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Hokonui Bed and Breakfast
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#1 of 2 B&Bs in Gore
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Welcome to Hokonui Bed and Breakfast, your Gore “home away from home.” Hokonui Bed and Breakfast aims to make your visit as relaxing and enjoyable as possible, which is why so many guests continue to come back year after year.
The bed and breakfast offers outdoor furniture and a sun terrace, to make your visit even more pleasant. The property also features free breakfast. Guests arriving by vehicle have access to free parking.
Gore has plenty of cafes. So when you’re here, be sure to check out popular spots like Rustic Cafe and Restaurant, The Green Room Cafe, and The Stable Kitchen, which are serving up some great dishes.
Best of all, Hokonui Bed and Breakfast makes it easy to experience some great Gore attractions like Eastern Southland Gallery, which is a popular art museum.
Hokonui Bed and Breakfast puts the best of Gore at your fingertips, making your stay both relaxing and enjoyable.
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Property amenities
Free parking
Free High Speed Internet (WiFi)
Free breakfast
Game room
Hiking
Books, DVDs, music for children
Children's television networks
Non-smoking hotel
Wifi
Billiards
Darts
Fishing
Indoor play area for children
Outdoor furniture
Shared lounge / TV area
Sun terrace
Private check-in / check-out
Room types
Non-smoking rooms
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HOTEL STYLE
Family
Mid-range
Location
258 Reaby Road Rd 4, Gore 9774 New Zealand
Getting there
Invercargill Airport
58.1 km•
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25 Restaurants
within 10 kilometers
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The location is just outside Gore. The property „comes“ with 2 very friendly hosts which are creating nice atmosphere and making you feeling welcome.
Great breakfast is been served and we enjoyed exchanging experience with the other guests at the table
Great breakfast is been served and we enjoyed exchanging experience with the other guests at the table
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Date of stay: February 2023
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Response from Shona McLennan, Owner at Hokonui Bed and Breakfast
Responded 23 Feb 2023
Thanks so much Bye Shona
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OUr family stayed here for a night on the way down South. Shona and Brian are so kind and generous and really accomodating. Going out of their way to make sure you are comfortable and well fed. Thank you so much!
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Date of stay: April 2022
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Response from Shona McLennan, Owner at Hokonui Bed and Breakfast
Responded 5 May 2022
Wow thanks so much blubeezenvironmental for posting a review its much appreciated Regards Shona
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We only stayed for one night as we were attending a wedding in the region, but the room was nice and comfortable, we would have been happy to stay longer!
Our hosts were very friendly and even drove us back into Gore to pick our car up the next day. Would highly recommend this B&B. Stunning views, lovely accommodating hosts, and a clean, luxurious room.
Our hosts were very friendly and even drove us back into Gore to pick our car up the next day. Would highly recommend this B&B. Stunning views, lovely accommodating hosts, and a clean, luxurious room.
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Date of stay: January 2021
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Response from Shona McLennan, Owner at Hokonui Bed and Breakfast
Responded 1 Mar 2021
Thanks so much Justine for posting your review and to read all your great comments - its so rewarding to hear that you enjoyed your stay with us at Hokonui B&B Regards Shona
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I randomly came across this wonderful place when googling for accommodation near Gore. Shona and Brian are fabulous hosts, and have a simply amazing b&b hidden away in the peace and quiet with a fantastic view. We highly recommend staying here, the accommodation and breakfast are both top notch, couldn't fault it in any way. Thank you for your fantastic hospitality and we will be back again when down your way!
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Date of stay: April 2022Trip type: Travelled with family
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Response from Shona McLennan, Owner at Hokonui Bed and Breakfast
Responded 26 Apr 2022
Thanks so much Gemini225 for taking the time to post a review its greatly appreciated
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Thankyou so much for the best sleep! Very comfortable stay and lovely hosts. I stayed while on the road for work and it was so much more comfortable and warm than a motel, room was warm and bed super comfy. Wifi excellent. I will be back 😊
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Date of stay: September 2020Trip type: Travelled on business
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Response from Shona McLennan, Owner at Hokonui Bed and Breakfast
Responded 2 Sept 2020
Thanks so much nzisparadise - its so rewarding to hear you enjoyed your stay with us in Gore Regards Shona
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Thank you for making us so welcome!
Lovely view, in fact stunning!!!
Room and views are amazing and your hospitality was very kind
Great breakfast as well!!!
Great to have good recommendations of things to do
Other half really enjoyed the golf club!!
Look forward to coming back!!!
Thank you
Lovely view, in fact stunning!!!
Room and views are amazing and your hospitality was very kind
Great breakfast as well!!!
Great to have good recommendations of things to do
Other half really enjoyed the golf club!!
Look forward to coming back!!!
Thank you
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Date of stay: February 2024Trip type: Travelled as a couple
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Brian and Shona are retired farmers, long-time residents of the area, and have built a beautiful place overlooking the countryside just outside of Gore. The view from the B&B is absolutely spectacular and the setting serene. Their house is modern, stylish and beautifully equipped. Breakfasts were hearty and delicious. I traveled to Gore to flyfish with a friend who recommended Hokonui and was also staying there. I would also recommend Hokonui to anyone who needs accommodation in the area. Brian and Shona are delightful and most gracious hosts who truly enjoy what they are doing. They go far out of their way to make sure their guests are well-cared for and informed about the area.
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Date of stay: March 2014Trip type: Travelled solo
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Response from ShonaGore, Owner at Hokonui Bed and Breakfast
Responded 29 Mar 2014
Thanks John so much for all your kind words. We are so pleased that you enjoyed staying with us on your fishing trip to Gore - we loved meeting you and hearing about your days fishing. We look forward to meeting again sometime soon. Regards Shona
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We were looking for overnight accommodation for our Wedding night and as we were getting married in Gore we decided we did not want to venture far.
Following LOTS of research I found this wee gem! Hidden in BEAUTIFUL landscape with the Hokonui Hills to the left and overlooking the Croydon Valley, this B&B was absolutely stunning!
I went to inspect the rooms and found a lovely, tidy, intimate room upstairs with ensuite which was perfect for our first night as husband and wife. I commented on the amazingly landscaped grounds and how they would be perfect for Wedding photo's and our hosts -Shona and Brian were most happy to accommodate us should we wish use their grounds, so we did!
Shona and Brian were very friendly and most welcoming. The next morning we came down for breakfast and were treated to a vast array of continental and cooked options!! It was absolutely lovely to be in a picturesque setting that is close to Gore but far enough away for that quiet, intimate, country feel. For amazing views, hospitality and value for money I HIGHLY recommend you stay here!!!
Following LOTS of research I found this wee gem! Hidden in BEAUTIFUL landscape with the Hokonui Hills to the left and overlooking the Croydon Valley, this B&B was absolutely stunning!
I went to inspect the rooms and found a lovely, tidy, intimate room upstairs with ensuite which was perfect for our first night as husband and wife. I commented on the amazingly landscaped grounds and how they would be perfect for Wedding photo's and our hosts -Shona and Brian were most happy to accommodate us should we wish use their grounds, so we did!
Shona and Brian were very friendly and most welcoming. The next morning we came down for breakfast and were treated to a vast array of continental and cooked options!! It was absolutely lovely to be in a picturesque setting that is close to Gore but far enough away for that quiet, intimate, country feel. For amazing views, hospitality and value for money I HIGHLY recommend you stay here!!!
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Date of stay: September 2012Trip type: Travelled as a couple
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Response from ShonaGore, Owner at Hokonui Bed and Breakfast
Responded 23 Jul 2013
Thanks so much Karen for your wonderful review. We thoroughly enjoyed having you stay with us and choosing to get your photos taken in our garden. We are so happy that we helped to make your wedding day so special.
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We've been lucky enough to stay in some great places, but none has ever prompted me to write an accommodation review before now.
We stumbled across Hokonui through the power of the internet on our way down from Queenstown at the end of March, booking a 2-night stay to rest up and re-pack on our travels. My husband, myself and our son had the wonderful room upstairs and, like many other reviewers, felt really adopted by Brian and Shona. We played snooker with the neighbours, admired the wine collection and wondered how we were going to try and get the bed back to the UK after very possibly the best sleep we'd had - EVER!
The hospitality, welcome and wealth of local knowledge made the stay all too short and we would recommended it to anyone. Hokonui means high point and it really was the high point in B&Bs. I don't know when we'll be back in New Zealand, but if we are; we'll be heading to Brian and Shona's.
We stumbled across Hokonui through the power of the internet on our way down from Queenstown at the end of March, booking a 2-night stay to rest up and re-pack on our travels. My husband, myself and our son had the wonderful room upstairs and, like many other reviewers, felt really adopted by Brian and Shona. We played snooker with the neighbours, admired the wine collection and wondered how we were going to try and get the bed back to the UK after very possibly the best sleep we'd had - EVER!
The hospitality, welcome and wealth of local knowledge made the stay all too short and we would recommended it to anyone. Hokonui means high point and it really was the high point in B&Bs. I don't know when we'll be back in New Zealand, but if we are; we'll be heading to Brian and Shona's.
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Date of stay: March 2012Trip type: Travelled with family
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Only a few kilometres from centre of town but a wonderful delight and very clean. Plenty of room and very reasonably priced. Shona and Brian very pleasant and obliging people and will even eat breakfast with you or share a Drink. There is an Aquatic Centre down the road with a hydrotherapy pool for those aching bones after driving. Very relaxing experience.
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Date of stay: September 2018Trip type: Travelled with friends
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Response from ShonaGore, Owner at Hokonui Bed and Breakfast
Responded 21 Sept 2018
Thanks for posting your review Narelle we really enjoyed meeting you both and hope the rest of your holiday went well Regards Shona
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Hi Sonja
Price for 2 bedrooms depending on the choice of rooms would be $260-$280 Yes all our rooms have own bathrooms Bye Shona
"This is very quiet place to stay. We stayed in the 2 Singles room with the Bathroom & toilet across the hall. Very Comfortable."Read full review
"Don't choose twin room if you are a couple, because your private bathroom is across the hall..."Read full review
LOCATION
New ZealandSouth IslandSouthland RegionGore
NUMBER OF ROOMS
3
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Frequently Asked Questions about Hokonui Bed and Breakfast
Which popular attractions are close to Hokonui Bed and Breakfast?
Nearby attractions include Eastern Southland Gallery (3.7 km), Dolamore Park (6.3 km), and Gore Public Gardens (3.4 km).
What are some of the property amenities at Hokonui Bed and Breakfast?
Some of the more popular amenities offered include free wifi, free breakfast, and free parking.
What food & drink options are available at Hokonui Bed and Breakfast?
Guests can enjoy free breakfast during their stay.
Is parking available at Hokonui Bed and Breakfast?
Yes, free parking is available to guests.
What are some restaurants close to Hokonui Bed and Breakfast?
Conveniently located restaurants include Cafe Ambience, The Thomas Green, and Howl At The Moon.
Is Hokonui Bed and Breakfast accessible?
Yes, it offers wheelchair access. For specific enquiries, we recommend calling ahead to confirm.