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Basic Twin Room, 2 Single Beds

Bed Count 2 Twin Beds Maximum Occupancy 2 Max
£63* Per night/room 1 May - 2 May

Romantic Room

Bed Count 1 Queen Bed Maximum Occupancy 2 Max

Twin Room

Bed Count 2 Twin Beds Maximum Occupancy 2 Max

Double Room

Bed Count 1 Full Bed Maximum Occupancy 2 Max

Standard Room, Mixed Dorm, Shared Bathroom

Bed Count 1 Twin Bed Maximum Occupancy 1 Max

Double Room, Ensuite

Bed Count 1 Full Bed Maximum Occupancy 2 Max

Hotel Description

During your stay at Kinloch Wilderness Retreat, you're just a quick walk from Lake Wakatipu. You'll find features such as free WiFi in public areas and free self-parking, plus a restaurant.

  • Free Wi-Fi in some public areas
  • Free self-parking
  • Enjoy local cuisine while dining at The Fernery
  • Cooked-to-order breakfast served daily for a fee
  • Services include a concierge, tour or ticket assistance and luggage storage
  • On-site recreation includes bicycles to rent and kayaking
  • 0.1 mi (0.1 km) from Lake Wakatipu and 10.5 mi (16.8 km) from Routeburn Track
  • Local-area shuttle service available for a fee
  • Dogs welcome free of charge (restrictions apply)

Kinloch Wilderness Retreat ratings based on 1 Verified Reviews

Review Summary
3.0 out of 5 3.0 out of 5.0
Room cleanliness 4.0 out of 5.0
Service & staff 3.0 out of 5.0
Room comfort 3.0 out of 5.0
Hotel condition 3.0 out of 5.0

Guest reviews for Kinloch Wilderness Retreat

Everyone (1)
3 out of 5

Wunderbare Lage mit morgendlichem Vogelkonzert

Pros: Lage
Gute Budgetunterkunft, die aber nicht ganz so günstig ist. Insbesondere das hoch gepriesene Essen fanden wir zwar schmackhaft, aber in ganz kleinen Portionen, sodass der Hunger nach einem Wandertag dadurch gar nicht gestillt werden konnte.

Posted by on 21 Jan 2018

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Comment from Hotel Management

23 Jan 2018 by Portia

Thanks for leaving a review. We do provide a self-catering kitchen so if the restaurant doesn't meet requirements for guests (budget, dietay requirements etc.) they have another option. Glad you found the food delicious.

About the Kinloch Wilderness Retreat

Location 862 Kinloch Road, Kinloch, 9372

Property Features

There's a restaurant on site, as well as a coffee shop/cafe. You can enjoy a drink at the bar/lounge. Public spaces have free WiFi. Event space at this hostel measures 215 square feet (20 square metres) and includes conference space. 1 hot tub, a library, and a terrace are also featured at the eco-certified Kinloch Wilderness Retreat. The hostel can provide concierge services and wedding services. Self parking is free. A complete renovation of Kinloch Wilderness Retreat was completed in September 2023. This 4-star Kinloch hostel is smoke free.

  • 1 floor
  • 19 guestrooms or units
  • 2 buildings
  • 215 sq ft of conference space
  • 20 sq. m of conference space
  • Built in 1868
  • Conference space
  • Breakfast available (surcharge)
  • Coffee in lobby
  • Self-service laundry
  • Front desk (limited hours)
  • Storage area for luggage
  • Tour and ticket information
  • Concierge
  • Wedding services available
  • Games room or arcade
  • Library
  • Terrace
  • Garden
  • BBQ grill(s)
  • Outdoor picnic space
  • Gift shop
  • Television in lobby
  • No smoking on site
  • Microwave in a common area
  • Fridge in a common area
  • Bar or lounge
  • Dining venue

Family Friendly Amenities

  • Separate living room
  • Free WiFi
  • Laundry facilities
  • Separate dining area
  • Full-sized refrigerator/freezer
  • Microwave

Internet

Available in all rooms: Wireless internet access

Available in some public areas: Free WiFi , Internet access - wireless

Parking

Free self parking

Transport

  • Property shuttles: Area shuttle
  • Parking: Free self parking

Room Amenities

Kinloch Wilderness Retreat offers 19 accommodations with shared/communal kitchens and a hairdryer. Rooms open to balconies or patios. This individually decorated and furnished accommodation has separate dining areas. Full-sized fridge/freezers, microwaves and rice cookers are provided. Housekeeping is provided on request.

  • Communal kitchen access
  • Private balcony or patio
  • Dining room
  • Sitting area
  • Fridge (full size)
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Stovetop
  • Rice cooker
  • Kitchenware
  • Housekeeping (on request)
  • Local calls (free)
  • Hairdryer
  • Toiletries (free)
  • Heating
  • Unique furnishings
  • Unique decor

Food & Drink

For a fee, guests can enjoy a cooked-to-order breakfast daily from 8 AM to 11:00 AM.

The Fernery – This restaurant specialises in local cuisine and serves breakfast, dinner and light fare. Guests can enjoy drinks at the bar. A children's menu is available. Happy hour is offered. Reservations are required.

A hosted evening meal is available for a surcharge daily. Reservations are required.

Nearby Activities

Recreational amenities at the hostel include Access to hot tub.

The recreational activities listed below are available either on-site or nearby; fees may apply.

  • Fishing on site
  • Golfing nearby
  • Rock climbing nearby
  • Mountain biking nearby
  • Kayaking on site
  • Ziplining nearby
  • Horse riding nearby
  • Hunting nearby
  • Rafting nearby
  • Boat tours nearby
  • Mountain climbing nearby
  • Bicycle rentals on site
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby

Hotel Policies

Check-in

  • Check-in time ends at anytime
  • Check-in time starts at 2:00 PM
  • Minimum check-in age is: 18

Special check-in instructions:

The front desk is open daily from 8:00 AM - 6:00 PM. Guests will receive an email 24 hours before arrival with check-in instructions and an access code. Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival. Guests are required to download the property's Elok mobile app before check-in.

The front desk at this property is open daily from 8:00 AM - 6:00 PM.
Guests will receive an email 24 hours before arrival with check-in information and an access code. Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival. Guests are required to download the property's Elok mobile app before check-in.

Check-out

  • Check-out by 10:00 AM

Payment types

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Rollaway/extra beds are available for NZD 20 per night.

Pet Policy

  • Pets are welcome and stay free
  • Only dogs are allowed
  • Maximum 2 pets
  • Certain rooms only
  • You can request a pet-friendly room by reaching out to the property at the number on the booking confirmation

Policies

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy

Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges

Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed

This property accepts major credit cards, debit cards and cash

Cashless transactions are available

Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and a first aid kit

Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.

A cash deposit, credit card or debit card for incidental charges and government-issued photo identification may be required upon check-in.

Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in. Special requests can't be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.

This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business or profession. This property accepts major credit cards, Visa, Mastercard, American Express, Union Pay, debit cards and cash. For guests' safety, the property includes a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector and a first aid kit in all accommodation. Cashless payment methods are available for all transactions. Contactless check-in and contactless check-out are available.

  • Staff temperature checks are not conducted regularly
  • Temperature checks are not available to guests
  • Bed sheets and towels are not washed at a temperature of at least 60°C/140°F
  • Commonly-touched surfaces are cleaned with disinfectant
  • Property confirms they are implementing guest safety measures
  • Contactless check-out is available
  • Pets allowed in specific rooms only
  • Property does not follow sanitisation practices of any association
  • Staffed front desk
  • Guest will receive an email before arrival 24 hours
  • Property mobile app required for guests
  • Property mobile app name Elok
  • Smoke detector
  • Service animals are allowed
  • Service animals are exempt from fees/restrictions
  • UnionPay
  • Front desk opens daily at 8:00 AM
  • Front desk closes daily at 6:00 PM
  • Guest accommodation is not sealed after cleaning
  • Electrostatic spray is not used for disinfection
  • Cashless transactions are available
  • Pets allowed (no fees)
  • Masks are not compulsory at the property
  • Contactless food service / room service is not available
  • Reservation is not required for facilities on-site
  • Property is cleaned with disinfectant
  • Staff does not wear personal protective equipment
  • Protective clothing is available to guests
  • Mobile key entry is not available
  • Gloves are available to guests
  • Food service has not been amended for enhanced safety
  • No shield between guests and staff in main contact areas
  • Guests are provided with free hand sanitiser
  • Social distancing measures are in place
  • Contactless check-in is available
  • Guests will receive an email with special check-in instructions
  • No lifts
  • Property confirms they are implementing enhanced cleaning measures
  • Individually-wrapped food options are not available
  • Debit cards
  • No gap period between guest stays

Fees

Optional extras

The fees and deposits listed below will be charged at the time of service, check-in, or check-out.

  • Fee for cooked-to-order breakfast: from approximately NZD 20 to 32 for adults and from NZD 9 to 15 for children
  • Rollaway bed fee: NZD 20 per night
  • Hosted evening meal: NZD 90

This may not be a comprehensive list. Fees and deposits are subject to change and might not include tax.

Hotel Names

  • Kinloch Backpacker
  • Kinloch Lodge Hostel
  • Kinloch Lodge Hostel
  • Hostel/Backpacker accommodation Kinloch Lodge - Hostel Kinloch
  • Kinloch Kinloch Lodge - Hostel Hostel/Backpacker accommodation
  • Hostel/Backpacker accommodation Kinloch Lodge - Hostel
  • Kinloch Lodge - Hostel Kinloch
  • Kinloch Lodge Backpacker
  • Kinloch Lodge
  • Kinloch Lodge Hostel
  • Kinloch Wilderness Retreat Hostel
  • Kinloch Wilderness Retreat Kinloch
  • Kinloch Wilderness Retreat Hostel/Backpacker accommodation

You should know

  • Pets are welcome in specific rooms only, which can be requested by contacting the property directly at the number on your booking confirmation.

Awards & Affiliations

Eco-certified property
This property participates in Qualmark Sustainable Tourism Business Award – a programme that measures the property's impact on one or more of the following: environment, community, cultural-heritage and the local economy.

  • Qualmark Sustainable Tourism Business Award

National Rating

Qualmark® assigns an official star rating for accommodation in New Zealand. This Backpacker property has been rated 4 stars.

Official New Zealand Rating provided by Qualmark®

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