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Awaroa Lodge

4.0 star property
Beach hotel with full-service spa and coffee shop/cafe

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BBQ/picnic area
Lunch, dinner served; pizza, garden views
Bar (on property)
Family Room
Beach nearby, kayaking

Reviews

8.8 out of 10
Excellent

Popular amenities

  • Bar
  • Spa
  • Breakfast available
  • Housekeeping
  • Air conditioning
  • Laundry

Room options

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Standard Room

Standard Room

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(3 reviews)

Highlights

Patio
Soundproofed
Air conditioning
Fridge
Renovated in 2017
Separate bedroom
Private bathroom
Hairdryer
  • 20 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed OR 2 Single Beds

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Family Room | Living area

Family Room

Highlights

Patio
Soundproofed
Air conditioning
Fridge
Renovated in 2017
Separate bedroom
Private bathroom
Hairdryer
  • 65 sq m
  • Sleeps 6
  • 3 Queen Beds and 1 Single Bed

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Triple Room

Triple Room

Highlights

Patio
Soundproofed
Air conditioning
Fridge
Renovated in 2017
Separate bedroom
Private bathroom
Hairdryer
  • 28 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Queen Bed and 1 Single Bed

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Superior Suite

Superior Suite

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)

Highlights

Patio
Soundproofed
Air conditioning
Fridge
Renovated in 2017
Separate bedroom
Private bathroom
Hairdryer
  • 45 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed OR 2 Single Beds

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Superior Suite

  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed OR 2 Single Beds

Standard Room

  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed OR 2 Single Beds

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1 bedroom, soundproofing, iron/ironing board, free WiFi

Triple Room

  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Single Bed and 1 Queen Bed

Family Room

  • Sleeps 6
  • 3 Queen Beds and 1 Single Bed
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About the area

Map
11 Awaroa Bay, Abel Tasman National Park, Awaroa Bay, Taaman, 7143

What's nearby

  • Abel Tasman National Park - 7 min walk - 0.6 km

Getting around

  • Nelson (NSN) - 151 min drive

Restaurants

  • Tonga Quarry

About this property

Awaroa Lodge

Upscale eco-certified hotel remodelled in 2017 and located near Abel Tasman National Park
A terrace, a coffee shop/cafe and a garden are just a few of the amenities provided at Awaroa Lodge. Treat yourself to some rest and relaxation at Awaroa Day Spa, the on-site spa. The on-site pizza restaurant, Pizzeria, offers lunch, dinner, light fare and garden views. In addition to an arcade/games room and a library, guests can connect to free in-room WiFi, with a speed of 25+ Mbps.
You'll also enjoy the following perks during your stay:
  • Cooked-to-order breakfast (surcharge), luggage storage and tour/ticket information
  • Smoke-free property, wedding services and concierge services
  • A banquet hall
Room features
All guest rooms at Awaroa Lodge include thoughtful touches, such as air conditioning, in addition to amenities, such as free WiFi and sound-insulated walls.
More amenities include:
  • Bathrooms with showers and free toiletries
  • Wardrobes/cupboards, patios and fridges

Awards and affiliations

Eco-certified property
This property participates in Qualmark Sustainable Tourism Business Award – a programme that measures the property's impact on one or more of the following: environment, community, cultural heritage and the local economy.

Languages

English, French, German, Japanese

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • In-room WiFi speed: 25+ Mbps

Food and drink

  • Daily cooked-to-order breakfast available 7:30 AM to 10 AM for a fee: NZD 25 to 45 per person
  • A bar/lounge
  • A coffee shop/cafe
  • A restaurant

Restaurants on site

  • Pizzeria

Things to do

  • Arcade/game room
  • Full-service spa
  • Kayaking
  • Library

Family friendly

  • Arcade/game room
  • In-room refrigerator
  • Laundry facilities
  • Soundproofed rooms

Conveniences

  • Laundry facilities
  • Limited-hour front desk
  • Luggage storage

Guest services

  • Concierge services
  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Tour and ticket assistance
  • Wedding services

Outdoors

  • Garden
  • In a national park
  • Picnic area
  • Terrace

Full-service spa

  • Spa open daily

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • No lift (single-level property)
  • Well-lit path to entrance

More

  • Banquet hall
  • Built in 1990
  • Renovated entire property - August 2017
  • Smoke-free property

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Shower
  • Towels provided

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Electric kettle
  • Refrigerator

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Soundproofed rooms

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; check-in end time: 6:00 PM
Minimum check-in age - 18

Check-out

Check-out before 10 AM

Special check-in instructions

Guests must transfer via boat or helicopter to the property; guests must contact the property at least 72 hours before travel, using the contact information on the confirmation received after booking
The property charges 2.5 per cent for credit card payments
The front desk is open daily from 7:00 AM - 6:00 PM
Guests must contact the property in advance for check-in instructions; front desk staffed during limited hours
This property doesn't offer after-hours check-in
To make arrangements for check-in please contact the property at least 72 hours before arrival using the information on the booking confirmation
For any questions, please contact the property using the information on the booking confirmation
This property located in Abel Tasman National Park, and is not accessible by road. Guests must arrange transport either by helicopter or sea shuttle prior to their stay.

Renovations and closures

The property is closed between 1 May and 30 September.

Access methods

Front desk (limited hours)

Pets

Pets not allowed

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
Cots (infant beds) are available for NZD 10.0 per day

Payment types

Important information

Optional extras

  • Fee for cooked-to-order breakfast: approximately NZD 25.00 to 45.00 per person
  • Crib (infant bed) fee: NZD 10.0 per day
  • Credit card charges are subject to a surcharge of 2.5 per cent

The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may not include tax and are subject to change.

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
This property accepts credit cards and debit cards; cash is not accepted
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and a first aid kit
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios and terraces, which may not be suitable for children; if you have any concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm that they can accommodate you in a suitable room
Please note that cultural norms and guest policies may differ by country and by property; the policies listed are provided by the property

We should mention

This property does not have any lifts
Only registered guests are allowed in the guestrooms

National rating

Rating provided by Qualmark®, source of official star ratings for accommodation in New Zealand.

Property is also known as

Peppers Awaroa
Peppers Hotel Awaroa
Awaroa Hotel Abel Tasman National Park
Awaroa Hotel Nelson
Peppers Awaroa Lodge
Peppers Lodge
Peppers Awaroa Hotel
Awaroa Lodge Hotel
Awaroa Lodge Awaroa Bay
Awaroa Lodge Hotel Awaroa Bay

Frequently asked questions

Is Awaroa Lodge pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Awaroa Lodge?

Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; check-in end time: 6:00 PM. After-hours check-in is not available.

What time is check-out at Awaroa Lodge?

Checkout is at 10 AM.

Where is Awaroa Lodge located?

Situated in a national park, this spa hotel is 0.4 mi (0.6 km) from Abel Tasman National Park and within 3 miles (5 km) of Onetahuti Bay and Onetahuti Bay Campsite. Totaranui Beach and Tata Beach are also within 12 miles (20 km).

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Awaroa Lodge Reviews

Reviews

8.8

Excellent

Rating 10 - Excellent. 63 out of 107 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 30 out of 107 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 9 out of 107 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 2 out of 107 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 3 out of 107 reviews

8.8/10

Cleanliness

8.8/10

Staff & service

8.8/10

Amenities

8.6/10

Property conditions & facilities

9.2/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

8/10 Good

Ange

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Amazing food and staff. Rooms are a bit dated but perfect spot to finish off the Abel Tasman walk
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

David

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Wonderful.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Erin

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great service, decent food, rooms were lovely
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2022

10/10 Excellent

Dave

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great food and surroundings . Possibly a little bit expensive would be the only thing to take a look at .
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

shaun

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Excellent food happy freindly staff amazing experience in the abel tasman walk
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Judith

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Wonderful location in Abel Tasman Park

Fantastic location. The room with the patio was very nice -comfortable and clean in a natural setting. Travel to the Lodge by SeaShuttle or by hiking. Lovely walks and kayaking available.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jason

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Glamping on a high note along one of New Zealand’s Great Walks. Friendly and very helpful staff. The food was amazing!
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2023

10/10 Excellent

Jennifer

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Amazing night at the lodge. Staff were amazing. Food was great. Comfortable bed.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2023

10/10 Excellent

Myles

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
A fantastic lodge in a magical national park. It doesn’t just rely on the surroundings however. Great well kept (and very spacious) rooms. Good food and drink options all day with a great dinner menu and setting. Highly recommended for a memorable vacation.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2024

10/10 Excellent

Josephine

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, room comfort

A must stay.

This is a special place and experience. A must visit. The lodge to the national park to the exceptional customer service. A bucket list for everyone. Expensive but worth every penny.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2023

4/10 Poor

Leslie

Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
We were left at the end of a 12 mile dirt road in the dark, unable to contact the hotel as no signal, after driving back 12 miles we rang hotel to be told by voicemail that everyone had gone home so unable to help. We were left with no where to stay and extremely anxious and upset
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Rachel

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Such a beautiful place to stay and highly recommended. We parked at Kaiteriteri and took an Abel Tasman Sea Shuttle out to Awaroa Bay which in itself was amazing as it’s picturesque and you get a bit of commentary and sight seeing along the way. The porter is there with their quad bike to take your bags up to the lodge and they’re waiting for you in your room once you’ve checked in. The room is large with seperate sleeping and lounge area and a great bathroom. A deck looks out onto wetlands and bush and it’s so quiet and peaceful. Staff are friendly and the food at restaurant delicious.
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2022

6/10 Okay

Valda

Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Five star price for a 3 star experience. Rooms are dated and not clean. Cleaners left mud from their shoes on the floor. Dining staff especially Emma was attentive and the food was good.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2024

2/10 Terrible

Stephane

Disliked: Amenities
the hotel impose to take a boat to go there, 100$ per person. no road. It's mentioned in a very small part of the description only. be careful. and no refund when you make a mistake
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2023

10/10 Excellent

Andrea

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
What a slice of natural Heaven! Great getaway, with lots of walks, spa time and relaxation. If you haven’t, you should!
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Brent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Excellent tranquil location
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Amy

Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Roger

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Dennis Jackson

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
A lovely place to get away from it all amongst the beauty of the Abel Tasman National Park. Great water taxi service to & from the Lodge. Great bar & restaurant with cozy warm fires to add to the lodge atmosphere.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

HIROKO

Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2023

6/10 Okay

Michael

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Underwhelmed

Pre arrival staff were excellent in advising a walk back to entrance of Abel Tasman NP and arranging transport to and from Lodge. This high standard was not maintained after our arrival e.g. waiter forgot to order my wife’s main course. Also, on our return from a walk we found our choice of herbal tea was restricted to one type (which we didn’t like), one tea spoon, no complimentary biscuits in the room. Plus by 9pm having only arrived at lunchtime I’d exhausted the free wi- fi limit. At breakfast the next morning we even had to pay for a coffee. Given the cost of a room for a night all this smacked of stinginess. On checking out I was asked how my stay had been and I said OK. There was just acceptance of this comment by staff when I would have thought a polite enquiry was needed
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2023

10/10 Excellent

Michael

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Wonderful stay in an idyllic setting and beautiful hiking and views. The staff and food were next level! 10/10
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2023

10/10 Excellent

Karen

Stayed 1 night in Jan 2023

4/10 Poor

John

Liked: Amenities
Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stunning landscape! Even with windows closed, room had dozens of mosquitoes. Staff not receptive to concerns about dangerous boadwalk.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2022

10/10 Excellent

Thomas

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great place, really lovely people.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2021