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The Marlborough

5.0 star property
Luxury lodge with a seasonal outdoor pool and a restaurant

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Exterior
Property entrance
Premium bedding, pillowtop beds, free minibar, in-room safe
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The Marlborough provides a peaceful getaway with a welcoming lobby featuring a library and fireplace. Guests can relax in the garden or by the pool while enjoying practical amenities like dry cleaning/laundry services and in-room WiFi.

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • Bar
  • Pool
  • Laundry
  • Housekeeping
  • Air conditioning
  • Parking included

Room options

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Tonight

Sep 10 - Sep 11
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Tomorrow

Sep 11 - Sep 12
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Premium Room, 1 King Bed, Non Smoking, Courtyard View | Premium bedding, pillowtop beds, free minibar, in-room safe

Premium Room, 1 King Bed, Non Smoking, Courtyard View

Highlights

Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Free minibar items
Flat-screen TV
Pillowtop bed
Premium bedding
Blackout drapes/curtains
  • 35 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Premium bedding, pillowtop beds, free minibar, in-room safe

Deluxe Room, 1 King Bed, Non Smoking, Garden View

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)

Highlights

Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Free minibar items
Flat-screen TV
Pillowtop bed
Premium bedding
Blackout drapes/curtains
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

View all photos for Classic Room, 1 Queen Bed, Non Smoking, Garden View

Premium bedding, pillowtop beds, free minibar, in-room safe

Classic Room, 1 Queen Bed, Non Smoking, Garden View

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)

Highlights

Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Free minibar items
Flat-screen TV
Pillowtop bed
Premium bedding
Blackout drapes/curtains
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

View all photos for Premium Room, 1 King Bed, Non Smoking, Garden View

Premium bedding, pillowtop beds, free minibar, in-room safe

Premium Room, 1 King Bed, Non Smoking, Garden View

Highlights

Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Free minibar items
Flat-screen TV
Pillowtop bed
Premium bedding
Blackout drapes/curtains
  • 40 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

About the neighborhood

Located in Rapaura, The Marlborough is in a rural area. Travelers looking for local activities can try St Clair Winery and Cloudy Bay Vineyards, while those looking to experience a bit of culture can stop by Omaka Aviation Heritage Centre. Hans Herzog Estate and Nautilus Estate are two other places to visit that come recommended. Discover the area's water adventures with jet skiing and kayaking nearby, or enjoy the great outdoors with horse riding and hiking/biking trails.
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Map
776 Rapaura Road, Marlborough, Rapaura, 7273

What's nearby

  • St Clair Winery - 1 min drive - 0.9 miles
  • Cloudy Bay Vineyards - 5 min drive - 4.1 miles
  • Marlborough Convention Centre - 10 min drive - 8.3 miles
  • Omaka Aviation Heritage Centre - 14 min drive - 7.6 miles
  • Picton Ferry Terminal - 26 min drive - 21.9 miles

Getting around

  • Blenheim (BHE-Woodbourne) - 6 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Tea Shack - ‬10 min drive
  • ‪KFC - ‬7 min drive
  • ‪Subway - ‬7 min drive
  • ‪Whitehaven Wines Cellar Door - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Fidelio Cafe & Wine Bar - ‬9 min drive

About this property

The Marlborough

Luxury eco-certified lodge near St Clair Winery
Located close to Cloudy Bay Vineyards, The Marlborough provides a terrace, a garden, and a library. Free in-room WiFi is available to all guests, along with dry cleaning/laundry services and a fireplace in the lobby.
Other perks at this lodge include:
  • A seasonal outdoor pool along with sun loungers and pool umbrellas
  • Free self parking
  • A roundtrip airport shuttle (surcharge), access to a nearby health club, and luggage storage
  • Concierge services, a porter/bellhop, and helicopter/airplane tours
Room features
All guestrooms are individually furnished, and feature comforts such as premium bedding and air conditioning, as well as perks like free stocked minibars and bathrobes.
Extra conveniences in all rooms include:
  • Bathrooms with heated floors and designer toiletries
  • 40-inch flat-screen TVs with digital channels
  • Wardrobes/closets, heating, and daily housekeeping

Awards and affiliations

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

Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Roundtrip airport shuttle (surcharge) from 5:00 AM to 11:00 PM on request
  • Free self parking on site

Food and drink

  • A bar/lounge
  • A restaurant
  • Couples/private dining
  • Private picnics

Things to do

  • Helicopter/airplane tours
  • Library
  • Outdoor pool
  • Vineyard
  • Winery release events

Conveniences

  • Laundry facilities
  • Luggage storage
  • Safe at front desk

Guest services

  • Concierge services
  • Dry cleaning/laundry service
  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Porter/bellhop
  • Proposal/romance packages
  • Tour and ticket assistance
  • Turndown service

Outdoors

  • Garden
  • In a nature reserve
  • Picnic area
  • Pool loungers
  • Pool umbrellas
  • Terrace
  • Vineyard

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Height-adjustable showerhead
  • Lever door handles
  • Upper floors accessible by stairs only
  • Visual fire alarm
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible lounge
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk
  • Wheelchair-accessible restaurant

More

  • 1 building
  • 2 floors
  • Built in 1901
  • Fireplace in lobby
  • Smoking not allowed

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Blackout drapes
  • Pillowtop mattress
  • Premium bedding

Bathroom

  • Bathrobes
  • Designer toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Heated bathroom floor
  • Private bathroom
  • Shampoo
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Toothbrush and toothpaste (on request)
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • 40-inch flat-screen TV with digital channels

Food and drink

  • Free bottled water
  • Free stocked minibar

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Free local calls
  • Free long-distance calls
  • Heating (climate-controlled)
  • Individual decor
  • Individual furnishings
  • Iron/ironing board on request
  • Phone
  • Safe

Policies

Check-in

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

Check-out

Check-out before 11 AM

Special check-in instructions

This property offers transfers from the airport (surcharges may apply); to arrange pick-up, guests must contact the property 48 hours prior to arrival, using the contact information on the booking confirmation
There is no front desk at this property
Guests will receive an email within 48 hours before arrival with check-in instructions; your host will greet you

Renovations and closures

The property is closed between December 23 and January 6.

Access methods

Host will greet you

Pets

Pets not allowed (service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees)

Children and extra beds

Children 9 and younger are not allowed at this property; All guests older than 9 are welcome
Rollaway/extra beds are not available
Cribs (infant beds) are not available

Property payment types

Important information

Optional extras

  • Airport shuttle fee: NZD 75 per vehicle (one-way, maximum occupancy 2)

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, debit cards, and cash
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children; if you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room

We should mention

This property does not have elevators
The seasonal pool will be open from October to March
Children 9 years old and younger are not permitted at this property

National rating

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

Property is also known as

Marlborough Lodge Blenheim
Marlborough Lodge
Marlborough Blenheim
The Marlborough Lodge Blenheim New Zealand
The Marlborough Lodge
The Marlborough Rapaura
The Marlborough Lodge Rapaura

Frequently asked questions

Does The Marlborough have a pool?

Yes, this property has an outdoor pool.

Is The Marlborough pet-friendly?

No, only service animals are welcome at the property.

How much is parking at The Marlborough?

Self parking is free at this property.

What time is check-in at The Marlborough?

Check-in start time: 2 PM; Check-in end time: anytime.

What time is check-out at The Marlborough?

Check-out is at 11 AM.

Does The Marlborough provide a shuttle to the airport?

Yes, there's an airport shuttle that runs 5:00 AM–11:00 PM on request. A fee of NZD 75 per vehicle applies.

Where is The Marlborough located?

Situated in a rural location, this luxury lodge is 1.3 mi (2.1 km) from St Clair Winery and within 6 mi (10 km) of Cloudy Bay Vineyards and Hans Herzog Estate. Nautilus Estate and Wairau River are also within 6 mi (10 km).

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