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Reviews of Travellers Retreat B&B

42 Steadman Road, 8042 Christchurch, New Zealand

#8 of 40 B&Bs and inns in Christchurch

Guests' Choice

Review Score

Based on 318 B&B reviews

9.3

Score breakdown

  • Cleanliness

    9.6

  • Comfort

    9.5

  • Location

    9.2

  • Facilities

    9.4

  • Staff

    9.7

  • Value for money

    9.5

  • Free Wifi

    9.5

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  • Reviewed: May 18, 2024

    10
    Quick stay over
    • Leisure trip
    • Solo traveler
    • Twin Room
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    The host had my room warm and cozy for my 2.30am arrival. So comfortable . A lovely host Couple. Beautiful breakfast.

    Stayed in May 2024

  • Reviewed: May 17, 2024

    10
    Truly amazing well rested before our next destination of Westport
    • Leisure trip
    • Family with young children
    • Twin Room
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    There was nothing not to like

    The presentation inside and outside was fabulous. Our hosts, Fiona & Marcus where more than amicable and couldn't do enough for us. We would definitely recommend this property to our family and friends especially those living in New Zealand and freinds back in Ireland 10 out 10 5 stars ***** your faboulus people Fiona & Marcus thank you

    Stayed in May 2024

  • Reviewed: May 13, 2024

    9.0
    Wonderful
    • Leisure trip
    • Solo traveler
    • Twin Room
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    Lovely friendly couple.

    Stayed in May 2024

  • Reviewed: May 11, 2024

    10
    Utterly enjoyable suburban getaway.
    • With a pet
    • Business trip
    • Solo traveler
    • Twin Room
    • Stayed 4 nights

    I just love wooden houses. Especially when they come with a pool. And in a tranquil, peaceful, and picturesque part of town. The owners, Fiona and Marcus were always at my disposal but never imposing on me. I appreciated the tasty breakfast and I am much obliged for the car ride to the airport, free of charge. PS What really bought me was the statue of three adorable dogs at the entrance. I also travell with my dog, albeit a plush one. We have visited over 70 countries together. And counting...

    Stayed in February 2024

  • Reviewed: April 25, 2024

    10
    Great place for a short stay
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Double or Twin Room with Bathroom
    • Stayed 1 night

    Nothing. Access to public transport would be good.

    Fiona was most helpful as we did not have a car. Drove us to a great suggested restaurant and picked us up after our meal. Even drove us to our car rental next morning. The gesture most appreciated and rateful.

    Stayed in April 2024

  • Reviewed: April 21, 2024

    10
    Fantastic B/B. Great location. Wonderful host and setting. Highly recommend. Would love to stay,
    • Leisure trip
    • Solo traveler
    • Double or Twin Room with Bathroom
    • Stayed 4 nights
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    Nothing—everything was great.

    Wonderful host. Excellent breakfast. Really liked wood construction of house and “homey” feel.

    Stayed in April 2024

  • Reviewed: April 21, 2024

    10
    Exceptional
    • Leisure trip
    • Solo traveler
    • Twin Room
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    None! Everything is great!

    Fiona is such a lovely and helpful host! She contacted me earlier to confirm the check-in time and giving me all the necessary instructions/information regarding to the parking and check-in as I was expected to arrive late at night. The house is clean and tidy will all the necessities provided. Room and bed is very comfortable. Toilet and shower room are clean and functioning well. Fiona even confirm the breakfast time with me the day before to ensure the breakfast served on-time, heaps of fruits available. Location wise was not an issue for me as I wasn't looking to stay close to the city and I was driving, they just meeting all my needs! Love my stay!

    Stayed in April 2024

  • Reviewed: April 18, 2024

    10
    Awesome stay!
    • Leisure trip
    • Travelers with friends
    • Twin Room
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    So comfortable and clean!

    Stayed in April 2024

  • Reviewed: April 14, 2024

    8.0
    Thank you!
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Double or Twin Room with Bathroom
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    Not a long enough stay to enjoy it, and disappointed that the airport shuttle was not a reality, although I understand it for a 2am arrival! Please revise your wording in the ad

    Beautiful home, supa-comfy bed, all the facilities we needed (plus more), great breakfast, charming hospitality, proximity to airport...

    Stayed in April 2024

  • Reviewed: April 7, 2024

    8.0
    Very Good
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Double or Twin Room with Bathroom
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    No EFT or credit card payment facilities

    Convenient for airport

    Stayed in March 2024

  • Reviewed: April 7, 2024

    8.0
    Oh, bless them, they took me to the train station.
    • Leisure trip
    • Solo traveler
    • Twin Room
    • Stayed 1 night

    That area of Christchurch really assumes that everyone has a car, which I didn't.

    The hosts were very helpful, even to the point of taking me to the train station. The place is somewhat outside the central city, but I was able to get there by bus quite easily. There's an excellent pub about a kilometer away. The room was quiet, looked out on a garden and had everything I needed, done in the usual, immaculate New Zealand style.

    Stayed in March 2024

  • Reviewed: April 5, 2024

    10
    10/10
    • Leisure trip
    • Travelers with friends
    • Twin Room
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    Staying at Travellers Retreat B&B was an absolute delight! From the moment we arrived, we were greeted with warmth and hospitality. The room was impeccably clean, cozy, and beautifully decorated. The genuine care and personalized service provided by the hosts was heartwarming.

    Stayed in April 2024

  • Reviewed: April 3, 2024

    8.0
    Good
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Double or Twin Room with Bathroom
    • Stayed 1 night

    Location

    Drop off to the airport was very useful. Breakfast was just basic. Good for 1 day stay as there is no sightseeing places nearby.

    Stayed in March 2024

  • Reviewed: April 2, 2024

    8.0
    This B&B was above average, the hosts very obliging and helpful and the room and breakfast very good
    • Leisure trip
    • Solo traveler
    • Double or Twin Room with Bathroom
    • Stayed 2 nights

    Good hosts, good breakfast, good room.

    Stayed in March 2024

  • Reviewed: April 1, 2024

    10
    Foina and Marcus... Thank you for making us feel like family!!
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Twin Room
    • Stayed 1 night

    There was nothing to dislike!

    The most remarkable thing about our stay at Traveller's Retreat was the genuine, caring nature of Fiona and Marcus!! My wife and I had a particularly disturbing interaction with a local campervan provider that left us without a campervan for our two weeks in the South Island. With their help we were able to secure a campervan from another company and avoided a situation that would have spoiled a good deal of our holiday plans. We really don't know what we would have done without their generous and thoughtful support!! The rooms were very clean and comfortable! The common area was spacious and inviting with a large, beautiful aquarium as a peaceful focal point. The breakfast had everything we wanted; fruit: cantaloupe (rockmelon), fresh apricots, oranges, and bananas. Fiona also provided 3 kinds of cereal and some delicious whole-grain toast with honey and mixed-berry preserves. Fresh coffee and tea were also served.

    Stayed in March 2024

  • Reviewed: April 1, 2024

    10
    Exceptional
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Double or Twin Room with Bathroom
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    Great b&b close to the airport. Complementary airport pick up and drop off and breakfast is very convenient

    Stayed in March 2024

  • Reviewed: March 28, 2024

    9.0
    Practical, value for money.
    • Leisure trip
    • Solo traveler
    • Double or Twin Room with Bathroom
    • Stayed 1 night

    None.

    Basic but adequate for me

    Stayed in March 2024

  • Reviewed: March 24, 2024

    10
    Lovely homely place
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Double or Twin Room with Bathroom
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    Fiona was so helpful providing lifts to and from the car rental places. She was interested and helpful with any questions.

    Stayed in March 2024

  • Reviewed: March 22, 2024

    10
    welcoming, and nothing was too much trouble.
    • Leisure trip
    • Group
    • Double or Twin Room with Bathroom
    • Stayed 3 nights

    Not a thing!

    Breakfast was good, with plenty of choice, despite the early starts we had.FIona was most helpful with collecting and returning us to the airport. Not a

    Stayed in March 2024

  • Reviewed: March 19, 2024

    8.0
    Wooden house in a quiet location, helpful staff
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Double or Twin Room with Bathroom
    • Stayed 3 nights
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    Breakfast was basic

    Wonderful timber construction house, Appreciated provided with the better room

    Stayed in March 2024

  • Reviewed: March 18, 2024

    8.0
    Very Good
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Twin Room
    • Stayed 1 night

    Bathroom was a bit worn and very tiny. There was no space to put your stuff. The object is quite far from the city centre. Cash only payment.

    The room was quite comfortable and clean. It had all neccessary things. It wasn't too big but enough for a couple and for short stay when you don't need to spend much time inside. In general it was good.

    Stayed in March 2024

  • Reviewed: March 15, 2024

    10
    Exceptional
    • Couple
    • Twin Room
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    Great pick up and drop off service. Lovely and clean and a great breakfast. Nga mihi nui

    Stayed in March 2024

  • Reviewed: March 5, 2024

    10
    Exceptional
    • Leisure trip
    • Solo traveler
    • Double or Twin Room with Bathroom
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    It was a beautiful oasis just outside the airport.

    Stayed in March 2024

  • Reviewed: March 4, 2024

    10
    Perfect
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Twin Room
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    The hospitality

    Lovely hosts. Exceptional service.

    Stayed in March 2024

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