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Portage Resort Hotel

Marlborough · New Zealand

2923 Kenepuru RoadView location

8.2/10Excellent188 Reviews
Cleanliness8.6/108.6
Service8.8/108.8
Comfort8.0/108.0
Condition7.8/107.8
Location6.6/106.6
Neighborhood9.0/109.0
Value5.0/105.0
Amenities8.4/108.4
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About Portage Resort Hotel

Take advantage of recreation opportunities such as a seasonal outdoor pool or take in the view from a terrace and a garden. This hotel also features complimentary wireless internet access, concierge services, and wedding services.

Satisfy your appetite for dinner at the hotel's restaurant, Portage Resort Restaurant, or stay in and take advantage of the room service (during limited hours). Quench your thirst with your favorite drink at the bar/lounge. Cooked-to-order breakfasts are available daily from 7:00 AM to 10:00 AM for a fee.

Featured amenities include multilingual staff, luggage storage, and laundry facilities. Event facilities at this hotel consist of conference space and meeting rooms. Make yourself at home in one of the 41 guestrooms. Complimentary wireless internet access is available to keep you connected.

Private bathrooms with showers feature complimentary toiletries and hair dryers. Conveniences include desks and coffee/tea makers, and housekeeping is provided daily.

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With a stay at The Portage Resort in Portage, you'll be 20.9 mi (33.7 km) from Okiwa Bay and 21 mi (33.9 km) from Queen Charlotte Walkway. This luxury lodge is 31 mi (50 km) from Picton Museum and 31.2 mi (50.3 km) from Picton Ferry Terminal.

Make yourself at home in one of the 41 guestrooms. Complimentary wireless internet access is available to keep you connected. Private bathrooms with showers feature complimentary toiletries and hair dryers. Conveniences include desks and coffee/tea makers, and housekeeping is provided daily.

Featured amenities include multilingual staff, luggage storage, and laundry facilities. Event facilities at this lodge consist of conference space and meeting rooms.

Popular amenities

Swimming Pool
Free WiFi
Dining services
Concierge
Laundry
Entertainment
Non-smoking
Business facilities
Banquet facilities
Accessible facilities

Check-in and check-out

Check-in from 2:00 PM
Check-in until 6:00 PM
Check-out until 10:00 AM
Minimum check-in age 18

Hotel policies

On bay No rollaway/extra beds available No cribs (infant beds) available No elevators Qualmark Sustainable Tourism Business Award Professional property host/manager Pets not allowed Service animals are allowed Service animals are exempt from fees/restrictions

Cleaning and safety

Essential Travel
Essential workers only - NO

Important information

  • You need to know
    • The seasonal pool will be open from October to April.
    • Pool access available from 9 AM to 10 PM.
  • Special Instructions
    The front desk is open daily from 7 AM - 6:00 PM. If you are planning to arrive after 6:00 PM please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation. The front desk is staffed during limited hours. Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools. This property is accessible only by water taxi or helicopter. The property does not arrange transfers, guests must make their own arrangements to get to the property.
  • Instructions
    • Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
    • Government-issued photo identification and a credit card may be required at check-in for incidental charges
    • Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
    • This property accepts credit cards and debit cards; cash is not accepted
    • Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, and a first aid kit
    • This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children; if you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room
    • Please note that cultural norms and guest policies may differ by country and by property; the policies listed are provided by the property
  • Minimal age
    18
  • Optional fees
    • Fee for cooked-to-order breakfast: approximately NZD 25 to 35 per person
    • Late check-out is available for a fee (subject to availability)
    • Credit card charges are subject to a surcharge of 2.5 percent

    The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may not include tax and are subject to change.

  • Spoken Language

    English

Nearby attractions

Kenepuru Sounds 3.6 km / 2.2 mi
Lochmara Lodge Arts Centre 10.5 km / 6.5 mi
Mahakipawa Arm 27.6 km / 17.2 mi
Okiwa Bay 33.7 km / 20.9 mi
Queen Charlotte Walkway 33.9 km / 21 mi
Pelorus Sound 44.9 km / 27.9 mi
Waitohi Recreational Reserve 49.4 km / 30.7 mi
Nelson Square 49.9 km / 31 mi
Picton Museum 50 km / 31 mi
Picton War Memorial 50 km / 31.1 mi
Picton Foreshore 50 km / 31.1 mi
Picton Ferry Terminal 50.3 km / 31.2 mi
Edwin Fox Museum 50.3 km / 31.2 mi
Edwin Fox 50.3 km / 31.3 mi
Picton Harbour 50.9 km / 31.6 mi

Hotel facilities & services

Services and fees can vary. Check the selected room details and hotel policies before booking.

  • Total number of rooms: 41
  • hotel
  • Beach
  • Wheelchair-accessible
  • Car park
  • Check-in hour
  • Check-out hour
  • Wi-fi
  • Room service
  • Laundry service
  • Bicycle hire service
  • Multilingual staff
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  • Bellboy serviceExtra charge
  • Fireplace
  • Lift accessExtra charge
  • Garden
  • Terrace
  • Concierge
  • Luggage roomExtra charge
  • Private beach area
  • Café
  • Bar
  • Restaurant
  • Smoking areaExtra charge
  • Conference room
  • Meeting room
  • Indoor freshwater pool: 1
  • Outdoor freshwater pool
  • TV lounge
  • Spa centre
  • Breakfast
  • Picnic
  • Non-smoking establishment
  • Minimum check-in age: 18
  • DivingExtra charge
  • CanoeingExtra charge
  • Horse ridingExtra charge
Upon availability

Room types

These are the hotel's room types, rather than live offers. Choose your travel dates to see available rooms, prices and booking conditions. Check availability

  • DOUBLE KING SIZE BEDDOUBLE • KING SIZE BEDDBL.KG-1

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    Portage Resort Hotel

    DOUBLE KING SIZE BED

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    Occupancy
    Guests: 1–4 • Adults: max. 4 • Children: max. 3
    Room type
    DOUBLE
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    KING SIZE BED

    Adult and child limits apply within the room's total guest limit.

    Room code: DBL.KG-1

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  • DOUBLE KING SIZE BEDDOUBLE • KING SIZE BEDDBL.KG

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    Portage Resort Hotel

    DOUBLE KING SIZE BED

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    Room overview

    Occupancy
    Guests: 1–4 • Adults: max. 4 • Children: max. 3
    Room type
    DOUBLE
    View / characteristic
    KING SIZE BED

    Adult and child limits apply within the room's total guest limit.

    Room code: DBL.KG

    Limited room details from hotel

    Available rooms, prices and included facilities are confirmed after you choose your dates and rate.

  • SUITE KING SIZE BEDSUITE • KING SIZE BEDSUI.KG

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    SUITE KING SIZE BED

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    Occupancy
    Guests: 1–8 • Adults: max. 8 • Children: max. 5
    Room type
    SUITE
    View / characteristic
    KING SIZE BED

    Adult and child limits apply within the room's total guest limit.

    Room code: SUI.KG

    Limited room details from hotel

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  • DOUBLE KING BED TWO BEDROOMSDOUBLE • KING BED TWO BEDROOMSDBL.B2-KG

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    DOUBLE KING BED TWO BEDROOMS

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    Room overview

    Occupancy
    Guests: 1–4 • Adults: max. 4 • Children: max. 3
    Room type
    DOUBLE
    View / characteristic
    KING BED TWO BEDROOMS

    Adult and child limits apply within the room's total guest limit.

    Room code: DBL.B2-KG

    Limited room details from hotel

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  • TWIN STANDARDTWIN • STANDARDTWN.ST

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    TWIN STANDARD

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    Room overview

    Occupancy
    Guests: 1–4 • Adults: max. 4 • Children: max. 3
    Room type
    TWIN
    View / characteristic
    STANDARD

    Adult and child limits apply within the room's total guest limit.

    Room code: TWN.ST

    Limited room details from hotel

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Guest reviews

What other guests saying about Portage Resort Hotel

8.2
Excellent
188 Reviews
Cleanliness
8.6 /10
Service
8.8 /10
Comfort
8.0 /10
Condition
7.8 /10
Location
6.6 /10
Neighborhood
9.0 /10
Value
5.0 /10
Amenities
8.4 /10
75 reviews shown
10/10
Exceptional
12 Apr 2026
Edgar
A most magical place. Food was delicious, bar was well stocked, staff are very friendly and the vistas are spectacular, even during a cyclone!!!
10/10
Exceptional
16 Mar 2026
Sandra
Beautiful views, friendly staff, roomy accommodation. Great amenities.
Partner
10/10
Exceptional
14 Mar 2026
Stephen Joseph
This place was great and the staff were really good…. What a location!
Partner
10/10
Exceptional
11 Mar 2026
Heath
Wonderful place
8/10
Excellent
03 Mar 2026
Debra
I think it needs a bit of TLC, but the staff were lovely and very helpful. Also I think the dinner menu needs improving, as there wasn’t a lot of choice. But overall it is in a beautiful location and would definitely return
Partner
6/10
Pleasant
02 Mar 2026
Peter
The soundproofing between rooms is terrible. The guest/s staying above us made a terrible racket and was disturbing.
Shower curtains just don’t cut it anymore. The shower as a result was horrible.
Partner
10/10
Exceptional
21 Feb 2026
ivanka
Excellent location, staff and cuisine!
10/10
Exceptional
20 Feb 2026
Douglas
Clean, spacious, great views. The staff was fantastic and very helpful in making boat and hiking arrangements. Food was also quite good. Nice lounge area overlooking the bay.
Partner
10/10
Exceptional
15 Feb 2026
Kathleen
Clean and quiet. The staff was awesome!
Leisure Self
10/10
Exceptional
11 Feb 2026
AM
Staff were cheerful and wanting to make our stay enjoyable.
Leisure Partner
10/10
Exceptional
07 Feb 2026
Judith
Lovely view, great food , warm and professional staff always ready to help
Partner
10/10
Exceptional
21 Jan 2026
martine
Great staff across the board.
Got a room upgrade
Partner
10/10
Exceptional
07 Jan 2026
Gerald
Beautiful location, with great views, a lovely restaurant and good facilities.
Leisure Self
10/10
Exceptional
30 Dec 2025
Penny
Stunning scenery, beautiful restaurant and bar, fabulous friendly staff. Rooms needs a upgrade but adequate. The rooms did not take advantage of the views.
Friends_and_family Family
10/10
Exceptional
30 Dec 2025
Mireille
Great food
Have enjoy Ana liove the staff
Own thing , building starting becoming older but still clean and fonctionnal :)
Nice stay
Self
10/10
Exceptional
25 Dec 2025
Gunter
Nice view… didn’t have breakfast
10/10
Exceptional
21 Dec 2025
Michael
Stunning views and a great spot to unwind. But what truly sets this place apart is the incredible staff - friendly, professional, and always willing to go the extra mile to make your stay special. Highly recommended!
Friends_and_family Family
10/10
Exceptional
19 Dec 2025
Emma
We stayed here 8 years ago and the rooms were pretty run down . What a pleasant surprise to see they had been given a makeover !
Lamb to die for and the smoked salmon eggs Benedict was top class. Excellent friendly service and they even provided a complimentary shuttle up the hill to the start of the QC track . Wonderful!
Partner
10/10
Exceptional
15 Dec 2025
Nick
All the staff were amazing and so so friendly and professional. Fantastic service at an amazing resort in the jewel of the Marlborough Sounds.
10/10
Exceptional
14 Dec 2025
PANTIPA
Great view and a lot of nature all around. We love our stay. We saw millions of stars at night all over the sky. It was so amazing. It is the best place for star glazing.
Leisure Partner
10/10
Exceptional
12 Dec 2025
Lachlan
Comfortable rooms
Great food
Friendly staff
10/10
Exceptional
09 Dec 2025
Philippa
Gorgeous location, wonderful staff and great value for money. We’ll be back.
Leisure Friends
10/10
Exceptional
29 Nov 2025
Shona
After our longest walk on the 4 day Queen Charlotte Track, this resort was a delight to end with. The room was comfortable and the shower hot. They had a lovely bar area for a pre-dinner drink and dinner was delicious. We found the water conservation and rainwater use fascinating and applaud their efforts. We were a little concerned about the long downhill on the road to get to the lodge from the track knowing we had to go up the next day. Imagine the wonderful surprise when the front desk told us they shuttle trekkers to the track in their van. A super nice way to start as the track started with a long, steep uphill. Highly recommended
Leisure Friends
10/10
Exceptional
18 Nov 2025
Wayne
As above staff amenities, restaurant,value
Leisure Friends
10/10
Exceptional
22 Oct 2025
Jeske
Super friendly staff and great dinner
Friends_and_family Friends
10/10
Exceptional
05 May 2025
Shahnaz
Lovely property in the Marlborough Sounds, the views were exceptional with friendly and helpful staff.
Leisure Partner
10/10
Exceptional
27 Apr 2025
Matt
Grear
8/10
Excellent
27 Apr 2025
David
I rode the QCT in 3 days, and Portage was my second night in the track. The staff and food were excellent. They offer a morning shuttle for hikers to eliminate the 750m climb back to the track but DO NOT off er the same for cyclists. It’s a heck of a way to start the most difficult day of the track.
Leisure Self
10/10
Exceptional
30 Mar 2025
Ange
A gorgeous place to stay after a big hike. Amazing restaurant. Highly recommend.
Leisure Partner
10/10
Exceptional
17 Mar 2025
Tina
We loved our stay at The Portage - the staff was super friendly, the food delicious.
Leisure Partner
8/10
Excellent
07 Mar 2025
Jonathan
Prefer more rustic, but this was a nice splurge
Leisure Partner
10/10
Exceptional
19 Feb 2025
Douglas
Great staff!
Leisure Partner
10/10
Exceptional
14 Feb 2025
Angela

Very comfortable stay in a stunning spot

Wonderful stay at this hotel in a very beautiful location. The views from our balcony and the restaurant were just stunning! Excellent food for dinner and breakfast and friendly service throughout. We walked in from Punga Cove so really appreciated cooling off in the lovely clean pool. The room was spacious and comfortable with a decent coffee machine and fridge. The weather was very hot so the fan in the room was much appreciated. The team dealt efficiently with the water taxi bag transfer service.
Partner
10/10
Exceptional
24 Jan 2025
Angela

Sensational location and laidback resort

Sensational location and laidback resort. Perfect for long walk stopovers with comfy lounge and informal dining room overlooking the Sounds. Excellent food and attentive staff. Long drive in along a sealed but storm damaged road.
Partner
10/10
Exceptional
25 Dec 2024
Henrik

Excellent resort

Excellent restaurant, the room slightly basic but with superb views of the sea from the balconies. Beautiful location, nice beach and free kayaks. Friendly staff.
Friends_and_family Family
10/10
Exceptional
21 Dec 2024
Alicia

Great stay!

Great location, good service, excellent food, and beautiful views.
Partner
10/10
Exceptional
05 Dec 2024
Jodie
Very beautiful area in a cove with startlingly views from the deck.
Leisure Partner
8/10
Excellent
25 May 2024
Chris
Older property but safe, secluded with a beautiful view of Portage Bay and mountains. Rooms have a patio, but no televisions or clocks. Shower floor was slippery. One dining room and separate lounge area with fireplace. Because of major storm damage a few years ago, we were not able to drive to property, instead we needed to take a water taxi from Picton.
Leisure Partner
8/10
Excellent
31 Mar 2024
Katie
Amazing views, reception staff were very friendly and helpful, we enjoyed lovely fish & chips but were asked to leave due to number of guests wasn’t an issue for us, our luggage was left down at jetty but was quickly resolved, beds were so comfy with mattress topper after two days of biking
Leisure Family
10/10
Exceptional
11 Mar 2024
Caroline
I had such a lovely stay here. The staff were so friendly and helpful. The place was ideally placed in Marlborough sound. Easyish to get to with a pick-up service from the hotel to the quay. Great kayaking and hiking from the hotel doorstep.
Leisure Self
6/10
Pleasant
10 Mar 2024
Angelique
If you're hiking the Queen Charlotte track, the only other option after a very long Day 3 is a backpacker hostel. The Portage has its issues but it's the better option and is fine for one night.

The setting is gorgeous, like pretty much everything on the QC. The restaurant and bar, both in the main building, overlook a beautiful bay and the views are stunning. There's a terrace off the bar which is a great place to have a cold beer or glass of wine. The restaurant's pretty good and even has some decent vegetarian options. The staff were all very friendly.

A big plus was the guest laundry. We were able to wash our stinky trail clothes for $4 NZD.

Our room, however, was pretty disappointing. We stayed in one of the \"budget friendly\" Weka rooms. It was pretty bare bones, like a Motel 6 with much nicer towels and a comfy bed but without AC or a TV. There was a really grotty, stained old arm chair in one corner and the bathroom was functional but weird. There were lots of dead bugs around.

Overall, it's overpriced for what it is but for one night on the trail with cold beer, a shower and a comfy bed, it delivers.
Leisure Partner
10/10
Exceptional
17 Feb 2024
Sharyn
Beautiful views, super comfortable rooms & very friendly, helpful staff!! Highly recommend!
Leisure Partner
6/10
Pleasant
24 Jan 2024
Simon
Beautiful location, just found it a bit run down
Partner
10/10
Exceptional
11 Jan 2024
Roweida
Our stay was so peaceful. Being in the sounds was so relaxing. The staff were amazing. We are definitely going back
Leisure Partner
8/10
Excellent
05 Jan 2024
Susan
The staff at the Portage was very pleasant to interact both at the front desk as well as in the restaurant. I stayed in two different type rooms. The Korimako Sunroom (#20) had a beuatiful view of the bay. As stated on the site, this type of room does not have a deck but the view was beautiful. I appreciated that the room had two twin beds and a full bed for our group of 3 adults. The other room type we stayed in was the Kormiako Room (#41 & #42). These rooms have a nice deck to sit out on and enjoy a beautiful day but unfortunately the trees & greenery have grown up and block and view you might have while sitting on the deck. One of our two rooms also did not have a refrigerator in the room. We enjoyed our fish & chips at the restaurant on site.
Leisure Family
10/10
Exceptional
12 Oct 2023
Karen
Located in a beautiful paradise. Can’t wait to return. Staff were extremely helpful and friendly. Wonderful stay
Leisure Friends
4/10
Poor
09 Apr 2023
Kelly
Unfortunately not only did we find out there was only boat access less than 24hours of making the booking. The non refundable room couldn't supply a roll away bed for our child. Also the room was dirty. Dusty and mould on the curtains. There wasn't enough towels or toiletries. There wasn't even a bread knife to make a sandwich. The cafe is not a cafe. Coffee and stale muffins. Which we weren't offered a plate, napkin or spoon for coffees. Everything was just underwhelming. If you didn't know the place, which we didn't you had no idea where you could explore or even walk. All in all not what we anticipated for two days.
Leisure Family_with_children
8/10
Excellent
09 Apr 2023
Ken
Expedia lists your property as 6.5 km from Picton, which maybe true by helicopter but not by car. Also, I received a message about the road after I got there. Access issues should be listed upfront. Nice place to visit but it was a rough drive.
Leisure Partner
8/10
Excellent
21 Feb 2023
Susan
Seclusion was excellent. The road to the property however has been closed and we were not informed about this at the time of booking through Wotif, or at any time afterwards. Cars have to be left at Picton.
Leisure Partner
8/10
Excellent
29 Jan 2023
gary
The setting was wonderful with spectacular views from our room. Staff was friendly, efficient and accommodating. Had to use bottled water which was a bit inconvenient but not a usual occurrence. Some games and books were available but could have had a larger collection. Lounge area was comfortable and food quite delicious.
Leisure Partner
10/10
Exceptional
16 Jan 2023
Belinda
Great staff and excellent large rooms
Leisure Partner
4/10
Poor
05 Jun 2022
Richard
The staff were pleasant. If you are used to sleeping in a tent or hut, the rooms are fine but not ok for 4 star hotel. Room smelt damp, was likely due to the water and mould in the window sills/frames. Room was cold and the bathrooms, blinds etc were dirty. No cups, one odd champagne glass, two dirty miss matched teaspoons and the smallest fridge in the world. Room could be made much more welcoming with a good clean and some homely touches easily.
Leisure Partner
8/10
Excellent
18 Apr 2022
Shelley
Really enjoyed our stay here, room was great and had a large covered deck with a fantastic view. Dinner was a set menu, but was awesome and the decent serving sizes were much appreciated after a long day on the QCT. Would definitely stay here again.
Leisure Partner
8/10
Excellent
21 Mar 2022
Richard
The breakfast menu was fairly average compared to the dinner menu
Leisure Family
10/10
Exceptional
24 Jan 2022
Evelyn
A wonderful resort experience surrounded by stunning nature. Friendly staff no go the extra mile. Delicious food. Outdoor activities - nature trails, kayaks, paddle oars, swimming, badminton and more.
Leisure Partner
8/10
Excellent
22 Jan 2022
Teresa

Fabulous place to Stay

The Portage was a great place to stay. The view was awesome and the staff extremely friendly. The only negative was only having 1 restaurant open, so limiting the dining options. The kids loved the paddle boards and kayaks and pool
Friends_and_family Family
8/10
Excellent
13 Jul 2021
Verified traveler
The open fire in the public sitting area was nice to sit in front of after dinner.
Leisure Partner
8/10
Excellent
02 Jul 2021
Verified traveler
Beautiful outlook and lovely sunny facilities.
some parts are looking a little tired but friendly staff made up for this.
Lovely dinner menu, but a bit more variety in breakfast menu would be nice, ie cereal or toast??
Leisure Family
8/10
Excellent
19 Jun 2021
Verified traveler
Location
Leisure Family
10/10
Exceptional
21 May 2021
Verified traveler
The view from this hotel is stunning at all times of the day. Lovely friendly staff, excellent meals, and clean, fresh, well-presented, warm rooms. Great amenities.
Leisure Friends
8/10
Excellent
07 May 2021
Verified traveler
Location is awesome, views amazing. No TV or radio and internet connection was poor. Which is not necessarily a bad thing, good to disconnect for a few days. Board games available.
Leisure Partner
10/10
Exceptional
24 Apr 2021
Verified traveler
Fantastic spot worth the effort
Leisure Partner
10/10
Exceptional
24 Apr 2021
Verified traveler
Beautiful hotel, with first class restaurant in a stunning setting. It was so nice to arrive to a friendly face on the reception desk after a big day walking the track. Our room was clean and very comfortable with lovely high ceilings and some views of the sea. Nice that the hotel has good facilities such as bar and restaurant and we enjoyed a drink in the bar before our meal and our meal in the restaurant was excellent. Comfortable beds and quiet room. A great stay, thank you so much 😊
Leisure Family
8/10
Excellent
18 Apr 2021
Verified traveler
Location was great for relaxing.
Leisure Partner
2/10
Poor
15 Apr 2021
Allan

Not Good

The Weka room was hard to reach, on a dangerous path, poorly lit. The room was run down, badly in need of a refit, and worst of all someone had been smoking in it. There were no No Smoking signs. It was horrible to sleep in. The Lounge and Dining room were okay, but dominated by loud drunk track bikers. When the Manager rang us later he seemed to doubt the smoking.
Partner
10/10
Exceptional
06 Apr 2021
KATHY
A very welcome stay after a 24km walk through the Queen Charlotte track from Punga Cove. Lovely meal and very friendly staff.
Friends_and_family Friends
2/10
Poor
03 Apr 2021
Verified traveler
Dinner in the restaurant was a big disappointment. I ordered a chicken Ceasar salad which came with a raw egg. The salad was coated in oily parmesan cheese. It was perhaps the worst chicken Ceasar salad I have ever ordered to be perfectly honest. My partner ordered mussels which were not great either, quite a few of the shells were closed and they were quite tasteless.
The only part of the dinner which was good was the dessert, the saving grace.
Unfortunately, the $28 packed lunch we ordered for the next day's hike was also pretty bad - a sandwich with a slice of cheese, lettuce, tomato, and an inedible orange.
We also noticed a lot of flies in the restaurant and bar... really gross when you're trying to have dinner/drinks.

Overall, the staff were really friendly and welcoming so this was nice, but it's a shame that such an amazing location has such low-grade food... it was the last place we stayed at on the queen charlotte track, and it would have been good to finish it with a good impression.

I hope The Portage take this review on board and try to improve - other guests we were walking with were in complete agreement that the food was way below average, and definitely not worth the high prices.
Leisure Partner
4/10
Poor
02 Apr 2021
Verified traveler
Single-glazed windows with lots of condensation and no ventilation in bathroom and spa bath area. Heating inadequate for room. Bar and restaurant lacked adequate heating. Overall a very disappointing stay, despite the great staff!
Leisure Partner
10/10
Exceptional
31 Mar 2021
Helen

Awesome view and location

Awesome location, weather not great but views of bay beautiful and moody. Food outstanding, great service by young staff. Grounds could do with some weeding but I’m being picky
Friends_and_family Friends
10/10
Exceptional
28 Mar 2021
Verified traveler
Nice swimming pool, free to use kayaks.
Nice food, friendly staff.
Leisure Partner
8/10
Excellent
05 Mar 2021
Verified traveler
The lounge and dining area are beautifully located overlooking Keneperu Sound. The surrounding gardens are attractively landscaped.
Leisure Partner
10/10
Exceptional
11 Feb 2021
JANINE M

Good tranquil stay, hotel showing it’s age

Older hotel, on a hill so most rooms have steps or a steep hill to climb. Our room had a fenced patio (fence in need of repair). Spacious room with comfortable bed, good wifi, reasonable shower and a spa bath. No TV, though that wasn’t a problem for us, no aircon, good views of the water from the patio, but the shrubs in front of the room were too high and dense to see through. No kitchen, just tea/coffee making facilities. Not even a plate, knife, spoon if you wanted to do any meals for yourself. Restaurant is good, staff young, friendly and very professional. The food was reasonably priced, very good chef. Drinks rather expensive. Only the main restaurant was open so no options for eating elsewhere.
Partner
8/10
Excellent
02 Jan 2021
Teresa

Beautiful quiet spot in beautiful Marlborough

My daughter and I stayed a night here in early January. On the whole the service was great, and the evening meal at the hotel restaurant was delicious. Just one tip,I would suggest to the wait staff that a drinks menu should be brought at the same time as the food menu. It took a while to get hold of one.
No TVs in the rooms so load up your ipads etc. if you like to watch a bit of telly before you go to sleep.
Friends_and_family Family
10/10
Exceptional
01 Jan 2021
Verified traveler
Great hotel on the sound. Very close to the Queen Charlotte track. Can do hikes or biking from there. They also have kayaks. Great views from our private deck. Really enjoyed our stay there over Christmas - It was the perfect holiday. The staff seems to work very hard to ensure everyone is happy. Highly recommended.

A small note about the drive to the hotel: if you get nauseous on winding roads, it’s highly recommended you take a Dramamine pill ahead of time (if you’re the passenger) or be the driver as it helps a bit.
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10/10
Exceptional
15 Mar 2020
Verified traveler

QC Track

Biked Queen Charlotte track and had a very enjoyable and relaxing evening at The Portage.
Beautiful setting and very comfortable bed for tired bodies
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Portage Resort Hotel
2923 Kenepuru Road, Portage, New Zealand

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