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AWARDS & PRESS

Every recognition reflects the care, personal service and attention to detail behind each stay at Lodge by the Beach. We are proud to share the awards, guest ratings and independent media coverage that celebrate our lodge and the beautiful Nelson Tasman region we call home.

AWARDS & GUEST RECOGNITION

MICHELIN Guide

Hotel Selection 2026

Lodge by the Beach is proudly selected in the MICHELIN Guide. We are currently the only accommodation property in the Nelson Tasman region included in the Guide. This recognition celebrates the distinctive character, personal hospitality and guest experience of our intimate four-suite retreat on the Abel Tasman coast.
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Google Reviews

5.0/5 Guest Rating

Lodge by the Beach holds a perfect 5.0/5 rating on Google, reflecting consistently exceptional feedback from guests who have experienced the lodge, its setting, dining and personalised service.
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Booking.com

10/10 Guest Review Score

Lodge by the Beach currently holds a perfect 10/10 review score on Booking.com, based on verified feedback from guests who booked and stayed through the platform.
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Tripadvisor

5.0/5 Traveller Rating

Lodge by the Beach holds a perfect 5.0/5 traveller rating on Tripadvisor, reflecting outstanding guest feedback across the overall lodge experience, from our secluded coastal setting and suites to dining and personal service.
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Qualmark 5-Star Lodge

5-Star Lodge | Silver Sustainable Tourism Award

Lodge by the Beach has been officially awarded a 5-Star Lodge rating and Silver Sustainable Tourism accreditation by Qualmark New Zealand, recognising the exceptional quality of our facilities, services and commitment to sustainable tourism.
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PRESS

Kia Ora Magazine

9 November 2026

Lodge by the Beach Featured in Kia Ora Magazine

"Walking to the sound of waves hitting the beach is all part of the magic."

Lodge by the Beach was featured in Kia Ora magazine’s November 2026 issue, highlighting our secluded coastal retreat in the Nelson Tasman region.
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The Press

17 October 2026

Lodge by the Beach Recognised by Michelin Guide

"Privacy, personal attention and giving guests the freedom to experience this beautiful part of Nelson Tasman at their own pace."

The Press highlights Lodge by the Beach among Nelson Tasman’s internationally recognised luxury retreats, celebrating its inclusion in the Michelin Guide hotel selection. The article showcases the lodge’s secluded coastal setting, private dining and personalised guest experiences.
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The Guardian

4 April 2026

The most beautiful coast in the world? Exploring New Zealand’s overlooked Nelson Tasman by sand and sea

"High-end travellers will be drawn to the stunning Lodge by the Beach … with golden sands of its own."

The Guardian featured Lodge by the Beach in its exploration of Nelson Tasman, highlighting our private golden-sand beach and setting beside Split Apple Cove.
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Explore by day. Return to quiet luxury by the sea.

After a day in Abel Tasman or Nelson Tasman, return to ocean views, private beach access and fine dining prepared by our professional private chef.

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+64 20 445 45 00 - Luba (WhatsApp available)

Address:

44 Venture Cove Way, Kaiteriteri, Tasman, New Zealand

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