Omau Settlers Lodge was built by a talented couple: he's a builder in Westport and she has terrific taste-- together they built a very stylish compound of bright, breezy units with small porches on two sides (we kept the doors open at night), nice furnishings and small, but very nice bathrooms. We were pleasantly surprised by it all and really... More

I found this place in the New Zealand AA accomodation guide. It's about 12 km out of Westport at a place called Cape Foulwind...don't let that name fool you the place is just lovely. The units are little cabins with a queen size bed, a very modern bathroom and a verandah to sit out on to enjoy a glass of... More

We only stayed for one night, but wish it could have been longer. It was a fantastic experience from start to finish. The breakfast provided for guests in the lodge dining room was a yummy selection of cereal fruit and paul and grace's freshly baked homemade bread, thanks paul and grace

An excellent use of space for a smallish room. Well appointed with quality fittings and a magical site near Gibson's Beach. We only stayed one night but found everything to be just right. It is only a short walk to the Lighthouse or Beach, and a short drive to the Seal Colony. Breakfast was a simple but tasty buffet -... More

Stayed for one night during 4 week holiday. Upon arrival found keys had been left out for us as the owner had gone to hospital after having an accident. When we went to our room found it was a double & not the twin we had booked. After rectifying this problem we enjoyed a pleasant stay & an enjoyable breakfast... More

We stayed at Omau a fortnight ago and have nothing but praise for it. The units were well-designed and finished and almost new. After a succession of past-their-best motels and a weird B&B this place was a refreshing surprise. The little cove a short walk away was magical at sunset and we were shown the way by a friendly border... More

Thank you to Grace for such a kind welcome, great room, comfortable bed and really powerful shower. I wish I could have stayed longer. I'd really recommend the Bay House Cafe for dinner too - delicious and a great wine selection.

My Husband son and myself come every year and find it just spectacular every year. It is such an amazing place with the local pub and beautiful beach. It was a shame to see the Bay house had changed hands and was closed but are very excited to see a new and improved one opening in a few weeks, we... More

Cape Foulwind is an absolutely beautiful spot to visit, and the motel is situated close by. We had a comfortable stay. The room was a bit small for us, but we had an extra bed for our daughter, which took up the extra space. A few bugs in the room, bug spray would have been nice. We only had a... More