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Doolan's Country Retreat - Adults Only

Property class: 3.5

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A spacious living room with wooden furniture, a fireplace, and large windows offering a view of the outdoors. - Doolan's Country Retreat - Adults Only (Hamurana)
A modern single-story house with a covered porch, large sliding glass doors, and a well-maintained garden. - Doolan's Country Retreat - Adults Only (Hamurana)
A garden pathway leading to a gazebo with steps, surrounded by lush greenery and flowers. - Doolan's Country Retreat - Adults Only (Hamurana)
A dining room with a large wooden table, six chairs, a chandelier, and a view of a garden through large windows. - Doolan's Country Retreat - Adults Only (Hamurana)
A cozy room with two armchairs, a coffee table, and a view of a garden through large windows. - Doolan's Country Retreat - Adults Only (Hamurana)
A free breakfast buffet, a terrace, and a garden are just a few of the amenities provided at Doolan's Country Retreat - Adults Only. Free in-room WiFi and a fireplace in the lobby are available to all guests.

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • Parking included
  • Free WiFi
  • Housekeeping

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Room options

View all photos for Tui

A hotel room with a large bed, a wooden headboard, a nightstand with a lamp, a window with curtains, and a framed picture on the wall.

Tui

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(3 reviews)
  • Garden view
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

View all photos for Quail

A neatly made bed with white linens and a beige throw blanket, a bedside table with a lamp, and a painting on the wall.

Quail

  • Garden view
  • 5 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

View all photos for White Doves

A neatly made bed with a quilted white duvet, two pillows, and a brown accent pillow. There are two bedside tables with lamps and a small vase with a flower on one. A painting hangs on the wall above the bed.

White Doves

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)
  • Garden view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

About the neighborhood

Hamurana is home to Doolan's Country Retreat - Adults Only. Tama-te-Kapua Meeting House and Polynesian Spa are local landmarks, and travelers looking to shop may want to visit Eat Street and Rotorua Night Market. Looking to enjoy an event or a game while in town? See what's happening at Racing Rotorua or Rotorua International Stadium. Visit our Hamurana travel guide
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165 Dalbeth Rd, Hamurana, Bay Of Plenty, 3072

What's nearby

  • A lake with steam rising from the water, surrounded by a flock of seagulls on the shore and hills in the background.
    Lake Rotorua
    7 min drive - 2.5 miles
  • A sheep show at The Agrodome with various breeds like Texel, Suffolk, and Dorset.
    Agrodome
    9 min drive - 4.4 miles
  • A group of people observing a ritual in a lush, green forest with a river.
    Mitai Maori Village
    10 min drive - 5.3 miles
  • A waterfall surrounded by lush greenery and ferns.
    Rainbow Springs Kiwi Wildlife Park
    10 min drive - 5.3 miles
  • A cable car over a town with a lake and mountains in the background.
    Skyline Rotorua
    10 min drive - 5.6 miles

Getting around

  • Rotorua (ROT-Rotorua Regional)
    23 min drive

Restaurants

  • McDonald's
    11 min drive
  • Columbus Coffee
    14 min drive
  • Royal Indian Restaurant Tandoori Cuisine
    11 min drive
  • Izumi Japanese Restaurant
    11 min drive
  • Cafe Dynasti
    6 min drive

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Free self parking on site

Food and drink

  • Free buffet breakfast available daily 7:00 AM to 9:00 AM

Things to do

  • TV in common areas

Conveniences

  • Safe at front desk
  • Shared refrigerator

Guest services

  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Tour and ticket assistance

Outdoors

  • Garden
  • Picnic area
  • Terrace

Accessibility

  • No elevator

More

  • Fireplace in lobby
  • Smoking not allowed

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Egyptian cotton sheets

Bathroom

  • Bathrobes
  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Shower
  • Towels provided

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Electric kettle

More

  • Individual decor
  • Individual furnishings
  • Portable fan
  • Safe

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3 PM; Check-in end time: 8 PM
Late check-in subject to availability
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 10 AM
Contactless check-out available

Special check-in instructions

There is no front desk at this property
Guests must contact the property for check-in information
To make arrangements for check-in please contact the property ahead of time using the information on the booking confirmation
If you are planning to arrive after 8 PM please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Pets

Pets not allowed (service animals welcome)

Children and extra beds

Children younger than 18 are not allowed at this adults-only property; all guests 18 and older are welcome
Rollaway/extra beds are not available
Cribs (infant beds) are not available

Property payment types

  • Mastercard
  • Visa

Important information

You need to know

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
This property accepts credit cards
Cashless transactions are available
Safety features at this property include a smoke detector

We should mention

This property does not have elevators
Guests under 18 years old are not permitted at this adults-only property

Property class

Property class, provided by our rating system, is based on property type, amenities, and services.

Frequently asked questions

Is Doolan's Country Retreat - Adults Only pet-friendly?

No, only service animals are welcome at the property.

How much is parking?

Self parking is free at this property.

What time is check-in at Doolan's Country Retreat - Adults Only?

Check-in start time: 3 PM; Check-in end time: 8 PM. Late check-in is available during limited hours.

What time is check-out at Doolan's Country Retreat - Adults Only?

Check-out is at 10 AM.

Where is Doolan's Country Retreat - Adults Only located?

Situated in Hamurana, this bed & breakfast is 2.1 mi (3.4 km) from Lake Rotorua and within 6 mi (10 km) of Lake View Golf Club and Agroventures. AMAZEme and Mitai Maori Village are also within 6 mi (10 km).

Can I cancel my reservation for free and receive a full refund?

Yes, this property offers free cancellation on select room rates, because flexibility matters! Please refer to the property cancellation policy on our site for more details about any exclusions or requirements.

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Reviews

Doolan's Country Retreat - Adults Only Reviews

10

Exceptional

10

Cleanliness

10

Location

10

Staff & service

10

Property conditions & facilities
Rating 10 - Excellent. 23 out of 24 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 1 out of 24 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 24 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 24 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 24 reviews

Reviews

Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
It is the cleanest place I have ever experienced in New Zealand.Top notch staff and breakfast
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Loved this place! The views were incredible, breakfast was delicious, and the host Louise was super friendly and welcoming. Such a cozy, relaxing stay—we’d happily come back again.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Amenities
The best part isn't even mentioned in other reviews, the various grottos in the beautiful garden and the sumptuous breakfast.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Louise was an amazing hostess... so friendly and attentive. Her place is absolutely gorgeous with great attention to beauty and detail. A stellar bed and breakfast!
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Everything about this place is perfect. Beautiful accommodation with stunning views over the valley. Louise is the hostess with the mostest! I didn’t want to leave. If there was a rating above excellent, I would give it. I hope I can return one day but it’s a long way from my home in Scotland.
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2025
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10/10 Excellent

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Fabulous property in beautiful country setting with easy access to Rotorua and its attractions. Louise is a very welcoming host providing tea and biscuits on arrival and delicious home cooked breakfasts every morning. She also has a wealth of information regarding what to see in the area and on local traditions and NZ history. The facilities are top notch and I will recommend Doolan’s to my friends if they visit the area
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Tranquil Country Place

We loved our time with Louise at Doolan's!!! It is about 15 minutes outside of Rotorua (far from any sulphur smell!). Louise made DELICIOUS breakfasts each morning and the common living area is very spacious with fabulous view. Our room was small, but completely adequate because of the large living space. The bed was quite comfy. The grounds are lovely!!! Louise was a delightful host.
A slice of the amazing view!
Kitchen area
Large living area and dining table
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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You simply cannot fault this property. From the moment you drive up its winding drive and enter the main living area, the wow factor just kicks in! The views, peacefulness and facilities are out of this world. Rooms are spotless & your host Lou can’t be more helpful or do enough for you. Breakfast is exquisite made from produce on the retreat. We wouldn’t hesitate to return if back this way and nobody would ever leave this place disappointed. If you do, there must be something wrong with you !!
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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We loved our stay at Doolan's! The grounds are beautiful! And the house is very lovely too. The best thing about the place is the hosts whom are very interesting, helpful, and kind. Highly recommend this place. We loved it!
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2019
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
La chambre est super-propre, la propriétaire Louise est d’une gentillesse exceptionnelle, et elle est très bonne cuisinière. Ses poules fournissent les oeufs frais du matin. Le salon commun est accueillant, spacieux, et lumineux, avec une vue reposante sur la campagne autour. Louise était une source d’information impressionnante. Tout était parfait.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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Friendly down to earth , an made us feel welcome, so grateful, thank you
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2021
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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Was a lovely place to stay, very clean and peaceful! And the breakfast was great! Also they were very friendly!
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2020
Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Country comfort

Relaxing place to stop north of Rotura. - rooms comfortable and common areas very comfortable indeed. Friendly welcoming hosts offering a good breakfast Relaxing stay
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2020
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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décoration, propreté, gentillesse des hôtes, jardins
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2020
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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Wonderful hosts and a lovely Inn

The hosts were wonderful. Very informative about the area and history and culture of NZ. The Inn is lovely and tea and breakfast yummy.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2020
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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Great view

Shower in the room was a bit small
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2020
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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Don’t skip this delightful ranch estate!

Fantastic place and hosts! We could not recommend Doolan’s more, Louise and mark are lovely hosts, very accommodating and interesting to converse with. The estate is simply gorgeous and comfy! Wish we could have stayed longer and will definitely return one day. They had many good travel suggestions and know so much about the area’s history and culture! Breakfast was perfection!
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2019
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

A gem around Rotorua

This is a beautiful home in outskirts of Rotorua. Louise is a great hostess and we felt very welcomed immediately upon arrival. She and her husband Mark took over this family home turned bed & breakfast from her mother a couple years ago. The rooms were very clean. The living room is huge and unique. We enjoyed the breakfast very much, and my wife learned how to make Egg Benedict in Louise’s way. I do recommend this place and would return without hesitation.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2019
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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Absolutly amazing property.awesome views.awesome food.awesome hosts.we will be back.
Stayed 1 night in May 2019
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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Lots of space and very quiet. Great view, great breakfast.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2019
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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The surrounding is lovely and the panorama is great. Lousie, the host is a talented painter and a wonderful host, who knows exactly what to suggest to her guests. The property is spotless and unique and it is wonderfully quiet.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2019
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
This place was paradise! Quiet, beautifully situated in the middle of hills, valleys, trees and flowers. The room was stunning, breakfast delicious, hosts lovely, friendly and accommodating, and just a short drive to all of the sights and activities. I would highly recommend Doolan's.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2019
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Property conditions & facilities, room comfort
The pergola to while away the time
The entrance atrium
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2019