Hapuku Lodge  

Set on a 600‑acre deer stud farm 12 km north of Kaikoura on New Zealand’s rugged Pacific coast. About 2.5 hours north of Christchurch and 1.5 hours south of Blenheim, this eco lodge sits close to world‑famous whale watching and marine safaris.

Two large 80 m² hotel‑style Lodge Suites feature separate living and sleeping areas, deep two‑person Japanese soaking tubs, rain‑fountain showers and stone fireplaces. Each suite has a balcony or patio overlooking the deer paddock and surrounding native plantings, plus LCD TV, DVD/CD player, iPod sound system, fridge, tea/coffee and a custom king bed that splits to twins.

Modern lodge amenities include an outdoor pool and sauna, 24‑hour porterage, disabled access and paid car parking. Onsite olive grove and vineyard, plus easy access to whale watching, giant albatross encounters, dolphin and seal swims, sea kayaking, deep‑sea fishing, Night Sky Tours, Maori cultural tours, scenic flights, horseback riding, biking and hiking.

Free wireless broadband (fast Wi‑Fi) throughout the lodge and reliable connectivity for work needs.

The lodge restaurant serves breakfast, lunch and dinner onsite. Guests are a short drive from local wine regions and fresh Kaikoura seafood experiences.