Abel Tasman Lodge
Marahau, Nelson Region
Voted Trip Advisor's best Small Stay in 2019, 2020 & 2022
Abel Tasman Lodge – rated number 10 for Best Small Stays in the World 2022, and No 1 Small Stay in NZ 2019, 2020 & 2022 by TripAdvisor – is just 400 metres from the famed Abel Tasman National Park, restaurants, cafes, beaches, water taxis and kayaking.
It is the perfect base to explore the Abel Tasman area. Park your car and walk to all activities.
The lodge is EKOS carbon positive and boasts private modern chalets nestled amongst the stunning native landscape of Marahau (the Abel Tasman Village), this is a tranquil escape combining comfort with the beauty of nature.
All chalets are equipped with air-conditioning, heat pumps, outdoor dining areas, some with fully kitted-out kitchenettes, complimentary fibre internet, communal kitchen, free parking and EV chargers along with, of course, picturesque views of the Abel Tasman National Park.
A delicious breakfast and packed lunch options are also available, focused on local produce.
Along with complimentary access to our stunning spa pool they offer a personalised massage service in our purpose-built room.
New Zealand owned and operated by Jocelyn & Scott Hendry who have transformed the Lodge, while still preserving its place in the natural environment. A strong flavour of New Zealand’s flora and fauna is evident throughout the Lodge, supported through a gift shop supporting local arts and crafts.
Accommodation
Chalets include:
- Air conditioning & heat pump for extra comfort
- Beach & bath towels, bed linen
- Comfort topper
- Comfy reading chair
- Complimentary locally made organic toiletries
- Complimentary tea & coffee
- Compost & recycling bins
- Cot, highchair and toys for the little one, on request
- Couch for reading and relaxing
- Cutlery & dinnerware
- Flatscreen TV with Freeview and / or chromecast
- Fridge, toaster & kettle
- Hairdryer
- Heated towel rail & bathroom heater
- In-built USB socket
- Modern tiled ensuite bathroom
- Private indoor and outdoor dining
- Wardrobe and space to unpack.
Spacious STUDIO chalet has a queen bed and a single bed in an air-conditioned (& heat pump) open plan layout with an ensuite marble tiled bathroom. It has tea-making facilities but there is a fully equipped kitchen and a barbeque for all guests to use. All these chalets look onto lovely native gardens from private decking.
The KOWHAI SUITE has a super-king size bed and an ensuite bathroom. It has tea making facilities, fridge and microwave. There is also a fully equipped communal kitchen and a barbeque for all our guests to use. This chalet looks onto lovely native gardens and the National Park.
A ONE BEDROOM chalet has a king-size bed. It is fully self-contained with an air-conditioned (& heat pump) lounge room / kitchen and the bathroom has a marble-tiled shower. It has private decking looking onto the farm fields and the National Park.
A modern TWO BEDROOM chalet has a super-king sized bed in one room and 2 singles in the other bedroom. It is fully self-contained with a toilet separate from the marble-tiled bathroom. There is an air-conditioned (& heat pump) lounge/kitchen and it also has a dining setting on the private decking.
Meals
- ‘Of the Region’ Continental Breakfast – local and regional ingredients $
- ‘European Style’ Breakfast – cold meats, European-style cheeses, warm bread rolls $
- Home-made packed-lunch with deicious local produce and home baking $
- Walk to cafes
Facilities
- Guest Laundry $
- Spa pool
- Massage $
- Unlimited fibre WiFi
- Communal kitchen & Weber BBQ’s
- Indoor & outdoor games
- Free parking
- EV chargers
Price: $180 to $360
Family Friendly
Directions
Driving from Picton, Nelson and West Coast:
Take SH60 towards Abel Tasman National Park (follow brown signs) through Motueka and Riwaka.
When you arrive at the T intersection you turn left and then right (follow green Marahau 9 km sign) look for Abel Tasman National Park (brown sign).
Follow the road onto the beachfront. The Lodge is 400 metres further along – just past Aqua Taxis – and is clearly signposted.
Terms
CANCELLATION POLICY 14 days | 100%
CHECK IN from 2pm to 7pm | CHECK OUT by 10am
The reception at Abel Tasman Lodge closes at 7pm. If you are going to arrive later than 7pm please let us know by emailing us at [email protected] or by phoning 03 527 8250
All guests are required to provide a valid Visa or Mastercard at check in. Failure to do so means we reserve the right to withhold access to the chalet with full payment required.
MINIMUM STAY 2 nights, 3 nights for peak-summer dates.
- Jocelyn & Scott Hendry
- T +64 3 527 8250
- W www.abeltasmanlodge.co.nz
- E
295 Sandy Bay-Marahau Road, Marahau
Recommendations:
Abel Tasman National Park world-class scenery with walking, kayaking, canyoning, sailing, horse trekking, beaches all available; just a 5-minute walk from Lodge.
Easy drive to Golden Bay area with several short walks, wild beaches and arts and cafes, beach and clifftop horse treks. 1-hour drive
Nelson wineries and craft breweries within 20 minutes drive from Lodge
Nelson's famous local artisans within a beautiful scenic drive of 40 minutes
Local Area
5 minute walk to Abel Tasman National Park
5 minute walk to beach
5 minute walk to cafés
2 minute walk to water taxi, kayaking, canyoning
40 minutes to wineries
50 minutes from Nelson airport