Alpine Lodge

3.5 star property

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Exterior
Lobby sitting area
Superior Room, 1 Queen Bed | View from room
Studio | View from room
Studio | Desk, free cots/infant beds, free WiFi, bed sheets

Reviews

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful

Popular amenities

  • Parking included
  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Business services
  • Bar

Explore the area

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75 Main Road, St. Arnaud, 7072
  • Place, Classic Boat Museum
    ‪3 min walk‬
  • Place, Nelson Lakes National Park
    ‪4 min drive‬
  • Place, Lake Rotoiti
    ‪7 min drive‬

Room options

Standard Room

  • Sleeps 3

Studio

  • Sleeps 2

Family Room

  • Sleeps 4

Superior Room, 1 Queen Bed

  • Sleeps 2

Standard Room

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
(7 reviews)
  • Mountain view
  • 25 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Queen Bed and 1 Single Bed

Family Room

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(9 reviews)
  • Mountain view
  • 25 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Queen Bed and 2 Single Beds

Superior Room, 1 Queen Bed

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional
(6 reviews)
  • Mountain view
  • 25 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Queen Bed

Studio

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(2 reviews)
  • Mountain view
  • 60 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Queen Bed

Apartment, 2 Bedrooms

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(3 reviews)
  • Mountain view
  • 80 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Queen Bed and 1 Single Bed

Apartment, 2 Bedrooms

  • Sleeps 3

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About this property

Alpine Lodge

This smoke-free hotel features a restaurant, a bar/lounge and laundry facilities. Free WiFi in public areas and free self parking are also provided. Additionally, an arcade/games room, a garden and a banquet hall are on-site.
Alpine Lodge offers 32 accommodations. Guests can surf the web using complimentary wireless Internet access. Fridges and coffee/tea makers are provided. Housekeeping is offered on a daily basis and hairdryers can be requested. Cots/infant beds (complimentary) are also available.
The recreational activities listed below are available either on-site or nearby; fees may apply.
Our customers tell us that they can't get enough of the helpful staff at Alpine Lodge. During your stay, you're just a quick walk from Classic Boat Museum. Enjoy features like free WiFi in public areas and free self-parking, plus a restaurant.
  • Free WiFi
  • Free self-parking
  • Grab something to eat at the restaurant or stop for a drink at the bar/lounge
  • Buffet breakfast served daily for a fee
  • Amenities include meeting rooms and laundry facilities
  • On-site recreation includes a playground and bicycles to rent
  • Steps from Classic Boat Museum and a 3-minute drive from Nelson Lakes National Park
There's a restaurant on site. You can enjoy a drink at the bar/lounge. Public spaces have free WiFi. An arcade/games room, ski storage, and a garden are also featured at Alpine Lodge. Free self parking is available.

This 3.5-star St. Arnaud hotel is smoke free.

For a fee, guests can enjoy a buffet breakfast daily from 8:00 AM to 10:00 AM.
Alpine Lodge has a restaurant on site.
Room service (during limited hours) is available.

Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi
  • WiFi in public areas is free with a 4-device limit

Parking and transport

  • Free self parking on site
  • Limited on-site self parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking available

Food and drink

  • Daily buffet breakfast available 8:00 AM to 10:00 AM for a fee: NZD 20 to 30 for adults and NZD 15 to 20 for children
  • A bar/lounge
  • A restaurant

Things to do

  • Arcade/game room
  • Bicycle rentals
  • Billiards/pool table
  • Playground
  • Ski storage

Family friendly

  • Arcade/game room
  • In-room cot
  • In-room refrigerator
  • Laundry facilities
  • Playground

Conveniences

  • Laundry facilities
  • Limited-hour front desk
  • Luggage storage

Guest services

  • Housekeeping (daily)

Business services

  • Meeting rooms

Outdoors

  • Garden
  • In a national park
  • In the mountains

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • No lift
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking

More

  • 2 floors
  • 5 buildings
  • Banquet hall
  • Built in 1984
  • Smoke-free property

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided
  • Free cot

Bathroom

  • Hair dryer (on request)
  • Private bathroom
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • TV

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Electric kettle
  • Limited room service
  • Refrigerator

More

  • Desk
  • Heating

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 2 PM; check-in end time: 9:00 PM
Contactless check-in and check-out are available
Late check-in subject to availability
Minimum check-in age - 18

Check-out

Check-out before 10 AM
Contactless check-out

Special check-in instructions

The property charges 4 per cent for credit card payments
The front desk is open daily from 8:30 AM - 5:00 PM
Front desk staffed during limited hours
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Renovations and closures

The property is closed between 24 December and 25 December.

Access methods

Front desk (limited hours)

Pets

  • No pets allowed, but service animals are welcome

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Rollaway/extra beds are available for NZD 25.00 per night.
  • Free cots (infant beds)!

Payment types at the property

Important information

Optional extras

The fees and deposits listed below will be charged at the time of service, check-in, or check-out.

  • Fee for buffet breakfast: approximately NZD 20 to 30 for adults and NZD 15 to 20 for children
  • Rollaway bed fee: NZD 25.00 per night
  • Credit card charges are subject to a surcharge of 4 per cent

This may not be a comprehensive list. Fees and deposits are subject to change and might not include tax.

You need to know

This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business or profession.
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
Cashless transactions are available
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and a smoke detector
Please note that cultural norms and guest policies may differ by country and by property; the policies listed are provided by the property
The front desk at this property is open daily from 8:30 AM - 5:00 PM.
Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property.

We should mention

  • Free WiFi in public areas has a 4-device limit.

National rating

Rating provided by Qualmark®, source of official star ratings for accommodation in New Zealand.

Property is also known as

Alpine Lodge St. Arnaud
Alpine St. Arnaud
Alpine Lodge Hotel
Alpine Lodge St. Arnaud
Alpine Lodge Hotel St. Arnaud

Alpine Lodge Reviews

Reviews

9.0

Wonderful

Rating 10 - Excellent. 259 out of 493 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 195 out of 493 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 32 out of 493 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 6 out of 493 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 1 out of 493 reviews

9.2/10

Cleanliness

9.2/10

Staff & service

9.0/10

Amenities

8.4/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

8/10 Good

Emily

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Great hot tub on site, perfect after hiking
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025

10/10 Excellent

Christian

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great value for money
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026

10/10 Excellent

Judy

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Breakfast was à la carte (not free) and delicious! Dinner in the lodge was also excellent. Appreciated renting the hot tub to soak sore muscles!
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026

8/10 Good

Rebecca

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
A cracker of a find to stay. Even with miserable weather, this hotel was great. Loved the loft style accommodation to accompany our family. Food was beautiful and staff were wonderful. A great place to stay to chill and relax
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2025

10/10 Excellent

Alicia

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Wonderful dining options. The tower of pancakes did not disappoint! A very charming and welcoming lodge to all. Bonita was a lovely host and made our stay extra special :)
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2026

10/10 Excellent

Jo

Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025

10/10 Excellent

Nick

Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025

10/10 Excellent

laurie

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Loved this little gem. Clean, spacious, all the amenities of a lodge. Friendly staff, wonderful rooms, wood everywhere, authentic, charming.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025

10/10 Excellent

David

Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2025

8/10 Good

STEPHEN

Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025

10/10 Excellent

Bart

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Clean place. Good amenities.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

Thomas

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
room was OK typical motel style. wonderful area to walk and hike.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jonnece

Travelled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great room, fantastic amenities
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

William

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Super
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

Barry

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Wonderful stay and beautiful area to explore especially the lakes and rivers.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

Danielle

Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

8/10 Good

Linda

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
The room was comfortable and warm but fairly dated for the price. The restaurant was divine. Fabulous food and good service
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

8/10 Good

Kelvin

Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

8/10 Good

Jo

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Excellent restaurant. Great heater in the room and excellent shower. Huge bathroom. Very comfortable bed. Great location and view from room. The room was very clean, just a bit dated. Nice to have a fridge.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Dennis

Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

B J

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Nice weekend getaway. Staff and food were great
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

shern

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Beautiful setting. Comfortable room. Good food and friendly staff.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Andrew

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Yam Fei

Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

William

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025