Providing mountain views, Rarakau Lodge in Tuatapere provides accommodations, a shared lounge, a private beach area and barbecue facilities. Complimentary WiFi is featured throughout the property. A continental breakfast is available daily at the lodge. Rarakau Lodge has a sun terrace. The nearest airport is Invercargill, 68 miles from the accommodation, and the property offers a free airport shuttle service.

Couples in particular like the location – they rated it 9.3 for a two-person trip.

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Property highlights

Top Location: Highly rated by recent guests (9.3)

Breakfast Info

Continental, Breakfast to go

Free Parking Available On Site


Availability

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Room Type
Number of guests
 
1 twin bed
2 bunk beds
4 bunk beds
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Property practices

This property told us they've implemented certain practices across some or all of these categories: waste, water, energy and greenhouse gases, destination and community, and nature.
Guest reviews

Categories:

Staff
9.6
Facilities
8.6
Cleanliness
9.1
Comfort
9.3
Value for money
9.4
Location
9.3
High score for Tuatapere
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See what guests loved the most:

  • Kim
    New Zealand New Zealand
    This lodge is next door to the Humpridge/South Coast carpark - a perfect start to a tramp. The hosts are friendly and welcoming, we really appreciated their manaakitanga. The lodge is simple, good beds, and great value.
  • Val
    New Zealand New Zealand
    Or host was excellent - right down to the barista grade coffee! Thank you
  • Val
    New Zealand New Zealand
    Right at the start of the Hump Ridge Track. Blake, our host was fantastic. He met us on arrival (at midnight!), had the heaters on in the room and fresh Barista coffee ready for the morning. Loved it.

Area info

Amenities of Rarakau Lodge
Great facilities! Review score, 8.6

Most popular amenities
  • Free parking
  • Airport shuttle
  • Non-smoking rooms
  • Facilities for disabled guests
  • Free WiFi
  • Family rooms
  • Private beach area
  • Breakfast
Bathroom
  • Toilet paper
  • Shared toilet
  • Shared bathroom
  • Hairdryer
View
  • Mountain view
Outdoors
  • Picnic area
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Sun deck
  • Private beach area
  • Barbecue
  • BBQ facilities
Kitchen
  • Shared kitchen
Pets
Pets are allowed. Charges may apply.
Activities
  • Tour or class about local culture
    Additional charge
  • Beach
  • Hiking
    Additional charge
  • Fishing
    Additional chargeOff-site
Food & Drink
  • Coffee house on site
Internet
WiFi is available in all areas and is free of charge.
Parking
Free public parking is available on site (reservation is not needed).
  • Accessible parking
Front Desk Services
  • Invoice provided
  • Express check-in/out
Entertainment & Family Services
  • Outdoor play equipment for kids
  • Indoor play area
  • Board games/Puzzles
Cleaning Services
  • Daily housekeeping
  • Laundry
    Additional charge
Business Facilities
  • Fax/Photocopying
  • Meeting/Banquet facilities
    Additional charge
Safety & security
  • Fire extinguishers
  • CCTV outside property
  • Smoke alarms
  • Key access
  • 24-hour security
General
  • Shuttle service
    Additional charge
  • Pet bowls
  • Shared lounge/TV area
  • Vending machine (snacks)
  • Vending machine (drinks)
  • Smoke-free property
  • Wake-up service
  • Heating
  • Carpeted
  • Family rooms
  • Facilities for disabled guests
  • Airport shuttle
    Additional charge
  • Non-smoking rooms
  • Wake-up service/Alarm clock
Accessibility
  • Wheelchair accessible
  • Entire unit located on ground floor
Spa
  • Spa facilities
  • Hot tub/Jacuzzi
    Additional charge
Languages Spoken
  • English

House rules

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Check-in

From 2:00 PM to 10:00 PM

Check-out

From 10:00 AM to 10:30 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 of all ages are welcome.

To see correct prices and occupancy info, add the number and ages of children in your group to your search.

Crib and extra bed policies

0 - 2 years
Crib upon request
NZD 0 per child, per night

The number of cribs allowed depends on the option you choose. Check your selected option for more info.

There are no extra beds available at this property.

All cribs are subject to availability.

No age restriction

There's no age requirement for check-in

Pets

Pets are allowed. Charges may apply.

Mastercard Visa Eftpos Cash Rarakau Lodge accepts these cards and reserves the right to temporarily hold an amount prior to arrival.

FAQs about Rarakau Lodge

  • Room options at Rarakau Lodge include:

    • Suite
    • Studio
    • Quad
    • Bed in Dorm
    • Dorm Room

  • Rarakau Lodge is 9.9 miles from the center of Tuatapere. All distances are measured in straight lines. Actual travel distances may vary.

  • The nearest beach is 350 feet from Rarakau Lodge. All distances are measured in straight lines. Actual travel distances may vary.

  • Yes, Rarakau Lodge is popular with guests booking family stays.

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

  • Check-in at Rarakau Lodge is from 2:00 PM, and check-out is until 10:30 AM.

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

    • Hot tub/Jacuzzi
    • Hiking
    • Fishing
    • Private beach area
    • Tour or class about local culture
    • Spa facilities
    • Beach

  • Yes, there's a hot tub. You can find out more about this and the other facilities at Rarakau Lodge on this page.