Manakau Lodge rests in Hapuku, Kaikōura close to the foothills of Mt Fyffe and offers stunning panoramic views of the East Coast and Kaikōura ranges.
Situated in beautiful mountain surroundings just ten minutes from Kaikōura, Manakau Lodge is a luxury rural retreat, offering the discerning traveller the finest in lodge accommodation and hospitality. Our guests’ comfort is our number one priority. A great night’s sleep awaits in our specially-chosen, super-comfortable beds, with fine cotton linens and beautiful, luxurious woollen bed blankets. King size beds are the standard in our two Lodge Rooms, and our Deluxe Rooms feature super-king beds, which can also be converted to twin singles on request. Each room also comes with a pair of deep-cushioned armchairs, a 43-inch LCD TV with satellite Freeview channels, a digital music and movie library streamed on demand, a Yamaha Soundbar, a writing desk with an ergonomic chair, and the most luxurious modern bathroom, with heated floor, warm towels, and a superb walk-in monsoon shower. Both Deluxe Rooms also have the added indulgence of a deep, free-standing bath. Each booking enjoys exclusive use of Manakau Lodge, so families and pet are welcome to join you.
Some notable elements:
Exclusive bookings only, book the number of rooms you require for a couple or group, and guests will have exclusive use of the living; kitchen and dining areas as well as the grounds.
- Family and pet friendly.
- Four bedrooms – all including ensuites, King beds, a personal deck, swivel TVs and much more.
- Exclusive Manakau Guest Offers – Private chef available, ATV Adventures, Helipad, and more.
- Much loved guest favourites include: Log fireplace. Spa. BBQ. Free wifi.
- Less than a fifteen minute’s drive to the Kaikōura township, shops, restaurants and visitor attractions.
- We also have The Lookout Nest on our property! The perfect little getaway pod.
- A minimum 2 night stay is required on the weekends, but 1 night stays are fine during the weekdays.
- Continental Breakfast provisions are included in your rate. Full breakfast provisions are available on request, Price inc. commission
- Discounts for stays of 3 nights or longer are available. Pets are free but please make us aware so we can accommodate.
Exclusive Manakau Guest Offers
Ask us about making additional arrangements for your guests:
Private chef available, ATV Adventures, Helipad, and more.















