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Prodigal Daughter Gourmet Lodge

3.5 star property
Guesthouse in Martinborough with free breakfast and a 24-hour front desk

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Superior Double Room | 1 bedroom, Egyptian cotton sheets, premium bedding
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Superior Double Room | 1 bedroom, Egyptian cotton sheets, premium bedding
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Concierge desk
Prodigal Daughter Gourmet Lodge offers a tranquil retreat in nature. Guests enjoy continental breakfast on the terrace and can book massage or spa services. The property features gardens, in-room WiFi, and an outdoor entertainment area.

Reviews

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • 24/7 front desk
  • Breakfast included
  • Housekeeping
  • Bar
  • Free WiFi
  • Parking included

Room options

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Superior Double Room | 1 bedroom, Egyptian cotton sheets, premium bedding

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Highlights

Yard
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Heating
Smart TV
Separate bedroom
Portable fan
Premium bedding
  • 20 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Comfort Double or Twin Room, 1 King Bed | 1 bedroom, Egyptian cotton sheets, premium bedding

Comfort Double or Twin Room, 1 King Bed

Highlights

Yard
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Heating
Smart TV
Separate bedroom
Portable fan
Premium bedding
  • 20 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Superior Double Room | 1 bedroom, Egyptian cotton sheets, premium bedding

Superior Double Room

Highlights

Yard
Balcony or patio
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Heating
Smart TV
Separate bedroom
Portable fan
  • 20 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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Deluxe Cottage, 1 Queen Bed with Sofa bed, Non Smoking | 1 bedroom, Egyptian cotton sheets, premium bedding

Deluxe Cottage, 1 Queen Bed with Sofa bed, Non Smoking

Highlights

Yard
Balcony
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Heating
Smart TV
Egyptian cotton linens
Separate bedroom
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Queen Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed

About the neighborhood

Map
9A Cologne St, Martinborough, Wellington, 5711

What's nearby

  • Palliser Estate - 13 min walk - 0.7 miles
  • Tirohana Estate - 14 min walk - 0.8 miles
  • Ata Rangi Vineyard - 14 min walk - 0.8 miles
  • Martinborough Vineyard - 7 min drive - 2.2 miles
  • Te Kairanga Wines - 7 min drive - 2.2 miles

Getting around

  • Wellington Intl. Airport (WLG) - 84 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪The Martinborough Hotel - ‬7 min walk
  • ‪Neighbourhood Coffee - ‬6 min walk
  • ‪Little Square Pizza - ‬6 min walk
  • ‪Poppies Martinborough - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Café Medici - ‬6 min walk

About this property

Prodigal Daughter Gourmet Lodge

Property highlights
At Prodigal Daughter Gourmet Lodge, you can look forward to free continental breakfast, a terrace, and a garden. Treat yourself to a massage or other spa services. Free in-room WiFi is available to all guests, along with a library and an outdoor entertainment area.
Other perks include:
  • Free self parking
  • A roundtrip airport shuttle (surcharge), express check-in, and outdoor furniture
  • A 24-hour front desk, smoke-free premises, and tour/ticket assistance
Room features
All guestrooms are individually furnished, and include comforts such as premium bedding and bathrobes, as well as thoughtful touches like free WiFi.
Other amenities include:
  • Heating and portable fans
  • Bathrooms with showers and free toiletries
  • Smart TVs with digital channels
  • Private yards, a personal chef, and electric kettles

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Property amenities

Internet

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

Parking and transportation

  • Roundtrip airport shuttle (surcharge)
  • Free self parking on site

Food and drink

  • Free continental breakfast available daily 9:00 AM to 10:00 AM
  • A bar/lounge
  • A restaurant
  • Coffee and tea in common areas
  • Couples/private dining
  • Private picnics

Things to do

  • Library
  • Private wine tours

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Guidebooks

Guest services

  • Concierge services
  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Proposal/romance packages
  • Tour and ticket assistance

Outdoors

  • Garden
  • Outdoor entertainment area
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Picnic area
  • Terrace

Spa

  • Massage

Accessibility

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

More

  • Smoking not allowed

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Egyptian cotton sheets

Bathroom

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

Entertainment

  • Smart TV with digital channels

Food and drink

  • Chef service
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Electric kettle
  • Restaurant dining guides

More

  • Heating
  • Individual decor
  • Individual furnishings
  • Portable fan

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: 6:00 PM
Late check-in subject to availability
Express check-in available
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

Guests must contact the property in advance for check-in instructions; front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
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 6:00 PM please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

Pets not allowed

Children and extra beds

Children 17 and younger are not allowed at this property; All guests older than 17 are welcome
Rollaway/extra beds are not available
Cribs (infant beds) are not available

Property payment types

Important information

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
Children 17 years old and younger are not permitted at this property

National rating

For the benefit of our customers, we have provided a rating based on our rating system.

Property is also known as

Prodigal Daughter Gourmet
Prodigal Daughter Gourmet Lodge Guesthouse
Prodigal Daughter Gourmet Lodge Martinborough
Prodigal Daughter Gourmet Lodge Guesthouse Martinborough

Frequently asked questions

Is Prodigal Daughter Gourmet Lodge pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much is parking at Prodigal Daughter Gourmet Lodge?

Self parking is free at this property.

What time is check-in at Prodigal Daughter Gourmet Lodge?

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: 6:00 PM. Late check-in is available during limited hours.

What time is check-out at Prodigal Daughter Gourmet Lodge?

Check-out is at 11:00 AM.

Does Prodigal Daughter Gourmet Lodge provide a shuttle to the airport?

Yes, there's an airport shuttle.

Where is Prodigal Daughter Gourmet Lodge located?

Situated in Martinborough, this guesthouse is within a 10-minute walk of Muirlea Rise and Cambridge Road. Palliser Estate and Schubert Wines are also within 15 minutes.

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Reviews

Prodigal Daughter Gourmet Lodge Reviews

9.6

Exceptional

9.6

Cleanliness

8.8

Amenities

10

Staff & service

8.8

Eco-friendliness

9.0

Property conditions & facilities
Rating 10 - Excellent. 36 out of 45 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 7 out of 45 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 1 out of 45 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 1 out of 45 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 45 reviews

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Patrick

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

Brilliant host, beautiful accommodation

Exceptional boutique hotel - themed rooms and bathroom - comfortable house with excellent host. Dinner is by request but it is sumptuous - Rachel is a wonderful and creative chef. Martinborough is a lovely town - small and flatland with numerous restaurants, bars, shops and surrounded by many enjoyable vineyards. Olive Oil groves are nearby too.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2023

10/10 Excellent

Rachel

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

Unique

Wonderfully unique. Lovely hosting. Thanks Rachel
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2022

4/10 Poor

Mary

Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Cleanliness
I didn't expect breakfast cereal at a B&B that describes itself as gourment.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Mary

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Beautiful space with a great chef 😊
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

John

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very easy to deal with, nothing was a problem.welcoming committee (dog) was very friendly, Great environment to meet other travellers in a very relaxed atmosphere. The host Rachel was amazing.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Kim

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

Excellent stay.

Very enjoyable stay. Perfect location. Easy walk into town centre. Easy to rent bikes to visit local wineries. Great continental breakfast.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2024

10/10 Excellent

Venus

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Lovely stay. Welcoming host. Peaceful, cosy, calm & charming place to stay. Perfect for relaxing weekend away. Look forward to returning.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2023

10/10 Excellent

Debbie

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Recommend. The host Rachel was great. Interesting guests were there on our stay. The home cooked dinner was excellent.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2023

10/10 Excellent

Michele

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Lovely B&B with a fabulous host. The host went our of her way to make us feel welcome. She is an executive chef and we did one of her dinners. It was fantastic. The rooms are quiet and the bed very comfortable. Lovely place. We hope to visit again.

10/10 Excellent

Craig

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great place to stay. Very comfortable and everything is in walking distance.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2022

8/10 Good

Mark

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Comfortable and cosy with a friendly atmosphere
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2022

10/10 Excellent

Craig

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Rachel was the perfect host. Very knowledgeable and always helpful. She cooked an incredible dinner for us. Location is good for walking to town and a number of cellar doors.
Stayed 4 nights in May 2022

10/10 Excellent

Rika

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

True indulgence at Martinborough

The owner "Rachel", she is an amazing chef!! We never expected to have such a gourmet breakfast. Her homemade dates scone was excellent. Also I loved the home-made granola. Actually every single meal which she prepared for us was incredible. She offered four course diner but sorry we missed it. The coronial room was so nice and cute. It was really comfortable to stay-Thank you Rachel!
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2021

10/10 Excellent

John

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

Attn all food lovers - here is a happy place

From the warm welcome to the leisurely conversations and snacks, it was more like staying with a new friend who lived to cook than a one night hotel transaction. The optional four-course meal (advance notice needed) and hands on pasta making (brilliant on a wet day) are strongly recommended. Planning our next visit already.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2021

8/10 Good

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
The host and the in-house meal was great. The room was OK, but not ‘lodge’ standard’.
Stayed 1 night in May 2021

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Liked: Staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Nice cosy, clean and comfortable room. Rachel is a lovely host. I recommend you take advantage of the offer of a home cooked meal from her if it is available. Four beautiful ocurses and a definite highlight of our stay.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2021

10/10 Excellent

John

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Lovely premises, lovely host
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2021

10/10 Excellent

Melissa

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

Highly recommend.

Beautiful room with a lovey comfortable bed. Nice glass of wine at 5pm along with beautiful canapés. The best continental breakfast the next morning. Pastries, coffee, muesli, fruit etc. Highly recommend that. Easy 10 minute walk to the square.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2020

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

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

Great stay

Great stay very friendly hostess and very helpful. Service was very good and relaxing time .
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2020

10/10 Excellent

Vincent

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

Wonderful place to stay, hostess with the mostest.

We loved our time at Prodigal Daughter Goirmet Lodge. The individual room was very homely, not your average hotel, guest house. Rachel the host is wonderful and will do everything require to ensure you have A great time exploring Martinborough and surrounds. We loved the complimentary glass of wine at 5pm as well as the picnic basket She prepared, packed full of flavour, for our walk and picnic. We also enjoyed a wonderful gourmet meal one night prepared and served by Rachel who really is the hostess with the mostest.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2020

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

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

Romantic weekend stay

The hostess is very hospitable! The 5pm drinks and canapes are a delightful touch, and do yourselves a favour by booking in for a meal as well. They do a 4 course meal for a set price and it was divine! The bed was comfortable and the room cozy. This is an excellent choice for a couple's getaway, highly recommended.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2020

6/10 Okay

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Disliked: Amenities, property conditions & facilities
Pleasant proprietor, provided lovely food. The room was disappointing with inadequate amenities. The exterior of the property was poorly maintained
Stayed 2 nights in May 2020

10/10 Excellent

Michael, Vancouver, BC

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Property is an old house that retains a lot of character. Good location, close to town and its facilities and activities for the area. Rachel is a great hostess, arranging things for us such as winery visits, bike rentals and meal reservations. She is also a terrific cook who provides her guests with first rate meals on request.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2020

10/10 Excellent

Yuta, 東京　日本

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
ホストの方がフレンドリーでとてもよくしてくれました。 借りる自転車の手配をしてくれたり、 オススメのワイナリーやレストランを教えてくれました。 部屋も綺麗ですし、中心地にも歩いて直ぐでした。 とてもいい時間を過ごせました。
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2020

10/10 Excellent

John

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Rachel was an exemplary hostess: providing clean, comfortable accommodation
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2020

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