Ratanui Lodge

11/08/2026

One of our favourite things about Ratanui is that 'local' isn't a line in a brochure.

The mugs in our rooms are made by Nelson artist Sue Newitt. The coffee inside them comes from Nelson-based Sublime Coffee. Around the Lodge you'll also find work by Golden Bay artist Peter Geen.

Small details, perhaps. But put enough thoughtful local details together and a room starts to feel connected to the place outside it.

And yes, we take the first coffee of the morning quite seriously.

06/08/2026

If you need to celebrate an anniversary or just treat someone special, our 'Romantic Ratanui' package is designed to make your stay unforgettable.

Your package includes:
*Two nights in a Deluxe Room
*A three-course dinner for two on one evening
*Daily breakfast for two
*A stunning Teresa Brough Designer Flowers bouquet Teresa Brough Designer Florist
*A gift set from our of our luxurious local brands Manuka Dreams including 2 silk pillowcases & a NZ Manuka sleep mist to take home with you Manuka Dreams

Book your romantic escape today: https://ratanuilodge.com/packages1

31/07/2026

Discover the Best of Abel Tasman with our new 'Cruise & Stay' Package. Cruise along the stunning coastline with Abel Tasman Sea Shuttle , spot native Fur Seals, then disembark at Apple Tree Bay for a beautiful 2.5-hour walk through native bush and golden beaches to Anchorage. Your water taxi will be waiting to take you back.

Your package includes:
2 nights in a Deluxe Room | Cooked breakfast each morning | Dinner for two on one evening | Seals & Walk Cruise Experience | Packed lunch for two

Escape, explore, and unwind in one unforgettable getaway. Select dates apply.
Book now: https://ratanuilodge.com/packages1

28/07/2026

While Ratanui has the kettle off, fifteen minutes up the road Takaka is still buzzing with potters, painters, sculptors and woodturners.

Golden Bay has a huge variety of working artists, and Winter is a great time to visit the studios - next time you're up this way, even without us open, make a day of it.

Find out more about the studios here - www.ratanuilodge.com/golden-bay-arts

Photo credit: Village Market Takaka

22/07/2026

The days grow longer, the gardens burst back into colour, and there's no better time to escape for a few days of peace, comfort, and exceptional hospitality.

To celebrate the new season, we're offering 15% off selected Spring 2026 stays.

Wake to birdsong, enjoy a cooked breakfast each morning, unwind in our outdoor spa or pool, and explore everything Golden Bay has to offer before returning to the relaxed elegance of the lodge.

Book early to secure your preferred dates and welcome spring with a Golden Bay escape, link in bio.

19/07/2026

As the lodge rests through winter, our kitchen is anything but quiet.

Behind the scenes, our team is busy creating and refining the new season's menu -we can't wait to share what's cooking for the season ahead!

to some of the beautiful dishes we've had the pleasure of serving over the past few seasons has us counting down to October, when we'll once again welcome guests to the restaurant.

13/07/2026

A small but useful fact: you can still buy a Ratanui gift voucher right now, even with the doors shut.

It's a genuinely good move if you've got a birthday, anniversary, spring surprise or "just because" occasion coming up - give someone the gift of a stay they get to plan themselves, the moment we reopen.

No pressure, no rush, just a really good excuse for them to start daydreaming about Golden Bay.

Link in bio. We promise the unwrapping is the easy part.

09/07/2026

Today marks Matariki - the rising of the star cluster that signals the Māori New Year, and a national public holiday here in Aotearoa.

It's a time for three things: remembering those who've passed, celebrating where we are now, and setting intentions for what's ahead.

For us, that feels fitting.

We're mid-way through our own quiet season, getting ready for what spring brings, and there's something grounding about marking that alongside the rest of the country.

Wherever you are, we hope you get a moment to look up at the stars tonight. Mānawatia a Matariki.

07/07/2026

Mornings feel different in Golden Bay.

The first coffee is brewed. The breakfast menu is prepared to order. Sunlight filters through the dining room as another peaceful day begins.

Whether you're lingering over a long breakfast before exploring the beauty of Golden Bay, or simply enjoying the luxury of having nowhere to be, it's the perfect way to start the day.

📅 Reopening October 2026.
Spring bookings are now open.
Plan your next escape: https://ratanuilodge.com/

24/06/2026

Golden Bay has always attracted creators:
Potters.
Painters.
Woodworkers.
Makers.
Dreamers.

Perhaps it's the landscape.
Perhaps it's the slower pace.
Or perhaps it's simply a place that gives people room to create.

One of our favourite ways to spend a winter afternoon is exploring the studios and galleries scattered throughout the region.

You won't find chain stores here - you'll find artists opening workshop doors and sharing the stories behind their work.

Find out more about some of our local talented artists here - https://ratanuilodge.com/golden-bay-arts

Explore Golden Bay’s vibrant arts scene—studios, galleries, and local makers. Ratanui Lodge is your ideal base for a creative and inspiring getaway.