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    Adrift in Golden Bay

    184 Reviews
    #2 of 4 Hotels in Takaka
    52 Tukurua Road, Takaka 7182, New Zealand
    011 64 6-880 0633
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    5.0
    184 reviews
    • Excellent96%
    • Very good3%
    • Average1%
    • Poor0%
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    “the cottages” (29 reviews)
    “honeymoon cottage” (12 reviews)
    “mussel inn” (24 reviews)
    Free Wifi
    Free Parking
    Breakfast included
    Beachfront
    Non-Smoking Rooms
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    Self-Serve Laundry
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    5.0 Star Hotel
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    1 - 5 of 178 reviews

    Reviewed 1 week ago
    Beautiful accomm in a beautiful spot

    Adrift is without a doubt the best location in Golden Bay from which to explore the surrounding area - Golden Bay, Takaka, Farewell Spit and top of the Abel Tasman. Cottages are gorgeous as are the landscaped grounds. Right on the beach with views of...More

    Thank job1975
    Reviewed 4 weeks ago via mobile
    Our new favourite accomodation

    What a wonderful place. It is absolutely quiet and peaceful. The perfect place to relax with just sitting on the terrace with stunning views on the ocean. A perfect location for beach walks. Also amazing hosts.

    Thank Christian H
    Reviewed 11 December 2017 via mobile
    Fantastic accomodation

    We just spent two weeks driving around the South Island. We stayed in luxury lodges, 4-5 star hotels and up market B&B’s. Adrift was our favorite and best value place to stay. We had three nights in the honeymoon cottage and loved it. The owners...More

    Thank mmcfj
    Reviewed 11 December 2017 via mobile
    Greatplace

    Great place to stay, extremely friendly and the sunrise was spectacular. Would highly recommend it as we found it had everything and you felt like you were there by ourselves. Good area to stay as plenty to do near by.

    Thank Rick C
    Reviewed 10 December 2017
    Magnificent private romantic holiday getaway

    We loved staying in one of the beachfront cottages at Adrift. It was a treat for a birthday weekend, and although pricey, it was PERFECT. We adored the privacy. We slept with all the windows and curtains open to listen to the sea, the dawn...More

    Thank corncob3
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    Amenities
    • Top amenities
    • Free Parking
    • Beachfront
    • Free High Speed Internet ( WiFi )
    • Breakfast included
    • Hotel Amenities
    • Free Parking
    • Breakfast included
    • Self-Serve Laundry
    • Room amenities
    • Refrigerator in room
    • Microwave
    Details
    • Price range
    • US$226 - US$648 (Based on Average Rates for a Standard Room)
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    • Room types
    • Non-Smoking Rooms
    • Number of rooms
    • 6
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    • New Zealand >
    • South Island >
    • Nelson-Tasman Region >
    • Golden Bay >
    • Takaka
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    • Adrift In Golden Bay Hotel Takaka ,
    • Adrift In Golden Bay Nelson ,
    • Adrift In Golden Bay Takaka, New Zealand
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    4acadia
    1 April 2016|
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    Response from Gordon H | Property representative |
    Hi, Our child policy allows children over 12 years only, so your 13 year old is fine. All of our cottages have one bedroom, but with the addition of a sofa-bed in the lounge, can accommodate up to 3 people. Thanks for... More
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    Rezruf
    31 January 2015|
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    Response from Emily L | Property representative |
    Hi Rezruf, thanks for your question. You can fly into Nelson airport, then drive from there (1 hour 45 min drive), or you can drive directly from Christchurch. The most direct route is north to Amberly and through the... More
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    "Worth paying more for the beachfront cottages I think. A real treat"
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    "Beachfront Cottages get the best sea views"
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