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( 03-752 073, 0800 728 3728;
www.sircedrics.co.nz
; 8 Cron St; dm $23-33, d $50-110; )
This ramshackle enclave of dorms and motelesque units offers a decent bolthole, with re-
spectable beds and enticing extras such as a spa pool, free soup and unlimited internet.
Worn but welcoming communal areas include a sunny patio, two kitchens, and den with
a wood burner.
Rainforest Retreat
HOSTEL, HOLIDAY PARK $$$
( 03-752 0220, 0800 873 346;
www.rainforestretreat.co.nz
;
46 Cron St; sites $39, dm $28-32, d
$85-220; )
This capacious enterprise packs plenty of options into its forested
grounds, the pick of which are the 'huts', 'houses' and 'lodges' nestled in the bush.
Campervans enjoy similar privacy but lose out on high-use communal facilities, as do
backpackers who may well arrive on a large tour bus. The on-site Monsoon Bar has a
low top shelf, lively atmosphere and decent meals ($22 to $32).
58 on Cron
MOTEL $$$
( 03-752 0627, 0800 662 766;
www.58oncron.co.nz
;
58 Cron St; d $175-245; )
Lacking ima-
gination in both name and decor, these motel units nevertheless impress with their com-
fort, cleanliness, mod cons and considerate attitude to guests.
Glenfern Villas
APARTMENT $$$
$$$
( 03-752 005, 0800 453 6334;
www.glenfern.co.nz
;
SH6; d $230-289; )
A handy 3km out
of the tourist hubbub, these delightful one- and two-bedroom villas sit amid groomed
grounds with private decks surveying mountain scenery. Top-notch beds, full kitchens,
bike hire and family-friendly facilities strongly suggest 'holiday', not 'stop-off'.
Holly Homestead
B&B $$$
$$$
( 03-752 0299;
www.hollyhomestead.co.nz
;
SH6; d $265-430; )
Guests are welcomed
with fresh home baking at this wisteria-draped 1926 B&B. Choose from three character-
ful en suite rooms or a suite, all of which share a deck perfect for that sundowner. Chil-
dren over 12 welcome.
Te Waonui Forest Retreat
HOTEL $$$
$$$
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