The Homestead B&B

New Zealand , Waikato - Hamilton
CAMBRIDGE, 333 Tirau Road
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50 reviews shown

8/10

Excellent

15 Mar 2026

David

Called Homestead for a good reason lovely B&B set in countryside surrounded by cattle and friendly Alpacas we loved it. Staff very helpful, breakfasts in room tasty and adequate.

Partner

4/10

Poor

26 Feb 2026

Chris

The room lacked privacy. Windows needed to be kept closed because of insects from farm. Difficult to use sink. The room was not a luxury room. Wifi was very weak.

Partner

6/10

Pleasant

23 Feb 2026

Conrad

No reception. I assumed my room was the one as my name was on window

Self

8/10

Excellent

19 Feb 2026

Chris

Room clean and tidy. Need more room for preparing snacks and coffee

Partner

10/10

Exceptional

22 Jan 2026

Tonus

Nice b&b close to Hobbiton. Comfortable, quiet, simple check in, with a few staples for breakfast...very convenient. Loved the alpacas in the backyard in the morning

Leisure Partner

8/10

Excellent

13 Jan 2026

Catherine

Large room, nice breakfast, fast check in, llamas in the yard!

Leisure Partner

6/10

Pleasant

03 Jan 2026

Amy

If you're looking for an adventure & quirky place to stay, this is it! I cantacted the property through the website and WhatsApp for check in details, received no communication as to how to access the room. A gentleman appeared when we pulled into the yard and asscorted us to our room. He didnt show us how to use the keycode lock so we couldnt get back in the room. We left the window open and climbed back in. Which was entertaining but unnecessary. The room needed a very good clean, cobwebs everywhere and mucky curtains. There is a gate to open on the drive and low hanging trees. Iff you fancy an adventure and aren't too fussy, this place is great 😂

Partner

10/10

Exceptional

31 Dec 2025

Karsten

The room was so cozy and comfortable and we loved that the owner’s animals were so friendly. We were able to pet a cow and some alpacas. He even trained one of them to trade kisses for bread! 10/10 would stay again.

Partner

4/10

Poor

16 Nov 2025

Brian

We stayed in a room in the old homestead which was a surprise as it didn’t match the photo on the website.
The room was shabby but worse it was dirty.
The bed was comfortable and the continental breakfast adequate. It certainly was not value for money and I could not recommend it to anybody else.
Entry was through a spring loaded gate with loose chicken wire which snagged on clothing.
It was a very unsatisfactory experience

Leisure Partner

10/10

Exceptional

13 Nov 2025

Rhett

Very nice place to stay

Business Self

10/10

Exceptional

08 Nov 2025

Austin

Amazing spot

8/10

Excellent

28 Oct 2025

David

Breakfast was a convenient, serve ourselves affair. Only downside was access to the gate required U-Turns at designated turn areas, due to the main road median barriers (obviously nothing the owners can change, but information on the issue before arrival would be useful)

10/10

Exceptional

25 Sep 2025

William

This was an amazing place to stay near Hobbiton. Quiet and comfortable. Highly recommend

Partner

10/10

Exceptional

27 Jul 2025

Paula

the animals and the outlook plus very easy to arrive and leave .
good instructions on how to get there
quick reply to questions asked
also like wotif rather than abb

Leisure Partner

8/10

Excellent

22 Jun 2025

Zubin

Nice and clean room

Leisure Partner

10/10

Exceptional

26 May 2025

AKIRA

Waking up to misty mountains in the distance was a way to start to the day. The animal friends in the yard was a bonus. It’s a cute, quiet place which allows you to relax and enjoy the world around you.

Leisure Family

10/10

Exceptional

06 May 2025

Verified traveler

B and B with Animals

Good place to stay although quite cold in the lockwood style cabins even with the heatpump running.

Business

4/10

Poor

13 Apr 2025

Julie

Alpacas were cute but…..

The outlook from our room was sheets on the washing line.
The property manager attacked the alpacas with a broom. He saw me watching but carried on.
Lots of flies. They were immune to the fly spray.
Very dirty under the microwave and behind the TV.
No cloths or bath mat provided

Friends_and_family Friends

8/10

Excellent

23 Mar 2025

Leon

The property was clean and tidy.

Business Self

10/10

Exceptional

22 Mar 2025

Briana

Must stay property

Amazing stay! The accommodations were clean and comfortable. There isn’t reception but check in was clear and easy. We had some nice bites ready for our breakfast. If you like animals, there are lots to see around the property. The host was helpful and friendly. We had a great stay and would definitely come back again. Highly recommend!

Partner

10/10

Exceptional

28 Feb 2025

Huw

Comfortable and homely

This was a short, two night, stay. Check in was very simple, the room was exactly as described. We loved the homely atmosphere with a beautiful view over farmland. There was everything we needed for an enjoyable stay and most importantly, a very comfortable bed.

Partner

8/10

Excellent

21 Feb 2025

Gregory

Kissing alpaca right outside your door!

The apartment was located on a farm. We woke up to alpaca outside our room and the view was lovely. The room was comfortable and the host was gracious. Our only issue was the lack of reliable wifi. It was hit and miss.

Partner

10/10

Exceptional

18 Feb 2025

Lucas

I was surprised by the amount of farm animals at the property but they were all lovely to interact with. Theres an alpaca there who will give you a kiss but be careful he will also nibble you if you allow it.

Leisure Self

6/10

Pleasant

26 Jan 2025

Heather

In general on first appearances the property and location seemed fine - a farm stay was what i expected.
As i initially parked a man came out and in broken English pointed to a sign on left door of the property which had my name written on a strip of lined paper. You have to move your car and park in front of door. After i had manouvered the car he showed me into the room and where he had left the key.

The furnishings were nice, no kitchenette and the bathroom was that and storage ironing board. In the main room there was a sideboard unit with cereals and coffee/tea and sugar all in containers. In the fridge there was milk, and in sealed boxes 2 yogurts and 4 slices of bread. In another there was butter and conserves.
The expedia advertising had mentioned continental breakfast to be served with a selection of pastries.
So i was expecting a breakfast that was hosted, not a make it yourself with what we provide!
I then noticed inside the jar of granola INSECTS roaming around. Non of the containers had been wiped or cleaned or it seemed not to have been checked for freshness of cereals.
The bathroom sink was not clean. An ingrained circle around the plug hole showed lack of care.

There was long dark hairs all over one soft chair.
The front door blind was very stiff and was fraying and needed attention.
The alpacas were lovely neighbours, living next to the property in the owners garden. I enjoyed watching them.The outside space was uninviting. No contact with hosts!

Leisure Self

8/10

Excellent

21 Jan 2025

Lucinda

Perfect for requirement

Lovely place, maybe a bit dated but we liked it. Alpacas in the garden a bonus.

Partner

10/10

Exceptional

09 Dec 2024

Tatiana

Great stay

We had the best time, and loved the alpacas !

10/10

Exceptional

10 Oct 2024

alper

Wake up with alpacas

Nice and cozy. Alpacs on property you can pet. Host is super helpful.

Partner

10/10

Exceptional

17 Aug 2024

murat

really nice places and all natural

Leisure

10/10

Exceptional

08 Jul 2024

Debadatta

We spent just one night on this property and loved it! It was calm, serene, clean and had all the basic amenities. The animals on the property are adorable, especially the Alpacas! The host is extremely courteous and helpful. He helped us store our bags on the property before and after check in, so we are very grateful for that. The only inconvenience was that that the room was extremely cold (we visited in July, which is winter in New Zealand). The host advised us to put the AC on heating mode and while we did that on the highest temperature possible, the room did not heat up much. So I am guessing the insulation is not great. However, this will not be an issue over the summer months, which is NZ's main tourist season. Overall, I highly recommend the property and would love to go back again!

Business_and_leisure Partner

8/10

Excellent

14 Jun 2024

Rochelle

There was animals there that were rather unique and amazing

Business_and_leisure Family

10/10

Exceptional

13 Jun 2024

Jade

Really beauitful place. Beautiful interior and exterior plus you can feed the animals

Leisure Partner

10/10

Exceptional

19 May 2024

Verified traveler

Definitely stay again

This is a fabulous B&B. They catered for our late arrival. The brekky was a welcome addition and the animals were a wonderful treat. The owner was friendly and helpful

Partner

8/10

Excellent

05 May 2024

Simon

Friendly
Pet llamas

6/10

Pleasant

15 Mar 2024

Shane

For two guests there was limited cutlery only one coffee cup for two people. Shower was not clean there was pubic hair under the shampoo bottles no extra blankets as it was quite cold.

Leisure Partner

8/10

Excellent

10 Mar 2024

Ravi

Easy access from Rt 1s. But open and closing the gate was a job. We had a pleasant stay overall. But it was really hot for few hours when we checked in suggested time, due to direct sun and AC was off. Fridge had 4 slices of bread in a box with 2 small butter packets along with small amounts loose cereals and milk in containers with lids. Usually we see them in store packed and sealed with regular branding. It was nice to see a cow, sheep and Alpacas around. Good view in the back.

Leisure Partner

10/10

Exceptional

02 Mar 2024

Mary

I was absolutely charmed by the alpacas on our patio when we woke up in the morning. Very pastural setting with sheep in the fields lining the driveway and cattle and ducks in the fields further out. The room was large and already stocked with the breakfast food for us. The only improvement I can suggest is better signage, as the road is a busy one and we missed the turn into the driveway. This B&B ranked very high in the many places we stayed in New Zealand. So very lovely!

Leisure Partner

8/10

Excellent

02 Mar 2024

Jonathan

Alpacas around the house,but garden a bit dirty by that,breakfast you can make yourself,was sober,entry from highway was difficult and also leave again.

Leisure Partner

2/10

Poor

01 Mar 2024

Ingunn

Need to clean up the spiders in all the window seals. It was old.

Leisure Family

8/10

Excellent

28 Feb 2024

Maureen

Very different. Lig cabin situated in a paddock witj alpacas and turkeys.
Insect netting on doors and winfowsvwould be a boon as there were a lot of flies.
Lighting vould be better but very pleasant stay

Leisure

10/10

Exceptional

27 Feb 2024

Kris

Peaceful Shire location

Pleasant experience in a very peaceful environment. Close to the town of Cambridge and Hobbiton, which was the goal.

Self

10/10

Exceptional

25 Feb 2024

Jiyao

lovely BnB with great view and cute alpacas.

We stayed in Honeymoon Studio Suite with a front porch. The suite is spacious and decorated beautifully. We enjoyed mountain view and watching moon at night. It was so fun to have breakfast with the alpacas and other animals around the house. The host was very kind and very friendly. We had a very pleasant stay.

Partner

6/10

Pleasant

17 Feb 2024

Verified traveler

Was okay place to stay. Shared bathroom though

Self

10/10

Exceptional

13 Feb 2024

Samuel

Cute place, fun to see the alpacas

Very cute place! It was so fun to have breakfast with the alpacas and other animals just outside the window. The host was very kind and accommodating. He had a variety of yogurt, bread and jam and other simple breakfast foods. We stayed the main house. The only downside was the shared bathroom. Depending on how many guests are at the house there can be lengthy waits for the bathroom.

Partner

8/10

Excellent

09 Feb 2024

Chadwick

What I liked about the property was its uniqueness. It was hard to see the sign, you did have to open and close a gate to get in and out, and there were animals in the yard, but that was part of its charm. The room was clean and comfortable. The continental breakfast was tasty and got me through the morning and the cookies were delicious.

Leisure Self

10/10

Exceptional

06 Feb 2024

Osvaldo

Peaceful and quiet. A very enjoyable experience

10/10

Exceptional

02 Feb 2024

Dennis

Very nice place to pull off and sleep. No services besides breakfast but easy off main road for a farm seed stay experience out in rural country.

Leisure Partner

10/10

Exceptional

02 Feb 2024

Steve

Almost a farm stay

We loved our stay at Homestead B&B. The room might not be updated, but it was so comfortable! This place would be a horticulturist’s dream with the variety of mature shade trees and fruit trees. And we enjoyed strolling around to see the animals.

Partner

10/10

Exceptional

18 Dec 2023

John

I loved waking up to see the alpacas outside the window.
The place itself was clean and spatious and seems like a great place to get away for a vacation.
My only regret is that I couldn't stay longer!

Leisure Self

10/10

Exceptional

07 Dec 2023

Ann

It was a relaxing place to stay. The view from the room across the farm land was lovely and it was enjoyable to see the alpacas, sheep and one cow near by.

Leisure

10/10

Exceptional

21 Nov 2023

Wendy

It was really refreshing staying out in the country.

Leisure Family