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Awaroa Lodge

11 Awaroa Bay, 7120 Awa-iti, New Zealand – Excellent location – show map

Excellent location – rated 9.7/10! (score from 126 reviews)

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8.5
Very Good
126 reviews

We loved our 2 night stay at Awaroa Lodge. It's a special place in a gorgeous location. For a hotel remotely located in the middle of a national park, the team there is doing an outstanding job. Our room was spacious, with a very nice seating area. Much more contemporary and updated than I was expecting. The food was consistently excellent at all meals (way, way better than you might expect in this kind of location). The guests were a fun bunch - we met and had interesting conversations with many. But best of all was the incredible hiking you can do from there up and down the coast. (we used a water taxi and the Seashuttle for dropoffs).

Laura United States of America

The ambience, food selections, staff, and serene nature locations made this an amazing stay during our time in Abel Tasman National Park.

Jordan United States of America

Nothing was a hassle, amazing room & staff were super helpful.

Sacha New Zealand

Everything, starting from the superb remote location, great access to nearby hiking tracks, great breakfast/dinner, great selection of drinks

Fuminori Japan

it’s remote location, casual friendly atmosphere but exceptional food.

Irene United Kingdom

location, remoteness and the way it was incorporated into the trail. the food was excellent.

Robert United Kingdom

Lodge and staff. Very friendly staff and great lodge.

Helen New Zealand

Gorgeous location. Nice food. A bit of a splurge but worth it. Check out the glow worms at night!

Michael United States of America

lovely private accommodation . Clean , spacious .Friendly bar and restaurant staff

Susan United Kingdom

Not what you would expect from somewhere so isolated: perfectly clean, impeccably comfortable, high level of luxury and perfect location.

Charles Switzerland
8.5
Very Good
126 reviews
  • What guests loved the most:
  • “We loved our 2 night stay at Awaroa Lodge. It's a special place in a gorgeous location. For a hotel remotely located in the middle of a national park, the team there is doing an outstanding job.”
    Laura Laura United States of America United States of America
  • “The ambience, food selections, staff, and serene nature locations made this an amazing stay during our time in Abel Tasman National Park.”
    Jordan Jordan United States of America United States of America
  • “Nothing was a hassle, amazing room & staff were super helpful.”
    Sacha Sacha New Zealand New Zealand
  • “Everything, starting from the superb remote location, great access to nearby hiking tracks, great breakfast/dinner, great selection of drinks”
    Fuminori Fuminori Japan Japan
  • “it’s remote location, casual friendly atmosphere but exceptional food.”
    Irene Irene United Kingdom United Kingdom
  • “location, remoteness and the way it was incorporated into the trail. the food was excellent.”
    Robert Robert United Kingdom United Kingdom
  • “Lodge and staff. Very friendly staff and great lodge.”
    Helen Helen New Zealand New Zealand
  • “Gorgeous location. Nice food. A bit of a splurge but worth it. Check out the glow worms at night!”
    Michael Michael United States of America United States of America
  • “lovely private accommodation . Clean , spacious .Friendly bar and restaurant staff”
    Susan Susan United Kingdom United Kingdom
  • “Not what you would expect from somewhere so isolated: perfectly clean, impeccably comfortable, high level of luxury and perfect location.”
    Charles Charles Switzerland Switzerland

Categories:

  • Staff 8.9
  • Facilities 8.5
  • Cleanliness 8.8
  • Comfort 8.8
  • Value for money 7.3
  • Location 9.7
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8.5
Very Good
126 reviews
Categories:
Staff
8.9
Facilities
8.5
Cleanliness
8.8
Comfort
8.8
Value for money
7.3
Location
9.7
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Set within Abel Tasman National Park and accessible only by water taxi or helicopter, Awaroa Lodge offers modern accommodation surrounded by native gardens and beach. There is a restaurant, café and a bar on site. Guests can explore the coastal walking tracks or go kayaking and fishing nearby.

Awaroa Lodge is located at the northern end of Abel Tasman National Park, just moments from well-known Abel Tasman Coastal Track. It is a 1.5 hour journey by boat from Marahau and Kaiteriteri.

All accommodation has a small fridge and tea and coffee making facilities. Each has a seating area. Some offer a patio or deck with outdoor seating. Wi-Fi access is available throughout the property.

There are several walking tracks and activities that the tour desk can arrange. A walk to the Awaroa Wetlands is a popular choice.

Awaroa Restaurant and Café is open for breakfast, lunch and dinner 7 days per week. Cuisine includes produce from its own organic garden, local seafood and New Zealand beef and lamb dishes.

Couples in particular like the location – they rated it 9.7 for a two-person trip.

Awaroa Lodge has been welcoming Booking.com guests since Apr 2, 2012

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Most popular amenities
Beachfront
Non-smoking rooms
WiFi in all areas
Restaurant
Room service
Family rooms
Tea/Coffee Maker in All Rooms
Bar

Property Highlights

Top Location: Highly rated by recent guests (9.7)

Want a great night's sleep? This property was highly rated for its very comfy beds.

Breakfast Info

Continental, Gluten-free

Activities:

Fishing

Game room

Canoeing

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Availability

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Room Type
Sleeps
 
1 queen bed
1 twin bed
and
3 queen beds
1 king bed
1 twin bed
and
1 queen bed
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This property is part of the Travel Sustainable program, which means it’s taken significant steps to make your stay more sustainable.
Guest reviews
Categories:
Staff
8.9
Facilities
8.5
Cleanliness
8.8
Comfort
8.8
Value for money
7.3
Location
9.7
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See what guests loved the most:

  • Laura
    United States of AmericaUnited States of America
    “We loved our 2 night stay at Awaroa Lodge. It's a special place in a gorgeous location. For a hotel remotely located in the middle of a national park, the team there is doing an outstanding job. Our room was spacious, with a very nice seating...”
  • Jordan
    United States of AmericaUnited States of America
    “The ambience, food selections, staff, and serene nature locations made this an amazing stay during our time in Abel Tasman National Park.”
  • S
    Sacha
    New ZealandNew Zealand
    “Nothing was a hassle, amazing room & staff were super helpful.”
  • Fuminori
    JapanJapan
    “Everything, starting from the superb remote location, great access to nearby hiking tracks, great breakfast/dinner, great selection of drinks”
  • Irene
    United KingdomUnited Kingdom
    “it’s remote location, casual friendly atmosphere but exceptional food.”
  • Robert
    United KingdomUnited Kingdom
    “location, remoteness and the way it was incorporated into the trail. the food was excellent.”
  • Helen
    New ZealandNew Zealand
    “Lodge and staff. Very friendly staff and great lodge.”
  • Michael
    United States of AmericaUnited States of America
    “Gorgeous location. Nice food. A bit of a splurge but worth it. Check out the glow worms at night!”
  • Susan
    United KingdomUnited Kingdom
    “lovely private accommodation . Clean , spacious .Friendly bar and restaurant staff”
  • Charles
    SwitzerlandSwitzerland
    “Not what you would expect from somewhere so isolated: perfectly clean, impeccably comfortable, high level of luxury and perfect location.”
Property questions and answers
Browse questions from guests for anything extra you want to know about the property
The property usually replies within a few days
  • Hi Is your lodge accessible off the Abel Tasman walk. DOC hut is fully booked so am looking for alternative accomodation
    hi there, yes it is off the track and easy to find, let me know if you want to make a reservation. Fran
    Answered on 7 October 2020
  • Do these rooms have two bathrooms
    Thank you for your enquiry, we have single bathrooms in all our rooms Regards Tania
    Answered on 23 February 2022
  • Are Pets allowed?
    Hello, thank you for your enquiry. Sorry we do not have provision for Pets at the Lodge Regards Tania
    Answered on 9 January 2022
  • When is the best time to visit your property for the perfect beach holiday?
    The best months to visit Awaroa Lodge is from mid-December through to mid-April as the weather tends to be the best. The lodge is extremely busy from..
    Answered on 25 March 2020
  • Kia ora koutou Do you cater for plant-based eaters (vegan) at Awaroa Lodge?
    Yes we do our menu is adaptable for Vegan clients
    Answered on 18 November 2021
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Area info *
Restaurants
2 Restaurants On Site
  • Restaurant #1
    • Cuisine
      European
    • Open for
      Breakfast • Lunch • Dinner
    • Ambience
      Family-friendly • Modern
    • Dietary options
      Vegetarian • Gluten-free • Dairy-free
  • Pizzeria
    • Cuisine
      European
    • Dietary options
      Vegetarian
Resort Facilities at Awaroa Lodge
Great facilities! Review score, 8.5
Most popular amenities
Beachfront
Non-smoking rooms
WiFi in all areas
Restaurant
Room service
Family rooms
Tea/Coffee Maker in All Rooms
Bar
Bathroom
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels
  • Bathtub or shower
  • Private Bathroom
  • Toilet
  • Free toiletries
  • Hairdryer
  • Shower
Bedroom
  • Linens
  • Wardrobe or closet
  • Alarm clock
View
  • Garden view
  • View
Outdoors
  • Outdoor fireplace
  • Picnic area
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Beachfront
  • Terrace
  • Sun deck
  • Garden
Kitchen
  • Electric kettle
  • Refrigerator
Activities
  • Walking tours
    Additional charge
  • Beach
  • Hiking
    Additional charge
  • Canoeing
    Additional charge
  • Game room
  • Fishing
    Additional charge
Food & Drink
  • Coffee house on site
  • Wine/Champagne
    Additional charge
  • Kids' meals
  • Special diet meals (on request)
  • Bar
  • Restaurant
  • Tea/Coffee maker
Internet
WiFi is available in all areas and costs NZD 5 per hour.
Parking
No parking available.
Transportation
  • Public transit tickets
    Additional charge
Services
  • Daily housekeeping
  • Concierge
  • Baggage storage
  • Tour desk
  • Packed lunches
  • Laundry
    Additional charge
  • Meeting/Banquet facilities
  • Room service
Entertainment & Family Services
  • Board games/Puzzles
Safety & security
  • Fire extinguishers
  • Smoke alarms
  • Key access
General
  • Designated smoking area
  • Air conditioning
  • Smoke-free property
  • Hypoallergenic room available
  • Heating
  • Private entrance
  • Soundproof rooms
  • Family rooms
  • Ironing facilities
  • Non-smoking rooms
  • Iron
Languages Spoken
  • English

House rules

Awaroa Lodge takes special requests – add in the next step!

Check-in

From 12:00 PM to 4:30 PM

Guests are required to show a photo ID and credit card at check-in

Check-out

From 8:00 AM to 10:00 AM

 

Cancellation/
prepayment

Cancellation and prepayment policies vary according to accommodations type. Please enter the dates of your stay and check what conditions apply to your preferred room.

Children & Beds

Child policies

Children of all ages are welcome.

Children 18 and above are considered adults at this property.

To see correct prices and occupancy info, add the number and ages of children in your group to your search.

Crib and extra bed policies

0 - 2 years
Crib upon request
Free
12+ years
Extra bed upon request
NZD 50 per person, per night

Prices for cribs and extra beds aren't included in the total price. They'll have to be paid for separately during your stay.

The number of extra beds and cribs allowed depends on the option you choose. Check your selected option for more info.

All cribs and extra beds are subject to availability.

No age restriction

There's no age requirement for check-in

Pets

Pets are not allowed.

Groups

When booking more than 4 rooms, different policies and additional supplements may apply.

Mastercard Visa Eftpos Cash Awaroa Lodge accepts these cards and reserves the right to temporarily hold an amount prior to arrival.

The fine print

Please note that as the property is located within Abel Tasman National Park, it can only be reached by water taxi or helicopter.
As there is no direct road access, you must arrange transport prior to your stay.
For more information, you can contact the property using the contact details on the booking confirmation.

Please note that there is a nonrefundable 2,5% charge when you pay with a Visa, Mastercard, American Express, Diners Club or JCB credit card.

Please note that this property requires a 200 credit card pre-authorization upon check in to cover any incidental charges.

Guests under the age of 18 can only check in with a parent or official guardian. The legal guardian must provide a current photo ID or proof of guardianship if requested upon check-in.

Due to the coronavirus (COVID-19), wearing a face mask is mandatory in all indoor common areas.

Please inform Awaroa Lodge of your expected arrival time in advance. You can use the Special Requests box when booking, or contact the property directly using the contact details in your confirmation.

Guests are required to show a photo ID and credit card upon check-in. Please note that all Special Requests are subject to availability and additional charges may apply.

FAQs about Awaroa Lodge

  • Yes, Awaroa Lodge is popular with guests booking family stays.

  • Check-in at Awaroa Lodge is from 12:00 PM, and check-out is until 10:00 AM.

  • The prices at Awaroa Lodge may vary depending on your stay (e.g. dates, hotel's policy etc.). To see prices, enter your dates.

  • Awaroa Lodge is 2.3 miles from the center of Awa-iti.

  • Guests staying at Awaroa Lodge can enjoy a highly-rated breakfast during their stay (guest review score: 9.2).

    Breakfast option(s) include:

    • Continental
    • Gluten-free

  • The nearest beach is 650 feet from Awaroa Lodge.

  • Room options at Awaroa Lodge include:

    • Twin/Double
    • Family
    • Suite
    • Triple

  • Awaroa Lodge offers the following activities/services (charges may apply):

    • Hiking
    • Game room
    • Fishing
    • Canoeing
    • Beachfront
    • Beach
    • Walking tours

  • Awaroa Lodge has 2 restaurants:

    • Pizzeria
    • Restaurant