YHA Associate
YHA Golden Bay, Annie's Nirvana Lodge
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Hostel Details & Location
Host: Allan & Miyuki McGarvey
Check in: 3:00 pm Check out: 10:00 am
Contact: +64 3 525 8766 Email this hostel
Reception: 9am - 12pm & 3pm - 6pm
Location: 25 Motupipi Street,
Takaka
In Takaka township
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How to get here
We’re located on Motupipi St, 200m from the corner of Motupipi St and Takaka Valley Hwy. Free on-site parking is available; there is also a carpark directly behind the hostel.
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YHA Golden Bay is a small, homely hostel set in a beautiful garden in easy walking distance of Takaka's main street restaurants and stores. The easy-going vibe of this backpackers will have you relaxing in no time; enjoy the board games and books in our lounge or spend time in our charming, vibrant outdoor dining area.
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Some of our top picks for Golden Bay:
- Walk or kayak the Abel Tasman Track, a half hour's drive to Wainui Bay from YHA Golden Bay in Takaka
- Visit Te Waikoropupu (Pupu) Springs – the amazing freshwater clarity has to be seen to be believed
- Check out the great nearby beaches, especially Pohara and Wharariki with its sea caves, horse treks and wild seals
- Tour out onto Farewell Spit, or go caving on Takaka Hill
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