Rarakau Lodge
Lodg1304B Papatotara Coast Road, Tuatapere, New ZealandShow on map
Top rated
Guests rate it highest for service, location and cleanliness.
9.398Reviews- Check-in from 2:00 PMCheck-out by 10:30 AM.
- Exceptional locationGuests rate the location 9.7 out of 10, at 1304B Papatotara Coast Road.
- Free parkingThe property states parking on site is free for guests.
Stunning Mountain Views and Beachfront Luxury
Luxurious Accommodation: Rarakau Lodge in Tuatapere offers elegant rooms with complimentary WiFi, a shared lounge, and a private beach area for guests to unwind.
Sun Terrace for Relaxation: Guests can enjoy breathtaking views from the sun terrace, perfect for soaking up the sun or stargazing at night.
Convenient Amenities: Start your day with a delicious continental breakfast and take advantage of the barbecue facilities for a delightful outdoor dining experience.
What this place offers
- WiFi available
- Free WiFi
- Parking
- Free Parking
- Non-smoking rooms
- Heating
- Family rooms
- Pets allowed
- Hiking
- BBQ facilities
Rooms
9.3
Top rated
Rated 9.3 out of 10 by 98 guests who stayed here.
- Cleanliness9.2
- Service9.7
- Location9.7
- Rooms8.7
- Amenities9.2
- Value9.2
- Food & drink9.2
Guests mention
Friendly staffPerfect locationGreat amenitiesWelcoming atmosphere
VincentFranceSuperbe endroit.
Superbe endroit avec un hôte exceptionnellement sympathique qui nous a donné plein d'informations. La plage à 5 min est magnifique.
SamNew ZealandWould recommend
Very friendly staff. Loved the welcome baking. Clean facilities and great place to stay before walking the Humpbridge Great Walk. We left our car in the carpark.
leonaIESeen southern lights, fire inside and host was very nice
Just need to know that it's isolated so bring you're food or come fed if arriving late
ChrisNew ZealandGreat place to jump off to do the Humpridge great walk.
Great food especially the UFO Burger!
No alcohol policy.
RachelAustraliaHidden gem by the Hump Ridge Track.
Location was fantastic. Amazing to finish the walk and arrive for an amazing burger, lit fire and cosy beds. Such a memorable stay with amazing hosts - fresh coffee in the mornings, cinnamon buns, hot hot showers and a…
SvenGermanyUns wurde jeder Wunsch erfüllt. Ein herzlichen Dank nochmal an den Lodgechef. Toll fanden wir auch, dass wir nach dem Umbridge Track direkt nochmal in der Lodge duschen dürften und uns ein Superkaffee gemacht wurde.…
Reviews are written by guests who booked through our supplier and stayed, shown as written and in their own language. Category scores are the supplier’s reading of recent reviews, updated January 2026.
Where you’ll be
1304B Papatotara Coast Road, Tuatapere, New Zealand
Guests rate the location 9.7 out of 10 — exceptional.
Things to know
Cancellation
Each room shows its own terms before you pay.
Most rates can be cancelled free until a date shown on the room.
Non-refundable rates are marked as such.
House rules
Check-in from 2:00 PM until 10:00 PM
Check-out by 10:30 AM
Children welcome
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No pets
Free parking on site
Non-smoking rooms available
Payment & property
Paid when you book, not at the desk.
Rates include the taxes and fees we can read.
The property may take a card at check-in for incidentals.
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A deposit may be required at the property.
What we’d check for you here
- How many rooms they will hold at once, for how long, and on what terms.
- That the step-free room is actually free on your dates, and whether it is a roll-in shower or a bath, which the listing never says.
- The pet fee and any size limit, which is where these bookings usually come apart.
- Whether there is room for a pickup, a trailer or a van, not just a car.
- Whether breakfast is in the rate or added at checkout, and what time it runs.
- Whether the rate moves for your dates, and what it includes.
- What the property actually charges at the desk on top of the rate.
Questions about Rarakau Lodge
What time is check-in and check-out at Rarakau Lodge?
Check-in is from 2:00 PM. Check-out is by 10:30 AM. If you're arriving late, tell us and we'll ask the property to hold the room.
Does Rarakau Lodge allow pets?
No — the property states that pets are not allowed.
Is there parking at Rarakau Lodge?
Yes — the property states that parking on site is free. Whether a space can be reserved in advance varies, so we check it against your dates.
Is breakfast included at Rarakau Lodge?
Breakfast is offered at the property. Whether it's included depends on the rate — the board type is shown on each room once you put your dates in.
Does Rarakau Lodge have Wi-Fi?
Yes — internet access is listed among the property's facilities.
Can I book a block of rooms at Rarakau Lodge?
The property lists meeting and banquet space, which usually means it handles group business — but how many rooms it will hold at once, for how long, and at what rate are set case by case and are not in any feed. Tell us the dates and the number of rooms and we'll get those terms from the property in writing before anything is charged.
Does Rarakau Lodge have wheelchair accessible rooms?
The property lists step-free or accessible facilities. That flag is the one least able to settle the question: a hotel can carry it and still have a step at the entrance, or a bath rather than a roll-in shower, and it does not say whether the accessible room is free on your dates. Tell us what you need and we'll ask the property directly rather than reading you the flag.
How do I book Rarakau Lodge?
Put your dates in above and book online, or call (888) 789-8585 and we'll do it for you — including things a booking form can't handle, like a block of rooms, a monthly rate or an invoice for your employer.
Where is Rarakau Lodge?
1304B Papatotara Coast Road, Tuatapere.
Other places we book in Tuatapere
Nothing to do with the booking above. The same market, priced the same way, for if this one is not it.
