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Kinloch Wilderness Retreat

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862 Kinloch Road, Kinloch, Otago 1800 781 504
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Standard Room, 2 Single Beds, Shared Bathroom
2 Twin Beds
Room sleeps 2 guests
(up to 1 child)
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Superior King Room, Shared Bathroom
Room with view
1 King Bed and 1 Twin Bed
Room sleeps 3 guests
(up to 2 children)
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Triple Room, Shared Bathroom
Room with view
3 Twin Beds
Room sleeps 3 guests
(up to 2 children)
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Basic Twin Room, 2 Single Beds
2 Twin Beds
Room sleeps 2 guests
(up to 1 child)
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Twin Room
2 Twin Beds
Room sleeps 2 guests
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Double Room
1 Double Bed
Room sleeps 2 guests
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Romantic Room
Room with view
1 Queen Bed
Room sleeps 2 guests
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Cottage
Room with view
2 Queen Beds, 2 Double Beds and 4 Large Twin Beds
Room sleeps 12 guests
(up to 4 children)
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Standard Room, Mixed Dorm, Shared Bathroom
1 Twin Bed
Room sleeps 1 guest
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Double Room, Shared Bathroom
Room with view
1 Double Bed
Room sleeps 2 guests
(up to 1 child)
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Double Room, Ensuite
Room with view
1 Double Bed
Room sleeps 2 guests
(up to 1 child)
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Basic Double Room, Shared Bathroom
1 Double Bed
Room sleeps 2 guests
(up to 1 child)
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Family Room, 1 Bedroom, Shared Bathroom, Mountain View
Room with view
1 Double Bed and 2 Twin Bunk Beds
Room sleeps 5 guests
(up to 4 children)
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Get an overview of this hotel
Eco-certified hostel with a coffee shop and a restaurant

Popular property highlights

Free self parking
Free WiFi
Pets allowed
Laundry facilities
Smoke-free property

With a stay at Kinloch Wilderness Retreat in Kinloch, you'll be 0.1 mi (0.1 km) from Lake Wakatipu and 10.5 mi (16.9 km) from Routeburn Track. This eco-certified hostel is 10.8 mi (17.3 km) from Routeburn Shelter.

Make yourself at home in one of the 19 guestrooms featuring microwaves. Rooms have private balconies or patios. Prepare your meals in the shared/communal kitchen. Bathrooms have complimentary toiletries and hair dryers.

Enjoy recreational amenities such as a spa tub and bicycles to rent. This hostel also features complimentary wireless internet access, concierge services, and an arcade/game room. Getting to nearby attractions is a breeze with the area shuttle (surcharge).

Satisfy your appetite with local cuisine at The Fernery, a restaurant which features a bar/lounge. Dining is also available at the coffee shop/cafe. Cooked-to-order breakfasts are available daily from 8 AM to 10:00 AM for a fee.

Featured amenities include luggage storage, laundry facilities, and a library. Planning an event in Kinloch? This hostel has 215 square feet (20 square meters) of space consisting of conference space and a meeting room. Free self parking is available onsite.

Languages spoken

  • English

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Kinloch Wilderness Retreat

862 Kinloch Road, Kinloch, 9372

Hotel Amenities

Hotel Amenities

  • Concierge services
  • Gift shops or newsstand
  • Total number of rooms - 19
  • Number of floors - 1
  • Number of buildings/towers - 2
  • Conference space
  • Barbecue grill(s)
  • Coffee/tea in common areas
  • Breakfast available (surcharge)
  • Laundry facilities
  • Television in common areas
  • Arcade/game room
  • Garden
  • Library
  • Picnic area
  • Front desk (limited hours)
  • Internet access - wireless
  • Smoke-free property
  • Wedding services
  • Tours/ticket assistance
  • Free WiFi
  • Year Built – 1868
  • Area shuttle (surcharge)
  • Number of restaurants - 1
  • Conference space size (feet) - 215
  • Conference space size (meters) - 20
  • Number of meeting rooms - 1
  • Number of spa tubs - 1
  • Free self parking
  • Number of bars/lounges - 1
  • Number of coffee shops/cafes - 1
  • Luggage storage
  • Terrace
  • Electric car charging station
  • Shared microwave
  • Shared fridge
  • Vegetable garden
  • Firewood (free)
  • Eco-friendly cleaning products used
  • Uncovered parking
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Coin laundry nearby
  • Hosted evening meal
  • Hosted evening meal (reserve)
  • Wheelchair accessible: No
  • Bicycle parking available
  • Gas grill
  • Vegetarian breakfast available
  • Locally-sourced food on site (80% or more)
  • At least 80% of all lighting comes from LEDs
  • Vegan menu options available
  • Vegetarian menu options available
  • Bulk dispenser for toiletries
  • No single-use plastic soft drink bottles
  • No single-use plastic stirrers
  • No single-use plastic straws
  • No single-use plastic water bottles
  • Reusable cups only
  • Reusable tableware only
  • Smooth flooring in public areas
  • Thin carpet in public areas

Family Friendly Amenities

  • Separate living room
  • Free WiFi
  • Laundry facilities
  • Arcade/game room
  • Separate dining area
  • Full-sized refrigerator/freezer
  • Microwave

Internet

Available in all rooms: Wireless internet access

Available in some public areas: Free WiFi , Internet access - wireless

Languages spoken

  • English

Parking

Free self parking

Room Amenities

Kinloch Wilderness Retreat offers 19 accommodations with shared/communal kitchens and hair dryers. Rooms open to balconies or patios. These individually decorated and furnished accommodations have separate dining areas. Full-sized refrigerators/freezers, microwaves, and rice cookers are provided. Additionally, rooms include complimentary toiletries and blackout drapes/curtains. Housekeeping is provided on request.

  • Free local calls
  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Microwave
  • Cookware, dishware and utensils
  • Wireless internet access
  • Blackout drapes/curtains
  • Separate dining area
  • Full-sized fridge/freezer
  • Stovetop
  • Individually furnished
  • Individually decorated
  • Number of living rooms
  • Balcony or patio
  • Shared/communal kitchen access
  • Heating
  • Oven
  • Rice cooker
  • Towels provided
  • Linens provided
  • Toaster
  • Housekeeping on request
  • Spices
  • Toaster oven
  • Soap
  • Shampoo
  • Toilet paper
  • Window screens
  • Laundry detergent
  • Eco-friendly toiletries
  • Recycling
  • Freezer

Where to Eat

A hosted evening meal is available for a surcharge daily (reservations required).

The Fernery - This restaurant specializes in local cuisine and serves breakfast, dinner, and light fare. Guests can enjoy drinks at the bar. A children's menu is available. Happy hour is offered. Reservations are required.

Nearby Things to do

  • Golfing nearby
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby
  • Rafting nearby
  • Mountain biking nearby
  • Bicycle rentals on site
  • Fishing on site
  • Kayaking on site
  • Boat tours nearby
  • Rock climbing nearby
  • Ziplining nearby
  • Horse riding nearby
  • Hunting nearby
  • Mountain climbing nearby

Hotel Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 2:00 PM

Minimum check-in age is: 18

Check-in time ends at anytime

Check-out

Check-out time is 10:00 AM

Payment types

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Rollaway/extra beds are available for NZD 50 per night.

Pet Policy

  • Pets stay free
  • Dogs only
  • 2 total pets
  • Specific rooms only
  • Pet-friendly rooms can be requested by contacting the property at the number on the booking confirmation
  • Service animals welcome

You need to know

Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.

A cash deposit, credit card, or debit card for incidental charges and government-issued photo identification may be required upon check-in.

Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in. Special requests can't be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.

This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business, or profession. This property accepts major credit cards, Visa, Mastercard, Union Pay, debit cards, and cash. This property uses solar energy, plus eco-friendly cleaning products. For guests' safety, the property includes a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, and a first aid kit in each accommodation. Cashless payment methods are available for all transactions.

No lifts

Pets allowed in specific rooms only

Service animals are allowed

Service animals are exempt from fees/restrictions

Front desk opens daily at 8:00 AM

Front desk closes daily at 6:00 PM

Debit cards

Pets allowed (no fees)

UnionPay

Guests will receive an email with special check-in instructions

Staffed front desk

Smoke detector

Renewable energy source - solar

LGBTQIA friendly

Guest will receive an email before arrival 24 hours

Property is cleaned with disinfectant

Staff do not wear personal protective equipment

Protective clothing is available for guests

Gloves are available for guests

No shield between guests and staff in main contact areas

Guests are provided with free hand sanitiser

Social distancing measures are in place

Contactless check-in is available

Property confirms they are implementing enhanced cleaning measures

Individually wrapped food options are not available

No gap period between guests' stays

Staff temperature checks are not conducted regularly

Temperature checks are not available to guests

Bed sheets and towels are not washed at a temperature of at least 60°C/140°F

Commonly touched surfaces are cleaned with disinfectant

Property confirms they are implementing guest safety measures

Contactless check-out is available

Property does not follow sanitisation practices of any association

Guest accommodation is not sealed after cleaning

Cashless transactions are available

Masks are not compulsory at the property

Reservation is not required for facilities on site

Mobile key entry is not available

Food service not has not been amended for enhanced safety

Comprehensive food waste policy

Comprehensive recycling policy

Property mobile app recommended for guests

Fees

Optional extras

  • Fee for cooked-to-order breakfast: approximately NZD 18 to 32 for adults, and NZD 9 to 15 for children
  • Rollaway bed fee: NZD 50 per night
  • Hosted evening meal: NZD 90
  • Credit card charges are subject to a surcharge of 2.7 percent

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

Hotel Names

  • Kinloch Backpacker
  • Kinloch Lodge Hostel
  • Kinloch Lodge Hostel
  • Hostel/Backpacker accommodation Kinloch Lodge - Hostel Kinloch
  • Kinloch Kinloch Lodge - Hostel Hostel/Backpacker accommodation
  • Hostel/Backpacker accommodation Kinloch Lodge - Hostel
  • Kinloch Lodge - Hostel Kinloch
  • Kinloch Lodge Backpacker
  • Kinloch Lodge
  • Kinloch Lodge Hostel
  • Kinloch Wilderness Retreat Hostel
  • Kinloch Wilderness Retreat Kinloch
  • Kinloch Wilderness Retreat Hostel/Backpacker accommodation

We should mention

This property allows pets in specific rooms only. Guests can request one of these rooms by contacting the property directly, using the contact information on the booking confirmation.

Cashless payment methods are available for all transactions.

Contactless check-in and contactless check-out are available.

This property welcomes guests of all sexual orientations and gender identities (LGBTQ+ friendly).

Awards & Affiliations

  • Qualmark

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