Golden Bay Auberges de Jeunesse

"The Shambhala is a backpackers and eco-retreat. It is truly a hidden paradise with its own beach access and magnificent panoramic sea views. The hostel is located on the Highway 60 between Takaka and Collingwood and easily reachable by car. The shared dorms have no bunks, but comfortable made-up beds and a view towards the bay. The building is basically self-sustained and run by solar power. There are two water closets, which are just supposed to be used at night. Two bio-toilets (they do not stink at all) are found outside and are...  more »

"Best Hostel in NZ - We've stayed in Paul's place (Gazebo Backpackers) when it just opened. We enjoyed a really friendly area. Paul the manager is an amazing guy, when you first come in he usually makes you fresh ice-cream or cookies. His yard is full of fruits so if you get there the right time of the year you can eat those as well. You can entertain yourself on a rainy day with the great facilities Paul has set up and on a sunny day Paul either way takes you or points out the great places you can visit it Takaka and you always get a bike...  more »

"The Innlet Backpackers is, quite simply, paradise. Not only is it beautiful, but it is also set in an absolutely amazing location, with a warm, kind, yet wacky bunch at the helm. The Location Golden Bay is one of the most gorgeous places in New Zealand and that is where you'll find The Innlet. It is situated in Pakawau, which is a ten-minute drive from the town of Collingwood. The beautiful thing about The Innlet is that it is in the middle of nowhere. It is just you ... and nature. There is the beach, forest, hills, rivers. It is a good...  more »

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"HI - Golden Bay - Annie's Nirvana Lodge Hostel is an associate YHA hostel, but is not owned by YHA. It does not feel as clean as YHA-owned hostels. The Location The hostel is located just a couple blocks from the main downtown area of Takaka and is very easy to locate. There are three parking spots out front, and there are three parking spots out front and there is a large car park directly behind the hostel where customers can park and enter through the back gate. Rooms and Bathrooms The largest rooms are six-bed dorms. The bottom...  more »

"Not suitable for private couples - We had booked for two nights in the private double room but were so disappointed we only stayed one. It was just a small room tacked on to the front of the house, only as wide as the bed with no furniture except for the bed and a single high shelf. Not even a mirror, and only one available power outlet. The room was not contained within the hostel but rather had a doorway directly adjacent to the front door which meant people were constantly walking past the doorway. There were big windows at the front,...  more »

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"Relax in my friendly home where your needs count. Rural views from the windows and backgarden with seating areas. The 1minute walkway opposite takes you to Takaka township, cafes, pubs, movies and shopping. Free bread, honey and marj every morning. Free tea, coffee and milo all day. Free bikes. Email, washing machines and off street parking. All beds freshly made up." … "Bus stops at information center, 2minute walk from hostel. Turn right at Telegraph pub and hostel is on the right 2 minutes up the road." … 28 Motupipi Street  more »

"… fenced courtyard garden, plus an adjacent self-contained studio motel chalet/bach with private kitchenette, ensuite bathroom, deck & its own separate garden area. The main house features a spacious, open plan living room with wood fire. The large queen bedroom opens onto the deck & garden. This, the twin (OR 2 share dorm) & double rooms, all feature a shared bathroom & kitchen. When rented as a private holiday home, you may also use a single bed & single mattress in the living room (8 people maximum)....  more »