Every bite, every plunge, every yoga pose, or considered accessory or kind guidance and wonderful conversation- every moment of our stay at Te Arai was pitch perfect. With such consummate hospitality, and beautiful encouragement and design to make you feel you are a part of the family, the experience is both luxury AND comfortable. And yet, it’s much more luxurious than my own home! No shortcuts have been taken on creating an atmosphere of sumptuousness. The pillow menu, the lush linen robes, the nightly specialised chocolate from local artisans… little details to build a divine holiday. Will we back? Definitely, even if it’s just to grab a slice of Rebecca’s olive oil, lemon and rosemary cake.