Manakau Lodge
Manakau Lodge
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Manakau Lodge features mountain views, free WiFi and free private parking, located in Kaikoura. The lodge provides guests with a terrace, sea views, a seating area, cable flat-screen TV, a fully equipped kitchen with a fridge and a dishwasher, and a private bathroom with shower and free toiletries. An oven, a microwave and stovetop are also featured, as well as a coffee machine and an electric tea pot. Guests at Manakau Lodge can enjoy a continental breakfast. The accommodation has a grill. After a day of hiking, fishing or cycling, guests can relax in the garden or in the shared lounge area.
Couples in particular like the location – they rated it 10 for a two-person trip.
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Most popular amenities
- Free parking
- Free Wifi
- Non-smoking rooms
- Family rooms
- Breakfast
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Guests who stayed here loved
- Colleen
United States
“Manakau Lodge is situated beautifully between the ocean and the mountains. Janice was a wonderful and gracious host, helping me with dinner recommendations and reservations, offering to drive us there, showing us walking trails nearby and...” - Andrea
United States
“Wow!!!!! Incredible place. Best part was the views as well as the owners of the place next door- amazing people. We would be so happy to be back to visit again.” - Dearna
New Zealand
“Excellent accommodation, peaceful, very clean, comfortable, stylish, has everything you need and very friendly hosts. This was our second time here and once again we loved it. Hopefully we will be back again.” - Sandra
New Zealand
“The location was peaceful but very picturesque with both mountain & sea views. Quality furnishings & attention to detail.” - Ben
United Kingdom
“Location and facilities were excellent. The views are beautiful, too” - Paula
Portugal
“property was great in all small details, very well equipped” - DDearna
New Zealand
“We thoroughly enjoyed our nights stay at Manakau Lodge, although it was cold and wet outside the Lodge was exceptionally warm and the fireplace made it even cosier. The bedrooms are really spacious and tastefully decorated . We loved everything...” - Sharon
New Zealand
“Fabulous spacious accommodation, views from bedroom & outdoor seating. Quiet location, beautiful fireplace inside, laundry facilities. Fully equipped kitchen. Dog friendly & fenced. Loved our stay.” - Mani
New Zealand
“Great accommodation with excellent facilities, including the wood fire place.” - Jan
Germany
“Traumlage…und wir hatten die ganze Lodge für uns allein ! Was für ein unvergesslicher Aufenthalt..! Die Freundlichkeit von Janice…man spürt das hier alles von Herzen kommt…auch die wundervolle Einrichtung…man vermisst wirklich gar nichts…! Eine...”
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Amenities of Manakau LodgeGreat facilities! Review score, 9.6
Most popular amenities
- Free parking
- Free Wifi
- Non-smoking rooms
- Family rooms
- Breakfast
Bathroom
- Toilet paper
- Towels
- Additional bathroom
- Guest bathroom
- Bathtub or shower
- Private bathroom
- Toilet
- Free toiletries
- Hairdryer
- Bathtub
- Shower
Bedroom
- Linens
- Wardrobe or closet
- Extra long beds (> 6.5 ft)
View
- Inner courtyard view
- Landmark view
- Mountain view
- Garden view
- Sea view
- View
Outdoors
- Picnic area
- Outdoor furniture
- Outdoor dining area
- Terrace
- Sun deck
- Barbecue
- BBQ facilities
- Patio
- Balcony
- Garden
Kitchen
- Shared kitchen
- Dining table
- Coffee machine
- Cleaning products
- Toaster
- Stovetop
- Oven
- Dryer
- Kitchenware
- Electric kettle
- Kitchen
- Washing machine
- Dishwasher
- Microwave
- Refrigerator
Room Amenities
- Socket near the bed
- Drying rack for clothing
- Fold-up bed
- Clothes rack
PetsPets are allowed. No extra charges.
Activities
- Cooking classAdditional chargeOff-site
- Bike toursAdditional charge
- Walking tours
- DivingAdditional chargeOff-site
- CyclingOff-site
- HikingOff-site
- CanoeingAdditional chargeOff-site
- FishingOff-site
- Golf course (within 2 miles)Additional charge
Living Area
- Dining area
- Sofa
- Fireplace
- Sitting area
- Desk
Media & Technology
- Streaming service (like Netflix)
- Flat-screen TV
- Cable channels
- TV
- Pay-per-view channels
Food & Drink
- Fruit
- Breakfast in the room
- Tea/Coffee maker
InternetWifi is available in all areas and is free of charge.
ParkingFree private parking is available on site (reservation is not needed).
- Accessible parking
Front Desk Services
- Private check-in/out
- Baggage storage
- Express check-in/out
Entertainment & Family Services
- Indoor play area
- Board games/Puzzles
- Books, DVDs or music for children
- Board games/puzzles
Cleaning Services
- Laundry
Safety & security
- CCTV outside property
- Smoke alarms
- Key access
General
- Carbon monoxide detector
- Grocery deliveries
- Shared lounge/TV area
- Air conditioning
- Smoke-free property
- Hardwood or parquet floors
- Tile/Marble floor
- Heating
- Private entrance
- Carpeted
- Soundproof rooms
- Family rooms
- Ironing facilities
- Non-smoking rooms
- Iron
Accessibility
- Entire unit wheelchair accessible
- Entire unit located on ground floor
Languages Spoken
- English
House rulesManakau Lodge takes special requests – add in the next step!
Child policies
Children of all ages are welcome.
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Crib and extra bed policies
Prices for cribs and extra beds aren't included in the total price. They'll have to be paid for separately during your stay.
The number of extra beds and cribs allowed depends on the option you choose. Check your selected option for more info.
All cribs and extra beds are subject to availability.


The fine printMust-know information for guests at this property
If you wish to check in any time outside of 15:00 to 20:00, please notify the lodge in advance. You can use the Special Requests box when booking, or contact the property using the contact details found on the booking confirmation.
Please inform Manakau Lodge of your expected arrival time in advance. You can use the Special Requests box when booking, or contact the property directly using the contact details in your confirmation.
Guests under the age of 18 can only check in with a parent or official guardian.