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Awatuna Sunset Lodge is an adult-only luxury retreat. Elizabeth and Selwyn welcome you to rest, relax, rejuvenate, and be nurtured by the Wild West Coast. With backgrounds in hospitality, they know what it takes to turn a good stay into a great one and that’s what you will enjoy at Awatuna Sunset Lodge. Smoke-free and vape-free property, sorry no pets.
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HOTEL STYLE
Business
Romantic
Languages Spoken
English, Italian
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1209A Kumara Junction Highway, Awatuna, Hokitika 7882 New Zealand
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Nestled near Greymouth with breathtaking ocean views, Awatuna Sunset Lodge offers a tranquil retreat that guests have consistently lauded for its luxury and comfort. Many have highlighted the plush linens and immaculate rooms that come with stunning vistas. The service at the lodge is frequently praised for its warmth and attentiveness, providing personalized experiences and delicious homemade meals.
Reviewers also revel in the inviting atmosphere and commend the hotel's cleanliness. Activities and communal spaces are deemed inviting, making it a favored choice for those seeking both relaxation and engagement.
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Picturesque
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Luxurious
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Comfortable
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Immaculate
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Top-notch
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What a delight to arrive at the Awatuna Sunset Lodge after flying 20 hours from the US! A perfect start to our South Island tour and adventure. As an Airbnb owner I just want to say Elizabeth and Selwyn are host rock stars! The room was perfect, the view was perfect, and they have done everything possible to make a guest feel welcome and comfortable. The Argo adventure across the creek and on the beach was super fun. The drinks with canapes at sunset were complimentary and the hosts gave us great travel advise as we would have missed Hokitika Gorge which was stunning. Enjoyed the home cooked fish dinner, homemade preserves, eggs from chickens off the property, and the refreshing hot tub soak! This was our recovery stay from our long flight and we were totally refreshed after staying there. Thank you!
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Date of stay: May 2022
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Room Tip:Great view & Exceptional Hospitality!
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Response from Elizabeth and Selwyn, Owner at Awatuna Sunset Lodge
Responded Jun 15, 2022
Thank you so much for the wonderful review Patty, we really appreciated you taking the time to write one. And, thank you for the great compliments, which are extra special coming from a fellow B&B owner. We are so pleased you and Jesse enjoyed your stay and left feeling refreshed for the rest of your trip. It was our pleasure to meet and host you both on your first night in New Zealand. Cheers Elizabeth and Selwyn
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Our 2 night stay was amazing! We so enjoyed the hosts- Elizabth and Selwyn. Their hospitality and attention to detail were wonderful. We had a beautiful room with patio doors that opened onto the deck overlooking the Tasman Sea. A hot breakfast cooked to your request is presented and the coffee is prepared by your own personal baristas. Elizabeth prepares homemade breads and condiments for breakfast. The room was spotless and have a lovely en-suite. The hosts are very knowledgeable and offered lots of suggestions for things to do in the area. The hot spa in the evening was delightful. I highly recommend this as a place to stay- i think it is one of my favourite B&B's ever!
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Date of stay: February 2020Trip type: Traveled as a couple
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Response from Elizabeth M, Owner at Awatuna Sunset Lodge
Responded Feb 22, 2020
Thank you so much for taking the time to post a review. We really appreciate it! Gload you enjoyed your stay, it was wonderful to meet you both and hear about your travels. We hope to see you again sometime. Cheers Elizabeth and Selwyn
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We booked a stay last minute as we were traveling the West Coast and were met by Elizabeth & Selwyn. They are very friendly and welcoming and made us feel right at home. The place is lovely. They have recently bought and renovated the lodge and the views of the sea are second to none! We got a complimentary drink and nibbles when we arrived and breakfast with real espresso coffee was amazing. It was great being an adult only resort as it's school holidays in New Zealand now and we've stayed at a few placed and were bombarded with children.
The room was beautiful and the bed was brand new and so comfortable. Would recommend to anyone traveling to the West Coast.
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Date of stay: January 2020
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Room Tip:The 2 king rooms have uninterrupted sea views are are on the quiet west side of the lodge. Worth...
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Response from Elizabeth M, Owner at Awatuna Sunset Lodge
Responded Jan 22, 2020
Thanks for your review, Sally. We're glad you and Grant enjoyed your stay! It was lovely to hear about your travels in New Zealand and Africa. Enjoy the rest of your holidays and we hope to see you again sometime. Regards Elizabeth and Selwyn
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Our one night at Awatuna Sunset Lodge was at the very end of our 11 day tour of the South Island, and we only wish we had come earlier and stayed much longer.
This is our most outstanding memory of the whole trip - the warmth of the welcome, the comfort of our lodging, the peace and beauty of the location, and the amazing home cooked cuisine.
Elizabeth and Selwyn open their home and their hearts to their guests, starting with sundown drinks and canapés, followed by a home cooked meal by Elizabeth, masterfully prepared with ingredients from their own garden or locally sourced.
The hot tub in the garden overlooking the Tasman Sea at sunset is a special luxury. Overall, our time here was exceptionally peaceful, relaxing and comfortable, and our warmest memory of our time in New Zealand.
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Date of stay: May 2022Trip type: Traveled as a couple
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Response from Elizabeth and Selwyn, Owner at Awatuna Sunset Lodge
Responded Jun 7, 2022
Thank you so much for the fantastic review, Brenda and Michael. It was so nice to meet you both and have you stay with us, we really enjoyed your company and are pleased you enjoyed your stay. We are thrilled to have international tourists back and it was wonderful having such nice people, as you, as one of our first. We're pleased you enjoyed the rest of your trip. We look forward to seeing you again, the next time you travel to New Zealand. Cheers Elizabeth and Selwyn
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My son and I stayed three nights at this very comfortable and peaceful lodge. Elizabeth, daughter of an Italian restaurateur has strong passion for cooking and hospitality. Spaghetti Bolognese for instance, ordered from the extensive menu,(orders in by 4:30pm) involves Elizabeth grinding lean rump steak, making egg pasta by hand (using her own chooks' eggs), making tomato sauce from fresh tomatoes. If one orders pan fried fish Selwyn gets it fresh from a fisherman. Canapé and drinks on the verandah as the sun sets over the Tasmansetting sun include Elizabeth-made crackers and dips, as well as Blackball salami and local cheese. Of course the ice-cream is home made! The whitebait is from the neighbouring creek which also has eels that can be fed, and which is traversed in Selwyn's "Mad Max" amphibian as part of a pounamu hunt. Everything is done with enthusiasm and expertise.
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Date of stay: November 2020Trip type: Traveled with family
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Response from Elizabeth and Selwyn, Owner at Awatuna Sunset Lodge
Responded Nov 30, 2020
What an amazing review! Thank you so much, we were delighted to host you! We loved having you both here for 3 days and enjoyed sharing conversations over sundowner drinks and canapes and hearing about your days' exploring the West Coast. It's wonderful your son could take some fantastic photos while here. It was an absolute pleasure cooking for you and taking you over to the beach in Mad Max, it's lots of fun for us as well. We hope to see you again next time you visit the West Coast. Cheers Elizabeth and Selwyn
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This is an awesome place to stay, superb view of the sea to observe the sunset and moon set, absolutely the best place for an excellent evening meal with deserts to please the palate, walks along the beach, fossick for Pounamu, swim in the river, and soak in the spa. The rooms are very clean and spacious with stunning views. The beds are very comfortable ensuring an excellent night’s sleep. There’s even a display of Awatuna beach stones made into pendants that can be purchased, so you can take a little piece of the beach home with you. Elizabeth and Selwyn are excellent hosts and have created a very special place. I can recommend a stay of multiple nights to enjoy this place. I was having such a great time that I totally forgot to take photos!
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Date of stay: January 2021Trip type: Traveled solo
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Response from Elizabeth and Selwyn, Owner at Awatuna Sunset Lodge
Responded Feb 3, 2021
Thank you so much for your awesome review Margot, we really appreciate you taking the time to post one! It was our pleasure having you stay with us and we are glad you enjoyed your stay and our homegrown, home-cooked food and gift shop. We do have some beautifully made jewelry which is made extra special as many pieces are made from stones we have collected right here on the beach! We look forward to seeing you again, next time you visit the West Coast. Cheers Elizabeth and Selwyn
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From the time we arrived, everything was just perfect: location, room with a view on the ocean, the social appetizer if you feel encline to, delicious dîner and breakfast, without speaking of the confortable bed and perfect bathroom robes and products. We even tried for the first time an amphibian quad! Unfortunately, we only could stay for a night but we enjoyed it to the fullest. Thank you Elizabeth and Selwyn
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Date of stay: March 2024Trip type: Traveled with family
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Response from Elizabeth and Selwyn, Owner at Awatuna Sunset Lodge
Responded Mar 14, 2024
Thanks so much for taking the time to post such a wonderful review. We're really pleased you enjoyed your stay and little treats. It was so nice to meet you both and have you stay with us. Enjoy the rest of your trip and hopefully, we will see you again sometime. Cheers Elizabeth and Selwyn
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Believe the 5 Star Reviews! This place is a little slice of heaven on the Tasman Sea near Hokitika. The location is great - only about 20 minutes to Greymouth and the Trans Alpine Train. Elizabeth and Selwyn were born to host and pamper people! We were greeted with warmth and enthusiasm - almost like they'd been waiting for us. The facility and grounds are beautiful and well maintained with a killer view of the Sea. Beds are comfortable and showers have great pressure and hot water. We dined at the Lodge both nights and enjoyed Elizabeth's perfectly prepared meals; Fish so fresh it had been swimming a few hours earlier, home made pasta with Amatriciana sauce, warm rolls, vegetables from their on site garden, finished with home made ice cream. Breakfast was cooked to order with bacon, sausage, eggs our choice, home made breads and jams. The ride in the amphibious vehicle was great fun! We enjoyed walking on the beach looking for special stones for hours. Overall this place is a perfect part of any west coast New Zealand vacation!
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Date of stay: March 2024
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Response from Elizabeth and Selwyn, Owner at Awatuna Sunset Lodge
Responded Apr 2, 2024
Thank you so much for the wonderful review. It was our absolute pleasure to meet you both. We constantly say we have the best guests, and all are lovely, but some, like you, are extra special and enrich our lives and make what we do a joy, so thank you for staying with us. We are sure you enjoyed the train and the rest of your trip and we look forward to seeing you again. Cheers Elizabeth and Selwyn
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This lovely boutique accommodation is located right next to the beach, with access to a private creek for swimming. Aside from the stunning location, one of the best things about this place are the owners!
Elizabeth and Selwyn are energetic, welcoming, and a wealth of knowledge. Not to mention excellent chefs! Breakfast and dinner are provided for you here, along with canapés and drinks before dinner. The food has been delicious - it makes you not be able to wait for dinner!
This lodge is also self sustainable- they grow their veggies, collect fresh eggs from their chicken, catch their whitebait in the creek, collect and filter rainwater for drinking, and even make all their own jams and marmalades. Anything not grown on site is bought from environmentally conscious, local businesses! We absolutely love this!
As travel agents we stay in a lot of properties - and this is right up there with the best. If you are in this area you are missing out if you don't stop by!
They also have a fabulous amphibious vehicle and Selwyn will take you for a spin around the property and over the creek to the beach for some fun! For free! You have to do this. They also have a two seater ocean kayak for a trip up the creek!
Just visit - and tell them Janet the travel agent sent you!! You won't regret it!
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Date of stay: November 2024
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Trip type: Traveled with family
Room Tip:Book early to get the best rooms with sea views!
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Response from Elizabeth and Selwyn, Owner at Awatuna Sunset Lodge
Responded 2 weeks ago
Thanks for the amazing review Janet, we really appreciate your time. What a pleasure to have you and your family stay with us. We loved meeting you and are pleased you enjoyed your stay. Have a fabulous time for the rest of your holiday and hope to see you next time you visit New Zealand. Cheers Elizabeth and Selwyn
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A beautiful place to stay and rest, we only wish we stayed longer to enjoy the scenery and hospitality from the lovely hosts Elizabeth & Selwyn. Great breakfast and evening meals and the pre-dinner drinks was enjoyable to sit and talk to other visitors and the hosts of their travels and experiences. We will definitely stay again. We picked this place due to the location to the beach and the photos and we were not disappointed. Just beautiful - best B&B Lodge we have ever stayed at and great privacy as well as facilities. Thanks from the Aussie Stihl travellers.
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Date of stay: November 2022
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Trip type: Traveled as a couple
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Response from Elizabeth and Selwyn, Owner at Awatuna Sunset Lodge
Responded Dec 2, 2022
Thank you so much for posting such fantastic reviews Brownwyn. We're thrilled you and Shane enjoyed your stay. We hope you enjoyed the rest of your trip and look forward to seeing you next time. Cheers Elizabeth and Selwyn
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PRICE RANGE
$216 - $260 (Based on Average Rates for a Standard Room)
LOCATION
New ZealandSouth IslandWest Coast RegionHokitikaAwatuna
NUMBER OF ROOMS
3
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