State Highway 75, Barrys Bay Tel (03) 304 5050 Websitewww.halfmoon.co.nz
BUG review
This hostel is in an old white house with handsome furniture and tasteful décor. The kitchen is light, airy and clean; same with the bathrooms (which have hairdryers). There are only a few dorm beds, but they are clean and spacious. There is a sitting room with log fire, TV, piano and lots of books; a quiet dining area with internet access ($4 per hour) and outside there are flower gardens and a large veranda with chairs and tables. Guests have free use of bicycles and they organise kayaking trips. It has a very quiet atmosphere.
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Price Dorm bed $25 ($22 BBH) Single room $45 ($40 BBH) Double/twin room $68 ($60 BBH) Prices are in New Zealand dollars and are inclusive of all taxes.
