Top 5 Lodge in New Zealand

665 SH 1 (7kms South of Township), Peketa Beach, Kaikōura 7374, New Zealand

“Lovely place to stay! Awesome views, right on the beach and surrounded by mountains. Staff aren’t the friendliest and we were told not to use the laundry as they were trying to save water and to “go into town to the laundromat instead” and there was an out of order sign on the laundromat by tent sites (we were camping)… down by the cabins, they were all using the laundry and it was available to them. If you’re going to have laundry as a facility, let us use them 😂”

16 Kent Street, Kingston 9748, New Zealand

“Best value for money on our entire Southland trip! Great facilities and very clean! Great chat at the reception. Easy stroll to the lake. Great to see dogs on site, would be even better with dog friendly small cabins with a cleaning bond or something like that. Great experience overall. A+”

139 Tepene Tablelands Road, Matauri Bay 0478, New Zealand

“As a professional travel writer for 30 years this was one of my finest stays anywhere-- the lodge is exemplary in everything it takes on and the golf course was a delight, the people warm and sincere, the location beautiful beyond description. Don't miss pink beach.”

Queen Charlotte Track, Endeavour Inlet 7282, New Zealand

“Nice place to relax after a day’s hiking. Rooms were comfortable (although not really insulated), with beautiful views. Spa, swimming pool and the paddle board hire were excellent surprises, and the food at the restaurant was very good and reasonably priced”

Queen Charlotte Track, Furneaux 7282, New Zealand

“Booked a Queen Charlotte track trek through Natural Encounter Walks and the first night they booked us here. Not only was the property delightful- beautiful and comfortable rooms overlooking the endeavor inlet, lots of fun water activities like kayaks and paddle boards, and a prime location- but the restaurant had phenomenal food to boot. In the two and a half months we have been in New Zealand, we have had only one other meal on par with our meal here. Highly recommend the oysters, the mussels and garlic bread, and the pork belly- and don’t forget dessert!”

29 Marine Parade, Paraparaumu Beach, Paraparaumu 5032, New Zealand

“Very highly recommended. All the staff are super friendly and helpful. Our guide was awesome, such a character and very knowledgeable about the island's history and the plants and birds which call it home. The food was superb. And the views are spectacular. I will definitely be back to do one of their other tours.”

474 Gladstone Road, Te Hapara, Gisborne 4010, New Zealand

“Would not recommend this motel. We were robbed, and the owners were very reluctant to help. Cameras were not operating correctly, so no footage could be provided. The owners were rude and gaslit us into thinking we were not robbed. However, local police were very helpful and are still investigating the matter.”

271 Huka Falls Road, Wairakei, Taupō 3384, New Zealand

“A great place to make lasting memories. The views and staff make this a standout place to go for special occasions. Hopefully I'll be back again one day! Thank you to all of the staff, and the bartender for the best Cosmopolitan(s) I've had for a while!”

44 Donald Bruce Road, Surfdale, Waiheke Island 1081, New Zealand

“Organic vineyard. Visit was part of a culinary tour. Good pairings. Nice wines.”

20 Peake Road, Pukeroro, Cambridge 3283, New Zealand

“Perfect place for our family reunion that we organized only a couple of weeks prior, due to a change in circumstances. We very comfortably slept 19 of us in the dorm and a couple of other rooms. Lovely having our rooms serviced daily, friendly staff, and close to Cambridge and Hamilton. Clean and spacious. Thank you.”

69 Frankton Road, Queenstown 9300, New Zealand

“Nice motel. Great views of the Lake and Remarkables from our room on the ground floor. Late check in was well-organised even without a reception in attendance. The room was well equipped with a mini kitchen (including a stove) and our …”

State Highway 12 Omapere, Hokianga 0444, New Zealand

“I have booked a room, unfortunately plans have changed. I have sent several emails, left several phone messages and FB messenger. To date no reply, no contact at all over the last month. I have no idea if my room has been cancelled! Absolutely the worst place i have ever dealt with. They better not charge me the room, it had a free cancellation policy when booking.”

23 Beach Road, Tāhunanui, Nelson 7010, New Zealand

“Clean rooms & linen, crockery, washing up liquid & tea towel! Great welcome folder & welcome in.person & email communication. Yes it's dated but that is what you fond here in NZ. Warm welcome with milk for a cuppa! Really welcoming warm place would recommend it.”

8 Falls Street, Warkworth 0910, New Zealand

“We loved the old-world charm of Warkworth Lodge. It is located central to Warkworth's delights, including next to Bridge House Restaurant and the river walk. Nice cafes and the Warkworth Hotel are a 5 minute walk. Michelle was an amazing …”