Mr & MRS Smith Hapuku Lodge & Tree Houses

This is an A++ boutique lodge. We stayed for 3 nights in Treehouse #5. The treehouse accommodations were of the highest quality. Great views. Unique experience. Very comfortable and modern. Top-notch all around. Breakfast and dinner were included. The food was outstanding. Each dish was expertly presented, creative and the flavors exploded in your mouth. For dinner each night had a different menu. The dining experience is what I have come to expect from highly rated/reputable/renowned restaurants. Our meals were some of the best we have had in our many travels. Service was impeccable. The grounds are beautifully landscaped. You can tell that there was a lot of thought that went into creating a quiet, beautiful and natural landscape. The land around the property is amazing with a grove of olive trees in the back and large New Zealand deer in the front. The landscaping has been designed to attract certain birds. The sounds and sights of birds were ever-present (and very soothing). Finally, all of the staff we met (at check-in, check-out, dining or just on the grounds) deserve high marks for customer service. They all had great energy, pleasant personalities, and were very attentive. You could tell they wanted you to have the best experience. Collectively, this was one of the best assembled support staff we have been exposed to in our many travels in the USA or around the world. We did not use the pool area or the SPA. But both looked first-rate. If we ever returned to the Kaikoura area, we would definitely stay here again. If you can swing the higher pricing, definitely stay in a treehouse. Thanks to Hapuku Lodge & Tree Houses for delivering a very memorable experience.

We had a “wow” moment when we entered our treehouse… complete with two panoramic windows, our room was spacious and extremely well appointed with a superb attention to detail - shower & free standing bath, vast array of additional toiletries, coffee/tea making facilities with freshly baked cookies and a complimentary half bottle of wine (daily room service with fresh towels & top-up of beverages & cookies). We couldn’t quite believe the privileged scenes - the Pacific Ocean on one side, and the mountain range from the other with herds of majestic deer in the foreground. The whole site is well managed, with an olive tree plantation, and a vegetable garden with salads & herbs used in the breakfasts & dinners. There is also a swimming pool, hot tub and sauna. Hapuku Lodge & Tree Houses is roughly 15 minutes drive from Kaikoura, where there are a few shops, cafes & information centres as well as ‘the Peninsula’ where seals can be found (in season).

Beautiful facility, great service. Every staff member we interacted with was super friendly and competent. The treehouses are *gorgeous* -- having a view out both sides, to the ocean and mountains, is stunning. Loved the walk out to the ocean in the morning -- short but lovely.

Amazing accommodations with beautiful views, wonderful food and fantastic hospitality! We stayed in two of the treehouses. Not many stairs, but high enough for beautiful views of both the countryside and the ocean. The rooms were spacious and comfortable with great amenities including a cozy seating area with a fireplace. Both breakfast and dinner were included, and were beautifully presented and delicious using so many ingredients from their own farm. Lots of great cocktail options and a nice area to enjoy drinks before dinner. We also enjoyed the pool, hot tub and sauna. Close enough to Kaikoura to enjoy all the activities there, yet unique and special. One of our favorite stays in NZ!!

What a beautiful lodge. Stunning setting surrounded by mountains, excellent food and a bonus of an outdoor heated pool and jacuzzi with views across the paddock of deer. Rooms are incredible with every mod con you could imagine, and an original Picasso in the Olive Lodge! Two nights at least is a must. There are some lovely walks in the area and the lodge is so nice you won’t want to leave.

Beautiful property in a wonderful spot. Could not fault it. Lodge suite was fantastic, and the amenities are tastefully done. Views of the ranges are spectacular and just a short walk to the coast. There are nice walks around the property and the staff were attentive and friendly.