Accommodation



St Arnaud has accommodation to suit the budget conscious right through to a little luxury in this stunning Alpine Village environment.

Nelson Lakes Motels
www.nelsonlakes.co.nz
Quality Accommodation - 17 self contained motel units all with own kitchens and ensuites, log and contemporary design. Sky TV, spa and wireless internet.
Ski accommodation packages available
For reservations call 03 521 1887 or book through the website.


The Travers-Sabine Lodge
www.nelsonlakes.co.nz
Quality backpackers accommodation for individuals, families and groups, log fire, Sky TV and spa.


The Alpine Lodge
www.alpinelodge.co.nz
Quality accommodation for couples, families and groups. An architecturally styled lodge in a natural setting at the very edge of Nelson Lakes National Park.

Alpine Chalet
www.alpinelodge.co.nz
Perfect for the budget traveller, right next door to the Alpine Lodge, with twin family rooms and bunk rooms. There is a cheerful cafe for dining in or take-away, guests may also enjoy the restaurant, lounge and bar at the Alpine Lodge.

Tophouse Historic Homestead
www.tophouse.co.nz

Built in 1887 of cob as an accommodation house for passers through the area.
Now have NZ's smallest fully licensed bar after a 39 year break.
B&B (antique style) plus self contained chalets that accommodate up to 5 guests.
Hear the stories of the past, feel the warmth and experience the atmosphere.
Sit in front of the open fire, enjoy specialty four course meals (Wild pork/Venison) while enjoying a good glass of wine with spectacular views of the surrounding mountains. Just 10 minutes from beautiful Lake Rotoiti and 20 minutes from Rainbow ski field. -
1 hours drive from Nelson and Blenheim airports
$ 100 - 135 per night. Rates are per room or Chalet.
Winter ski special is Dinner bed and breakfast for minimum of two paying for guests for July, August, September 2010 for only $105.00 per person. Pre bookings essential  
Lunch meals available: Soups, fish and chips, burgers, quiches etc. Open daily from 11am-5pm in July, August and September. Closed Tuesdays and Wednesdays but open for accommodation.


Tel:0800-544-545
Email: info@tophouse.co.nz

Wairau Pass B&B/Homestay
www.wairau-pass.co.nz

Closest accommodation to Rainbow Valley, 9km from St Arnaud Village. Your every need is catered for with personal service in a comfortable, friendly, eco-designed adobe brick home with a great open fire.  Rainbow season special: Bed & Breakfast - $130 for couple for first night with following nights discounted by one third (e.g. 3 nights for ONLY $300); 3 course evening meal $25-30 pp, other meals on application - special diets catered for. Complementary hot mulled wine after a great day's skiing/snowboarding. Sleeps 6 - 2 queen rooms for couples (one ensuite); one room with twin single beds with shared guest bathroom. Children welcome.

Wairau Pass B&B/Homestay, 8432 State Highway 63, (Cnr Tophouse Road), Wairau Pass, St Arnaud, RD2, NELSON 7072

email:helen@wairau-pass.co.nz 

Phone: 03 521 1148


Avarest B&B

St Arnaud
P 03 5211864
email: avarestbnb@xtra.co.nz
Website: www.avarestbnb.co.nz

"St Arnaud House" Bed & Breakfast

Peace and tranquillity are the distinctive hallmarks of Nelson Lakes National Park. St. Arnaud House provides the perfect location for the many activities and adventures to be found in the park. 
St Arnaud House is set in the mature native beech forest surrounding the village of St Arnaud, 600 meters to the idyllic Lake Rotoiti and the surrounding Nelson Lakes National Park. 
Whether you desire a romantic break or adventure holiday, or just yearn for fresh mountain air, St. Arnaud House is the perfect location.
Come warm your toes in front of the log-burner after a great day's skiing, fishing or hiking. relax with a great espresso coffee, sit down to one of Margery's superb home cooked evening dinners. 
Dinner includes a complimentary  glass of wine. (evening dinners, and lunches are available by prior arrangement.) 
 Share Twin $150.00-$195.00 Per night Including a hearty cooked breakfast

St Arnaud House

4 Holland Street

PO Box 88 St Arnaud 7053

+64 3 546 7229 7 & +64 027 2023501

mail@st-arnaudhouse.co.nz


Holiday Homes

www.starnaud.co.nz
Also available for the longer term and larger groups.

Marlborough and Blenheim

Henry Maxwells
28 Henry Street
Blenheim

Only 1 hour from Rainbow - enjoy the wineries and restaurants to complete your skiing holiday    www.henrymaxwells.co.nz



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