Alpine Lodge -

Just over an hours pleasant scenic drive from Nelson or Blenheim is St Arnaud's Alpine Lodge, gateway to Nelson Lakes National Park. The Alpine Lodge is located just five minutes walk from Lake Rotoiti. Alpine Lodge offers 32 architecturally styled units from which to choose:

4 Studio rooms with separate bedroom and lounge area, mini bar & spa bath.
4 Superior rooms
4 Self-contained two-bedroom apartments
10 Family rooms with mezzanine floor
10 Standard rooms

Nelson Lakes National Park is a ideal location for true encounters with the great outdoors in all seasons.

Alpine Lodge
St Arnaud, Nelson Lakes, New Zealand
Ph: (03) 521 1869
Fax: (03) 521 1868
Email :enquiries@alpinelodge.co.nz

Nelson Lakes Motels -

Nestled in St Arnaud village with Mountain views in tranquil surroundings, 5 mins walk to beautiful Lake Rotoiti. Our unique log construction units are spacious, warm and clean with a choice of studio, one bedroom and two bedroom chalets. All units are self contained with kitchens, microwaves and TV.

Relax in our spa pool and gaze out at the stars, or choose one of the many walks in Nelson Lakes National Park.

Nelson Lakes Motels, PO Box 85, St Arnaud, Nelson Lakes
Ph 03 5211887
Fax 03 5211882
Email: nelsonlakes@xtra.co.nz

Avarest B&B -

Overlooks Lake Rotoiti, St Arnaud, and situated only 1 minutes walk to the waters edge. Nestled amongst mature NZ Native forest filled with the sound of Tui and Bellbird song. Comfortable and tastefully decorated guest rooms with private luxury amenities including separate toilet, shower and ladies vanity room. Breakfast at Avarest can be as simple or as elaborate as your appetite requires. Lunch and dinner are catered for at Avarest by special arrangement, including pre-dinner drinks and local wines. We specialize in single party bookings.

Hosts: Marg & Steve Anderson
33 Kerr Bay Rd, St Arnaud
Phone: 03 5211 864
Fax: 03 5211865
Email: avarestbnb@xtra.co.nz

Blue Glen Lavender -

Your hosts are Anne & Frank Boyd

Phone: +64 03 5211020
Email: info@blueglenhomestead.co.nz

St Arnaud House -

Sub-alpine Retreat

St. Arnaud house is a boutique sub-alpine bed and breakfast lodge nestled amongst native beech forest.

We have two queen bedrooms and one twin single bedroom available, all with en-suite bathrooms.

Wireless broadband internet, lunches and evening meals are available by prior arrangement.

Your hosts are Russell and Margery Chilton
St Arnaud House
PO Box 88
St Arnaud 7053
Phone: +64 03 5467229
Mobile: +64 027 2023501
Email: info@st-arnaudhouse.co.nz

The Watershed Farmstay

Private En-suite.
Sleeps up to 6 (double-bed, bunk beds and sofa-bed)
Book, DVD and Video Library
Tea, Coffee and Milo making facilities
Breakfast by prior arrangement

Enjoy our country walks and fantastic views, just 3km from St Arnaud
All creatures welcome (dogs, horses and children)
Free local pick-up

Richard and Helen Osmaston
The Watershed,
8868 State Highway 63
St Arnaud
Phone: 03 521 1966
Email: Rosmaston@xtra.co.nz

Tophouse Homestead

Experience a part of New Zealand's history at Tophouse Homestead. Whether for a few hours or a few days, Tophouse can offer you a taste of another era. A roaring open log fireplace, stunning views and the recently re-opened "smallest" bar in New Zealand. The friendly staff will take you on a journey through time, reliving the torrid history of this cob hotel built in 1887. Stay in the homestead or one of our self-contained chalets.

Devonshire teas are a specialty, plus plenty of choices of meals throughout the day. Our dinner specialties are wild pig and wild venison as part of our menu. Pre-Booking for dinners is essential. The bar has reopened for you to visit, after a 40 year gap. We shall make sure your stay or meal is a memorable one.

Hosts: Nigel & Leslie Phoenix
Phone:0064 (0) 3 5211 848
Freephone: 0800 867 468
email: info@tophouse.co.nz

Wairau Pass Homestay/Bed & Breakfast!

Our environmentally-designed adobe brick homestay is located in a wonderful sub-alpine environment on the Wairau Saddle, 9 km east of St Arnaud village.
We are handy to the Rainbow Valley and skifield, the Wairau River as well as Nelson Lakes National Park and Mt Richmond Forest Park.

Our comfy bedrooms have either en-suite or separate bathrooms. Cooked breakfasts are included in the tariff with packed lunches and picnic hampers, lunches, evening meals and special food by arrangement.

We can help with advice and day/multi day walks as well as local activities.

Helen Campbell
"Mangatawai"
Wairau Pass B&B
8432 State Highway 63
Wairau Pass, St Arnaud
RD2
NELSON 7072
+64 (03) 521 1148
Email: maccam@ts.co.nz

Rotoiti Lodge -

Sited on a gentle rise within Nelson Lakes National Park, the Lodge overlooks Lake Rotoiti and surrounding mountains, and is available to groups during weekends and school holidays. Amenities include a commercial kitchen, carpeted hall, 72 two-level bunks in eight dormitories on two floors, two ablution areas with toilets and showers, and three 2-person rooms with an ensuite in each. Budget priced.

Rotoiti Lodge Outdoor Education Trust
SH 63, St Arnaud.
Phone: (03) 521 1820
Fax: (03) 521 1828
Email: rotoiti.lodge@clear.net.nz

Cosyview Cottages -

These modern two-bedroom self-contained units can sleep between 2 - 6 people, together with Tophouse historic guesthouse, are situated 9km from St Arnaud on a 300 hectare farm. We have magnificent mountain views, a farm golf course, children's play area and a variety of interesting animals.

Tariff: $90/couple (2 x adults), $15 each extra adult, $10 each extra child.

Hosts: Nigel & Leslie Phoenix
Phone:03 5211 848
Freephone: 0800 TOPHOUSE (0800 867 468)
Email: tophouse@clear.net.nz

St Arnaud Holiday Cottages -

Holiday and short stay accommodation.

From the classic Kiwi-type bach to newly built holiday homes, we have over 25 privately owned cottages for you to choose from, most within walking distance of Lake Rotoiti.

Costing from $75.00 to $160.00 per night for up to four people, these cottages give you lovely views and / or privacy, more space, and many of the comforts of home.

For larger groups of up to 28 people, the Red Deer Lodge is also available for hire. It provides budget-priced, self-contained, bunk-style accommodation only a few minutes walk from the centre of St. Arnaud.

For more information, please click on the website icon below.

Hosts: Nigel and Sarah Calder
Phone: (03) 521 1197 or 027 441 3776
Email: info@starnaudholidaycottages.co.nz

Blechynden Bach -

Extremely private, this recently refurbished, fully self-contained cottage is conveniently located adjacent to the Black Valley Stream.

It has a king bed, plus a fold - out double bed if required.

Host: John Gendall
State Highway 63, St Arnaud
Ph: (03) 5487892
Mobile: 027 2470319
Email: j.gendall@xtra.co.nz

Woodrow Cottage -

This self-contained cottage located on a 17-hectare block at Tophouse Junction on State Highway 63, is five minutes drive from St Arnaud and Lake Rotoiti. All you need for a relaxing and peaceful get-a-way is your food.

All linen including towels are provided. Woodrow Holiday cottage is a perfect honeymoon location.
Tariff - Minimum charge for 2 adults - $95; each additional adult - $25;
children 5 to 14 - $10; preschool children free.
Discounts for periods longer than 7 days.

Woodrow Cottage, Tophouse Junction, RD2, Nelson, New Zealand
Phone: (03) 521 1212
Email: woodrow@StArnaudAccommodation.co.nz

Alpine Chalet -

Designed for the budget traveller with a choice of twin, family or bunk rooms, fully equipped kitchen, seasonal cafe & bike storage. Guests may enjoy the facilities of Alpine Lodge. Rates from $16 pp.

With a vast array of outdoor activities to choose from, take time for a change of altitude!

Alpine Chalet
St Arnaud, Nelson Lakes, New Zealand
Ph: (03) 521 1869
Fax: (03) 521 1868
Email :enquiries@alpinelodge.co.nz

Travers-Sabine Lodge -

Warm and friendly backpackers lodge 5 mins walk to Lake Rotoiti and Visitor Centre. Heated double/twin/family/share rooms. Spa pool, storage/drying room, laundry. E mail/Internet facilities. Modern kitchen and dining areas. Reading lounge, TV lounge, log fire. Tramping hire, vehicle, bicycle and gear storage. Off street parking. Come, stay a while and try some of our decadent Yellow House ice cream.

PO Box 85, St Arnaud, Nelson Lakes
Ph 03 5211887
Fax 03 5211882
Email: nelsonlakes@xtra.co.nz

DoC Camping Ground -

St Arnaud Area Office, Department of Conservation View Road, St Arnaud.
Phone: (03) 521 1806
Fax: (03) 521 1896
Email: starnaudao@doc.govt.nz

The Gowan Bank Backpackers and Homestay-

We are located only minutes away from beautiful Lake Rotoroa. Not only do we make you feel welcome and relaxed, we are happy to share our local knowledge with you.

There are many scenic walks to do, and fishing, hunting and canoeing can all be arranged. Or just chill out and relax in our boutique-style Backpackers or comfortable home.

Meals can be provided on request.

Hosts: Tony & Louise
Gowan Valley Road, Lake Rotoroa
Phone: 03 523 9962 (or just pop-in).

The Gowan River Holiday Camp -

Gowan River Holiday Camp is a small corner of our farm.  Off Gowan Valley road to Lake Rotoroa, the other side of Nelson Lakes National park, you can relax to the sounds of Gowan River which is the fastest river and the highest trout stocked river in New Zealand.

You can walk or borrow one of our bikes and head up to the lake, go fishing, borrow a pan and go gold panning or hire a kayak and paddle Lake Rotoroa for children they can use them on our dam just over the fence from your camp site, or have a relaxing time.

Tent sites, power sites and cabins are all available here and for the cooler nights we have a pot belly stove in the kitchen to warm you up.

Hosts: Paula & Nigel
Gowan River Holiday Camp
Gowan Valley Road
Lake Rotoroa
Murchison 7077
Ph: 03 523 9921

Email: gowanrvhcamp@xtra.co.nz

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