Beachfront · Private Beach

The Portage Resort

2923 Kenepuru Road, Portage, 7282 Portage, New Zealand
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The Portage Resort

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Scored 8.4
8.4
Rated very good
Very Good
203 reviews

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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 private 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 in particular like the location – they rated it 9.4 for a two-person trip.

Distance in property description is calculated using © OpenStreetMap

Most popular amenities

  • Outdoor swimming pool
  • Non-smoking rooms
  • Restaurant
  • Wifi
  • Beachfront
  • Family rooms
  • Tea/Coffee Maker in All Rooms
  • Bar
  • Private beach area
  • Breakfast

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 king bed
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2 twin beds
1 king bed
2 twin beds
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1 king bed
1 twin bed
1 twin bed
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Guest reviews

Categories:

Staff
9.3
Facilities
8.3
Cleanliness
9.0
Comfort
9.0
Value for money
8.0
Location
9.5
High score for Portage

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Guests who stayed here loved

  • Miles
    United States United States
    “Nice bed. Good pillows good hot water and water pressure Free shuttle back up the hill to the queen charlotte track”
  • Vivienne
    Australia Australia
    “Complimentary morning shuttle up the hill to start of Queen Charlotte track was greatly appreciated.”
  • Gary
    United States United States
    “The room we got after we complained about our first room was large and comfortable with a lovely deck and comfortable bed. Restaurant was good.”
  • Clarkson
    New Zealand New Zealand
    “The hotel is under new management and I could not fault it. The staff were welcoming, attentive and super friendly. The reception and restaurant area looked newly renovated and was modern and fresh. My meal in the restaurant was very tasty. The...”
  • Santhosh
    New Zealand New Zealand
    “The view was spectacular, both from our room and the lounge/dining area. The lounge is cosy and welcoming, with a nice wood fire. Staff were friendly and helpful. We were also allowed a late checkout.”
  • Susan
    United Kingdom United Kingdom
    “Great location close to Queen Charlotte track - they even picked us up from the track. Gave us a free upgrade to a room with an amazing view, and dinner was excellent”
  • Samantha
    New Zealand New Zealand
    “Loved the pool and views. Staff were lovely. Food was great. Bed was great.”
  • Victoria
    New Zealand New Zealand
    “Amazing setting and comfortable for our family. Loved the kayaks and paddleboards. Restaurant food was yummy”
  • Sarah
    Australia Australia
    “Absolutely spectacular setting. Beautiful lodge overlooking the sound made for a perfect place for a glass of wine and game of cards. Rooms and grounds of the resort could benefit from a refresh however it was clean, comfortable and staff...”
  • Melissa
    Switzerland Switzerland
    “The staff made every effort for us. The food was excellent and the location spectacular.”

Hotel area info

Restaurants
1 Restaurant On Site

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

Amenities of The Portage Resort
Great facilities! Review score, 8.3

Most popular amenities

  • Outdoor swimming pool
  • Non-smoking rooms
  • Restaurant
  • Wifi
  • Beachfront
  • Family rooms
  • Tea/Coffee Maker in All Rooms
  • Bar
  • Private beach area
  • Breakfast

Bathroom

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

Bedroom

  • Linens

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
  • Kids' meals
    Additional charge
  • Special diet meals (on request)
  • Snack bar
  • Bar
  • Restaurant
  • Tea/Coffee maker

Internet
Wifi is available in public areas and charges apply.

Parking
No parking available.

Services

  • Shuttle service
  • Daily housekeeping
  • Concierge
  • Baggage 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

  • Smoke-free property
  • Heating
  • Carpeted
  • Family rooms
  • Non-smoking rooms

Outdoor swimming pool
Free!

  • Open all year
  • All ages welcome
  • Beach chairs/Loungers

Spa

  • Beach chairs/Loungers

Languages Spoken

  • English

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

Check-in
From 2:00 PM to 7:00 PM
Guests are required to show a photo ID and credit card at check-in.
You need to let the property know what time you'll be arriving in advance.
Check-out
From 7:00 AM to 10:00 AM
Cancellation/ prepayment
Cancellation and prepayment policies vary according to accommodation type. Enter your stay dates and check the conditions of your selected option.
Curfew
The entrance to the property is closed between 22:30 and 05:00
Children & Beds

Child policies

Children of all ages are welcome.

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

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

Crib and extra bed policies

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

Prices for cribs aren't included in the total price. They'll have to be paid for separately during your stay.

The number of cribs allowed depends on the option you choose. Check your selected option for more info.

There are no extra beds available at this property.

All cribs are subject to availability.

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

The fine print
Must-know information for guests at this property

Please note that there is a nonrefundable 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 ID 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 of your expected arrival time in advance. You can use the Special Requests box when booking, or contact the property directly using the contact details in your confirmation.

FAQs about The Portage Resort

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

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

  • Room options at The Portage Resort include:

    • Twin/Double
    • Apartment
    • Studio

  • 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, hotel's policy etc.). To see prices, enter your dates.

  • The Portage Resort is 350 feet from the center of Portage. All distances are measured in straight lines. Actual travel distances may vary.

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

  • Check-in at The Portage Resort is from 2:00 PM, and check-out is until 10:00 AM.