At Awaroa Lodge you'll be within a 10-minute walk of Abel Tasman National Park and 3.6 km (2.2 mi) from Onetahuti Bay. Highlights at this beach hotel include a full-service spa, a restaurant and a bar/lounge. .Pizzeria serves pizza and is open for lunch and dinner. Added amenities include a coffee shop/cafe, spa services and laundry facilities. Each morning cooked-to-order breakfast is served between 7:30 AM and 10 AM. .With a stay at this 4-property class Awaroa Bay hotel, you'll be 3.9 km (2.4 mi) from Onetahuti Bay Campsite and 7.4 km (4.6 mi) from Totaranui Beach.
What's nearby
Abel Tasman National Park - 7 min walk
Totaranui Beach - 14 min drive
Tata Beach - 66 min drive
Ligar Bay Beach - 68 min drive
Pohara Beach - 73 min drive
Getting around
Nelson (NSN) - 151 min drive
Restaurants
Tonga Quarry
About this property
Awaroa Lodge
Upscale hotel near the beach
Awaroa Lodge offers its guests a full-service spa. Along with a restaurant, there's a coffee shop/cafe on site. You can enjoy a drink at the bar/lounge.
Spa services, a library, and a terrace are also featured at the eco-certified Awaroa Lodge. A complete renovation of Awaroa Lodge was completed in August 2017.
This 4-star Awaroa Bay hotel is smoke free.
26 guestrooms or units
Built in 1990
Breakfast available (surcharge)
Self-service laundry
Front desk (limited hours)
Storage area for luggage
Tour and ticket information
Concierge
Wedding services available
Games room or arcade
Library
Terrace
Garden
Outdoor picnic space
No smoking on site
Bar or lounge
Coffee shop
1 conference room
Dining venue
Awaroa Lodge offers 26 air-conditioned accommodations with a hairdryer and an iron/ironing board. Rooms open to patios. In-room wireless Internet access is available for a surcharge. Guests can make use of the in-room fridges and coffee/tea makers. Bathrooms include a shower and complimentary toiletries. Cots/infant beds (surcharge) are also available. Housekeeping is provided on a daily basis.
Guests can indulge in a pampering treatment at the hotel's full-service spa, Awaroa Day Spa. The spa is open daily.
Awards and affiliations
Eco-certified property This property participates in Qualmark Sustainable Tourism Business Award – a programme that measures the property's impact on one or more of the following: environment, community, cultural-heritage and the local economy.
Languages
English, French, German, Japanese
Property amenities
Internet
Available in all rooms: WiFi (NZD 20 per day)
Food and drink
Daily cooked-to-order breakfast available 7:30 AM to 10 AM for a fee: NZD 25 to 45 per person
A bar/lounge
A coffee shop/cafe
A restaurant
Restaurants on site
Pizzeria
Things to do
Arcade/game room
Full-service spa
Kayaking
Library
Family friendly
Arcade/game room
Cot (surcharge)
In-room refrigerator
Laundry facilities
Soundproofed rooms
Conveniences
Laundry facilities
Limited-hour front desk
Luggage storage
Guest services
Concierge services
Daily housekeeping
Tour and ticket assistance
Wedding services
Business services
Meeting room
Outdoors
Garden
In a national park
Picnic area
Terrace
Full-service spa
Spa open daily
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 (single-level property)
Well-lit path to entrance
More
Built in 1990
Renovated entire property - August 2017
Smoke-free property
Room amenities
Bedroom
Bedsheets provided
Cot (surcharge)
Bathroom
Free toiletries
Hair dryer
Private bathroom
Shower
Towels
Food and drink
Coffee/tea maker
Electric kettle
Limited room service
Refrigerator
Outdoor space
Patio
More
Air conditioning
Iron/ironing board
Soundproofed rooms
Policies
Check-in
Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; check-in end time: 6:00 PM
Late check-in subject to availability
Minimum check-in age - 18
Check-out
Check-out before 10 AM
Special check-in instructions
Guests must transfer via boat or helicopter to the property; guests must contact the property at least 72 hours before travel, using the contact information on the confirmation received after booking
The property charges 2.5 per cent for credit card payments
The front desk is open daily from 7:00 AM - 7:00 PM
Guests must contact the property in advance for check-in instructions; front desk staff will greet guests on arrival
To make arrangements for check-in please contact the property at least 24 hours before arrival using the information on the booking confirmation
If you are planning to arrive after 8 PM please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation
For more details, please contact the property using the information on the booking confirmation
This property located in Abel Tasman National Park, and is not accessible by road. Guests must arrange transport either by helicopter or sea shuttle prior to their stay.
Renovations and closures
The property is closed between 1 May and 30 September.
Access methods
Staffed front desk
Pets
No pets allowed
Children and extra beds
Children are welcome.
Cots (infant beds) are available for NZD 10.0 per day.
Payment types
Important information
Optional extras
The fees and deposits listed below will be charged at the time of service, check-in, or check-out.
Fee for cooked-to-order breakfast: from approximately NZD 25.00 to 45.00 per person
Fee for in-room wireless Internet: NZD 20 per day (rates may vary)
Crib (infant bed) fee: NZD 10.0 per day
Credit card charges are subject to a surcharge of 2.5 per cent
This may not be a comprehensive list. Fees and deposits are subject to change and might not include tax.
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 and debit cards; cash is not accepted
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and a first aid kit
Please note that cultural norms and guest policies may differ by country and by property; the policies listed are provided by the property
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A cash deposit, credit card or debit card for incidental charges and government-issued photo identification may be required upon check-in.
Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in. Special requests can't be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.
This property accepts Visa, Mastercard and debit cards. Cash is not accepted. For guests' safety, the property includes a fire extinguisher and a first aid kit in all accommodation.
We should mention
Registered guests are the only ones allowed to be in guestrooms.
National rating
Qualmark® assigns an official star rating for accommodation in New Zealand. This Hotel property has been rated 4 stars.
Official New Zealand Rating provided by Qualmark®
Property is also known as
Peppers Awaroa
Peppers Hotel Awaroa
Awaroa Hotel Abel Tasman National Park
Awaroa Hotel Nelson
Peppers Awaroa Lodge
Peppers Lodge
Peppers Awaroa Hotel
Awaroa Lodge Hotel
Awaroa Lodge Awaroa Bay
Awaroa Lodge Hotel Awaroa Bay
Frequently asked questions
What is the cancellation policy at Awaroa Lodge?
Awaroa Lodge offers free cancellation on select room rates. Check out the cancellation policy for more info.
Are there any beaches close to Awaroa Lodge?
The closest beach to Awaroa Lodge is Tata Beach (12.2 km).
Is there a spa on site at Awaroa Lodge?
Yep, Awaroa Day Spa is available for guests.
What makes Awaroa Lodge a romantic place to stay?
Garden-view dining and a lounge bar, as well as private patios in the guestrooms, all help set the scene for a romantic weekend at Awaroa Lodge.
Is Awaroa Lodge family-friendly?
You bet! With amenities like an arcade and laundry facilities, as well as cots/infant beds in the guestrooms, it's no surprise Awaroa Lodge is a hit with families.
Does Awaroa Lodge serve breakfast?
Sure does, cooked-to-order brekkie is served daily between 7:30 AM and 10 AM.
Is there a free airport shuttle available at Awaroa Lodge?
No, Awaroa Lodge does not offer an airport shuttle service.
Is there a bar or restaurant at Awaroa Lodge?
Yep, they've got a lounge bar and an onsite restaurant that serves pizza. Pre dinner cocktails anyone?
What time are check-in & check-out at Awaroa Lodge?
Check-in begins at 2:00 PM. Check-out time is 10 AM.
Are pets allowed at Awaroa Lodge?
No, pets are not allowed.
Awaroa Lodge Reviews
Reviews
8.8
Excellent
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Pre arrival staff were excellent in advising a walk back to entrance of Abel Tasman NP and arranging transport to and from Lodge. This high standard was not maintained after our arrival e.g. waiter forgot to order my wife’s main course. Also, on our return from a walk we found our choice of herbal tea was restricted to one type (which we didn’t like), one tea spoon, no complimentary biscuits in the room. Plus by 9pm having only arrived at lunchtime I’d exhausted the free wi- fi limit. At breakfast the next morning we even had to pay for a coffee. Given the cost of a room for a night all this smacked of stinginess. On checking out I was asked how my stay had been and I said OK. There was just acceptance of this comment by staff when I would have thought a polite enquiry was needed
Wonderful stay in an idyllic setting and beautiful hiking and views. The staff and food were next level! 10/10
Michael
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2023
2/10 Terrible
Stephane, Ho Chi Minh City
28 Jan 2023
Disliked: Amenities
the hotel impose to take a boat to go there, 100$ per person. no road. It's mentioned in a very small part of the description only. be careful. and no refund when you make a mistake
Stephane
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2023
10/10 Excellent
Karen
25 Jan 2023
Karen
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2023
10/10 Excellent
Josephine
25 Jan 2023
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, room comfort
A must stay.
This is a special place and experience. A must visit. The lodge to the national park to the exceptional customer service. A bucket list for everyone. Expensive but worth every penny.
Such a beautiful place to stay and highly recommended. We parked at Kaiteriteri and took an Abel Tasman Sea Shuttle out to Awaroa Bay which in itself was amazing as it’s picturesque and you get a bit of commentary and sight seeing along the way. The porter is there with their quad bike to take your bags up to the lodge and they’re waiting for you in your room once you’ve checked in. The room is large with seperate sleeping and lounge area and a great bathroom. A deck looks out onto wetlands and bush and it’s so quiet and peaceful. Staff are friendly and the food at restaurant delicious.