"We wish we'd stayed for longer!"

Whether you’re visiting us as part of a once-in-a-lifetime holiday or treating the family to a special Kaikoura break, Manakau Lodge is
the perfect place to relax, connect, and explore. 

When you stay here, you will have exclusive use of our accommodation in Kaikoura. We only accommodate one group per booking. You get the whole of this beautiful rural property to yourselves.

Our 5 star Kaikoura accommodation is family-friendly and pet-friendly, combining the style and comfort of a luxury retreat.

Enjoy our world-class marine excursions, sample seafood delicacies in our local restaurants, or simply relax and
unwind in our peaceful country surroundings, located in Hapuku just north of Kaikoura, NZ.