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Possum Lodge

2.5 star property
Guests gather around the outdoor firepit or find tranquility in natural surroundings at this welcoming lodge where lasting memories are made

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Possum Lodge combines cozy comfort with natural beauty. Travelers appreciate the peaceful setting with its garden space, outdoor furniture for relaxing, and barbecue facilities. The property offers in-room WiFi for staying connected and a firepit for evening gatherings.

Reviews

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful

Popular amenities

  • Pet friendly
  • Parking included
  • Free WiFi
  • Laundry
The current price is P2,930
P3,370 total
includes taxes & fees
Jan 19 - Jan 20, 2026

Room options

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Free WiFi, bed sheets

Family Room

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(4 reviews)

Highlights

Heating
Kitchenette
Mini-fridge
Hair dryer
Private bathroom
Microwave
Cookware/dishes/utensils
Toaster
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Queen Bed and 2 Twin Beds

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Free WiFi, bed sheets

Basic Cabin

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)

Highlights

Heating
2 bathrooms
Shared/communal kitchen
  • 11 sq m
  • Park view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

Classic House

Highlights

Yard
Deck/patio
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Fireplace
Heating
Kitchen
Refrigerator
  • 100 sq m
  • 4 bedrooms
  • Sleeps 5
  • 1 Double Bed, 2 Queen Beds and 2 Twin Beds

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Free WiFi, bed sheets

Classic Double or Twin Room

Highlights

Heating
Kitchenette
Mini-fridge
Hair dryer
Private bathroom
Microwave
Cookware/dishes/utensils
Toaster
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Queen Bed and 1 Twin Bed

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Free WiFi, bed sheets

Basic Cabin

Highlights

Heating
Separate bedroom
2 bathrooms
Shared/communal kitchen
  • 11 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Park view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Twin Beds
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About the neighborhood

Map
13 Murrell Ave, Manapouri, Southland, 9679

What's nearby

  • Te Wahipounamu - 2 min walk - 0.2 km
  • Frasers Beach - 2 min walk - 0.2 km
  • Kepler Track - 14 min drive - 26.0 km
  • Fiordland National Park Visitor Centre - 15 min drive - 25.6 km
  • Lake Te Anau - 27 min drive - 27.4 km

Restaurants

  • ‪Manapouri Cafe & Dairy - ‬6 min walk
  • ‪The Church Manapouri - ‬6 min walk
  • ‪Real Journeys Cafe - ‬9 min walk
  • ‪mexican bay - ‬6 min walk

About this property

Possum Lodge

Property highlights
A firepit, a garden, and laundry facilities are just a few of the amenities provided at Possum Lodge. Stay connected with free in-room WiFi.
Other perks at this lodge include:
  • Free self parking
  • Barbecue grills, tour/ticket assistance, and luggage storage
  • Outdoor furniture
Room features
All guestrooms at Possum Lodge include amenities such as free WiFi.
More amenities include:
  • Heating and housekeeping

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Manapouri Holiday Park
  • Parking included
  • Free WiFi
  • Laundry
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8.8 out of 10, Excellent, 24 reviews
The price is P11,810
P13,582 total
includes taxes & fees
Jan 19 - Jan 20, 2026
Manapouri Holiday Park

Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Free uncovered self parking on site
  • Limited onsite self parking

Family friendly

  • Laundry facilities

Conveniences

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

Guest services

  • Change of bedsheets (on request)
  • Change of towels on request
  • Housekeeping (on request)
  • Tour and ticket assistance

Outdoors

  • Barbecue grill
  • Firepit
  • Garden
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Picnic area

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • No elevator
  • Stair-free path to entrance

More

  • Communal living room
  • Designated smoking areas

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided

More

  • Heating
  • Window screens

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; Check-in end time: anytime
Minimum check-in age: 16

Check-out

Check-out before 10:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

Front desk staffed during limited hours
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Access methods

Front desk (limited hours), key retrieval

Pets

Pets stay free
Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
Rollaway/extra beds are not available
Cribs (infant beds) are not available

Property payment types

Important information

You need to know

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
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a security system, and a first aid kit

We should mention

This property does not have elevators

National rating

Property class, provided by our rating system, is based on property type, amenities, and services.

Property is also known as

Possum Lodge Lodge
Possum Lodge Manapouri
Possum Lodge Lodge Manapouri

Frequently asked questions

Is Possum Lodge pet-friendly?

Yes, pets are allowed at this property.

How much does it cost to stay at Possum Lodge?

As of Dec 24, 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Possum Lodge on Jan 19, 2026 start from P 2,930.18, excluding taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

How much is parking?

Self parking is free at this property.

What time is check-in at Possum Lodge?

Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; Check-in end time: anytime.

What time is check-out at Possum Lodge?

Check-out is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Possum Lodge located?

Situated near the beach, this lodge is steps from Lake Manapouri and Te Wahipounamu. Frasers Beach is 0.2 mi (0.2 km) away.

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Reviews

Possum Lodge Reviews

9.2

Wonderful

9.0

Cleanliness

8.6

Amenities

9.4

Staff & service

9.0

Eco-friendliness

8.2

Property conditions & facilities
Rating 10 - Excellent. 29 out of 44 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 10 out of 44 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 4 out of 44 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 1 out of 44 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 44 reviews

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Helen

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great place to stay!
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

shelby

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Stayed here for a night before a Doubtful Sound cruise. The location was perfect (right down the street from the RealNZ ferry). The facilities were simple but very comfy. Right along the water with multiple paths around the grounds. Felt like a cool little community with many different travelers. Would definitely recommend to anyone traveling to this area!
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025

6/10 Okay

Kelly

Liked: Staff & service
The staff was very kind and friendly and the room itself was nice and cozy. But the shared facilities were not as well kept. The bathroom and shower facilities were messy/dirty - it was nearly impossible to keep anything dry in the shower areas. Overall, for the cost and location and short stay, it’s fine.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025

8/10 Good

shane

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Great stay

Very welcoming and the room we had was great for what was required
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Emi

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
It was an amazing location and the facilities were really clean and organized. It was a great stay.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Susan

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Quiet, lovely and comfortable beds.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Stephanie

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great setting good value
Stayed 5 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Sandra

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
A magical spot like no other, well worth staying at Possum Lodge for this alone…Highly recommend!
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2023

8/10 Good

Nigel

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Well set up and comfortable.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Greg

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We loved this place. Old but, in such great condition and quaint. The bed was super comfortable and Freddy the host, couldn't do enough to help. We have hesitation recommending Possum Lodge
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025

8/10 Good

Chihiro

Liked: Staff & service, amenities
Facilities looked and sneaky a bit old but no complaint. They have everything washer/drier, old style toaster/cooker, plates, etc. in the room. Fantastic location. We will choose here over Te Anau next time as well.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2025

8/10 Good

Bing

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We liked the self contained cabin while participating the Medford Sound guided tour from Te Anau. The cabin is rustic but the host keeps it clean.
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Linda

Quaint and friendly. Lovely surroundings.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2023

10/10 Excellent

Gavin

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Iconic bit of Old New Zealand holiday accommodation. Loved it.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Rachel

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The most beautiful place to stay in Fiordland. Cute retro cabin with great kitchen and bathroom. On the lake. Great walks around the area and easy walk to Real NZ port for boat to Doubtful Sound. Host Henry and his family were really friendly snd helpful - great experience visiting Possum Lodge

10/10 Excellent

Yeva

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Henry was amazing and showed us around the lodge! It's located near the water with wonderful views (and kayaks!), and a great outdoor fireplace. I wish we had gotten to stay longer!
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

ed

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Lovely little cottage. Very peaceful.
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2023

6/10 Okay

Claudia

Disliked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities

Basic place

The location is amazing. Just to the back you can walk along the lake. Very basic place. The room I was in was ok but due to poor isolation. So noisy. I sneezed and people next door said bless you. You could here everything
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Lorri

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Eclectic and rewarding

Super friendly staff, quite setting, everyone was so nice. Eclectic and rewarding. We enjoyed our stay.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2023

10/10 Excellent

Hemant

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Clean, comfortable and responsive host.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Grant

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
This place is everything to everybody. We stayed in a cabin which was away from the young campers and very quiet, but for a small place with a lot of people in it, it's very chilled. Awesome location to spend some time too. .
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2023

6/10 Okay

Lee

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Disliked: Amenities
Property was old but clean and tidy with a classic retro feel.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2024

8/10 Good

Andrew

Old fashioned. Clean and friendly staff.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Andrea

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Henry went out of his way to help us. He knew the local attractions and their costs in his head. This is a fantastic place for families with a games room, lounge and kitchen facilities. Next time we go to Manapouri, we will definitely stay here.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Excellent place for exploring Fiordland

We had a wonderful stay at Possum Lodge - much more than we expected! We booked one of the family cottages - cottage 2. As others have noted, it’s rustic, yet charming. We felt it was a good size for the three of us and the amenities were good. Best part was the surrounds - very well maintained and beautiful garden, set amongst native trees and right next to the lake. We had afternoons where we just chilled outside. The Church and the local cafe were both 5 minutes walk away, and we frequented both and enjoyed our meals. Would happily recommend this to anyone that like to be off the beaten track a bit.
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2025