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Lochmara Lodge

4.0 star property
your current months are December, 2024 and January, 2025.
December 2024
January 2025

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Bellbird Double Room | View from room
View from property
Exterior
Front of property
Fantail Room | Courtyard view

Reviews

9.0 out of 10

Wonderful

Popular amenities

  • Bar
    Bar
  • Spa
    Spa
  • Breakfast available
    Breakfast available
  • Laundry
    Laundry
  • Free WiFi
    Free WiFi
  • Restaurant
    Restaurant

Explore the area

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Lochmara Bay, Queen Charlotte Sound, Lochmara Bay, Marlborough, 7220
  • Lochmara Lodge Marlborough Sounds Wildlife Recovery Centre
    17 min walk
  • Kenepuru Sounds
    9 min drive
  • Edwin Fox Museum
    68 min drive
  • Blenheim (BHE-Woodbourne)
    79 min drive

Room options

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Kākāriki Chalet | View from room

Kākāriki Chalet

  • 32 sq m
  • Sea view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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Weka Chalet | Private kitchen

Weka Chalet

  • 30 sq m
  • Partial ocean view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Queen Bed and 2 Twin Beds

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Fantail Room | Courtyard view

Fantail Room

  • Beach view
  • Sleeps 5
  • 1 Queen Bed, 1 Twin Bed and 1 Twin Bunk Bed

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Kōtuku Studio

Kōtuku Studio

  • Beach view
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Queen Bed and 1 Twin Bed

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Bellbird Double Room

Bellbird Double Room

  • Beach view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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Shearwater Room

Shearwater Room

  • 14 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Twin Beds

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About the area

Lochmara Bay

When you stay at Lochmara Lodge in Lochmara Bay, you'll be on the beach and 26.2 mi (42.2 km) from Edwin Fox. .This beach hotel is 26.3 mi (42.3 km) from Picton Ferry Terminal and 0.1 mi (0.1 km) from Lochmara Lodge Arts Centre.

What's nearby

  • Lochmara Lodge Marlborough Sounds Wildlife Recovery Centre - 17 min walk - 1.2 km
  • Kenepuru Sounds - 9 min drive - 4.5 km
  • Picton Ferry Terminal - 68 min drive - 42.4 km
  • Picton Harbour - 70 min drive - 43.4 km
  • Waikawa Marina - 72 min drive - 45.7 km

Getting around

  • Blenheim (BHE-Woodbourne) - 79 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Cafe Cortado - ‬67 min drive
  • ‪Crow Tavern and Restaurant - ‬68 min drive
  • ‪Picton Village Bakery - ‬67 min drive
  • ‪The Irish - ‬68 min drive
  • ‪The Barn Cafe - ‬67 min drive

About this property

Lochmara Lodge

Beachfront hotel for sun and fun
Lochmara Lodge offers 14 accommodations with coffee/tea makers and hair dryers. This Lochmara Bay hotel provides complimentary wireless Internet access. Bathrooms include showers and complimentary toiletries. Housekeeping is offered once per stay and irons/ironing boards can be requested. Housekeeping is provided on a limited basis.
The recreational activities listed below are available either on site or nearby; fees may apply.
Guests can pamper themselves by indulging in the onsite spa services. There are massage/treatment rooms available.
Make yourself at home in one of the 14 guestrooms. Complimentary wireless internet access is available to keep you connected. Private bathrooms with showers feature complimentary toiletries and hair dryers. Conveniences include coffee/tea makers, housekeeping is provided once per stay, and irons/ironing boards can be requested.
Take in the views from a terrace and a garden and make use of amenities such as complimentary wireless internet access. Additional features at this hotel include shopping on site, wedding services, and tour/ticket assistance. Getting to nearby attractions is a breeze with the area shuttle (surcharge).
Enjoy a satisfying meal at Lochmara Cafe/Restaurant serving guests of Lochmara Lodge. Quench your thirst with your favorite drink at the bar/lounge. Full breakfasts are available daily from 7:30 AM to 11:00 AM for a fee.
Featured amenities include luggage storage, laundry facilities, and a safe deposit box at the front desk.
Full breakfasts are available for a surcharge and are served each morning between 7:30 AM and 11:00 AM.
Lochmara Cafe/Restaurant - This café serves breakfast, lunch, and dinner. Guests can enjoy drinks at the bar. A children's menu is available. Happy hour is offered.

Languages

English, French, German, Spanish

Property amenities

Internet

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

Parking and public transport

  • No on-site parking available
  • Local area shuttle (surcharge)

Food and drink

  • Full breakfast available for a fee daily 7:30 AM–11:00 AM: NZD 15.00-35.00 for adults and NZD 15.00-35.00 for children
  • 1 restaurant
  • 1 bar

Restaurants on site

  • Lochmara Cafe/Restaurant

Things to do

  • Art gallery
  • Ecotours
  • Hiking/biking trails
  • Kayaking
  • Playground
  • Shopping
  • Spa services

Family friendly

  • Beach toys
  • Children's games
  • Children's toys
  • Laundry facilities
  • Playground

Conveniences

  • Front-desk safe

Guest services

  • Front desk (limited hours)
  • Housekeeping (once per stay)
  • Laundry facilities
  • Luggage storage
  • Tour/ticket assistance
  • Wedding services

Outdoors

  • Beach loungers
  • Beachfront location
  • Garden
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Terrace

Spa

  • Massage/treatment rooms
  • Treatment room

More

  • Beach towels
  • Designated smoking areas (fines apply)

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bed sheets
  • Heating

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries
  • Hairdryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Shower
  • Towels

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Electric kettle

More

  • Eco-friendly cleaning products provided
  • Iron/ironing board (on request)

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; Check-in end time: 6:00 PM
Contactless check-in available
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 10:00 AM
Contactless check-out available

Special check-in instructions

Guests must transfer via boat to the property; guests must contact the property at least 24 hours before travel, using the contact information on the confirmation received after booking
The property charges 2.3 percent for credit card payments
The front desk is open daily from 9:30 AM - 4:00 PM
Guests must contact the property in advance for check-in instructions; front desk staffed during limited hours
This property doesn't offer after-hours check-in
To make arrangements for check-in please contact the property at least 48 hours before arrival using the information on the booking confirmation
There are no connecting roads to the property. Guests can access the property by water taxi only (surcharge). The water taxi is located in Picton on the corner of London Quay and Wellington Street.

Renovations and closures

The property is closed between May 27 and September 10.

Access methods

Front desk (limited hours)

Pets

Pets not allowed

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
Rollaway/extra beds are available for NZD 35.0 per night
Cribs (infant beds) are available for NZD 15.0 per stay

Payment types

Important information

Fees

You'll be asked to pay the following charges at the property. Fees may include applicable taxes:

  • Deposit: NZD 50.00 per accommodation, per stay

We have included all charges provided to us by the property.

Optional extras

  • Fee for full breakfast: approximately NZD 15.00 to 35.00 for adults, and NZD 15.00 to 35.00 for children
  • Airport shuttle fee: NZD 30 per person (one way)
  • Crib (infant bed) fee: NZD 15.0 per stay
  • Rollaway bed fee: NZD 35.0 per night
  • Credit card charges are subject to a surcharge of 2.3 percent

The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may 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 major credit cards, debit cards, and cash
Cashless transactions are available
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and a first aid kit
Please note that cultural norms and guest policies may differ by country and by property; the policies listed are provided by the property

We should mention

Reservations are required for spa treatments; reservations can be made by contacting the property prior to arrival, using the contact information on the booking confirmation

National rating

For the benefit of our customers, we have provided a rating based on our rating system.

Property is also known as

Lochmara Lodge
Lochmara Lodge - Wildlife Recovery And Arts Centre Hotel Picton
Lochmara Wildlife Recovery Ar
Lochmara Lodge Hotel
Lochmara Lodge Lochmara Bay
Lochmara Lodge Hotel Lochmara Bay
Lochmara Lodge - Wildlife Recovery And Arts Centre Hotel Picton

Lochmara Lodge Reviews

Reviews

9.0

Wonderful

Rating 10 - Excellent. 58 out of 89 reviews" "
Rating 8 - Good. 24 out of 89 reviews" "
Rating 6 - Okay. 3 out of 89 reviews" "
Rating 4 - Poor. 1 out of 89 reviews" "
Rating 2 - Terrible. 3 out of 89 reviews" "

9.4/10

Cleanliness

9.0/10

Staff & service

9.8/10

Amenities

8.8/10

Property conditions & facilities

9.4/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Mike

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Absolutely loved the stay. Great staff, beautiful views and walks and the food was exceptional.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Alexander

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
This was the most beautiful stay during our honeymoon. We were pleasantly surprised and impressed with all of the different activities and things offered here. We definitely want to come back to Lochmara the next time we find ourselves in Aotearoa. Thank you!
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2024

8/10 Good

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2024

8/10 Good

toni

Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

James

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Wonderful Lodge
Super place to stay. Incredible location. Clean comfortable rooms. Friendly helpful staff. Meals were wonderful. A highlight of our trip to New Zealand.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2024

8/10 Good

R

Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jenny

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We had a fantastic time at Lochmara staff exceptional and service fantastic. Thank you
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2024

8/10 Good

Corrina

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Beautiful location for a couple of nights. Loved the animals. Only thing that let it down was the restaurant. The food sounded delicious on the menu but that’s where it stopped. Food was expensive and lacked any sort of flavour.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2024

10/10 Excellent

Andrew

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Simply the best
One of the most amazing places we've stayed at in New Zealand We will be back. Absolutely stunning location with wonderful staff and fabulous facilities. Loved it!
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2024

10/10 Excellent

cordelia

Stayed 4 nights in Feb 2024

10/10 Excellent

Shuvranil

Travelled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The property was a slice of heaven on earth. But for foodies like me I would request either of 2 options - expand the menu or provide microwave/bbq facilities.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2024

8/10 Good

Ela

Travelled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Beautiful views Friendly staff Great food Tidy rooms, could do with an upgrade, clean and nicely presented.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2024

6/10 Okay

Graham

Liked: Property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Couples timeout
Nice place...friendly staff...would recommend for an overnight stay but wouldnt recommend longer...focus is more on day trippers from Picton not on those paying top dollar to stay in the accommodation. The water taxi is charged on top of accommodation which should be included if you are staying I feel, as there is no road to drive there... Room service doesnt get done till very late in the day and we had to chase up towels, toilet paper etc. Maybe not enough staff but maybe 2 seperate staff groups would work better...one for day trippers one focused on accommodation. Overal a relaxing stay in a comfortable room.
Stayed 5 nights in Dec 2023

10/10 Excellent

Wendy

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Gorgeous location. Easy hike to the Queen Charlotte Track. Ecologically responsible.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2023

10/10 Excellent

Louise

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
A beautiful relaxing Lodge, with many activities including kayaking. Dining excellent.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2023

10/10 Excellent

Mark

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Good size room and bathroom.”Coffee” in room very different to café coffee
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2023

10/10 Excellent

Kaye

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Great destination, so much to do and see. Nestled in a gorgeous spot. Friendly staff. Comfortable room. Great access from Queen Charlotte walking track
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2023

10/10 Excellent

Claudia

Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2023

10/10 Excellent

jinhye

Liked: Cleanliness
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2022

8/10 Good

Pawandeep Kaur

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2022

10/10 Excellent

Shelley

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Really enjoyed our stay here, staff were friendly and helpful, room had everything that we needed with added bonus of a sea view. Lochmara has many activities to do we especially enjoyed kayaking as we got to see seals. The restaurant had good food and great service. We were walking the QCT and would recommend staying here as we felt it was well worth the detour.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2022

8/10 Good

Julie

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Awesome wee piece of paradise . But take the bug spray !
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2022

10/10 Excellent

Dilnur

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
perfect view,friendly staff
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2021

10/10 Excellent

Belinda

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
An amazing escape from the hustle and bustle of life. Switch off from life... the lack of connectivity here allowed us to reconnect as a family.
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2021

10/10 Excellent

Emma

Travelled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Friendly staff. Efficient checkin. Loved we got our room early. Very helpful.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2021