Facilities

From the moment you arrive, you'll feel like you’ve found your ultimate backpacker haven. At Dusky Lodge, every detail is tailed for your enjoyment. Whether you’re here solo or with friends, you’ll quickly feel at home. Relax in our fully equipped kitchen, cozy dining and living areas, and take advantage of our relaxing spa, sauna and refreshing pool. Open from sunrise to sundown, our outdoor pool area is the perfect spot to unwind, mingle with fellow travellers, and soak up the laid-back Kaikoura vibe. Don’t miss our poolside cafe during summer—it's the perfect place for a coffee, ice cream or wood fire pizzas you can order ahead of arrival or not!

What our previous guests have said

Awesome location, lovely pools, friendly helpful staff and clean facilities. It is very good value for money. The kitchen is well equipped. The showers have

eiuol8

Clean and plenty facilities, good Wifi, very affordable and excellent staff. The hostel Dog is an absolute highlight! Highly recommend staying here. Also the

Nicole Prieg

I stayed in a Standard 4 Bed Mixed Dorm. I loved it even though our stay was only for 14 hours. I must appreciate the team who ensured my tripod stand was kept

Anish

We stayed for one night and it was fantastic! We got a private family room with an ensuite, the beds were nice and the room was spacious. The pool and spa were

Hope

One of the best hostels I been to! Pool, hot tub, and sauna is so cool! The staff are very kind and nice. I initially planned to stay one night but extended

Ersin

Josh Borella – Frontiers Abroad Instructor, 2019 Frontiers Abroad has been coming to the Dusky lodge for several years now and typically we come twice a

Josh Borella – Frontiers Abroad Instructor

Great basic accommodation. The pool was a real hit and having the bar / restaurant beside was awesome.

Maarty Schaap

Awesome pool and spa, beautiful amenities, very clean and modern, wonderful staff

Veva Maree

Bruce – Renwick Premiers, 2021 The facilities and accommodation were excellent and perfect for the boys stay and the Management and players would like

Bruce – Renwick Premiers

Clean and well presented rooms with very well organised kitchen with great storage and very clean. Great service for our late check in and friendly reception

Michelle Bennett

			Female, Male, and Unisex Bathroom Facilities							Free High-Speed Wi-Fi
			Three Fully Equipped Kitchens							Outdoor Swimming Pool Open Seasonally; closed for winter Outdoor Spa and Sauna Open daily all year round
			Lounges Comfortable common areas for relaxing and socializing, including TV and board games							On-Site Pool Café Open 3pm to 8pm during summer only
			Heating in Rooms							Outdoor Terrace with BBQ
			Free Parking							Luggage Storage
			24-Hour Guest Access & Check-In: Arriving late? No problem! Settle in and come and go anytime, day or night.							Bike Storage