Franklin District
Travel Guide
Visit Franklin District

Retreat into nature, in rural Ngaruawahia.
Relax in the outdoor bath.
Such a lovely and comfortable stay in a beautiful and remote area. Exactly what we needed. A kind host and Lily the dog greeted us. Altogether a very relaxed experience and would recommend!
Reviewed on 9 Jan 2026

Raglan Harbour View Hotel
What a charming hotel with very friendly staff. Right in the centre of this beautiful little town. Cosy , but clean room with a lovely verandah where I sat to have my morning cuppa.
Reviewed on 3 Nov 2025

Novotel Auckland Airport
Great location + clean hotel + good breakfast
Reviewed on 9 Jan 2026

Retreat into nature, in rural Ngaruawahia.
Relax in the outdoor bath.
Such a lovely and comfortable stay in a beautiful and remote area. Exactly what we needed. A kind host and Lily the dog greeted us. Altogether a very relaxed experience and would recommend!
Reviewed on 9 Jan 2026

Bow Street Studios
Great place. Just as advertised!
Reviewed on 17 Dec 2025

Sunnynook Cottage Sea Views Top Location, walking distance to town.
Sunnynook was perfect for our weekend: close to other attendees, gorgeous views for early morning coffee and hiding from the heat. Although we didnt avail ourselves of many of the amenities it was very well appointed and everything i did look for was there. Small comment re: up and down floor levels ...
Reviewed on 17 Dec 2025
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