Welcome To Dusky Lodge
Dusky Lodge located in Kaikoura is a great place to relax, unwind and take in the great views and spectacular sunsets from our extensive decks. We have the perfect set up for a family or group that is looking for budget accommodation while exploring the local region. In summer, soak up the sun at our resort style complex with a large saltwater outdoor heated pool and enjoy a choice of Mexican cuisine from Sicarios Kaikoura & licensed bar. In winter, get cozy by the roaring fire, pick from our range of board games or relax in the spa. Book direct with us to access student discounts, members of The Backpacker Group and Explore Our Backyard get special deals too. Dusky Lodge really is lodge quality at budget prices!
Featured Accommodation
Dorm Rooms
We have different size dormitories to choose from including female only dorms.
Family Rooms
Family Rooms with and without Ensuites. We can cater for up to 10 people in...
5 Bedroom House
5 Bedroom house with a double room and bunks. The house can hold up to 15...
Here's what makes your stay with us so special
Our large saltwater heated pool and spa along with Sicarios licensed café is the ideal way to keep the kids entertained or relax with a book and drink.
We are the group specialists of Kaikoura. Sports teams, school groups, tourist groups, university groups you name it they have probably stayed with us.
Yes we are dog friendly. Conditions are; cute, cuddly and friendly, if so then they are welcome to stay and enjoy our guest relations manager George.
What our previous guests have said
Clean and well presented rooms with very well organised kitchen with great storage and very clean. Great service for our late check in and friendly reception
Michelle Bennett
Rooms, kitchen and toilets are very neat tidy. I never stayed in backpackers before.However this time i really enjoyed my stay there. They got some really
somnath sen
Awesome pool and spa, beautiful amenities, very clean and modern, wonderful staff
Veva Maree
Awesome location, lovely pools, friendly helpful staff and clean facilities. It is very good value for money. The kitchen is well equipped. The showers have
eiuol8
Bruce – Renwick Premiers, 2021 The facilities and accommodation were excellent and perfect for the boys stay and the Management and players would like
Bruce – Renwick Premiers
Wonderful stay at Dusky! Such a warm welcome from Russel and George, and friendly fellow backpackers and travelling families. This place caters to all. Spa
Freerangekiwi
We stayed for one night and it was fantastic! We got a private family room with an ensuite, the beds were nice and the room was spacious. The pool and spa were
Hope
Great value for money $20 stay cheaper than a unpowered tent site. Good location right in the CBD so easy to get to places. Cool mini movie cinema and rock
Josh Maddren
Clean and plenty facilities, good Wifi, very affordable and excellent staff. The hostel Dog George is an absolute highlight! Highly recommend staying here.
Nicole Prieg
Josh Borella – Frontiers Abroad Instructor, 2019 Frontiers Abroad has been coming to the Dusky lodge for several years now and typically we come twice a
Josh Borella – Frontiers Abroad Instructor, 2019