• Dine

    DINE AT HAPUKU LODGE + TREE HOUSES

    Experience a feast for the senses in Kaikōura

Dining at Hapuku Lodge is a celebration of place, a sensory experience rooted in the rhythms of the Kaikōura landscape.

From slow-paced breakfasts to candlelit dinners, every dish is crafted with three important elements in mind: simplicity; seasonality; and a deep respect for the land and sea.

A Taste of the Land and Sea

Ingredients are sourced from our organic kitchen garden, neighbouring farms, and the wild waters of the Pacific. Enjoy your meal in the warmth of the lodge dining room or al fresco, surrounded by mountains and birdsong.

Dinner and breakfast are included for all overnight guests.
Casual lunch and dinner bookings are also available – call to reserve.

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Our Ethos

Our culinary philosophy is simple: honest food, carefully crafted, inspired by place.

Led by head chef Fernando Campos Da Silva, our kitchen is fuelled by the produce we grow on-site and the ingredients we source locally, from free-range farms to small-scale fishermen.

Every plate reflects our connection to Kaikōura and our passion for crafting food that’s both nourishing and full of flavour.

Blending traditional techniques with global influences, our food tells the story of Kaikōura in every bite.

Dining Offerings

Dinner

Dinner is the highlight of the Hapuku dining experience, a gourmet three-course menu prepared by our chefs. Dinner is included for all overnight stays, and there is also limited availability for casual reservations. Our young guests love the kids’ menu, and optional private dining for families is available on request.

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Breakfast

Start the day with a chef-prepared breakfast featuring a rotating menu of both sweet and savoury options, house-baked goods, fresh fruit, juices, and expertly made coffee. A relaxing, nourishing way to begin the morning, included with your stay.

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Lunch

Available to both in-house guests as well as non-guests, our seasonal lunch menu features local ingredients in a relaxed setting. Choose to sit inside (with the comfort of the fire in winter) or al fresco in the garden courtyard, with stunning views of the mountains.

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  • The pool area had spectacular countryside views, with deer and a backdrop of spectacular mountains. One evening we used the jacuzzi in the ‘secret garden’ area – a truly magical spot under the stars!”

    Adrienne

  • Celebrated our anniversary with lunch here. The service, food and wine were really so wonderful. Started with an aromatic, delightful soup, followed with fish of the day in a red curry sauce, then to finish, affogato. Just the best. Fantastic way to celebrate.”

    No Name Dining

  • For a 20th anniversary celebration, this was perfect. We enjoyed a massage on-property, which was fantastic. The level of service, in our opinion, was above a 5-star.”

    Aubrey

  • Felt very welcome and at home. The Lodge was fantastic, with heated pool and spa treatments. Our room was huge and the Japanese bath tub was outstanding.”

    Alexanders

  • The weather was cool during our stay, but not too cool to experience the mineral swimming pool for the first time – the hype is real! We warmed up in the spa followed by a sauna.”

    Michelle

  • Amazing accommodation with beautiful views, wonderful food and fantastic hospitality! We also enjoyed the pool, hot tub and sauna. One of our favourite stays in NZ!”

    Susan

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