Raetihi Lodge offers an All-inclusive private boutique lodge on the waterfront in the Marlborough Sounds, South Island, New Zealand.
You can choose to stay for 2, 3 or 4-nights as Stay & Dine guests during our dedicated weekends and periods, OR you can book the entire lodge for your Private Exclusive Use group.
Exclusive Use on the 50-acre estate includes: Accommodation, all Meals, Private Chef/Staff and we accommodate between 10 – 28 guests.
Human connections are the foundation of what we offer with our All-Inclusive Exclusive Use facility at Raetihi Lodge.
When the Lodge is not being used for Exclusive Use bookings, we also offer limited bookings for our All-Inclusive Stay & Dine Packages.
These are available many weekends throughout the year, together with more flexible Stay & Dine dates that are offered over the Summer/Autumn/New Year period. Our available dates are listed below.
Bookings are made on our BOOK NOW online website booking calendar below.
If you have any questions or issues with booking online, please email lodge@raetihilodge.co.nz or call us to book your Stay & Dine package on: +64 3 573 4300 
The pandemic taught us our soul craves connection, family and friends. Now is a good time to surround yourself with family and friends to create the moments that should not go uncelebrated. Nature in the Marlborough Sounds is now inviting us to explore and remind us of her beauty and therapeutic qualities once again.
One of Marlborough Sounds best kept secrets. A truly luxurious home away from home, where you’ll want for nothing and make wonderful new friends. Thank you wonderful team.
Katriona Hilliard & family, UK/New Zealand
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2024-25 Season Dates
Our 2024-25 Stay & Dine package dates are now available for bookings.
2024
December
Thursday 19 Dec. – Sunday 22 December 2024
Saturday 28 December – Sunday 12 January 2025
2025
January
Wednesday 1 January – Tuesday 21 January 2025
Thursday 23 January – Monday 27 January
February
Thursday 6 Feb. - Monday 10 February 2025
Friday 14 Feb. – Monday 17 February
Friday 21 Feb. – Tuesday 25 February
Thursday 27 Feb. – Sunday 2 March
March
Friday 7 March – Monday 10 March 2025
Friday 14 March – Monday 17 March
Friday 21 March – Monday 24 March
Thursday 27 March – Sunday 30 March
April
Thursday 3 April – Monday 7 April 2025
Thursday 17 April – Monday 21 April 2025 (Easter)
We're also planning some exciting weekend retreats for guests centred around food & cuisine, wines, literary artists, yoga and flower-arranging. More to come...
Available dates at a glance ...
Stay & Dine Calendar to save or print
Choose your Stay & Dine Package
Our Stay & Dine Package is for 2 people, all inclusive.
Your stay includes:
Premium waterfront Seaview room
3-course Chef’s Table dinners (we cater to any dietary requests)
Complimentary use of kayaks, stand-up paddle boards and mountain bikes
Welcome drink from the bar
Platter or Chef's selection for lunches
Daily Full American breakfasts & espresso coffee/tea
2024-25 Rates
2-Nights $1,850 total cost for 2 people per room
3-Nights $2,650 total cost for 2 people per room
4-Nights $3,400 total cost for 2 people per room
1-Night $1,050 (DBB only) for 2 people per room
Water transfers with our Skipper & private Lodge Boat, are available from/to Havelock Marina, on request.
Bookings are made on our BOOK NOW online website booking calendar above.
If you have any questions or issues with booking online, please email lodge@raetihilodge.co.nz or call us to book your Stay & Dine package on: +64 3 573 4300
Travelling with Children?
Children are welcome at Raetihi Lodge. One child rollaway bed or cot is allowed in each Sea View room. We also have a Garden View triple Family room available that can easily take a fourth bed or cot. Our prices are based on the age of the children:
Extra bed in room for child (6-12 years only) with BLD meals $140 per night
Extra bed in room for child (13 - 17 years) with BLD meals $185 per night
Travelling Solo?
We love to welcome everyone to Raetihi Lodge, and we'll ensure you'll feel comfortable.
Single person in room - All inclusive of accommodation, meals & activities
2 Nights - $ 1,390
3 Nights - $ 1,950
4 nights - $ 2,450
1 Night - $ 850 (DBB only)
Our restaurant is NOT open to the public, so the entire 50-acre estate and facilities will be yours to use, including kayaks and mountain bikes.
I will daydream about Raetihi Lodge for years to come! We met wonderful people, enjoyed beautiful weather, food and views. We will return one day. Thank you.
Chad & Christie Muclay Madison, WI USA
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Premium waterfront Seaview room
3-course Chef’s Table dinners (we cater to any dietary requests)
Complimentary use of kayaks, stand-up paddle boards and mountain bikes
Welcome drink from the bar
Platter or Chef's selection for lunches
Daily Full American breakfasts & espresso coffee/tea
Welcome to Raetihi Lodge All-Inclusive Exclusive Use facility
We invite our guests to experience Raetihi Lodge through new endeavours, whether it’s to:
- reunite family to nurture connection, a sense of self and belonging, joy and laughter
- be surrounded by old friends, share stories and celebrate significant birthdays, small intimate weddings or occasions whilst being at one with nature
- be together in a space to inspire colleagues and creativity
We want our guests to feel the intangibles of serenity and peace derived from our surroundings. With your own private chef, house staff and scrumptious meals, you’ll feel like they’re sitting in the comfort of their own home whilst being spoilt with the food and service of a boutique hotel.
With this in mind we invite you to absorb, connect, reflect and be mindful in the beautiful surroundings and facilities at Raetihi Lodge.
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While you stay at Raetihi Lodge
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Absorb.
AbsorbTake in the colours of nature, birdsong, night skies, stillness, clean crisp air and taste of fresh local produce.
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Connect.
ConnectSense of reconnection is a real need for people… almost something you don’t realise you are missing until you experience it.
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Mindful & Reflect.
MindfulBe present. Immersed in another way of being. Reflect on the past, present & future. Be grateful for what you have.
More than accommodation at Raetihi Lodge
Inspire our guests to achieve a sense of completeness, belonging, healing, restoration & joy.