I highly recommend a stay with Swami Madhuram. The location is fabulous - a short walk to many restaurants, groceries, parks, and the beach; scenic longer walks to the train station and Paraparaumu. Easy to get to Wellington by train ($10 day pass), though I ended up spending most of my stay nearby. The space is clean and intentionally minimal, yet with everything you need. Swami Madhuram is so kind and welcomes you to join his daily yoga classes, which I highly recommend. They will enhance your experience of the space and prepare your mind for a restful retreat. Make sure to take in the sunset over Kapiti Island!