At Hapuku Lodge + Tree Houses, the experience of staying with us goes far beyond your room.
Wander through the kitchen gardens, unwind in the mineral pool or sauna, settle into the Lodge lounge with a book and glass of wine, or watch deer graze in the paddocks beyond. Whether you’re here to recharge, reconnect, or simply slow down, our spaces are designed to make you feel right at home.
Relaxed, refined and full of character, the Lodge is the heart of the Hapuku experience. The shared guest lounge offers plush seating, a fireplace, and floor-to-ceiling views of the Kaikōura Ranges. The dining room is intimate and warm, ideal for family meals, romantic dinners, or sharing stories with other travellers.
Swim beneath the sky in the magnesium mineral pool, unwind in the hot tub, or gaze across the deer paddocks from the warmth of the sauna. Our wellness facilities are open to all guests, whether you’re a couple seeking quiet connection or a family wanting to soak and splash before dinner.
Nestled in the tranquil landscape of Hapuku Lodge, our spa treatments invite deep relaxation and renewal. Enjoy personalised massages and restorative therapies in a private, serene setting, using natural products inspired by land and sea, designed to calm the body, soothe the mind, and restore balance.
Here, yoga and mindfulness invite you to slow down and listen deeply to your breath, body, and inner rhythms. Drawing on practices that nurture awareness, presence, and compassionate self-connection, each session offers restorative movement and stillness, opening space for calm, clarity, and a compassionate relationship with yourself amidst nature’s quiet embrace.
We neighbour some of New Zealand’s most uncrowded and powerful surf spots. From mellow reef breaks to world-class waves, the coastline offers conditions for all levels. Guided sessions and local knowledge help guests connect with the ocean, read the swells, and experience Kaikōura’s raw, unforgettable surf.
Join our daily guided Nature Tour, or wander through the native gardens, olive grove, and kitchen garden, or follow quiet lanes past deer paddocks to the rugged coastline just a kilometre from the Lodge. Each walk offers a gentle immersion in nature, with expansive views, fresh sea air, and a strong sense of place. Mountain bikes available free of charge to explore to all guests.
Take time out and unwind in nature within our secluded secret garden. Book a private hot tub, or enjoy garden games as the sun sets over the seaward Kaikōura mountain ranges. It’s an invitation to slow down, reconnect, and savour the changing light in a peaceful outdoor setting.
Hapuku Lodge’s in-house gym offers a private, fully equipped space for all kinds of movement. Whether you’re easing into a stretch, maintaining your routine, or going full throttle with strength and cardio training, the gym provides flexibility, privacy, and everything you need to move well during your stay.
Guided stargazing is included for all guests staying at Hapuku Lodge. Situated in the Dark Sky Sanctuary, the night sky reveals a brilliant display of stars, planets, and constellations. It’s a quietly awe-inspiring experience, an invitation to slow down, look up, and reconnect with the vastness above.
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.”
Every bit of our stay was perfect. The staff were all wonderful and made an effort to know us by name. The spa was very good value compared to 5-star resorts and was a lovely, personal experience.”
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.”
A truly exceptional hotel. Excellent food in the restaurant – including the best sourdough bread and home-produced olive oil – and the banana bread at breakfast was totally delicious too!”
The service from check-in to check-out was exceptional, right down to the room-service team wishing us a great day. Pool, spa, sauna facilities were all top-notch.”
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.”
Subscribe to our quarterly newsletter for special offers & packages, and seasonal updates.
"*" indicates required fields
