Set among 4 acres of gardens, Murchison Lodge offers free breakfast and free Wi-Fi internet access. Guests can enjoy the cozy log fire in the guest lounge, or admire the mountain views from the terrace. Breakfast consists of homemade bread, fruit from the orchard, homemade bacon and fresh eggs cooked on the BBQ. Home-cooked dinner is served upon request, along with a number of local wines and beers. Free tea and coffee are available all day. Murchison Lodge is 4 minutes’ drive from Murchison Golf Club. Nelson Lakes National Park is a 45-minute drive away. All rooms are heated, and come with a private bathroom. Some rooms include a private patio or views over Buller River. Murchison Lodge offers guests free use of bicycles and golf equipment. Activities such as kayaking, jet boating and rafting can be organized by the property. The property can also arrange trips to the Pancake Rocks and the Natural Flames Experience, a natural gas seep which creates flames out of the ground.

Couples in particular like the location – they rated it 9.6 for a two-person trip.

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Property highlights

Top Location: Highly rated by recent guests (9.6)

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

Free Private Parking Available On Site


Availability

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Room Type
Number of guests
 
1 king bed
or
2 twin beds
1 queen bed
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Guests must meet one or more requirements to stay in this property: Proof of full Covid-19 vaccination, a recent valid negative coronavirus PCR test, or recent proof of coronavirus recovery.

Property practices

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Guest reviews

Categories:

Staff
10.0
Facilities
9.7
Cleanliness
9.9
Comfort
9.9
Value for money
9.5
Location
9.6
Free WiFi
9.3
High score for Murchison
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  • Jacqueline
    United States of America United States of America
    Beautiful property close to town. The view from the room was gorgeous. The owners are thoughtful and generous in their hospitality. The bedding was extremely comfortable. The breakfast was exceptional, including homemade bread. It was hard to...
  • Diana
    United States of America United States of America
    Phil runs a beautiful, quaint, idyllic, and homey B&B! After a long backpacking along the Abel Tasman Coast, this was such a treat! We loved how Phil welcomed us from the moment we pulled in to the lodge. This lodge is a hidden gem - amazing night...
  • Sam
    United States of America United States of America
    Comfortable beds, nicely decorated, private entrance. Breakfast was made to order, delicious, and abundant.

Managed by Daphne & Philip

Company review score: 10Based on 330 reviews from 1 property
1 managed property

Company info

Daphne & Philip have been running the Lodge since November 2017. We much enjoy welcoming guests from all over the world and making their stay comfortable and interesting.

Property info

The Lodge offers quality B&B accommodation with character. Enjoy warm and relaxed hospitality; a comfortable bed and a hearty breakfast before exploring Murchison and the surrounding countryside. The warm and welcoming timber Lodge is set on four quiet acres of mature wooded gardens and paddocks. Surrounded by mountains and bordering the Buller River it feels miles from anywhere but a five minutes walk will have you in "down town" Murchison with it's pubs, cafés and eclectic shops. Stop for a couple of nights - there's plenty to do and you can return at the end of the day to friendly faces and a cold beer on the veranda or a wine in front of the log fire.

Neighborhood info

Murchison is a small township (pop. 502) that still retains its Kiwi charm. It’s history is based on gold and farming – interrupted by a massive earthquake in 1929. Visit the local museum for all the stories. Increasingly, visitors are finding Murchison has much more to offer than being just a convenient stopover. It is world renowned for the activities its rivers and the surrounding area provides. We can recommend all the following activities: - The natural flames experience - River rafting - The swing bridge with its lovely walks and Jet boating - The Nelson lakes - Kayaking - Fly fishing - Biking or hiking the Old Ghost Road - Walking one of the lovely walks in and around town - Golfing

Languages Spoken

German,English,Spanish,French,Italian

Area info

Amenities of Murchison Lodge
Great facilities! Review score, 9.7

Most popular amenities
  • Free parking
  • Free WiFi
  • Non-smoking rooms
  • Bar
Bathroom
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels
  • Bathtub or shower
  • Private Bathroom
  • Toilet
  • Hairdryer
  • Shower
Bedroom
  • Linens
View
  • Garden view
Outdoors
  • Picnic area
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Sun deck
  • Terrace
  • Garden
Kitchen
  • Shared kitchen
  • Cleaning products
Room Amenities
  • Drying rack for clothing
  • Clothes rack
Activities
  • Badminton equipment
  • Tennis equipment
  • Horseback riding
    Additional charge
  • Cycling
    Off-site
  • Hiking
  • Canoeing
    Additional charge
  • Game room
  • Fishing
    Additional charge
  • Golf course (within 2 miles)
    Additional charge
Living Area
  • Sitting area
Food & Drink
  • Wine/Champagne
    Additional charge
  • Special diet meals (on request)
  • Snack bar
  • Bar
Internet
WiFi is available in all areas and is free of charge.
Parking
Free private parking is available on site (reservation is not needed).
  • Electric vehicle charging station
  • Accessible parking
Services
  • Daily housekeeping
  • Private check-in/out
  • Wake-up service
  • Packed lunches
Front Desk Services
  • Invoice provided
Entertainment & Family Services
  • Board games/Puzzles
  • Books, DVDs or music for children
  • Board games/puzzles
Safety & security
  • Fire extinguishers
  • Smoke alarms
  • Security alarm
General
  • Electric blankets
  • Designated smoking area
  • Smoke-free property
  • Mosquito net
  • Heating
  • Carpeted
  • Non-smoking rooms
Languages Spoken
  • German
  • English
  • Spanish
  • French
  • Italian

House rules

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Check-in

From 3:00 PM to 7:00 PM

Check-out

From 6:00 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 over 12 are welcome.

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Crib and extra bed policies

Cribs and extra beds aren't available at this property.

Age restriction

No age restriction for check-in. (Only children 12 and up are allowed)

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Smoking

Smoking is not allowed.

Pets

Pets are not allowed.

The fine print
Must-know information for guests at this property

Guests planning to arrive outside regular front desk hours are requested to inform the hotel in advance. Contact details can be found in the booking confirmation.

Guests must meet one or more requirements to stay in this property: Proof of full Covid-19 vaccination, a recent valid negative coronavirus PCR test, or recent proof of coronavirus recovery.

FAQs about Murchison Lodge

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

  • Check-in at Murchison Lodge is from 3:00 PM, and check-out is until 10:00 AM.

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

    • Cycling
    • Hiking
    • Game room
    • Fishing
    • Canoeing
    • Golf course (within 2 miles)
    • Horseback riding
    • Badminton equipment
    • Tennis equipment

  • Murchison Lodge is 1,500 feet from the center of Murchison. All distances are measured in straight lines. Actual travel distances may vary.

  • Room options at Murchison Lodge include:

    • Double