Fodor's Expert Review Adrift In Golden Bay
52 Tukurua Rd., Takaka, Tasman, 7182, New Zealand
Here, a short walk across soft grass from your luxurious, fully self-contained villa or studio unit gets you to your own quiet beach. Sunsets are sometimes enhanced by blue penguins arriving home from a day out fishing. During the day you can swim, kayak, or paddleboard (complimentary boards and kayaks are available). At night the doors and windows can be left open so the sound of the sea lulls you to sleep. Rates include a breakfast hamper crammed with fresh, local produce, and full housekeeping service, or you can opt for the 'independent rate'.
PROS
- calm, thoughtful atmosphere
- Jacuzzi-style hot tubs
- sundecks out front and private rear courtyards
CONS
- isolated location
- minimum night stays enforced (up to four nights in peak summer)
- expensive
HOTEL INFO
HOTEL DETAILS
Rate Includes: Closed July, Free Breakfast, No children under 12