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Awatuna Sunset Lodge

4.5 star property
Adults-only beachfront bed & breakfast with hot tub

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Garden
Free daily full breakfast
Ecotours
1 bedroom, Egyptian cotton sheets, premium bedding, pillow-top beds
Terrace/patio

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • Hot tub
  • Free airport shuttle
  • Room service
  • Housekeeping
  • Bar

Room options

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Beach/ocean view

Tasman King Room

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
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Highlights

Deck/patio
Separate sitting area
Soundproofed
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Heating
Smart TV
  • 20 sq m
  • Sea view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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1 bedroom, Egyptian cotton sheets, premium bedding, pillow-top beds

Economy Triple Room

Highlights

Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Heating
Smart TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Pillow menu
Renovated in 2022
  • 18 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Queen Bed and 1 Large Single Bed

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1 bedroom, Egyptian cotton sheets, premium bedding, pillow-top beds

Deluxe Double Room

Highlights

Garden
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Heating
Smart TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Pillow menu
  • Sea view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed
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About the area

Map
1209A Kumara Jct Hwy, Awatuna, 7882

What's nearby

  • Hokitika Beach - 12 min drive - 16.1 km
  • National Kiwi Centre - 12 min drive - 16.4 km
  • Te Waipounamu Maori Heritage Centre - 12 min drive - 16.4 km
  • Sunset Point - 13 min drive - 17.2 km
  • Shantytown - 20 min drive - 26.2 km

Getting around

  • Greymouth Station - 21 min drive
  • Hokitika (HKK) - 11 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪The Junction Cafe and Honey Centre - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪The Bridge Bar and Cafe - ‬8 min drive
  • ‪Kumara Motels - ‬11 min drive

About this property

Awatuna Sunset Lodge

Luxury eco-certified bed & breakfast renovated in 2022 and located near Jagosi Jade
Consider a stay at Awatuna Sunset Lodge and take advantage of free full breakfast, a free return airport shuttle and a free daily manager's reception. This bed & breakfast is a great place to bask in the sun with a black sand beach, beachfront dining and a free beach shuttle. For some rest and relaxation, visit the hot tub. The on-site restaurant, Free drink, nibbles 6pm, offers breakfast, dinner and ocean views. Enjoy on-site activities, such as ecotours, fishing and boat tours. In addition to a terrace and an art gallery on-site, guests can connect to free in-room WiFi.
Other perks at this bed & breakfast include:
  • Free self-parking
  • A free bus station shuttle, an electric car charging station and coffee/tea in reception
  • Tour/ticket information, a vegetable garden and outdoor furniture
Room features
All guest rooms are individually furnished, and feature comforts, such as premium bedding and pillow menus, as well as thoughtful touches, such as air conditioning and bathrobes.
Other amenities include:
  • Recycling, LED light bulbs and composting
  • Bathrooms with rainfall showers and eco-friendly toiletries
  • 43-inch Smart TVs with Netflix, streaming services and digital channels
  • Wardrobes/cupboards, heating and daily housekeeping

Awards and affiliations

Eco-certified property
This property participates in Qualmark Sustainable Tourism Business Award – a programme that measures the property's impact on one or more of the following: environment, community, cultural heritage and the local economy.

Languages

English, Italian

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Property amenities

Internet

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

Parking and transport

  • Electric car charging station on site
  • Free return airport shuttle from 1:00 PM to 7:00 PM
  • Free train station pick-up shuttle from 10:00 AM to 2:30 PM
  • Free beach shuttle
  • Free bus station shuttle
  • Free train station drop-off
  • Free uncovered self parking on site

Food and drink

  • Free full breakfast available daily 8:00 AM to 10:00 AM
  • A bar/lounge
  • A restaurant
  • Coffee and tea in common areas
  • Free daily manager's reception
  • Private picnics

Restaurants on site

  • Free drink, nibbles 6pm

Things to do

  • Art gallery
  • Bicycle storage
  • Boat tours
  • Ecotours
  • Fishing
  • Hot tub
  • Kayaking
  • Library
  • Shopping

Conveniences

  • Gift shop/newsstand
  • Guidebooks
  • Limited-hour front desk
  • Safe at front desk
  • Shared microwave
  • Shared refrigerator
  • Water dispenser

Guest services

  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Multilingual staff
  • Proposal/romance packages
  • Tour and ticket assistance

Business services

  • Coworking space

Outdoors

  • Garden
  • On a river
  • On the beach
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Picnic area
  • Terrace
  • Vegetable garden

Accessibility

  • High-pile carpet in room
  • No lift
  • Smooth flooring in public areas

More

  • 1 floor
  • At least 80% of food locally-sourced
  • At least 80% organic food
  • Built in 2006
  • Communal living room
  • Comprehensive food waste policy
  • Comprehensive recycling policy
  • Double-glazed windows
  • Electric bike charging
  • Local artist showcase
  • Local culture and ecosystem education
  • Locally-owned and organised tours and activities
  • No plastic coffee stirrers
  • No plastic drinking straws
  • No plastic soft drink bottles
  • No plastic water bottles
  • Renovated entire property - October 2022
  • Reusable cups
  • Reusable tableware
  • Smoke-free property
  • Traditional architecture
  • Vegan dining options
  • Vegetarian breakfast available
  • Vegetarian dining options
  • Water dispenser usage encouraged

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Blackout drapes
  • Egyptian cotton sheets
  • Hypo-allergenic bedding
  • Pillow menu
  • Pillowtop mattress

Bathroom

  • Dressing gowns
  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Rainfall showerhead
  • Shampoo
  • Shower
  • Slippers
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • 43-inch smart TV with digital channels
  • Netflix
  • Streaming services

Food and drink

  • Champagne service
  • Free bottled water
  • Limited room service

More

  • Access via exterior corridors
  • Air conditioning
  • Composting
  • Eco-friendly toiletries
  • Heating
  • Individual decor
  • Individual furnishings
  • Iron/ironing board
  • LED lighting
  • Recycling
  • Safe
  • Water-efficient showers
  • Water-efficient toilets

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; check-in end time: 6:00 PM
Minimum check-in age - 18

Check-out

Check-out before 10:30 AM

Special check-in instructions

This property offers transfers from the airport and train station; to arrange pick-up, guests must contact the property 72 hours prior to arrival, using the contact information on the booking confirmation
The front desk is open daily from 8:00 AM - 6:00 PM
Guests will receive an email within 48 hours before arrival with check-in instructions; front desk staffed during limited hours
This property doesn't offer after-hours check-in

Access methods

Front desk (limited hours)

Pets

Pets not allowed

Children and extra beds

Children younger than 18 are not allowed at this adults-only property; all guests 18 and older are welcome
Rollaway/extra beds are not available.
Cots (infant beds) are not available

Payment types at the property

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 and cash
Cashless transactions are available
Safety features at this property include a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a first aid kit and outdoor lighting

We should mention

This property does not have any lifts
Guests under 18 years old are not permitted at this adults-only property
A car is not required for transport to and from this property
This property welcomes guests of all sexual orientations and gender identities (LGBTQ+ friendly)

National rating

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

Property is also known as

Awatuna Sunset Lodge Awatuna
Awatuna Sunset Lodge Bed & breakfast
Awatuna Sunset Lodge Bed & breakfast Awatuna

Frequently asked questions

Is Awatuna Sunset Lodge pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much is parking at Awatuna Sunset Lodge?

Self-parking is free at this property.

What time is check-in at Awatuna Sunset Lodge?

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; check-in end time: 6:00 PM. After-hours check-in is not available.

What time is check-out at Awatuna Sunset Lodge?

Checkout is at 10:30 AM.

Does Awatuna Sunset Lodge provide a shuttle to the airport?

Yes, there's a free airport shuttle.

Where is Awatuna Sunset Lodge located?

Nestled on the beach, this Awatuna bed & breakfast is within 9 mi (15 km) of Jagosi Jade, Hokitika Lighthouse and National Kiwi Centre. Hokitika Beach and The Gold Room are also within 9 mi (15 km).

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Awatuna Sunset Lodge Reviews

Reviews

10

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 20 out of 20 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 0 out of 20 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 20 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 20 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 20 reviews

10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Staff & service

9.8/10

Amenities

10/10

Property conditions & facilities

10/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Scott

Wonderful hosts and excellent food. On the beach lovely setting doesn’t get much better than this.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Emily

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Incredible hosts and a very special place! Such a highlight of our trip to NZ.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Douglas

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Great place to stay… beautiful setting and lovely hosts….
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2023

10/10 Excellent

Brent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Very responsive and friendly host.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Mike

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great location and wonderful hosts.

10/10 Excellent

Avery

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Awatuna resort was spectacular! Elizabeth and Selwyn were so kind and accommodating. The resort is such a unique B&B as they offer amazing home cooked meals, beach tours in an Argo, beach views and cocktail hour on the deck!

10/10 Excellent

edward

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
A place that exceeded our expections,Soon as we arrived we were welcomed with a beautiful greeting from Elizabeth followed closely by a cold beverage .They genuinely do care about their guests.from the homemade food to the adventure on Radar with Selwyn..Beautiful scenery and a great couples getaway without any children to disturb you.Highly Recommended. Ed & Jammie.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2023

10/10 Excellent

Jenna

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

Welcoming, charming, and a stay to remember!

What a treat! Elizabeth and Selwyn were exceptional hosts. When asked, yes you want to ride Radar. To say we were treated like family is an understatement -- the kindness and hospitality is second to none. A few of our favorite moments included: patio welcome drinks, evening hot tub time, feeding the chickens, and of course breakfast made to order. My only regret was not staying a second night due to our travel plans. BOOK THIS NOW!
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2022

10/10 Excellent

David

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Didn’t realize this place was a B&B until we were greeted by Elizabeth and Selwyn. They welcomed us and offered snacks and wine. As we didn’t know about there being no official restaurant on premises, provided us with an excellent lasagna and salad dinner. (with more wine). Room was beautiful and on the ocean just a few steps from the water. Breakfast was also great and more than we could finish. We would recommend the Awatuna Sunset Lodge to anyone traveling in this area.

10/10 Excellent

Cindy

Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Eve

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Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Marie

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Fantastiskt underbart par som drev stället. Enorm solnedgång. Underbart slow cooked lamm med hemodlade grönsaker.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Dan

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Wellcom property, warm peoples, nice and quiet
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2023

10/10 Excellent

gordon

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very nice facility with excellent room, food and service. The owners are excellent and friendly
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2023

10/10 Excellent

Frank

Stayed 1 night in Jan 2023

10/10 Excellent

Daniel

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

Truly heaven on earth

Don’t even know where to begin! Probably the best stay of our lives. After travelling around NZ from the UK this place was a slice of heaven. We were greeted warmly and told we were just in time for sunset - served Canapés and a beer on the beautiful terrace as the sun went down. A dip in the lovely hot tub, an insanely comfy bed for a wonderful nights sleep and then a freshly cooked home made breakfast. Plus travel tips and friendly-ness galore. We couldn’t recommend this place highly enough - perfect hosts in paradise.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2022

10/10 Excellent

Moana

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
If you are looking for a home stay with fantastic hosts this place is for you. The location beach front was beautiful. The breakfast amazing. Our bedroom was roomy high standards in linen, bed quality and cleanliness smart tv My only comment is I think the description should be a b&b
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2022

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Elizabeth and Selwyn know how to treat a guest. Nothing was a problem and always keen for a chat. We went to the Wild Foods and Selwyn dropped us off and picked us up...that is above and beyond. No extra charge either. Great coffee btw. Thanks again.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2021

10/10 Excellent

Alan

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

A Hidden Gem

This could not have been anymore amazing than it was! A beautiful room with a veranda overlooking the sea. Elizabeth and Selwyn are the perfect hosts, a welcome drink and canapés on arrival with other guests was unexpected and lovely. Breakfast was also excellent with a great selection. Although only small and a few kms out of town, do not miss this exceptional accommodation.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2020

10/10 Excellent

Lars

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Better than best!

We can highly recommend Awatuna Sunset Lodge! It has three very nice newrennovated doublerooms. Everything in the lodge is brandnew, very clean and good looking. Sitting at the terrass overlooking the garden and the sea is a pleasure. The breakfast was really good and much more than we expected. We will like to come back there if we could!!
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2020