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Awatuna Sunset Lodge

4.5 star property
Adults-only beachfront bed & breakfast with hot tub

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Terrace/patio
Tasman King Room | Egyptian cotton sheets, premium bedding, pillowtop beds, in-room safe
Point of interest
Ecotours
Boating

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • Hot Tub
  • Free airport shuttle
  • Room service
  • Housekeeping
  • Bar

Explore the area

Map
1209A Kumara Jct Hwy, Awatuna, 7882
  • National Kiwi Centre
    ‪10 min drive‬
  • Hokitika Beach
    ‪10 min drive‬
  • Shantytown
    ‪16 min drive‬
  • Hokitika (HKK)
    ‪11 min drive‬

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Room options

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Tasman King Room | Beach/ocean view

Tasman King Room

  • Sea view
  • 215 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Economy Triple Room | Egyptian cotton sheets, premium bedding, pillowtop beds, in-room safe

Economy Triple Room

  • 194 sq ft
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Queen Bed and 1 Large Twin Bed

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Deluxe Double Room | Egyptian cotton sheets, premium bedding, pillowtop beds, in-room safe

Deluxe Double Room

  • Sea view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

About the neighborhood

Awatuna

Awatuna Sunset Lodge places you within a 10-minute drive of popular sights such as Jagosi Jade and Hokitika Lighthouse. This 3-room, 4.5-star bed & breakfast welcomes guests with free breakfast, free in-room WiFi, and free self parking.
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What's nearby

  • Hokitika Lighthouse - 9 min drive - 7.8 miles
  • National Kiwi Centre - 10 min drive - 8.3 miles
  • Te Waipounamu Maori Heritage Centre - 10 min drive - 8.3 miles
  • Hokitika Beach - 10 min drive - 8.3 miles
  • Shantytown - 16 min drive - 13.5 miles

Getting around

  • Greymouth Station - 21 min drive
  • Hokitika (HKK) - 11 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪The Junction Cafe and Honey Centre - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪The Bridge Bar and Cafe - ‬8 min drive
  • ‪Kumara Motels - ‬11 min drive

About this property

Awatuna Sunset Lodge

Adults-only beachfront bed & breakfast with hot tub
Renovated in 2022, Awatuna Sunset Lodge offers free WiFi in public areas, a hot tub, and coffee in a common area. There's free parking, as well as a free airport shuttle during limited hours. The front desk has multilingual staff that can help with securing valuables and tours/tickets. Other amenities at this adults-only bed & breakfast include a microwave in a common area, a refrigerator in a common area, and a library.
43-inch Smart TVs come with digital channels and Netflix, and guests can stay connected with free WiFi. Pillowtop beds sport Egyptian cotton sheets and pillow menus, and bathrooms offer rainfall showers, hair dryers, and free toiletries. Other standard amenities include portable fans, safes, and ironing boards.
Recreational amenities at the bed & breakfast include a hot tub.

The recreational activities listed below are available either on site or nearby; fees may apply.

Awards and affiliations

Eco-Certified Property
This property participates in Qualmark Sustainable Tourism Business Award, a program that measures the property's impact on one or more of the following: environment, community, cultural-heritage, the local economy.

Languages

English, Italian

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Electric car charging station on site
  • Free roundtrip airport shuttle from 1:00 PM to 7:00 PM
  • Free train station pick-up and drop-off shuttle from 10:00 AM to 2:30 PM
  • Free beach shuttle
  • Free bus station shuttle
  • Free uncovered self parking on site

Food and drink

  • Free full breakfast available daily 8:00 AM to 10:00 AM
  • A bar/lounge
  • A restaurant
  • Coffee and tea in common areas
  • Free daily manager's reception
  • Private picnics

Restaurants on site

  • Free drink, nibbles 6pm

Things to do

  • Art gallery
  • Bicycle storage
  • Boat tours
  • Ecotours
  • Fishing
  • Hot tub
  • Kayaking
  • Library
  • Shopping

Conveniences

  • Gift shop/newsstand
  • Guidebooks
  • Limited-hour front desk
  • Safe at front desk
  • Shared microwave
  • Shared refrigerator
  • Water dispenser

Guest services

  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Multilingual staff
  • Proposal/romance packages
  • Tour and ticket assistance

Business services

  • Coworking space

Outdoors

  • Garden
  • On a river
  • On the beach
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Picnic area
  • Terrace
  • Vegetable garden

Accessibility

  • High-pile carpet in room
  • No elevator
  • Smooth flooring in public areas

More

  • 1 floor
  • At least 80% of food locally-sourced
  • At least 80% organic food
  • Built in 2006
  • Communal living room
  • Comprehensive food waste policy
  • Comprehensive recycling policy
  • Double-glazed windows
  • Electric bike charging
  • Local artist showcase
  • Local culture and ecosystem education
  • Locally-owned and organized tours and activities
  • No plastic coffee stirrers
  • No plastic drinking straws
  • No plastic soft drink bottles
  • No plastic water bottles
  • Renovated entire property - October 2022
  • Reusable cups
  • Reusable tableware
  • Smoke-free property
  • Traditional architecture
  • Vegan dining options
  • Vegetarian breakfast available
  • Vegetarian dining options
  • Water dispenser usage encouraged

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Blackout drapes
  • Egyptian cotton sheets
  • Hypo-allergenic bedding
  • Pillow menu
  • Pillowtop mattress

Bathroom

  • Bathrobes
  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Rainfall showerhead
  • Shampoo
  • Shower
  • Slippers
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • 43-inch smart TV with digital channels
  • Netflix
  • Streaming services

Food and drink

  • Champagne service
  • Free bottled water
  • Limited room service

More

  • Access via exterior corridors
  • Composting
  • Eco-friendly toiletries
  • Heating
  • Individual decor
  • Individual furnishings
  • Iron/ironing board
  • LED lighting
  • Portable fan
  • Recycling
  • Safe
  • Water-efficient showers
  • Water-efficient toilets

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: 6:00 PM
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 10:30 AM

Special check-in instructions

This property offers transfers from the airport and train station; to arrange pick-up, guests must contact the property 72 hours prior to arrival, using the contact information on the booking confirmation
The front desk is open daily from 8:00 AM - 6:00 PM
Guests will receive an email 48 hours before arrival with check-in instructions; front desk staffed during limited hours
This property doesn't offer after-hours check-in

Access methods

Front desk (limited hours)

Pets

  • This property doesn't allow pets

Children and extra beds

  • Children younger than 18 are not permitted to stay at this adults-only property (only guests 18 and older are allowed)

Property payment types

Important information

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card, or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
This property accepts credit cards and cash
Cashless transactions are available
Safety features at this property include a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a first aid kit, and outdoor lighting
  • Check-in: 3:00 PM—-6:00 PM
  • Check-out: 10:30 AM
  • Minimum check-in age: 18
The front desk is available during limited hours. For convenient arrivals and departures, you can take advantage of the free shuttle service to and from the airport (available during limited hours) or the train station. Driving? This property offers free parking, along with a car charging station.

We should mention

Details about charges, deposits, or other important information:

  • This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business, or profession.
  • Charges for extra guests may apply and vary depending on the property's policy.
  • A cash deposit, credit card, or debit card for incidental charges, as well as a government-issued photo ID, may be required at check-in.
  • Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in and can't be guaranteed. Certain requests may come with additional charges.
  • This property accepts credit cards and cash.
  • Onsite safety features include a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a first aid kit, and outdoor lighting.
  • Cashless payment methods are available for all transactions.

Additional information about polices, regulations, and more:

  • There are no elevators.
  • No cribs or infant beds are available.
  • No rollaway or extra beds are available.
  • This property welcomes guests of all sexual orientations and gender identities (LGBTQ+ friendly).

National rating

Rating provided by Qualmark®, source of official star ratings for accommodation in New Zealand.

Property is also known as

Awatuna Sunset Lodge Awatuna
Awatuna Sunset Lodge Bed & breakfast
Awatuna Sunset Lodge Bed & breakfast Awatuna

Frequently asked questions

Is free cancellation available at Awatuna Sunset Lodge?

Awatuna Sunset Lodge provides free cancellation on select room rates. For specific requirements, review the cancellation policy on Orbitz.

Will I be able to park at Awatuna Sunset Lodge?

Yes, uncovered self parking is offered for free at the bed & breakfast. Electric car charging and electric bike charging are also available.

Does Awatuna Sunset Lodge feature a casino?

No, Awatuna Sunset Lodge doesn't have a casino.

Will I find an indoor pool at Awatuna Sunset Lodge?

No, this bed & breakfast doesn't have an indoor pool; however, there is a hot tub.

What will couples enjoy most about a stay at Awatuna Sunset Lodge?

This adults-only bed u0026 breakfast offers many amenities for couples, including Champagne service as well as a bar and a beachfront restaurant.

Are there hot tubs at Awatuna Sunset Lodge?

Yes, guests can enjoy a spa tub at this bed & breakfast.

Does Awatuna Sunset Lodge feature a restaurant that includes a breakfast menu?

Yes, Awatuna Sunset Lodge serves free full breakfasts at Free drink, nibbles 6pm each morning.

Will Awatuna Sunset Lodge allow pets to stay for free?

No, pets aren't allowed at Awatuna Sunset Lodge.

Does Awatuna Sunset Lodge have connecting rooms?

No, this bed & breakfast doesn't feature connecting guestrooms.

How far is the airport from Awatuna Sunset Lodge?

The closest major airport to Awatuna Sunset Lodge is Hokitika (HKK), which is 8.5 mi away (11 minutes by car).

Are there rooms with balconies at Awatuna Sunset Lodge?

Yes, some guestrooms at Awatuna Sunset Lodge offer a deck and may feature sea views.

Awatuna Sunset Lodge Reviews

Reviews

10

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 20 out of 20 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 0 out of 20 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 20 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 20 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 20 reviews

10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Staff & service

9.8/10

Amenities

10/10

Property conditions & facilities

10/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Emily

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Incredible hosts and a very special place! Such a highlight of our trip to NZ.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Dan

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Wellcom property, warm peoples, nice and quiet
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2023

10/10 Excellent

David

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Didn’t realize this place was a B&B until we were greeted by Elizabeth and Selwyn. They welcomed us and offered snacks and wine. As we didn’t know about there being no official restaurant on premises, provided us with an excellent lasagna and salad dinner. (with more wine). Room was beautiful and on the ocean just a few steps from the water. Breakfast was also great and more than we could finish. We would recommend the Awatuna Sunset Lodge to anyone traveling in this area.

10/10 Excellent

gordon

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very nice facility with excellent room, food and service. The owners are excellent and friendly
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2023

10/10 Excellent

Douglas

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great place to stay… beautiful setting and lovely hosts….
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2023

10/10 Excellent

Frank

Stayed 1 night in Jan 2023

10/10 Excellent

edward

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
A place that exceeded our expections,Soon as we arrived we were welcomed with a beautiful greeting from Elizabeth followed closely by a cold beverage .They genuinely do care about their guests.from the homemade food to the adventure on Radar with Selwyn..Beautiful scenery and a great couples getaway without any children to disturb you.Highly Recommended. Ed & Jammie.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2023

10/10 Excellent

Mike

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great location and wonderful hosts.

10/10 Excellent

Avery

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Awatuna resort was spectacular! Elizabeth and Selwyn were so kind and accommodating. The resort is such a unique B&B as they offer amazing home cooked meals, beach tours in an Argo, beach views and cocktail hour on the deck!

10/10 Excellent

Jenna

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Welcoming, charming, and a stay to remember!

What a treat! Elizabeth and Selwyn were exceptional hosts. When asked, yes you want to ride Radar. To say we were treated like family is an understatement -- the kindness and hospitality is second to none. A few of our favorite moments included: patio welcome drinks, evening hot tub time, feeding the chickens, and of course breakfast made to order. My only regret was not staying a second night due to our travel plans. BOOK THIS NOW!
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2022

10/10 Excellent

Daniel

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Truly heaven on earth

Don’t even know where to begin! Probably the best stay of our lives. After travelling around NZ from the UK this place was a slice of heaven. We were greeted warmly and told we were just in time for sunset - served Canapés and a beer on the beautiful terrace as the sun went down. A dip in the lovely hot tub, an insanely comfy bed for a wonderful nights sleep and then a freshly cooked home made breakfast. Plus travel tips and friendly-ness galore. We couldn’t recommend this place highly enough - perfect hosts in paradise.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2022

10/10 Excellent

Moana

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
If you are looking for a home stay with fantastic hosts this place is for you. The location beach front was beautiful. The breakfast amazing. Our bedroom was roomy high standards in linen, bed quality and cleanliness smart tv My only comment is I think the description should be a b&b
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2022

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Traveled with family
Liked: Staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Elizabeth and Selwyn know how to treat a guest. Nothing was a problem and always keen for a chat. We went to the Wild Foods and Selwyn dropped us off and picked us up...that is above and beyond. No extra charge either. Great coffee btw. Thanks again.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2021

10/10 Excellent

Alan

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

A Hidden Gem

This could not have been anymore amazing than it was! A beautiful room with a veranda overlooking the sea. Elizabeth and Selwyn are the perfect hosts, a welcome drink and canapés on arrival with other guests was unexpected and lovely. Breakfast was also excellent with a great selection. Although only small and a few kms out of town, do not miss this exceptional accommodation.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2020

10/10 Excellent

Marie

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Fantastiskt underbart par som drev stället. Enorm solnedgång. Underbart slow cooked lamm med hemodlade grönsaker.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Lars

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Better than best!

We can highly recommend Awatuna Sunset Lodge! It has three very nice newrennovated doublerooms. Everything in the lodge is brandnew, very clean and good looking. Sitting at the terrass overlooking the garden and the sea is a pleasure. The breakfast was really good and much more than we expected. We will like to come back there if we could!!
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2020