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The Bay Lodge

5.0 star property
Adults-only guesthouse in Pohara with free parking

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Beach nearby
Outdoor pool, sun loungers
Garden
Standard Studio, 1 King Bed, Non Smoking, Air conditioning (Alegria Suite) | Premium bedding, iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets
Exterior
The Bay Lodge sits near Golden Bay, perfectly positioned between Pohara Beach and Tata Beach. Guests can take a cooling swim in the seasonal outdoor pool, find a favorite spot on the sun-drenched terraces, or spend quiet moments in the garden surrounded by natural beauty.

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • Pool
  • Parking included
  • Air conditioning
  • Free WiFi

Room options

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Sep 11 - Sep 12
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Tomorrow

Sep 12 - Sep 13
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View all photos for Standard Studio, 1 King Bed, Non Smoking, Air conditioning (Alegria Suite)

Standard Studio, 1 King Bed, Non Smoking, Air conditioning (Alegria Suite) | Premium bedding, iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets

Standard Studio, 1 King Bed, Non Smoking, Air conditioning (Alegria Suite)

Highlights

Furnished patio
Air conditioning
Refrigerator
Smart TV
Premium bedding
Hair dryer
Bathrobes
Private bathroom
  • 36 sq m
  • Sea view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

View all photos for Standard Studio, 1 King Bed, Non Smoking, Air conditioning (Aroha Suite)

Standard Studio, 1 King Bed, Non Smoking, Air conditioning (Aroha Suite) | Premium bedding, iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets

Standard Studio, 1 King Bed, Non Smoking, Air conditioning (Aroha Suite)

Highlights

Furnished patio
Air conditioning
Refrigerator
Smart TV
Premium bedding
Hair dryer
Bathrobes
Private bathroom
  • 34 sq m
  • Bay view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

View all photos for Standard Studio, 1 Queen Bed, Non Smoking, Air conditioning

Standard Studio, 1 Queen Bed, Non Smoking, Air conditioning | Premium bedding, iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets

Standard Studio, 1 Queen Bed, Non Smoking, Air conditioning

Highlights

Furnished patio
Air conditioning
Refrigerator
Smart TV
Premium bedding
Hair dryer
Bathrobes
Private bathroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

About the neighborhood

Map
36 Bay Vista Drive, Pohara, 7183

What's nearby

  • Pohara Beach - 10 min walk - 0.6 miles
  • Golden Bay - 3 min drive - 1.6 miles
  • Tata Beach - 7 min drive - 3.9 miles
  • Te Waikoropupu Springs - 20 min drive - 10.6 miles
  • Totaranui Beach - 30 min drive - 14.2 miles

Getting around

  • Nelson (NSN) - 89 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪The Wholemeal Café - ‬11 min drive
  • ‪Molly B’s - ‬9 min walk
  • ‪Plan B Café & Bar - ‬9 min walk
  • ‪Dangerous Kitchen - ‬10 min drive
  • ‪Penguin Cafe & Bar - ‬11 min walk

About this property

The Bay Lodge

Luxury guesthouse near Golden Bay
Located close to Pohara Beach and Tata Beach, The Bay Lodge provides a terrace, a garden, and an outdoor entertainment area. Stay connected with free in-room WiFi.
Other perks include:
  • A seasonal outdoor pool along with sun loungers
  • Free self parking
  • Outdoor furniture, smoke-free premises, and tour/ticket assistance
  • Luggage storage
Room features
All guestrooms at The Bay Lodge boast comforts such as premium bedding and furnished patios, as well as perks like air conditioning and bathrobes.
Other amenities include:
  • Bathrooms with showers and free toiletries
  • 32-inch Smart TVs with satellite channels
  • Wardrobes/closets, recycling, and refrigerators

Property amenities

Internet

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

Parking and transportation

  • Free uncovered self parking on site

Things to do

  • Outdoor pool

Conveniences

  • Guidebooks
  • Luggage storage

Guest services

  • Tour and ticket assistance

Outdoors

  • Garden
  • Outdoor entertainment area
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Pool loungers
  • Terrace

Accessibility

  • No elevator
  • Tile flooring in room

More

  • Comprehensive recycling policy
  • Locally-owned and organized tours and activities
  • Smoking not allowed

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Premium bedding

Bathroom

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

Entertainment

  • 32-inch smart TV with satellite channels

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Electric kettle
  • Espresso maker
  • Refrigerator
  • Restaurant dining guides
  • Toaster

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Iron/ironing board on request
  • Recycling
  • Water-efficient showers
  • Water-efficient toilets

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3 PM; Check-in end time: 6:00 PM
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 10 AM

Special check-in instructions

There is no front desk at this property
Guests must contact the property in advance for check-in instructions; your host will greet you
This property doesn't offer after-hours check-in
To make arrangements for check-in please contact the property at least 24 hours before arrival using the information on the booking confirmation

Access methods

Host will greet you

Pets

Pets not allowed

Children and extra beds

Children younger than 18 are not allowed at this adults-only property; all guests 18 and older 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
Safety features at this property include 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's policy is to refuse certain bookings for the purpose of group events or parties, including pre-wedding stag/bachelor and hen/bachelorette parties
The seasonal pool will be open from November to April
Guests under 18 years old are not permitted at this adults-only property

National rating

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

Property is also known as

Bay Lodge Pohara
Bay Pohara
The Bay Lodge Pohara
The Bay Lodge Guesthouse
The Bay Lodge Guesthouse Pohara

Frequently asked questions

Does The Bay Lodge have a pool?

Yes, this property has an outdoor pool.

Is The Bay Lodge pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much is parking at The Bay Lodge?

Self parking is free at this property.

What time is check-in at The Bay Lodge?

Check-in start time: 3 PM; Check-in end time: 6:00 PM. After-hours check-in is not available.

What time is check-out at The Bay Lodge?

Check-out is at 10 AM.

Where is The Bay Lodge located?

Situated near the beach, this luxury guesthouse is 0.6 mi (1 km) from Pohara Beach and 1.9 mi (3.1 km) from Golden Bay. Tata Beach and Abel Tasman National Park are also within 9 mi (15 km).

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The Bay Lodge Reviews

Reviews

10

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 14 out of 14 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 0 out of 14 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 14 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 14 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 14 reviews

10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Staff & service

10/10

Amenities

10/10

Property conditions & facilities

10/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Ulf

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Eine persönlich geführte - wunderschöne Anlage.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Donna

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2024

10/10 Excellent

Charles

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2023

10/10 Excellent

Ashley

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

Excellent Lodge. Stunning scenery and hospitality

Stayed 6 nights in Jan 2021

10/10 Excellent

John

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2020

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2020

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Very clean and well thought out. Attention to detail was excellent. We stayed in Algeria which had plenty of space and wonderful views across the bay.
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2020

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Every Detail is so thoroughly thought through: From Coffee (three different brewing possibilities) via Adapter, waterresistant hikingcards...I could continue forever. Goes without saying that it is immaculate clean. The view is amazing. Sonja&Filip are really good hosts with perfect travel tips! Thank you!
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2019

10/10 Excellent

Lawrence

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

Get away Golden Bay

Beautiful spot overlooking Golden Bay. Great hosts.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2019

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Liked: Staff & service
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2018

10/10 Excellent

Rita

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

Pohara Paradise

Beautiful location. Wonderful views. Hosts are very welcoming and the apartment was spectacular. Lovely pool to relax in after a day hiking.
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2017

10/10 Excellent

Louise, New Zealand

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Facilities: Outstanding; Value: Fantastic; Service: Go the extra mile; Cleanliness: Spotless; Must try their spa tub. As you bathe in hot bubbles, you look out over their lovely garden.

10/10 Excellent

Karen, Australia - SA - Adelaide

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Facilities: Brand new, Home away from home, Outstanding; Value: Great deal, Fantastic, Amazing; Service: Flawless, Outstanding, Very Welcoming!; Cleanliness: Spotless, Immaculate, Beautiful; The views from the deck, garden and Spa were unreal. The Bay Lodge is well signposted and was very easy for us to find

10/10 Excellent

Ashley, New Zealand - Canterbury

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Facilities: Top of the line; Service: Go the extra mile;

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