Furneaux Lodge

Wow what a location. Loved staying here so much, an amazing experience. The views, the staff and accommodation were all 10/10. So relaxing from the minute of arrival, swing in the hammocks, wade in the crystal clear water or hop in the hot tub. Just a dream stay overall

We stayed in an executive suite - lovely and modern and comfy bed. Lovely garden views The restaurant meals were delicious Was relaxing and we did not miss a television Lots to see and do or do nothing Lots of staff who were very attentive Will stay again

Perfect. The facilities were great. Pool table, spa, badminton etc plus kayaks. Our room was excellent with plenty of room for us (2 adults 2 teens) to sit around. Wifi was good. Staff were great. The view from our room/ deck was so beautiful. The restaurant/bar was very good and lots of food options. It was priced high but it is remote and inaccessible so it was justified. Couldn’t fault it - an absolutely lovely place and would definitely go again!

I know opinions vary depending on where you stay at FL, but I for one had a wonderful stay for my birthday a few weeks ago. We stayed in one of the couples chalets, Endeavour Suites, and not too close to the hot tub which was in constant use (maybe there needs to be two haha). I had brought our own snacks but we splurged on a bottle of wine & had a lovely afternoon relaxing & enjoying the stunning views. The chalet was gorgeous. Don’t think there were any negatives. Maybe more hooks in the bathroom? I loved the bathroom products and wish I’d bought a gift pack as a reminder because they all smelt amazing! We also splashed out on the seafood platter for our bday dinner (it was husband’s bday as well) and special mention to the staff (man and two women -all dark haired) who were attentive, friendly, warm and efficient :) We were lucky enough to have cracking weather for our stay and the walk to Punga Cove the next day was the icing on a very sumptuous cake. Thank you Furneaux for a lovely weekend!

Went for a coffee stop on our walk to the Lodge, it was a beautiful day in a beautiful setting. But here came the biggest disappointment. payment for two coffees $19 !! My friend paid, so I had no idea, till the comment was made about it on the table. We ordered two coffees at the bar, one large Oat Mocca and a regular Flat White, both in a take away cup. We did not had to wait long, the coffees were made. What we received - two take a way cups, which had the same size and looked more like a small serving. The coffee was ok, but not the best quality in taste & temperature. A few hours later, on our way back to the Lodge, we popped by again to find out about the ridiculous high charges, we were wondering about, how they came together. There were no prices displayed at all on the Coffee bar's board. I know it is not a legal requirement, but would be helpful and appreciated! So we looked into the menu and found out that each coffee was $8, Oat milk $1 and each take away cup $1 !! Well, the person who took the order, never mentioned anything about the $1 charge for a take away cup, which I believe should've been pointed out, nor it was mentioned that the coffees are all the same size in serving. Furneaux Lodge, I believe you can do better than that!! Improvement is needed here!! You got such a perfect spot where you are placed in the Sounds, you have lots of visitors coming through, and people in New Zealand are high coffee lovers! And foreign visitors appreciate how we do coffee here too. Agree, that you pay transport $ to get your goods out there, but you shouldn't get greedy and spoil a Furneaux Lodge experience by charging those kind of money!

Had a night at Furneaux Lodge on Day 1 of the Queen Charlotte Track. What an absolute treat! We stayed in the hikers cabins. They're not big but enough room for hubby & I and our luggage. Heater was on when we arrived so was lovely and warm. New shared bathroom facilities - showers, toilets, hand basin. All very clean. We had dinner & drinks followed by breakfast the next morning. Food was great and staff were friendly. The setting is just stunning. Would love to take our adult children & their partners for a visit some time in future. Arrived at neighbouring accommodatio Palm Cove on Day 2 of track & got a hand-delivered parcel from Furneaux from one of the staff at Palm Cove. I'd left my PJs behind and they must have put it on one of the next water taxis. Thank you Furneaux Lodge so nice to know good old fashioned service is alive and well in NZ : )