Kanuka Ridge Lodge and Backpackers

2.0 star property
Hostel with free parking, near Marahau Beach

Photo gallery for Kanuka Ridge Lodge and Backpackers

Living area
Economy Double Room, Shared Bathroom, Garden View
Reception
Basic Twin Room, 2 Single Beds, Ensuite, Garden View
Comfort Triple Room

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • Laundry
  • Kitchen
  • Parking included
  • Free WiFi

Explore the area

View map
21 Moss Rd, Abel Tasman National Park, Kaiteriteri, 7197
  • Marahau Beach
    ‪5 min drive‬
  • Kaiteriteri Beach
    ‪9 min drive‬
  • Little Kaiteriteri Beach
    ‪10 min drive‬
  • Nelson (NSN)
    ‪58 min drive‬

Room options

About the area

Kaiteriteri

At Kanuka Ridge Lodge and Backpackers, you'll be 3.4 km (2.1 mi) from Marahau Beach and 4.6 km (2.9 mi) from Abel Tasman Coast Track. Highlights at this hostel include free in-room WiFi. .This smoke-free hostel offers free WiFi in public areas, a terrace and a garden. Other amenities include coffee/tea in a common area, laundry facilities and a microwave in a common area. There's also the convenience of free self parking. .Sights within a 15-minute drive of this Kaiteriteri hostel include Abel Tasman National Park and Kaiteriteri Mountain Bike Park.

What's nearby

  • Marahau Beach - 5 min drive - 4.4 km
  • Kaiteriteri Beach - 9 min drive - 5.1 km
  • Little Kaiteriteri Beach - 10 min drive - 5.4 km
  • Kaiteriteri Mountain Bike Park - 10 min drive - 5.4 km
  • Abel Tasman Coast Track - 16 min drive - 6.2 km

Getting around

  • Nelson (NSN) - 60 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Park Cafe - ‬7 min drive
  • ‪The Beached Whale - ‬12 min drive
  • ‪The Fat Tui - ‬7 min drive
  • ‪Mrs Smiths Cafe & Vegetables - ‬8 min drive
  • ‪Gone Burgers - ‬12 min drive

About this property

Kanuka Ridge Lodge and Backpackers

Hostel with free parking, near Marahau Beach
As a guest of Kanuka Ridge Lodge and Backpackers, you'll find a terrace, barbecue grills, and multilingual staff. WiFi is free in public spaces. Kanuka Ridge Lodge and Backpackers also features a garden, a picnic area, and coffee/tea in common area. Free self parking is available.

This Kaiteriteri hostel is smoke free.

  • 8 guestrooms or units
  • Coffee in lobby
  • Self-service laundry
  • Front desk (limited hours)
  • Staff members are multilingual
  • Storage area for luggage
  • Corner/local shop
  • Terrace
  • Garden
  • BBQ grill(s)
  • Outdoor picnic space
  • No smoking on site
  • Microwave in a common area
  • Fridge in a common area
Kanuka Ridge Lodge and Backpackers offers 8 accommodations with blackout curtains. This Kaiteriteri hostel provides complimentary wireless Internet access. Guests can make use of the shared/communal kitchen.

Similar properties

Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Free self parking on site

Food and drink

  • Coffee and tea in common areas

Things to do

  • Bicycle storage
  • Bicycles

Conveniences

  • Grocery/convenience store
  • Laundry facilities
  • Limited-hour front desk
  • Luggage storage
  • Shared microwave
  • Shared refrigerator

Guest services

  • Multilingual staff

Outdoors

  • Barbecue grill
  • Garden
  • In a national park
  • Outdoor entertainment area
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Picnic area
  • Terrace

Accessibility

  • No lift
  • Thin carpet in room

More

  • 100% renewable energy
  • Communal living room
  • Comprehensive food waste policy
  • Comprehensive recycling policy
  • Eco-friendly cleaning products used
  • Reception hall
  • Smoke-free property

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided
  • Blackout drapes

Bathroom

  • Towels provided

Food and drink

  • Shared kitchen access

More

  • Bulk dispensers for toiletries
  • Eco-friendly toiletries
  • Heating

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; check-in end time: 6:30 PM
Minimum check-in age - 18

Check-out

Check-out before 10:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

The front desk is open daily from 3:00 PM - 7:00 PM
Guests planning to arrive outside of normal check-in hours must contact the property in advance for check-in instructions and key retrieval information; front desk staffed during limited hours
To make arrangements for check-in please contact the property ahead of time using the information on the booking confirmation
If you are planning to arrive after 7:00 PM please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation

Renovations and closures

This property is closed from 19 April 2025 to 17 April 2027 (dates subject to change).

Access methods

Front desk (limited hours), key retrieval

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Children and extra beds

  • Children 12 and younger are not allowed at this property. All guests older than 12 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
Cashless transactions are available
This property uses a grey water recycling system and eco-friendly cleaning products
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios and terraces, which may not be suitable for children; if you have any concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm that they can accommodate you in a suitable room
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 has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios and terraces, which may not be suitable for children. If you have any concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm that they can accommodate you in a suitable room. This property accepts Visa, Mastercard, debit cards and cash. This property uses a grey water recycling system and eco-friendly cleaning products. Cashless payment methods are available for all transactions.

We should mention

  • Children 12 years old and younger aren't allowed at this property.

National rating

For the benefit of our customers, we have provided a rating based on our ratings system.

Property is also known as

Kanuka Ridge Lodge and Backpackers Kaiteriteri

Frequently asked questions

Is parking available at Kanuka Ridge Lodge and Backpackers?

Yep, Kanuka Ridge Lodge and Backpackers has a free self car park.

Are there any beaches close to Kanuka Ridge Lodge and Backpackers?

The closest beach to Kanuka Ridge Lodge and Backpackers is Marahau Beach (3 km).

Is there a free airport shuttle available at Kanuka Ridge Lodge and Backpackers?

No, Kanuka Ridge Lodge and Backpackers does not offer an airport shuttle service.

What time are check-in & check-out at Kanuka Ridge Lodge and Backpackers?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM. Check-out time is 10:00 AM.

Are pets allowed at Kanuka Ridge Lodge and Backpackers?

No, pets are not allowed.