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Ratanui Lodge

4.5 star property
Ratanui Lodge offers eco-friendly comfort near Golden Bay's natural wonders, with thoughtful dining and relaxation spaces for adventure and tranquility.

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Located near Wainui Falls, Ratanui Lodge offers cooked-to-order breakfasts and evening meals at The Dining Room. Guests can relax in the spa tub, swim in the outdoor pool, or borrow bikes to explore Tata Beach. Eco-certified staff provide concierge services for nature enthusiasts.

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • Pool
  • Hot tub
  • Parking included
  • Free WiFi
The current price is AED 1,244
AED 1,431 total
includes taxes & fees
18 Mar - 19 Mar

Room options

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Deluxe Triple Room | Premium bedding, down comforters, in-room safe, individually decorated

Deluxe Triple Room

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(4 reviews)

Highlights

Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Heating
Connecting rooms available
Mini-fridge
Flat-screen TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Separate bedroom
  • 34 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Twin Bed OR 3 Twin Beds

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Deluxe Room | Premium bedding, down comforters, in-room safe, individually decorated

Deluxe Room

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional
(8 reviews)

Highlights

Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Heating
Connecting rooms available
Mini-fridge
Flat-screen TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Down duvet
  • 27 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed OR 2 Twin Beds

About the neighborhood

Located in Pohara, Ratanui Lodge is near the beach. The area's natural beauty can be seen at Tata Beach and Te Waikoropupu Springs. Wainui Falls and Rawhiti Cave are two other places to visit that come recommended. Kayaking and fishing offer great chances to get out on the surrounding water, or you can seek out an adventure with rock climbing and mountain biking nearby. Visit our Pohara travel guide
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818 Abel Tasman Dr, Pohara, 7183

What's nearby

  • Split Apple Rock, Abel Tasman National Park, New Zealand
    Abel Tasman National Park
    15 min drive - 17.4 km
  • Such a peaceful place. Especially lucky when you get there in the morning, the sun just coming out from behind the clouds and no one around!
    Te Waikoropupu Springs
    16 min drive - 16.6 km
  • Pohara Beach
    1 min walk - 0.1 km
  • Tata Beach
    5 min drive - 5.8 km
  • Kaiteriteri Beach
    46 min drive - 68.0 km

Restaurants

  • The Wholemeal Cafe
    10 min drive
  • Nikau
    1 min walk
  • Bay Take Away
    10 min drive
  • Molly B’s
    2 min walk
  • Roots Bar
    9 min drive

About this property

Ratanui Lodge

Luxury lodge near Tata Beach
Located close to Wainui Falls, Ratanui Lodge provides free cooked-to-order breakfast, a terrace, and a garden. For some rest and relaxation, visit the hot tub. The on-site restaurant, The Dining Room, serves dinner. Stay connected with free in-room WiFi, and guests can find other amenities such as dry cleaning/laundry services and a fireplace in the lobby.
You'll also find perks like:
  • An outdoor pool along with sun loungers
  • Free self parking
  • 1 meeting room, luggage storage, and concierge services
  • A front-desk safe, a banquet hall, and tour/ticket assistance
  • Guest reviews give top marks for the helpful staff
Room features
All guestrooms are individually furnished, and offer comforts such as premium bedding and bathrobes, in addition to thoughtful touches like free WiFi and safes.
More amenities include:
  • Heating and ceiling fans
  • Hypo-allergenic bedding and down comforters
  • Bathrooms with tubs or showers and hair dryers
  • Wardrobes/closets, mini fridges, and electric kettles

Awards and affiliations

Eco-Certified Property
This property participates in Qualmark Sustainable Tourism Business Award, a program that measures the property's impact on one or more of the following: environment, community, cultural-heritage, the local economy.

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi and wired internet

Parking and transportation

  • Free uncovered self parking on site
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking available

Food and drink

  • Free cooked-to-order breakfast available daily 8:00 AM to 10:00 AM
  • A bar/lounge
  • A restaurant

Restaurants on site

  • The Dining Room

Things to do

  • Hot tub
  • Outdoor pool
  • Piano

Conveniences

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

Guest services

  • Concierge services
  • Dry cleaning/laundry service
  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Tour and ticket assistance
  • Wedding services

Business services

  • Conference center (129 square feet of space)
  • Meeting room

Outdoors

  • Garden
  • Pool loungers
  • Terrace

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • No elevator
  • Stair-free path to entrance
  • Well-lit path to entrance
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible lounge
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk
  • Wheelchair-accessible restaurant

More

  • 1 building
  • 1 floor
  • Banquet hall
  • Built in 2010
  • Communal living room
  • Designated smoking areas
  • Fireplace in lobby
  • Traditional architecture

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Down comforter
  • Hypo-allergenic bedding
  • Premium bedding

Bathroom

  • Bathrobes
  • Bathtub or shower
  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • 32-inch flat-screen TV

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Electric kettle
  • Mini-fridge
  • Room service

More

  • Access via exterior corridors
  • Ceiling fan
  • Connecting rooms available
  • Desk
  • Heating
  • Individual decor
  • Individual furnishings
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Safe

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: 8:00 PM
Late check-in subject to availability
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 10:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

The property charges 2.5 percent for credit card payments
The front desk is open daily from 8:00 AM - 5:30 PM
Front desk staffed during limited hours
If you are planning to arrive after 5:00 PM please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Access methods

Front desk (limited hours)

Pets

Pets not allowed (service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees)

Children and extra beds

Children 4 and younger are not allowed at this property; All guests older than 4 are welcome

Property payment types

Important information

Optional extras

  • Credit card charges are subject to a surcharge of 2.5 percent

The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may not include tax and are subject to change.

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 and debit cards; cash is not accepted
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher

We should mention

This property does not have elevators
Children 4 years old and younger are not permitted at this property
The property has connecting/adjoining rooms, which are subject to availability and can be requested by contacting the property using the number on the booking confirmation

National rating

Rating provided by Qualmark®, source of official star ratings for accommodation in New Zealand.

Property is also known as

Ratanui
Ratanui Lodge
Ratanui Lodge Pohara
Ratanui Pohara
Ratanui Hotel Pohara
Ratanui Lodge Pohara, New Zealand - Golden Bay
Ratanui Lodge Pohara
Ratanui Lodge Lodge
Ratanui Lodge Pohara
Ratanui Lodge Lodge Pohara

Frequently asked questions

Does Ratanui Lodge have a pool?

Yes, this property has an outdoor pool.

How much does it cost to stay at Ratanui Lodge?

As of 6 March 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Ratanui Lodge on 18 March 2026 start from AED 1,244, excluding 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 Ratanui Lodge pet-friendly?

No, only service animals are welcome at the property.

How much is parking?

Self parking is free at this property.

What time is check-in at Ratanui Lodge?

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: 8:00 PM. Late check-in is available during limited hours.

What time is check-out at Ratanui Lodge?

Check-out is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Ratanui Lodge located?

Situated by the sea, this luxury lodge is 3 mi (4.9 km) from Tata Beach and 9.4 mi (15.1 km) from Te Waikoropupu Springs.

Can I cancel my reservation for free and receive a full refund?

Yes, this property offers free cancellation on select room rates, because flexibility matters! Please refer to the property cancellation policy on our site for more details about any exclusions or requirements.

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Reviews

Ratanui Lodge Reviews

10

Exceptional

10

Cleanliness

9.4

Location

10

Staff & service

9.8

Property conditions & facilities
Rating 10 - Excellent. 143 out of 154 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 8 out of 154 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 2 out of 154 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 1 out of 154 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 154 reviews

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Eleanor

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Very friendly staff, comfortable bed and well supplied tea and coffee station.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kathleen

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Clean, beautiful friendly
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2026

10/10 Excellent

Elaine

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Great stay

Great location and the staff were fantastic and very helpful and friendly
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Wendy

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Amazing staff and beautiful accommodations. We loved our stay here!
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Kirk

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Very comfortable lodge with great restaurant and friendly staff in
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2023

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Great place central to hiking

It's always a treat to stay here. Quiet and clean in a central location to so much to do.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Paula

Liked: Amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great launch point for many activities. Breakfast was excellent
Stayed 4 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

donna

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Staff were very helpful and friendly. Beautiful rooms and lovely location
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Balthazar

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
This place exceeded all of our (high) expectations - an excellent place to stay and eat.

10/10 Excellent

Joel

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Wonderful two night stay at this beautiful property. Great value, and incredible service. The breakfast was especially good.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Destiny

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Great location, amazing staff, wonderful food, comfortable accommodations. We will be back!
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2023

10/10 Excellent

Dan

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Wonderful boutique lodge.

Lovely stay. Staff were wonderful and the food exceptional. Room was very clean and comfortable. Great place to explore the Golden Bay area. Highly recommended.
Stayed 5 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Martin

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Ratanui Lodge was awesome, the staff were friendly and knowledgeable, providing lots of information on hikes in the area! Location was fabulous and directly across from the beach.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Chung Shan

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
This place is awesome! Great location, close to beautiful beaches. They also serve delicious food here. My room was clean and comfortable.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Antonios

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
A comfortable stay with very friendly staff. New furniture and bathrooms were very clean. We used the hot tub and were provided with extra towels. Breakfast was excellent and parking was easy.
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jan

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Lovely stay in Pohara

Very kind service. The rooms are very clean. Excellent breakfast and dinner in the restaurant. We love the place!
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2023

10/10 Excellent

Paul

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Excellent client service and upscale feel to the entire property. While a bit “off the beaten path”, was really quiet, much less commercialized but we were treated to a beautifully appointed room, a fine dining meal and atmosphere with superb service and quality.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2023

10/10 Excellent

Diane

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Nice but not the price

Not what we expected for the price but it was nice. Their restaurant is very good and the people who work there are very nice.
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Clare

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
A upmarket lodge that was recently refurbished. Our room number 10 was large and tastefully furnished with a large modern bathroom and good amenities. The breakfast and dinner served at the restaurant was high quality. All the staff we encountered were polite and friendly.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jacqui

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
It was quiet & peaceful & relaxing. Staff were friendly & helpful. Outdoor dining area was just lovely with a lovely garden. Expedia's pricing on line was confusing. We ended up paying more per night than what was advertised.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

vicki

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Out of all the places we stayed during our three weeks on the South Island, Ratanui Lodge provided the best service and hospitality. Firstly, the staff are so friendly and helpful, nothing is too much for them and the two ladies we dealt with went out of their way to give recommendations and ensure our stay was fantastic. We were on honeymoon and we were left a card and bottle of bubbly in the room which was a lovely touch, as was the robes and bottled water in the fridge. The breakfast is probably the best hotel breakfast you’ll ever get! A la carte options but I opted for the blueberry pancakes both days. The location is ideal, close to so many activities and in my opinion the right side of the Takaka Hill to make driving the area a much easier task (as opposed to basing yourself in Kaiteriteri). So many stunning walks and quiet beaches nearby. We loved Wainui Falls and Wharariki Beach. Sadly the weather didn’t allow for us to go Kayaking but I’m sure this would be a great activity to do. I really hope we can return from the UK one day and I would happily spend longer here! If we lived in NZ this could easily be a super week away. Absolutely amazing experience.
Dinner in the on site restaurant
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

David

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great place with exceptional staff, they are just awesome
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Dylan

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The most charming and beautiful place with touches that made our stay so comfortable. The manager Ethan went above and beyond. Highly recommend.

10/10 Excellent

Glynnis

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
great
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Anna

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
A lovely stay - we wish we could have stayed longer as one night was not enough in this beautiful area! Comfy bed, lovely additional comp amenities, cute pool area and incredibly comfortable bed. Fantastic location and the staff were a highlight - Rachel was so friendly and accommodating and extremely helpful. Breakfast included was a great extra and made the stay feel good value.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2026