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).
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.
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?