About
Purple roof
Wellington events... and links... see below
Stay in an 'architectural curiosity' - with stunning harbour views, central heating, fast continuous access 'cable/ broadband' internet... see below for weblinks to other gay homestays, directories and Wellington events.
The house is multilevel and faces north. It has 'all day sun', three decks and a lawn for private sunbathing, drinks etc. - and two 'outdoor baths'.
We have two double guest rooms with queen sized beds, and one single room...
...a 30 minute pleasant downhill walk or a short $12 taxi ride takes you to the city centre. Note that taxi fares to the airport and railway/bus station are approx. $35 and $20 respectively.
For us a 'homestay' is not the same as a Guesthouse or B&B. As our guest you are welcomed as part of our extended 'family' - like having friends to stay.
Koromiko Homestay 'combine harvester' view
Our local knowledge will enhance your holiday in New Zealand. We can help you find activities and attractions, recommend restaurants and much more.
Caution: We live on a steep hillside - the top level of the house is 100 steps uphill from the street below. If you have personal mobility problems you may wish to seek alternative accommodation.
What's on, what to do in Wellington
Links to other gay accommodation
Directories
GayStayNZ
http://www.gaystay.co.nz/
SameSexTravel.com
http://www.samesextravel.com/index.html
Women Travel New Zealand
http://www.womentravel.co.nz/
Gaytravel Net - New Zealand
http://www.gaytravel.net.nz/nz/
There are several NZ gay travel sites but this is the most comprehensive and covers other places in the South Pacific too. This site also has comprehensive and regularly updated lists of gay venues in Wellington and elsewhere in New Zealand.
Purpleroofs - worldwide directory of gay accommodation
http://www.purpleroofs.com
This is one of the best sites we have seen for both NZ and international gay owned/gay friendly accommodation.
Individual accommodation listings
Auckland - Karamu Homestay
http://www.karamuhomestay.co.nz/
Karamu Homestay is a beautiful villa located on a quiet tree lined street, in Central Auckland.
Cairns, Queensland - Boyz on the Beach
http://www.boyzonthebeach.com.au/
Andrew and Bob's 'Boyz on the Beach' is a gay B&B near Cairns in tropical North Queensland. Bob also runs day tours of local rainforest and wildlife - see 'Touring Cairns 4WD Escapes'.
Christchurch - greenSpace eco accommodation
http://www.greenspace.co.nz
Lesbian owned family homestay run by close friends of ours. For those concerned about the environment, greenSpace is an entirely ecologically designed house aimed at being energy efficient and environmentally friendly.
Christchurch - Q House
http://homepages.paradise.net.nz/qhouse/
A gay homestay we recommend in Christchurch.
Christchurch - Christchurch Gay Stay
http://www.gaytravelnet.com/Detailed/2217.html
Bruce's Christchurch Gay Stay aims give you a taste of Kiwi hospitality; relaxed, casual and comfortable. His townhouse is a 15 minute walk to the city attractions.
Golden Bay - Autumn Farm
http://www.autumnfarm.com/
Our home away from home each summer - wonderful hosts, great facilities and Takaka is full of surprises!
Napier - Gay homestay
http://www.clivesquare.com/welcome.htm
A gay homestay we recommend in Napier - run by good friends of ours, Ross and Roger.
Napier (Havelock North) - Ngatahi Lodge
http://www.ngatahi.com
Brand new Lodge with a king and queen size bed rooms (ensuites) as well as a room with 4 bunks (shared facilities) and a shared guest lounge/dining in a 3 acre private country garden on our 12 acre orchard. Tent sites available. Wheelchair accessible. Close to the main cities of Napier and Hastings.
Nelson - Te Puna Wai
http://www.tepunawai.co.nz
James & Richard run this amazing boutique apartment and B&B accommodation in Nelson. Te Puna Wai is included in the National Business Review's inaugural list of New Zealand's Top 100 Homes. Whilst their website may appear formal, we assure you that they are not!
Thailand - Babylon (Bangkok)
http://http://www.babylonbangkok.com/sauna.asp
Babylon is the most fabulous gay venue in the world....
Wellington - Wellington City Gaystay B&B
http://wellingtoncitygaystay.co.nz
Modern central townhouse on two levels in quiet inner city location - separate upstairs guest queen bedroom with en-suite bathroom.
Wellington - Pierre's Homestay
http://www.pierres.co.nz
Pierre's Homestay provides superior double bedrooms with queen size beds, each containing an ensuite and television with SKY TV. Evening meals are available. Pierre is a well known chef to the area.
Wellington - The Mermaid, a guesthouse for women
http://www.mermaid.co.nz/
This women only guesthouse is situated in Wellington's inner city Aro Valley. The guesthouse is a turn-of-the-century character building, which has been lovingly preserved and completely restored.