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YHA Golden Bay outdoor dining area with hammocks and long log table
YHA Golden Bay kitchen interior with bar tables and countertop
YHA Golden Bay multishare bunkbeds
YHA Golden Bay double
YHA Golden Bay lounge area with bookshelf and couches
YHA Golden Bay multishare bunkbeds
YHA Golden Bay twin single
YHA Golden Bay bathroom
YHA Golden Bay kitchen interior with fireplace
YHA Golden Bay dining area with fridge
YHA Golden Bay multishare bun and single
YHA Golden Bay bike park shelter
YHA Golden Bay outdoor hammock and dining area

Independently owned and operated YHA Golden Bay, Annie's Nirvana Lodge

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Hostel Details & Location

Host: Allan & Miyuki McGarvey

Check in: 2:00 pm Check out: 10:00 am

Contact: +64 3 525 8766 Email this hostel

Reception: 9am - 7:30pm

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.

Bus/Shuttle: Shuttles from Nelson to Takaka drop off at the Golden Bay Visitor Centre, 350m from the hostel. Walk left (north) on Takaka Valley Hwy, head right onto Motupipi St until you see the hostel on your left.

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overview

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.

Choose small backpacker dormitory-style accommodation, or opt for more privacy in a detached unit. Our welcoming team are happy to help with travel tips and advice for your stay.

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facilities

Guests love:

  • Fully-equipped kitchen
  • Bicycles available
  • Outdoor area
Shared facilities:

  • WiFi available
  • Communal lounge
  • Communal dining area
  • Fully-equipped kitchen
  • Food storage area
  • Recycling stations
  • Outdoor area
  • BBQ
  • Herb garden
  • Wheelchair accessible
  • Laundry facilities
  • Free onsite parking
  • 24 hour guest access
Entertainment and activities:

  • Games available
  • Guitar
  • Book exchange
  • Communal TV
Services:

  • After-hours check in on request
  • Luggage storage options
  • Travel & activity bookings
  • Hair dryers
  • Hot water bottles
  • Towel hire
  • Bicycles available
  • Bicycle storage
In-hostel payment options:

  • EFTPOS
  • Visa
  • Mastercard
  • New Zealand Dollars
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activities

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

YHA Golden Bay

In Takaka township

  • Fully-equipped kitchen
  • Bicycles available
  • Outdoor area

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