At Possum Lodge you'll be within steps of Lake Manapouri and Te Wahipounamu. Highlights at this lodge include free in-room WiFi. .This pet-friendly lodge offers free WiFi in public areas, a garden and barbecues. Added amenities include laundry facilities and a fridge in a common area. There's also the convenience of free self parking. .Sights within a 15-minute drive of this Manapouri lodge include Frasers Beach and Ivon Wilson Park.
Fiordland National Park Visitor Centre - 24 min drive - 25.6 km
Kepler Track - 27 min drive - 26.0 km
Restaurants
The Church Manapouri - 6 min walk
Real Journeys Cafe - 9 min walk
Manapouri Cafe & Dairy - 6 min walk
mexican bay - 6 min walk
About this property
Possum Lodge
Possum Lodge offers its guests barbecue grills, tour/ticket assistance, and a garden. Public spaces have free WiFi. Possum Lodge also features a picnic area, laundry facilities, and a communal living room. Self parking is free.
Smoking is allowed in designated areas at this Manapouri lodge.
9 guestrooms or units
Self-service laundry
Front desk (limited hours)
Storage area for luggage
Tour and ticket information
Garden
BBQ grill(s)
Outdoor picnic space
Smoking in designated areas
Fridge in a common area
Possum Lodge offers 9 accommodations. This Manapouri lodge provides complimentary wireless Internet access. Change of towels and change of bedsheets can be requested. Housekeeping is provided on request.
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
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Communal living room
Designated smoking areas
Room amenities
Bedroom
Bedsheets provided
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Heating
Window screens
Policies
Check-in
Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; check-in end time: anytime
Minimum check-in age - 16
Check-out
Check-out before 10:00 AM
Special check-in instructions
Front desk staffed during limited hours
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools
Access methods
Front desk (limited hours), key retrieval
Pets
Pets are welcome and stay free
Children and extra beds
Children are welcome.
Rollaway/extra beds are not available.
Cots (infant beds) are not available.
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 fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a security system and a first aid kit
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 is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business or profession. This property accepts Visa, Mastercard, debit cards and cash. For guests' safety, the property includes a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a security system and a first aid kit in all accommodation.
National rating
Property class, provided by our rating system, is based on property type, amenities and services.
Property is also known as
Possum Lodge Lodge
Possum Lodge Manapouri
Possum Lodge Lodge Manapouri
Frequently asked questions
What is the cancellation policy at Possum Lodge?
Possum Lodge offers free cancellation on select room rates. Check out the cancellation policy for more info.
Is parking available at Possum Lodge?
Yep, Possum Lodge has a free self car park.
Are there any beaches close to Possum Lodge?
Yep, Possum Lodge is a short 3-minute walk from Frasers Beach.
Fun beach activities include fishing.
Is there a free airport shuttle available at Possum Lodge?
No, Possum Lodge does not offer an airport shuttle service.
What time are check-in & check-out at Possum Lodge?
Check-in begins at 2:00 PM. Check-out time is 10:00 AM.
Possum Lodge Reviews
Reviews
9.0
Wonderful
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.
Great cabin ideal location for boat trip on Doubtful sound short drive to Te anau
Faren H
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2026
Verified
10/10 Excellent
Scott
20 Feb 2026
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Clean, well equipped.
Scott
Stayed 4 nights in Feb 2026
Verified
8/10 Good
Marjukka
11 Nov 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, room comfort
Very rustic but clean and comfortable.
Marjukka
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025
Verified
8/10 Good
Tyler
2 Jan 2026
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Unexpected in a good way. Cabin was very comfortable, clean, and large. A great place for free spirited travellers to get away. The best part was the wonderful hospitality from the owner. I would gladly return to the Possum Lodge.
Stayed here for a night before a Doubtful Sound cruise. The location was perfect (right down the street from the RealNZ ferry). The facilities were simple but very comfy. Right along the water with multiple paths around the grounds. Felt like a cool little community with many different travelers. Would definitely recommend to anyone traveling to this area!
Room’s clean. Staffs are helpful.
Overall very good value for money.
Yuan-Hsiang
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025
Verified
10/10 Excellent
Norhamidah
10 Dec 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Clean room
Norhamidah
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2025
Verified
6/10 Okay
Kelly
2 Dec 2025
Liked: Staff & service
The staff was very kind and friendly and the room itself was nice and cozy. But the shared facilities were not as well kept. The bathroom and shower facilities were messy/dirty - it was nearly impossible to keep anything dry in the shower areas. Overall, for the cost and location and short stay, it’s fine.
Henry was amazing and showed us around the lodge! It's located near the water with wonderful views (and kayaks!), and a great outdoor fireplace. I wish we had gotten to stay longer!