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Reviews of Cabot Lodge - Fiordland National Park

268C Hillside-Manapouri Road, 9679 Manapouri, New Zealand

#3 of 15 hotels in Manapouri

Guests' Choice

Review score

Based on 27 hotel reviews

9.9

Score breakdown

  • Cleanliness

    10.0

  • Comfort

    10.0

  • Location

    10.0

  • Facilities

    10.0

  • Staff

    10.0

  • Value for money

    9.1

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  • Reviewed: 11 May 2025

    10
    Wow. Fantastic and very relaxing.
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Deluxe Suite
    • Stayed 2 nights

    There was nothing we didn't like.

    WOW. Cabot lodge was superb in every way. Bridie and Brad were perfect hosts, Rob the Chef cooked amazing 5 star food, all the remaining staff top line. The views at the property were amazing. Our room was excellent, large and the open fire a real treat. We will definitely be back for longer next time, 2 days of being spoilt was not long enough. Thanks Bridie and Brad. Regards Bob and Angela

    Stayed in May 2025

  • Reviewed: 23 April 2025

    10
    Totally breathtaking property with amazing staff!
    • Leisure trip
    • Family with young children
    • Superior Villa
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted via mobile

    The most perfect stay. Everything was amazing!

    Stayed in April 2025

  • Reviewed: 25 February 2025

    10
    A hidden NZ gem not to be missed.
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Executive Suite
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted via mobile

    Nothing - it truly is excellent!

    Cabot Lodge was extraordinary - Birdie and Brad are born hosts and make their guests feel immediately at home. The quality, luxury and attention to detail in the accommodation and meals are exceptional. This place is not to be missed if you are lucky enough to be going when they have availability. Make sure you take full advantage of your time there, using the facilities, enjoying the stunning views and walking the property. A exceptional retreat!

    Stayed in November 2024

  • Reviewed: 7 December 2024

    9.0
    Wonderful place to stay.
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Deluxe Suite
    • Stayed 1 night

    Nothing

    Beautiful location, staff were excellent. Meal was superb.

    Stayed in December 2024

  • Reviewed: 4 December 2024

    10
    Luxurious, warm and welcoming lodge in a simply magical setting.
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Deluxe Suite
    • Stayed 1 night

    This was really a close to perfect stay. One very minor issue was that a curtain across the glass door into our room would have been good, as at night the glass let in a lot of bright light from the external security lighting.

    A luxury stay experience at the edge of the breathtakingly beautiful New Zealand Fiordland. The Lodge sits in a stunning rural setting, with sweeping views across beautiful Lake Manapouri to the snow-capped peaks beyond. Our hosts Breidi and Brad made us feel very welcome and at home. Gourmet dinner and breakfast included in the stay were outstanding, and upon request our hosts arranged a delicious picnic for us to take on our day cruise to Doubtful Sound. Our room was spacious and comfortable, and many thoughtful details enhanced our stay. Highlights for us included an afternoon relaxing in the Library in front of a crackling fire, and chatting to other Lodge guests in the lounge over pre-dinner drinks and canapes.

    Stayed in November 2024

  • Reviewed: 17 October 2024

    10
    Great 2 days at a beautiful place with exceptional service at the end of the world
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Deluxe Suite
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    The views were spectacular Rooms a good size Excellent service and delicious food and wine

    Stayed in October 2024

  • Reviewed: 6 August 2024

    10
    A truly unique place...
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Deluxe Suite
    • Stayed 2 nights

    Everything was amazing. Brad and Breidi were phenomenal hosts that looked after every need we had. One of the best travel experiences ever.

    Stayed in August 2024

  • Reviewed: 18 May 2024

    10
    This was a 10 star experience. Phenomenal place, and Breidi and Brad are exceptional hosts.
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Deluxe Suite
    • Stayed 2 nights

    We kept looking for a flaw. Literally couldn't find one. The attention to detail and service and our every need were exceptional.

    We were excited about staying here but blown away by the reality. Brad and Breidi are just exceptional hosts - people who love people and love their life running Cabot Lodge, and it shows. There are stunning views from every room and all the around the property, which is a garden show all on its' own. There is everything you could ask for in a room, details I hadn't realized I'd missed until we found them here. There were fresh flowers, fruit and cookies every day, and a selection of local wines and beers in the room. Every time we arrived back at the property Brad came out to greet us and ask if there was anything we needed. Honestly, anything guests need or want has been thought about in advance, but they personalize everyone's experience anyway. We got detailed personalized advice for every day's adventures, with an additional notecard the day we left giving recommendations for our stopover in Queenstown. I had a major Amazon delivery problem with a book I'd ordered as a gift for my husband and Breidie jumped on it and had it solved in no time - then surprised me by gift wrapping the book and leaving it in our room. Lovely (and fabulous) canopies and drinks at 6, unbelievably great dinner at 7 from a Chef we thought they must have brought in from a big city. Brad's breakfasts were fabulous. Can't say enough. We already miss it --

    Stayed in May 2024

  • Reviewed: 3 April 2024

    10
    We will ❤️❤️❤️ to come again. This was the highlight of our trip and closest to nature.
    • Leisure trip
    • Family with young children
    • Deluxe Suite
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    Excellent farm stay for mind and body relaxation. It was secluded, away from any city pollution. Excellent hosts (Breidi and Bred), with amazing staff (special shout-out to Chef Diego for his culinary skills). Great view of lake Minaoupri.

    Stayed in April 2024

  • Reviewed: 22 February 2024

    10
    Exceptional
    • Leisure trip
    • Group
    • Deluxe Suite
    • Stayed 1 night

    Absolutely nothing, except we wish we had booked a longer stay!

    Cabot Lodge was the best place we stayed during our vacation. It's a peaceful and relaxing retreat surrounded by gorgeous views of neighboring farms. We really loved walking the grounds and getting to know the farm sheep and mini horses. + The dinner was such a treat-- beautifully prepared and so tasty. I can't wait to return during my next visit.

    Stayed in January 2024

  • Reviewed: 21 February 2024

    10
    Inspirational
    • Leisure trip
    • Group
    • Deluxe Suite
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted via mobile

    Wonderful location. Helpful, knowledgeable, friendly owners

    Stayed in February 2024

  • Reviewed: 17 December 2023

    10
    Definitely the one of 2 highlights of our trip to New Zealand
    • Leisure trip
    • Group
    • Deluxe Suite
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted via mobile

    Our stay at Cabot Lodge was one of the highlights of our trip to NZ. It is a magical, idyllic location and our hosts Brad and Breidi and their team welcomed us with kindness and thoughtfulness in their attention to detail. We would definitely go back and stay longer next time we are in NZ! We HIGHLY recommend this most amazing experience at Cabot Lodge!

    Stayed in December 2023

  • Reviewed: 13 December 2023

    10
    Wonderful scenery and service. Couldnt fault our stay. Very memorable
    • Leisure trip
    • Group
    • Deluxe Suite
    • Stayed 2 nights

    To be made aware of the extras and the price of them. Got alittle surprise when we recieved our invoice at the end of our stay and how much we were charged for the glasses of wine.

    Stayed in November 2023

  • Reviewed: 17 September 2023

    10
    Amazing hospitality from Breidi and Brad
    • Leisure trip
    • Family with young children
    • Deluxe Suite
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    Beautifully appointed

    Stayed in September 2023

  • Reviewed: 18 April 2023

    10
    Perfection. Run or fly here . You won’t regret it
    • Leisure trip
    • Family with young children
    • Deluxe Suite
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    There wasn’t a single thing

    Everything was incredible perfection.

    Stayed in April 2023

  • Reviewed: 29 January 2023

    10
    Spectacular vistas, service and accommodations - wow!
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Deluxe Suite
    • Stayed 2 nights

    The quiet location surrounded by beautiful vistas and amazing hosts / service made for a perfect ending to our NZ holiday.

    Stayed in January 2023

  • Reviewed: 25 October 2022

    10
    The perfect NZ lodge getaway
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Deluxe Suite
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    Nothing

    Everything was perfect! Breidi and Brad were the most wonderful hosts, the property was stunning and so serene with gorgeous views and some very cute lamb running about. Highly recommend, we will be back!

    Stayed in October 2022

  • Reviewed: 8 October 2022

    10
    Cabot Lodge is a little slice of heaven everything about it is perfection . Brad and Bridie are the loveliest, kindest a
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Executive Suite
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted via mobile

    nothing

    Brad and Brodie are the most amazing host . The food was exceptional the accommodation and view were outstanding . The hot tub was a lovely touch

    Stayed in October 2022

  • Reviewed: 29 April 2025

    10
    Exceptional
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Deluxe Suite
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted via mobile

    There are no comments available for this review

    Stayed in April 2025

  • Reviewed: 5 April 2025

    10
    Exceptional
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Deluxe Suite
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted via mobile

    There are no comments available for this review

    Stayed in April 2025

  • Reviewed: 9 November 2024

    10
    Exceptional
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Deluxe Suite
    • Stayed 3 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    There are no comments available for this review

    Stayed in November 2024

  • Reviewed: 18 March 2024

    10
    the best!!! everything was perfect !!
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Executive Suite
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted via mobile

    There are no comments available for this review

    Stayed in February 2024

  • Reviewed: 12 November 2023

    10
    Exceptional
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Deluxe Suite
    • Stayed 4 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    There are no comments available for this review

    Stayed in November 2023

  • Reviewed: 19 April 2023

    9.0
    Superb
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Deluxe Suite
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted via mobile

    There are no comments available for this review

    Stayed in April 2023

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