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Lake Ferry Hotel
At a Glance
- if you like the feeling of being at the end of the earth, this is for you
- you'll also love the food and the friendly welcome
Pros
- don't expect the Ritz
Cons
Lake Ferry Hotel Review
The North Island's southernmost pub sits almost on the beach, with breathtaking views across Cape Palliser to the South Island's Kaikoura Ranges, at this no-frills hotel. The rooms are plain, but having a drink on the deck at sunset is an unbeatable experience. The menu ($$) focuses on fish. The local, classic whitebait fritters are served on salad greens with tomato salsa. This place is so Kiwi, you get a chocolate fish with your cappuccino. (Chocolate fish are iconic Kiwi candy, chocolate-covered pink marshmallows.)
- Address: Lake Ferry, Lake Ferry, 5772 | Map It
- Phone: 06/307-7831
- Website: www.lakeferryhotel.co.nz
- Location: Palliser Bay and Cape Palliser
Contact Information
- 8 rooms, 1 with shower; 1 10-bunk dorm.
- Rate includes breakfast.
- Credit cards accepted.
Hotel Details
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