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Governor's Lodge

3.5 star property
Enjoy the outdoor pool at this 3.5-star Norfolk Island hotel

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Dinner served
Outdoor pool, pool umbrellas, sun loungers
Reception
Exterior
Lounge

Reviews

8.4 out of 10
Very good

Popular amenities

  • Hot Tub
  • Breakfast available
  • Pool
  • Kitchen
  • Laundry
  • Free WiFi

Explore the area

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Queen Elizabeth Avenue, Norfolk Island, 2899
  • Place, Kingston and Arthur's Vale Historic Area
    ‪3 min drive‬
  • Place, The Arches
    ‪4 min drive‬
  • Place, Emily Bay Beach
    ‪5 min drive‬
  • Airport, Norfolk Island (NLK)
    ‪4 min drive‬

Room options

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Standard Cabin, 1 Bedroom | Premium bedding, individually furnished, iron/ironing board

Standard Cabin, 1 Bedroom

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)
  • 431 sq ft
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed OR 2 Twin Beds

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Deluxe Cabin, 1 Bedroom | Premium bedding, individually furnished, iron/ironing board

Deluxe Cabin, 1 Bedroom

  • 538 sq ft
  • Valley view
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed OR 2 Twin Beds

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Standard Cabin, Mobility Accessible | Premium bedding, individually furnished, iron/ironing board

Standard Cabin, Mobility Accessible

  • 431 sq ft
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed OR 2 Twin Beds

About the neighborhood

Norfolk Island

Close to the beach.With a stay at this Norfolk Island hotel, you'll be steps from Queen Victoria's Garden and within a 10-minute walk of Bounty Folk Museum. The Old Watermill and Ball Bay Reserve are also within 2 miles (3 km).

What's nearby

  • Kingston and Arthur's Vale Historic Area - 3 min drive - 1.4 miles
  • The Arches - 4 min drive - 1.9 miles
  • Kingston Jetty - 4 min drive - 1.9 miles
  • Emily Bay Beach - 5 min drive - 1.9 miles
  • Lone Pine - 5 min drive - 2.1 miles

Getting around

  • Norfolk Island (NLK) - 6 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Rumours - ‬17 min walk
  • ‪High Tide Kitchen - ‬16 min walk
  • ‪Cafe Mokka - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪Wildcraft - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Golden Orb - ‬17 min walk

About this property

Governor's Lodge

Enjoy the outdoor pool at this 3.5-star Norfolk Island hotel
There's a restaurant on site, as well as 2 coffee shops/cafes and a snack bar/deli. WiFi is free in public spaces. Governor's Lodge offers its guests an outdoor pool and a hot tub. Event space at this hotel measures 150 square feet (14 square meters) and includes a conference center. A library, multilingual staff, and tour/ticket assistance are also featured at Governor's Lodge. Self parking is free.

This 3.5-star Norfolk Island hotel is smoke free.

  • 1 floor
  • 55 guestrooms or units
  • 58 buildings
  • 2 coffee shops
  • 150 sq ft of conference space
  • 14 sq m of conference space
  • Built in 2002
  • Deli
  • Poolside lounge chairs
  • Umbrellas for the pool
  • Conference center
  • Breakfast available (surcharge)
  • Self-service laundry
  • Front desk (limited hours)
  • Express check-out
  • Staff is multilingual
  • Storage area for luggage
  • Tour and ticket information
  • Concierge
  • Library
  • Garden
  • No smoking on site
  • Dining venue
Governor's Lodge offers 55 accommodations with coffee/tea makers and hair dryers. Rooms open to furnished balconies. These individually furnished accommodations have separate sitting areas. Beds feature premium bedding. Accommodations at this 3.5-star hotel have kitchenettes with refrigerators, microwaves, and cookware/dishes/utensils.

Bathrooms include showers and complimentary toiletries. Flat-screen televisions are featured in guestrooms. Additionally, rooms include irons/ironing boards and ceiling fans. Housekeeping is provided weekly.

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Property amenities

Family friendly

  • In-room kitchenette
  • In-room microwave
  • In-room refrigerator
  • Laundry facilities
  • Outdoor pool
  • Snack bar/deli

Internet

  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Area shuttle (surcharge)
  • Free self parking on site
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking available

Food and drink

  • Daily cooked-to-order breakfast available 7:00 AM to 9:00 AM for a fee: AUD 35 to 35 for adults and AUD 35 to 35 for children
  • 2 coffee shops/cafes
  • A restaurant
  • Snack bar/deli

Things to do

  • Hot tub
  • Library
  • Outdoor pool

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
  • Low-height counter and sink
  • No elevator
  • Raised toilet seat
  • Wheelchair accessibility
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible path of travel

Room amenities

Entertainment

  • 40-inch flat-screen TV

Bedroom

  • Premium bedding

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Shower
  • Towels provided

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Kitchenette
  • Microwave
  • Refrigerator

More

  • Ceiling fan
  • Individual furnishings
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Phone
  • Separate sitting area

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; Check-in end time: 5:00 PM
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 10 AM
Contactless check-out available
Late check-out subject to availability
Late check-out fee: AUD 50
Express check-out available

Special check-in instructions

The property charges 1 percent for credit card payments
The front desk is open daily from 8 AM - 5:00 PM
Front desk staffed during limited hours

Access methods

Front desk (limited hours)

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Rollaway/extra beds are available for AUD 62.5 per night.

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 cooked-to-order breakfast: approximately AUD 35 to 35 for adults, and AUD 35 to 35 for children
  • Late check-out fee: AUD 50 (subject to availability)
  • Rollaway bed fee: AUD 62.5 per night
  • Credit card charges are subject to a surcharge of 1 percent

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 and debit cards; cash is not accepted
Noise-free guestrooms cannot be guaranteed
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a security system, 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, and debit cards. Cash is not accepted. Noise-free guestrooms cannot be guaranteed. For guests' safety, the property includes a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a security system, and a first aid kit in each accommodation.

We should mention

  • Registered guests are the only ones allowed to be in guestrooms.
  • This property welcomes guests of all sexual orientations and gender identities (LGBTQ+ friendly).

Property is also known as

Governor's Lodge Resort Hotel
Governor's Lodge Resort Hotel Norfolk Island
Governor's Norfolk Island
Governor's Lodge Resort Hotel Norfolk Island, Australia
Governor's Hotel Norfolk
Governor's Lodge Resort Hotel Hotel
Governor's Lodge Resort Hotel Norfolk Island
Governor's Lodge Resort Hotel Hotel Norfolk Island

Frequently asked questions

How close is Governor's Lodge to the airport?

Governor's Lodge is 2.7 mi (6-min drive) away from the Norfolk Island (NLK) airport, the closest popular airport to the property.

Does Governor's Lodge have an airport shuttle?

Airport shuttle services are not available at Governor's Lodge.

How close is Governor's Lodge to the beach?

This hotel is 2.3 mi (13-min drive) from Emily Bay Beach and 2.7 mi (6-min drive) from Second Sands. Don't forget your sunscreen!

Does Governor's Lodge offer free breakfast?

Free breakfast isn’t offered at Governor's Lodge, but cooked-to-order breakfast is offered for a fee of between AUD 35 and 35 for adults, AUD 35 and 35 for children. It's available every day from 7:00 AM to 9:00 AM.

Is there a casino at Governor's Lodge?

No, there is no casino at this hotel.

What time is check-in at Governor's Lodge?

Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; Check-in end time: 5:00 PM.

Is there free parking at Governor's Lodge?

This hotel offers free self parking.

Does Governor's Lodge have a pool?

Governor's Lodge features an outdoor pool.

Does Governor's Lodge have a restaurant?

Governor's Lodge is home to Bailey's Restaurant, which features happy hour.

Does Governor's Lodge have a spa?

There are no spa services available at this hotel.

How close is Governor's Lodge to downtown Norfolk Island?

Governor's Lodge is 0.8 mi away from Norfolk Island.

Governor's Lodge Reviews

Reviews

8.4

Very Good

Rating 10 - Excellent. 10 out of 31 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 18 out of 31 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 2 out of 31 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 1 out of 31 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 31 reviews

9.0/10

Cleanliness

9.2/10

Staff & service

7.8/10

Amenities

8.2/10

Property conditions & facilities

8.8/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

8/10 Good

patricia

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
I liked the one bedroom apartments. The restaurant had very good food and the nightly happy hour was enjoyable
Stayed 7 nights in Nov 2024

8/10 Good

Robert

Traveled with partner
Rooms starting to show their age. No shelf space in the bathroom and very little space around the basin. Pillows too soft. Sofa beds do not make comfortable couches in a "deluxe suite" No toasters in the rooms and the excuse for this is not acceptable. Restaurant at the Governors is overrated. Breakfast in the dining space is very good but the staff are all young backpackers who would rather be somewhere else. If location is of paramount importance this is a go-to destination, otherwise, assess your options ....
Stayed 7 nights in Oct 2024

8/10 Good

Sally

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
I would stay at the Governors Lodge again. The staff are great, helpful and friendly. The cabins are basically a small house and very comfortable. The pool was good. If you have a car you park outside your cabin and the lodge can organise your car hire for you. Tour coaches stop outside reception. Bailey's restaurant is slightly upmarket with delicious food. The only negative is no free wifi and the paid wifi isn't stable. It's a walk into Burnt Pine township but no problem if you're fit.
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2024

8/10 Good

Richard

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
no free wifi no toaster
Stayed 9 nights in Feb 2024

6/10 Okay

Henry John

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Food In Bailey’s really good. No free wifi or aircon. Although the fans did the job, as it wasn’t too hot, so not necessarily a complaint! Staff friendly and mostly very helpful
Stayed 7 nights in Feb 2024

10/10 Excellent

Chris

Traveled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great place to stay staff incredibly helpful Baileys restaurant excellent. Would certainly stay here again
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2024

8/10 Good

Joshua

Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2023

8/10 Good

Elizabeth Valmai

Stayed 7 nights in Oct 2023

8/10 Good

Glenn

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The Deluxe One Bedroom Cabin was spacious and clean. Some of the furniture was dated and the lounge is worn. The gardens are impressive, whilst the pool and spa were popular spots each afternoon. It is a quiet location with nice views. Unfortunately, there is no cooking allowed in the cabin not even a toaster which was disappointing. The WiFi is very limited.
Stayed 5 nights in Feb 2023

8/10 Good

Tony, Sydney, au

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Easy walk to town but car required to get to beach. Restaurant was closed and cafe unavailable often, but food always available across the road at Hilli's.
Stayed 8 nights in Dec 2018

4/10 Poor

Verified traveler

Disliked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Not clean and were supposed to get a free bottle of wine but didn't happen. It was also supposed to be air conditioned and self contained but nothing
Stayed 7 nights in Dec 2017

8/10 Good

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, room comfort

Lovely grounds and nice restaurant.

We bought a package deal and the flight arrangements for our one case weighing 14.7 kg were dreadful. Air New Zealand who took over from Virgin from Sydney to Norfolk wanted 186 dollars one way to as the luggage was only covered from Melbourne to Sydney. Who would want a ticket that left their luggage in Sydney.
Stayed 7 nights in Nov 2017

10/10 Excellent

Judy, Queensland

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

Great location not far from shopping & restaurants

We loved the fact that we were picked up from the airport and delivered back there. Nothing was too much trouble for the staff. The room was spacious, clean and comfortable. Daily maintenance was greatly appreciated. The quietness of the place was impressive - only birdsong to be heard on many occasions. The only disappointing part was Baileys Restaurant which was exceptionally slow in delivering meals and the meals were not good quality. However, there are many other choices of places to eat. Overall, we would highly recommend Governor's Lodge to anyone.
Stayed 7 nights in Nov 2017

10/10 Excellent

Broom-Broom, australia

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

Individual cabins in a subtropical setting

Close to town, 10 minute drive to anywhere on the island. Friendly, helpful staff. Pool,spa beautiful. Yours a must

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

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

Norfolk at Christmas

Staff was friendly and helpful. Room was comfortable and easy walking distance to town (but still recommend Re ting a car to see the Island)

8/10 Good

Verified traveler

Liked: Staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Quiet private hotel close to main street

Would definitely like to return to the island. Plenty to do and see. Great walks and scenery. Excellent eating places. Lots of history. No crime.

10/10 Excellent

chook, Sydney Australia

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

Good resort close to everything

I think the resort has every thing that you require when you are on holidays including a very good receptionist that can look after all your needs when required. FF

10/10 Excellent

CalebEdensNanny, Mount Maunganui NZ

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

Lovely location, clean private chalets

We had booked without having much knowledge of the Island layout or accommodation available on it. We couldn't have been happier with our choice. The stay at the Governors was a lovely experience, laid back, friendly, quiet efficiency, and when our flight was delayed on the day of departure they were very very accommodating and helpful. Nothing was too much trouble. It was like staying with trusted friends.

6/10 Okay

Wendy, Wagga Wagga NSW

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

A step back in time

Have always wanted to go to Norfolk Island and now have ticked it of my list. The island is very quaint and is trying very hard to keep up with the rest of the world. WIFI was impossible and this is what people want. Not a place we are likely to return to in a hurry. When booking check all tour sites and book a package with all the inclusions you can. Your package MUST include car hire. It is expensive if you don't have it in your package. Check ALL tour sites before parting with your money.

10/10 Excellent

karen, nz

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

Cosy and relaxed

Good position to all the attractions as you do need a car on the Island. Staff were very helpful and always accomodating. Atmosphere was relaxed with beautiful landscaped grounds. Loved the spa. Would definitely stay here again.

10/10 Excellent

C P

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

8/10 Good

jean, New Zealand

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

Nice setting. Fairly convenient to town.

Excellent staff very helpful. Units very comfortable. Good having restaurants for when did not want to go further afield. Gardens very nice and pool area. Norfolk Island a great place to visit.

8/10 Good

Mike, Innisfail QLD 4860, Australia

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

Relaxing holiday

Friendly accommodating staff, good food, pleasant surroundings

8/10 Good

Andrew, Dunedin, New Zealand

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

Good place to stay

Quiet, overall comfortable place, all accomodation in detatched cabins - lounge/dining/kitchen area, bathoorm and bedroom. I was staying with a friend so one of us used the bedroom and the other the bed settee in the lounge. Complex has a small pool and laundry facilities. The only aspect we were not so keen on was the restaurant - food not that great, but are other options on Norfolk to get someting to eat. Complex also had towels you coudl take to Emily Bay plus snorkel gear/flippers - all for no extra charge.

8/10 Good

Verified traveler

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