Byron's Resort
20 Tasman Road, Otaki Beach 5512 New Zealand
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150m from the beach. Your complete holiday destination at Otaki Beach, on the beautiful Kapiti Coast
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20 Tasman Road, Otaki Beach 5512 New Zealand
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Wouldn't stay here again unfortunately. It didn't deliver on what we would expect. Not very clean, water pressure poor and no pool. The beach is beautiful and found a cute little cafe with lovely people down the road.
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Date of stay: December 2019Trip type: Travelled with family
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Damp room, dated decor. Couch and bedside tables need to be donated. No room to hang your clothes bc of shelving in closet. Woke up with sore throat from dust. Shower dribbles out. Toilet continuously but barely flushes. But most disappointing the pool is unavailable. Good proximity to beach but needs an overhaul of management to oversee changes that are necessary.
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Date of stay: November 2019Trip type: Travelled with family
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Response from bresort123, Owner at Byron's Resort
Responded 14 Nov 2019
Yet another lying, anonymous, cowardly piece of trip adviser. This is via the same women in the previous post. Our rooms are not damp, nor are they dusty, the couch is not brand new but certainly clean and in good condition. Our swimming pool was in the process of being re-fiber-glassed and painted, it is now fully operational. The shower is a header tank low pressure system that works very well. IMPORTANT POINT....This Women now being investigated by the NZ Police for Obtaining by Deception....Causing Loss by Deception for having extra people stay and not informing the managers or paying for them. She will also be investigated for Assault on the Managers wife at 1.00 am in the early morning. Her aggressive and appalling behavior but still coherent demeanor was something we have never faced before in the 10 years we have been in this business.
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We stayed in Room 3, close to “the pool” as advertised, however, there is no pool. The pool and spa are empty. The first thing that will hit you as you enter your room is the musty smelling room followed by a wet welcome mat and cob webs. The welcome mat was soaking wet, when lifted there was an old pool of offensive smelling water. The couches are filthy and carpets need cleaning. The toilet did not flush. The light in the kitchen did not work. The window sills needed wiping and curtain is broken and doesn’t open. The toilet door sticks and locks so the toilet was unavailable for use. For the amount you pay, these issues should have been noticed by the managers for maintenance to follow up on. The solution suggested by manager and his wife to access the toilet was to boot the door down or forget about brushing your teeth lol 😆. She stormed over bare feet in boxers and began booting the door lol 😂 The most unprofessional and rude managers ever encountered. Price should instead reflect the tired, unclean, shanty town it is. Bypass this place for an AirBnB…
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Date of stay: November 2019Trip type: Travelled as a couple
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Response from bresort123, Owner at Byron's Resort
Responded 11 Nov 2019
This person checked in and soon after told the manager among other weird personal things that she was a clean freak. Around 1.30 am the managers received three complaints of noise from other guests about people in motel unit 3 talking loud and laughing. When the manager asked them to be quiet he was met with very aggressive behavior and abuse from people that seemed more than just intoxicated from alcohol. These people only paid for two people to stay but used all the beds and towels in the unit which can cater for 5 people. The carpet had food and dirty shoe marks all over it and the table was filthy....some clean freak. Having extra guest's staying in your motel unit and not paying for them is theft. This matter in being investigated. Note, the pool is in the process of being repaired and freshly painted for the summer season.
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My girlfriend and I stayed at Byrons Resort over the long weekend, we were impressed by the friendly staff who had a few good Otaki tips and heads up where to get a great coffee close by. Byron’s is positioned close to the beach where we walked our dogs in the evening and enjoyed a magical sunset. Thanks for having us, we shall return!
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Date of stay: October 2019Trip type: Travelled as a couple
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Kia Ora, Another great getaway to Byrons. My partner and I enjoy our stay here everytime we visit sunny Otaki. This is because the staff here are welcoming, friendly and make checking in and out easy. As it should be. The premises were clean and our room was spacious, comfortable and well maintained. We have stayed here before and will continue to do so. Kia mihi
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Date of stay: October 2019Trip type: Travelled as a couple
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Everything about this caravan park is old. The toilets and showers need a good repaint, and the kitchen felt a bit dirty. Sorry, I would like to give this place a good review, but it really needs a lot of attention to give it even a semblance of mediocrity. How about a quick sand and lick of paint. Or perhaps the holes in the toilet doors being fixed...
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Date of stay: December 2018Trip type: Travelled with family
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StewandDes W wrote a review May 2018
Wellington, Wellington, New Zealand16 contributions13 helpful votes
Very average accommodation! Stayed here twice now, first time a few years ago in Room 2 as I turned the heater off before leaving a huge spark came from the wall!! The 2nd was a real disappointment as well! For the money spent I expects a toilet that flushed well a window that open properly above it (we could not get it to open) and the shower only trickled out! It is also a health and Safty issue as you can not get the temperature right! Either scorching hot or too cold! I could not get the shampoo out of my hair due to the tiny drizzle of water! Not what I was looking forward to for a relaxing night away! The inside of the walls in the bathroom need a good wipe down as marks all over it and even saw bodily hair in a cobweb behind the door! Exterior of weatherboards are extremely dirty and the lawns could do with a mow.When asked how our stay was we mentioned the shower to only be told by the lady ‘oh that’s the first we have heard of it?’ Very disappointing to then later read here a few comments about the showers so she obviously lies and does nothing about it! As everything we found inadequate has also been mentioned as far back as a few years ago! …
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Date of stay: May 2018Trip type: Travelled with friends
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Response from Byrons R, Manager at Byron's Resort
Responded 21 May 2018
Hi StewandDes, we are very sorry for the issues you had staying with us and that you did not enjoy your stay. Could you please let me know what date you stayed and under what name? We would like to extend an offer to you and your friend to compensate for these problems during your stay.
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Great location, near the beach. The staff were very friendly. The room was very spacious. The shower dribbled out like a tap and went from cold to very hot. I advised the staff and they were surprised to hear this. However I notice a similar comment was made in another review in 2017. The rooms were generally clean, but maintenance is required. No electric blankets on the beds.
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Date of stay: May 2018Trip type: Travelled with friends
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Response from Byrons R, Manager at Byron's Resort
Responded 21 May 2018
Hi Emma, we are very sorry for the issues you had staying with us and that you did not enjoy your stay. Could you please let me know what date you stayed and under what name? We would like to extend an offer to you and your friend to compensate for these problems during your stay.
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Spent 3 nights here while working in the area, had a great stay. Friendly, helpful staff, good facilities, and cleanliness made for good accommodation. The location is great, with the beach and town accessible.
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Date of stay: March 2018Trip type: Travelled on business
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We camped here on a powered site for one night. Reception was efficient and friendly, the site we were provided was spacious and well tended. This camp is made up of mainly permanently sired caravans, with a small number of camping sites for short term use. Kitchen is clean and tidy, toilets also clean - everything is from a certain era and is not modern but is clean and in working order - certainly more than adequate. A key is provided to access the facilities which required a $20 deposit to be paid which is refunded on departure. Cash is easiest for this. Location is good 5 minutes if that to the beach and waterfront and there is a small shop just across the road for essential items. This is an ok campsite which we would use again.
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Date of stay: December 2017Trip type: Travelled as a couple
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New ZealandNorth IslandGreater WellingtonOtaki Beach
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Frequently Asked Questions about Byron's Resort
Which popular attractions are close to Byron's Resort?
Nearby attractions include Otaki River Walks (2.3 km), Otaki Heritage Bank Museum (2.3 km), and Otaki Outlet Shopping (4.0 km).
What are some of the property amenities at Byron's Resort?
Some of the more popular amenities offered include a pool, an on-site restaurant, and free parking.
What food & drink options are available at Byron's Resort?
Guests can enjoy an on-site restaurant during their stay.
What are some restaurants close to Byron's Resort?
Conveniently located restaurants include RiverStone Cafe, Bus Stop, and River Cottage Cafe.
Are there opportunities to exercise at Byron's Resort?
Yes, guests have access to a pool during their stay.
Is Byron's Resort located near the city centre?
Yes, it is 0.4 km away from the centre of Otaki Beach.
Are there any historical sites close to Byron's Resort?
Many travellers enjoy visiting Rangiatea Church (2.1 km).
Is Byron's Resort accessible?
Yes, it offers wheelchair access. For specific enquiries, we recommend calling ahead to confirm.