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Possum Lodge

2.5 star property

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A stone building with a sign for 'Possum Lodge Manapouri'.
A cozy living room with a wooden dining table, a sofa, and a blue carpet.
A kitchen with a wooden table and chairs, a sink, and various appliances.
A rustic outdoor cafe with a wooden table and benches, surrounded by greenery and trees.
A small, single-story house with a porch, surrounded by lush greenery and trees. There are two white chairs on the porch and a gravel path leading to the house.

Reviews

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful

Popular amenities

  • Pet friendly
  • Parking included
  • Free WiFi
  • Laundry

Explore the area

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13 Murrell Ave, Manapouri, Southland, 9679
  • Place, Te Wahipounamu
    ‪2 min walk‬
  • Place, Frasers Beach
    ‪2 min walk‬
  • Place, Kepler Track
    ‪27 min drive‬

Room options

View all photos for Family Room

A house with a front door, two white chairs, and a gravel driveway.

Family Room

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful
(5 reviews)
  • Garden view
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Queen Bed and 2 Twin Beds
  • Free WiFi

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A hotel room with a bed, a chair, a nightstand, a mirror, and a door.

Basic Cabin

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)
  • Park view
  • 118 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed
  • Free WiFi

Classic House

  • Garden view
  • 1076 sq ft
  • 4 bedrooms
  • Sleeps 5
  • 1 Double Bed, 2 Queen Beds and 2 Twin Beds
  • Free WiFi

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A house with a small garden, two white metal chairs, and a wooden fence.

Classic Double or Twin Room

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(1 review)
  • Garden view
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Queen Bed and 1 Twin Bed
  • Free WiFi

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A row of yellow cabins with blue doors and windows, arranged in a row with a gravel path in front.

Basic Cabin

  • Park view
  • 118 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Twin Beds
  • Free WiFi

About the neighborhood

Manapouri

Possum Lodge places you next to Lake Manapouri and Te Wahipounamu. This 9-room lodge welcomes guests with conveniences like free in-room WiFi, free self parking, and laundry facilities.
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What's nearby

  • Te Wahipounamu - 2 min walk - 0.1 miles
  • Frasers Beach - 2 min walk - 0.1 miles
  • Te Anau Wildlife Centre - 23 min drive - 15.0 miles
  • Fiordland National Park Visitor Centre - 24 min drive - 15.9 miles
  • Kepler Track - 27 min drive - 16.1 miles

Restaurants

  • ‪Real Journeys Cafe - ‬9 min walk
  • ‪The Church Manapouri - ‬6 min walk
  • ‪Manapouri Cafe & Dairy - ‬6 min walk
  • ‪mexican bay - ‬6 min walk

About this property

Possum Lodge

Possum Lodge features free WiFi in public areas, refrigerator in a common area, and laundry facilities. A stay here includes free parking. Front-desk staff can assist with tours/tickets and luggage storage. Additional amenities include barbecue grills, a garden, and a communal living room.
Guests can expect to find free WiFi. Housekeeping is available on request.
The recreational activities listed below are available either on site or nearby; fees may apply.

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Property amenities

Internet

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

Parking and transportation

  • Free uncovered self parking on site

Family friendly

  • Laundry facilities

Conveniences

  • Laundry facilities
  • Limited-hour front desk
  • Luggage storage
  • Shared refrigerator

Guest services

  • Change of bedsheets (on request)
  • Change of towels on request
  • Housekeeping (on request)
  • Tour and ticket assistance

Outdoors

  • Barbecue grill
  • Firepit
  • Garden
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Picnic area

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • No elevator
  • Stair-free path to entrance

More

  • Communal living room
  • Designated smoking areas

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided

More

  • Heating
  • Window screens

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; Check-in end time: anytime
Minimum check-in age: 16

Check-out

Check-out before 10:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

Front desk staffed during limited hours
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Access methods

Front desk (limited hours), key retrieval

Pets

  • This property welcomes pets for free
  • Service animals exempt from fees

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, debit cards, and cash
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a security system, and a first aid kit
  • Check-in: 2:00 PM—-anytime
  • Check-out: 10:00 AM
  • Minimum check-in age: 16
The front desk is available during limited hours. Driving? This property offers free parking.

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, debit cards, and cash.
  • Onsite safety features include a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a security system, and a first aid kit.

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.

Property class

Property class, provided by our rating system, is based on property type, amenities, and services.

Property is also known as

Possum Lodge Lodge
Possum Lodge Manapouri
Possum Lodge Lodge Manapouri

Frequently asked questions

Are free cancellation options available at Possum Lodge?

Possum Lodge provides free cancellation on some room rates. For additional details, review the cancellation policy on our site.

How much does it cost to stay at Possum Lodge?

As of Aug 11, 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Possum Lodge on Aug 12, 2026 start from $37, including taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

What is there to do within easy reach of Possum Lodge?

Located steps from Lake Manapouri, this lodge is in Manapouri, and within a 10-minute walk of Te Wahipounamu and Frasers Beach.

Will I be able to park at Possum Lodge?

Yes, uncovered self parking is offered for free at the lodge.

Does Possum Lodge feature a casino?

No, Possum Lodge doesn't have a casino.

Is there an indoor pool at Possum Lodge?

No, there is no indoor pool at this lodge.

What do couples enjoy most about Possum Lodge?

Couples staying at this lodge will appreciate amenities like a walkway to water plus some guestrooms include a garden view and a fireplace.

Are there hot tubs at Possum Lodge?

No, there isn't a spa tub at this lodge.

Does Possum Lodge have a restaurant that serves breakfast?

No, Possum Lodge doesn't have a restaurant that serves breakfast.

Does Possum Lodge allow pets to stay free of charge?

Yes, pets stay free at Possum Lodge.

Are there connecting rooms at Possum Lodge?

No, there aren't connecting guestrooms at this lodge.

Can I book a room with a balcony at Possum Lodge?

Yes, some guestrooms at this lodge offer a deck/patio where guests can enjoy garden and park views.

Possum Lodge Reviews

Reviews

9.0

Wonderful

Rating 10 - Excellent. 36 out of 56 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 13 out of 56 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 4 out of 56 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 3 out of 56 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 56 reviews

9.0/10

Cleanliness

9.2/10

Staff & service

8.6/10

Amenities

8.2/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Maria

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Lovely little cottage, perfect for a brief stay, close the trails and bay.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Helen

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great place to stay!
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Emma

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Cute place to stay. Fabulous communal kitchens. Loved the heated blanket in the cabin!
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2026
Verified review

8/10 Good

BRAD

Liked: Cleanliness
Camper cabin was small but good
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Faren H

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Great cabin ideal location for boat trip on Doubtful sound short drive to Te anau
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2026
Verified review

8/10 Good

Marjukka

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, room comfort
Very rustic but clean and comfortable.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Scott

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Clean, well equipped.
Stayed 4 nights in Feb 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Emi

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
It was an amazing location and the facilities were really clean and organized. It was a great stay.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025
Verified review

8/10 Good

shane

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

Great stay

Very welcoming and the room we had was great for what was required
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025
Verified review

8/10 Good

Tyler

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Unexpected in a good way. Cabin was very comfortable, clean, and large. A great place for free spirited travellers to get away. The best part was the wonderful hospitality from the owner. I would gladly return to the Possum Lodge.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025
Verified review

4/10 Poor

Russell

Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Room was not as pictured. 2 singke beds. Never saw a staff member either checking in or out.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Sandra

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
A magical spot like no other, well worth staying at Possum Lodge for this alone…Highly recommend!
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2023
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10/10 Excellent

Stephanie

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great setting good value
Stayed 5 nights in Nov 2024
Verified review

4/10 Poor

Forrest

The staff appeared noisy and angry. The walls are paper thin I would not stay here again sorry guys.
Stayed 8 nights in Mar 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Susan

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Quiet, lovely and comfortable beds.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025
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10/10 Excellent

shelby

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Stayed here for a night before a Doubtful Sound cruise. The location was perfect (right down the street from the RealNZ ferry). The facilities were simple but very comfy. Right along the water with multiple paths around the grounds. Felt like a cool little community with many different travelers. Would definitely recommend to anyone traveling to this area!
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Ann

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Enjoyed, thanks very much. Cute wee place right out of the 50s.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Yuan-Hsiang

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Room’s clean. Staffs are helpful. Overall very good value for money.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Norhamidah

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Clean room
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Linda

Quaint and friendly. Lovely surroundings.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2023
Verified review

8/10 Good

Nigel

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Well set up and comfortable.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Yeva

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Henry was amazing and showed us around the lodge! It's located near the water with wonderful views (and kayaks!), and a great outdoor fireplace. I wish we had gotten to stay longer!
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2023
Verified review

6/10 Okay

Kelly

Liked: Staff & service
The staff was very kind and friendly and the room itself was nice and cozy. But the shared facilities were not as well kept. The bathroom and shower facilities were messy/dirty - it was nearly impossible to keep anything dry in the shower areas. Overall, for the cost and location and short stay, it’s fine.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

ed

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Lovely little cottage. Very peaceful.
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Lorri

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

Eclectic and rewarding

Super friendly staff, quite setting, everyone was so nice. Eclectic and rewarding. We enjoyed our stay.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2023