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Waitutu Forest Lodge

4.0 star property
Hostel in Wairaurahiri

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Living area
Exterior
Fridge, microwave
Beach/ocean view
Garden

Popular amenities

  • Free Wi-Fi
The current price is NZ$80
includes taxes & fees
26 Dec - 27 Dec

Explore the area

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South Coast Track, Wairaurahiri, Southland, 9691
  • Place, Hump Ridge Track
  • Place, Lake Monowai
  • Place, Lake Hauroko

Room options

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Standard Double Room, Garden View

Standard Double Room, Garden View

Highlights

Heating
Full-sized fridge/freezer
Pillow menu
Down duvet
Separate bath and shower
Microwave
Cookware/dishes/utensils
Stovetop
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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Standard Shared Dormitory, Garden View

Standard Shared Dormitory, Garden View

Highlights

Heating
Full-sized fridge/freezer
Dishwasher
Pillow menu
Down duvet
Separate bath and shower
Microwave
Cookware/dishes/utensils
  • 13 sq m
  • Sleeps 1
  • 4 Single Beds

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Standard Shared Dormitory, Courtyard View

Standard Shared Dormitory, Courtyard View

Highlights

Heating
Full-sized fridge/freezer
Dishwasher
Pillow menu
Down duvet
Separate bath and shower
Microwave
Cookware/dishes/utensils
  • 13 sq m
  • Sleeps 1
  • 3 Single Beds

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Standard Shared Dormitory, Courtyard View

Standard Shared Dormitory, Courtyard View

Highlights

Heating
Full-sized fridge/freezer
Dishwasher
Pillow menu
Down duvet
Separate bath and shower
Microwave
Cookware/dishes/utensils
  • 13 sq m
  • Sleeps 1
  • 3 Single Beds

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Standard Double or Twin Room, 2 Single Beds

Standard Double or Twin Room, 2 Single Beds

Highlights

Heating
Full-sized fridge/freezer
Pillow menu
Down duvet
Separate bath and shower
Microwave
Cookware/dishes/utensils
Stovetop
  • 8 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Single Beds

View all photos for Standard Shared Dormitory, Garden View

Standard Shared Dormitory, Garden View

Standard Shared Dormitory, Garden View

Highlights

Heating
Full-sized fridge/freezer
Pillow menu
Down duvet
Separate bath and shower
Microwave
Cookware/dishes/utensils
Stovetop
  • 23 sq m
  • Sleeps 1
  • 7 Single Beds

About the area

Wairaurahiri

At Waitutu Forest Lodge you'll be in the region of Hump Ridge Track and Lake Hauroko. Highlights at this hostel include free in-room WiFi. .This smoke-free hostel offers free WiFi in public areas, a garden and gas grills. Added amenities include a microwave in a common area and a fridge in a common area. .Sights in the region of this 4-property class Wairaurahiri hostel include Clifden Suspension Bridge and Lake Monowai.
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About this property

Waitutu Forest Lodge

Hostel in Wairaurahiri
As a guest of Waitutu Forest Lodge, you'll find barbecue grills, a garden, and a picnic area. WiFi is free in public spaces. Waitutu Forest Lodge also features a communal living room, a microwave in a common area, and a fridge in a common area.

This 4-star Wairaurahiri hostel is smoke free.

  • 6 guestrooms or units
  • Garden
  • BBQ grill(s)
  • Outdoor picnic space
  • No smoking on site
  • Microwave in a common area
  • Fridge in a common area
Waitutu Forest Lodge offers 6 accommodations. Beds feature down duvets. A pillow menu is available. Guests can surf the web using the complimentary wireless Internet access (speed: 50+ Mbps). Guests have access to shared bathrooms. Bathrooms include a separate bath and shower.

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • In-room WiFi speed: 50+ Mbps
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • No on-site parking available

Conveniences

  • Shared microwave
  • Shared refrigerator

Outdoors

  • Barbecue grill
  • Direct access to the beach
  • Garden
  • In a national park
  • On a river
  • Picnic area

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • 7 steps to reach entrance
  • Smooth flooring in room
  • Stair-free path to entrance
  • Upper floors accessible by stairs only

More

  • Communal living room
  • Smoke-free property

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Down comforter
  • Pillow menu

Bathroom

  • Detached shared bathroom
  • Separate bathtub and shower

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 11:00 AM; check-in end time: anytime
Minimum check-in age - 15

Check-out

Check-out before 10:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

There is no front desk at this property
Guests will receive an email within 48 hours before arrival with check-in instructions; your host will greet you
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Access methods

Host will greet you

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Rollaway/extra beds are not available.
  • Cots (infant beds) are not available.

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.

  • Bed sheets fee: NZD 25 per bed, per stay (or guests may bring their own)
  • Towels fee: NZD 10 per person, per stay (or guests may bring their own)

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; cash is not accepted
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. No on-site parking is available. This property accepts Visa and Mastercard. Cash is not accepted.

National rating

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

Property is also known as

Waitutu Forest Lodge Lodge
Waitutu Forest Lodge Wairaurahiri
Waitutu Forest Lodge Lodge Wairaurahiri

Frequently asked questions

Are there any beaches close to Waitutu Forest Lodge?

The closest beach to Waitutu Forest Lodge is Oreti Beach (80.7 km).

How much does it cost to stay at Waitutu Forest Lodge?

As of 25 Dec 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Waitutu Forest Lodge on 26 Dec 2025 start from NZ$80.00, including taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

Is there a free airport shuttle available at Waitutu Forest Lodge?

No, Waitutu Forest Lodge does not offer an airport shuttle service.

What time are check-in & check-out at Waitutu Forest Lodge?

Check-in begins at 11:00 AM. Check-out time is 10:00 AM.

Are pets allowed at Waitutu Forest Lodge?

No, pets are not allowed.

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