Wilderness Lodge Arthurs Pass
Cora Lynn Road 16km east of Arthurs Pass Village, Arthur's Pass National Park New Zealand
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Enjoy stylish accommodation, fine food, and an exciting and diverse programme of guided nature and sheep farming adventures in the heart of the Southern Alps. The lodge sits on a 4000 acre working sheep farm and nature reserve, surrounded by the peaks of Arthur's Pass National Park. Guests can unwind in comfort or choose more active relaxation. Explore private trails or join an expert guide to hike alpine valleys, search for wildlife, and kayak upon mountain lakes. A highlight for guests are the sheep farm discovery trips every second afternoon. Join a farmer guide to watch sheepdogs working, hand feed lambs and learn about sheep shearing and merino wool.
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Cora Lynn Road 16km east of Arthurs Pass Village, Arthur's Pass National Park New Zealand
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The Wilderness Lodge is so much more than a place to stay and enjoy the spectacular view of the Southern Alps. It is an adventure headquarters. It is a working sheep ranch with guided tours and sheep shearing demonstrations. It is gourmet dining experience in a room with floor to ceiling windows framing the snow-capped mountains. It is all you could ask for...and more.
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Date of stay: October 2023Trip type: Travelled as a couple
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Room Tip: Spend as much time at the Lodge as you can so that you can enjoy all of the activities available...
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Kia ora Jamesl680, Thanks for sharing such an enthusiastic review. We work hard to bring together the many strands that make up the Wilderness Lodge experience and it's a thrill to know how much it is appreciated by our guests. Kind wishes, Hannah and Michael McSweeney Managers
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We loved our time here. Our very large room with a lovely view of the mountains and a fireplace and sofa was great. We wish we could have spent more time and explored more of the area. Michael was a wonderful host and took us on a star gazing tour which showed us more Southern Hemisphere stars (and galaxies) than we had ever before seen.
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Date of stay: March 2023Trip type: Travelled as a couple
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Responded 9 Jul 2023
Kia ora 9amberzephyr, Thanks for taking the time to post a review. We really appreciate it and it's great to know your time at both Wilderness Lodges was so memorable. Kind wishes, Hannah and Michael McSweeney
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A first class accommodation in the middle of the National Park. Plenty of actvities if you want to do them, or comfortable surroundings if you don't. Great food and a well-stocked bar too. Our second visit and hope it won't be the last.
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Date of stay: February 2023Trip type: Travelled as a couple
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Responded 16 Jun 2023
Kia ora Lamorna53, Thanks for sharing your experience. We would love to see you back again. Kind wishes, Hannah and Michael McSweeney Managers
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Excellent lodge experience. The hosts Hannah and Michael were gracious and we couldn't ask for a better stay at the Lodge. They were both very knowledable about the surronding enviornment and local flora and fauna. The rooms, food, activities were all top notch. Everything is carried out with the highest attention to detail. The rooms and common areas were very clean. Our room had an unobstructed view of the Southern Alps. Staying at the Lodge was one of the highlights of our 3 week trip to NZ. We'll plan to go back and stay at their other wilderness lodge in the south west part of the South Island.
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Date of stay: February 2023
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Room Tip: All rooms have amazing views of the Southern Alps.
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Responded 27 Mar 2023
Kia ora Katheryn, Thanks for taking the time to share your Wilderness Lodge experience here. We really appreciate hearing how much you enjoyed your time with us and would love to host you at Wilderness Lodge Lake Moeraki some time in the future. Kind wishes, Hannah and Michael McSweeney
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This was one of the most memorable experiences during out time in NZ. This place is more than just a place to stay - Michael and Hannah were so friendly and accommodating, going out of their way to welcome guests and get to know you. The rooms are comfortable, with outstanding views. The free laundry is great for those on long adventures. The lodge is very clean and the common spaces and dining room is a great place to meet other travelers. The food was pretty good, especially considering the remote location. There are a wide variety of 'tracks' to walk, catering to a wide range of fitness levels. The sheep experience with Neil is fantastic and a must do if you stay here. While this was one of the more expensive places we stayed, it was, in essence, all-inclusive. You can park your car for a few days and have everything you need at the lodge. We highly recommend staying with Michael and Hannah should your travels take you to the Arthur's Pass area.…
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Date of stay: January 2023
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Responded 27 Mar 2023
Kia ora Aaronh330, We are so pleased to hear how much you enjoyed your time with us and how you embraced the complete Wilderness Lodge experience. We'd love to host you again one day. Kind wishes, Hannah and Michael McSweeney
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The welcome, the hikes right from our room and the food all made this an excellent choice. We were very impressed with the quality and presentation of all our meals. Thank you to the McSweeny’s and their excellent staff for a lovely few days.
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Date of stay: February 2023Trip type: Travelled as a couple
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Responded 27 Mar 2023
Kia ora Global547252, Thanks for sharing your review with the TripAdvisor community. We really appreciate you taking the time. Kind wishes, Hannah and Michael McSweeney
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We stayed here as part of a trip put on by Backroads, an adventure company. The resort is amazing with a beautiful layout, very friendly staff, great food and beverages. The common area/lounge has a magnificent view of the mountains and there are some trails you can walk on directly from the hotel. A real treat for us was a tour by Michael the Sheep Farmer. He met us in the pasture and gave us an interesting presentation and demonstration of his working dogs, the sheep, etc. He also demonstrated sheep shearing and explained the differences between Merino wool and lower grades. Be sure to attend this…it’s very enlightening. The room was comfortable and well-appointed. I’d stay there again for sure.
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Date of stay: February 2023Trip type: Travelled as a couple
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Responded 27 Mar 2023
Kia ora Ronm548, We really enjoy hosting Backroads Active Travel and sharing our special part of the world with adventurers. We are so pleased that you enjoyed all aspects of your time here and would be delighted to host you again in future. Kind wishes, Hannah and Michael McSweeney
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We stayed at the Wilderness Lodge for two nights. From the minute we arrived the staff were so informative and attentive. Great room overlooking the mountains with great comfortable beds. Loved the sheep shearing demo from Farmer John (?), so interesting. Great advice on various walks we could do. Loved the climb to the Punchbowl waterfall and also the Rainbow Valley walk. The half board basis was amazing. You can elect to share a table with other guests or be seated alone. I selected a sharing table (which my reserved husband was a bit unsure about) but we sat with some great people, Max & Susan from the USA and Joyce and Gary from Canada, it was great to swap life stories and also tips on places we hadn’t yet visited. The food served was amazing, the fillet steak was to die for. Thank you to you all.…
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Date of stay: February 2023Trip type: Travelled as a couple
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Responded 27 Mar 2023
Kia ora Heather, Thanks for your enthusiastic review. We really enjoy helping our guests to create special memories and explore our unique part of New Zealand and love hearing feedback like yours. Thanks for your visit. Kind wishes, Hannah and Michael McSweeney
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We loved it here!! Hannah and Michael were the most hospitable, friendly, helpful proprietors we could wish for. The property was stunning. While it’s not inexpensive, it was an excellent value - breakfast and dinner included, tea and snacks, lots of activities, daily housekeeping, laundry machines, etc. I’d highly recommend this property. So many lovely walks and places to explore. We loved learning about the sheep farm and seeing the dogs.
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Date of stay: January 2023Trip type: Travelled as a couple
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Responded 27 Mar 2023
Kia ora S2441SMlizb, Thanks for sharing your Wilderness Lodge experience here - we really appreciate it. Kind wishes, Hannah and Michael McSweeney
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What a treasure! If you want to take in the Arthur’s Pass area while enjoying a little luxury, this is the place! The rooms have amazing views of the valley below and the mountains in the distance. The gourmet dinners and cooked to order breakfasts were delicious. We learned about local plants, area history and sheep ranching. All staff were wonderfully helpful, but our favorite was Neil who runs the sheep ranch on the property. His tour and demonstrations were excellent, informative and entertaining, as well. We enjoyed the Wilderness Lodge so much that we immediately booked a stay at the sister lodge at Lake Moeraki.
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Date of stay: January 2023Trip type: Travelled as a couple
Room Tip: Do NOT miss the sheep talk and demo! Pose with the ram and feed the baby lamb with a bottle.
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Responded 27 Mar 2023
Kia ora 474SueW, Thanks for your review. We are so pleased to hear how much you enjoyed all aspects of your stay with us. We work really hard to bring together great hospitality, food and accommodation along with unique nature and farm experiences and it's great to know this is appreciated. Kind wishes, Hannah and Michael McSweeney
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Frequently Asked Questions about Wilderness Lodge Arthurs Pass
Which popular attractions are close to Wilderness Lodge Arthurs Pass?
Nearby attractions include Bealey Spur (1.3 km) and Cass-Lagoon Saddle Track (0.4 km).
What are some of the property amenities at Wilderness Lodge Arthurs Pass?
Some of the more popular amenities offered include free wifi, an on-site restaurant, and breakfast buffet.
What food & drink options are available at Wilderness Lodge Arthurs Pass?
Guests can enjoy an on-site restaurant during their stay.
Are any cleaning services offered at Wilderness Lodge Arthurs Pass?
Yes, laundry service and self serve laundry are offered to guests.
Are there any historical sites close to Wilderness Lodge Arthurs Pass?
Many travellers enjoy visiting Jack's Hut (14.5 km).
Does Wilderness Lodge Arthurs Pass have any great views?
Yes, guests often enjoy the mountain view available here.
Is Wilderness Lodge Arthurs Pass accessible?
Yes, it offers reduced mobility rooms. For specific enquiries, we recommend calling ahead to confirm.