McHardy Lodge
11 Bracken Street Hospital Hill, Napier 4110 New Zealand
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5* McHardy Lodge is a beautifully restored 1896 residence situated in a quiet cul de sac on exclusive Napier Hill, close to all the attractions of Art Deco Napier and the wineries, golf and gannet colony of Cape Kidnappers and the award winning dining experiences of Hawkes Bay. The Lodge has a wealth of rich native Kauri timber and antique furnishings. The suites are dressed with fine furnishings and linens, with luxurious beds to sink into and relax. Spacious bathrooms feature claw foot or deep tub baths and large showers, making them the ideal place to relax and unwind. Relaxation is not confined to your suite. After a gourmet breakfast overlooking the Ocean you can lounge around the pool or on one of the extensive verandahs - the views of the blue Pacific Ocean and mountain ranges in the distance will beguile you. Enjoy a game on our full size billiards table in the billiard room, or snuggle up in the library in front of the fire. Whether it is merely a break from life’s pressures, a special holiday, a celebration you want to make so much more special, or you are planning the ideal start to married life together – we will ensure you have an experience you will treasure.
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Free parking
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Free breakfast
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Non-smoking hotel
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59Somewhat walkable
Grade: 59 out of 100
49Restaurantswithin 1 km
10Attractionswithin 1 km
11 Bracken Street Hospital Hill, Napier 4110 New Zealand
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We stayed in this hotel during two nights when travelling through New Zealand. The hotel is looking over Napier, beautiful view during breakfast. Walking down in itself is an experience, walking up even more (if you have the courage). Every corner of this large lodge breaths history and is unique, I believe not one piece of furniture is the same. Rooms and lodge very tidy, very spacious and well kept. Many common areas like the porch(es) garden, large library, kitchen…. Breakfast is made to order and of good homemade quality and good portions. Welcome with pot of coffee or tea and home made cookies, much appreciated. The host is very charming and knowledgeable about the history of the house, New-Zealand, the world and also the weather forecast :-) we liked the conversations we had with her. Only one “remark”: the wild birds can be noisy in the morning ;-) one specific one sang it’s song every morning around 6 LOL I can definitely recommend this lodge when in Napier and want to enjoy a more quiet location rather than the city center.…
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Date of stay: November 2022Trip type: Travelled as a couple
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Response from Yvonne Johnstone, General Manager at McHardy Lodge
Responded 25 Nov 2022
Thank you for taking the time to write such a lovely review. It was a pleasure having you both to stay and I too enjoyed our conversations after breakfast. I trust that the beautiful bellbird which loves to sing in the mornings didn't disturb you too much - you can have too much of a good thing!
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Absolutely stunning building, glorious room and fantastic hospitality. Yvonne is a gracious host and fantastic cook. Loved our breakfasts and her charming conversations. She also gave us great advice on what to do. Public rooms are beautiful and comfortable. Building has an interesting history. You won’t be disappointed.
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Date of stay: July 2020Trip type: Travelled as a couple
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This is a beautiful building, formally a maternity home amongst other things. Perched right above Napier with stunning views of the town. Our room was very spacious and beautifully furnished - lovely large comfortable bed. A nice sized bathroom with bath and shower. The shower was somewhat coffin like but effective if not large! Breakfasts were really spartan with very little choice of fresh fruit etc; I also didn't like the fact that we had to choose the night before what we wanted to eat for breakfast the following morning - very odd! coupled with this we were asked to refrain from using mobile phones at the breakfast table!!!! Coming from the other side of the world breakfast time is the optimal time to catch up on emails etc; However Yvonne, the owner, was more than happy to recommend restaurants and book cabs for her guests.…
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Date of stay: January 2020
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Response from McHardyL, Owner at McHardy Lodge
Responded 9 Mar 2020
Thank you for you review. I am very puzzled by your comment on our 'spartan breakfast' as we have a choice of cereals, yoghurts, juices, a personal fruit platter of four seasonal fruits plus a choice of six cooked breakfasts from our a la carte breakfast menu including eggs benedict, full english breakfast, omelettes, hotcakes with fruit coulis, etc etc .Other guests have indeed commented on the variety offered and the high quality. We ask for breakfasts times and choices the night before to assist those who have early golf times and tours, flights to catch or who simply want to get on their travels early. We ask guests not to use mobile phones at the breakfast table but instead to use their room, our library or lounge room to make calls. This is in response to guests' comments that skype calls and telephone conversations at the breakfast table can be very disconcerting and embarassing for other guests trying to hold a conversation. I am pleased that we could help you get the most out of your stay in Napier with restaurant bookings and other bookings.
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It’s a case of The Good, the Bad, and the Ugly. The facility is magnificent. It is hard to imagine a more beautiful B and B anywhere. “B and “ does not do it justice. We were surprised there are no bathrobes in an other wise 5 star facility. It is difficult to find initially. From the north, Google maps tries to send you up a one way street the wrong way. Just put Chaucer St in your maps and head up from there. Once you get to the top it is a confusing rabbit Warren of streets. The coffee served is very weak. The owner is in the wrong business she is arrogant and endlessly condescending.
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Date of stay: March 2020Trip type: Travelled as a couple
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Response from McHardyL, Owner at McHardy Lodge
Responded 9 Mar 2020
Thank you for taking the time to review our beautiful property and I am sorry you didnt find the bathrobes which were in the wardrobe . We are located on Napier Hill in a quiet residential area and when you arrived we provided a detailed map showing you the best way to get to all the attractions of Napier. I am sorry your coffee was weak - had you asked we would happily have made you a stronger brew. As to your view of me personally ,this is very hurtful, and I am sorry if you misunderstood my attempts to assist you as being arrogant and condescending. Thankfully most of my guests do not interpret my offers of help in this way.
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Beautiful Art Deco building set atop a hill with great views and lots of history which our host, Yvonne was happy to share. Her place is exceptionally clean, cosy and inviting despite the 30s high ceilings. Breakfast was delicious and the large kitchen table looks down onto the bay below. Would highly recommend a stay here if you’re visiting Napier. Lots to see and do. Wineries abound. Golf courses nearby. Walking trails aplenty and so much Art Deco architecture to see.
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Date of stay: March 2020Trip type: Travelled as a couple
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Response from McHardyL, Owner at McHardy Lodge
Responded 9 Mar 2020
Thank you for taking the time to review our property. It was a pleasure having you to stay and it was also a pleasure having a couple who so clearly appreciated our unique property with its historical connections. Great to hear you enjoyed our delicious breakfasts. It would be lovely to have you stay at McHardy Lodge the next time you visit Napier.
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We loved our two night stay here. Positioned high on the Napier cliffs with glorious water views, this was a luxury stay with wonderful home cooked breakfasts. But it was also much more - Yvonne was a superb hostess. We enjoyed her fascinating explanation of the history of the lodge, of Napier and its Art Deco origins. Our chats over a glass of wine each evening and eagerly took up her excellent dinning suggestions. This is the “must stay at” accommodation in Napier. Really enjoyable and highly recommended. Andrea and Peter.
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Date of stay: August 2019
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Response from McHardyL, Owner at McHardy Lodge
Responded 13 Sept 2019
Thank you so much for such a lovely review. It was a pleasure having you to stay at the Lodge and I always try to help guests get the best out of their stay in Napier. There is so much to see and experience here in the Bay and it is a pleasure to share it all with my guests, particularly over a glass of our wonderful Hawkes Bay wine!. I hope to welcome you again some time in the future.
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McHardy Lodge is a wonderful building – picture postcard Victorian colonial bungalow on the outside with country house grandeur on the inside. We had three nights in the Venice Super King Suite and loved the room (it is as grand as the photos on the website suggest). Breakfast, too, was very well cooked and the views from the breakfast table were wonderful. So, the decision is whether to give McHardy Lodge a rating of five or a four… and it’s a four – for reasons that didn’t detract from our stay, but makes the venue fall just short of top marks. We felt the Lodge was a little lacking in personality – it is efficient rather than genial. Also, McHardy Lodge is in a quiet residential cul-de-sac atop Hospital Hill (hence the views and tranquillity) but it does mean that if (like us) you like to walk in to Town to enjoy a bottle of wine with your meal without getting behind the wheel, there is a calf challenging decent followed by an inevitable lung busting ascent on the way back: Napier is a 15 minute walk (initially through the Botanical Gardens) while the walk to the restaurants and bars at West Quay is down a vertiginous road and then through a soulless industrial area. Of course – we could have taken a taxi!…
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Date of stay: February 2019Trip type: Travelled as a couple
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Response from McHardyL, Owner at McHardy Lodge
Responded 13 Sept 2019
Thank you for taking the time to write your review and we are pleased that the Lodge and your suite met with your expectations - we are just so sorry that you missed the details of our location on our website. We always ask if we can arrange a taxi if guests do not wish to walk. We try to match the assistance we offer with what guests appear to want - we always do our best to help with activity and restaurant bookings and we offer a complimentary glass of wine to guests in the evening. This is often the time when we can be at our most hospitable, but if guests choose not to join us , we respect that. Once again, we regret that we did not meet your expectations in this regard.
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Our 3-day stay in this beautifully restored, historic home was a delight. We loved the rooms—impeccably decorated and very comfortable—and we really appreciated Yvonne’s warm and gracious hospitality. The delicious breakfasts included fruit grown on and near the property. We felt as though we’d been invited to share someone’s home! We hope to visit Napier again, and when that happy time comes we’ll definitely return to McHardy Lodge.
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Date of stay: April 2019Trip type: Travelled as a couple
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Response from McHardyL, Owner at McHardy Lodge
Responded 13 Sept 2019
Thanks so much for such a nice review - it was a pleasure to have such a lovely couple to stay and it will be a delight to welcome you back some time in the future.
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Stayed one night in this nicely restored property in quiet neighbourhood. Pleasant enough room but not private as right next to verandah. We had to draw curtains even though daylight. Given 4 stars, as an average would have been too harsh.
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Date of stay: February 2019Trip type: Travelled as a couple
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We stayed here for 2 nights and it has been wonderful! Yvonne is a great host - there when you need her with plenty of hints and tips and not at all obtrusive. We stayed in the lovely Chianti room which was very comfortable and we slept really well. Breakfast was excellent. If we are lucky enough to return to Napier we will definitely stay here again.
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Date of stay: March 2019Trip type: Travelled as a couple
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Response from McHardyL, Owner at McHardy Lodge
Responded 4 Mar 2019
Thank you for such a positive review - if you do get to Napier again you would be more than welcome. It was a pleasure to host you at the Lodge and to help you get the most out of your stay. I hope the rest of your stay in New Zealand is equally enjoyable.
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$649 - $680 (Based on Average Rates for a Standard Room)
LOCATION
New ZealandNorth IslandHawke's Bay RegionNapier
NUMBER OF ROOMS
5
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Frequently Asked Questions about McHardy Lodge
Which popular attractions are close to McHardy Lodge?
Nearby attractions include Faraday Museum of Technology (0.9 km), Botanical Gardens (0.5 km), and Clive Square (1.1 km).
What are some of the property amenities at McHardy Lodge?
Some of the more popular amenities offered include free wifi, free breakfast, and a pool.
What food & drink options are available at McHardy Lodge?
Guests can enjoy free breakfast during their stay.
What are some restaurants close to McHardy Lodge?
Conveniently located restaurants include Bollywood Stars Indian Tandoori Restaurant, The Thirsty Whale Bar & Restaurant, and Three Doors Up and 4th Door Lounge Bar.
Are there opportunities to exercise at McHardy Lodge?
Yes, guests have access to a pool during their stay.
Are there any historical sites close to McHardy Lodge?
Many travellers enjoy visiting Napier Cemetery (0.4 km).