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Possum Lodge

Fiordland · New Zealand

13 Murrell AveView location

9.0/10Excellent58 Reviews
Cleanliness9.0/109.0
Service9.2/109.2
Comfort8.2/108.2
Condition8.4/108.4
Amenities8.6/108.6
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About Possum Lodge

When you stay at Possum Lodge in Manapouri, you'll be near the beach, just steps from Lake Manapouri and Te Wahipounamu. This lodge is 0.1 mi (0.2 km) from Frasers Beach and 11.9 mi (19.2 km) from Ivon Wilson Park. Make yourself at home in one of the 9 guestrooms.

Complimentary wireless internet access is available to keep you connected. Featured amenities include luggage storage, laundry facilities, and refrigerator in a common area. Free self parking is available onsite.

Popular amenities

Free WiFi
Parking available
Dining services
Concierge
Laundry
Entertainment
Smoking areas
Accessible facilities

Check-in and check-out

Check-in from 2:00 PM
Check-in until anytime
Check-out until 10:00 AM
Minimum check-in age 16

Hotel policies

Beach nearby No rollaway/extra beds available No cribs (infant beds) available No elevators Professional property host/manager Property does not offer onsite COVID-19 testing Property does not require health documentation at check-in Pets not allowed Service animals are allowed Service animals are exempt from fees/restrictions

Important information

  • Special Instructions
    The front desk is staffed during limited hours. 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
    • This property accepts credit cards, debit cards, and cash
    • Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a security system, and a first aid kit
  • Minimal age
    16
  • Spoken Language

    English

Nearby attractions

Lake Manapouri 0.1 km / 0.1 mi
Te Wahipounamu 0.1 km / 0.1 mi
Frasers Beach 0.2 km / 0.2 mi
Ivon Wilson Park 19.2 km / 11.9 mi
Ivon Wilson Scenic Reserve 19.2 km / 11.9 mi
Te Anau Wildlife Centre 19.4 km / 12.1 mi
Te Anau Golf Course 20.6 km / 12.8 mi
Fiordland National Park Visitor Centre 20.8 km / 12.9 mi
Kepler Track 21.2 km / 13.2 mi
Luxmore Jet 21.4 km / 13.3 mi
Fiordland Cinema 22.4 km / 13.9 mi
Fiordland Astronomy 25.1 km / 15.6 mi
Lake Monowai 49.1 km / 30.5 mi
Lake Mistletoe 50.1 km / 31.1 mi
Te Anau Downs Jetty 50.1 km / 31.1 mi

Hotel facilities & services

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Guest reviews

What other guests saying about Possum Lodge

9.0
Excellent
58 Reviews
Cleanliness
9.0 /10
Service
9.2 /10
Comfort
8.2 /10
Condition
8.4 /10
Amenities
8.6 /10
45 reviews shown
4/10
Poor
15 Apr 2026
Russell
Room was not as pictured. 2 singke beds. Never saw a staff member either checking in or out.
Self
10/10
Exceptional
14 Apr 2026
Emma
Cute place to stay. Fabulous communal kitchens. Loved the heated blanket in the cabin!
Self
10/10
Exceptional
24 Mar 2026
Maria
Lovely little cottage, perfect for a brief stay, close the trails and bay.
4/10
Poor
16 Mar 2026
Forrest
The staff appeared noisy and angry. The walls are paper thin I would not stay here again sorry guys.
Friends
10/10
Exceptional
15 Mar 2026
Faren H
Great cabin ideal location for boat trip on Doubtful sound short drive to Te anau
8/10
Excellent
27 Feb 2026
BRAD
Camper cabin was small but good
Partner
10/10
Exceptional
20 Feb 2026
Scott
Clean, well equipped.
Partner
8/10
Excellent
02 Jan 2026
Tyler
Unexpected in a good way. Cabin was very comfortable, clean, and large. A great place for free spirited travellers to get away. The best part was the wonderful hospitality from the owner. I would gladly return to the Possum Lodge.
10/10
Exceptional
18 Dec 2025
shelby
Stayed here for a night before a Doubtful Sound cruise. The location was perfect (right down the street from the RealNZ ferry). The facilities were simple but very comfy. Right along the water with multiple paths around the grounds. Felt like a cool little community with many different travelers. Would definitely recommend to anyone traveling to this area!
Leisure Self
10/10
Exceptional
10 Dec 2025
Norhamidah
Clean room
Friends_and_family Family
6/10
Pleasant
01 Dec 2025
Kelly
The staff was very kind and friendly and the room itself was nice and cozy. But the shared facilities were not as well kept. The bathroom and shower facilities were messy/dirty - it was nearly impossible to keep anything dry in the shower areas. Overall, for the cost and location and short stay, it’s fine.
Leisure Partner
8/10
Excellent
11 Nov 2025
Marjukka
Very rustic but clean and comfortable.
10/10
Exceptional
04 Oct 2025
Ann
Enjoyed, thanks very much. Cute wee place right out of the 50s.
Business
10/10
Exceptional
17 Sep 2025
Helen
Great place to stay!
Leisure Friends
10/10
Exceptional
16 May 2025
Susan
Quiet, lovely and comfortable beds.
Leisure Family
6/10
Pleasant
03 May 2025
Claudia

Basic place

The location is amazing. Just to the back you can walk along the lake.
Very basic place. The room I was in was ok but due to poor isolation. So noisy. I sneezed and people next door said bless you. You could here everything
Self
8/10
Excellent
28 Apr 2025
shane

Great stay

Very welcoming and the room we had was great for what was required

Partner
10/10
Exceptional
27 Apr 2025
Greg
We loved this place. Old but, in such great condition and quaint. The bed was super comfortable and Freddy the host, couldn't do enough to help. We have hesitation recommending Possum Lodge
Leisure Partner
8/10
Excellent
04 Apr 2025
Chihiro
Facilities looked and sneaky a bit old but no complaint. They have everything washer/drier, old style toaster/cooker, plates, etc. in the room. Fantastic location. We will choose here over Te Anau next time as well.
8/10
Excellent
15 Mar 2025
Nigel
Well set up and comfortable.
Leisure Friends
10/10
Exceptional
07 Feb 2025
Verified traveler

Excellent place for exploring Fiordland

We had a wonderful stay at Possum Lodge - much more than we expected! We booked one of the family cottages - cottage 2. As others have noted, it’s rustic, yet charming. We felt it was a good size for the three of us and the amenities were good. Best part was the surrounds - very well maintained and beautiful garden, set amongst native trees and right next to the lake. We had afternoons where we just chilled outside. The Church and the local cafe were both 5 minutes walk away, and we frequented both and enjoyed our meals. Would happily recommend this to anyone that like to be off the beaten track a bit.
Friends_and_family Family
8/10
Excellent
15 Dec 2024
Bing
We liked the self contained cabin while participating the Medford Sound guided tour from Te Anau. The cabin is rustic but the host keeps it clean.
Leisure Family
4/10
Poor
03 Dec 2024
Suzanne
Clean but very old, bed very comfy, quiet. Sadly only two small relaxing chairs not particularly comfy. Unfortunately there was a very strong curry smell which was not pleasant, we appreciate not the managers fault but other places have a sign saying do not cook fish, curry etc which this place needs.
10/10
Exceptional
30 Nov 2024
Stephanie
Great setting good value
Leisure Self
10/10
Exceptional
20 Nov 2024
Rachel
The most beautiful place to stay in Fiordland. Cute retro cabin with great kitchen and bathroom. On the lake. Great walks around the area and easy walk to Real NZ port for boat to Doubtful Sound. Host Henry and his family were really friendly snd helpful - great experience visiting Possum Lodge
Leisure Family
10/10
Exceptional
26 Jul 2024
Gavin
Iconic bit of Old New Zealand holiday accommodation. Loved it.
6/10
Pleasant
20 Apr 2024
Lee
Property was old but clean and tidy with a classic retro feel.
Leisure Partner
8/10
Excellent
05 Mar 2024
Andrew
Old fashioned. Clean and friendly staff.
10/10
Exceptional
09 Dec 2023
ed
Lovely little cottage. Very peaceful.
10/10
Exceptional
09 Sep 2023
Sandra
A magical spot like no other, well worth staying at Possum Lodge for this alone…Highly recommend!
Leisure Family
10/10
Exceptional
31 Aug 2023
Hemant
Clean, comfortable and responsive host.
10/10
Exceptional
09 Aug 2023
Andrea
Henry went out of his way to help us. He knew the local attractions and their costs in his head. This is a fantastic place for families with a games room, lounge and kitchen facilities. Next time we go to Manapouri, we will definitely stay here.
Leisure Partner
10/10
Exceptional
31 Jul 2023
Yeva
Henry was amazing and showed us around the lodge! It's located near the water with wonderful views (and kayaks!), and a great outdoor fireplace. I wish we had gotten to stay longer!
Leisure Partner
10/10
Exceptional
18 Apr 2023
Grant
This place is everything to everybody. We stayed in a cabin which was away from the young campers and very quiet, but for a small place with a lot of people in it, it's very chilled. Awesome location to spend some time too. .
Leisure Partner
10/10
Exceptional
06 Apr 2023
Lorri

Eclectic and rewarding

Super friendly staff, quite setting, everyone was so nice. Eclectic and rewarding. We enjoyed our stay.
Partner
10/10
Exceptional
17 Mar 2023
Linda
Quaint and friendly. Lovely surroundings.
8/10
Excellent
24 Jan 2023
Jacqueline
Loved the little self contained hut. Had fun with the entertainment area. Table tennis and table top soccer. Did a book swap.
Leisure Partner
10/10
Exceptional
15 Dec 2025
astrid
Irgendwie urig. Netter Empfang, gut ausgestattet
Leisure Family
10/10
Exceptional
10 Nov 2025
Yuan-Hsiang
Room’s clean. Staffs are helpful.
Overall very good value for money.
10/10
Exceptional
11 Apr 2025
Karine
Un endroit paisible où on peut se poser en toute tranquillité.
Le cadre est magnifique. Les équipements sont simples et efficaces.
La nature vous entoure , c'est super.
Leisure Self
10/10
Exceptional
04 Apr 2025
Susanne

A good night's sleep

We had a very nice 3-day stay in one of the cottages. It was very quite, and the beds were very comfortable with an electrical blanket. The cottage was quite well equipped and there was heating.
We had a great trip to Doubtful Sound, which the lady at the reception helped us to book.
Unfortunately, the weather was quite wet, and the cottage was a bit damp. We asked for an extra change of towels as they did not dry well in the cottage.
We went to Te Anau for dinner as the local pub mostly seems to have fried food. We found a nice Indian Restaurant, and the Thai place in Te Anau was very busy. There was also a bakery in Te Anau that sold pies, including vegetarian pies.
Partner
10/10
Exceptional
22 Mar 2025
Emi
It was an amazing location and the facilities were really clean and organized. It was a great stay.
Leisure Family
8/10
Excellent
17 Jan 2025
Pierre

Très bien mais un peu vieillot

Super bien situé, plage privée à 20 mètres, perdu dans les bois (route non goudronnée pour vernir). Super accueil, patron absolument adorable et très disponible. Appartement très bien équipé, mais vieillot au point de vu des sanitaires.
Self
8/10
Excellent
10 Jan 2025
Noemi
Schöne Unterkunft, gut gelegen für Ausflüge Doubtful Sound. Die Unterkunft ist etwas in die Jahre gekommen, dennoch war alles sehr sauber.
Leisure Partner
10/10
Exceptional
25 Mar 2024
Yuki

オーナーの人柄がでています！

一通りそろっています。チェックインの時にコーヒーのミルクはいるか聞かれて、ミルクポットを渡されました。心遣いが嬉しく、もっと滞在したかったです。素敵な宿でした！
Friends_and_family Family

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Possum Lodge
13 Murrell Ave, Manapouri, New Zealand

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