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Moon Gate Villa

5.0 star property

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A covered outdoor area with a white wicker chair and table, a glass door leading to a bedroom, and a view of the outdoors.
A swimming pool surrounded by lush greenery, with a wooden deck and a chair under a canopy.
A stone building with a circular tower, a white house with a red roof, and a pond with reflections.
A hotel room with a bed, a sofa, a bedside table, a lamp, and a view of the outside.
A beach with a wooden fence, a tree with red flowers, and a clear blue sky.

Reviews

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • Pool
  • Breakfast included
  • Free airport shuttle
  • Pet-friendly
  • Parking included
  • Free Wi-Fi
The current price is NZ$448
includes taxes & fees
10 Aug - 11 Aug

Explore the area

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462 Kerikeri Road, Kerikeri, 0293
  • Place, Makana Confections
    ‪7 min walk‬
  • Place, The Kauri Workshop
    ‪7 min walk‬
  • Place, The Old Packhouse Market
    ‪8 min walk‬
  • Airport, Kerikeri (KKE-Bay of Islands)
    ‪4 min drive‬

Room options

View all photos for Premium Double Room, 1 King Bed, Pool Access, Garden Area

A well-appointed bedroom with a large bed, a sofa, a small round table, and a view of the outdoors through a glass door.

Premium Double Room, 1 King Bed, Pool Access, Garden Area

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(3 reviews)
  • 37 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi

View all photos for Deluxe Room, 1 Bedroom, Pool Access, Garden Area

A neatly made bed with white linens and a red throw, a bedside table with a lamp, and a view of greenery through a window.

Deluxe Room, 1 Bedroom, Pool Access, Garden Area

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(2 reviews)
  • Garden view
  • 38 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed OR 2 Single Beds
  • Free Wi-Fi

View all photos for Romantic Cottage, 1 King Bed, Garden View, Garden Area

A hotel room with a bed, a sofa, a bedside table, a lamp, and a view of the outside.

Romantic Cottage, 1 King Bed, Garden View, Garden Area

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(2 reviews)
  • Garden view
  • 47 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi

About the area

Kerikeri

At Moon Gate Villa you'll be within a short 5-minute stroll of The Old Packhouse Market and Makana Confections. Highlights at this lodge include free daily breakfast, an outdoor swimming pool and free self-parking. .Enjoy the seasonal outdoor swimming pool and pool loungers. Business amenities include meeting rooms and a business centre. Additionally, you'll find free Wi-Fi in public areas and laundry facilities. Free full breakfast is available daily between 7:00 AM and 9:30 AM. There's also the convenience of a free airport shuttle. .With a stay at this 5-property class Kerikeri lodge, you'll be 4.1 km (2.5 mi) from Stone Store and 4.3 km (2.7 mi) from Kororipo Pa.
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What's nearby

  • Makana Confections - 7 min walk - 0.6 km
  • The Kauri Workshop - 7 min walk - 0.6 km
  • The Old Packhouse Market - 8 min walk - 0.7 km
  • Skindynamique Waxing & Skin Centre - 2 min drive - 2.2 km
  • Marsden Estate - 2 min drive - 2.6 km

Getting around

  • Kerikeri (KKE-Bay of Islands) - 4 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪McDonald's - ‬2 min drive
  • ‪Phat House Brewing - ‬15 min walk
  • ‪Honey House Cafe - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Subway - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Mahoe Cheese Factory - ‬8 min drive

About this property

Moon Gate Villa

Public spaces have free WiFi and wired Internet. Business amenities include a business centre and meeting rooms. Free breakfast is available daily. A roundtrip airport shuttle is free (available on request). An outdoor pool, a library, and a terrace are also featured at the business-friendly Moon Gate Villa. Self parking is free.

Smoking is allowed in designated areas at this 5-star Kerikeri lodge.

  • 1 floor
  • 4 guestrooms or units
  • 2 buildings
  • Conference rooms
  • Built in 1991
  • Full breakfast (free)
  • Poolside lounge chairs
  • Charging station for electric cars
  • Business facilities
  • Dry cleaning
  • Self-service laundry
  • Front desk (limited hours)
  • Storage area for luggage
  • Front desk safe
  • Tour and ticket information
  • Concierge
  • Games room or arcade
  • Library
  • Terrace
  • Garden
  • BBQ grill(s)
  • Outdoor picnic space
  • Fireplace in lobby
  • Smoking in designated areas
Moon Gate Villa offers 4 accommodations, which are accessible via exterior corridors and feature complimentary bottles of water and coffee/tea makers. Rooms open to patios. This individually decorated and furnished accommodation has separate dining areas. Pillowtop beds feature Egyptian cotton sheets and premium bedding. This Kerikeri lodge provides complimentary wireless Internet access.

Bathrooms include bathrobes, slippers, complimentary toiletries and hairdryers. Business-friendly amenities include desks and telephones; local and long-distance calls are complimentary (restrictions may apply). Additionally, rooms include an iron/ironing board and blackout curtains. Housekeeping is provided on a daily basis.

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includes taxes & fees
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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi and wired internet

Parking and transport

  • Electric car charging station on site
  • Free return airport shuttle from 11:00 AM to 8:00 PM on request
  • Free self parking on site
  • Limited on-site self parking

Food and drink

  • Free full breakfast available daily 7:00 AM to 9:30 AM
  • Couples/private dining

Things to do

  • 18-hole adjacent golf course
  • Arcade/game room
  • Library
  • Outdoor pool

Conveniences

  • Guidebooks
  • Laundry facilities
  • Limited-hour front desk
  • Luggage storage
  • Safe at front desk

Guest services

  • Concierge services
  • Dry cleaning/laundry service
  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Proposal/romance packages
  • Tour and ticket assistance

Business services

  • Business centre
  • Meeting rooms

Outdoors

  • Barbecue grill
  • Garden
  • In a national park
  • Picnic area
  • Pool loungers
  • Terrace

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • No lift (single-level property)
  • Well-lit path to entrance

More

  • 1 floor
  • 2 buildings
  • Banquet hall
  • Built in 1991
  • Designated smoking areas
  • Fireplace in lobby

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Blackout drapes
  • Egyptian cotton sheets
  • Pillowtop mattress

Bathroom

  • Dressing gowns
  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Slippers
  • Towels provided

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Electric kettle
  • Free bottled water
  • Limited room service
  • Refrigerator
  • Restaurant dining guides
  • Separate dining area

More

  • Access via exterior corridors
  • Air conditioning (climate-controlled)
  • Desk
  • Electrical adapters
  • Free local calls
  • Free long-distance calls
  • Individual decor
  • Individual furnishings
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Laptop workspace
  • Phone
  • Separate sitting area
  • Window screens

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3 PM; check-in end time: 8:00 PM
Early check-in subject to availability
Early check-in fee: 50 per cent of room rate
Contactless check-in and check-out are available
Late check-in subject to availability
Minimum check-in age - 18

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM
Contactless check-out
Late check-out subject to availability
A late check-out fee will be charged

Special check-in instructions

This property offers transfers from the airport; guests must contact the property with arrival details before travel, using the contact information on the booking confirmation
The property charges 2 per cent for credit card payments
The front desk is open daily from 8 AM - 8 PM
Guests will receive an email within 72 hours before arrival with check-in instructions; front desk staffed during limited hours
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Access methods

Front desk (limited hours)

Pets

  • Pets: NZD 35 per accommodation, per stay
  • Only dogs are allowed
  • Maximum 1 (weight limit: 33 lb per pet)
  • Certain rooms only, restrictions apply
  • You can request a pet-friendly room by reaching out to the property at the number on the booking confirmation
    • Service animals are exempt from fees.

Children and extra beds

  • Children 13 and younger are not allowed at this property. All guests older than 13 are welcome.
  • Cots (infant beds) are not available.

Payment types

Important information

Fees

The listed credit card fee applies to American Express transactions only.

Optional extras

The fees and deposits listed below will be charged at the time of service, check-in, or check-out.

  • Pet fee: NZD 35 per accommodation, per stay
  • Service animals are exempt from fees
  • Early check-in fee: 50 per cent of room rate (subject to availability)
  • Late check-out is available for a fee (subject to availability)
  • Credit card charges are subject to a surcharge of 2 per cent

This may not be a comprehensive list. Fees and deposits are subject to change and might not include tax.

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card 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; cash is not accepted
Cashless transactions are available
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and a smoke detector
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios and terraces, which may not be suitable for children; if you have any concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm that they can accommodate you in a suitable room
Please note that cultural norms and guest policies may differ by country and by property; the policies listed are provided by the property
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A credit card for incidental charges and government-issued photo identification may be required upon check-in.
Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in. Special requests can't be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.
    This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business or profession. This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios and terraces, which may not be suitable for children. If you have any concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm that they can accommodate you in a suitable room. This property accepts Visa, Mastercard, American Express, JCB International and Union Pay. Cash is not accepted. For guests' safety, the property includes a fire extinguisher and a smoke detector in all accommodation. Cashless payment methods are available for all transactions.

We should mention

  • The seasonal pool will open in September and close in May.
  • Children 13 years old and younger aren't allowed at this property.
  • Registered guests are the only ones allowed to be in guestrooms.
  • Pets are welcome in certain rooms only; other restrictions apply (please see the Fees section for related charges). To make arrangements for your pet, contact the property directly at the number on your booking confirmation.
  • This property welcomes guests of all sexual orientations and gender identities (LGBTQ+ friendly).

Property class

Rating provided by Qualmark®, source of official star ratings for accommodation in New Zealand.

Property is also known as

Gate Villa
Moon Gate Villa
Moon Gate Villa House
Moon Gate Villa House Kerikeri
Moon Gate Villa Kerikeri
Villa Gate
Moon Gate Villa Lodge Kerikeri
Moon Gate Villa Lodge
Moon Gate Villa B&B Kerikeri
Moon Gate Villa B&B
Moon Gate Villa Lodge
Moon Gate Villa Kerikeri
Moon Gate Villa Lodge Kerikeri

Frequently asked questions

Is parking available at Moon Gate Villa?

Yep, Moon Gate Villa has a free self car park.

How much does it cost to stay at Moon Gate Villa?

As of 9 Aug 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Moon Gate Villa on 10 Aug 2026 start from NZ$448, including taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

Are there any beaches close to Moon Gate Villa?

The closest beach to Moon Gate Villa is Paihia Beach (15.3 km).

Does Moon Gate Villa have a pool?

Moon Gate Villa has a seasonal outdoor pool. Grab your bathers and lounge poolside while enjoying on a lounger. The pool is open from September to May.

What makes Moon Gate Villa a romantic place to stay?

Couples dining and romance packages, as well as pillowtop beds and private patios in the guestrooms, help set the scene for a romantic weekend at Moon Gate Villa.

Does Moon Gate Villa serve breakfast?

You bet, free full breakfast is served daily between 7:00 AM and 9:30 AM.

Is there a free airport shuttle available at Moon Gate Villa?

Yep, there's a free airport shuttle that runs from 11:00 AM - 8:00 PM on request.

What time are check-in & check-out at Moon Gate Villa?

Check-in begins at 3 PM. Check-out time is 11:00 AM.

Is there a golf course on site at Moon Gate Villa?

There is a golf course next to Moon Gate Villa.

Moon Gate Villa Reviews

Reviews

9.8

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 46 out of 49 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 2 out of 49 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 49 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 1 out of 49 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 49 reviews

10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Staff & service

10/10

Amenities

10/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

Verified review

10/10 Excellent

REX

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Excellent hosts Nothing a problem Fantastic grounds, property set well back of road No noise
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

martin

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Lovely place, quiet and peaceful.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2022
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Leonie

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

Marvellous at Moon Gate Villa

A piece of paradise. Peaceful and private. We spent three nights here, wonderful hosts, lovely comfortable rooms surrounded by amazing gardens and yummy breakfasts.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Joe

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Highly recommended
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2023
Verified review

4/10 Poor

sushila

Liked: Amenities
Our experience with ‘Moongate villa’ was disappointing because on our 2nd day, some building works began next door which woke us up at 8.00am in the morning and the cement pouring and flattening machines started working. It’s no exaggeration to say that the whole of our building vibrated to the machines being used. As for the noise all of this created, it was horrendous! The owners of ‘Moongate villa’ agreed to give us 1 x night free of charge. Please confirm that you can refund us this back into my card by which I paid. Kind regards Sue Haugh
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

chris

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Great hosts, beautiful property, amazing food! Can’t wait to go back!!
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

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

Small paradise

We went for 2 nights with our dog Millie , we love everything about the cottage, they kindly have a bed and bowls for her. It was fantastic stay, breakfast was fresh and delicious! And excellent service. Is a small paradise for relax and enjoy
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2022
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Michellle

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
It was a lovely big room, very quiet and private, breakfast was fit for a King! Hosts were friendly and charming
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2022
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Penelope

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

Moon gate villa

We had the pleasure of staying at the moon gate villa in Kerikeri. On arrival there was a blackboard with our names welcoming us upon check in we were asked if we would like a nice glass of wine to start our holiday The room was clean and tidy and serviced daily nighttime our bed was turned down with chocolates left on our pillows Breakfast was great with the choice of a full cooked or continental . Our hosts Lionel and Rob were excellent I would highly recommend Moongate for your next vacation in Kerikeri
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2021
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

KIRSTY

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Moon Gate Villa is an absolutely stunning beautiful property. The tropical gardens and settings are amazing, we hired the cottage a beautiful little property, the cottage is dog friendly the place is absolutely immaculate, the owners really go over and above covering all amenities even a gorgeous wee dog bed and bowls. An amazing breakfast basket is included with gorgeous home made goodies. This property is beautiful with Lovely Tropical gardens, the location is right in the hard of keri keri only a 1 minute walk to the local farmers markets and Makana Chocolate Factory, and also keri keri Centre and the winery’s. We would highly recommend this place.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2021
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Glenda

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Fantastic property with great hosts who went the extra mile to make our stay absolutely perfect.
Stayed 4 nights in Jan 2021
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Alexandra

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

Fab

Moon Gate Villa is a wonderful place to stay. When we need a break this is where we go. Lionel's breakfasts are the best!
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2020
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Alan

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

Hidden gem - “Over the Moon”.

What a surprise!! We had a lovely cottage bungalow which had everything you required and overlooked a beautiful garden. Our hosts Rob and Lionel were fantastic - we were greeted with such warmth from Rob, who suggested several sites for us to visit and looked after us so well.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2019
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

PAUL

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

Escale Bed and breakfast de luxe à Kerikeri

Superbe maison d'hôtes de 3 chambres seulement . Tout est parfait, vous avez vraiment l'impression d'un service personnalisé et VIP. Accueil chaleureux. Calme et classe. Parfait pour un voyage en amoureux.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2019
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Yvonne

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

Wonderful private stay

My husband and I had high hopes for our stay at Moongate Villas and they were fulfilled. Upon arrival it was lovely to see a Welcome sign for us and our wee puppy. Lionel greeted us, made us feel welcome and explained everything about Moongate. We had booked the separate summer cottage. Parking right outside. The cottage had a small bathroom - shower, toilet, vanity with luxurious towels, soaps, extras you could need. It had a kitchen/diner with microwave, sink, fridge/freezer, hotplate, coffee machine, crockery, cutlery etc. and open plan to a bedroom/lounge area. A nice couch, with flat screen tv, and a very comfortable bed and pillows. We had free wifi which worked well as well as Netflix, Lightbox, Plex = all great. This area opened onto a lovely deck with small table and chairs and two long comfy 'day beds'. From there we had a huge piece of private garden which our dog loved. We made use of the small solar heated pool during our stay and that was well kept. Continental breakfast is provided by way of a tray the night before consisting of cereals, fruit juice, toast, jams, fresh fruit and yoghurt. This was included in the price or you could pay an extra $15 each for a full cooked breakfast in the main house. Our hosts Lionel and Rob were excellent, friendly, helpful and made sure everything was perfect. We highly recommend this place (and we have stayed at a few hotels!!).
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2019
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

George

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

Genuine 5 star

I am usually sceptical when I hear that a B&B is 5 star, but was delighted to be proven wrong. Moon Gate Villa is better accommodation than a number of 5 star hotels that I have stayed in. On top of this, Lionel provides a superb spread for breakfast. The hosts also provide great insight into the best places to visit in the area and the best restaurants to dine at. Highly recommended for anyone visiting the area for a few days.
Stayed 4 nights in Jan 2019
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Pauline

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

Moon Gate Villa is number 1

My Sister and I stayed at the Moon Gate Villa and we had the Deluxe Suite which Had 2 rooms that was comfortable and of excellent quality. We were welcomed with much Aroha from Rob and the very famous Mojo who plays a special role in welcoming guests when they arrive. Our Host was Lionel and he has a wealth of knowledge and experience pertaining to caring for their guests. We definitely got the 5 Star treatment which was a 10/10. For me as a guest i really appreciated it how the team had made our stay very special. We definitely thought it was so beautiful to have my name on a blackboard to welcome us at the Moon Gate Villa. Breakfast was incredible a banquet fit for a Queen we were definitely spoilt I want to thank you All so much for the 5 star treatment that we received it was definitely memorable If you are looking for the best don't look any further the Moon Gate Villa is number 1. Pauline and Judy .
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2018
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Malcolm

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

Top Range Kerikeri Stay

Beautifully presented room - extremely clean. Great welcome with no problems Friendly & informative staff Lived up to 4.9/5 overall rating. Top value for money.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2018
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Just like home! Very comfy beds and towels. Large closet. Large main room with sitting area. Leads to a porch with a chairs/table and two high quality sunbathing chairs. Tv had access to many movies. Very quiet area. Lovely landscaping - picture worthy ! Breakfast was HUGE so bring your appetite! Custom made! Parking was easy. 2 min drive to their town center. The owners are so helpful and kept in contact about worrisome weather etc
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2018
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Bruce

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

The hidden gem of Kerikeri

An amazing place to stay. A short distance into Kerikeri and to the Stone Store. Rainbow falls is only 10 minutes away. The staff made us feel as if we were a part of the family. The room was spacious. The breakfast was delicious. Toons of movies to watch and Netflixs.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2018
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Simi

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

Paradies

Die Gastgeber sind super herzlich und kümmern sich einfach toll um die Gäste. Wir haben die besten Frühstückseier "egg benedict" gegessen und dabei tolle Tipps für unsere Ausflüge erhalten. Wir würden jederzeit wieder hingehen!
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2017
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Arlene

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

Nice Surprise

The Moongate is nestled in a beautiful setting with lovely garden and nice swimming pool. Lionel, the proprietor couldn't be nicer. Rooms are lovely and the cooked breakfast exceptional. A real treat.
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

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

Fabulous guys.

Loved it. Sorry we had to leave in a rush. We will be seeing you next year.
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Gloria

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

Moon Gate Villa happy trip

The owner very nice and helpful.Beautiful garden.The free breafast excellent .
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Ruth

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

Relaxing Moon Gate

We stayed in the cabin in garden which was spacious and self contained. We self catered breakfast the first day with provisions supplied which were plentiful and excellent. The second day we chose to eat in the main house. The breakfast here was generous to say the least, beautifully presented and thoroughly worth the extra cost. The gardens and setting at the moon gate are really beautiful and restful. Lionel's assistance and suggestions of where to dine for dinner were excellent. Overall a really excellent and relaxing holiday experience and would recommend the Moon Gate as a lovely indulgent destination. We would recommend this as a place for return visit for ourselves, friends and family.