Title: Ratanui Lodge Reviews, Deals & Photos 2026 - Expedia.co.uk [See all properties](http://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?regionId=6242416&destination=Pohara%2C+Tasman+Region%2C+New+Zealand&selected=5993648&adults=2&children=&sort=RECOMMENDED&useRewards=false&semdtl=&userIntent=&vip=false) # Ratanui Lodge Ratanui Lodge offers eco-friendly comfort near Golden Bay's natural wonders, with thoughtful dining and relaxation spaces for adventure and tranquility. ## Photo gallery for Ratanui Lodge ![Lounge - Ratanui Lodge (Pohara)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/6000000/6000000/5993700/5993648/dc3cc820.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=598&ra=fit) ![Exterior - Ratanui Lodge (Pohara)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/6000000/6000000/5993700/5993648/26c3246c.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Dinner served - Ratanui Lodge (Pohara)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/6000000/6000000/5993700/5993648/c1b1ce78.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Point of interest - Ratanui Lodge (Pohara)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/6000000/6000000/5993700/5993648/d6e7fd4b.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Terrace/patio - Ratanui Lodge (Pohara)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/6000000/6000000/5993700/5993648/6bb65c28.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) - Overview - Rooms - Location - Policies Located near Wainui Falls, Ratanui Lodge offers cooked-to-order breakfasts and evening meals at The Dining Room. Guests can relax in the spa tub, swim in the outdoor pool, or borrow bikes to explore Tata Beach. Eco-certified staff provide concierge services for nature enthusiasts. ## Reviews 10 Exceptional ## Popular amenities - Pool - Hot tub - Parking included - Free Wi-Fi £289 includes taxes & fees 10 Apr - 11 Apr ## Room options ### Check availability for these dates Tonight [Apr 6 - Apr 7](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-04-06&endDate=2026-04-07&selected=5993648&PinnedHotelID=5993648&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-04-06&endDate=2026-04-07&selected=5993648&PinnedHotelID=5993648&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) Tomorrow [Apr 7 - Apr 8](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-04-07&endDate=2026-04-08&selected=5993648&PinnedHotelID=5993648&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-04-07&endDate=2026-04-08&selected=5993648&PinnedHotelID=5993648&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) This weekend [Apr 10 - Apr 12](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-04-10&endDate=2026-04-12&selected=5993648&PinnedHotelID=5993648&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-04-10&endDate=2026-04-12&selected=5993648&PinnedHotelID=5993648&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) Next weekend [Apr 17 - Apr 19](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-04-17&endDate=2026-04-19&selected=5993648&PinnedHotelID=5993648&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-04-17&endDate=2026-04-19&selected=5993648&PinnedHotelID=5993648&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) All rooms 2 beds 3+ beds 1 bed Showing 2 of 2 rooms ### View all photos for Deluxe Triple Room ![Deluxe Triple Room | Premium bedding, down duvets, in-room safe, individually decorated](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/6000000/6000000/5993700/5993648/8ab900f8.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1200&h=800&quality=medium) ### Deluxe Triple Room 10.0 Exceptional 4 reviews - 366 sq ft - 1 bedroom - Sleeps 3 - 1 King Bed and 1 Single Bed OR 3 Single Beds ### View all photos for Deluxe Room ![Deluxe Room | Premium bedding, down duvets, in-room safe, individually decorated](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/6000000/6000000/5993700/5993648/71dabe2d.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1200&h=800&quality=medium) ### Deluxe Room 9.8 Exceptional 8 reviews - 291 sq ft - Sleeps 2 - 1 King Bed OR 2 Single Beds ![Mod logo](https://a.travel-assets.com/pricing-claim/sparkle_dark.svg) Sign in to view eligible discounts and perks. More rewards for more adventures! [Sign in](https://www.expedia.co.uk/login?ckoflag=0&uurl=e3id%3Dredr%26rurl%3D%2FPohara-Hotels-Ratanui-Lodge.h5993648.Hotel-Information)[Sign up, it's free](https://www.expedia.co.uk/signup?enable_registration=true&uurl=e3id%3Dredr%26rurl%3D%2FPohara-Hotels-Ratanui-Lodge.h5993648.Hotel-Information) ## About the area Located in Pohara, Ratanui Lodge is near the beach. The area's natural beauty can be seen at Tata Beach and Te Waikoropupu Springs. Wainui Falls and Rawhiti Cave are two other places to visit that come recommended. Kayaking and fishing offer great chances to get out on the surrounding water, or you can seek out an adventure with rock climbing and mountain biking nearby. [Visit our Pohara travel guide](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Pohara.dx6242416) [View more Lodges in Pohara](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Pohara-Lodges.d6242416-aaLodges.Travel-Guide-Accommodation) ![Map](https://maps.googleapis.com/maps/api/staticmap?&size=660x330&map_id=3b266eb50d2997c6&zoom=13&markers=icon:https%3A%2F%2Fa.travel-assets.com%2Ftravel-assets-manager%2Feg-maps%2Fproperty.png%7C-40.83353%2C172.88591&channel=expedia-HotelInformation&maptype=roadmap&scale=1&key=AIzaSyCYjQus5kCufOpSj932jFoR_AJiL9yiwOw&signature=8FTJjIl6LwxT7sJqtBYEeFOx-co=) 818 Abel Tasman Dr, Pohara, 7183 ### What's nearby - ![MHK6KJ Elevated panoramic view of Golden Bay, Nelson, New Zealand with turquoise sea meeting sandy beach](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6273472/9dc6d051-3907-4371-ac34-09b95c7f89f8.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=115.61&rh=65.03&ra=fit&q=high) Golden Bay 2 min drive \- 1.4 miles - ![Split Apple Rock, Abel Tasman National Park, New Zealand](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6112811/03f14d6b-985f-4401-84a9-258e7e1ad8a0.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=115.61&rh=65.03&ra=fit&q=high) Abel Tasman National Park 15 min drive \- 10.8 miles - ![Te Waikoropupu Springs](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/8350/12338511-c92f-431f-96cd-cb6cebf78b57.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=115.61&rh=65.03&ra=fit&q=high) Te Waikoropupu Springs 16 min drive \- 10.4 miles - Pohara Beach 1 min walk \- 0.1 miles - Tata Beach 5 min drive \- 3.7 miles ### Restaurants - The Wholemeal Cafe 10 min drive - Molly B’s 2 min walk - Dangerous Kitchen 10 min drive - Countryard cafe 10 min drive - The Curry Leaf 9 min drive ## About this property ### Ratanui Lodge 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. You'll also find perks such as: - An outdoor pool, along with sunloungers - Free self-parking - 1 meeting room, luggage storage and concierge services - A front desk safe, a banquet hall and tour/ticket information - Guest reviews say great things about the helpful staff Room features All rooms are individually furnished, and offer comforts such as premium bedding and bathrobes, in addition to thoughtful touches such as free WiFi and safes. Other amenities include: - Heating and ceiling fans - Hypo-allergenic bedding and down duvets - Bathrooms with baths or showers and hairdryers - Wardrobes/cupboards, mini fridges and electric kettles ### 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. ## Similar properties ![Dinner served, vegetarian cuisine, sea views ](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/9000000/8460000/8451200/8451166/ca1f7788.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Kimi Ora Eco Resort Kaiteriteri - Pool - Hot tub - Breakfast included - Spa 9.6 Exceptional 381 reviews £97 includes taxes & fees 3 May - 4 May [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-05-03&endDate=2026-05-04&selected=8451166&PinnedHotelID=8451166&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![Exterior](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/930000/922100/922058/914195c8.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Tides Hotel The Wood - 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Free uncovered self parking on site - Limited on-site self parking - Wheelchair-accessible parking available ### Food and drink - Free cooked-to-order breakfast available daily 8 AM to 10:00 AM - A bar/lounge - A restaurant ### Restaurants on site - The Dining Room ### Things to do - Hot tub - Outdoor pool - Piano ### Conveniences - Laundry facilities - Limited-hour front desk - Luggage storage - Safe at front desk ### Guest services - Concierge services - Dry cleaning/laundry service - Housekeeping (daily) - Tour and ticket assistance - Wedding services ### Business services - Conference centre (129 square foot of space) - Meeting room ### Outdoors - Garden - Pool loungers - Terrace ### Accessibility - If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking. - No lift - Stair-free path to entrance - Well-lit path to entrance - Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations) - Wheelchair-accessible lounge - Wheelchair-accessible parking - Wheelchair-accessible registration desk - Wheelchair-accessible restaurant ### More - 1 building - 1 floor - Banquet hall - Built in 2010 - Communal living room - Designated smoking areas - Fireplace in lobby - Traditional architecture ## Room amenities ### Bedroom - Down comforter - Hypo-allergenic bedding - Premium bedding ### Bathroom - Bathtub or shower - Dressing gowns - Hair dryer - Private bathroom - Towels provided ### Entertainment - 32-inch flat-screen TV ### Food and drink - Coffee/tea maker - Electric kettle - Mini-fridge - Room service ### More - Access via exterior corridors - Ceiling fan - Connecting rooms available - Desk - Heating - Individual decor - Individual furnishings - Iron/ironing board - Safe ## 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. ### Property is also known as Ratanui Ratanui Lodge Ratanui Lodge Pohara Ratanui Pohara Ratanui Hotel Pohara Ratanui Lodge Pohara, New Zealand - Golden Bay Ratanui Lodge Pohara Ratanui Lodge Lodge Ratanui Lodge Pohara Ratanui Lodge Lodge Pohara ## Frequently asked questions ### Does Ratanui Lodge have a pool? ### How much does it cost to stay at Ratanui Lodge? ### Is Ratanui Lodge pet-friendly? ### How much is parking at Ratanui Lodge? ### What time is check-in at Ratanui Lodge? ### What time is check-out at Ratanui Lodge? ### Where is Ratanui Lodge located? ## Have a question? Beta Get instant answers with AI powered search of property information and reviews. Ask a question ## Reviews ## Ratanui Lodge Reviews 10 ### Exceptional All reviews shown are from real guest experiences. Only travellers who have booked a stay with us can submit a review. We verify reviews according to our guidelines and publish all reviews, positive or negative.[More information](https://www.expedia.co.uk/lp/b/content-guidelines) ### 10 Cleanliness ### 9.4 Location ### 10 Staff & service ### 9.8 Property conditions & facilities 10 - Excellent 143 8 - Good 8 6 - Okay 2 4 - Poor 1 2 - Terrible 0 ## Reviews Verified ### 10/10 Excellent #### Kathleen 21 Jan 2026 Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities Clean, beautiful friendly ##### Kathleen Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2026 Verified ### 10/10 Excellent #### Eleanor 19 Nov 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort Very friendly staff, comfortable bed and well supplied tea and coffee station. ##### Eleanor Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2025 Verified ### 10/10 Excellent #### Elaine 1 Mar 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort #### Great stay Great location and the staff were fantastic and very helpful and friendly ##### Elaine Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2025 Verified ### 10/10 Excellent #### Wendy 5 Apr 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities Amazing staff and beautiful accommodations. We loved our stay here! ##### Wendy Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2024 Verified ### 10/10 Excellent #### Kirk 22 Nov 2023 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities Very comfortable lodge with great restaurant and friendly staff in ##### Kirk Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2023 Verified ### 10/10 Excellent #### Verified traveller 6 Jan 2025 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. ##### Verified traveller Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2024 Verified ### 10/10 Excellent #### Paula 11 Feb 2025 Liked: Amenities, property conditions & facilities Great launch point for many activities. Breakfast was excellent ##### Paula Stayed 4 nights in Feb 2025 Verified ### 10/10 Excellent #### donna 6 Nov 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities Staff were very helpful and friendly. Beautiful rooms and lovely location ##### donna Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2024 Verified ### 10/10 Excellent #### Joel 23 Nov 2024 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. ##### Joel Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2024 Verified ### 10/10 Excellent #### Balthazar 15 Dec 2023 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities This place exceeded all of our (high) expectations - an excellent place to stay and eat. ##### Balthazar Verified ### 10/10 Excellent #### Dan 10 Nov 2024 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. ##### Dan Stayed 5 nights in Nov 2024 Verified ### 10/10 Excellent #### Chung Shan 29 Nov 2024 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. ##### Chung Shan Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2024 Verified ### 10/10 Excellent #### Destiny 14 Nov 2023 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort Great location, amazing staff, wonderful food, comfortable accommodations. We will be back! ##### Destiny Stayed 1 night in Nov 2023 Verified ### 10/10 Excellent #### Martin 6 Apr 2024 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. ##### Martin Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2024 Verified ### 10/10 Excellent #### Antonios 3 Jan 2025 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. ##### Antonios Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2024 Verified ### 10/10 Excellent #### Jan 23 Dec 2023 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! ##### Jan Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2023 Verified ### 10/10 Excellent #### Diane 19 Jan 2025 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. ##### Diane Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2025 Verified ### 10/10 Excellent #### Clare 19 Mar 2025 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. ##### Clare Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025 Verified ### 10/10 Excellent #### Paul 28 Nov 2023 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. ##### Paul Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2023 Verified ### 10/10 Excellent #### Jacqui 10 Feb 2025 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. ##### Jacqui Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2025 Verified ### 10/10 Excellent #### vicki 29 Oct 2025 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. ![](https://a.travel-assets.com/ugc/hotel-reviews/d222bb84-402c-4e2e-854b-93a5c40c78f8-1761753304050.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=204&ra=fit&q=high) ![Dinner in the on site restaurant ](https://a.travel-assets.com/ugc/hotel-reviews/535654bf-8682-4562-9efe-0e12c30260a6-1761753304195.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=204&ra=fit&q=high) ![](https://a.travel-assets.com/ugc/hotel-reviews/3b87eed0-218e-4466-ad59-0cffac29fd2a-1761753304095.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=204&ra=fit&q=high) ![](https://a.travel-assets.com/ugc/hotel-reviews/d1be20fb-3c31-44b4-8330-35a4c957c28a-1761753304898.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=204&ra=fit&q=high) ##### vicki Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025 Verified ### 10/10 Excellent #### Anna 3 Mar 2026 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. ![](https://a.travel-assets.com/ugc/hotel-reviews/fe1dc875-57c1-4e59-9db2-f943260a91a0-1772581753565.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=204&ra=fit&q=high) ![](https://a.travel-assets.com/ugc/hotel-reviews/d379002d-f2b5-4c60-84c8-f16c4b36a3dc-1772581785094.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=204&ra=fit&q=high) ![](https://a.travel-assets.com/ugc/hotel-reviews/c9b92605-77fd-4009-8d01-fc088295f23a-1772581798921.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=204&ra=fit&q=high) ![](https://a.travel-assets.com/ugc/hotel-reviews/3cf10e21-e24b-48dd-9bbc-5dec1f252637-1772581846485.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=204&ra=fit&q=high) ##### Anna Stayed 1 night in Feb 2026 Verified ### 10/10 Excellent #### David 10 Sept 2023 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities Great place with exceptional staff, they are just awesome ##### David Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2023 Verified ### 10/10 Excellent #### Dylan 9 Jan 2023 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. 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