Awatuna Sunset Lodge
4.5 star property
Adults-only beachfront bed & breakfast with hot tub
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Reviews
1010 out of 10
Exceptional
Popular amenities
- Hot tub
- Free airport shuttle
- Room service
- Housekeeping
- Bar
The current price is AU$432
AU$432
includes taxes & fees
1 Oct - 2 Oct
Explore the area
1209A Kumara Jct Hwy, Awatuna, 7882
- Hokitika Beach12 min drive
- National Kiwi Centre12 min drive
- Shantytown19 min drive
- Hokitika (HKK)13 min drive
Room options
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Tasman King Room
10.010.0 out of 10
Exceptional
1 review
(1 review)
Highlights
Deck/patio
Separate sitting area
Soundproofed
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Heating
Smart TV
- 20 sq m
- Sea view
- Sleeps 2
- 1 King Bed
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Economy Triple Room
Highlights
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Heating
Smart TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Pillow menu
Renovated in 2022
- 18 sq m
- Sleeps 3
- 1 Queen Bed and 1 Large Twin Bed
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Deluxe Double Room
Highlights
Garden
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Heating
Smart TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Pillow menu
- Sea view
- Sleeps 2
- 1 King Bed
About the area
Awatuna
A luxury stay in Awatuna awaits you at Awatuna Sunset Lodge. You'll be 12 km (7.5 mi) from Jagosi Jade and 12.4 km (7.7 mi) from Hokitika Lighthouse. Highlights at this beachfront B&B include free daily breakfast, a restaurant and free self-parking. .The restaurant, Free drink, nibbles 6pm, is open for breakfast and dinner. The bed & breakfast's own lounge bar is a nice place to enjoy a drink. Spend the day at the beach where you'll find kayaking, and enjoy the on-site Hot tub. Other amenities include free Wi-Fi in public areas, a free manager's reception and coffee/tea in a common area. Free full breakfast is available daily between 8:00 AM and 10:00 AM. There's also the convenience of a free airport shuttle. .Places within a 15-minute drive of this 4.5-property class Awatuna B&B include National Kiwi Centre and Hokitika Beach.
What's nearby
- Hokitika Beach - 12 min drive - 16.1 km
- National Kiwi Centre - 12 min drive - 16.4 km
- Te Waipounamu Maori Heritage Centre - 12 min drive - 16.4 km
- Sunset Point - 13 min drive - 17.2 km
- Shantytown - 19 min drive - 25.9 km
Getting around
- Greymouth Station - 21 min drive
- Hokitika (HKK) - 11 min drive
Restaurants
- Theatre Royal Hotel - 11 min drive
- Junction Honey Cafe - 6 min drive
- The Jct Art & Craft Cafe - 6 min drive
- Western Food @ West Coast Food Market - 13 min drive
- 福苑 - 13 min drive
About this property
Awatuna Sunset Lodge
Adults-only beachfront bed & breakfast with hot tub
There's a restaurant on site. You can enjoy a drink at the bar/lounge. Free breakfast is served daily, and guests can also enjoy a free nightly manager's reception. Public spaces have free WiFi.
A hot tub, a library, and a terrace are also featured at the luxury Awatuna Sunset Lodge. A roundtrip airport shuttle during limited hours, A beach shuttle and A train station pick-up shuttle are free. Free self parking is available. A complete renovation of Awatuna Sunset Lodge was completed in October 2022.
This 4.5-star Awatuna bed & breakfast is smoke free.
- 1 floor
- 3 guestrooms or units
- Built in 2006
- Full breakfast (free)
- Manager's reception (free)
- Charging station for electric cars
- Coffee in lobby
- Front desk (limited hours)
- Staff members are multilingual
- Front desk safe
- Tour and ticket information
- Library
- Terrace
- Garden
- Outdoor picnic space
- Gift shop
- On-site shopping
- No smoking on site
- Microwave in a common area
- Fridge in a common area
- Water dispenser
- Bar or lounge
- Dining venue
Awatuna Sunset Lodge offers 3 air-conditioned accommodations, which are accessible via exterior corridors, and features a safe and complimentary bottles of water. Each accommodation is individually furnished and decorated. Pillowtop beds feature Egyptian cotton sheets and premium bedding. A pillow menu is available. 43-inch Smart televisions come with digital channels and Netflix.
Bathrooms include a shower with a rainfall showerhead, bathrobes, slippers and complimentary toiletries. Guests can surf the web using complimentary wireless Internet access. Additionally, rooms include a hairdryer and an iron/ironing board. Housekeeping is offered on a daily basis and hypo-allergenic bedding can be requested.
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.
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Property amenities
Internet
- Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
- Available in some public areas: Free WiFi
Parking and transport
- Electric car charging station on site
- Free return airport shuttle from 1:00 PM to 7:00 PM
- Free train station pick-up shuttle from 10:00 AM to 2:30 PM
- Free beach shuttle
- Free bus station shuttle
- Free train station drop-off
- Free uncovered self parking on site
Food and drink
- Free full breakfast available daily 8:00 AM to 10:00 AM
- A bar/lounge
- A restaurant
- Coffee and tea in common areas
- Free daily manager's reception
- Private picnics
Restaurants on site
- Free drink, nibbles 6pm
Things to do
- Art gallery
- Bicycle storage
- Boat tours
- Ecotours
- Fishing
- Hot tub
- Kayaking
- Library
- Shopping
Conveniences
- Gift shop/newsstand
- Guidebooks
- Limited-hour front desk
- Safe at front desk
- Shared microwave
- Shared refrigerator
- Water dispenser
Guest services
- Housekeeping (daily)
- Multilingual staff
- Proposal/romance packages
- Tour and ticket assistance
Business services
- Coworking space
Outdoors
- Garden
- On a river
- On the beach
- Outdoor furniture
- Picnic area
- Terrace
- Vegetable garden
Accessibility
- High-pile carpet in room
- No lift
- Smooth flooring in public areas
More
- 1 floor
- At least 80% of food locally-sourced
- At least 80% organic food
- Built in 2006
- Communal living room
- Comprehensive food waste policy
- Comprehensive recycling policy
- Double-glazed windows
- Electric bike charging
- Local artist showcase
- Local culture and ecosystem education
- Locally-owned and organised tours and activities
- No plastic coffee stirrers
- No plastic drinking straws
- No plastic soft drink bottles
- No plastic water bottles
- Renovated entire property - October 2022
- Reusable cups
- Reusable tableware
- Smoke-free property
- Traditional architecture
- Vegan dining options
- Vegetarian breakfast available
- Vegetarian dining options
- Water dispenser usage encouraged
Room amenities
Bedroom
- Blackout drapes
- Egyptian cotton sheets
- Hypo-allergenic bedding
- Pillow menu
- Pillowtop mattress
Bathroom
- Dressing gowns
- Free toiletries
- Hair dryer
- Private bathroom
- Rainfall showerhead
- Shampoo
- Shower
- Slippers
- Soap
- Toilet paper
- Towels provided
Entertainment
- 43-inch smart TV with digital channels
- Netflix
- Streaming services
Food and drink
- Champagne service
- Free bottled water
- Limited room service
More
- Access via exterior corridors
- Air conditioning
- Composting
- Eco-friendly toiletries
- Heating
- Individual decor
- Individual furnishings
- Iron/ironing board
- LED lighting
- Recycling
- Safe
- Water-efficient showers
- Water-efficient toilets
Policies
Check-in
Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; check-in end time: 6:00 PM
Minimum check-in age - 18
Check-out
Check-out before 10:30 AM
Special check-in instructions
This property offers transfers from the airport and train station; to arrange pick-up, guests must contact the property 72 hours prior to arrival, using the contact information on the booking confirmation
The front desk is open daily from 8:00 AM - 6:00 PM
Guests will receive an email within 48 hours before arrival with check-in instructions; front desk staffed during limited hours
This property doesn't offer after-hours check-in
Access methods
Front desk (limited hours)
Pets
- No pets allowed
Children and extra beds
- Children younger than 18 are not allowed at this adults-only property. All guests 18 and older 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 and cash
Cashless transactions are available
Safety features at this property include a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a first aid kit and outdoor lighting
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.
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 and cash. For guests' safety, the property includes a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a first aid kit and outdoor lighting in all accommodation. Cashless payment methods are available for all transactions.
We should mention
- This is an adults-only property and guests under 18 years old aren't allowed.
- This property welcomes guests of all sexual orientations and gender identities (LGBTQ+ friendly).
National rating
Rating provided by Qualmark®, source of official star ratings for accommodation in New Zealand.
Property is also known as
Awatuna Sunset Lodge Awatuna
Awatuna Sunset Lodge Bed & breakfast
Awatuna Sunset Lodge Bed & breakfast Awatuna
Frequently asked questions
What is the cancellation policy at Awatuna Sunset Lodge?
Awatuna Sunset Lodge offers free cancellation on select room rates. Check out the cancellation policy for more info.
How much does it cost to stay at Awatuna Sunset Lodge?
As of 10 Sept 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Awatuna Sunset Lodge on 1 Oct 2025 start from AU$431.97, 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 parking available at Awatuna Sunset Lodge?
Yep, Awatuna Sunset Lodge has a free self car park.
Are there any beaches close to Awatuna Sunset Lodge?
The closest beach to Awatuna Sunset Lodge is Hokitika Beach (13.1 km).
What makes Awatuna Sunset Lodge a romantic place to stay?
1 hot tub and beachfront dining, as well as rainfall showerheads and pillowtop beds in the guestrooms, help set the scene for a romantic weekend at Awatuna Sunset Lodge.
Is Awatuna Sunset Lodge family-friendly?
No, Awatuna Sunset Lodge is an adults-only property.
Does Awatuna Sunset Lodge serve breakfast?
You bet, free full breakfast is on offer daily from 8:00 AM to 10:00 AM.
Is there a free airport shuttle available at Awatuna Sunset Lodge?
Yep, there's a free airport shuttle that runs from 1:00 PM - 7:00 PM.
Is there a bar or restaurant at Awatuna Sunset Lodge?
Yep, they've got a lounge bar and an onsite restaurant that serves breakfast and dinner.
What time are check-in & check-out at Awatuna Sunset Lodge?
Check-in begins at 3:00 PM. Check-out time is 10:30 AM.
Are pets allowed at Awatuna Sunset Lodge?
No, pets are not allowed.
