Featuring views of the Tasman Sea, The Old Slaughterhouse Traveller's Lodge in Hector offers self-catering accommodation. The simple, cosy rooms in an annex building, are surrounded by a large deck, allowing guests to enjoy views of the sunset over the Tasman Sea. In the main building there is a shared lounge with a log fire and a fully equipped shared kitchen and shared bathrooms. The Old Slaughterhouse Traveller's Lodge is located on a steep hillside, 100 metres above the Tasman Sea. It is only accessible by a 10-minute bush walk up the hill. The hosts can transport your luggage via prior arrangement. The lodge is 30 km north of Westport.

Couples particularly like the location — they rated it 9.8 for a two-person trip.

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Property highlights

Top location: Highly rated by recent guests (9.9)

Free private parking available on-site


Availability

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Room type
Number of guests
 
3 single beds
or
1 single bed
and
1 large double bed
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Property practices

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Guest reviews

Categories:

Staff
10.0
Facilities
9.6
Cleanliness
9.7
Comfort
9.8
Value for money
9.8
Location
9.9
Free WiFi
6.9
High score for Hector
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  • Nickie
    New Zealand New Zealand
    Everything was fantastic, including our lovely host. The lodge is in a beautiful spot and lovelier than the pics. The view is just wow. The property is clean, cosy and the furniture in the lodge is comfortable, well thought out and in great...
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    Heather
    Australia Australia
    Suzanne was a wonderful host, enjoyed conversation-Love the quiet, the bush, the wildlife, the general ambiance off the surrounds-A great place to relax and remove yourself from the pace of life-Off grid, solar, waterpower-Wooden structure like a...
  • Sam
    New Zealand New Zealand
    What an amazing spot! Very comfortable and exceptional views. Felt like a home away from home!!

Property surroundings

Facilities of The Old Slaughterhouse Traveller's Lodge
Great facilities! Review score, 9.6

Most popular facilities
  • Free WiFi
  • Free parking
  • Non-smoking rooms
Bathroom
  • Towels
  • Shared toilet
  • Shared bathroom
Bedroom
  • Linen
View
  • View
Outdoors
  • Picnic area
  • Outdoor furniture
  • BBQ facilities
  • Balcony
  • Garden
Kitchen
  • Shared kitchen
Pets
Pets are allowed on request. No extra charges.
Activities
  • Cycling
    Off-site
  • Hiking
  • Fishing
    Off-site
Internet
WiFi is available in public areas and is free of charge.
Parking
Free private parking is possible on site (reservation is not needed).
  • Street parking
Entertainment and family services
  • Board games/puzzles
Safety & security
  • Fire extinguishers
General
  • Designated smoking area
  • Private entrance
  • Non-smoking rooms
Accessibility
  • Upper floors accessible by stairs only
Languages spoken
  • German
  • English
  • French

House rules

The Old Slaughterhouse Traveller's Lodge takes special requests - add in the next step!

Check-in

From 16:00 to 20:00

Check-out

From 07:30 to 10:00

 

Cancellation/
prepayment

Cancellation and prepayment policies vary according to accommodation type. Please enter the dates of your stay and check the conditions of your required room.

Children and beds

Child policies

Children older than 5 years are welcome.

To see correct prices and occupancy information, please add the number of children in your group and their ages to your search.

Cot and extra bed policies

Cots and extra beds are not available at this property.

Age restriction

No age restriction for check-in. (Only children 5 and older are allowed)

Pets

Free! Pets are allowed on request. No extra charges.

Mastercard Visa Cash The Old Slaughterhouse Traveller's Lodge accepts these cards and reserves the right to temporarily hold an amount prior to arrival.

The fine print
Need-to-know information for guests at this property

Please note that the lodge is only accessible by a 10-minute walking track up a hill. The track is quite steep in some places and therefore may be unsuitable for some guests.

If you require the property to transport your luggage up the hill please inform them in advance, using the contact details found on the booking confirmation.

Please inform The Old Slaughterhouse Traveller's Lodge in advance of your expected arrival time. You can use the Special Requests box when booking, or contact the property directly with the contact details provided in your confirmation.

This property will not accommodate hen, stag or similar parties.

FAQs about The Old Slaughterhouse Traveller's Lodge

  • Check-in at The Old Slaughterhouse Traveller's Lodge is from 16:00, and check-out is until 10:00.

  • Room options at The Old Slaughterhouse Traveller's Lodge include:

    • Double
    • Twin
    • Triple
    • Twin/Double

  • The prices at The Old Slaughterhouse Traveller's Lodge may vary depending on your stay (e.g. dates you select, hotel's policy etc.). See the prices by entering your dates.

  • The Old Slaughterhouse Traveller's Lodge offers the following activities / services (charges may apply):

    • Cycling
    • Hiking
    • Fishing

  • The Old Slaughterhouse Traveller's Lodge is 0.7 miles from the centre of Hector. All distances are measured in straight lines. Actual travel distances may vary.