Castlepoint Hotel & Guesthouse

Had a great meal and the staff let us have a free shower to tidy up before our meal. The motor camp was wanting to charge us $20 for a shower. Thumbs up for the pub. Well done.

Lovely place to get food and drink.We popped in on a Saturday got a family meal with our two young children.Menu options for kids and adults were listed on a blackboard as you walked in, so ordering at the bar was quick and easy.The staff were all friendly, and helpful. They genuinely seemed happy to assist - with a number of people there being first timers in holiday, this really makes all the difference.A large group booking turned up while we were there, and the staff dealt with it without any noticeable delay in service.The food was lovely and the portions were a good size.The dining area was well set out, and they have high chairs for younger children, there is also a playground area for kids to run around in.I’d be happy to go back there for a meal the next time we’re in the area.

The food and hospitality here is good. We had a very large family group so I got to try a bit of everything. The prices were reasonable, the portions were all large and everything was tasty except the smoked chicken salad which tasted awful. Not sure if the salad or chicken was a bit off or perhaps it was just terrible dressing but even I couldn't stomach it (and I'm not a fussy eater at all). Fortunately the portions in general were large so there was plenty to share around to make up for an uneaten meal. But we otherwise enjoyed it so we'll be back - hopefully the salad is fixed by then.

ordered a takeaway at the bar, paid and then was told there was a 30-40 minute wait time. 35 minutes later i went to check if it was done… still another 30-40 minute wait! called on the phone, staff wasn’t overly nice, dishes all over the tables, not too sure i’ll be coming back

Really enjoyed the food here... had the lamb shank which was amazing! All the other food coming looked good as well. The place could do with a bit of clean but hey, its a country pub serving good food drink, what else could you want?

Delightful old country pub. Large room and ensuite spotlessly cleanVery comfy bed. Raewyn so welcoming and helpful. Bar warm and friendly atmosphere. Great meal. Thoroughly recommend the lamb shank, mash and vegetables...great to have help yourself cereal and toast breakfast included.

Classic Kiwi pub. No fuss, friendly service. Chips tasted like chips and beer tasted like beer and was nice and cold.Some local characters had some banter amongst themselves which you can choose to get in on or not.Nice large garden and picnic area.Great old school, nostalgic experience.