Donkey Bay Inn

Dec 16th, 2021

Jul 28th, 2021

Donkey Bay Inn is a private secluded home away from home. Each of the 4 luxury guest rooms have balconies looking out onto Donkey Bay and the private naturalist beach. The resort showcases amazing, bright artwork and furniture and each room is decorated with its own unique pieces. It's perfectly situated just 5 minutes from Russell Town Centre, rich in history, featuring New Zealand's oldest operating restaurant. Included in your stay at Donkey Bay Inn is a vintage Rolls Royce with driver for your transfers to and from dinner in town. The heated floors in the main dining, living area are a lovely touch on crisp mornings while you enjoy your coffee and delicious breakfast prepared by your hosts. Everyone is so kind, courteous, welcoming and helpful with any questions about the property, town and its surroundings. It truly was one of the most magical places I have ever stayed at and I will be back again to soak in the spa perched on the cliff edge!
Oct 14th, 2021

Donkey Bay Inn is beyond exceptional and we were fortunate enough to spend two nights here. From the moment you park up and head into the property you will notice how incredible the architecture and exterior/interior design is. It is nothing like I have seen before. Antonio (the Italian owner) really has an eye for design and has put a lot of love into this property. We stayed in the Emperors suite and it had a great flow to it. The staff are super friendly and welcoming. They go out of their way to ensure you have a great stay. Breakfast is served overlooking the bay and a great way to start the day. There was a big variety foods such as fruits, cereals, eggs, avo, antipastos, spreads, juices, teas and coffee so you really were spoilt for choice. Antonio joined us for breakfast both mornings and he is just so sweet! It makes a different staying somewhere where you can connect with the host and get to know them and the property. There is a big history and heartwarming story behind this spot. There is plenty to do here- Walk down to donkey bay whilst checking out the sculptures and crystals Antonio has collected, have a sauna or bath over looking the beach, grab a book from the library and relax in the seated areas, or head into town for some yum food! Donkey Bay also offer a Rolls Royce to dinner as apart of the stay. Talk about royalty! I couldn't imagine anywhere else to spend my birthday. Cannot wait to come back, thank you girls & Antonio xx
Aug 2nd, 2021

Dear Donkey Bay Inn First of all I should qualify this review by saying I have drunk quite a reasonable amount of your fabulous Penny Rose Rose. Personally I feel it has clarified my thoughts. We decided to come to stay with you because of the yellow tunnel. And also because of the bath in the suite we didn't stay in. But we have booked to come back because we had the most extraordinary time. There was nothing to find fault with. The place is extraordinary (should I register just a bit of disappointment that the Pizza Oven isn't in service?...) The staff were a perfect mix of friendly, helpful and sassy. I made our own tea and raided the fridge for ice without any frowning. Fellow guests were delightful. And the beach is a Naturist beach! Such delicious potential for Summer...Russell was delightful. Altogether a perfect get away and definitely one which will be repeated.
Jul 27th, 2021