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The Lazy Shag Lodge in Kaikoura has a garden and a terrace. The hostel features a shared lounge. All rooms at The Lodge have private toilet and shower. The Lodge has a log burner, shared kitchen and garden/deck.

Couples particularly like the location — they rated it 8.7 for a two-person trip.

Distance in property description is calculated using © OpenStreetMap

Property highlights

Top location: Highly rated by recent guests (8.8)

Free private parking available on-site


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Availability

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Room type
Number of guests
 
1 large double bed
1 single bed
1 single bed
1 single bed
1 single bed
2 single beds
1 double bed
and
4 bunk beds
1 double bed
1 double bed
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Guest reviews

Categories:

Staff
8.9
Facilities
7.8
Cleanliness
8.3
Comfort
8.1
Value for money
8.4
Location
8.8
Free WiFi
7.5

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Guests who stayed here loved

  • Beatrice
    Germany Germany
    Best host I have had for many, many years, very nice spacious common rooms including kitchen, the backyard very idyllic and very good central location without being really central. Very clean and great service
  • Smith
    New Zealand New Zealand
    Was a comfortable stay. It was Warm as it had turned cold and wet. Well presented. Very friendly staff excellent communication. Great stay as it was unplanned and last minute
  • Clifton
    New Zealand New Zealand
    Yet another great stay at the Lazy Shag lodge had the same room as our last stay was so good will definitely be back again
  • Amanda
    New Zealand New Zealand
    We had a family room and it had heaps of space and separate toilet and shower in the room. Kitchen had good facilities and a good common area.
  • Michelle
    South Africa South Africa
    We stayed 3 nights in a family room. The rooms are very basic but that's what we paid for. It is clean and the kitchen had everything we needed. Plenty of fridge space. Location is perfect.we walked to the beach, restaurants and town. Couldn't...
  • Richard
    United Kingdom United Kingdom
    Good value, surprisingly quiet room and very helpful staff.
  • Sharon
    New Zealand New Zealand
    Friendly welcome, good outlook and comfortable bed.
  • Mercedes
    Australia Australia
    I loved the laidback Ness of it, the location and the cafe next door
  • Ariana
    New Zealand New Zealand
    Loved the space and was a good place to have a friends and family accomendation
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    Noel
    New Zealand New Zealand
    Great place for breaking up a Blenheim to Christchurch trip

Property surroundings

Facilities of The Lazy Shag Lodge

Most popular facilities

  • Free parking
  • Free WiFi
  • Non-smoking rooms
  • Family rooms

Bathroom

  • Toilet paper
  • Private bathroom
  • Toilet
  • Shower

Bedroom

  • Linen

Outdoors

  • Picnic area
  • Sun terrace
  • Terrace
  • Garden

Kitchen

  • Shared kitchen

Activities

  • Beach
  • Snorkelling
    Additional chargeOff-site

Internet
WiFi is available in public areas and is free of charge.

Parking
Free private parking is possible on site (reservation is not needed).

    Services

    • Shared lounge/TV area
    • Private check-in/check-out

    Entertainment and family services

    • Board games/puzzles
    • Books, DVDs, or music for children

    Safety & security

    • Fire extinguishers
    • Smoke alarms
    • Key access

    General

    • Designated smoking area
    • Heating
    • Carpeted
    • Family rooms
    • Non-smoking rooms

    Languages spoken

    • English

    House rules
    The Lazy Shag Lodge takes special requests - add in the next step!

    Check-in
    From 12:00 to 19:00
    You'll need to let the property know in advance what time you'll arrive.
    Check-out
    Until 10:00
    Cancellation/ prepayment
    Cancellation and prepayment policies vary according to accommodation type. Please enter the dates of your stay and check the conditions of your required option.
    Children and beds

    Child policies

    Children of any age are welcome.

    To see correct prices and occupancy information, please add the number of children in your group and their ages to your search.

    Cot and extra bed policies

    Cots and extra beds are not available at this property.

    No age restriction
    There is no age requirement for check-in
    Pets
    Pets are not allowed.
    Cash only
    This property only accepts cash payments.

    The fine print
    Need-to-know information for guests at this property

    Please inform The Lazy Shag Lodge in advance of your expected arrival time. You can use the Special Requests box when booking, or contact the property directly with the contact details provided in your confirmation.

    FAQs about The Lazy Shag Lodge

    • Room options at The Lazy Shag Lodge include:

      • Double
      • Bed in Dormitory
      • Single
      • Twin
      • Family
      • Studio
    • The nearest beach is just 0.7 miles from The Lazy Shag Lodge. All distances are measured in straight lines. Actual travel distances may vary.

    • The Lazy Shag Lodge is 550 yards from the centre of Kaikoura. All distances are measured in straight lines. Actual travel distances may vary.

    • Check-in at The Lazy Shag Lodge is from 12:00, and check-out is until 10:00.

    • The prices at The Lazy Shag Lodge may vary depending on your stay (e.g. dates you select, hotel's policy etc.). See the prices by entering your dates.

    • The Lazy Shag Lodge offers the following activities / services (charges may apply):

      • Snorkelling
      • Beach