Reviews of Haven Sanctuary Suite with Private Entrance
6 Helmores Lane Quail Rise - Lower Shotover, 9371 Queenstown, New Zealand

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Reviewed: 15 October 2025 · Stayed in October 2025
Verified reviewThis was a delightful gem, with excellent pricing for the area. Small, but very comfortable and with a knowledgeable, helpful host. Very well-sized, clean bathroom. We'll be back.
The host says, 'leave the washing-up - we'll do it', but honestly, just rinsing a couple of mugs and a spoon or two is no big hassle. So maybe some washing-up liquid and a tea towel?
Reviewed: 29 August 2025 · Stayed in August 2025
Verified reviewHad a fantastic stay and would definitely return. Location was great and room had everything I needed. Warren and Sue were amazing, very friendly and gave us some great suggestions around Queenstown. Thank you so much for having us.
Reviewed: 10 August 2025 · Stayed in August 2025
Verified reviewReviewed: 18 July 2025 · Stayed in July 2025
Verified reviewEverything is thoughtfully taken care of with great attention to detail, you’ll find everything you need, just like in your own home. The amenities are modern, clean, and well-maintained. The location is excellent: just 5 minutes from the airport and 10 minutes from the city center by car. If you’re using public transportation, there’s a bus stop just a one-minute walk away. Buses run roughly every hour, but with the city’s live tracking feature, it’s easy to plan ahead. There are also two nearby hiking trails that are perfect for staying active while enjoying stunning views of the river and snow on the mountain top. The host is incredibly helpful and welcoming, you’ll truly feel at home and might even wish you could stay longer!
Nothing
Reviewed: 2 May 2025 · Stayed in April 2025
Verified reviewLocation was good, very friendly hosts, very warm, clean and comfortable.
Parking was awkward if you have a bigger car.
Reviewed: 10 April 2025 · Stayed in April 2025
Verified reviewReviewed: 2 April 2025 · Stayed in April 2025
Verified reviewReviewed: 31 March 2025 · Stayed in March 2025
Verified reviewOut of the way, so quiet. Clean and tidy.
Parking.
You have you own car park. You just could not back your car. Nothing to do with the premises or facilities. 7 years and no one has made that comment?
Reviewed: 24 March 2025 · Stayed in March 2025
Verified reviewVery Clean, cosy and in close proximity to the places we wanted to visit in Queenstown. The owner, Warren, is very caring and helpful. He made feel welcomed!
NIL.
Reviewed: 18 March 2025 · Stayed in March 2025
Verified reviewOur hosts have thought of absolutely everything visitors might need at this beautiful suite
Reviewed: 15 March 2025 · Stayed in March 2025
Verified reviewLocation was great. Close enough to it all but far enough away as well
Nothing comes to mind
Reviewed: 27 February 2025 · Stayed in February 2025
Verified reviewThere was nothing to dislike! The premises was extremely well presented. Spotlessly clean, tidy, with really good quality bedding with a choice of pillows on a comfortable bed. The location, a very quiet area a short drive from Queenstown, was perfect for us. Thanks too to Warren for being friendly and attentive, an excellent host.
Nothing.
Reviewed: 27 February 2025 · Stayed in February 2025
Verified reviewWe had everything we needed for our 3 day stay, including a bbq. Warren and Sue were great hosts, and their pets were adorable!
Nothing
Reviewed: 22 February 2025 · Stayed in February 2025
Verified reviewReviewed: 17 February 2025 · Stayed in February 2025
Verified reviewGreat location, quiet, out of town, comfortable room and space. Loved having the door open and the pets coming to say hello. Owner was super friendly and kind as well.
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Reviewed: 10 February 2025 · Stayed in February 2025
Verified reviewLoved sift bed and soft comfortable sheets. Also loved no road noise. Warren is a gracious host.
Reviewed: 9 February 2025 · Stayed in January 2025
Verified reviewAll good very nice
Nothing
Reviewed: 8 February 2025 · Stayed in February 2025
Verified reviewThe hosts was so helpful, nothing was to much. Even though I'm travelling alone I felt completely safe there. The bus stop is around the corner, beautiful walks if you wanted to fo that. Would highly recommend the place to my friends xx
Think you needed leaflets about trail uou would walk along...some beautiful places around there. But I wasn't sure where it took me lol
Reviewed: 31 January 2025 · Stayed in January 2025
Verified reviewVery comfortable place to stay in a good location to explore the area.
Food prep area is compact, but there is a table you can get out to use.
Reviewed: 30 January 2025 · Stayed in January 2025
Verified reviewWarren was lovely and very accommodating. The room and facilities were immaculate
Reviewed: 28 January 2025 · Stayed in January 2025
Verified reviewThe location to Queenstown and Arrowtown was great. Close to everything.
Reviewed: 12 January 2025 · Stayed in December 2024
Verified reviewComfy beds Warren was more than happy to have a chat and give ideas on where to visit. Nice quiet place close to the airport
They do have pets (cats, dog) roaming around so could be a +/- depending on the individual
Thank you for staying. I am disappointed with your comments and your ratings as they don't make any sense. You told us the suite was great, quiet and private and comfortable. Comparing your ratings with the previous 30 to 50 Reviews your 7.5 certainly don't stack up. Everything is within 10 minutes of the suite. I'm not sure how much closer you wanted to go to be near restaurants, shops, banks, supermarkets and airport etc, but I don't think 10 minutes is too far. Coffee machine, BBQ, Dishes collected and washed for you each day through the dish washer, heated towel rail for drying towels, a library of books to read, Nett Flicks and 5 other Film channels available free. What's not "Value for Money". The cat and the small dog don't go in to your room unless you invite them in. 98% of guests make positive comments and love the fact they are there if needed to remind them of their own situations. The two small animals are stated on our BookCom description and are now famous through Face Book around the world. They are a little older and inclined to sleep most of the day. They are locked in side every night so I'm not sure where you get the idea of "roaming" from. However, thank you for staying and I hope the rest of your trip was successful. Regards Warren
Thank you for staying. I am disappointed with your comments and your ratings as they don't make any sense. You told us the suite was great, quiet and private and comfortable. Comparing your ratings with the previous 30 to 50 Reviews yo… Show more
Reviewed: 7 January 2025 · Stayed in January 2025
Verified reviewClean, comfortable and great value for money Host is very accommodating.
Nothing we didn't like.
Reviewed: 3 December 2024 · Stayed in December 2024
Verified reviewThe host Warren was wonderful and has so many stories to share and he definitely made the stay feel great. Place is clean, not a huge space but has everything needed for 2pax stay. Location is a short drive to city centre but really near to all the hypermarts which I love. The apartment is located in a remote and safe area without compromising overall accessibility. It's a little gem really. Would stay here anytime.
The bed was a tad too soft for me but I know it is subjective and didn't pose a huge problem for me overall..otherwise this apartment is perfect. 😉