Abel Tasman Lodge

4.5 star property
Motel with a full-service spa, near Abel Tasman National Park

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One Bedroom Chalet | View from room
Kowhai Suite
Property grounds
Kowhai Suite | Private kitchenette
One Bedroom Chalet | Private kitchen

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • Hot tub
  • Room service
  • Laundry
  • Housekeeping
  • Air conditioning

Explore the area

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295 Sandy Bay-Marahau Road, Marahau, 7197
  • Place, Marahau Beach
    ‪6 min walk‬
  • Place, Kaiteriteri Beach
    ‪13 min drive‬
  • Place, Little Kaiteriteri Beach
    ‪14 min drive‬
  • Airport, Nelson (NSN)
    ‪64 min drive‬

Room options

Studio Chalet

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
(4 reviews)

Highlights

Furnished patio
Air conditioning
Free cots/infant beds
Fridge
Flat-screen TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Renovated in 2022
Premium bedding
  • 26 sq m
  • Park view
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Queen Bed and 1 Twin Bed

One Bedroom Chalet

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)

Highlights

Furnished patio
Separate dining area
Separate sitting area
Air conditioning
Kitchenette
Fridge
Flat-screen TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
  • 34 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Park view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

Two Bedroom Chalet

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(2 reviews)

Highlights

Furnished patio
Separate dining area
Separate sitting area
Air conditioning
Free cots/infant beds
Kitchenette
Fridge
Flat-screen TV
  • 42 sq m
  • 2 bedrooms
  • Park view
  • Sleeps 5
  • 1 King Bed and 2 Twin Beds

Kowhai Suite

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)

Highlights

Furnished patio
Air conditioning
Fridge
Flat-screen TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Renovated in 2022
Premium bedding
Egyptian cotton bed sheets
  • 45 sq m
  • Park view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

About the area

Marahau

At Abel Tasman Lodge you'll be within a 20-minute stroll of Abel Tasman Coast Track and Marahau Beach. Highlights at this motel include a full-service spa, free self-parking and Access to hot tub. .This smoke-free motel offers free WiFi in public areas, concierge services and a games room. Other amenities include massage/treatment rooms, laundry facilities and a microwave in a common area. Continental breakfast is available daily between 7:30 AM and 8:30 AM. .In proximity to this 4.5-property class Marahau motel you'll find Abel Tasman National Park.

What's nearby

  • Marahau Beach - 6 min walk - 0.6 km
  • Abel Tasman Coast Track - 13 min walk - 1.1 km
  • Kaiteriteri Beach - 13 min drive - 7.6 km
  • Little Kaiteriteri Beach - 14 min drive - 8.0 km
  • Abel Tasman Paddleboarding - 15 min drive - 8.4 km

Getting around

  • Nelson (NSN) - 67 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪The Fat Tui - ‬5 min walk
  • ‪The Beached Whale - ‬17 min drive
  • ‪Park Cafe - ‬7 min walk
  • ‪Gone Burgers - ‬17 min drive
  • ‪The Mussel Inn - ‬12 min drive

About this property

Abel Tasman Lodge

Motel with a full-service spa, near Abel Tasman National Park
Abel Tasman Lodge offers its guests a full-service spa and Access to hot tub. WiFi is free in public spaces. Spa services, a library, and a terrace are also featured at Abel Tasman Lodge. Free self parking is available. A complete renovation of Abel Tasman Lodge was completed in September 2022.

This 4.5-star Marahau motel is smoke free.

  • 1 floor
  • 15 guestrooms or units
  • Built in 1995
  • Breakfast available (surcharge)
  • Self-service laundry
  • Front desk (limited hours)
  • Storage area for luggage
  • Front desk safe
  • Tour and ticket information
  • Concierge
  • Games room or arcade
  • Library
  • Terrace
  • Garden
  • BBQ grill(s)
  • Outdoor picnic space
  • On-site shopping
  • No smoking on site
  • Microwave in a common area
  • Fridge in a common area
  • 1 conference room
Abel Tasman Lodge offers 15 air-conditioned accommodations, with free toiletries. Rooms open to furnished patios. Beds feature Egyptian cotton sheets and premium bedding. Flat-screen televisions are featured in guestrooms. This Marahau motel provides complimentary wireless Internet access. Guests can make use of the in-room fridges and coffee/tea makers. Housekeeping is offered on a daily basis and hypo-allergenic bedding can be requested. Renovation of all guestrooms was completed in September 2022.
Guests can pamper themselves with a trip to the on-site spa, which has 1 treatment room. Services include deep-tissue massages and massages.

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

  • Free self parking on site

Food and drink

  • Daily continental breakfast available 7:30 AM to 8:30 AM for a fee: NZD 20 to 22 for adults and NZD 10 to 10 for children

Things to do

  • Arcade/game room
  • Full-service spa
  • Hot tub
  • Library
  • Shopping

Family friendly

  • Arcade/game room
  • In-room refrigerator
  • Laundry facilities

Conveniences

  • Laundry facilities
  • Limited-hour front desk
  • Luggage storage
  • Safe at front desk
  • Shared microwave
  • Shared refrigerator

Guest services

  • Concierge services
  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Tour and ticket assistance

Business services

  • Meeting room

Outdoors

  • Barbecue grill
  • Garden
  • In a national park
  • Picnic area
  • Terrace

Full-service spa

  • Deep-tissue massages
  • Treatment room

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Grab bar near toilet
  • No lift
  • Raised toilet seat
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk

More

  • 1 floor
  • Banquet hall
  • Built in 1995
  • Renovated entire property - September 2022
  • Smoke-free property

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Egyptian cotton sheets
  • Hypo-allergenic bedding

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries
  • Private bathroom
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • Flat-screen TV

Food and drink

  • Cleaning supplies
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Freezer
  • Refrigerator
  • Room service
  • Toaster

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Cleaning products are eco-friendly
  • Desk
  • Electrical adapters
  • Heating (climate-controlled)
  • Window screens

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 2 PM; check-in end time: 7 PM
Late check-in subject to availability
Minimum check-in age - 18

Check-out

Check-out before 10 AM

Special check-in instructions

The front desk is open daily from 7:30 AM - 7 PM
Guests must contact the property in advance for check-in instructions; 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 PM please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation

Access methods

Front desk (limited hours)

Pets

  • No pets allowed, but service animals are welcome

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Rollaway/extra 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.

  • Fee for continental breakfast: approximately NZD 20 to 22 for adults and NZD 10 to 10 for children

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, debit cards and cash
This property reserves the right to pre-authorise the guest's credit card prior to arrival.
Safety features at this property include a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector and a first aid kit
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, American Express, debit cards and cash. This property reserves the right to pre-authorise the guest's credit card prior to arrival. For guests' safety, the property includes a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector and a first aid kit in all accommodation.

We should mention

  • 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

Abel Tasman Lodge Marahau
Abel Tasman Marahau
Abel Tasman Lodge Motel
Abel Tasman Lodge Marahau
Abel Tasman Lodge Motel Marahau

Frequently asked questions

What is the cancellation policy at Abel Tasman Lodge?

Abel Tasman Lodge offers free cancellation on select room rates. Check out the cancellation policy for more info.

Is parking available at Abel Tasman Lodge?

Yep, Abel Tasman Lodge has a free self car park.

Are there any beaches close to Abel Tasman Lodge?

Yep, Abel Tasman Lodge is a short 7-minute walk from Marahau Beach.

Is there a spa on site at Abel Tasman Lodge?

Yep, there is an onsite spa at Abel Tasman Lodge. You'll enjoy services like deep-tissue massages.

What makes Abel Tasman Lodge a romantic place to stay?

1 hot tub, plus premium bedding in the guestrooms, help set the scene for a romantic weekend at Abel Tasman Lodge.

Does Abel Tasman Lodge serve breakfast?

You bet, continental brekkie is offered daily from 7:30 AM to 8:30 AM.

Is there a free airport shuttle available at Abel Tasman Lodge?

No, Abel Tasman Lodge does not offer an airport shuttle service.

What time are check-in & check-out at Abel Tasman Lodge?

Check-in begins at 2 PM. Check-out time is 10 AM.

Are pets allowed at Abel Tasman Lodge?

No, only service animals are allowed.