Reviews From Our Guests

I have stayed at the Claremont Motel and Apartments several times over the last few years. The apartments are spacious, well set out and clean, they are equipped with everything you need and have private areas for outdoor entertaining. Plenty of parking available on site. I find both Deb and Carson excellent hosts and happy to assist with any requirements we have. The addition of the taxi service they provide has been well used by us and is a great asset to their business. I look forward to our next holiday at the Claremont. Michelle

Michelle, Wellington

We stayed at Claremont Motel and Apartments for a weekend away with our dog. The setting was quiet and perfectly located for dog walks into town or just around the neighborhood. The grass area outside our room was ideal for a glass of wine whilst we threw the ball for the dog. The room was comfortable, quiet and well equipped. We will definitely stay at Claremont again. Sarah

Sarah, Wellington

The Claremont is our go-to in Martinborough! We've stayed in all three of the room types and each of them catered perfectly to our needs! The spaces, bedding, towels and amenities are always beautifully clean. All the staff are super accommodating and friendly! When it comes to our kids and our biking needs - there's ample space for our entire families' bikes and loads of board games and movies to keep the kids busy! Great, clean BBQ facilities, situated in a well kept garden setting - perfect for unwinding! The Claremont is just close enough to town and all the wineries to get you there without much effort (not to mention Claremont Cabs right there if you need it!), yet just far enough from the center so you feel like you've completely got away from it all!

Nicole & Nathan Jardine

The Claremont provided a peaceful retreat with a well appointed unit. We were so impressed with the standard of cleanliness and quality towels, bed linen and kitchen facilities. The beds and couch were extremely comfortable. The shower was great and it was the first time a walk in shower didn't mean a wet floor outside of the shower area as the shower curtain was the right length and weighted at the bottom so it kept the water inside the shower area! We were also impressed with the space inside the unit and the privacy that had been considered between the units with use of partitions and scrubs. We thought the grounds were very well maintained and we enjoyed a lovely green leafy view from our patio area. A most enjoyable stay, we will definitely be back.

Nikki Adams

We stayed at Claremont back in April 2021 two- three days and we are again booked to stay for two days in January 2022 as we traverse the Kawakawa Station walk- tramp. The setting of Claremont is just lovely- private- very relaxing- lots of space. As for the apartments themselves the word that springs to my mind is “sexy”- again really well thought out design wise-spotlessly clean- practical use of space and novel in that each apartment is named after the various brands of wine. Deborah and Carson are warm and welcoming but once settled in- they just leave you alone to kick back and enjoy. I would recommend Claremont to would be travellers to the Martinborough region- I won’t say wine country as coming from Hawke’s Bay we selfishly keep that tag line to ourselves!!!

The Hanson’s of HB

"Took a spur of the moment trip and stayed two nights. Lovely and spacious complex with on site parking. Unit was lovely and spacious for the two of us with good amenities. Good sized fridge, tv, couch and a super comfy bed and great air conditioning (it was so hot when we went). Lovely and close to the main town centre and is in a lovely quiet setting. We both hired bicycles from the site and had a great day traveling around the awesome vineyards. Happily recommend to anyone as it’s great value for the price and we will happily stay there again next time we go to Martinborough."

Alan Jurewicz

Friendly welcome. Spacious, clean apartment with a very comfy bed. Beautiful setting and very quiet.

Kerry Playle

The Claremont was the perfect place for our large group to call home. They were so accommodating & helpful when we changed our plans often and their communication was outstanding. Majority of us stayed in the 2br apartments and they were perfect for us. It was so nice the kitchen with all of the kitchen accessories you would need and it was so nice to relax in the lounge with the gas fire. Thank you again to Clem, Deb & the team - you made our time in Martinborough a breeze!

Elise Hilliam

Fabulous. Staff are friendly and welcoming. Clean and tidy, and wonderful to be able to have our puppies stay.

Denise Bondarenko

Well furbished, spotlessly clean and very comfortable. Much appreciated being able to have our dogs with us.

Gayle Sheridan

We did a random road trip to Martinborough recently. What a pleasant surprise to drive beyond the square and discover this hidden gem. A comfortable studio with nice decor, hosted by a lovely, friendly couple Carson & Deb - who also offer a local, one way $5 cab service. This made it easier for us to return to the square for dinner. Thank you Carson & Deb for a lovely stay.

B Metale

Great service. Peaceful and private cabins surrounded in lovely established gardens.

Annie Williams

We would like to thank you Carson and Deb for the awesome accommodation that we had over the weekend, this is our second time we have stayed at the Claremont and we just love it, very friendly, helpful, and most accommodating staff, nothing is a problem. It feels like a resort, we have now booked again, 7 units with our family and Classic car members. Wow they have the best beds ever. Thank you again.

Neville and Jane Mooney

We are regular guests at The Claremont and always are made to feel very welcome. The rooms are always comfortable, clean and spacious. The location is good for us as well.

Chris and Suzie Nelson

We had a fantastic time at Claremont! The place was great and the staff were so friendly and helpful! Was awesome being able to bring our dog! Nice tidy apartment with everything we needed and close to the Square! Would definitely stay again!

Kara, ACCOMMODATION

I was travelling with a group of teachers and support staff for a team building weekend away. We couldn't have asked for a better accommodation place to stay absolutely fantastic clean and tidy rooms with everything you could ask for in them . Very quiet location, easy to locate and amazing staff/management, (so very helpful). Would certainly recommend

Joss, Team Building / Conference

A huge thank you from our team at elite kitchens for last week, we thoroughly enjoyed our stay and the accommodation was just perfect. Thanks again for all your assistance, and working with us with the transport, we look forward to staying with you again.

Elite Kitchens, Team Building/ Conference

Comfortable clean spacious unit, pleasant surrounding and a great shuttle service which I unexpectedly needed urgently to get to Greytown for our gig at the wondrous Mid Winter Xmas festival Special thanks to Carson the proprietor for organizing Tom from the local garage to sort my car the next morning. Cheers

Nina, Claremont Cabs

Excellent taxi service. Prompt, reliable and very friendly

Rob, Claremont Cabs

Thank you so much Carson and Deborah. Great to have such a wonderful quick service that is well priced in Martinborough. You made our weekend super easy!

Cherie, Claremont Cabs

All care and helpful service at the most enjoyable complex. Professional and efficient in all aspects. Clean and comfortable and will stay again. Air conditioning was a plus and useful. Easy access and parking. Pleasant surroundings with trees and gardens

Kenneth

Lovely accommodation and great location. Very modern room with everything we needed. Around 10-15 minutes (flat) walk to the local town which was great. This is the seventh place we have stayed on the North Island and easily the best. Highly recommended

Paul

Awesome place. Great service. Fantastic setting. Everything we needed was there Rooms: 5/5 Service: 5/5 Location: 5/5 Hotel highlights - Romantic, Great value

Lyndsay

Great family stay - we stayed 2 nights and it was great! Rooms: 5/5 Service: 5/5 Location: 5/5

Matthew

Great spot!! 100% dog friendly too

Ollie

Booking was easy, said on the site not available but I rang up and they sorted even at the discount rate that i originally saw. desk was very helpful, friendly and accommodating, very clean, great prices, and what a bonus dog friendly, I would definitely recommend and will be staying again. Thank you for your amazing hospitality.

Denis

Loved loved loved this motel for our accommodation. We stayed in the 2 bed unit and it was perfect.. heatpump and gas fire made the unit so toasty. Lovely and clean, modern. The service was exceptional, nothing was a problem, the added service of the motels own taxi service. We would definitely stay here again. Thank you.

Janine

Fabulous place to stay. The perfect base for our time in the Wairarapa. Beautiful semi-rural setting a short distance from the town square. The hosts are amazing - so helpful and friendly, and everything is absolutely immaculate. We were there for a family holiday but would also be a fabulous spot for a low-key destination wedding.

COMPASS

We have stayed at the Claremont maybe 5-6 times and wouldn’t stay anywhere else in the region. Clean rooms, room services daily by friendly staff and a great experience! Thank you again

CHARLIE

Many thanks for allowing us to stay the one night before we had the early start for the Putuna Chasm. We washed the dishes and left your unit key on the writing desk, trust everything was OK. We must commend you for the high standard of spacious accommodation and your helpful service. We would highly recommend any visitor to stay with you and would do so again anytime. Thank you.

SUSAN & DAVID FOON

Last night in NZ & After a really stressful drive I arrived and Carson looked after me like a long lost family member. The appartment was so warm and the bed so comfy, that I’m recharged and ready to start the next leg of my journey. He gave me great tips on where to eat dinner and breakfast and both lived up to his recommendations

PEGGY

What an amazing place to stay! We loved our apartment and the beauty of the complex around it. We felt right at home and were even visited by the resident cat and dog while we had breakfast on the deck. We would stay here again and again!

Lana

Super responsive host and such a good little spot. Worked perfectly for us, especially having that space to relax in the evening. Thanks for a great stay

Verity

We spent 2 nights in this motel and couldn't fault it. Our unit was spotlessly clean, spacious and nicely decorated. Very comfy queen bed plus a lounge and a couple of other chairs. The mini kitchen was well equipped. And everything worked - there were no problems with the things that sometimes cause niggles like wifi, hot water and water pressure. It's a quick drive into centre of the town, or an easy 10-minute stroll through neat and attractive residential streets. And the hostess was charming!

J Elliott