The Portage Resort

4.5 star property
Luxury lodge with a seasonal outdoor pool and a restaurant

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Breakfast and dinner served, alfresco dining
Seasonal outdoor pool
On the beach
Breakfast and dinner served, alfresco dining
Korimako Sunroom | 2 bedrooms, desk, free WiFi, bed sheets

Reviews

8.0 out of 10
Very good

Popular amenities

  • Bar
  • Room service
  • Breakfast available
  • Pool
  • Housekeeping
  • Laundry

Explore the area

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2923 Kenepuru Road, Portage, 7282
  • Place, Picton Ferry Terminal
  • Place, Waikawa Marina
  • Place, Picton Harbour
  • Airport, Blenheim (BHE-Woodbourne)
    ‪102 min drive‬

Room options

Weka Rooms

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(2 reviews)
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

Korimako Room

  • Bay view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed OR 2 Twin Beds

Korimako Two Bedroom

  • 2 bedrooms
  • Bay view
  • Sleeps 5
  • 1 King Bed and 3 Twin Beds

Tui Terrace

  • Bay view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

Kereru Suites

  • 1 bedroom
  • Bay view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

Korimako Sunroom

  • Bay view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

About the neighborhood

Portage

The Portage Resort places you 20.9 mi (33.7 km) from Okiwa Bay and 21 mi (33.9 km) from Queen Charlotte Walkway. This 41-room, 4.5-star lodge has conveniences like a restaurant, a bar/lounge, and free in-room WiFi.

What's nearby

  • Kenepuru Sounds - 23 min drive - 7.2 miles

Getting around

  • Picton (PCN) - 90 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Raetihi Lodge - ‬97 min drive
  • ‪Jolly Roger - ‬90 min drive
  • ‪Café On Deck 7 - ‬87 min drive
  • Kumatage
  • ‪The Snapper Cafe - ‬6 min drive

About this property

The Portage Resort

Luxury lodge with a seasonal outdoor pool and a restaurant
The Portage Resort features free WiFi in public areas, meeting rooms, and conference space. The front desk has multilingual staff that can help with tours/tickets and luggage storage. Other amenities at this luxury lodge include a seasonal outdoor pool, a terrace, and laundry facilities.
Guests can expect to find free WiFi. Bathrooms have hair dryers and free toiletries. Coffee makers and desks are also standard.
Recreational amenities at the lodge include a seasonal outdoor pool.

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.

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • In-room WiFi speed: 25+ Mbps
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Food and drink

  • Daily cooked-to-order breakfast available 7:00 AM to 10:00 AM for a fee: NZD 25 to 35 per person
  • A bar/lounge
  • A restaurant

Restaurants on site

  • Portage Resort Restaurant
  • Snapper Bar & Eatery

Things to do

  • Seasonal outdoor pool
  • TV in common areas

Family friendly

  • Laundry facilities
  • Seasonal outdoor pool

Conveniences

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

Guest services

  • Concierge services
  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Multilingual staff
  • Tour and ticket assistance
  • Wedding services

Business services

  • Conference space
  • Meeting rooms

Outdoors

  • Garden
  • In a national park
  • On the bay
  • On the beach
  • Picnic area
  • Terrace

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
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk
  • Wheelchair-accessible restaurant

More

  • Banquet hall
  • Fireplace in lobby
  • Smoking not allowed

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Shower
  • Towels provided

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Electric kettle
  • Limited room service

More

  • Access via exterior corridors
  • Desk
  • Heating

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 2 PM; Check-in end time: 6:00 PM
Late check-in subject to availability
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 10 AM
Late check-out subject to availability
A late check-out fee will be charged

Special check-in instructions

The property charges 2.5 percent for credit card payments
The front desk is open daily from 7 AM - 6:00 PM
Front desk staffed during limited hours
If you are planning to arrive after 6:00 PM please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation
This property is accessible only by water taxi or helicopter. The property does not arrange transfers, guests must make their own arrangements to get to the property.

Access methods

Front desk (limited hours)

Pets

  • Service animals exempt from fees

Property payment types

Important information

Optional extras

These fees and deposits will be charged at check-in, check-out, or the time of service.

  • Fee for cooked-to-order breakfast: approximately NZD 25 to 35 per person
  • Late check-out is available for a fee (subject to availability)
  • Credit card charges are subject to a surcharge of 2.5 percent

This list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits might not include tax and are subject to change.

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 debit cards; cash is not accepted
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, and a first aid kit
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children; if you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room
Please note that cultural norms and guest policies may differ by country and by property; the policies listed are provided by the property
  • Check-in: 2 PM
  • Check-out: 10 AM
  • Minimum check-in age: 18
The front desk is available during limited hours.

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.
  • This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children. If you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room.
  • 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 debit cards. Cash is not accepted. 
  • Onsite safety features include a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, and a first aid kit.

Additional information about polices, regulations, and more:

  • The seasonal pool is open from October to April.
  • Pool access available from 9 AM to 10 PM.
  • There are no elevators.
  • No cribs or infant beds are available.
  • No rollaway or extra beds are available.

National rating

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

Property is also known as

Peppers Hotel Portage
Peppers Portage
Portage Peppers
Portage Resort Hotel
The Portage Hotel Picton
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Portage The Portage Hotel
Hotel The Portage
The Portage Portage
The Portage Resort Hotel
Peppers Portage
Hotel Portage
The Portage

Frequently asked questions

What's there to see near The Portage Resort?

This lodge is located in Portage, close to Picton Ferry Terminal, Kenepuru Sounds, and Waikawa Marina. You'll also find Mabel Island and Edwin Fox nearby.

Will I be able to park at The Portage Resort?

No, there isn't parking available at the lodge.

Does The Portage Resort feature a casino?

No, The Portage Resort doesn't have a casino.

Will I find an indoor pool at The Portage Resort?

No, this lodge doesn't have an indoor pool; however, there is an outdoor pool. Guests have access between 9 AM and 10 PM and the seasonal pool is normally open from October until April.

What do couples enjoy most about The Portage Resort?

At this beachfront lodge, couples will appreciate amenities like a bar and a restaurant with al fresco dining plus some guestrooms include bay views.

Are there hot tubs at The Portage Resort?

No, this lodge doesn't have a spa tub.

Does The Portage Resort have a restaurant with a breakfast menu?

Yes, The Portage Resort serves a cooked-to-order breakfast for a surcharge each morning at Portage Resort Restaurant.

Does The Portage Resort allow pets to stay free of charge?

No, pets aren't allowed at The Portage Resort though service animals are welcome.

Are there connecting rooms at The Portage Resort?

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

What is the closest airport to The Portage Resort?

The closest major airport to The Portage Resort is Picton (PCN), which is about 11 mi away. Another top airport is Blenheim (BHE-Woodbourne), which is around 23.4 mi away.

Are there rooms with balconies that I can book at The Portage Resort?

Yes, some guestrooms at this lodge offer either a balcony or a patio where guests can enjoy bay or garden views.

Does The Portage Resort offer wedding services?

There are wedding services available at The Portage Resort if that's in your vacation plans.