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Abel Tasman Lodge

4.5 star property
Eco-certified motel with a full-service spa and a hot tub

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One Bedroom Chalet | Private kitchen | Fridge, microwave, coffee/tea maker, toaster
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Kowhai Suite | Private kitchenette | Fridge, microwave, coffee/tea maker, toaster
Kowhai Suite | Egyptian cotton sheets, premium bedding, desk, free WiFi
Perched by the sea, Abel Tasman Lodge offers an eco-friendly haven with a serene garden and tranquil spa. Unwind on the sun-kissed terrace or get active in the arcade/game room; guests praise the helpful staff for making their stay even more special.

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • Hot Tub
  • Spa
  • Room service
  • Laundry
  • Housekeeping

Room options

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One Bedroom Chalet | Egyptian cotton sheets, premium bedding, desk, free WiFi

One Bedroom Chalet

Highlights

Furnished patio
Separate dining area
Separate sitting area
Air conditioning
Kitchenette
Refrigerator
Flat-screen TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
  • 34 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Park view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Two Bedroom Chalet | Egyptian cotton sheets, premium bedding, desk, free WiFi

Two Bedroom Chalet

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(2 reviews)

Highlights

Furnished patio
Separate dining area
Separate sitting area
Air conditioning
Free cribs/infant beds
Kitchenette
Refrigerator
Flat-screen TV
  • 42 sq m
  • 2 bedrooms
  • Park view
  • Sleeps 5
  • 1 King Bed and 2 Twin Beds

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Studio Chalet | Egyptian cotton sheets, premium bedding, desk, free WiFi

Studio Chalet

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
(4 reviews)

Highlights

Furnished patio
Air conditioning
Free cribs/infant beds
Refrigerator
Flat-screen TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Renovated in 2022
Egyptian cotton linens
  • 26 sq m
  • Park view
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Queen Bed and 1 Twin Bed

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Kowhai Suite | Egyptian cotton sheets, premium bedding, desk, free WiFi

Kowhai Suite

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)

Highlights

Furnished patio
Air conditioning
Refrigerator
Flat-screen TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Renovated in 2022
Premium bedding
Egyptian cotton linens
  • 45 sq m
  • Park view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

About the neighborhood

Map
295 Sandy Bay-Marahau Road, Marahau, 7197

What's nearby

  • Marahau Beach - 6 min walk - 0.4 miles
  • Abel Tasman Coast Track - 13 min walk - 0.7 miles
  • Kaiteriteri Beach - 13 min drive - 4.7 miles
  • Little Kaiteriteri Beach - 14 min drive - 5.0 miles
  • Abel Tasman Paddleboarding - 15 min drive - 5.2 miles

Getting around

  • Nelson (NSN) - 67 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Park Cafe - ‬7 min walk
  • ‪The Beached Whale - ‬17 min drive
  • ‪The Fat Tui - ‬5 min walk
  • ‪Mrs Smiths Cafe & Vegetables - ‬13 min drive
  • ‪Gone Burgers - ‬17 min drive

About this property

Abel Tasman Lodge

Eco-certified motel remodeled in 2022 and located near Abel Tasman National Park
You can look forward to a terrace, shopping on site, and a garden at Abel Tasman Lodge. Treat yourself to a massage at the onsite spa. In addition to an arcade/game room and a library, guests can connect to free in-room WiFi.
You'll also find perks like:
  • Free self parking
  • Continental breakfast (surcharge), barbecue grills, and a banquet hall
  • A front-desk safe, massage treatment rooms, and smoke-free premises
  • Guest reviews give top marks for the helpful staff
Room features
All guestrooms at Abel Tasman Lodge offer thoughtful touches such as premium bedding and furnished patios, as well as amenities like free WiFi and air conditioning.
More conveniences in all rooms include:
  • Hypo-allergenic bedding and Egyptian cotton sheets
  • Bathrooms with free toiletries
  • Wardrobes/closets, eco-friendly cleaning products, and refrigerators

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

  • Free self parking on site

Food and drink

  • Daily continental breakfast available 7:30 AM to 8:30 AM for a fee: NZD 20 to 22 for adults and NZD 10 to 10 for children

Things to do

  • Arcade/game room
  • Full-service spa
  • Hot tub
  • Library
  • Shopping

Family friendly

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

Conveniences

  • Laundry facilities
  • Limited-hour front desk
  • Luggage storage
  • Safe at front desk
  • Shared microwave
  • Shared refrigerator

Guest services

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

Business services

  • Meeting room

Outdoors

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

Full-service spa

  • Deep-tissue massages
  • Treatment room

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Grab bar near toilet
  • No elevator
  • Raised toilet seat
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk

More

  • 1 floor
  • Banquet hall
  • Built in 1995
  • Renovated entire property - September 2022
  • Smoking not allowed

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Egyptian cotton sheets
  • Hypo-allergenic bedding

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries
  • Private bathroom
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • Flat-screen TV

Food and drink

  • Cleaning supplies
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Freezer
  • Refrigerator
  • Room service
  • Toaster

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Cleaning products are eco-friendly
  • Desk
  • Electrical adapters
  • Heating (climate-controlled)
  • Window screens

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 2 PM; Check-in end time: 7 PM
Late check-in subject to availability
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 10 AM

Special check-in instructions

The front desk is open daily from 7:30 AM - 7 PM
Guests must contact the property in advance for check-in instructions; front desk staffed during limited hours
To make arrangements for check-in please contact the property ahead of time using the information on the booking confirmation
If you are planning to arrive after 7 PM please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation

Access methods

Front desk (limited hours)

Pets

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

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
Rollaway/extra beds are not available

Property payment types

Important information

Optional extras

  • Fee for continental breakfast: approximately NZD 20 to 22 for adults, and NZD 10 to 10 for children

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 reserves the right to pre-authorize the guest's credit card prior to arrival.
Safety features at this property include a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, and a first aid kit
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
This property welcomes guests of all sexual orientations and gender identities (LGBTQ+ friendly)

National rating

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

Property is also known as

Abel Tasman Lodge Marahau
Abel Tasman Marahau
Abel Tasman Lodge Motel
Abel Tasman Lodge Marahau
Abel Tasman Lodge Motel Marahau

Frequently asked questions

Is Abel Tasman Lodge pet-friendly?

No, only service animals are welcome at the property.

How much is parking at Abel Tasman Lodge?

Self parking is free at this property.

What time is check-in at Abel Tasman Lodge?

Check-in start time: 2 PM; Check-in end time: 7 PM. Late check-in is available during limited hours.

What time is check-out at Abel Tasman Lodge?

Check-out is at 10 AM.

Where is Abel Tasman Lodge located?

Situated by the sea, this spa motel is within 1 mi (2 km) of Marahau Beach and Abel Tasman Coast Track. Abel Tasman National Park and Honeymoon Bay are also within 6 mi (10 km).

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