Kawaihau Holidays from AU$3,479

We booked this trip last minute without my normal research and just booked it on a whim since the pool looked great in the photos and we were traveling with kids. I was blown away! Such a wonderful resort, Dukes was delicious and had a great vibe for dinner, the property was clean and everyone was friendly. It's one of those places that the lobby smells "rich" and fancy. Loved the open air walkways and wish I liked sushi because that set up was beautiful. If I were to micro complain about anything was the fact the bathroom doors didn't lock. Which is a little awkward depending on who you're traveling with, and the breakfast while good was VERY expensive on property $160 for 4 orders of pancakes and 4 juices after tip. We LOVED our stay and would recommend to anyone.

We were welcomed with such graciousness: beautiful leis and cold ginger lemon drinks and refreshing towels and then escorted personally to our spacious and artistically decorated condo. Our first night at Timbers was magical with palm trees, flowering tropical plants and lighted tiki torches. Everything is first class: the food, the service, the beautiful surroundings.

Let me start off with the staff was great. Everyone was nice and welcoming. The pool and hot tub were nice after a long hike. The beach had a break wall which made swimming very enjoyable. The room was very musty and dingy. I figured it was because we were in a tropical place, but after visiting other islands, no hotel should smell like that. The bed was also very uncomfortable. Would I stay here again? Maybe. It was more affordable than some other resorts.

Beautiful boutique hotel with a relaxing vibe. All staff team members were great and very accomodating to all of our needs. Would like to especially applaud Dawn at the front desk, night shift . We didn't quite change over to the time zone and she was such a delight in the early morning hours, even grabbing coffee for me before Normal Cafe hours . A true delight was an invitation for wine tasting by the lovely owners and their children . These special touches sealed the deal for us, we will be returning !

Excellent beach. Friendly staff. Gave credit for a days resort fee due to uncleanliness in the bathroom. Little things like a broken toilet paper holder, long hair on floor in the corners of the bathroom and lounge area, little drawer space for a week long stay unless you live out of your luggage? Struggling to put suitcases into our rental car, the staff just watched at 5:15 a.m. !!