Accommodation by Region

Rainbow Community Backpackers

11km from Takaka, situated in the tranquil and beautiful Anatoki Valley. Bordered by Kahurangi National Park and gateway to the mountains beyond. We offer the traveller the chance to get off the beaten track. Bush walks, tramping, swimming, waterfall walk, farm animals. Well appointed accommodation in our much loved Community House.

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Rose Cottage Motel

3 Unit Motel situated in Takaka Valley. 2.5 acres of beautiful and peaceful garden amongst 300 year old Totara trees. Each Unit has a full kitchen, private sun deck and quality furniture. Ideally situated to explore Golden Bay`s many attractions. Our 12 metre solar heated swimming pool is available to our guests.

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Takaka Camping Ground

Situated just 300 metres from town yet very rural and quiet. Home to the hottest showers in the world. Wi-Fi etc. Powered and non-powered sites. Share facility cabins available. Our pleasure is yours.

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Gazebo Backpackers

A great place to stay for the traveller looking for the smaller, quieter experience while enjoying all that Golden Bay has to offer.

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Junction Hotel Takaka

Your Hosts: Nola and Graham Drummond. Affordable accommodation. Tasty restaurant and bar meals. Three bars and bottle store. TAB, pokies and SKY TV.

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Shady Rest

An original grand historic house situated on Takaka’s main street, set back from the road amongst tall and beautiful native trees. Your hosts Janice and Mark offer luxury accommodation and breakfast to suit your taste.

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Mohua Motels

Next to i-SITE & bus stop. Relaxing rural setting, full facilities, broadband access. 20 units available - 15 ground floor Studio, 1 & 2 Bedrooms and 5 NEW upstairs Studio units. Mohua Motels ambience is one of restful colours, warmth and serenity, enjoying rural views and the ranges in the west from a sun drenched patio. The sound of the nearby river; adds to the tranquillity of the motel's settings.

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Annies Nirvana Lodge

Welcome to your home away from home in the heart of Takaka village. We are the closest hostel/backpackers to the i-site and town centre. Relax in our cottage garden while cooking on the BBQ. Enjoy fully made up beds, hot showers, chill out next to the log fire in the winter, full use of the 2 kitchens, internet (incl wireless, DVD/CD burner, card reader and Skype), bikes available for use, laundry facilities, and complimentary tea & coffee. Credit cards and Eftpos welcome. Myself Miyuki and Allan your hosts await to guide you through your Golden Bay experience.

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Anatoki Lodge Motels

Spacious sunny units. Handy to shops & restaurants. Indoor pool (solar). Bus stop across the road. Anatoki Lodge Motel offers you friendly, personal service and a distinctly unique motel accommodation experience. With a range of options from sunny spacious Studio, 1 and 2 Bedroom Units, there is accommodation to suit your every need. Eleven comfortable ground level non-smoking units, tastefully decorated and equipped.

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Kiwiana Backpackers

Kiwiana Backpackers hostel is located only 5 minutes walk from the Takaka town centre and it's wonderful cafe's, bars, movie theater, shopping, supermarket and visitors information centre (i-site). Takaka is the central hub for the panoramic Golden Bay, the 'Heart of the Parks' - Abel Tasman and Kahurangi. Free spa, table tennis, pool table & bikes. Beautiful garden, great atmosphere. Close to cafes etc.

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Golden Bay Motel

2 minutes walk to Takaka shops. Spa pool, barbecue, play area. We offer nine ground-floor modern, spacious and comfortable units.We are located in Takaka township, within walking distance of shops, cafes and restaurants.

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The Rocks

Individual private affordable luxury island-style accommodation with on-site restaurant.
Set amongst stunning Karst rock formations in four acres of award winning gardens.
Centrally located just outside Takaka, minutes from all the beautiful attractions of Golden Bay.
A Trip Advisor Travellers Choice 2013 winner.

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Camelia Cottage

Situated in a private country setting three km from Takaka township, just off the main Nelson to Takaka Highway. Central to all Golden Bay attractions. Contact Allan and Marie Kilgour

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Golden Bay Barefoot Backpackers

Our hostel is cosy and homely. Close to shops and cafes but with a gorgeous rural outlook. Free breakfast, tea and coffee. Internet available.

We have two double rooms available and 3 dorm beds.

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The Bay Lodge (& Golden Journeys)

Relax in style ! Luxury B&B in Pohara. Modern suites – Outdoor spa – Spectacular views - Private tours. We invite you to share our haven of peace and tranquillity. Our elevated location offers you an all-day relaxation with native birdsong from the nearby nature reserve and unsurpassed sea views over the Bay. (We speak English, French, Dutch and German.)

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Sandridge House B&B

New comfortable home with panoramic sea views. Private guest wing with one double and one twin room and own facilities. Five minutes walk to beach, cafes, restaurants and the General Store. - Our home is new, of contemporary architectural design, well insulated and comfortable, and features all day sun. The ever-changing sea view is spectacular and relaxing. The B&B guest room accommodation provide partial sea views and snow clad mountains in the winter. An expansive deck running along the front of the house provides ample room for our guests to relax in the chaise longues and enjoy the impressive sea views.

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Ratanui Lodge

Golden Bay’s newest boutique accommodation and restaurant, in the heart of Pohara Beach. Free wifi and continental breakfast • Customized fishing and sea kayak trips • Salt water swimming pool • Massage and beauty therapy onsite • Private ensuites • Flatscreen TVs with Sky Dining: • Elegant dining with set course menus nightly – reservations essential • Cocktail lounge.

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Sans Souci Inn

The Sans Souci Inn is a lodge style accommodation built in an artistic blend of Mediterranean and ecological architecture. It’s only a 2-minute walk to the safe and sandy Pohara beach, shop, cafés and restaurants. Our on-site restaurant has a high reputation for its dinners and irresistible desserts using ingredients from our own organic garden and locally grown produce when possible.

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Anahata Yoga Retreat

Anahata Yoga Retreat in New Zealand's South Island, provides an experience of yogic living in the midst of native bush and expansive ocean views of Golden Bay. It is a residential eco friendly, yoga retreat offering nightly to monthly stays, private yoga training, daily and weekly programs and ongoing retreats. Eco friendly accommodation. Yoga, relaxation, walks and views.

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Pohara Beach Top 10 Holiday Park

Pohara Beach TOP 10 Holiday Parks beachfront position, perfect for swimming or romantic strolls. Beds for every budget from Motels, Self-Contained, Ensuite, Kitchen to Standard Cabins. Wi-Fi, Playground, Onsite Store, Takeaways, Restaurants, Cafes and Bars within 200m. Stress free booking advice. 4Star Plus modern award winning Holiday Park.

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Pohara Beachfront Motel

The perfect seaside holiday at Pohara Beachfront Motel, located right on the beach in the heart of Pohara. Wake to the sound of the sea in comfortable units, with a relaxing atmosphere that combine to ensure a truly enjoyable holiday.

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Golden Bay Hideaway

The only accommodation at the northern end of Abel Tasman National Park. Unique cosy house-truck or most energy efficient eco house in New Zealand. Total privacy and peaceful setting , amazing sea and bush views.

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The Sandcastle Chalet Accommodation

We have 6 self-contained chalets set in a peaceful gardens and native bush. All of the stunning scenery, beaches, walks and attractions of the bay are just a short distance away from your chalet. Take time and explore our site and you will find 'The Sandcastle' is unique. You will find our accommodation is excellent value, with use of sauna and spa complex included in the price. Please note, 'The Sandcastle' is a popular place to stay so we do recommend booking early.

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Bay Country Lodge Motel & Fishing Charters

Self-contained accommodation in garden setting. Five minute walk to Pohara beach. Fishing trips with Wildcat Charters for Snapper, Blue Cod and Kahawai

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Beach Break Golden Bay

'Beach Break Golden Bay' is a large 5 bedroom Lodge situated right on the Beach at Rototai in fabulous Golden Bay, probably one of the most beautiful corners of the country, 3.8km from Takaka township. Beach front accommodation. 2 Ensuites and Rooms with Private Entrances and Decks. Excellent venue for special occasions. Lodge and Retreat Facitilies. Ideal for outdoor activities. Central to all Golden Bay Attractions. Your hosts, Daphne & Jan look forward to welcoming you for a relaxing break.

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Patons Rock Sea & Beach View

B&B, self-contained holiday home. 3 bedrooms. 2 minutes walk to safe, sandy beach. Views from Farewell Spit to Separation Point. Self-contained 2 bedroom flat downstairs.

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Adrift in Golden Bay – Beachfront

Stunning, absolute beachfront location on a quiet, private, sandy beach. A boutique, luxury accommodation chosen by TripAdvisor 2011 as one of the '10 Best Romantic Hotels in the South Pacific'. Halfway between Takaka and Collingwood.

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Golden Bay Lodge and Organic Gardens

Bach & Cottage. Self-Catering accommodation that overlooks the beautiful Golden Bay coastline. Set in an atmosphere of peace and privacy amidst natural beauty with direct and private access to long sandy beaches.

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Patons Rock Beach Villas

Enjoy the space and privacy of our 4 modern self-contained 2 bedroom villas. Rural and garden views, just a short stroll to a stunning swimming beach. Located 10km from Takaka. Includes free breakfast.

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Kahurangi Function Centre and B&B

Kahurangi Function Centre is a beautiful facility set in tranquil gardens. It is an ideal venue for weddings, seminars, family celebrations and meetings. The three B&B rooms have ensuite bathrooms, private decks and stunning views of Golden Bay.

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Hakea Hill House B&B

Overlooking Para Para Inlet & the whole of Golden Bay. 3 Guest rooms (Total 6 guests). Children Welcome. Tariff: Double $150, single $100 children: $50 each - Dinner: Family dinner by arrangement - Breakfast: Full (continental + cooked) - Internet Available. Hosts: Vic and Liza Eastman

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Garden Retreat B&B

Only 8 kilometres from Takaka and surrounded by lush sub-tropical gardens and orchards, Garden Retreat Bed and Breakfast is the perfect place for the weary traveller to relax and unwind. Three large upstairs bedrooms with lovely garden views and the sunny self-catering breakfast room. Enjoy wandering in the gardens and orchards, or have a quiet chat with the friendly sheep. Lovely gardens. En-suite or share bathroom. Private guest lounge with self service continental breakfast.

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Moonbow Beach B&B

Beachfront, great views, quiet, private, spacious deck, big bath. Bird friendly garden. Only 10 minutes north of Takaka, central to all of Golden Bay’s beaches, forests and excellent restaurants, and walking distance to the famous Mussel Inn.

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Golden Bay Holiday Park

Golden Bay Holiday Park, our Nelson vacation park, provides an ideal holiday haven situated on the private and secluded beachfront at Tukurua Beach. 18 km north of Takaka, and 2 minutes from the Mussel Inn by car (or 20 mins walk), our holiday park is bounded by native bush, peaceful stream and a private secluded beach. Large beachfront caravan and tent sites. “A slice of Paradise”.

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Hans Bauer Anathoth Pottery & Boutique B&B

New self-contained studio nestled amongst native bush with stunning sea views and private deck. Hans Bauer ANATHOTH POTTERY gallery on site.

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Summerspring Lodge

Secluded Seaside Serenity guaranteed with only a few guests at the time and just 5 minutes from Takaka township at Rangihaeata Beach. Enjoy being outdoors on our land, beach, use our kayaks and of course enjoy our very secluded spa pool to fully enjoy the stars of the southern hemisphere.

In line with our own lifestyle, our property is smoke-free. The lodge is also television-free, as we have found that our days are easily filled with soaking up Golden Bay’s beautiful natural surroundings, taking part in the numerous activities on offer locally, and enjoying the company of friends and visitors alike. We speak English, French, German and Dutch.

Panorama view Studio NZD 235,– per night incl. breakfast
Ocean view Studio NZD 210,– per night, incl. breakfast
Sea view Self contained Unit from NZD 245,– per night for three, +50 one extra person.

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Tullamoore Beach House

Tucked into a lush, forested hillside with sweeping panoramic views right across Golden Bay, Tullamore Beach House is a rare delight on one of New Zealand's most pristine stretches of coastline. Tullamore is located at the end of Beach Road (a right turn off Elizabeth Street) in Collingwood, on a private road shared by a handful of residents, which will ensure you have maximum privacy during your stay.

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Song of the Tui

Luxury boutique accommodation. 3 en-suites in a stunning location with views of Aorere Valley. Reg Turner, pioneer of the luxury lodges of NZ, who built the stunningly located Solitaire Lodge, and the lovely Cassimir Lodge, has done it again with the location of his new boutique lodge in the beautiful and historical valley of the Aorere River, Golden Bay, one of the stunning backdrops used in Lord of the Rings and where the first gold rush started in New Zealand. The beautiful Aorere Valley, is is a peaceful haven where the air is clear and fresh, and the stars so bright you feel you can almost touch them.

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Somerset House Backpackers & Tramper’s Transport

Historic boutique property offering a quiet, friendly, clean and welcoming atmosphere above Collingwood township. Beds from $27/night, singles, twins and doubles. 88% BBH rating. Heaphy Track specialists.

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Collingwood Homestead

Quality accommodation, Kingsize ensuite bedrooms, Cooked breakfast, Fantastic views over the Aorere River Estuary. Bookings essential.

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Heron’s Rest

Our private, self-contained Cottage is well-equipped and sleeps 4. It has a Queen-sized bed including a small lounge area with settee and table and chairs, and separate bathroom. The twin-bedded room adjoins a separate kitchenette area. Outside deck has seating and BBQ area with panoramic views. The Cottage, elevated and set in bush, has outstanding sea, mountain and estuary views. Steps from the deck lead to a secluded outdoor wood-heated bath area. We're situated between Abel Tasman and Heaphy Tracks and surrounded by superb sandy beaches. Internet Wi-Fi is available as well as laundry services if required. The walking and birdlife are great, and the stunning north-west beaches easily accessible. Summer price for the Cottage is: $120 per first 2 persons, plus $20 for each additional adult and $15 each additional child under 13 years.

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Ferntown Lodge

Bordered by the mouth of the Aorere River, Ferntown Lodge is a new adventure lodge offering boutique accommodation just minutes from Collingwood. Whether you're looking for a bit of adventure, on your honeymoon, or just some time out, we offer a truly unique Kiwi experience.

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Bluebird & Seabird Holiday Cottages

2 x 2 bedroomed self-contained beach front cottages. Comfortable and well-equipped for a home away from home holiday. Large grassed playing area across the road. Close to cafés, tours and shops.

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Pioneer Motels

In the heart of Collingwood, where you’ll find a café, tavern with restaurant and general store. We’re just a stroll from the beach and Aorere River. 2 x 2 bedroom units, 1 x 3 bedroom unit with wheelchair access.

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Collingwood Camping Ground

In the heart of Collingwood. • Friendly, comfortable, affordable • Cabins, tent sites, powered sites • Well equipped kitchen and TV room • Toilet/shower and laundry facilities • Internet access • Tennis Courts • Boat Ramp. Enjoy fishing, scalloping, whitebaiting or just relax! Central to Golden Bay’s many attractions. Closest camp to the Heaphy Track. Contact: Bill and Shelley Climo.

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Wetland View Park

Discover the wild West Coast of Golden Bay from the luxury of our chalets. • Peace privacy and amazing birdsong • Get right away from it all • Fully serviced chalets • Self cater or meals available • Handy to West Coast beaches • Lovely bush and wetland walks. The tranquil setting and lovely outlook is the perfect base for you to explore the area.

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Sleepy Possum

Sleepy Possum, nestling in the beautiful Aorere Valley in the foothills of the Wakamarama mountains, is your well-appointed home away from home, providing en-suite B&B or just B. We are just a 200 metre stroll from The Naked Possum and a few minutes further is the start of the Kaituna Track.

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Collingwood Park Motel

Stroll to cafés, the beach, art and craft shops, museum and more. Close to Farewell Spit, Heaphy and Kaituna Track. 7 family units, 2 studio units, plenty of parking. Campervan/motorhome sites available.

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The Station House Motel

Enjoy a relaxing stay at our heritage motel, originally the old Police Station in Collingwood. A stone’s throw from interesting beaches, cafés, museums and Farewell Spit Tours. Self-contained cottages in a garden setting available.

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Wharariki Beach Holiday Park

Just under one hour’s drive from Takaka a short gravel road takes you to the Northernmost holiday park in the South Island. This new Eco-friendly holiday park is the closest accommodation to the spectacular Wharariki Beach. It has tent sites, powered campervan sites and a backpackers lodge. All wheelchair friendly. Magical sunsets and moonlight nights, a photographer’s dream • Walks to suit the beginner or the experienced in this untouched natural reserve • Great coffee and home baking at the Archway Café.

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Pakawau Beach Park

Beachfront cabins, tent and campervan sites. Safe sandy swimming beach, children’s playground. Café-restaurant-bar across road. 10 minutes north of Collingwood on road to Farewell Spit.

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Twin Waters Lodge

Peace, tranquility, native bird life, a sandy beach, native forest and affordable luxury amongst some of the most varied scenery and activities New Zealand has to offer are the hallmarks of a stay at Twin Waters Lodge. 9 kilometres north of Collingwood.

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Farewell Gardens

Farewell Gardens is a small and tranquil holiday camp, situated right beside the sea at the base of Farewell Spit, the longest sand spit in New Zealand. Puponga beach is a safe beach for swimming or kayaking , and at low tide you can walk close to the resident seal colony at Abel Head. We offer a variety of accommodation options ideal for families or backpackers, from tent sites, caravans through to a fully self contained apartment. The camp boasts well established gardens for a relaxing stay, with many mature native and exotic trees providing shelter and privacy.

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