About this property
Beachfront Location: Awatuna Sunset Lodge in Awatuna offers a private beach area and direct beachfront access. Guests enjoy sea views and a tranquil garden setting. Comfortable Accommodations: Rooms feature air-conditioning, private bathrooms, and modern amenities. Additional facilities include a terrace, hot tub, and free WiFi. Dining Experience: The restaurant serves dinner with local specialties and a variety of cuisines. Breakfast options include continental, full English/Irish, vegetarian, vegan, and gluten-free. Guest Services: The lodge provides a free airport shuttle service, concierge, and tour desk. Activities such as canoeing are available. Highly rated for its attentive host, excellent dinner, and beach access.
Couples in particular like the location – they rated it 9.8 for a two-person trip.
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Most popular amenities
- Free parking
- Free Wifi
- Non-smoking rooms
- Room service
- Beachfront
- Restaurant
- Airport shuttle (free)
- Bar
- Private beach area
- Breakfast
Guest reviews
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Guests who stayed here loved
- Alyssa
United States
“Amazing location with so many personal touches! Elizabeth greeted me by name when we drove up and then gave us a tour of the whole facility. They serve home-cooked dinner if you order in advance and it was delicious. Breakfast was also excellent....” - Jill
United States
“Beautiful lodge with friendly comfortable hosting, great views and food” - Jacob
United States
“We were well taken care of, with a stay and hospitality that exceeded expectations. The food was lovely, the location on the beach was a real treat and Elizabeth and Selwyn were wonderful hosts.” - Tanya
Australia
“Elizabeth & Selwyn were amazing hosts and so very hospitable. Everything about our stay was great. A 2 night stay would be perfect.” - Mary
United States
“This property is outstanding. Fabulous hosts and food. Awesome ocean view. Meticulously clean. Loved the outdoor space on semi-private deck. Quiet and simple elegance with wonderful amenities.” - Diane
United States
“The owners, the food, the accommodations were WONDERFUL!” - Hiromi
United States
“The hosts were extremely welcoming. We loved the free guided tour of the property out to the beach on their amphibious vehicle. We also had a nice conversation with the host over the free canape with drinks before dinner. We enjoyed venison, fish...” - Bruce
United States
“Upon arrival Elizabeth said she could include us for dinner that night - it was excellent! The facilities are impeccable and the good nature of the hosts seemed to rub off on all the guests. Selwyn treated us to a beach spin in Radar his...” - Shannon
United States
“Beautiful secluded beach view location with easy access to hokitika and greymouth. Great meals served on site. Elizabeth and Selwyn are gracious hosts.” - Wesley
United States
“Elizabeth and Selwyn were very welcoming and hospitable. The accommodations were modern and clean. The afternoon get together was a special touch. We ate dinner there which was delicious and prepared by Elizabeth with home grown produce.”
Area info
Restaurants
- Restaurant #1
- Open forDinner
House rules
Child policies
Children not allowed.
Crib and extra bed policies
Cribs and extra beds aren't available at this property.



The fine print
NOTE: This is a NON-VAPING and NON-SMOKING PROPERTY.
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.
Please inform Awatuna Sunset 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.
This property does not accommodate bachelor(ette) or similar parties.
Quiet hours are between 22:00:00 and 08:00:00.
In response to the coronavirus (COVID-19), additional safety and sanitation measures are in effect at this property.
In accordance with government guidelines to minimize transmission of the coronavirus (COVID-19), this property may request additional documentation from guests to validate identity, travel itinerary, and other relevant info on dates where such guidelines exist.