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    198b Parsons Road, Kaikoura 7371, New Zealand
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    Reviewed 1 week ago via mobile
    Overnight stay in a Kaikoura

    Great place , great service and wonderful conversation !!! Neil our host was absolutely the best ! View was spectacular and the breakfast was exceptional. Lodge was very well laid out bathroom was the best . Cheers Mark and Linda Hollywood, California USA

    Thank Mark T
    Reviewed 19 July 2018
    Perfect in Every Way !!!

    Our party stayed at this wonderful Lodge for to nights while visiting Kaikoura. It was such a great experience, we didn't want to leave. Our rooms were very well appointed, with every amenity thoughtfully included. And the four rooms shared a common sitting area that...More

    Thank Thomas G
    Reviewed 16 July 2018
    Outstanding

    We stayed one night at the fabulous Manakau Lodge. The rooms are very well appointed and the communal areas are also well thought out and have nice decor. Neil, the owner and host was a pleasure to meet and to talk to. He is an...More

    Thank NevinA133
    Reviewed 25 May 2018
    What a place!

    We stayed here for 2 nights during our trip to Kaikoura, and wished we could have stayed longer. Manakau Lodge has amazing views of both the sea and mountains behind, and is tucked away in a quiet location, a few minutes drive from town. The...More

    Thank RDLO1
    Reviewed 19 April 2018 via mobile
    Beautiful & Serene!

    My dad and I stayed there on March 3rd after being referred by a friend. Neil was a kind and friendly host. If you’re looking for something to do, he is eager to help you out. Our room had a nice private patio area facing...More

    Thank Remy A
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    Situated in beautiful mountain surroundings just ten minutes from Kaikoura, Manakau Lodge is a luxury rural retreat, offering the discerning traveller the finest in country lodge accommodation and hospitality. Our ...More guests' comfort is our number one priority. A great night's sleep awaits in our specially-chosen, super-comfortable beds, with fine cotton linens and beautiful, luxurious woollen bed blankets. King size beds are the standard in our two Lodge Rooms, and our slightly larger Deluxe Rooms feature super-king beds, which can also be converted to twin singles on request. Furnishings in the guest lounge and bedrooms are hand-made from New Zealand rimu, a native timber prized for its warm tones and rich natural beauty. Each room also comes with a pair of deep-cushioned armchairs, a 32-inch LCD television with satellite Freeview and Apple(R) TV, a writing desk with an ergonomic chair, and the most luxurious modern bathroom, with heated floor, warm towels, and a superb walk-in monsoon shower. Both Deluxe Rooms also have the added indulgence of a deep, free-standing bath. Less
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    Free Parking
    Bar/Lounge
    Free High Speed Internet (WiFi)
    Breakfast included
    Air Conditioning
    Multilingual Staff
    Non-Smoking Hotel
    Wheelchair Access
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    Beachfront
    Room Service
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    Spa
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    Non-Smoking Rooms, Family Rooms
    Number of rooms
    4
    Price range
    US$201 - US$223 (Based on Average Rates for a Standard Room)
    Location
    New Zealand > South Island > Canterbury Region > Kaikoura
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    Room types
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    Number of rooms
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    US$201 - US$223 (Based on Average Rates for a Standard Room)
    Location
    New Zealand > South Island > Canterbury Region > Kaikoura
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