Abel Tasman Lodge

4.5 star property
Enjoy the spa at this 4.5-star Marahau motel

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One Bedroom Chalet | View from room
One Bedroom Chalet | Private kitchen | Fridge, microwave, coffee/tea maker, toaster
Property grounds
Kowhai Suite | Egyptian cotton sheets, premium bedding, desk, free WiFi
Kowhai Suite | Private kitchenette | Fridge, microwave, coffee/tea maker, toaster

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, Abel Tasman Coast Track
    ‪13 min walk‬
  • Place, Abel Tasman National Park
    ‪11 min drive‬
  • Airport, Nelson (NSN)
    ‪54 min drive‬

Room options

Studio Chalet

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
(4 reviews)
  • 280 sq ft
  • Park view
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Queen Bed and 1 Twin Bed

One Bedroom Chalet

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)
  • 366 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Park view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

Two Bedroom Chalet

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(2 reviews)
  • 452 sq ft
  • 2 bedrooms
  • Park view
  • Sleeps 5
  • 1 King Bed and 2 Twin Beds

Kowhai Suite

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)
  • 484 sq ft
  • Park view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

About the neighborhood

Marahau

Seaside stay .Stay at this Marahau motel and you'll be within half a mile (1 km) of Marahau Beach and 2 miles (3 km) of Abel Tasman Coast Track. Abel Tasman National Park and Honeymoon Bay are also within 6 miles (10 km).

What's nearby

  • Marahau Beach - 6 min walk - 0.4 miles
  • Abel Tasman Coast Track - 13 min walk - 0.7 miles
  • Abel Tasman National Park - 11 min drive - 1.0 mile
  • Kaiteriteri Beach - 13 min drive - 4.7 miles
  • Golden Bay - 50 min drive - 47.2 miles

Getting around

  • Nelson (NSN) - 67 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪The Fat Tui - ‬5 min walk
  • ‪Park Cafe - ‬7 min walk
  • ‪The Beached Whale - ‬17 min drive
  • ‪Gone Burgers - ‬17 min drive
  • ‪Waterfront - ‬16 min drive

About this property

Abel Tasman Lodge

Enjoy the spa at this 4.5-star Marahau motel
Abel Tasman Lodge offers its guests a full-service spa and a 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
  • Game room or arcade
  • Library
  • Terrace
  • Garden
  • BBQ grill(s)
  • Outdoor picnic space
  • Onsite shopping
  • No smoking on site
  • Microwave in a common area
  • Refrigerator in a common area
  • 1 conference room
Abel Tasman Lodge offers 15 air-conditioned accommodations with complimentary 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 refrigerators and coffee/tea makers. Housekeeping is offered daily 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 onsite 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 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

Family friendly

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

Internet

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

Parking and transportation

  • 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

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 elevator
  • Raised toilet seat
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk

Room amenities

Entertainment

  • Flat-screen TV

Bedroom

  • Egyptian cotton sheets
  • Hypo-allergenic bedding

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries
  • Private bathroom
  • Towels provided

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
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

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.

Property 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-authorize 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, terraces which may not be suitable for children; if you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm 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, terraces which may not be suitable for children. If you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm 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-authorize 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 each 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

How close is Abel Tasman Lodge to the airport?

Abel Tasman Lodge is 37.5 mi (67-min drive) away from the Nelson (NSN) airport, the closest popular airport to the property.

Does Abel Tasman Lodge have an airport shuttle?

Airport shuttle services are not available at Abel Tasman Lodge.

How close is Abel Tasman Lodge to the beach?

This motel is a short 7-minute walk from Marahau Beach and 5.4 mi (20-min drive) from Kaiteriteri Beach. Don't forget your sunscreen!

Does Abel Tasman Lodge offer free breakfast?

Free breakfast isn’t offered at Abel Tasman Lodge, but continental breakfast is offered for a fee of between NZD 20 and 22 for adults, NZD 10 and 10 for children. It's available every day from 7:30 AM to 8:30 AM.

Is there a casino at Abel Tasman Lodge?

No, there is no casino at this motel.

What time is check-in at Abel Tasman Lodge?

Check-in start time: 2 PM; Check-in end time: 7 PM.

Is there free parking at Abel Tasman Lodge?

This motel offers free self parking.

Does Abel Tasman Lodge have a pool?

Abel Tasman Lodge does not have a pool.

Does Abel Tasman Lodge have a spa?

This motel has a spa, which features deep-tissue massages.

How close is Abel Tasman Lodge to downtown Marahau?

Abel Tasman Lodge is 0.5 mi away from Marahau.