Rata Lodge Accommodation

The location was great for what we wanted to do

The sink in the room didn’t have hot water.

Spotless and cosy accommodation. Communal kitchen was brilliant. Would definitely stay here again.

Location is awesome, very tranquil, very beautiful. Hosts were awesome and friendliest we have ever met. This place is a gem, don’t miss talking to the owners as they are the vibe creators of the stay. Stay is amazing, comfortable beds, clean washroom, and best part is the lounge area which is very comfortable and feels homely. Kitchen is also well equipped. 10/10 recommended

The aproaching winter should have been sent on a holiday. Anyway it was blue skys each day.

Nice hosts. Gerrard was wondeful checking in everytime

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So well set up. Such amazing hosts, super helpful and accommodating. Perfect stopover, thank you.

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I had a very warm and memorable stay at Rata. A few days before check-in, Vikki had already messaged me with very thoughtful advice about preparing for the trip, including buying food before heading into the mountains and other useful things to know. When I arrived, Vikki and Gerard gave me a very warm welcome, explained everything about the house clearly, and made sure I felt comfortable straight away. They also asked about my plan for the next day, and as soon as I told them, they kindly checked the weather for me. What stood out most was how genuinely caring they were. One evening I returned quite late, and they were clearly concerned and relieved to see I was back safe. They checked whether I had eaten, told me I was welcome to use the kitchen, and made sure I had extra blankets in case the night got cold. The next morning they were still checking in to make sure everything was alright. When I left, they also gave me helpful advice about the best direction to drive for my onward journey. This was much more than just a place to stay — it felt personal, kind, and heartfelt. I really appreciated their hospitality and would happily stay again.

Awesome and cosy stay in the mountains! Vikki and Gerard were so lovely and hospitable, and had some great recommendations of things to see in the area!

Gerard & Vikki were great hosts & the lodge was in the perfect location nestled in between the mountains. It’s an amazing location.

Ideal location for our trip. The hosts were wonderful and friendly. The rooms were all very tidy and clean and warm.

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Mooie locatie en heel aardige mensen! Erg schoon ook!

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Exceptionally friendly and welcoming hosts and impeccably clean lodge. Stayed in a functional room with a private bathroom and patio. Fresh mountain water from the tap and a scenic short walking loop behind the property Easy parking and comfortable beds. Retro TV and lodge has a great selection of classic movies. Well-equipped kitchen (appeared suitable for cooking full meals). Cozy, relaxing atmosphere in a mountain setting. Reliable Wi-Fi and excellent room lighting.

Shower controls were a bit sensitive and took some adjustment & limited amenities in the surrounding area. Ideal for a quiet stay, with everything needed on-site despite the remote location. I would definitely stay again.

Vikki & Gerard are so lovely. The accommodation is gorgeous, so comfortable, and so well-equipped. They've thought of every possible lovely detail.

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The hosts were so kind, the place was exceptionally clean and comfortable, and the location is ideal for hikers.

Electric space heaters and heated blankets were the only sources of heat (we were there on a particularly cold day in late summer; not sure if it’s different in the winter). Shower time is limited to 10 minutes. Neither of these greatly affected our experience.

great facilities and location. Very friendly hosts. well stocked common kitcken. Super comfortable

Excellent Un bel exemple de réussite dans le milieu du Backpacking ! Chambres et infrastructures de qualité . On privilégie clairement le confort des hôtes.

Perfect location for our plans

Not easily located. A better visible sign of Rata Lodge would help. A wee bit noisy being close to the main road.

A szálláshely nagyon szép környezetben található, az Arthur's Pass Nemzeti Park területén. A tulajdonos kedves volt, programokat ajánlott nekünk a környéken. Az épület az útról nem látszik, takarja a növényzet. Figyelni kell a tájékoztató táblát.

Great hosts .very helpful especially offing spray for the sandals. Well equipped kitchen . No shops in the area so need ro take your food and drink with you,though coffee tea and sugar was available. Really quiet except for the occasional noise from the trains. Only 20 minutes to Arthur's Pass

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Sympathique maison dans la nature. La chambre est agréable. Un restaurant se trouve à 20 minutes en voiture sinon tout est sur place pour cuisiner

On entend un peu la route

Friendly hosts and enjoyed our stay

De ligging en vriendelijkheid van eigenaren

We really enjoyed our stay at Rata Lodge. Vikki and her husband were wonderful hosts, and communication was easy from the beginning. They provided helpful information before our arrival. The lodge was clean, well organized, and the rooms were nicely furnished. The bed was very comfortable and kept us warm even on colder nights. We would definitely recommend staying at Rata Lodge.

This was a superb spot to stop overnight and we wished we had more time to stay longer! Vikki and Gerard were fabulous hosts and welcomed us and made us feel at home. Gerard was especially accommodating and patient with our son’s interest in his log splitting work. The room was perfect for the 3 of us and was so clean and neat with its own little ensuite bathroom and private balcony. We enjoyed the shared kitchen & lounge space as we were able to get to know other guests who were happy to chat. The walk up behind the lodge was fun to explore and the beautiful pristine mountain waters cascading down the creek were stunning to watch.

The only problem was that our stay wasn’t long enough. Next time we’ll book in for several days!

Definitiv eine der tollsten Unterkünfte unserer Reise. Es gibt so viele Annehmlichkeiten, dass es sich durch und durch nach Zuhause anfühlt und man in der Natur der Umgebung zur Ruhe kommen kann. Die Küche ist ideal ausgestattet, die DVD Sammlung definitiv ein Highlight. Die Gastgeber sind aufmerksam und haben gute Empfehlungen für die Umgebung bereit. Wir wären gerne länger geblieben.

Great location, wonderful hosts, excellent value, comfortable accommodation and, like many others, wished we had booked for a longer stay......maybe next time. Definitely recommend.

The hosts, Gerard and Vikki, were very friendly and helpful. The room was clean and comfortable and there was a shared kitchen and sitting room which were very nice. The location was very rural, there was no town or facilities nearby but if that is what you are looking for the place is perfect.

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We liked the hosts, Vicky and Gérard, who were really friendly and helpful. Our room was clean and comfortable, and we had everything we needed for our stay.

Beds are super comfortable! Kitchen had everything we needed.

The people in the room were quite noisy until late so made it hard for my friend to sleep. I would recommend ear plugs just in case

Had a nice chat with the owners and enjoyed hearing their story of how they came to own Rata Lodge. Very personable and can tell they truly care about the business.

Good place for passing through due to the price & cleanliness. Would've been nice to have somewhere to put our luggage other than the floor. Room very small but a small bench by the door along with hooks would fit. Also-great place for families as it seems there are 3 rooms but if you don't know the people it is loud and echoes. Folks in the room next to us were up cooking breakfast between 5:30am-6:30am and we heard everything. We would stay here again though if we were passing through. No internet.

Very nice accommodation, definitelly recommended.

L’accueil des propriétaires La chambre avec sa petite terrasse donnant sur le jardin Le matelas chauffant

Peut être un peu de bruit du au passage de la route , mais l’endroit est superbe

You can’t beat the value and location of this place. Vicky and her husband were very welcoming and accommodating. Nice walks you can do just behind the property. Room was simple but comfortable and clean. Great bed!

Our room was right next to the communal kitchen. Everyone was respectful of space and noise. If you’re a couple, I’d request a room in the back of the building for privacy. BUT the place is great and I highly recommend staying here!

Bon accueil, les clé était facile à récupérer, les informations quant au logement et les environs on été appréciés. C'est bien situé par rapport aux lieux d'intérêt et la chambre est bien équipée dans un espace très agréable. Possibilité de manger dehors dans un beau jardin, le parking étant un atout.

Tout était parfait.

Beautiful place , its very close to Arthur's Pass NP. We enjoyed to stay there! Highly recommended.

Well equipped kitchen and nice lounge for use by all.

Traffic noise quite loud overnight

Beautiful surroundings, quiet spot with lovely hosts. Clean room and a well equipped shared kitchen.

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Beautiful quaint Lodge, lovely surroundings. Very homely, comfortable, clean an everything you would need. Vikki and Gerard are lovely hosts Thoroughly recommend.

Very good value for money

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Les propriétaires étaient vraiment agréables et chaleureux une maison vraiment sympa avec un endroit vraiment exceptionnel

Very good bed, spacious room and bathroom, a little terrace, well equiped kitchen, clean, very nice and friendly hosts, good internet connection. I'm very glad we stayed here.

Everything was great.

Well equipped kitchen. Comfortable shared space to relax in. Communication and local recommendations from hosts.

Our room was directly next to the common room so some noise while other guests were using the kitchen in the evening.

All in all a very nice place and very welcoming hosts.we enjoyed our night, the peace and nature around.

Very clean owners very pleasant. Advised on a few walks. Which i did and enjoyed including the late night walk to see the glow worms.

Right next to main highway and train line. Noisy. Didn't realise we had to share kitchen/dining/living room.

Comfortable and welcoming in a stunning location. Beautifully cared for with a clean kitchen that has all cooking equipment provided. Gerard and Vicki are wonderful hosts. We enjoyed reading in the lounge area, slept well, and our 14 yo son voted this the best accommodation in NZ!!

This is not a criticism but a comment for preparation. Bring all your food as there are no supermarket shops nearby.

Welcoming hosts. Excellent communal kitchen, dining and seating area. Great rural retreat - chance to look for glowworms in the woods behind the house.

We were welcomed like family. We felt so at home and cared for. Vicky and Gerard were so kind and thought of everything to make sure that we were comfortable and told us all about the area, giving us local insight into trails and walks. We wish we could have stayed longer- possibly forever!

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The location was great as we did some hiking around Arthur's Pass so very ideal indeed. Also the hosts Vikki and her husband were very friendly and very accommodating to our needs. Throughly recommend Rata Lodge to any traveller.

very friendly staff, spacious room, comfortable bed, bush track in the garden

Ōtira makes a good base for a day in Arthur's Pass. There is nothing in Ōtira itself.

Very friendly owners, nice location, clean and comfortable room. Also there are shared kitchen and living room.

The best part was meeting the hosts and the other guests! The room was lovely. The bed and pillows were super comfy.

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Lovely location, very comfortable and welcoming. Only spent one night but would have loved to stay longer!

Accueil et propreté des lieux. Tout est bien pensé pour le confort. En revanche la route toute proche est très passante...

Location, facilities

Lovely room in a shared guest house with ensuite bathroom and interior door leading to shared kitchen facilities but also a private exterior door. Because nature walk behind the property and fresh mountain snow melt feed the water the house uses.

We had a great stay at Rata Lodge. Could easily explore the Arthur’s Pass area and escape to a quiet retreat at the end of the day. The rooms were comfortable and the shared facilities were great. Vicki and Gerard were very welcoming and informative. Thanks for having us!

Nothing - it was all very pleasant. A great place to stay!

Nice rooms and communal lounge. Enjoyed the walk behind the lodge. Was good to avoid the crowds at Arthur's Pass.

Gut für einen Zwischenstopp - wir waren für eine Nacht auf dem Weg zurück nach Christchurch da. Gut ausgestattete Gemeinschaftsküche und sehr nette Gastgeberin.

It was an absolute treat, beds were super comfy and hosts very friendly. Definitely recommend

The hosts were warm, and electric blankets were a life saver. Kitchen also had all necessary utbesils

The settling of the lodge is something special, you have mountains and forest all around.

Very cozy and well equipped room.

The size of the room, but manageable for a night, not more.

Lovely host. They understand what the visitors want and organize there property provide maximum comfort and value . They take extra effort to explain visitors about attractions in the local area. I felt like my own family .

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De ruimte, alles netjes, schoon en verzorgd. Het is voor mij wel een doorreis overnachting plek.

nice place

a bit too in the middle of nowhere and no glow worms

It was a very cozy place. Friendly, welcoming owners, all kind of amenities, comfy bed & great location. Would stay here again! :)

L'accueil, la maison on se sent comme chez soi