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The Bay Lodge

5.0 star property
5-star adults-only guest house near Pohara Beach

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Beach nearby
Standard Studio, 1 King Bed, Non Smoking, Bay View (Aroha Suite) | Premium bedding, iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets
Standard Studio, 1 King Bed, Non Smoking, Bay View (Aroha Suite) | Bathroom | Shower, free toiletries, hair dryer, bathrobes
Beach nearby
Point of interest
Reviews
10

Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • Pool
    PoolPool
  • Parking included
    Parking includedParking included
  • Free WiFi
    Free WiFiFree WiFi
  • Air conditioning
    Air conditioningAir conditioning

Check-in time

3:00 PM

Check-out time

10:00 AM

Explore the area

Map
36 Bay Vista Drive, Pohara, 7183
  • Popular LocationPohara Beach12 min walk
  • Popular LocationTata Beach9 min drive
  • Popular LocationAbel Tasman National Park18 min drive
  • AirportNelson (NSN)88 min drive

Room options

View all photos for Standard Studio, 1 King Bed, Non Smoking, Sea View (Alegria Suite)

Standard Studio, 1 King Bed, Non Smoking, Sea View (Alegria Suite) | Premium bedding, iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets

Standard Studio, 1 King Bed, Non Smoking, Sea View (Alegria Suite)

  • 388 sq ft
  • Sea view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

View all photos for Standard Studio, 1 King Bed, Non Smoking, Bay View (Aroha Suite)

Standard Studio, 1 King Bed, Non Smoking, Bay View (Aroha Suite) | Premium bedding, iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets

Standard Studio, 1 King Bed, Non Smoking, Bay View (Aroha Suite)

  • 366 sq ft
  • Bay view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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About the neighborhood

Pohara

Close to the beach.A stay at this guesthouse places you within half a mile (1 km) of Pohara Beach and 3 miles (5 km) of Golden Bay. Tata Beach is within 6 miles (10 km) and Abel Tasman National Park is within 9 miles (15 km).
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What's nearby

  • Pohara Beach - 12 min walk
  • Golden Bay - 5 min drive
  • Tata Beach - 9 min drive
  • Abel Tasman National Park - 18 min drive
  • Totaranui Beach - 45 min drive

Getting around

  • Nelson (NSN) - 89 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Dada Manifestó - ‬11 min drive
  • ‪Roots Bar - ‬11 min drive
  • ‪Dangerous Kitchen - ‬11 min drive
  • ‪The Wholemeal Cafe - ‬11 min drive
  • ‪Plan B Cafe & Bar - ‬10 min walk

About this property

The Bay Lodge

5-star adults-only guest house near Pohara Beach
As a guest of The Bay Lodge, you'll find an outdoor pool, a terrace, and tour/ticket assistance. Public spaces have free WiFi. Self parking is free.

This 5-star Pohara guesthouse is smoke free.

  • 2 guestrooms or units
  • Poolside lounge chairs
  • Storage area for luggage
  • Tour and ticket information
  • Terrace
  • Garden
  • No smoking on site
The Bay Lodge offers 2 air-conditioned accommodations with DVD players and espresso makers. Rooms open to furnished patios. Beds feature premium bedding. Refrigerators and coffee/tea makers are provided. Bathrooms include showers, bathrobes, slippers, and complimentary toiletries.

This Pohara guesthouse provides complimentary wireless Internet access. 32-inch flat-screen televisions come with satellite channels.

Languages

Dutch, English, French

Property amenities

Internet

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

Parking and transportation

  • Free uncovered self parking on site

Things to do

  • Outdoor pool

Accessibility

  • No elevator
  • Tile flooring in room

Room amenities

Entertainment

  • 32-inch flat-screen TV with satellite channels
  • CD player
  • DVD player

Bedroom

  • Premium bedding

Bathroom

  • Bathrobes
  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Shower
  • Slippers
  • Towels

Outdoor space

  • Furnished patio

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Electric kettle
  • Espresso maker
  • Refrigerator
  • Restaurant dining guides

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Iron/ironing board on request

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3 PM; Check-in end time: 6:00 PM
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 10 AM

Special check-in instructions

There is no front desk at this property
Guests must contact the property in advance for check-in instructions; your host will greet you
This property doesn't offer after-hours check-in
To make arrangements for check-in please contact the property at least 24 hours before arrival using the information on the booking confirmation

Access methods

Host will greet you

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Children and extra beds

  • Children younger than 18 are not allowed at this adults-only property. All guests 18 and older are welcome.
  • Rollaway/extra beds are not available.
  • Cribs (infant beds) are not available.

Property payment types

Important information

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
Safety features at this property include a first aid kit
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 accepts Visa, Mastercard, debit cards, and cash. For guests' safety, the property includes a smoke detector and a first aid kit in each accommodation.

We should mention

  • Please note that this property can refuse certain bookings for the purpose of group events or parties, which include pre-wedding stag/bachelor and hen/bachelorette parties.
  • The seasonal pool will open in November and close in April.
  • This is an adults-only property and guests under 18 years old aren't allowed.

National rating

This property does not have a Qualmark® rating. For the benefit of our customers, we have provided a rating based on our rating system.

Property is also known as

Bay Lodge Pohara
Bay Pohara
The Bay Lodge Pohara
The Bay Lodge Guesthouse
The Bay Lodge Guesthouse Pohara

Frequently asked questions

How close is The Bay Lodge to the airport?

The Bay Lodge is 67.4 mi (89-min drive) away from the Nelson (NSN) airport, the closest popular airport to the property.

Does The Bay Lodge have an airport shuttle?

Airport shuttle services are not available at The Bay Lodge.

How close is The Bay Lodge to the beach?

This guesthouse is a short 12-minute walk from Pohara Beach and 3.5 mi (9-min drive) from Tata Beach. Don't forget your sunscreen!

Does The Bay Lodge offer free breakfast?

The Bay Lodge does not offer free breakfast.

Is there a casino at The Bay Lodge?

No, there is no casino at this guesthouse.

What time is check-in at The Bay Lodge?

Check-in start time: 3 PM; Check-in end time: 6:00 PM.

Is there free parking at The Bay Lodge?

This guesthouse offers free self parking.

Does The Bay Lodge have a pool?

The Bay Lodge features an outdoor pool.

Does The Bay Lodge have a spa?

There are no spa services available at this guesthouse.

How close is The Bay Lodge to downtown Pohara?

The Bay Lodge is 0.5 mi away from Pohara.

The Bay Lodge Reviews

Reviews

10

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 14 out of 14 reviews" "
Rating 8 - Good. 0 out of 14 reviews" "
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 14 reviews" "
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 14 reviews" "
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 14 reviews" "

10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Staff & service

10/10

Amenities

10/10

Property conditions & facilities

10/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Donna

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2024

10/10 Excellent

Charles

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2023

10/10 Excellent

Ashley

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Excellent Lodge. Stunning scenery and hospitality
Stayed 6 nights in Jan 2021

10/10 Excellent

John

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2020

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2020

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Very clean and well thought out. Attention to detail was excellent. We stayed in Algeria which had plenty of space and wonderful views across the bay.
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2020

10/10 Excellent

Lawrence

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Get away Golden Bay
Beautiful spot overlooking Golden Bay. Great hosts.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2019

10/10 Excellent

Rita

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Pohara Paradise
Beautiful location. Wonderful views. Hosts are very welcoming and the apartment was spectacular. Lovely pool to relax in after a day hiking.
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2017

10/10 Excellent

Louise, New Zealand

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Facilities: Outstanding; Value: Fantastic; Service: Go the extra mile; Cleanliness: Spotless; Must try their spa tub. As you bathe in hot bubbles, you look out over their lovely garden.

10/10 Excellent

Karen, Australia - SA - Adelaide

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Facilities: Brand new, Home away from home, Outstanding; Value: Great deal, Fantastic, Amazing; Service: Flawless, Outstanding, Very Welcoming!; Cleanliness: Spotless, Immaculate, Beautiful; The views from the deck, garden and Spa were unreal. The Bay Lodge is well signposted and was very easy for us to find