Title: Monty's self-contained unit Reviews, Deals & Photos 2025 - Expedia.co.uk [See all properties](http://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?regionId=&adults=2&children=&sort=RECOMMENDED&useRewards=false&semdtl=&userIntent=&vip=false) Entire apartment # Monty's self-contained unit ![Property grounds](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/38000000/37990000/37984400/37984382/a1613e77.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=598&ra=fit) ![Interior](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/38000000/37990000/37984400/37984382/be8215c5.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![TV](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/38000000/37990000/37984400/37984382/1ae88aec.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![2 bedrooms, iron/ironing board, travel cot, free WiFi](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/38000000/37990000/37984400/37984382/9eb78406.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Sun-loungers, beach towels](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/38000000/37990000/37984400/37984382/9c133015.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) - Overview - Amenities - Policies - Location In a peaceful garden setting near Kawhia Harbour, this warm and comfortable unit offers the perfect retreat. Soak in Te Puia springs or enjoy a sunset over the Tasman sea, then take a leisurely harbour-side walk or visit nearby Aotea Harbour for more scenic views. 9.6 Exceptional ### Entire apartment 2 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 6 ## Popular amenities - Dryer - Washer - Parking available - Kitchen - Barbecue grill - Free WiFi £87 includes taxes & fees 21 Sept - 22 Sept ## Add dates for prices Check-in Check-out Travellers ## About this property ### Entire place You'll have the entire apartment to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party. ### Monty's self-contained unit Child friendly warm comfortable unit set one section back from Kawhia Harbour in a peaceful garden setting. A lovely 5 min walk to Kawhia CBD where you find the Rusty Snapper Cafe, Museum, fish and chip shop, local hotel, boating and sports clubs and petrol station. Wharf fishing, surf casting, harbour fishing and charter boats can cover fishing for all tastes. Soak in Te Puia springs on Ocean Beach two hour either side of low tide or just enjoy a sun set over the Tasman sea. Kayak hire can be arranged. The local 9 hole golf course is 5 min drive and has some stunning views of the area. Lovely harbour side walks or a 10 min drive to Aotea Harbour for a walk along the sand dunes or a long one around to Kawhia along Ocean Beach Waitomo is 1-5 hr drive to the caves , along the way are the Marakopa Falls, PiriPiri Caves and the Natural Bridge. Return back through Otorohanga for the Kiwi House and Bird House. 1 hr north is Raglan with some metal road a must see on the way is the Bridle Veil Falls. Special conditions: Smoking outside only using ash tray provided. Washing machine and dryer on request. Kayak hire can be arranged. Unit must be left in clean and tidy condition or $35 charge applies. NO PARTIES. Extras: Linen (included); NOTE: Under Kiwi bach tradition you are expected to: Clean the house and do the dishes before you leave; NOTE BREAKFAST NOT PROVIDED ## Property amenities ### Beach - Beach loungers - Beach towels ### Internet - Available in the apartment: Free WiFi ### Parking and transport - Parking on site ### Kitchen - Cookware, dishware, and utensils - Kitchenette - Microwave - Paper towels - Refrigerator - Toaster ### Dining - Dining table ### Bedrooms - 2 bedrooms - Bedsheets provided ### Bathroom - 1 bathroom - Hair dryer - Shower - Soap - Toilet paper - Towels provided ### Living spaces - Dining table - Living room ### Entertainment - TV ### Outdoor areas - Barbecue grill - Garden - Patio ### Laundry - Laundry facilities - Washer/dryer ### Comfort - Heating ### Pets - No pets allowed ### Suitability/Accessibility - If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking. - In-room accessibility - Smoke-free property ### Services and conveniences - Iron/ironing board ### Things to do - Fishing nearby - Golfing nearby - Hiking/biking trails nearby - Swimming nearby ### Safety features - Carbon monoxide detector not reported (host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector) - Smoke detector not reported (host has not indicated whether there is a smoke detector on the property) ### General - Garden ## Policies ### Check-in Check-in time starts at 2:00 PM ### Check-out Check-out before 11:00 AM ### Special check-in instructions You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions ### Pets Pets not allowed ### Children and extra beds Children are welcome ### Events No events allowed ### Smoking Smoking is not permitted ## Important information ### You need to know This property is managed by a private host (a party not acting within their trade, business or profession). EU consumer law, including the right of withdrawal, will not apply to your booking. The cancellation policy set by the private host will cover your booking. Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited Host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector with you on the trip Host has not indicated whether there is a smoke detector on the property This property is managed through our partner, Vrbo. You will receive an email from Vrbo with a link to a Vrbo account, where you can change or cancel your reservation ### Property is also known as Montys Self Contained Unit Kawhia Montys Self Contained Unit Apartment Montys Self Contained Unit Apartment Kawhia ## About the area ![Map](https://maps.googleapis.com/maps/api/staticmap?&size=660x330&map_id=3b266eb50d2997c6&zoom=13&markers=icon:https%3A%2F%2Fa.travel-assets.com%2Ftravel-assets-manager%2Feg-maps%2Fproperty.png%7C-38.05949%2C174.82771&channel=expedia-HotelInformation&maptype=roadmap&scale=1&key=AIzaSyCYjQus5kCufOpSj932jFoR_AJiL9yiwOw&signature=tjq0YhhNlU1_YxoUrBRFfmmVkSk=) Kawhia, Kawhia #### What's nearby - Maketu Marae - 13 min walk - 0.7 miles - Kawhia Regional Museum & Gallery - 13 min walk - 0.7 miles - Kawhia Beach - 12 min drive - 4.1 miles #### Getting around - Hamilton (HLZ-Hamilton Intl.) - 84 min drive #### Restaurants - ‪Kawhia Fish Shop - ‬13 min walk - ‪Blue Chook Inn - ‬11 min walk - ‪The Rusty Snapper Cafe - ‬10 min walk - ‪Fish & Chips - ‬13 min walk - ‪Annie's Cafe - ‬16 min walk ## Frequently asked questions ### Is Monty's self-contained unit pet-friendly? > No, pets are not allowed at this property. ### How much does it cost to stay at Monty's self-contained unit? > As of 20 Sept 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Monty's self-contained unit on 21 Sept 2025 start from £86.57, including taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. [Choose your dates](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hamilton-Hotels-Montys-Self-Contained-Unit.h37984382.Hotel-Information?rfrr=HOT.HIS.question.link.click) for more accurate prices. ### What time is check-in at Monty's self-contained unit? > Check-in begins at 2:00 PM. ### What time is check-out at Monty's self-contained unit? > Checkout is at 11:00 AM. ### Where is Monty's self-contained unit located? > Situated in Kawhia, this apartment building is within a 15-minute walk of Maketu Marae and Kawhia Regional Museum & Gallery. Kawhia Beach is 3.2 mi (5.2 km) away. ## Have a question? Beta Get instant answers with AI powered search of property information and reviews. Ask a question ## Monty's self-contained unit Reviews 9.6 ### Exceptional All reviews shown are from real guest experiences. Only travellers who have booked a stay with us can submit a review. We verify reviews according to our guidelines and publish all reviews, positive or negative.[More information](https://www.expedia.co.uk/lp/b/content-guidelines) ### 10 Cleanliness ### 9.6 Location ### 8.4 Eco-friendliness ### 9.6 Property conditions & facilities 10 - Excellent 101 8 - Good 24 6 - Okay 3 4 - Poor 1 2 - Terrible 0 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Jody B. 10 May 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Awesome Had a great experience ##### Jody B. Stayed 2 nights in May 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Anne 29 Sept 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, communication Great place to stay lovely hosts ##### Anne Stayed 1 night in Sep 2024 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Gerard M. 15 Mar 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Great place to stay Very helpful hosts, clean and tidy unit. ##### Gerard M. Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### karoraina A. 30 Dec 2023 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Holiday in Kawhia0 enjoyed our stay..very peaceful,excellent accommodation ##### karoraina A. Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2023 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Richard P. 17 Nov 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Perfect for us Very quiet and a good size and good location and very clean and tidy indeed. ##### Richard P. Stayed 1 night in Nov 2024 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Cindy K. 20 Sept 2022 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Kawhia Moana Lovely place to stay nice and clean would definately stay there again. ##### Cindy K. Stayed 1 night in Sep 2022 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Isobel P. 19 Jan 2023 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### A little gem Quite adequate for our needs for an overnight stay Beautiful location and garden. ##### Isobel P. Stayed 1 night in Jan 2023 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Nick o. 27 Nov 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Lovely hosts and accommodation The accommodation was really good and exactly as described. Signpostage from the road was easy to find and the hosts were very welcoming. Thank you for a great stay, we would definitely stay here again. ##### Nick o. Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2024 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Brenda B. 28 Jan 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Holiday The bach was great. Nice and clean, had everything we needed and good position in Kawhia.Hopefully we will be back. ##### Brenda B. Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### altaf a. 4 Aug 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Highly recommend Very nice and well maintained property with all needed amenities. ##### altaf a. Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Riley B. 31 Jan 2023 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Break away Awesome place to stay, communication was great with owners, everything was only a short walk away, highly recommend ##### Riley B. Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2023 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Allan W. 22 Oct 2022 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Kawhia homestay Excellent location great garden ##### Allan W. Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2022 ### 10/10 Excellent #### REBECCA 14 Jan 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication Fantastic property. Highly recommend. Super friendly owners. ##### REBECCA Stayed 1 night in Jan 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Te Rita P. 31 Dec 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Relief Suited us pretty well. ##### Te Rita P. Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2024 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Lana M. 12 Nov 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Yurt Perfection A beautiful Yurt. We felt at home amongst the trees. Thank you for a delightful stay. ##### Lana M. Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2024 ### 10/10 Excellent #### David Alexander v. 19 Jul 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Fabulously warm Great location to access all local attractions. Drive to waterfalls or explore the museum. ##### David Alexander v. Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2024 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Gary 20 Feb 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, communication Quite, nice people, easygoing……enjoyed our night here. ##### Gary Stayed 1 night in Feb 2024 ### 8/10 Good #### joan l. 11 Mar 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### good stay nice garden setting enjoyed eating outside. ##### joan l. Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2024 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Margaret B. 20 Dec 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Staying in Kawhia We have stayed in this property before and will definitely stay there again. Its all you could want in a B&B, all the amenities you are likely to need plus a few. The owners are easy to deal with and lovely people. The area is easy to drive around and get to places well worth seeing. Definitely recommend this property ##### Margaret B. Stayed 1 night in Dec 2024 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Jenny S. 17 Jan 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Great Stay This was perfect for our overnight in Kāwhia. It was true to the description on the website so lived up to expectation. Thanks for a comfortable stay. Jenny ##### Jenny S. Stayed 1 night in Jan 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Margaret B. 4 Dec 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Peace in Kawhia Driveway very steep, property well maintained, lovely garden, clean and homely inside, everything there you would need for a few nights' stay, including cleaning equipment so that you can leave it the way you found it. We would definitely recommend this property ##### Margaret B. Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2024 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Flavian E. 10 Feb 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### A great experience in Kawhia Ray was friendly, helpful and accommodating, and the unit was clean and comfortable. Thank you! ##### Flavian E. Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Roz L. 19 Jan 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Lovely Really enjoyed our one night at Monty's in Kawhia - delightful! ##### Roz L. Stayed 1 night in Jan 2024 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Georgina M. 2 Oct 2022 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Loved it. Highly recommend to everyone. Lovely relaxing place to stay. ##### Georgina M. Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2022 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Fiona H. 13 May 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Monty’s B&B Great location & suited our needs perfectly. Nice & warm on one of the coldest nights in May ##### Fiona H. 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