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Hotel Amenities
Property Features
The hostel offers a restaurant and a coffee shop/cafe. A bar/lounge is on site where guests can unwind with a drink. Wireless Internet access is complimentary. Event facilities measuring 215 square feet (20 square meters) include conference space. This eco-certified hostel also offers a spa tub, a library, and a terrace. Concierge services and wedding services can be provided. Complimentary uncovered self parking is available on site. A total renovation of this property was completed in September 2023.
Kinloch Wilderness Retreat is a smoke-free property.
- Barbecue grill(s)
- Library
- Picnic area
- Coffee/tea in common areas
- Number of spa tubs - 1
- Number of bars/lounges - 1
- Front desk (limited hours)
- Conference space
- Uncovered parking
- Tours/ticket assistance
- Year Built - 1868
- Free self parking
- Free WiFi
- Smoke-free property
- Number of coffee shops/cafes - 1
- Conference space size (meters) - 20
- Area shuttle (surcharge)
- Number of meeting rooms - 1
- Terrace
- Luggage storage
- Wheelchair accessible – no
- Coin laundry on site
- Breakfast available (surcharge)
- Number of restaurants - 1
- Firewood (free)
- Concierge services
- Conference space size (feet) - 215
- Gift shops or newsstand
- Shared microwave
- Shared refrigerator
- Gas grill
- Hosted evening meal
- Laundry facilities
- Total number of rooms - 19
- Television in common areas
- Internet access - wireless
- Number of floors - 1
- Number of buildings/towers - 2
- Arcade/game room
- Wedding services
- Garden
- Outdoor furniture
- Hosted evening meal (reserve)
- Smooth flooring in public areas
- Thin carpet in public areas
Family Friendly Amenities
- Number of living rooms
- Free WiFi
- Laundry facilities
- Separate dining area
- Full-sized refrigerator/freezer
- Microwave
Room Amenities
Kinloch Wilderness Retreat offers 19 accommodations with shared/communal kitchens and hair dryers. Rooms open to balconies or patios. These individually decorated and furnished accommodations have separate dining areas. Full-sized refrigerators/freezers, microwaves, and rice cookers are provided. Housekeeping is provided on request.
- Free local calls
- Free toiletries
- Hair dryer
- Separate sitting area
- Microwave
- Cookware, dishware, and utensils
- Wireless internet access
- Separate dining area
- Full-sized refrigerator/freezer
- Stovetop
- Individually furnished
- Individually decorated
- Separate living room
- Balcony or patio
- Shared/communal kitchen access
- Heating
- Oven
- Rice cooker
- Towels provided
- Bedsheets provided
- Toaster
- Number of beds 1
- Housekeeping on request
- Spices
- Toaster oven
- Soap
- Shampoo
- Toilet paper
- Local maps
- Window screens
- Guidebooks or recommendations
- Laundry detergent
- Restaurant dining guide
- Freezer
Parking
Free self parking
Internet
Available in all rooms: Wireless internet access
Available in some public areas: Free WiFi , Internet access - wireless
Food & Drink
A hosted evening meal is available for a surcharge daily (reservations required).
The Fernery - This restaurant specializes in local cuisine and serves breakfast, dinner, and light fare. Guests can enjoy drinks at the bar. A children's menu is available. Happy hour is offered. Reservations are required.
Nearby Activities
Recreational amenities at the hostel include a spa tub.
The recreational activities listed below are available either on site or nearby; fees may apply.
- Fishing on site
- Golfing nearby
- Rock climbing nearby
- Mountain biking nearby
- Kayaking on site
- Ziplining nearby
- Horse riding nearby
- Hunting nearby
- Rafting nearby
- Boat tours nearby
- Mountain climbing nearby
- Bicycle rentals on site
- Hiking/biking trails nearby
Hotel Policies
Payment types
Fees
Optional extras
- Fee for cooked-to-order breakfast: approximately NZD 20 to 32 for adults, and NZD 9 to 15 for children
- Rollaway bed fee: NZD 20 per night
- Hosted evening meal: NZD 90
The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may not include tax and are subject to change.
Check-in
Check-in time ends at anytime
Check-in time starts at 2:00 PM
Minimum check-in age is: 18
Check-out
Check-out time is 10:00 AM
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 major credit cards, debit cards, and cash
Cashless transactions are available
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and a first aid kit
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A cash deposit, credit card, or debit card for incidental charges and government-issued photo identification may be required upon check-in.
Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in. Special requests can't be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.
This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business, or profession. This property accepts major credit cards, Visa, Mastercard, American Express, Union Pay, debit cards, and cash. For guests' safety, the property includes a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, and a first aid kit in each accommodation. Cashless payment methods are available for all transactions. Contactless check-in and contactless check-out are available.
Staff temperature checks are not conducted regularly
Temperature checks are not available to guests
Bed sheets and towels are not washed at a temperature of at least 60°C/140°F
Commonly-touched surfaces are cleaned with disinfectant
Property confirms they are implementing guest safety measures
Contactless check-out is available
Pets allowed in specific rooms only
Property does not follow sanitization practices of any association
Staffed front desk
Guest will receive an email before arrival 24 hours
Property mobile app required for guests
Property mobile app name Elok
Smoke detector
Service animals are allowed
Service animals are exempt from fees/restrictions
UnionPay
Front desk opens daily at 8:00 AM
Front desk closes daily at 6:00 PM
Guest accommodation is not sealed after cleaning
Electrostatic spray is not used for disinfection
Cashless transactions are available
Pets allowed (no fees)
Masks are not compulsory at the property
Contactless food service / room service is not available
Reservation is not required for facilities onsite
Property is cleaned with disinfectant
Staff does not wear personal protective equipment
Protective clothing is available to guests
Mobile key entry is not available
Gloves are available to guests
Food service has not been amended for enhanced safety
No shield between guests and staff in main contact areas
Guests are provided with free hand sanitizer
Social distancing measures are in place
Contactless check-in is available
Guests will receive an email with special check-in instructions
No elevators
Property confirms they are implementing enhanced cleaning measures
Individually-wrapped food options are not available
Debit cards
No gap period between guest stays
Children and extra beds
- Children are welcome.
- Rollaway/extra beds are available for NZD 20 per night.
Pet Policy
- Pets stay free
- Dogs only
- 2 total pets
- Specific rooms only
- Pet-friendly rooms can be requested by contacting the property at the number on the booking confirmation
- Service animals welcome
We should mention
This property allows pets in specific rooms only. Guests can request one of these rooms by contacting the property directly, using the contact information on the booking confirmation.
Cashless payment methods are available for all transactions.
Contactless check-in and contactless check-out are available.
Hotel Names
- Kinloch Backpacker
- Kinloch Lodge Hostel
- Kinloch Lodge Hostel
- Hostel/Backpacker accommodation Kinloch Lodge - Hostel Kinloch
- Kinloch Kinloch Lodge - Hostel Hostel/Backpacker accommodation
- Hostel/Backpacker accommodation Kinloch Lodge - Hostel
- Kinloch Lodge - Hostel Kinloch
- Kinloch Lodge Backpacker
- Kinloch Lodge
- Kinloch Lodge Hostel
- Kinloch Wilderness Retreat Hostel
- Kinloch Wilderness Retreat Kinloch
- Kinloch Wilderness Retreat Hostel/Backpacker accommodation
Awards & Affiliations
Eco-Certified Property
This property participates in Qualmark Sustainable Tourism Business Award, a program that measures the property's impact on one or more of the following: environment, community, cultural-heritage, the local economy.
- Qualmark Sustainable Tourism Business Award
National Rating
Qualmark® assigns an official star rating for accommodations in New Zealand. This Backpacker property is rated 4 stars.
Official New Zealand Rating provided by Qualmark®
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