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Ratanui Lodge

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Luxury
4.5 star property
10

Exceptional

Luxury lodge near Tata Beach

Located close to Wainui Falls, Ratanui Lodge provides free cooked-to-order breakfast, a terrace and a garden. For some rest and relaxation, visit the hot tub. The on-site restaurant, The Dining Room, serves dinner. Stay connected with free in-room WiFi, and guests can find other amenities, such as dry cleaning/laundry services and a fireplace in reception.

Popular amenities

  • Pool
  • Hot tub
  • Parking included
  • Free Wi-Fi
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Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; check-in end time: 8:00 PM

Late check-in subject to availability

Minimum check-in age - 18

Check-out

Check-out before 10:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

The property charges 2.5 per cent for credit card payments

The front desk is open daily from 8:00 AM - 5:30 PM

Front desk staffed during limited hours

If you are planning to arrive after 5:00 PM please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation

Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Access methods

Front desk (limited hours)

Pets

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

Children and extra beds

Children 4 and younger are not allowed at this property; all guests older than 4 are welcome

Payment types at the property

Important information

Optional extras

  • Credit card charges are subject to a surcharge of 2.5 per cent

The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may not include tax and are subject to change.

You need to know

This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business or profession.
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 and debit cards; cash is not accepted
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher
If you cancel your booking, you'll be subject to the host's cancellation policy. In accordance with UK consumer law, property booking services are not subject to the right of withdrawal.

We should mention

This property does not have any lifts
Children 4 years old and younger are not permitted at this property
The property has connecting/adjoining rooms, which are subject to availability and can be requested by contacting the property using the number on the booking confirmation

National rating

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

Frequently asked questions

Does Ratanui Lodge have a pool?

Yes, this property has an outdoor pool.

Is Ratanui Lodge pet-friendly?

No, only service animals are welcome at the property.

How much is parking at Ratanui Lodge?

Self-parking is free at this property.

What time is check-in at Ratanui Lodge?

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; check-in end time: 8:00 PM. Late check-in is available during limited hours.

What time is check-out at Ratanui Lodge?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Ratanui Lodge located?

Situated by the sea, this luxury lodge is 3 mi (4.9 km) from Tata Beach and 9.4 mi (15.1 km) from Te Waikoropupu Springs.

Can I cancel my reservation for free and receive a full refund?

Yes, this property offers free cancellation on selected room rates because flexibility matters! Please refer to the property cancellation policy on our site for more details about any exclusions or requirements.

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Reviews

Reviews

10

Exceptional

10

Cleanliness

9.4

Location

10

Staff & service

9.8

Property conditions & facilities
Rating 10 - Excellent. 144 out of 155 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 8 out of 155 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 2 out of 155 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 1 out of 155 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 155 reviews

Reviews

Verified

10/10 Excellent

Eleanor

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Very friendly staff, comfortable bed and well supplied tea and coffee station.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Kathleen

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Clean, beautiful friendly
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Elaine

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

Great stay

Great location and the staff were fantastic and very helpful and friendly
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Wendy

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Amazing staff and beautiful accommodations. We loved our stay here!
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Kirk

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Very comfortable lodge with great restaurant and friendly staff in
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

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

Great place central to hiking

It's always a treat to stay here. Quiet and clean in a central location to so much to do.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Paula

Liked: Amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great launch point for many activities. Breakfast was excellent
Stayed 4 nights in Feb 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

donna

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Staff were very helpful and friendly. Beautiful rooms and lovely location
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Joel

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Wonderful two night stay at this beautiful property. Great value, and incredible service. The breakfast was especially good.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Balthazar

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
This place exceeded all of our (high) expectations - an excellent place to stay and eat.
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Dan

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

Wonderful boutique lodge.

Lovely stay. Staff were wonderful and the food exceptional. Room was very clean and comfortable. Great place to explore the Golden Bay area. Highly recommended.
Stayed 5 nights in Nov 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Destiny

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Great location, amazing staff, wonderful food, comfortable accommodations. We will be back!
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Chung Shan

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
This place is awesome! Great location, close to beautiful beaches. They also serve delicious food here. My room was clean and comfortable.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Martin

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Ratanui Lodge was awesome, the staff were friendly and knowledgeable, providing lots of information on hikes in the area! Location was fabulous and directly across from the beach.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Antonios

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
A comfortable stay with very friendly staff. New furniture and bathrooms were very clean. We used the hot tub and were provided with extra towels. Breakfast was excellent and parking was easy.
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Jan

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

Lovely stay in Pohara

Very kind service. The rooms are very clean. Excellent breakfast and dinner in the restaurant. We love the place!
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Paul

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Excellent client service and upscale feel to the entire property. While a bit “off the beaten path”, was really quiet, much less commercialized but we were treated to a beautifully appointed room, a fine dining meal and atmosphere with superb service and quality.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Diane

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

Nice but not the price

Not what we expected for the price but it was nice. Their restaurant is very good and the people who work there are very nice.
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Clare

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
A upmarket lodge that was recently refurbished. Our room number 10 was large and tastefully furnished with a large modern bathroom and good amenities. The breakfast and dinner served at the restaurant was high quality. All the staff we encountered were polite and friendly.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Jacqui

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
It was quiet & peaceful & relaxing. Staff were friendly & helpful. Outdoor dining area was just lovely with a lovely garden. Expedia's pricing on line was confusing. We ended up paying more per night than what was advertised.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

vicki

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Out of all the places we stayed during our three weeks on the South Island, Ratanui Lodge provided the best service and hospitality. Firstly, the staff are so friendly and helpful, nothing is too much for them and the two ladies we dealt with went out of their way to give recommendations and ensure our stay was fantastic. We were on honeymoon and we were left a card and bottle of bubbly in the room which was a lovely touch, as was the robes and bottled water in the fridge. The breakfast is probably the best hotel breakfast you’ll ever get! A la carte options but I opted for the blueberry pancakes both days. The location is ideal, close to so many activities and in my opinion the right side of the Takaka Hill to make driving the area a much easier task (as opposed to basing yourself in Kaiteriteri). So many stunning walks and quiet beaches nearby. We loved Wainui Falls and Wharariki Beach. Sadly the weather didn’t allow for us to go Kayaking but I’m sure this would be a great activity to do. I really hope we can return from the UK one day and I would happily spend longer here! If we lived in NZ this could easily be a super week away. Absolutely amazing experience.
Dinner in the on site restaurant
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Lynn

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The restaurant was amazing! Beautiful lodging and area.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Anna

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
A lovely stay - we wish we could have stayed longer as one night was not enough in this beautiful area! Comfy bed, lovely additional comp amenities, cute pool area and incredibly comfortable bed. Fantastic location and the staff were a highlight - Rachel was so friendly and accommodating and extremely helpful. Breakfast included was a great extra and made the stay feel good value.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

David

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great place with exceptional staff, they are just awesome
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Dylan

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The most charming and beautiful place with touches that made our stay so comfortable. The manager Ethan went above and beyond. Highly recommend.