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Situated in the heart of Pohara Beach at Golden Bay, Ratanui Lodge was fully refurbished in winter 2021, it offers rooms with free Wi-Fi and free continental breakfast in a beautiful natural setting. It boasts a saltwater swimming pool, a restaurant and a lounge bar.

Beautiful location, amazing rooms. The managers are amazing

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9.2
Superb
202 reviews

Boasting a lovely outdoor swimming pool, a hot tub and free Wi-Fi, The Bay Lodge offers stunning views over Golden Bay and the Millennium Reserve.

The Bay Lodge in Pohara is a 10-minute walk from Pohara Beach. Nelson Domestic Airport is less than 2 hours’ drive away.

Filip and Sonya were fabulous hosts-very hospitable and generous with information and recommendations. The shuttle service to Abel Tasman made a day tramping in the park seamless. We enjoyed the accommodations so much we were lucky enough to be able to extend our stay by one day. Pōhara is an excellent location for visiting the Golden Bay and I can’t recommend the Bay Lodge highly enough.

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9.8
Exceptional
26 reviews

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Ideal for nature-lovers looking for a self-sufficient getaway, lodges are fully furnished and self-catered. Usually made of wood and surrounded by forests or mountains, lodges can be part of a group or a single unit. More remote than holiday homes, lodges are popular for safari trips.
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Lodges that guests love in Pohara

  • 9.8
    Scored 9.8
    Exceptional
    Rated exceptional
     · 26 reviews
    Filip and Sonya were fabulous hosts-very hospitable and generous with information and recommendations. The shuttle service to Abel Tasman made a day tramping in the park seamless. We enjoyed the accommodations so much we were lucky enough to be able to extend our stay by one day. Pōhara is an excellent location for visiting the Golden Bay and I can’t recommend the Bay Lodge highly enough.
    Deidre
    Young couple
  • 9.8
    Scored 9.8
    Exceptional
    Rated exceptional
     · 26 reviews
    The Bay Lodge was absolutely fantastic! It was everything and more. Anything you could possibly need was in the accommodation and the hosts couldn’t have done more for us. They booked any excursions we wanted to do and even baked delicious carrot cake for us to have with drinks whilst we were relaxing by the pool.
    LUCY
    Group
  • 9.2
    Scored 9.2
    Superb
    Rated superb
     · 202 reviews
    The manager was exceptionally helpful recommending things to do - all of which we thoroughly enjoyed . We had dinner there the three nights we stayed and the food was delicious and service exemplary . Breakfast was great, the room had everything we needed . Highly recommend Ratanui Lodge
    susan
    Family with young children
  • 9.2
    Scored 9.2
    Superb
    Rated superb
     · 202 reviews
    Fabulous hosts, relaxing, spacious and comfortable lodge with attention to the little details.
    Terry
    Young couple
  • 9.2
    Scored 9.2
    Superb
    Rated superb
     · 202 reviews
    Local to Nelson, took advantage of a great deal, lovely lodge, will be back. Nice touches in the rooms, beautiful decor, and a lovely setting and location in general. Great breakfast, would love to have tried the evening meal.
    Rebecca
    Family with young children
  • 9.2
    Scored 9.2
    Superb
    Rated superb
     · 202 reviews
    Fabulous staff, gorgeous rooms, so calm, quiet and tranquil. We paid a little more for the Luxury Room - very spacious, probably half again the size of the Deluxe. Only 10 rooms, room 10 being the only Luxury room. Ask for a higher room number to be a little more private and away from the (not busy) road. The on-site restaurant was amazing, best duck I’ve ever had, and a perfect breakfast selection. The staff though are the biggest asset of this lodge, so lovely, welcoming and accommodating. It was very hard to leave.
    Cathy
    Group
  • 9.2
    Scored 9.2
    Superb
    Rated superb
     · 202 reviews
    We absolutely loved everything about our stay at Ratanui Lodge in Pohara. We were made to feel so welcome by Ethan and he made sure everything was perfect. We can't wait to go back!!
    Steph
    Young couple
  • 9.2
    Scored 9.2
    Superb
    Rated superb
     · 202 reviews
    The rooms and setting were beautiful. The beds were very comfortable. Breakfast was superb and the staff were very welcoming and helpful. With the beach on the doorstep and several food outlets a stone's throw away as well as the Lodge's own excellent restarent/bar, you could not ask for more.
    Jonni
    Family with young children
  • 9.8
    Scored 9.8
    Exceptional
    Rated exceptional
     · 26 reviews
    The Bay Lodge is simply stunning, everything that could have been added to ensure a comfortable stay has been, all the boxes ticked including heated swimming pool, spa pool, outdoor furniture and day beds. Our hosts were welcoming and informative, the space was private and relaxing. Expectations exceeded, luxury delivered. Thank you
    Lesley
    Young couple
  • 9.2
    Scored 9.2
    Superb
    Rated superb
     · 202 reviews
    We were very impressed by the overall ambience of the Lodge. The staff were friendly and pleasant and the manager was very good at her job and made us feelso relaxed. We had a wonderful time. The food was very good, we returned home feeling refreshed.
    Alice
    Young couple