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Kinloch Wilderness Retreat

4.0 star property

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Outdoor spa tub
Outdoor spa tub
Garden
Scooter/moped
Front of property

Reviews

8.4 out of 10
Very good

Popular amenities

  • Bar
  • Breakfast available
  • Pet-friendly
  • Laundry
  • Parking included

Explore the area

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862 Kinloch Road, Kinloch, Otago, 9372
  • Place, Lake Wakatipu
    ‪1 min walk‬
  • Place, Glenorchy Waterfront Reserve
    ‪39 min drive‬
  • Place, Glenorchy Wharf
    ‪39 min drive‬
  • Airport, Queenstown (ZQN-Queenstown Intl.)
    ‪90 min drive‬

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Superior King Room, Shared Bathroom | 1 bedroom, individually decorated, individually furnished

Superior King Room, Shared Bathroom

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(2 reviews)
  • Mountain view
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Single Bed

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Triple Room, Shared Bathroom | 1 bedroom, individually decorated, individually furnished

Triple Room, Shared Bathroom

  • Mountain view
  • Sleeps 3
  • 3 Single Beds

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Standard Room, 2 Single Beds, Shared Bathroom | 1 bedroom, individually decorated, individually furnished

Standard Room, 2 Single Beds, Shared Bathroom

  • Sleeps 3
  • 2 Single Beds

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Double Room, Shared Bathroom | 1 bedroom, individually decorated, individually furnished

Double Room, Shared Bathroom

  • Mountain view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

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Double Room, Ensuite

  • Lake view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

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Standard Room, Mixed Dorm, Shared Bathroom | 1 bedroom, individually decorated, individually furnished

Standard Room, Mixed Dorm, Shared Bathroom

  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Single Bed

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Family Room, 1 Bedroom, Shared Bathroom, Mountain View | 1 bedroom, individually decorated, individually furnished

Family Room, 1 Bedroom, Shared Bathroom, Mountain View

  • 1 bedroom
  • Mountain view
  • Sleeps 5
  • 1 Double Bed and 2 Single Bunk Beds

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Basic Double Room, Shared Bathroom | 1 bedroom, individually decorated, individually furnished

Basic Double Room, Shared Bathroom

  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

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Basic Twin Room, 2 Single Beds | 1 bedroom, individually decorated, individually furnished

Basic Twin Room, 2 Single Beds

  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Single Beds

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1 bedroom, individually decorated, individually furnished

Double Room

  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

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Twin Room | 1 bedroom, individually decorated, individually furnished

Twin Room

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(2 reviews)
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Single Beds

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1 bedroom, individually decorated, individually furnished

Romantic Room

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(1 review)
  • Lake view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

Family Room, 1 Bedroom, Shared Bathroom, Mountain View

  • Sleeps 5

Bed In Standard Room, Mixed Dorm, Shared Bathroom

  • Sleeps 1

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1 bedroom, individually decorated, individually furnished

Superior King Room With Shared Bathroom

  • Sleeps 3

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1 bedroom, individually decorated, individually furnished

Triple Room With Shared Bathroom

  • Sleeps 3

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1 bedroom, individually decorated, individually furnished

Romantic Room

  • Sleeps 2

Double Room

  • Sleeps 2

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1 bedroom, individually decorated, individually furnished

Double Room Ensuite

  • Sleeps 2

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1 bedroom, individually decorated, individually furnished

Twin Room

  • Sleeps 2

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1 bedroom, individually decorated, individually furnished

Deluxe Twin Room

  • Sleeps 2

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1 bedroom, individually decorated, individually furnished

Basic Double Room With Shared Bathroom

  • Sleeps 2

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1 bedroom, individually decorated, individually furnished

Basic Twin Room, 2 Twin Beds

  • Sleeps 2

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1 bedroom, individually decorated, individually furnished

Deluxe Double Room

  • Sleeps 2

Double Room With Shared Bathroom

  • Sleeps 2

Standard Room, 2 Twin Beds, Shared Bathroom

  • Sleeps 2

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About this property

Kinloch Wilderness Retreat

Waterfront hostel with coffee shop/cafe and restaurant
A restaurant, a bar/lounge and a coffee shop/cafe are available at this smoke-free hostel. Free WiFi in public areas and free self parking are also provided. Other amenities include Access to hot tub, coffee/tea in a common area and a microwave in a common area. Housekeeping is available on request.
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. Additionally, rooms include free toiletries and blackout curtains. Housekeeping is provided on request.
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.

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 kayaking and bicycles to rent
  • 0.1 mi (0.1 km) from Lake Wakatipu and 10.5 mi (16.9 km) from Routeburn Track
  • Local-area shuttle service available for a fee
  • Dogs welcome free of charge (restrictions apply)
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. A hot tub, a library, and a terrace are also featured at 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.

For a fee, guests can enjoy a cooked-to-order breakfast daily from 8 AM to 10:00 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.

Awards and 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.

Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Electric car charging station on site
  • Area shuttle (surcharge)
  • Free uncovered self parking on site

Food and drink

  • Daily cooked-to-order breakfast available 8 AM to 10:00 AM for a fee: NZD 18 to 32 for adults and NZD 9 to 15 for children
  • A bar/lounge
  • A coffee shop/cafe
  • A restaurant
  • Coffee and tea in common areas
  • Hosted evening meal available daily for a fee of NZD 90; reservation required

Restaurants on site

  • The Fernery

Things to do

  • Arcade/game room
  • Bicycle rentals
  • Fishing
  • Hot tub
  • Kayaking
  • Library
  • TV in common areas

Family friendly

  • Arcade/game room
  • In-room full-sized refrigerator/freezer
  • In-room microwave
  • Laundry facilities
  • Living room
  • Separate in-room dining area

Conveniences

  • Gift shop/newsstand
  • Laundry facilities
  • Limited-hour front desk
  • Luggage storage
  • Shared microwave
  • Shared refrigerator

Guest services

  • Concierge services
  • Housekeeping (on request)
  • Tour and ticket assistance
  • Wedding services

Business services

  • 215 square feet of conference space
  • Meeting room

Outdoors

  • Barbecue grill
  • Garden
  • In the mountains
  • On the waterfront
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Picnic area
  • Terrace
  • Vegetable garden

Accessibility

  • No lift
  • Smooth flooring in public areas
  • Thin carpet in public areas

More

  • 1 floor
  • 2 buildings
  • At least 80% lighting from LEDs
  • At least 80% of food locally-sourced
  • Built in 1868
  • Communal living room
  • Comprehensive food waste policy
  • Comprehensive recycling policy
  • Eco-friendly cleaning products used
  • No plastic coffee stirrers
  • No plastic drinking straws
  • No plastic soft drink bottles
  • No plastic water bottles
  • Renovated entire property - September 2023
  • Reusable cups
  • Reusable tableware
  • Smoke-free property
  • Vegan dining options
  • Vegetarian breakfast available
  • Vegetarian dining options

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided
  • Blackout drapes

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Shampoo
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Food and drink

  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Freezer
  • Full-sized refrigerator/freezer
  • Hob
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Rice cooker
  • Separate dining area
  • Shared kitchen access
  • Spices
  • Toaster
  • Toaster oven

More

  • Bulk dispensers for toiletries
  • Eco-friendly toiletries
  • Free local calls
  • Heating
  • Individual decor
  • Individual furnishings
  • Laundry detergent
  • Living room
  • Recycling
  • Window screens

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; check-in end time: anytime
Contactless check-in and check-out are available
Minimum check-in age - 18

Check-out

Check-out before 10:00 AM
Contactless check-out

Special check-in instructions

The property charges 2.7 per cent for credit card payments
The front desk is open daily from 8:00 AM - 6:00 PM
Guests will receive an email within 24 hours before arrival with check-in instructions and an access code; front desk staffed during limited hours

Access methods

Access code, front desk (limited hours)

Pets

  • 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

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Rollaway/extra beds are available for NZD 50 per night.

Payment types at the property

Important information

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: approximately NZD 18 to 32 for adults and NZD 9 to 15 for children
  • Rollaway bed fee: NZD 50 per night
  • Hosted evening meal: NZD 90
  • Credit card charges are subject to a surcharge of 2.7 per cent

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

You need to know

This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business or profession.
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
This property uses solar energy, plus eco-friendly cleaning products
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector and a first aid kit
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios and terraces, which may not be suitable for children; if you have any concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm that they can accommodate you in a suitable room
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 at the property.
If you cancel your booking, you'll be subject to the host's cancellation policy. In accordance with EU regulations about consumer rights, property booking services are not subject to the right of withdrawal.

We should mention

  • Pets are welcome in specific rooms only, which can be requested by contacting the property directly at the number on your booking confirmation.
  • This property welcomes guests of all sexual orientations and gender identities (LGBTQ+ friendly).

National rating

Rating provided by Qualmark®, source of official star ratings for accommodation in New Zealand.

Property is also known as

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