Ratanui Lodge

–Excellent location – show map
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Scored 9.3
Rated wonderful

Staff

9.9

About this property

Elegant Accommodations: Ratanui Lodge in Pohara offers adults-only accommodations with a traditional restaurant, bar, and sun terrace. Guests enjoy free WiFi, a saltwater swimming pool, and a lush garden. Comfortable Amenities: The lodge features air-conditioning, private bathrooms, and garden views. Additional amenities include a hot tub, tennis court, and free bicycles. Dining Experience: The restaurant serves local cuisine with vegetarian, vegan, gluten-free, and dairy-free options. Dinner and cocktails are available in a relaxed ambiance. Convenient Location: Located 67 mi from Nelson Airport, the lodge is highly rated for its attentive staff, convenient location, and excellent restaurant.

Couples in particular like the location – they rated it 9.8 for a two-person trip.

Distance in property description is calculated using © OpenStreetMap

Most popular amenities

  • Outdoor swimming pool
  • Non-smoking rooms
  • Free parking
  • Facilities for disabled guests
  • Free Wifi
  • Room service
  • 2 restaurants
  • Tea/Coffee Maker in All Rooms
  • Bar

Property highlights

  • Top Location: Highly rated by recent guests (9.8)

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

Free Private Parking Available On Site

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Guest reviews

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Nina
New Zealand New Zealand
“Lovely location, excellent staff, beautiful gardens, nicely appointed, clean rooms. Lamb dinner was excellent.”
Lucy
United States United States
“Very nice full breakfast in the morning. Staff helped us dry clothes after being in the rain all day.”
Brenda
United States United States
“The property was beautifully landscaped and rooms quite spacious / comfortable. The restaurant menu was exceptional with a hearty breakfast and delicious fine dining at night. The outdoor patio was perfect for the pre-dinner cocktail. Staff and...”
Connie
United States United States
“The staff was exceptionally gracious and accommodating. They made the stay very pleasant.”
Sara
United States United States
“We loved our stay at Ratatnui Lodge - the staff was so accommodating to anything and everything we needed. The rooms were very comfortable; outdoor jacuzzi (needed to be cleaned but still nice) and pool area were a great bonus. Included breakfast...”
Michael
United States United States
“Great location for walking, hiking and exploring Golden Bay Area.”
Caroline
New Zealand New Zealand
“Beautiful location, amazing rooms. The managers are amazing”
Wilks
New Zealand New Zealand
“the breakfast was amazing, as was the dinner, overall experience was wonderful”
Lynette
New Zealand New Zealand
“Beautiful serene place to stay - my daughter & I loved it - very friendly helpful staff, beautiful rooms, loved the hot tub and enjoyed beautiful breakfast.”
Eduardo
Canada Canada
“Very friendly and helpful staff. Comfortable and well appointed room. The breakfast was great.”

Area info

Restaurants

2 Restaurants On Site
Breakfast Room
  • Cuisine
    Local
  • Open for
    Breakfast
  • Ambience
    Traditional
  • Dietary options
    Vegetarian • Gluten-free • Dairy-free
Dinner Restaurant
  • Cuisine
    Local
  • Open for
    Dinner • Cocktail hour
  • Ambience
    Traditional
  • Dietary options
    Vegetarian • Vegan • Gluten-free • Dairy-free

Amenities of Ratanui Lodge

Great facilities! Review score, 9.4

Most popular amenities

  • Outdoor swimming pool
  • Non-smoking rooms
  • Free parking
  • Facilities for disabled guests
  • Free Wifi
  • Room service
  • 2 restaurants
  • Tea/Coffee Maker in All Rooms
  • Bar

House rules

Ratanui Lodge takes special requests – add in the next step!
Check-in
From 3:00 PM to 8:00 PM
Guests are required to show a photo ID and credit card at check-in.
You need to let the property know what time you'll be arriving in advance.
Check-out
From 7:00 AM to 10:00 AM
Cancellation/ prepayment
Cancellation and prepayment policies vary according to accommodation type. Enter your stay dates and check the conditions of your selected option.
Children & Beds

Child policies

Children over 5 are welcome.

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Crib and extra bed policies

5+ years
Extra bed upon request
NZD 100 per person, per night

Prices for 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 allowed depends on the option you choose. Check your selected option for more info.

There are no cribs available at this property.

All extra beds are subject to availability.

Age restriction
The minimum age for check-in is 18
Pets
Pets are not allowed.
Groups
When booking more than 4 rooms, different policies and additional fees may apply.
Cards accepted at this property
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The fine print

Must-know information for guests at this property

Please note that children under 12 years of age cannot be accommodated at this property.

Free transfers are available to and from Takaka Airport. Please inform Ratanui Lodge in advance if you want to use this service, using the contact details found on the booking confirmation.

Please note we charge a 2.5% credit card surcharge on payments made by credit card.

When booking [4] rooms or more, different policies and additional supplements may apply.

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 Ratanui 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.

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