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Reviews of Possum Lodge

13 Murrell Avenue, 9679 Manapouri, New Zealand

#6 of 9 hotels in Manapouri

Guests' Choice

Review score

Based on 363 hostel reviews

8.5

Score breakdown

  • Cleanliness

    8.7

  • Comfort

    8.5

  • Location

    9.4

  • Facilities

    8.2

  • Staff

    9.6

  • Value for money

    9.1

  • Free WiFi

    6.4

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  • Reviewed: 28 May 2024

    10
    Quiet, comfortable, in a beautiful location.
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Double or Twin Room with View
    • Stayed 3 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    Nothing

    Beautiful location near Lake Manapouri, lovely self contained bungalow.

    Stayed in May 2024

  • Reviewed: 26 May 2024

    9.0
    Affordable stay in a serene location
    • Leisure trip
    • Solo traveller
    • Bed in 6-Bed Dormitory Room
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted via mobile

    Have to walk outside for the the bathrooms in the shared cabin which can be cold but it’s right next door

    Stunning location Very warm cabins in winter Friendly staff Affordable Henry was so helpful and gave me a discount for the doubtful sound tour. He booked it for me as well and answered any questions I had promptly

    Stayed in May 2024

  • Reviewed: 21 May 2024

    9.0
    Superb
    • Leisure trip
    • People with friends
    • Budget Twin Room
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted via mobile

    We were able to upgrade from a very basic cabin ....to a unit with a bathroom and its own tv. This made our stay better.....as literally nothing to do in Manapouri but wait for our Cruise the next day. Beds were comfortable and electric blankets. Lovely big heat pump so toasty warm

    Stayed in May 2024

  • Reviewed: 15 May 2024

    8.0
    I’d rate it 8 possums out of 10 :)
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Budget Double Room
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted via mobile

    For a small cabin 80 is a bit much, but It was very warm. Maybe I’m overdramatising

    Literally possum house! I liked it. Good location (30 sec to the lake), good selection of facilities, LAUNDRY!

    Stayed in May 2024

  • Reviewed: 5 May 2024

    9.0
    Loved our stay
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Family Room
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted via mobile

    Wonderful location right on the beach. Perfect if you want a close to nature simple place. We would stay there again

    Stayed in April 2024

  • Reviewed: 1 May 2024

    9.0
    Superb
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Budget Double Room
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted via mobile

    Clean, comfortable double room, good value for money

    Stayed in April 2024

  • Reviewed: 30 April 2024

    9.0
    Superb
    • Leisure trip
    • Family with young children
    • Family Room
    • Stayed 2 nights

    Excellent stay here, its next to a beach where you can see a ton of stars, and the milky way. The beds are really comfortable, and the hotel area just has a really nice vibe. You can cook easily in the common room, and have it in your lodge. Close to Te Anau and 2 hours away from Milford. Highly recommend this place.

    Stayed in April 2024

  • Reviewed: 27 April 2024

    8.0
    Nice to rest and chill
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Budget Twin Room
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    2 showers for the women a bit annoying when it’s cold outside and there is a queue If you don’t have a car it would be very difficult to go

    Good location if you have a car Nice and quiet Warm and comfy when you turn on the heater otherwise it’s freezing Good kitchen with everything you need in it Lounge is very cool to seat a little bit and chill !

    Stayed in April 2024

  • Reviewed: 25 April 2024

    10
    Exceptional
    • Leisure trip
    • Solo traveller
    • Bed in 6-Bed Dormitory Room
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    Friendly. It had everything I needed and was comfortable

    Stayed in March 2024

  • Reviewed: 18 April 2024

    10
    Exceptional
    • Leisure trip
    • Solo traveller
    • Bed in 6-Bed Dormitory Room
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted via mobile

    Beautiful spot lovely people

    Stayed in April 2024

  • Reviewed: 16 April 2024

    10
    Exceptional
    • Leisure trip
    • Solo traveller
    • Bed in 6-Bed Dormitory Room
    • Stayed 6 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    It's where you should stay in manapouri I Like the people who do there best there to keep you comfortable and look after travelling solo's

    Stayed in April 2024

  • Reviewed: 11 April 2024

    10
    Excellent little rustic spot. Great fun!
    • Leisure trip
    • Group
    • Family Room
    • Stayed 1 night

    Nothing.

    We were just passing through for one night. It was excellent. And they very kindly allowed us to leave luggage to pick up as needed.

    Stayed in March 2024

  • Reviewed: 10 April 2024

    9.0
    Did some washing had a walk ate at the church pub had a lovely chat to the owner wished we stayed longer
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Family Room
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted via mobile

    Nothing to dislike

    Very friendly and full of character excellent location to catch the boat to doubtful sounds Will definitely recommend

    Stayed in March 2024

  • Reviewed: 10 April 2024

    9.0
    Stunning location, value for money
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Budget Double Room
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    Great location, easy to check in/out and a great area to explore. Good value for money. Simple accommodation, everything met our expectations and was as described.

    Stayed in March 2024

  • Reviewed: 7 April 2024

    7.0
    Good
    • Leisure trip
    • Family with young children
    • Budget Double Room
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted via mobile

    Wifi wasn't great and there were periods when connectivity was lost. Although toilets were very close to our cabin, the stairs leading down to them was steep and unlit- bring a torch!

    We had a small cabin that was comfortable and cosy. Staff were very friendly and helpful. Location is a short walk from town so very handy. Kitchen facilities were basic but everything that we needed was there. Verdict: basic but good value. I would stay here again.

    Stayed in March 2024

  • Reviewed: 7 April 2024

    10
    Great location!!! Right in the middle of nature
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Family Room
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted via mobile

    Great atmosphere

    Stayed in April 2024

  • Reviewed: 6 April 2024

    9.0
    Cute Cabin in the Woods
    • Leisure trip
    • Family with young children
    • Family Room
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    Nothing to dislike, though the water pressure in the bathroom seemed very low compared to the water in the kitchen taps. This was the only reason to give it a 9 and not a 10.

    A little piece of history tucked away in a quiet place. Loved it. From the outside the unit looks, well preserved 1950s and inside the kitchen area looks much the same but is none the worse for that. Very clean and tidy and well stocked, with modern kettle, toaster etc. The living area had two single beds and a couple of armchairs, the bedroom had a very comfortable double bed. The bathroom was clean and fitted with a modern suite. There is allocated carparking right next to the unit. The setting is wonderful, a minutes walk to the lake side or a ten minute stroll to the ferry terminal. Little shop on the main road for basics or a snack with a lovely pub in an old church for a drink or a meal next to it.

    Stayed in March 2024

  • Reviewed: 5 April 2024

    9.0
    Superb
    • Leisure trip
    • Family with young children
    • Four-Bedroom House
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    Perfect and serene way of tucking ourselves in the midst of nature .. can’t complain at all..

    Stayed in March 2024

  • Reviewed: 4 April 2024

    9.0
    Beautiful stop, clean and friendly
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Budget Double Room
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    Nothing

    Good kitchen Friendly and helpful staff Very clean

    Stayed in March 2024

  • Reviewed: 26 March 2024

    8.0
    Very good
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Double or Twin Room with View
    • Stayed 2 nights

    Excellent location to go on Doubtful Sound trip, and right by the lake

    Stayed in March 2024

  • Reviewed: 24 March 2024

    8.0
    Great place with many options for stay. Amazing location and value for money stay.
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Budget Double Room
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    Heating in the room could have been better.

    Great location. Value for money.

    Stayed in March 2024

  • Reviewed: 23 March 2024

    10
    Very comfortable and clean place to rest for the night
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Budget Double Room
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted via mobile

    Very comfortable cabin. Included a heater and electric blanket. Recycling project to build a greenhouse out of plastic bottles

    Stayed in March 2024

  • Reviewed: 22 March 2024

    8.0
    Very good
    • Leisure trip
    • Family with young children
    • Family Room
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    Tv kept cutting out and one plug in bed room did not work . This made using hair dryer difficult as we could not use plug in bathroom.

    Cottage was neat and tidy. Bed was comfortable Shower pressure great.

    Stayed in March 2024

  • Reviewed: 17 March 2024

    8.0
    Camping vibes on Lake Manapouri
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Budget Double Room
    • Stayed 2 nights

    The wifi seemed to turn off at 8pm and you can definitely hear through the walls, so bring earplugs. The reality of the camp exterior was a bit more worn out than the pictures conveyed, but as long as you temper your expectations, you should have everything you need.

    The vibe among campers was respectful, and the staff was friendly and helpful. There were enough toilets dispersed around the camp that we could always find an empty one when we needed it. Perfect location for Doubtful Sound tour departures. Rocky beach within walking distance.

    Stayed in March 2024

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