Overlooking Halfmoon Bay and the islands of the Foveaux Straits, Kowhai Lane Lodge is just 5 minutes’ walk from the waterfront. A 4-hour Ulva Island tour is included in your accommodations rate. All accommodations offers a TV and electric blankets. Set on Stewart Island, Kowhai Lodge is surrounded by lovely gardens, home to many species of native birds. It is 6 minutes’ walk from the ferry terminal and ferries to Bluff. There is a free bus transfer to and from the air terminal. Accommodations options include private rooms and self-contained apartments. All are heated and offer a private bathroom with a shower and a hairdryer. Shared facilities include a communal kitchen and a self-service laundry. There are secure lockers provided for gear storage while hiking the nearby trails. Guests enjoy a communal lounge with a DVD library. Kowhai Lodge Stewart Island is 4 minutes’ walk from Oban’s shops and restaurants. The communal kitchen offers a shared pantry and fresh fruit, tea, coffee and milk is supplied each day.

Couples in particular like the location – they rated it 9.3 for a two-person trip.

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Property highlights

Top Location: Highly rated by recent guests (9.3)

FREE parking!


Availability

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Guest reviews

Categories:

Staff
9.3
Facilities
9.0
Cleanliness
9.6
Comfort
9.3
Value for money
8.8
Location
9.3
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See what guests loved the most:

  • Joy
    United States of America United States of America
    From the minute Peter picked us up at the ferry, he and Iris were ultimate hosts. Kowhai Lodge is welcoming, fully stocked (even a bowl of apples for the parrots) and you could not ask for better accommodations. Thank you Iris and Peter!
  • Barb
    United States of America United States of America
    The lodge is in a provate residence a short walk from the center of of Oban. We definately noticed that the walk was up (or down) a hill, but also that almost all lodging in Oban is up or down a hill and most are quite a distance from the town...
  • Bronwyn
    New Zealand New Zealand
    fabulous hosts and information shared. great location.

Area info

Amenities of Kowhai Lane Lodge
Great facilities! Review score, 9

Most popular amenities
  • Non-smoking rooms
  • Airport shuttle (free)
  • Facilities for disabled guests
  • Free parking
Bathroom
  • Toilet paper
  • Private Bathroom
  • Toilet
  • Hairdryer
  • Shower
Bedroom
  • Wardrobe or closet
  • Alarm clock
Outdoors
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Sun deck
  • Terrace
  • Garden
Kitchen
  • Shared kitchen
Activities
  • Tour or class about local culture
    Additional charge
  • Walking tours
    Additional charge
  • Beach
  • Cycling
    Off-site
  • Hiking
  • Canoeing
    Additional chargeOff-site
  • Golf course (within 2 miles)
    Additional charge
Living Area
  • Sitting area
Media & Technology
  • Satellite channels
  • Radio
  • TV
Food & Drink
  • Fruit
Internet
No internet access available.
Parking
Free public parking is available at a location nearby (reservation is not needed).
  • Street parking
  • Accessible parking
Front Desk Services
  • Invoice provided
  • Lockers
  • Private check-in/out
  • Concierge
  • Baggage storage
  • Tour desk
Cleaning Services
  • Laundry
Safety & security
  • Fire extinguishers
  • Smoke alarms
  • Key access
  • Safe
General
  • Shuttle service
  • Shared lounge/TV area
  • Electric blankets
  • Smoke-free property
  • Heating
  • Car rental
  • Carpeted
  • Facilities for disabled guests
  • Airport shuttle
  • Non-smoking rooms
Languages Spoken
  • English

Property practice

This property told us they've implemented a practice in one of these categories: waste, water, energy and greenhouse gases, destination and community, or nature.

House rules

Kowhai Lane Lodge takes special requests – add in the next step!

Check-in

From 2:00 PM

Check-out

Until 10:00 AM

 

Cancellation/
prepayment

Cancellation and prepayment policies vary according to accommodations type. Please enter the dates of your stay and check what conditions apply to your preferred room.

Children & Beds

Child policies

Children not allowed.

Crib and extra bed policies

Cribs and extra beds aren't available at this property.

Age restriction

The minimum age for check-in is 18

Pets

Pets are not allowed.

Mastercard Visa Eftpos Cash is not accepted Kowhai Lane Lodge accepts these cards and reserves the right to temporarily hold an amount prior to arrival.

The fine print
Must-know information for guests at this property

Please note that there is a 2.5% charge when you pay with any credit card. Excluding EFTPOS

Please note that the property meets guests upon arrival off either the ferry or plane. Please inform the property in advance of you travel details, as soon as possible the contact details found on the booking confirmation.

Included in the rate is a 'Sails' Ulva Island Open Sanctuary tour with the following details:

- Tours can start early morning or late afternoon

- 4 hour return trip

- Departs from the accommodations, guests are taken to the water's edge and on a 10-minute boat ride

- Guests arrive at Ulva Island open sanctuary and are then taken by the guide on a 0.9 mi easy walk

- Guest return via boat back to the accommodations

- Tour usually consists of approximately 6 people

Please contact Kowhai Lane Lodge for additional information.

Please note that the Ulva Island tour is conducted in English only.

Please inform Kowhai Lane Lodge of your expected arrival time in advance. You can use the Special Requests box when booking, or contact the property directly using the contact details in your confirmation.

FAQs about Kowhai Lane Lodge

  • Check-in at Kowhai Lane Lodge is from 2:00 PM, and check-out is until 10:00 AM.

  • Kowhai Lane Lodge is 1,800 feet from the center of Half-moon Bay. All distances are measured in straight lines. Actual travel distances may vary.

  • Yes, Kowhai Lane Lodge is popular with guests booking family stays.

  • The prices at Kowhai Lane Lodge may vary depending on your stay (e.g. dates, hotel's policy etc.). To see prices, enter your dates.

  • Kowhai Lane Lodge offers the following activities/services (charges may apply):

    • Cycling
    • Hiking
    • Canoeing
    • Golf course (within 2 miles)
    • Tour or class about local culture
    • Walking tours
    • Beach

  • Room options at Kowhai Lane Lodge include:

    • Double
    • Apartment

  • The nearest beach is 1,150 feet from Kowhai Lane Lodge. All distances are measured in straight lines. Actual travel distances may vary.