Just 15 minutes by boat from Picton, The Portage Resort offers rooms with a private balcony or patio and features stunning views of the Marlborough Sounds.You can relax by the outdoor pool, go fishing from the beach or rocks, hike the Queen Charlotte track, or simply unwind on the grassed areas that surround the hotel. All rooms come with private bathrooms and tea/coffee making facilities. The Korimako rooms/units and the Tui Terrace rooms have beautiful views over Kenepuru Sound. Portage Restaurant, Cafe & Bar features contemporary New Zealand cuisine and excellent views over the water and is open daily. Snapper Bar & Eatery offers casual waterfront dining for breakfast, lunch or dinner. Local activities can be booked on your behalf including sea kayaking, mussel tours and winery tours from out of Picton.

Couples in particular like the location – they rated it 9.2 for a two-person trip.

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Property highlights

Top Location: Highly rated by recent guests (9.2)

Breakfast Info

Full English/Irish, Vegetarian, Vegan, Gluten-free


Availability

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Room Type
Number of guests
 
1 king bed
or
2 twin beds
1 king bed
2 twin beds
and
1 king bed
1 twin bed
1 twin bed
2 twin beds
and
1 queen bed
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Property practices

This property told us they've implemented certain practices across some or all of these categories: waste, water, energy and greenhouse gases, destination and community, and nature.
Guest reviews

Categories:

Staff
8.7
Facilities
7.6
Cleanliness
8.3
Comfort
8.4
Value for money
7.3
Location
9.2
High score for Portage
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See what guests loved the most:

  • Vivienne
    Australia Australia
    Complimentary morning shuttle up the hill to start of Queen Charlotte track was greatly appreciated.
  • Gary
    United States of America United States of America
    The room we got after we complained about our first room was large and comfortable with a lovely deck and comfortable bed. Restaurant was good.
  • Clarkson
    New Zealand New Zealand
    The hotel is under new management and I could not fault it. The staff were welcoming, attentive and super friendly. The reception and restaurant area looked newly renovated and was modern and fresh. My meal in the restaurant was very tasty. The...

Hotel area info

Restaurants
1 Restaurant On Site

  • THE PORTAGE RESTAURANT & BAR
    • Cuisine
      American • Seafood • Local • Asian • European
    • Open for
      Breakfast • Lunch • Dinner
    • Ambience
      Family-friendly
    • Dietary options
      Vegetarian • Vegan • Gluten-free • Dairy-free

Amenities of The Portage Resort

Most popular amenities
  • Outdoor swimming pool
  • Non-smoking rooms
  • Restaurant
  • Beachfront
  • WiFi
  • Family rooms
  • Tea/Coffee Maker in All Rooms
  • Bar
  • Private beach area
  • Breakfast
Bathroom
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels
  • Bathtub or shower
  • Private Bathroom
  • Toilet
  • Free toiletries
  • Hairdryer
  • Shower
Bedroom
  • Linens
Outdoors
  • Picnic area
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Beachfront
  • Private beach area
Kitchen
  • Electric kettle
Activities
  • Beach
  • Cycling
    Off-site
  • Hiking
    Off-site
  • Canoeing
    Additional charge
  • Fishing
    Off-site
Food & Drink
  • Coffee house on site
  • Wine/Champagne
    Additional charge
  • Kids' meals
    Additional charge
  • Special diet meals (on request)
  • Snack bar
  • Bar
  • Restaurant
  • Tea/Coffee maker
Internet
WiFi is available in public areas and charges apply.
Parking
No parking available.
Services
  • Shuttle service
  • Daily housekeeping
  • Concierge
  • Baggage storage
  • Fax/Photocopying
  • Tour desk
  • Packed lunches
  • Meeting/Banquet facilities
    Additional charge
Safety & security
  • Fire extinguishers
  • CCTV in common areas
  • Smoke alarms
  • Key access
General
  • Smoke-free property
  • Heating
  • Carpeted
  • Family rooms
  • Non-smoking rooms
Outdoor swimming pool
Free!
  • Open all year
  • All ages welcome
  • Beach chairs/Loungers
Spa
  • Beach chairs/Loungers
Languages Spoken
  • English

House rules

The Portage Resort takes special requests – add in the next step!

Check-in

From 2:00 PM to 7:00 PM

Guests are required to show a photo ID and credit card at check-in

Check-out

From 7:00 AM to 10:00 AM

 

Cancellation/
prepayment

Cancellation and prepayment policies vary according to accommodations type. Please enter the dates of your stay and check what conditions apply to your preferred room.

Curfew

The entrance to the property is closed between 10:30 PM and 5:00 AM

Children & Beds

Child policies

Children of all ages are welcome.

Children 13 and above will be charged as adults at this property.

To see correct prices and occupancy info, add the number and ages of children in your group to your search.

Crib and extra bed policies

0 - 2 years
Crib upon request
NZD 25 per child, per night

Prices for cribs aren't included in the total price. They'll have to be paid for separately during your stay.

The number of cribs allowed depends on the option you choose. Check your selected option for more info.

There are no extra beds available at this property.

All cribs are subject to availability.

No age restriction

There's no age requirement for check-in

Pets

Pets are not allowed.

Groups

When booking more than 5 rooms, different policies and additional supplements may apply.

Mastercard Visa Eftpos Cash The Portage Resort accepts these cards and reserves the right to temporarily hold an amount prior to arrival.

The fine print
Must-know information for guests at this property

Please note that there is a nonrefundable 2% charge when you pay with a Visa or Mastercard credit card.

Guests under the age of 18 can only check in with a parent or official guardian. The legal guardian must provide a current photo ID or proof of guardianship if requested upon check-in.

Guests are required to show a photo ID and credit card upon check-in. Please note that all Special Requests are subject to availability and additional charges may apply.

Please inform The Portage Resort of your expected arrival time in advance. You can use the Special Requests box when booking, or contact the property directly using the contact details in your confirmation.

FAQs about The Portage Resort

  • The prices at The Portage Resort may vary depending on your stay (e.g. dates, hotel's policy etc.). To see prices, enter your dates.

  • Yes, this hotel has a pool. See details about the pool and other facilities on this page.

  • The Portage Resort offers the following activities/services (charges may apply):

    • Cycling
    • Hiking
    • Fishing
    • Canoeing
    • Beachfront
    • Beach
    • Private beach area
    • Swimming pool

  • The Portage Resort is 350 feet from the center of Portage. All distances are measured in straight lines. Actual travel distances may vary.

  • Guests staying at The Portage Resort can enjoy a highly-rated breakfast during their stay (guest review score: 5.0).

    Breakfast option(s) include:

    • Full English/Irish
    • Vegetarian
    • Vegan
    • Gluten-free
    • À la carte

  • The Portage Resort has 1 restaurant:

    • THE PORTAGE RESTAURANT & BAR

  • Check-in at The Portage Resort is from 2:00 PM, and check-out is until 10:00 AM.

  • Room options at The Portage Resort include:

    • Twin/Double
    • Apartment
    • Studio