Overview
Boasting 2 spa tubs, the 4-star Te Mahuru Retreat Kaikoura hotel is nestled in the museum district of Kaikoura, 4.8 km from the Ohau Point Seal Colony. Families staying at this Kaikoura bed & breakfast can enjoy a variety of entertainment options for children, such as outdoor play equipment and board games.
Location
You'll need 15-minute drive to Kaikoura airport. The Kaikoura Museum is also located around 10 minutes by car from the recently renovated Te Mahuru Retreat.
Transport
This hotel lies near a train station for the tourists to begin exploring Kaikoura.
Nearby Attractions
The Ohau Stream Walk is also situated 3.1 km away.
Rooms
The property has 6 rooms, comprising an adjoining terrace and a dining area. A flat-screen TV with satellite channels, along with tea and coffee making facilities, are offered. Here you can enjoy an electric kettle, a stove top, and kitchenware. Bathrooms are equipped with a separate toilet and a shower, as well as comforts such as a hairdryer and bath sheets.
Dining
The garden is open daily for breakfast. Donegal House is adjacent to Te Mahuru Retreat hotel, 450 metres away.
Relax & Wellness
The hotel offers a sun deck, a play area, and a golf course as leisure options onsite.
Rooms & Availability
Suite with Mountain View
Suite with Mountain View
Suite with Mountain View
Suite with Mountain View
Two-Bedroom Suite
Two-Bedroom Cottage
Facilities
Services
- Pet amenities available
- Laundry
Dining
- Shared kitchen
- Electric kettle
- Dryer
- Cookware/ Kitchen utensils
- Outdoor dining area
- Picnic area/ Tables
- Special diet menus
Spa & Leisure
- Beach umbrellas
- Sun terrace
- Garden area
- BBQ facilities
- Leisure/ TV room
- Sauna
- Jacuzzi
Facilities
Services
- Pet amenities available
- Laundry
Dining
- Shared kitchen
- Electric kettle
- Dryer
- Cookware/ Kitchen utensils
- Outdoor dining area
- Picnic area/ Tables
- Special diet menus
Spa & Leisure
- Beach umbrellas
- Sun terrace
- Garden area
- BBQ facilities
- Leisure/ TV room
- Sauna
- Jacuzzi
General
- No smoking on site
- Wi-Fi
- Parking
- VIP check-in/ -out
- Express check-in/ -out
- Pets allowed
- Luggage storage
- Smoke detectors
- Electric vehicle charging station
- Fire extinguishers
Children's Facilities
- Cots
- Board games
- Children's play area
Activities
- Hiking
- Cycling
- Golf course
Meeting Facilities
- Meeting/ Banquet facilities
Room Amenities
- Heating
- Sitting area
- Patio
- Garden furniture
- Tea and coffee facilities
- Dining table
- Ironing facilities
Bathroom
- Washing machine
Media
- Flat-screen TV
Decor
- Carpeted floor
Tourist attractions in Kaikoura
Tourist attractions in Kaikoura
Local sights
- 3.5 km 2.2 mi Ohau Stream Walk
- 3.4 km 2.1 mi Canterbury Regional Council
- 3 km 1.8 mi Kaikoura Llama Trekking
- 4.4 km 2.7 mi Seal Swim Kaikoura
- 2.9 km 1.8 mi New World Supermarket Kaikoura
- 4.5 km 2.8 mi Kaikoura Museum
- 4.9 km 3.1 mi Kaikoura Coastal Track
- 3.5 km 2.2 mi Maori Leap Cave
- 3.7 km 2.3 mi Whale Watch Kaikoura
- 5.2 km 3.2 mi Ohau Point Seal Colony
Frequently Asked Questions
"Does Te Mahuru Retreat have a private hot tub available for each unit?"
There is one private hot tub with mountain views and a rose garden, accessible exclusively to one group at a time.
"How many bathrooms are there in the two-bedroom cottage at Te Mahuru Retreat?"
The cottage includes one bathroom, equipped with a shower, private toilet, and a hairdryer.
"Are there on-site laundry facilities available for guests at Te Mahuru Retreat?"
Yes, a washer and dryer are available for use in the lodge, free of charge for guests staying in the cottage or rooms.
"What breakfast options are provided at Te Mahuru Retreat?"
Breakfast is continental style, with fresh homemade bread, cereals, jams, local fruit, honey, yogurt, cheese, salami, muffins, crumpets, dried fruits, and canned fruit included.
"Can guests access the hot tubs at Te Mahuru Retreat without additional charges?"
Yes, both hot tubs are free to use; one is private and one communal, both open 24 hours without prior booking.
"What amenities are available in the guest rooms at Te Mahuru Retreat?"
Rooms feature a private entrance, linen, wardrobe or closet, a flat-screen TV, and a kettle, with some rooms also having a fridge and outdoor garden access.
"How close is Te Mahuru Retreat to the town center of Kaikoura?"
The property is a short drive into town, with no sidewalks or street lighting making a walk at night not advisable.
"Is there any assistance available from staff at Te Mahuru Retreat?"
The staff offer luggage storage, express check-in and check-out, and provide local insights upon request.
"What outdoor facilities are offered at Te Mahuru Retreat for leisure or family activities?"
Facilities include a large garden, children's playground (off-site), outdoor dining area, picnic tables, sun umbrellas, and a children's outdoor play equipment.