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Rarakau Lodge

3.0 star property
Private beach and hot tub, near Hump Ridge Track

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Outdoor spa tub
Front of property
Queen Bunk Room
Reception
Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • Pet-friendly
  • Hot tub
  • Kitchen
  • Breakfast available
  • Housekeeping
  • Laundry
The current price is AU$116
includes taxes & fees
21 June - 22 June

Explore the area

Map
1304B Papatotara Coast Rd, Rowallan, Southland, 9691
  • Hump Ridge Track
    ‪1 min walk‬
  • Lake Hauroko
  • Lake Monowai

Room options

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Economy Room

Economy Room

Highlights

Garden
Patio
Heating
Fridge
Separate bedroom
Microwave
Toaster
Free bottled water
  • Ocean view
  • 8 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Large Single Bunk Beds

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Queen Bunk Room

Queen Bunk Room

Highlights

Garden
Patio
Heating
Fridge
Separate bedroom
Microwave
Toaster
Free bottled water
  • Mountain view
  • 8 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Queen Bunk Bed

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Single Bunk Room

Single Bunk Room

Highlights

Garden
Patio
Heating
Fridge
Plasma TV
Separate bedroom
Microwave
Toaster
  • Mountain view
  • 9 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Large Single Bunk Bed

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Deluxe Suite

Deluxe Suite

Highlights

Garden
Patio
Heating
Fridge
Smart TV
Separate bedroom
Pillow-top bed
Microwave
  • Ocean view
  • 8.5 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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Single Bed (Shared Room)

Single Bed (Shared Room)

Highlights

Garden
Patio
Heating
Fridge
Separate bedroom
Microwave
Toaster
Free bottled water
  • Mountain view
  • 9 sq m
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Single Bed

About the area

Rowallan

A family-friendly stay in Rowallan awaits you at Rarakau Lodge. You'll find Hump Ridge Track and Lake Hauroko in the region. Highlights at this beach lodge include a nearby private beach, free self-parking and Access to hot tub. .Enjoy access to hiking/biking trails and a playground. Additionally, you'll find free Wi-Fi in public areas, laundry facilities and a microwave in a common area. Continental breakfast is available daily between 6:30 AM and 1:00 PM. Bring your pet along and take advantage of this property's pet-friendly amenities, such as food and water bowls. There's also the convenience of limited parking. .With a stay at this 3-property class Rowallan lodge, you'll be 22.8 km (14.2 mi) from Te Wahipounamu and 34 km (21.1 mi) from Clifden Suspension Bridge.
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What's nearby

  • Hump Ridge Track - 1 min walk - 0.1 km

About this property

Rarakau Lodge

Private beach and hot tub, near Hump Ridge Track
A private beach is featured. As a guest of Rarakau Lodge, you'll find a hot tub, barbecue grills, and a vending machine. Event space at this lodge measures 678 square feet (63 square metres) and includes conference space. WiFi is free in public spaces. The family-friendly Rarakau Lodge also features gift shops/newsstands, a picnic area, and laundry facilities. Limited free parking is available on a first-come, first-served basis.

Smoking is allowed in designated areas at this 3-star Rowallan lodge.

  • 6 guestrooms or units
  • 678 sq ft of conference space
  • 63 sq. m of conference space
  • Conference space
  • Breakfast available (surcharge)
  • Self-service laundry
  • Front desk (limited hours)
  • BBQ grill(s)
  • Outdoor picnic space
  • Gift shop
  • Television in lobby
  • Smoking in designated areas
  • Microwave in a common area
  • Fridge in a common area
  • Water dispenser
Rarakau Lodge offers 6 accommodations with complimentary bottles of water and shared/communal kitchens. Rooms open to patios. Fridges and microwaves are provided.

Guests have access to shared bathrooms. Bathrooms include a shower. Guests can surf the web using the complimentary wireless Internet access (speed: 25+ Mbps). An iron/ironing board and change of towels can be requested. Housekeeping is provided on a daily basis.

Languages

English

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • In-room WiFi speed: 25+ Mbps
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Free uncovered self parking on site
  • Limited on-site parking (max 1 space per unit)
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking and van parking available

Food and drink

  • Daily continental breakfast available 6:30 AM to 1:00 PM for a fee: NZD 14 for adults and NZD 14 for children

Things to do

  • Art gallery
  • Designer stores
  • Helicopter/aeroplane tours
  • Hiking/biking trails
  • Hot tub
  • Playground
  • TV in common areas

Family friendly

  • Baby toys
  • Children's books
  • Children's games
  • Children's toys
  • Highchair
  • In-room microwave
  • In-room refrigerator
  • Laundry facilities
  • Playground
  • Travel cot

Conveniences

  • Gift shop/newsstand
  • Guidebooks
  • Laundry facilities
  • Limited-hour front desk
  • Shared microwave
  • Shared refrigerator
  • Vending machine
  • Water dispenser

Guest services

  • Change of towels on request
  • Housekeeping (daily)

Business services

  • 678 square feet of conference space
  • Meeting room

Outdoors

  • Barbecue grill
  • Direct access to a private beach
  • In the mountains
  • Outdoor furniture
  • 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.
  • No lift (single-level property)
  • Stair-free path to entrance
  • Well-lit path to entrance
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible lounge
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible path of travel
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk
  • Wheelchair-accessible spa
  • Wheelchair-accessible van parking

More

  • Communal living room
  • Designated smoking areas

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • Shared bathroom (in-room sink)
  • Shower
  • Soap

Food and drink

  • Cleaning supplies
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Free bottled water
  • Hob
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Refrigerator
  • Shared kitchen access
  • Toaster

More

  • Heating
  • Iron/ironing board on request
  • Printer

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; check-in end time: 10:00 PM
Early check-in subject to availability
Late check-in subject to availability
Minimum check-in age - 15

Check-out

Check-out before 10:00 AM
Contactless check-out
Late check-out subject to availability

Special check-in instructions

The front desk is open daily from 8:00 AM - 10:00 PM
Guests will receive an email 24 hours before arrival with check-in instructions; front desk staffed during limited hours
If you are planning to arrive after noon please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation
At check-in, guests must provide either a negative COVID-19 test result or a record of full COVID-19 vaccination
Negative COVID-19 test result requirement applies to all guests aged 16 and over, and test must have been administered no more than 48 hours prior to check-in; COVID-19 vaccination record requirement applies to all guests aged 16 and over; guests must have received complete vaccination at least 1 days prior to check-in

Access methods

Front desk (limited hours)

Pets

  • Pets are welcome and stay free
  • Only dogs are allowed
  • Maximum 3 pets
  • Food and water bowls are available

Children and extra beds

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

Payment types

Important information

Fees

Guests will be asked to pay the following charges at the property:

  • Spa fee: NZD 20 per accommodation, per night
  • Towels fee: NZD 10 per person, per night

We've listed all charges provided to us by the property.

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: from approximately NZD 14 for adults and from NZD 14 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
Cashless transactions are available
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and a smoke detector
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. For guests' safety, the property includes a fire extinguisher and a smoke detector in all accommodation. Cashless payment methods are available for all transactions. At check-in, guests must provide either a negative COVID-19 test result, or a record of full COVID-19 vaccination. The negative COVID-19 test result requirement applies to all guests aged 16 and over, and the test must have been administered no more than 48 hours prior to check-in. COVID-19 vaccination record requirement applies to all guests aged 16 and over; guests must have received complete vaccination at least 1 days prior to check-in.

We should mention

  • Registered guests are the only ones allowed to be in guestrooms.
  • Certain facilities might have restricted access. For details, you can contact the property at the number on the booking confirmation.
  • This property welcomes guests of all sexual orientations and gender identities (LGBTQ+ friendly).

National rating

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

Property is also known as

Rarakau Lodge Lodge
Rarakau Lodge Rowallan
Rarakau Lodge Lodge Rowallan

Frequently asked questions

What is the cancellation policy at Rarakau Lodge?

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

How much does it cost to stay at Rarakau Lodge?

As of 11 June 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Rarakau Lodge on 21 June 2025 start from AU$115.97, 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 Rarakau Lodge?

Yep, Rarakau Lodge has a free self car park. Onsite parking is limited (max 1 space per unit).

Are there any beaches close to Rarakau Lodge?

The closest beach to Rarakau Lodge is Oreti Beach (67 km).

What makes Rarakau Lodge a romantic place to stay?

1 hot tub, plus private patios in the guestrooms, help set the scene for a romantic weekend at Rarakau Lodge.

Is Rarakau Lodge family-friendly?

You bet! With amenities such as a playground and laundry facilities, as well as highchairs and children's books in the guestrooms, it's no surprise that Rarakau Lodge is a hit with families.

Does Rarakau Lodge serve breakfast?

You bet, continental brekkie is offered daily between 6:30 AM and 1:00 PM.

Is there a free airport shuttle available at Rarakau Lodge?

No, Rarakau Lodge does not offer an airport shuttle service.

What time are check-in & check-out at Rarakau Lodge?

Check-in begins at 2:00 PM. Check-out time is 10:00 AM.

Are pets allowed at Rarakau Lodge?

Dogs are welcome at Rarakau Lodge, with food and water bowls on offer. Just so you know, there's a limit of 3 pets.

Rarakau Lodge Reviews

Reviews

10

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 5 out of 5 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 0 out of 5 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 5 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 5 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 5 reviews

9.6/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Staff & service

10/10

Amenities

9.6/10

Property conditions & facilities

10/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Sharon

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The lodge is located in a very remote location, despite of getting groceries are so inconvenient, Blake showed great generosity and hospitality to all the guests, make us feel like staying in an old friend's house. Kitchen, bathroom, and bed linen are of 5-stars clean. If you're planning to go on the Hump Ridge Track, choose Rarakau Lodge for your pre-departure accommodation is definitely the best option.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Darlene

Stayed 1 night in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Elisa

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

10/10 Excellent

judy

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2024

10/10 Excellent

Alfred

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Lots of personal care by owner and this made the stay enjoyable and memorable. I had a free upgrade to the deluxe room too! Excellent amenities for the venue and room was warm - catered for by a good heater. I rate this place highly, if you want a bit of time out of town for a nature retreat and quiet space. Many thanks and blessings!
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2023