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9.0

Exceptional

65 reviews

65 reviews

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9.4

Exceptional

Location rating score

Exceptional location
Excellent for walking
Parking
FREE
Walkable places
United Video

60 m

Supervalue Supermarket

80 m

Healthy Hub on High

140 m

Apex

180 m

Seamus's

220 m

Closest landmarks
Post office

110 m

Picton Police Station

230 m

Marlborough Sounds Adventure Company

320 m

Picton i-SITE visitor information centre

350 m

Endeavour Express

350 m

Piwaka Lodge

75 High St, Picton, Picton, New Zealand, 7220 - See map

Conveniently situated in the Picton part of Picton, this property puts you close to attractions and interesting dining options. This 4-star property is packed with in-house facilities to improve the quality and joy of your stay.

Highlights

Sparkling clean

Front desk [24-hour]

Free Wi-Fi in all rooms!

Garden

Fishing

Announcements by hotel (1)
In response to Coronavirus (COVID-19), additional safety and sanitation measures are in effect at this property.
Facilities

Pets allowed

Car park

Free Wi-Fi in all rooms!

Front desk [24-hour]

Game room

Bicycles

BBQ facilities

Luggage storage

Value for money8.7
Location rating9.4

Rooms available at Piwaka Lodge

Family Room with Shared Bathroom
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  • Room size: 15 m²/161 ft²
  • Shared bathroom
  • 1 queen bed and 2 bunk beds
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Bed in 3 Bed Mixed Dormitory
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  • Room size: 7 m²/75 ft²
  • Shower
  • 1 bunk bed
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Queen Room
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  • Room size: 12 m²/129 ft²
  • Shower
  • 1 king bed
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Bed in 5-Bed Mixed Dormitory
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  • Room size: 9 m²/97 ft²
  • Shower
  • 1 bunk bed
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Twin Room
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  • Room size: 12 m²/129 ft²
  • Shower
  • 2 single beds
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Family Room with Shared Bathroom
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  • Room size: 15 m²/161 ft²
  • Shower
  • 1 single bed and 1 queen be...
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Bed in 4-Bed Female Dormitory
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  • Room size: 8 m²/86 ft²
  • Shower
  • 1 bunk bed
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Bed in 4-Bed Male Dormitory
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  • Room size: 8 m²/86 ft²
  • Shower
  • 1 bunk bed
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Bed in 4-Bed Dormitory
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  • Room size: 8 m²/86 ft²
  • Shower
  • 1 bunk bed
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King Bed Room
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  • Room size: 15 m²/161 ft²
  • Shower
  • 1 king bed
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Frequently asked questions

What time is check-in and check-out at Piwaka Lodge?

Check-in is from 11:00 AM, and check-out is until 10:00 AM. You may request early check-in or late check-out during booking, subject to availability. Guests checking in or out before or after the designated periods may be charged an additional fee. The hostel offers luggage storage to guests for before check-in and after check-out. The front desk is always open, day or night.

How do I get to Piwaka Lodge?

For those who wish to drive their own cars, Piwaka Lodge has a car park that's close to the hostel. Parking is free for guests.

What is the smoking policy at Piwaka Lodge?

Piwaka Lodge does permit smoking in some areas and is not 100% smoke-free.

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What people love about Piwaka Lodge

  • 10

    Exceptional
    Cleanliness

    "Clean environment very homely feel"

    pamela

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    November 5, 2022

  • 10

    Exceptional
    Location

    "The location is very good too."

    GAHYUN

    |

    February 16, 2023

  • 10

    Exceptional
    Staff 

    "The owner was super nice and generous!"

    GAHYUN

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    February 16, 2023

Overall rating:

9

Exceptional
65 reviews
Cleanliness
9.2
Facilities
8.7
Location
9.4
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More about Piwaka Lodge

More about Piwaka Lodge

Nestled in the heart of Picton, on the High Street, Piwaka Lodge offers refurbished rooms with access to free parking and free WiFi. Piwaka Lodge has a range of accommodation types, including family, dormitory and queen rooms. All have a vanity and all are on one level, making them wheelchair accessible. Guests have access to a shared kitchen. Piwaka Lodge is 25 km from Blenheim. The nearest airport is Omaka Blenheim Airport 29 minutes from the property.

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Amenities and facilities

Excellent
Facilities

8.7

Languages spoken
  • English
Outdoor
  • Bicycles
Internet access
  • Free Wi-Fi in all rooms!
  • Internet services
  • Wi-Fi in public areas
Things to do, ways to relax
  • Canoeing
  • Diving
  • Fishing
  • Game room
  • Garden
  • Hiking
  • Snorkeling
  • Tours
Cleanliness and safety
  • Anti-viral cleaning products
  • Body thermometer
  • Cashless payment service
  • Doctor/nurse on call
  • First aid kit
  • Free face masks
  • Hand sanitizer
  • Hot water linen and laundry washing
  • Individually-wrapped food options
  • Physical distancing of at least 1 meter
  • Room sanitization opt-out available
  • Rooms sanitized between stays
  • Shared stationery removed
  • Staff trained in safety protocol
  • Temperature check for guests and staff
Dining, drinking, and snacking
  • BBQ facilities
  • Shared kitchen
Services and conveniences
  • Elevator
  • Facilities for disabled guests
  • Food delivery
  • Heating in public area
  • Laundry service
  • Luggage storage
  • Smoking area
  • Terrace
For the kids
  • Family room
Land sports
  • Golf course (within 3 km)
Access
  • CCTV in common areas
  • CCTV outside property
  • Check-in/out [private]
  • Fire extinguisher
  • Front desk [24-hour]
  • Non-smoking rooms
  • Pets allowed
  • Smoke alarms
Getting around
  • Car park [free of charge]
  • Car park [nearby]

Location

75 High St, Picton, Picton, New Zealand, 7220
Exceptional
Location

9.4

Property policies

Children and extra beds

Extra beds are dependent on the room you choose. Please check the individual room capacity for more details.

All children are welcome.

Others
  • When booking more than 5 rooms, different policies and additional supplements may apply.

Some helpful facts

Check-in/Check-out
  • Check-in from11:00
  • Check-in until00:00
  • Check-out from05:00
  • Check-out until10:00

Property announcements

In response to Coronavirus (COVID-19), additional safety and sanitation measures are in effect at this property.

Reviews of Piwaka Lodge from real guests

Provided by verified guests of Agoda
9.0
/
10
Exceptional
Cleanliness9.2
Facilities8.7
Location9.4
Service9.1
Value for money8.7
High score for Picton
Rating
9+ Exceptional (19)
8-9 Excellent (3)
7-8 Very Good (2)
6-7 Good (0)
<6 Below Expectation (2)
Time of the year
Mar - May (7)
Jun - Aug (3)
Sep - Nov (6)
Dec - Feb (10)

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9.6
Exceptional
Johan from South Africa
Family with young children
Family Room with Shared Bathroom
Stayed 1 night in October 2019

Feels like being in a family with privacy”

We arrived to be met by the friendly and helpful owner. Our family room was clean and well kitted with what we needed for our 1 night stay. The shared bathroom facilities was right across our bedroom door and there were ample facilities that even at full occupancy there was no waiting period to use the clean facilities. We were treated to a nice surprise with a hearty soup and bread at night which seems to be a usual. The included breakfast was a good start to the day with a special warm porridge, freshly brewed coffee, juice and even gluten free and dairy free options to compliment the freshly baked muffins and other cereals. Should we visit Picton in future, we will gladly stay there again.

Reviewed November 02, 2019

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10.0
Exceptional
Manon from New Zealand
Solo traveler
Bed in 4-Bed Dormitory
Stayed 1 night in March 2020

A bit of kindness in very troubled times”

A lot was going on due to Covid-19 and my travel plans were changing every two hours. Piwaka lodge felt like a haven of peace were I could try to figure things out. Thanks for everything!

Reviewed March 21, 2020

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10.0
Exceptional
chris from New Zealand
Solo traveler
Bed in 5-Bed Mixed Dormitory
Stayed 1 night in November 2019

Just like home ”

Had an exceptional time here in Picton. Staff are amazing and friendly. Lots of snacks and goodies provided. Homely atmosphere with several interesting hikes nearby. I extended my stay here for three nights and will definitely come back again in the future. 10/10 experience here.

Reviewed November 16, 2019

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10.0
Exceptional
Ioannis
Couple
Twin Room
Stayed 1 night in May 2019

Exceptional”

We had a very pleasant stay in the center of Picton! Very friendly stuff, amazing custom made breakfast options and uniquely decorated rooms. Thank you so much.

Reviewed May 29, 2019

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10.0
Exceptional
Zane from New Zealand
Solo traveler
Bed in 5-Bed Mixed Dormitory
Stayed 6 nights in July 2020

Piwaka - Awseome Accomodation”

Thanks to all the staff at the Piwaka. It feels like a home away from home. Great location, very clean, free breakfast and the occasional dinner. Very happy with my stay here.

Reviewed August 11, 2020

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10.0
Exceptional
Edna from Singapore
Solo traveler
Bed in 4-Bed Dormitory
Stayed 2 nights in June 2020

Best in Picton”

Free parking space at the back of the lodge. Love Nicci's home-made breakfast porridge which she makes in some days. Other days is bread, cornflakes, cereal, milk, coffee, tea, hot choc, cookies. However my bed wasn't very comfortable as the foam mattress sinks down in the middle.

Reviewed August 11, 2020

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10.0
Exceptional
PAULINE from Australia
Solo traveler
Stayed 1 night in October 2018

home and place to want catch ferry return again”

arrived tired and hassled from getting away from christchurch grey day to a warm welcome and own room to fall into sleep soundly refreshed and recharged witb excelkent self serve continental breakfast plus muffin to butter and jam kept me going for morning tea on ferry

Reviewed November 01, 2018

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9.2
Exceptional
Christof from New Zealand
Solo traveler
Stayed 1 night in December 2017

Pay a little more for much better!”

On arrivel you get a whole tour where you can find what, such a nice host! Good room a big shower where you need to cleen the floor after the shower.. I had a person in front of me who didn't clean it. That was my only bad experience... Where the host nothing on can do.

Reviewed December 24, 2017

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8.8
Excellent
Robert from United States
Couple
Stayed 1 night in February 2019

Comfortable”

Very clean...comfortable bed....good value...our room was at the end next to the highway so it was a bit noisy. Continental breakfast very basic but fine. Overall exactly what you pay for so no problems.

Reviewed February 14, 2019

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10.0
Exceptional
Clare from New Zealand
Family with teens
Family Room with Shared Bathroom
Stayed 2 nights in January 2021

Exceptional Backpackers”

Really friendly and helpful. Free breakfast amd lovely rooms. Highly recommend. Can even bring your dog!

Reviewed January 14, 2021

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8.8
Excellent
Jeannie from New Zealand
Family with young children
Family Room with Shared Bathroom
Stayed 1 night in July 2020

Chilled and friendly”

Lovely chilled out place to stay. Nice rooms for families, and the staff are so friendly and warm.

Reviewed July 10, 2020

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10.0
Exceptional
LIAN from Singapore
Solo traveler
Bed in 4-Bed Female Dormitory
Stayed 1 night in May 2019

Best hostel!”

I love the vibe in this hostel, very nice deco and clean bathroom with heating available WOW! I fall in love with the cute parrot dancing to any song it likes and yummy breakfast!

Reviewed September 18, 2019

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10.0
Exceptional
Matthew
Business traveler
Stayed 1 night in December 2018

Exceptional”

Great place, very friendly and homely, even though they were in the middle of renovations they still made guest satisfaction their primary effort. Will be going back for sure.

Reviewed December 30, 2018

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10.0
Exceptional
Diego
Family with young children
Family Room with Shared Bathroom
Stayed 1 night in February 2019

A great experience with family and sharing the breakfast table with backpackers all around the world”

Location is the best. Staff is awesome.

Reviewed March 03, 2019

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5.2
Vaqar from New Zealand
Family with young children
Family Room with Shared Bathroom
Stayed 1 night in January 2021

Cheater”

Please don't give credit card details because they will charge more amount than the actual room booked price.

Reviewed January 29, 2021

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10.0
Exceptional
Gnanasivam from New Zealand
Solo traveler
Bed in 5-Bed Mixed Dormitory
Stayed 1 night in October 2020

Exceptional”

Nicci she was kind& Helpful.

Reviewed October 27, 2020

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10.0
Exceptional
Zhenxia from Australia
Solo traveler
Bed in 5-Bed Mixed Dormitory
Stayed 1 night in May 2019

All good”

Good stuff and good boss,

Reviewed May 24, 2019

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4.4
Pui
Solo traveler
Stayed 1 night in December 2018

Nightmare !!!”

Before I book this place, I already mentioned in agoda that I will be check in late. However, My ferry has delayed. At the first moment I entered the lobby, the owner said that I SHOULD NOT LET YOU IN ! He said his wife has emailed me that they reject my stay. But I didn’t receive it at all. I just receive the booking confirmation from agoda. Ok fine. My booking through agoda is only nzd 28.80. But he want me to pay nzd 35 because I’m late !!! I was staying in 5 person mixed dorm. In their official website, this 5 person mixed dorm only nzd 32. Ok that’s fine too. After I make payment, he pointed on me said that is me insist want to stay here and told me that I cannot shower. That’s so funny. I paid so much money just for a bed? I rather to sleep on the car. Please avoid this place if you plan to check in late. Plus, the owner is so rude! I feel so sad about this place.

Reviewed December 19, 2018

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9.6
Exceptional
Elliott from New Zealand
Family with young children
King Bed Room
Stayed 1 night in March 2023

Good stuff ”

Arrived quite late in the next day morning , the receptionist gave us extra 2 hours to stay!

Reviewed April 02, 2023

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10.0
Exceptional
GAHYUN from South Korea
Couple
Queen Room
Stayed 1 night in February 2023

Incredibly nice ! 1000% recommend ”

The owner was super nice and generous! Not many places like this serve breakfast in NZ -- this place was the only one I have stayed at so far that does. Of course, it was not like a hotel buffet but it was definitely nice to have. The location is very good too. 2mins from Supermarket 10mins from both ferry terminals. So I highly recommend it! 페리터미널 두 군데 모두 가깝구요. 슈퍼마켓도 바로 옆에 있어요ㅎ 피쉬앤칩스가게도 바로 옆에 있어 간단하게 저녁한끼하기에 좋을거같아요~ 주인아주머니도 엄청 친전하시고, 호텔 뷔페는 아니지만 간단히 아침도 주셔요! 추천합니다. 저희는 잘 쉬다가용.

Reviewed February 16, 2023

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