I just spent two nights at Sails. I’ve decided to write this review because I was very disappointed and booked this hotel based on the rave reviews on TA. I want other TA members to see another point of view.

First the good: Neat and clean, nicely stocked kitchenette (although I doubt most people will be cooking), close to a walking trail and not far from the city center.

Now the bad and these were deal killers for me: Lots of road noise. It is located on a very busy road. I didn’t sleep at all the first night as traffic was non-stop. The room is very small and dimly lit so it felt claustrophobic to me, and I was by myself. The windows couldn’t be left open because then the road noise was even worse. To get any light in the bathroom, the fan had to run which was annoying and it still wasn’t bright in there.

This facility doesn’t have much to offer except clean rooms IMO. I hesitate to write a review like this, but I read these reviews and always appreciate an honest opinion on the accommodation.

My wife and I stayed at Sails for two nights in February 2023. We had a very enjoyable stay. Our unit was quite large, clean and very comfortable. The motel is conveniently located to the cbd, only a 10 min walk. There is a restaurant and bar on the way. We thoroughly enjoyed our stay. Our hosts were lovely and full of information about things to do and see. It is across the road from a large stadium where sport and entertainment occur. Might pay to check if any noisy concerts etc are on when booking.

I read them but rarely review anything. , however these rooms were so spacious, modern, nicely appointed & beautiful that I feel its wrong to stay silent.

The overall experience was extraordinary with all the extra help, advice & care from the couple who own/manage it. Their suggestions led to great outings through Gentile Cycle & Kiwi Adventures & SeaShuttle’s coordinated bus pickup to boat to Abel Tasman National Park made for seamless transfers. I was traveling solo so didn’t rent a car to drive & park at Kaiteriteri or Motueka or Collingwood where the boats operators for drops in Able Tasman leave from.

The sheet linens & bedding were extra fine. Everything you could want to cook with was in the nice, new, modern kitchen sideboard area. There was Nespresso machine & pods as well as coffee & a press coffee pot. A/c, windows that open & beautiful shutters on windows as well as blackout curtain in the large living room area. Huge screen TV in both rooms (I didnt watch anything). A really nice big bathroom with a beautiful tiled shower & quality fixtures.
Lots of closets, cabinet space & bench for luggage & floor space for yoga.

Bravo to the property!

My 4 night stay was great.