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The Marlborough

5.0 star property
Luxury eco-certified lodge near St Clair Winery

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Fireplace
Front of property - evening/night
Premium bedding, pillow-top beds, free minibar, in-room safe
Outdoor dining
Designer toiletries, hair dryer, dressing gowns, heated floors
Reviews
9.8

Exceptional

Popular amenities

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Map
776 Rapaura Road, Marlborough, Rapaura, 7273
  • Popular LocationSt Clair Winery2 min drive
  • Popular LocationCloudy Bay Vineyards4 min drive
  • AirportBlenheim (BHE-Woodbourne)5 min drive
  • Popular LocationOmaka Aviation Heritage Centre11 min drive

Room options

View all photos for Deluxe Room, 1 King Bed, Non Smoking, Garden View

Premium bedding, pillow-top beds, free minibar, in-room safe

Deluxe Room, 1 King Bed, Non Smoking, Garden View

Highlights

Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Free minibar items
Flat-screen TV
Pillow-top bed
Blackout curtains
Premium bedding
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

View all photos for Classic Room, 1 Queen Bed, Non Smoking, Garden View

Premium bedding, pillow-top beds, free minibar, in-room safe

Classic Room, 1 Queen Bed, Non Smoking, Garden View

Highlights

Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Free minibar items
Flat-screen TV
Pillow-top bed
Blackout curtains
Premium bedding
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

View all photos for Premium Room, 1 King Bed, Non Smoking, Garden View

Premium bedding, pillow-top beds, free minibar, in-room safe

Premium Room, 1 King Bed, Non Smoking, Garden View

Highlights

Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Free minibar items
Flat-screen TV
Pillow-top bed
Blackout curtains
Premium bedding
  • 40 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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About the area

Rapaura

A luxury stay in Rapaura awaits you at The Marlborough. You'll be 2.1 km (1.3 mi) from St Clair Winery and 4.7 km (2.9 mi) from Cloudy Bay Vineyards. Highlights at this eco-friendly lodge include a restaurant, an outdoor swimming pool and free self-parking. .The lodge's own lounge bar is a nice place to enjoy a drink. Enjoy the seasonal outdoor swimming pool and pool loungers. Added amenities include free WiFi in public areas and laundry facilities. There's also the convenience of an airport shuttle. .Sights within a 10-minute drive of this 5-property class Rapaura lodge include Hans Herzog Estate and Nautilus Estate.
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What's nearby

  • St Clair Winery - 2 min drive
  • Cloudy Bay Vineyards - 4 min drive
  • Pollard Park - 10 min drive
  • Omaka Aviation Heritage Centre - 11 min drive
  • Picton Ferry Terminal - 21 min drive

Getting around

  • Blenheim (BHE-Woodbourne) - 6 min drive

Restaurants

  • The Fancy Cow - 3 min drive
  • Springlands Takeaways - 10 min drive
  • The Vines Village - 4 min drive
  • Makana Boutique Chocolate Factory - 1 min drive
  • Kfc - 7 min drive

About this property

The Marlborough

Luxury eco-certified lodge near St Clair Winery
There's a restaurant on site. You can enjoy a drink at the bar/lounge. Public spaces have free WiFi. An airport shuttle (available 24 hours) is available for a fee. An outdoor pool, a library, and a terrace are also featured at the luxury The Marlborough. Free self parking is available. You'll have access to the health club at a partner property.

This 5-star Rapaura lodge is smoke free.

  • 1 building
  • 10 guestrooms or units
  • 2 levels
  • Built in 1901
  • Poolside lounge chairs
  • Umbrellas for the pool
  • Dry cleaning
  • Self-service laundry
  • Storage area for luggage
  • Front desk safe
  • Tour and ticket information
  • Concierge
  • Library
  • Terrace
  • Garden
  • Outdoor picnic space
  • Fireplace in lobby
  • Bellhop
  • No smoking on site
  • Bar or lounge
  • Dining venue
The Marlborough offers 10 air-conditioned accommodations with free minibar items and minibars. Each accommodation is individually furnished and decorated. Pillowtop beds feature premium bedding. 40-inch flat-screen televisions come with digital channels. Bathrooms include dressing gowns, designer toiletries, complimentary toiletries and hairdryers.

Guests can surf the web using complimentary wireless Internet access. Business-friendly amenities include safes and telephones; local and long-distance calls are complimentary (restrictions may apply). Additionally, rooms include complimentary bottles of water and blackout curtains. A nightly turndown service is provided and housekeeping is offered on a daily basis. Amenities available on request include an iron/ironing board.

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.

Languages

English

Property amenities

Internet

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

Parking and transport

  • 24-hour return airport shuttle on request for a surcharge
  • Free self parking on site

Food and drink

  • A bar/lounge
  • A restaurant
  • Couples/private dining
  • Private picnics

Things to do

  • Helicopter/aeroplane tours
  • Library
  • Outdoor pool
  • Vineyard
  • Winery release events

Conveniences

  • Laundry facilities
  • Luggage storage
  • Safe at front desk

Guest services

  • Concierge services
  • Daily housekeeping
  • Dry cleaning/laundry service
  • Porter/bellhop
  • Proposal/romance packages
  • Tour and ticket assistance
  • Turndown service

Outdoors

  • Garden
  • In a nature reserve
  • Picnic area
  • Pool loungers
  • Pool umbrellas
  • Terrace
  • Vineyard

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Height-adjustable showerhead
  • Lever door handles
  • Upper floors accessible by stairs only
  • Visual fire alarm
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible lounge
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk
  • Wheelchair-accessible restaurant

More

  • 2 floors
  • Building
  • Built in 1901
  • Fireplace in lobby
  • Smoke-free property

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Blackout drapes
  • Pillowtop mattress
  • Premium bedding

Bathroom

  • Designer toiletries
  • Dressing gowns
  • Hair dryer
  • Heated bathroom floor
  • Private bathroom
  • Shampoo
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Toothbrush and toothpaste on request
  • Towels

Entertainment

  • 40-inch flat-screen TV with digital channels

Food and drink

  • Free bottled water
  • Free stocked minibar

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Free local calls
  • Free long-distance calls
  • Heating (climate-controlled)
  • Individual decor
  • Individual furnishings
  • Iron/ironing board on request
  • Phone
  • Safe

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 2 PM; check-in end time: anytime
Minimum check-in age - 18

Check-out

Check-out before 11 AM

Special check-in instructions

This property offers transfers from the airport (surcharges may apply); guests must contact the property with arrival details before travel, using the contact information on the booking confirmation
There is no front desk at this property
Guests will receive an email 48 hours before arrival with check-in instructions; your host will greet you

Renovations and closures

The property is closed between 23 December and 6 January.

Access methods

Host will greet you

Pets

  • No pets allowed, but service animals are welcome

Children and extra beds

  • Children 9 and younger are not allowed at this property. All guests older than 9 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.

  • Airport shuttle fee: NZD 50 per vehicle (one-way, maximum occupancy 5)

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
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.

We should mention

  • The seasonal pool will open in October and close in March.
  • Children 9 years old and younger aren't allowed at this property.

National rating

Qualmark® assigns an official star rating for accommodation in New Zealand. This Boutique & Lodge property has been rated 5 stars.
Official New Zealand Rating provided by Qualmark®

Property is also known as

Marlborough Lodge Blenheim
Marlborough Lodge
Marlborough Blenheim
The Marlborough Lodge Blenheim New Zealand
The Marlborough Lodge
The Marlborough Rapaura
The Marlborough Lodge Rapaura

Frequently asked questions

What is the cancellation policy at The Marlborough?

The Marlborough offers free cancellation on select room rates. Check out the cancellation policy for more info.

How much does it cost to stay at The Marlborough?

As of 14 May 2024, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at The Marlborough on 28 May 2024 start from AU$926.4, 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 The Marlborough?

Yep, The Marlborough has a free self car park.

Does The Marlborough have a pool?

The Marlborough has a seasonal outdoor pool. Grab your bathers and lounge poolside while enjoying under the shade of an umbrella. The pool is open from October to March.

What makes The Marlborough a romantic place to stay?

A vineyard and couples dining, as well as pillowtop beds in the guestrooms, all help set the scene for a romantic weekend at The Marlborough.

Is there a free airport shuttle available at The Marlborough?

No, but there's an airport shuttle that runs 24 hours a day on request for a fee.

Is there a bar or restaurant at The Marlborough?

Yep, they've got a lounge bar and an onsite restaurant.

What time are check-in & check-out at The Marlborough?

Check-in begins at 2 PM. Check-out time is 11 AM.

Are pets allowed at The Marlborough?

No, only service animals are allowed.

The Marlborough Reviews

Reviews

9.8

Exceptional

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Rating 8 - Good. 1 out of 10 reviews" "
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10/10

Cleanliness

9.8/10

Staff & service

10/10

Property conditions & facilities

10/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

John

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Beautiful property in the heart of Marlborough wine country with excellent restaurant and amenities.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2024

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2024

10/10 Excellent

Anna

Stayed 1 night in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Alexander

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2023

10/10 Excellent

Stephen

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Outstanding
Outstanding
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2020

10/10 Excellent

Judith

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2019

10/10 Excellent

Lori

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
The Marlborough was exceptional! The hotel underwent a complete renovation within the last 2 years. The fabrics, linens, color schemes, art work, etc. are of the highest quality and evoke a bespoke experience. This is one of the finest travel experiences I have had!
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2019

8/10 Good

Verified traveller

Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2019

10/10 Excellent

Adam

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Great lodge in the wine region
Awesome. Super clean, comfortable, new. Wonderful staff.
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2017

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
大自然の中の素敵なロッジ。夜は暖炉の前で星空の下、ニュージーランドワインを堪能出来ます。何もしない贅沢。
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2019