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Rimu Lodge

West Coast · New Zealand

33 Seddons Terrace Road, RimuView location

10.0/10Excellent88 Reviews
Cleanliness10.0/1010.0
Service10.0/1010.0
Comfort9.8/109.8
Condition10.0/1010.0
Location10.0/1010.0
Neighborhood9.2/109.2
Amenities10.0/1010.0
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About Rimu Lodge

Located on New Zealand's West Coast, Rimu Lodge is a purpose built boutique lodge accommodation situated just a ten minute drive from Hokitika and its award winning cafes, and unique tourism attractions. Architecturally designed, each guest room takes maximum advantage of the wonderful views.

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Located in Ruatapu, Rimu Lodge is in a rural location, within a 10-minute drive of Hokitika Clock Tower and Te Waipounamu Maori Heritage Centre. This luxury lodge is 5.3 mi (8.6 km) from William Steyn Stonepainter and 5.4 mi (8.7 km) from The Gold Room.

Make yourself at home in one of the 4 guestrooms featuring refrigerators. Your pillowtop bed comes with down comforters and Egyptian cotton sheets. Rooms have private balconies. Complimentary wireless internet access is available to keep you connected. Private bathrooms with showers feature designer toiletries and hair dryers.

Featured amenities include dry cleaning/laundry services, luggage storage, and laundry facilities. Free self parking is available onsite.

Popular amenities

Free WiFi
Parking available
Concierge
Laundry
Entertainment
Non-smoking

Check-in and check-out

Check-in from 3:00 PM
Check-in until 8:00 PM
Check-out until 10:00 AM
Minimum check-in age 15

Hotel policies

No rollaway/extra beds available No cribs (infant beds) available No elevators Minimum guest age is 13 Qualmark Sustainable Tourism Business Award Caters to adults only No front desk Professional property host/manager Pets not allowed

Cleaning and safety

Sanitization
Contactless check-in is available Contactless check-out is available
Essential Travel
Essential workers only - NO

Important information

  • You need to know
    • This property's policy is to refuse certain bookings for the purpose of group events or parties, including pre-wedding stag/bachelor and hen/bachelorette parties.
    • Guests under 13 years old are not permitted at this adults-only property.
    • Only registered guests are allowed in the guestrooms.
    • Contactless check-in and contactless check-out are available.
  • Special Instructions
    There is no front desk at this property. This property doesn't offer after-hours check-in. The host will greet guests on arrival. Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools.
  • Instructions
    • Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
    • Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card, or cash deposit 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
    • The name on the credit card used at check-in to pay for incidentals must be the primary name on the guestroom reservation
    • This property accepts credit cards; cash is not accepted
    • Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a security system, 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
  • Minimal age
    15
  • Spoken Language

    English

Nearby attractions

Hokitika Clock Tower 8.5 km / 5.3 mi
Te Waipounamu Maori Heritage Centre 8.5 km / 5.3 mi
William Steyn Stonepainter 8.6 km / 5.3 mi
The Gold Room 8.7 km / 5.4 mi
Westland Greenstone Ltd 8.7 km / 5.4 mi
Hokitika Glass Studio 8.7 km / 5.4 mi
National Kiwi Centre 8.8 km / 5.5 mi
Westland Industrial Heritage Park 8.8 km / 5.5 mi
Hokitika Museum 8.8 km / 5.5 mi
Hokitika Beach 9.2 km / 5.7 mi
Westcoast Treetop Walk 9.3 km / 5.8 mi
Sunset Point 9.5 km / 5.9 mi
Glow Worm Dell 9.8 km / 6.1 mi
Hokitika Lighthouse 9.9 km / 6.1 mi
Glowworm Dell 9.9 km / 6.1 mi

Hotel facilities & services

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

  • Total number of rooms: 4
  • lodge
  • Wheelchair-accessible
  • Car park
  • Check-in hour
  • Check-out hour
  • Wi-fi
  • Room serviceExtra charge
  • Laundry service
  • Bicycle hire serviceExtra charge
  • Bellboy serviceExtra charge
  • Hotel safeExtra charge
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  • Lift accessExtra charge
  • Garden
  • Terrace
  • Luggage room
  • Clothes dryer
  • Bar
  • Breakfast
  • Non-smoking establishment
  • Minimum check-in age: 15
Meal plans

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BED AND BREAKFAST

Breakfast is included with your stay.

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Room types

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

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    DOUBLE KING SIZE BED

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    Room overview

    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 or Twin STANDARDDouble or Twin • STANDARDDBT.ST

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    Double or Twin STANDARD

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    Room overview

    Occupancy
    Guests: 1–6 • Adults: max. 6 • Children: max. 3
    Room type
    Double or Twin
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    STANDARD

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

    Room code: DBT.ST

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  • DOUBLE Accessible KING SIZE BEDDOUBLE • Accessible KING SIZE BEDDBL.H6-KG

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    Rimu Lodge

    DOUBLE Accessible KING SIZE BED

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    Room overview

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

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

    Room code: DBL.H6-KG

    Limited room details from hotel

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

  • DOUBLE KING SIZE BEDDOUBLE • KING SIZE BEDDBL.KG

    Photos are not available for this room type.

    Rimu Lodge

    DOUBLE KING SIZE BED

    Room photos

    Photos are not available for this room type.

    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.

  • Double or Twin KING SIZE BEDDouble or Twin • KING SIZE BEDDBT.KG

    Photos are not available for this room type.

    Rimu Lodge

    Double or Twin KING SIZE BED

    Room photos

    Photos are not available for this room type.

    Room overview

    Occupancy
    Guests: 1–6 • Adults: max. 6 • Children: max. 3
    Room type
    Double or Twin
    View / characteristic
    KING SIZE BED

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

    Room code: DBT.KG

    Limited room details from hotel

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

Guest reviews

What other guests saying about Rimu Lodge

10.0
Excellent
88 Reviews
Cleanliness
10.0 /10
Service
10.0 /10
Comfort
9.8 /10
Condition
10.0 /10
Location
10.0 /10
Neighborhood
9.2 /10
Amenities
10.0 /10
50 reviews shown
10/10
Exceptional
25 Mar 2026
Todd
Beautiful place and owner is amazing person
10/10
Exceptional
22 Mar 2026
Silvia
Excellent hosting offering educated details of the region. Attention to detail. An exclusive place to unwind.
Partner
10/10
Exceptional
09 Mar 2025
Margery

A Gem of a Place to Stay

This was an absolutely fantastic place to stay. What a gem! Sue Ellen could not have been more welcoming - even making a dinner reservation for us and updating the restaurant because we were running late.
Rimu Lodge is delightful. The rooms are large, contemporary yet cosy, beautifully decorated and with lots of little touches such as a turn down service, exquisite bathroom products and fine quality chocolate treats to welcome you. The super king bed was extremely comfortable and my husband and I slept like tops!
Our room opened out onto a gorgeous veranda where, weather permitting, you can stargaze at night and relax during the day.
We arrived too late for the welcome happy hour drinks to meet our host and other guests, but this was another lovely touch.
Breakfast was divine. High quality ingredients, fresh fruits and pastries plus beautifully cooked hot options. Both hubby and I had the French toast which was accompanied by a divine fruit compote. Totally delicious.
Sue Ellen was really helpful in providing tips on what to see and do in the area and relating to our onward journey. Thank you Sue Ellen for being so kind and attentive. We really felt that it was important to you that we enjoyed our stay and we appreciate the effort you made on our behalves.
We wouldn't hesitate to recommend Rimu Lodge. You won't be disappointed.
Partner
10/10
Exceptional
25 Feb 2025
Regina

Most excellent choice!

This is a really first class operation. Only 4 rooms, each the same. Owner, Sue Ellen, did everything to make our stay special. She is friendly and full of suggestions and resources. She couldn’t have been more helpful. We enjoyed the cocktail hour out on the patio and a most delicious Full breakfast with lots of choices. Would definitely come again and highly recommend.
Partner
10/10
Exceptional
04 Nov 2024
Steve
Wow, wow, wow! This is a great place to stay. Very comfortable, spacious and super welcoming. Breakfast is fantastic and there’s a nice happy hour. The rural area is quiet and beautiful. Walk to the pub up the road for dinner. Stop at the glow worm dell to see glow worms shine at night. The owner/host is a gem!
Leisure Partner
10/10
Exceptional
05 Jan 2024
Susan
Absolutely beautiful property. Everything you need for a comfortable stay is provided plus more. Evening dinner drinks in the lounge room allows you to chat to fellow guests and a wonderful breakfast with various menu options cooked to order. Highly recommend this property.
Leisure Partner
10/10
Exceptional
24 Dec 2023
Lewis

Five star

The west coast of NZ is extremely rural and poor. Typically that means marginal lodging. Marginal amenities. Cheap motels. We were so pleasantly surprised to find the Rumi lodge the exact opposite. Wonderful accommodations and food. What a wonderful breakfast. Literally five star. Cecelia, the host, was wonderful . Warm and inviting and so full of helpful info. Two thumbs way up for Rumi lodge.
Partner
10/10
Exceptional
23 Oct 2023
Nigel
Private and quiet
Leisure Partner
10/10
Exceptional
14 Apr 2023
Robert
This property was top shelf luxury and the innkeeper was so gracious. When we arrived she greeted us at the door, showed us around our room, started a fire in the fireplace. She gave us tourist sites like the glowworm dell 5 minutes.from the lodge, and printed us info on hikes for the next day. Breakfast was also delicious.
Leisure Partner
10/10
Exceptional
25 Apr 2021
Mark

Luxury worth the additional cost

Luxurious, pampered, excellent unobtrusive service, fantastic location with mountain views
Partner
10/10
Exceptional
24 Nov 2020
Verified traveler
The service is great
The owner is very nice and quite helpful
Except the sound insulation effect of the room not that good, all the others is over our expection. Highly recommend to all
Leisure Family
10/10
Exceptional
21 Oct 2020
Nomita
Beautifully kept, friendly host & lively surrounds.
Leisure Friends
10/10
Exceptional
27 Sep 2020
Tim
Lovely room in a lovely house with the bonus of a great local eating place just one kilometer away. Host very welcoming and friendly.
Leisure Partner
10/10
Exceptional
17 Sep 2020
Nicky
Beautiful lodge in lovely rural surroundings. Large spacious room and bathroom and great attention detail - lovely log fire, cosy lounge that made the stay extra special. Great breakfasts - Sue Ellen was a very attentive and helpful host - pointing out places to see, where to eat etc. Definitely recommend
Leisure Partner
10/10
Exceptional
26 Mar 2020
Carrie

Outstanding B&B!

Absolutely loved it here - was the best place we stayed on our trip by far! Beautiful location and every room had a gorgeous view. Very quiet (there are only 4 rooms) and charming! The owner was friendly, helpful with suggesting places to sight-see, and very thoughtful in providing every amenity. Breakfast was perfect. Great stay!
Friends_and_family Family
10/10
Exceptional
14 Mar 2020
Keith

Fabulous!!

Can't say enough good things about Rimu Lodge. Friendly, host, cleaner than clean rooms, any amenity you would need! Rooms are quiet and comfortable, fabulous views. Can't say enough good things ... don't hesitate, book it!!!
Partner
10/10
Exceptional
14 Mar 2020
Verified traveler

Wonderful lodge, gorgeous location

Amazing location and beautiful lodge with large, lovely rooms. The owner is very friendly and helpful. Loved everything about our stay. We were there 2 days. Wish we could have stayed longer. This was the best b&b ever.
Friends_and_family Family
10/10
Exceptional
27 Feb 2020
Verified traveler
We felt right at home in this beautiful, intimate lodge! Our hostess was so accommodating and welcoming to us! We’ve been traveling for almost a month and loved this spot the best so far!
Leisure Partner
10/10
Exceptional
25 Feb 2020
Verified traveler

Fantastic!

Rimu Lodge was excellent, I would definitely recommend it. The property was clean, well maintained, well equipped and very comfortable. The location was quiet with excellent views from the rooms. The hostess was charming and very helpful.
Partner
10/10
Exceptional
23 Feb 2020
Verified traveler
The owner goes out of her way to provide a comfortable stay. The lodge is stunning as well as the view off the back. The breakfast is delicious and the host provides helpful guidance on sights, restaurants and the area.
Leisure Family
10/10
Exceptional
13 Feb 2020
Bonnie

Exceptional B&B!

Thank you to our hostess for an awesome stay in your Rimu paradise! This is a “top shelf” B&B in every way possible! Bravo!
Partner
10/10
Exceptional
21 Jan 2020
Verified traveler
A beautiful and meticulously maintained property, operated by friendly and very professional hostess, Sue-Ellen.
Leisure Partner
10/10
Exceptional
18 Dec 2019
Verified traveler
Superbly appointed lodge in a beautiful location The owner lives on site and made us feel very welcome.
Leisure
10/10
Exceptional
09 Oct 2019
Ian

Wonderful spot

Excellent host, many valuable tips on where to go and what to see.
Excellent room, fabulous bed and linen.
Wonderful breakfast freshly cooked,
Great stay
Partner
10/10
Exceptional
01 Oct 2019
Verified traveler
Excellent property and service - would visit again in a heartbeat.
Leisure Partner
10/10
Exceptional
23 Apr 2019
Verified traveler
Lovely facility with fantastic views and host Sue Ellen is excellent, room immaculate
Leisure
10/10
Exceptional
31 Mar 2019
John

An oasis of comfort

A unique lodge set in a very scenic & rugged part of NZ's west coast
Wel opointed, comfortable with a helpful owner who treated us as special guests
Partner
10/10
Exceptional
16 Mar 2019
Christine
The lodge location is fantastic overlooking the valley and river below. The quality of the decoration and furniture really impressive, in keeping with the property and high end. Excellent breakfast choice made to order.
Only comment but not complaint would be addition of wall mirror in the bedroom.
Leisure Partner
10/10
Exceptional
16 Mar 2019
Verified traveler
The layout and decor was in keeping with the property and beautifully decorated.
Very friendly and helpful local information.
Only comment but not complaint would be the addition of a wall mirror in the bedroom.
Leisure
10/10
Exceptional
02 Jan 2019
Verified traveler
Outstanding service and breakfast. Sue Ellen is a great host.
10/10
Exceptional
22 Nov 2018
George
The area is very beautiful. The rooms are very clean and large.
Leisure Partner
10/10
Exceptional
07 Nov 2018
Douglas

What a Fabulous place

Sue-Ellen is a wonderful host and makes you so welcome. The Lodge is in a quiet location with fantastic views and a pub down the road you can walk to. The Lodge is spotless and we had the best breakfast of our New Zealand trip. The only downside was we did not stay longer. Thank you Sue-Ellen
Partner
10/10
Exceptional
19 Oct 2018
Kirsty

gem of a place to stay on the West Coast

Host very knowledgeable about surrounding activities and happy to share
10/10
Exceptional
01 May 2018
Grant
Beautiful Lodge up in the trees. Fantastic views from the rooms across the Hokitika River. We were hosted impeccably by Sue-Ellen, she was super helpful and made our stay even better.
10/10
Exceptional
25 Mar 2018
Jo Elizabeth

A perfect stay

This is a wonderful retreat from our travels. Everything was well thought out and catered to guests’ needs. Wish we could have stayed three nights. Bed linen lovely and turned down in the evening. Chocolate treats await. Magnificent view from our room. Living room inviting with free night caps. Wonderful setting to meet new friends! Breakfast was lovely! Hostess was welcoming and informative. Clearly a labor of love, good taste and passion.
Partner
10/10
Exceptional
06 Mar 2018
Joanne

Book at Stunning Rimu Lodge

Rimu Lodge was beautiful, conveniently located, clean and comfortable. Sue Ellen was a wealth of information. Breakfast was amazing. Our room was large, comfortable, and clean, as were all of the other common areas. The deck out back is simply stunning and a great place to gather at the end of the day.
Do not hesitate to book your stay at Rimu Lodge. It is a great place!
10/10
Exceptional
19 Feb 2018
Colin M

Great place!

Marvellous! Can’t fault it!
Partner
10/10
Exceptional
08 Feb 2018
Verified traveler
Pure luxury with fantastic views

Highly recommended
10/10
Exceptional
23 Jan 2018
John

Simply Excellent.

Everything about our stay was first class.

From the moment we arrived we felt extremely welcome and enjoyed every aspect of our stay. The owner was a wonderful host. The bedroom room was lovely. The terrace was great to sit out on and breakfast was superb.

This was the best place we have stayed at in three weeks touring New Zealand.
Partner
10/10
Exceptional
17 Jan 2018
ILANA

We were spoiled!

An outstanding host! We were spoiled every day. Amazing breakfast, extra ordinary host that really really cares. Kept on surprising us with chocolates on the bed, soft drinks that kept on showing, constantly cleaning our room and great personality.
Great place to stay. Extremely welcoming.
If looking for a place for dinner - I would pick the Indian in city center (5 min drive).
Partner
10/10
Exceptional
15 Jan 2018
George
The hotel was had picturesque views. The host was extremely helpful and accommodating. The breakfast was very good. The location was excellent and the room was quaint.
Partner
10/10
Exceptional
05 Jan 2018
Larry

Great view, comfortable lodge

We enjoyed everything about our stay at Rimu Lodge. The owner is genuinely interested in helping you make the most of your time in the South Island
10/10
Exceptional
15 Dec 2017
SURJIT

Rimu Lodge is superb.

Superb room in an excellent well located lodge with outstanding views. Sue Ellen (the owner) is friendly and very helpful. We thoroughly enjoyed staying here and look forward to returning in the future.
Partner
10/10
Exceptional
19 Oct 2017
Verified traveler

Beautiful

Fabulously stay, Sue-Ellen was a great host!!
Would definitely recommend & look forward to returning at some stage in the future!!
Partner
10/10
Exceptional
11 Sep 2017
Anna

Beautiful spot in Hokitika

We had a very nice mid week overnighter at Rimu lodge. Sue-Ellen was the best hostess. We were welcomed like old friends; felt like a home away from home. Breakfast was generous and beautifully presented as was everything else. Sky tv would have been a nice addition to the 5 star rating. We would love to revisit for a longer stay, especially to explore the lodges surroundings.
10/10
Exceptional
08 Apr 2017
Karen

If I could give this Lodge a rating of 10, I would

This was by far the best place we stayed in New Zealand!!!! The Lodge is simply gorgeous with much attention to detail!! Chocolates on the bed, fresh flowers, complementary beverages, and a gracious hostess!!!! The breakfast was gourmet and very tasty and filling!!! Loved every minute of our stay!!!
10/10
Exceptional
07 Mar 2017
richard

A stunning oasis

This is a beautiful secluded lodge well worth the experience.
10/10
Exceptional
06 Feb 2017
Helen

Great peaceful location- warm friendly host

My husband and I stayed here while mountain biking the west coast wilderness Trail. It was the best place we stayed, true luxury. Exquisite is the only word.
10/10
Exceptional
19 Nov 2016
Verified traveler

So lovely!

It was a last minute change for us to stay here but what a fantastic experience! Slightly on the exy side but it's definitely worth it, they do make sure it is a premium product.
10/10
Exceptional
26 Sep 2016
Murray

Paradise

Beautiful location with panoramic views and a wonderful sense of serenity. The rooms are beautifully appointed and cannot be faulted along with the guest open area and balconies.
Missing only the ability for dinning at night, but wonderful local hotel down the road wit great food and a sense of welcome from the locals.
Partner

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Rimu Lodge
33 Seddons Terrace Road, Rimu, Hokitika, New Zealand

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