10 Lodges in South Pacific: Best hotel deals for 2023
Discover the best Lodges in South Pacific including Whitsunday Sands Resort, Moss Hotel, Mt Cook Lakeside Retreat, Kookaburra Inn, Lake Taupo Lodge, Queens Beach Tourist Village, Milford Sound Lodge, Lime Tree Lodge, Heritage Lodge in the Daintree, Fiordland Lodge.
1. Whitsunday Sands Resort
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 240 reviews
Whitsunday Sands Resort is uniquely located on its own private peninsula engulfed by the crystal turquoise waters of the Great Barrier Reef. This unique position affords all residents with there own private access to two separate, magnificent beaches. On the eastern side of the resort is Horseshoe Bay, rated as one of the top beaches in Australia’s whilst on the western side is the picturesque Greys Bay. We offer Ocean view rooms, Apartments, Studio and Ocean Twin rooms for overnight, weekend, weekly or more, set amongst acres of beautiful landscaped gardens and breath taking views. It's like an Island on the Mainland! Paradise has never been so easy and affordable.
Amazing Views and position
Reviewed By stephends2016Repeat clients and definitely our go to place in Bowen. Terrific position, views, quite, very clean and the staff are always helpful. There are 2 great restaurants only a very short walk away. The beaches in Bowen are a undiscovered paradise by many.
2. Moss Hotel
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 319 reviews
Moss Hotel Is a hidden retreat above the bustling Salamanca Place, tucked within the original warehouses, once home to traders, whalers, publicans, gentlemen and convicts.
Tastefully decorated rooms making for memorable stay
Reviewed By shi-ling-kouSuch a chic and memorable hotel with a luxurious but easy going feel. Perfect balance between modern and natural decorations. Comfortable and clean rooms. Friendly staff. Great location right outside Salamanca Markets and near fun restaurants.
3. Mt Cook Lakeside Retreat
Overall Ratings
5 based on 233 reviews
We provide two luxury accommodation options: The 2 bedroom luxury Villa and Private Spa including sauna, hot tub, workout room and massage room (breakfast included). The Villa is private and romantic and set in one of the world's most picturesque locations. Meal options available; The 2 bedroom Pukaki Homestead where you will enjoy hosted bed and breakfast accommodation (breakfast included) with unsurpassed views and warm kiwi hospitality. Meal options available.
Paradise *5 Stars*
Reviewed By Louise SHad a most idyllic 3 night stay here with family. The villas are absolutely stunning and love the open fireplace and hot spa outside under the stars. The food was brilliant under the competent chef Rafa. Also had a cooking demonstration and learnt so much, a delicious venison meal with panda cotta to follow,To top it off, it was our birthday and Rafa made a beautiful birthday cake to celebrate. Luke was a most gracious host and full of enthusiasm. We loved the astronomy evening with him with a glass of port. A true delight and 5 star experience.If you have any special requests they will try their best to accomodate. A perfect place for a wedding!!
4. Kookaburra Inn
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 337 reviews
Nestled within the peaceful surrounds of inner Spring Hill, the Kookaburra Inn is a unique experience in the heart of beautiful Brisbane, Australia. Travellers alike have enjoyed the serene grounds of the Kookaburra Inn for many years, whether they are relaxing in one of the courtyards, enjoying the secluded privacy of the inn or simply enjoying the may ammenities that make the Inn a little more homely. The quiet leafy surrounds is the perfect place to unwind and enjoy the rest of a guest house with the convenience of a local capital city. Alternatively, you’re located in the heart of the River City and you can explore the many attractions that Brisbane has to offer, all while calling the Kookaburra your home base! Come and enjoy this unique atmosphere as we provide that little something special for your home away from home…
Quiet and affordable Inn at the heart of Brisbane
Reviewed By elenarL3070FLSean is very respectful and helpful host. rooms are cozy and clean, as well as toilets. Place is clean and well maintained. Must book place ahead of time as it is always full. Will definitely be back again.
5. Lake Taupo Lodge
Overall Ratings
5 based on 395 reviews
Lake Taupo Lodge offers 5 star luxury accommodation with dinner by arrangement. The focus is on gracious living and the six guest suites are luxurious examples of world class accommodation.This award winning, luxury bed & breakfast lodge is a designer’s delight. Inspired by Frank Lloyd Wright, it is set within magnificent landscaped gardens overlooking beautiful Lake Taupo and the mountains.Lake Taupo Lodge prides itself in the care and attention that we put into our guests. From the moment you arrive you can relax and let us look after you in style and comfort.This is a large (10,000 sqm) multi faceted property with each room having its own lounge area as well as the large main lounge and dining areas.
Outstanding!
Reviewed By jonotherefGary and Shirley were outstanding hosts and we loved being treated like royalty. The lodge has incredible views of the lake and the gardens are a joy to spend time in. We loved our stay so much and our room was clean and luxurious. This was truly a five star experience and we would so like to come back again.
6. Queens Beach Tourist Village
Overall Ratings
5 based on 135 reviews
Queens Beach Tourist Village invites you to enjoy its seven acres of garden sites located just a short stroll to a beautiful sandy beach, playgrounds, concrete walking/running track with exercise equipment along it, a seaside golf course, tennis courts, lawn bowls, clubs, medical centre, cinemas, hotel, takeaway and convenience store. We have got it all at our finger tips. Getaway for a while. Stay in one of our as new 3.5 and 4-Star rated self-contained ensuite cabins or bring your own caravan or camping gear and enjoy our spacious sites. Relax and refresh in or around our crystal clear swimming pool or in the cool of a shady tree. For our corporate customers, the park cabins offer a relaxed atmosphere amidst tropical surrounds. Make one your home away from home. You can self-cater or walk through to the adjoining Queens Beach Hotel for a selection of fine food and beverages. The hotel also offers convenient corporate facilities such as a large conference room with catering.
Best of Bowen
Reviewed By Kim NQuiet, exceptionally clean, staff are friendly and helpful, both pool areas are cool and inviting. Cabins were roomy, very clean and had everything we needed for our weeks stay. Close to town without the noise. I loved the hedges dividing each unit a bit of privacy which was unexpected in a tourist park. The gardens are exceptionally well maintained with an abundance of flowering plants and a variety of natives. Would definitely recommend staying here, I know we will everytime we're in Bowen.
7. Milford Sound Lodge
Overall Ratings
4 based on 1372 reviews
It is simply not possible to fully experience Milford Sound in a day trip... Stay in Milford to enjoy its pure beauty after the day tripping crowds leave and before they arrive. Just 5 minutes drive from Milford Sound cruise boats, Milford Sound Lodge is ideally located. With picture perfect views of the Cleddau River and surrounding mountains, activity bookings on site, and a cafe and a shop, you won’t find a better base for your time in Fiordland. Choose accommodation that suits your needs – from award winning Premium Chalets to our Rainforest Campervan Sites – and let our friendly staff help you make the most of your time in this World Heritage site. There is so much to do: boat cruises, kayaking, walking and sightseeing, or relaxing and soaking in the beauty of your surroundings. You won’t regret treating yourself to an overnight stay in Milford Sound.
Enchanting Milford Sound Lodge
Reviewed By annabT6161SKThis has to be one of the best hotels in New Zealand. It doesn't really "have" to be because it is literally the only hotel in Milford Sound. It could be a one star bunkhouse, and people would still stay there for people to avoid 5 hours of driving time to their Milford Sound visit. But NO❕The people at Milford Sound Lodge have made this place AMAZING❕ The staff, across the board, without exception, is the epitome of gracious hospitality. The rooms are spacious, comfortable, and modern with views you will never forget. The restaurant has some of the best food we've experienced in Oceania. Breakfast is delivered to your room every morning and cannot be missed. Special thanks to Valentina and Becky for your exceptional hospitality.
8. Lime Tree Lodge
Overall Ratings
5 based on 196 reviews
Lime Tree Lodge Delight
Reviewed By PHW122019Excellent accommodation. Super staff. Delicious food. Dinner prepared by a young chef who brought in the ingredients and prepared a delicious meal while we chatted with fellow guestd. Recommended as a must stay if visiting this part of NZ. Private patios and beautiful gardens just 2 of the many bonuses.
9. Heritage Lodge in the Daintree
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 303 reviews
Step back in time and experience the magic of the 'Heritage Lodge in the Daintree'. Only two hours North of Cairns and just over an hour from Port Douglas, this is the only place in the world where two world heritage listed National Parks meet. This section of the Daintree rainforest, is where the world's most ancient rainforest, meets the Great Barrier Reef. Heritage Lodge is a 3 1/2 star small unique lodge featuring 20 Rainforest cabins set within the quite serenity of the Daintree Rainforest. Sit back, relax on your own private balcony to enjoy nature at its best. Our Restaurant "On the Turps" will tantalise your tastebuds using quality local produce, overlooking the beautiful Cooper Creek and the lodge swimming pool amongst the tropical gardens and rainforest surroundings. Open for Breakfast, Lunch and Dinner daily. The Heritage Lodge in the Daintree, offers personalised service in a magical and rejuvenating environment. Staying at the Lodge is more then just a holiday, it is an experience!
Great Location
Reviewed By X3809ZFcathyrA secluded spot in a beautiful part of the world. We stayed for 2 nights and enjoyed the experience. Pros: nice welcome, lovely grounds, good restaurant with great food, happy hour, nice breakfast included in the price, bug spray in the room, no wifi or mobile reception. Cons: rooms are tired, room lighting not great, mosquito's the size of houses and plenty of them, no phone/wifi, thin walls (we could hear our neighbours TV very clearly). We enjoyed our stay in the rainforest and knew in advance that the tropical mozzies and the damp would be present no matter where we stayed. The staff were lovely. I'd recommend the Lodge as long as you don't expect the Hilton.
10. Fiordland Lodge
Overall Ratings
5 based on 409 reviews
Not What I Expected
Reviewed By Mickey123146Disappointing. The thing I was looking forward to most was the food as the reviews and photos looked very good. Also, their sample menu looked amazing. Many choices per course. But this is not the reality, they are only doing a set menu per evening with only one choice per course. We did not like some of the ingredients in two of the courses and therefore did not enjoy them. I feel they need to remove the sample menu from their website, as it is misleading and they should tell people when they book a package deal (accommodation and dinner) that dinner is a set menu with one item per course. Considering there is only one choice I feel they should not be charging $90 per person. Also the eggs benedict my partner ordered in the morning looked like it was a child's portion and had very little salmon. What made this experience worse for me was the fact that it was my 50th birthday so I was hoping for something special. Hopefully when they start serving dinner again in the spring that they will have more choices available. The lodge and the rooms were very comfortable and cozy.
