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Just 15 minutes by boat from Picton, The Portage Resort offers rooms with a private balcony or patio and features stunning views of the Marlborough Sounds.You can relax by the outdoor pool, go fishing from the beach or rocks, hike the Queen Charlotte track, or simply unwind on the grassed areas that surround the hotel. All rooms come with en suite bathrooms and tea/coffee making facilities. The Korimako rooms/units and the Tui Terrace rooms have beautiful views over Kenepuru Sound. Portage Restaurant, Cafe & Bar features contemporary New Zealand cuisine and excellent views over the water and is open daily. Snapper Bar & Eatery offers casual waterfront dining for breakfast, lunch or dinner. Local activities can be booked on your behalf including sea kayaking, mussel tours and winery tours from out of Picton.

Couples particularly like the location — they rated it 9.4 for a two-person trip.

Distance in property description is calculated using © OpenStreetMap

Property highlights

Top location: Highly rated by recent guests (9.5)

Breakfast info

Full English/Irish, Vegetarian, Vegan, Gluten-free


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Availability

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Room type
Number of guests
 
1 extra-large double bed
or
2 single beds
1 extra-large double bed
2 single beds
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1 extra-large double bed
1 single bed
1 single bed
1 extra-large double bed
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Guest reviews

Categories:

Staff
9.2
Facilities
8.2
Cleanliness
8.9
Comfort
9.0
Value for money
8.0
Location
9.5
High score for Portage

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Guests who stayed here loved

  • Melissa
    Switzerland Switzerland
    The staff made every effort for us. The food was excellent and the location spectacular.
  • Jannie
    New Zealand New Zealand
    Great location with breathtaking views! Stayed comfortably! Loved the kayaking!
  • Janet
    New Zealand New Zealand
    Quietly beautiful setting and a really nice vibe among the staff. Excellent service at reception and in the bar and restaurant. My room was large, sunny and well designed with a balcony facing the bay, privacy protected so I could safely leave...
  • Mick
    New Zealand New Zealand
    Lovely peaceful and relaxing location with great staff.
  • Jeffery
    New Zealand New Zealand
    Views great, dinner had limited but good choices, rooms suited our party makeup, peaceful
  • Bente
    United Kingdom United Kingdom
    Staff were so helpful and lovely! Amazing location, even if you’re not doing the full Queen Charlotte Track. Lots to do around and stunning views.
  • Lynn
    New Zealand New Zealand
    Loved the location, and great place to stay when doing the Queen Charlotte Track. Also when power went out, we were well looked after. Wonderful food in the restaurant.
  • Jennifer
    Ireland Ireland
    Exceptional stay, stunning views. staff were extremely friendly and helpful 10/10.
  • Helen
    New Zealand New Zealand
    The views were amazing and the meal was good at the restaurant. It was a convenient stop on our bike trip.
  • Natalie
    Australia Australia
    Such a comfortable place to stay in a spectacular location. We stayed as a group of 6, in two rooms. Everyone raved about how well they slept and how comfy the beds were and how beautiful the view from each room was. The staff were exceptional. ...

Hotel surroundings

Restaurants
1 restaurant on site

  • THE PORTAGE RESTAURANT & BAR
    • Cuisine
      American • Seafood • Local • Asian • European
    • Open for
      Breakfast • Lunch • Dinner
    • Ambiance
      Family friendly
    • Dietary options
      Vegetarian • Vegan • Gluten-free • Dairy-free

Facilities of The Portage Resort

Most popular facilities

  • Outdoor swimming pool
  • Restaurant
  • WiFi
  • Beachfront
  • Non-smoking rooms
  • Family rooms
  • Tea/coffee maker in all rooms
  • Bar
  • Private beach area
  • Breakfast

Bathroom

  • Toilet paper
  • Towels
  • Bath or shower
  • Private bathroom
  • Toilet
  • Free toiletries
  • Hairdryer
  • Shower

Bedroom

  • Linen

Outdoors

  • Picnic area
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Beachfront
  • Private beach area

Kitchen

  • Electric kettle

Activities

  • Beach
  • Cycling
    Off-site
  • Hiking
    Off-site
  • Canoeing
    Additional charge
  • Fishing
    Off-site

Food & Drink

  • Coffee house on site
  • Wine/champagne
    Additional charge
  • Kid meals
    Additional charge
  • Special diet menus (on request)
  • Snack bar
  • Bar
  • Restaurant
  • Tea/Coffee maker

Internet
WiFi is available in public areas and charges are applicable.

Parking
No parking available.

Services

  • Shuttle service
  • Daily housekeeping
  • Concierge service
  • Luggage storage
  • Fax/photocopying
  • Tour desk
  • Packed lunches
  • Meeting/banquet facilities
    Additional charge

Safety & security

  • Fire extinguishers
  • CCTV in common areas
  • Smoke alarms
  • Key access

General

  • Non-smoking throughout
  • Heating
  • Carpeted
  • Family rooms
  • Non-smoking rooms

Outdoor swimming pool
Free!

  • Open all year
  • All ages welcome
  • Sun loungers or beach chairs

Wellness

  • Sun loungers or beach chairs

Languages spoken

  • English

House rules
The Portage Resort takes special requests - add in the next step!

Check-in
From 14:00 to 19:00
Guests are required to show a photo identification and credit card upon check-in
You'll need to let the property know in advance what time you'll arrive.
Check-out
From 07:00 to 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.
Curfew
Entry to the property will be closed between the hours of 22:30 and 05:00
Children and beds

Child policies

Children of any age are welcome.

Children 13 years and above will be charged as adults at this property.

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

0 - 2 years
Cot upon request
NZD 25 per child, per night

Prices for cots are not included in the total price, and will have to be paid for separately during your stay.

The number of cots allowed is dependent on the option you choose. Please check your selected option for more information.

There are no extra beds available at this property.

All cots are subject to availability.

No age restriction
There is no age requirement for check-in
Pets
Pets are not allowed.
Groups
When booking more than 5 rooms, different policies and additional supplements may apply.
Cards accepted at this hotel
VisaMastercardEftposCash is not accepted

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

Please note that there is a non-refundable 2.5% charge when you pay with a Visa or Mastercard" credit card.

Guests under the age of 18 can only check in with a parent or official guardian. The legal guardian must provide a current photo ID or proof of guardianship if requested upon check-in.

Guests are required to show a photo identification and credit card upon check-in. Please note that all Special Requests are subject to availability and additional charges may apply.

Please inform The Portage Resort 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 Portage Resort

  • Yes, this hotel has a pool. Find out the details about the pool and other facilities on this page.

  • Check-in at The Portage Resort is from 14:00, and check-out is until 10:00.

  • Room options at The Portage Resort include:

    • Twin/Double
    • Apartment
    • Studio
  • The Portage Resort is 100 yards from the centre of Portage. All distances are measured in straight lines. Actual travel distances may vary.

  • Guests staying at The Portage Resort can enjoy a highly-rated breakfast during their stay (guest review score: 7.5).

    Breakfast option(s) include:

    • Full English/Irish
    • Vegetarian
    • Vegan
    • Gluten-free
    • À la carte
  • The Portage Resort has 1 restaurant:

    • THE PORTAGE RESTAURANT & BAR
  • The prices at The Portage Resort may vary depending on your stay (e.g. dates you select, hotel's policy etc.). See the prices by entering your dates.

  • The Portage Resort offers the following activities / services (charges may apply):

    • Cycling
    • Hiking
    • Fishing
    • Canoeing
    • Beachfront
    • Beach
    • Private beach area
    • Swimming Pool