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Michael C
Melbourne, Australia

Our stay at Montana Lodge Motel, Blenheim, New Zealand

5.0 of 5 bubblesReviewed 16 Jan 2016
My wife and I stayed at the Montana Lodge Motel in Blenheim for a couple of days. The town is situated in New Zealand's wine country region - yet another superb area of a country the beauty of which defies description. The motel's rooms, each with a fairly large and easily accessible kitchenette, are exceptionally spacious, immaculately maintained and ideally suited for tourists who wish to explore Marlborough, New Zealand's premier wine region. Both Peter and Margaret (Pete and Mag) who manage the motel, proved to be inordinately warm and helpful. Pete is a specialist when it comes to the wine country - a veritable fount of knowledge which he is happy to share. The motel is located across the road from a delightful, almost-old world pub, which we visited on New Year's eve, and is a three or four minutes' drive to the town's centre. We recommend the Montana Lodge unreservedly to would-be visitors to the Blenheim/Marlborough region....Michael
Date of stay: December 2015
Trip type: Travelled as a couple
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Marg W, Manager at Montana Lodge Motel, responded to this review
Responded 17 Jan 2016
What can we say? It is easy to host guests when you live in one of the best regions in NZ.
Michael and his wife asked questions and we were pleased and able to answer them. Interested and actively engaged guests are wonderful people to host, and if our knowledge and facilities enhance their stay, then everyone wins.
Travel safe and thank you for your kind comments
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Reviewed 13 January 2016

Stayed at their studio plus with my husband and my daughter before NYE on the way back to Wellington from Christchurch. Even though it was very busy, the owner Pete was friendly welcoming.
The room was perfect size for us and super clean with neutral decoration. Especially the kitchen unit was brand-new (I think we were the first guest after the renovation?). Was so glad they have a hair drier as I needed to dry my daughter's thick long hair after shower.
Their body soap dispenser was a bit hard to push the gel out. As the light was fluorescent, it was bright to spend night time.
My daughter's most fun place in Blenheim was their trampoline! Thanks for relaxing and enjoying time for all of us.

Date of stay: December 2015
  • Trip type: Travelled with family
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Marg W, Manager at Montana Lodge Motel, responded to this reviewResponded 15 January 2016

The Kitchen / Bathroom renovations are approximately 1 year old, nice to read that they are perceived in new condition, as that is testament to the cleanliness standards of our staff.

Your comments regarding the lighting are taken on board, and we will review that at our next electrical energy efficiency meeting. We are currently running energy efficient lighting, but technology is always moving the "bar" on this.

Delighted with the positive comments on our establishment, thank you.

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Reviewed 9 January 2016 via mobile

We liked this motel better than newer ones down the road. The owner met us and introduced himself and shook hands on arrival. The units are well set out and have been tastefully decorated in neutral tones. There's a separate bin for recyclables - the first time I've seen that in a motel - and flowing soap/shampoo canisters instead of those horrible little packets of stuff. Lovely outdoor area - don't have to sit in the carpark - with lemon tree and herbs you can help yourself to, and a pool and play area. Big thumbs up!

Date of stay: January 2016
Trip type: Travelled with family
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Marg W, Manager at Montana Lodge Motel, responded to this reviewResponded 11 January 2016

Thank you for the great comments about our motel. It is pleasing to receive feedback about the renovations we have just completed to our kitchens and bathroom.
The comments concerning the garden, pool and play area, are indicative of the spaciousness, of our complex, which is a big plus for families.
It is great to host appreciative guests.

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Reviewed 8 January 2016

We stayed here on the way back to Christchurch from Golden Bay on New Years Day. Peter was so welcoming and friendly to us both and made everything super easy. We had a unit for just the one night, but it was very clean and not far from restaurants etc. which Peter kindly recommended to us as well.

Date of stay: January 2016
  • Trip type: Travelled as a couple
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Marg W, Manager at Montana Lodge Motel, responded to this reviewResponded 10 January 2016

Thank you for your kind comments. It is what we call "the fun part of the job", engaging with guests to find out how best we can accommodate them. It's great when you have one of the best restaurant sin Blenheim, within 100m of your complex.

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Reviewed 8 January 2016

A very friendly couple run this motel. It is obviously very well organised and the owners are very professional. Our room was immaculate and facilities excellent. Everything was explained and there was a very comprehensive information booklet....which was particularly well worded. An excellent spot for travellers passing through Blenheim. Free wifi and a pool too. We definitely would recommend this motel to anyone looking for clean, comfortable accomodation.

Date of stay: January 2016
  • Trip type: Travelled as a couple
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Marg W, Manager at Montana Lodge Motel, responded to this reviewResponded 10 January 2016

Thank you for your kind comments. It is particularly heartening to read the positive comments concerning the guest compendium, which we have tried to make as easy to read as possible.
Accommodating guests are enjoyable and easy to accommodate. Your recommendations are appreciated.

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Reviewed 4 January 2016 via mobile

After travelling From Taupo the centre of the North Island, and then a boat ride across the ocean to find a motel a few minutes down the road from Picton, One was so happy to come across an excellent motel, spotless, fresh, comfortable just what everyone needs after 5-6 hours of driving them a 4-5 hour boat ride, so pleasing and grateful, thank you soooo much, would definitely stay there again, Awesome, Thank you.

Date of stay: January 2016
Trip type: Travelled with family
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Marg W, Manager at Montana Lodge Motel, responded to this reviewResponded 6 January 2016

We never get tired of hearing the good reviews about the cleanliness of our accommodation, thank you very much.
It is always easy to host guests who know what they want. It makes it much simpler to cater to their needs. And its always nice to host kiwis coming back from Australia.

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