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A night scene with two chairs on a wooden deck under a starry sky.

A modern kitchen with granite countertops, a built-in oven, and a large window with a view of palm trees.

A rural landscape with a clear sky, rolling hills, and a variety of vegetation.

A sandy beach with footprints leading towards the water.

1. Eden's Edge Lodge

Riwaka

Marco

$71 nightly

$83 total

Oct 8 - Oct 9

Total with taxes and fees

A beach with clear turquoise water, people sunbathing, and a few surfers.

A dining area with wooden tables and chairs, large windows with ocean views, and hanging paper lanterns.

A modern two-story house with a flat roof, large windows, and a balcony.

A modern hotel room with a large bed, a desk, and a bathroom.

2. Kaiteriteri Reserve Cabins

Kaiteriteri

Simona

$37 nightly

$43 total

Oct 14 - Oct 15

Total with taxes and fees

A dining table with chairs and candles, a window with a view of a beach and ocean, and decorative lights.

A wooden cabin room with a bed, a table, and chairs. There is a large window with a view of greenery and a building.

A bathroom with a bathtub, a window, and a view of a balcony with chairs and a railing.

A house with a swimming pool, a stone exterior, and a large glass door.

3. Kimi Ora Eco Resort

Kaiteriteri

Rachel

$130 nightly

$150 total

Oct 4 - Oct 5

Total with taxes and fees

A wooden cabin with a porch, a hammock, and a picnic table.

A bathtub with a view of a grassy field and trees.

A bathtub with a glass of wine and a bottle, surrounded by greenery.

4. The Barn Cabins & Camp

Marahau

Torin

$39 nightly

$45 total

Oct 21 - Oct 22

Total with taxes and fees

A room with a bed, a desk, and a large window.

A pathway lined with pebbles and surrounded by greenery and stone walls.

An aerial view of a resort with multiple buildings, a central paved area, and surrounding greenery.

A building with an office sign, a gravel driveway, and various potted plants.

5. The Rocks Chalets

Takaka

Carolina

$92 nightly

$105 total

Oct 20 - Oct 21

Total with taxes and fees

A large, multi-story hotel with multiple balconies and a well-lit facade, set against a mountainous backdrop.

A covered patio with a view of mountains and a sunset.

A hotel room with a bed, a desk, a chair, a lamp, and a window with a view of greenery.

A compact living space with a kitchenette, a dining area, a sofa, and a bed.

6. Mohua Motels

Takaka

Lorretta

$100 nightly

$117 total

Oct 17 - Oct 18

Total with taxes and fees

A beach with clear turquoise water, sandy shore, and rocky outcrops.

An outdoor seating area with a table and chairs, surrounded by lush greenery and a tree.

A bedroom with a bed, a desk, and chairs.

A compact kitchen with a microwave, sink, and a small refrigerator. There are two chairs and a table, and a door leading to another room.

7. ASURE Nautilus Lodge Motel

Motueka

ATHOL

$99 nightly

$114 total

Oct 4 - Oct 5

Total with taxes and fees

A modern hotel room with a balcony, a sofa, a bed, a kitchen area, and a dining table.

A modern hotel room with a kitchenette, a dining area, a bed with a view, and a sofa.

A modern kitchen with a central island, built-in microwave, and a large window offering a view of the landscape.

A two-story building with balconies, large windows, and a paved courtyard.

8. Avalon Manor Motel

Motueka

Iain

$76 nightly

$89 total

Oct 12 - Oct 13

Total with taxes and fees

A modern building with a wooden deck, outdoor seating, and a large canopy.

A modern, well-lit room with a bed, a sofa, and a TV. There is a door leading to an outdoor area.

A swimming pool with a slide and a wooden deck.

A modern building with a blue exterior, wooden deck, and outdoor seating area with plants.

9. Motueka TOP 10 Holiday Park

Motueka

Grant

$71 nightly

$83 total

Oct 11 - Oct 12

Total with taxes and fees

A large, white, two-story house with a grey roof, surrounded by lush greenery and flowering plants.

A hallway with a wooden console table labeled "OFFICE" and a mounted elephant painting.

A room with two beds, a desk, and a window with curtains.

A pathway leading through a garden with banana trees and a house in the background.

10. The White Elephant Accommodation - Hostel

Motueka

Brent

$51 nightly

$60 total

Nov 3 - Nov 4

Total with taxes and fees

A modern kitchen with a built-in refrigerator, wooden cabinets, and a large window offering a view of the outdoors.

A balcony with a view of a beach and water, wooden furniture, and a signboard.

A modern interior with a wooden staircase, a kitchen with a stainless steel refrigerator, a grey sofa, and a large window overlooking a body of water.

11. Kaiteriteri Reserve Apartments

Kaiteriteri

Susan

$210 nightly

$247 total

Oct 4 - Oct 5

Total with taxes and fees

A modern living room with a fireplace, comfortable seating, and large windows offering a view of the outdoor patio area.

A two-story house with a red roof, surrounded by lush greenery and a garden path leading to the entrance.

A beach with sand dunes and rocky outcrops.

A modern outdoor seating area with wicker furniture, a round table, and large windows offering a view of greenery.

12. Ratanui Lodge

Pohara

Lynn

$198 nightly

$228 total

Oct 16 - Oct 17

Total with taxes and fees

A neatly made bed with a white and brown blanket, two pillows, and a rolled white towel. A painting of a beach scene is on the wall, and a window with curtains is visible.

A kitchen with wooden benches, a stove, and a view of the outdoors.

A pool table with a blue felt surface, surrounded by green brick walls, a window with white curtains, and a pool cue rack.

A modern living room with a leather sofa, a wooden coffee table, a bookshelf, and a dining area with chairs.

13. Happy Apple Backpackers

Motueka

Harwinder

$49 nightly

$57 total

Oct 26 - Oct 27

Total with taxes and fees

A spacious dining area with wooden tables and chairs, a fireplace, and large windows offering views of the outdoors.

A wooden boardwalk leading to a beach with clear blue water and distant hills.

A bedroom with a wooden staircase, a bed, a nightstand, a lamp, and a window with a view of the outdoors.

A balcony with wicker furniture, a table, and a bottle of wine.

14. Awaroa Lodge

Awaroa Bay

Mark

$157 nightly

$182 total

Oct 22 - Oct 23

Total with taxes and fees

A garden with red-roofed buildings, a stone sculpture, and a red metal bridge.

A kitchen with a dining table and chairs, a window with a view of a deck and trees, and a stove.

A reception area with a sign, a red-roofed building, and a grassy field.

15. The Sandcastle

Pohara

Katherine

$55 nightly

$64 total

Oct 17 - Oct 18

Total with taxes and fees

A beach view from a balcony with a wooden railing, a person walking on the beach, and a palm tree in the foreground.

A bedroom with a bed, bedside table, and a view of an outdoor balcony.

A modern living room with a sofa, a coffee table, and a TV. There is a sliding glass door leading to a balcony with a view of trees and a palm tree.

A neatly made bed with a blue blanket and two towels with sunflowers, a decorative wall piece, and a window with curtains.

16. Golden Bay Holiday Park

Parapara

Stacey

$63 nightly

$72 total

Oct 4 - Oct 5

Total with taxes and fees

A wooden deck with two hot tubs and a person relaxing.

A person sitting on a sofa by a window with a view of greenery.

A modern house with a glass extension, a vehicle, and a wooden deck.

A bathroom with two sinks, a window with a view of trees, and towels on the counter.

17. Drift Off Grid

Tata Beach

Geoffrey

$440 nightly

$506 total

Oct 21 - Oct 22

Total with taxes and fees

A modern interior with a large glass door leading to a balcony overlooking a beach and ocean.

A coastal landscape with a beach, rocky shoreline, and dense greenery.

A deck with a fire pit, chairs, and a view of the ocean and a small island.

A modern kitchen with a central island, large windows, and a view of the sea.

18. Cozy Suite - Ocean View & Private Beach

Kaiteriteri

"This accomodation was absolutely the very best within 4 weeks of travel. The location, the sourrounding with private beach and splendid internal was exorbitant. We did not expect such a luxural stay!! ..and all above the excellent hosting with breakfast and dinner, prepared by our host Valery could easily meet the standard of 3 star restaurants. Thank you for this excellent accomodation experience! Karl & Elke"

Karl

$960 nightly

$1,107 total

Oct 25 - Oct 26

Total with taxes and fees

A single-story house with a covered porch, a view of the sea, and a grassy yard.

A bedroom with a bed, two chairs, a small table, a sink, and a window with curtains.

A modern kitchen with white cabinets and a window, a dining area with a table and chairs, and a yellow armchair.

A single-story mobile home with a covered porch, a small patio, and a staircase leading to the entrance.

19. Pohara Beach Top 10 Holiday

Pohara

Linda

$52 nightly

$60 total

Oct 17 - Oct 18

Total with taxes and fees

A modern bedroom with a large bed, a seating area, and a view of the ocean.

20. Exclusive Entire Lodge

Kaiteriteri

$4,557 nightly

$5,300 total

Oct 17 - Oct 18

Total with taxes and fees

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Top Upper Takaka Hotel Reviews

Mohua Motels

10/10 Excellent

"The manager was helpful and when we payed to upgrade our room he gave us the best one available. The beds were very comfortable meaning we got good sleep both nights. The room was unit 6 a single bedroom and it was very roomy. Not the cheapest place to stay but it was worth it. Very clean and smelt nice."

Poharadise - classic family bach near the beach, pet friendly

10/10 Excellent

"Lots of space for the family and friends. Close to the beach and local shops.The kids loved the garage rumpus room as well. Would definitely stay again"

Avalon Manor Motel

8/10 Good

"Spacious room, good kitchen. Good to see 2 comfy chairs but a shame that they were so uncomfortable."

Eden's Edge Lodge

10/10 Excellent

"The lounge is great, lots of big comfy chairs, tv, hot drinks and accesable until late. Though there is no seating in the room, the common room option was better for our taste. If you have a chance walk or drive further down the road to the charming marina."

Pohara Beach Top 10 Holiday

10/10 Excellent

"As expected. Great place to base yourself."

The Sandcastle

10/10 Excellent

"Incredible location and lodging! Steve was knowledgeable about the area, committed to environmental sustainability, welcoming and makes amazing pizza! Highly recommend and we will return!"

The Barn Cabins & Camp

10/10 Excellent

"It was a very nice stay"

Kaiteriteri Reserve Cabins

10/10 Excellent

"I stayed in a basic cabin. It had a bunk bed and a table. The kitchen wasn't too far away to put any fridge food I had brought. I love how close the cabins were to the beach and the restaurants. I did have to pay for wifi, but it wasn't too expensive. I would definitely stay here again."

The White Elephant Accommodation - Hostel

10/10 Excellent

"Great spot for our overnight stay. Easy walk to restaurants & supermarket"

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The Barn Cabins & Camp

14 Harvey Road, RD 2 Marahau

$39 nightly

$45 total

Oct 21 - Oct 22

Total with taxes and fees

9.2/10 Wonderful! (182 reviews)

Happy Apple Backpackers

500 High St Motueka Nelson

$49 nightly

$57 total

Oct 26 - Oct 27

Total with taxes and fees

8/10 Very Good! (71 reviews)

The White Elephant Accommodation - Hostel

55, Whakarewa Street Motueka

$51 nightly

$60 total

Nov 3 - Nov 4

Total with taxes and fees

8.6/10 Excellent! (132 reviews)

Golden Bay Holiday Park

99 Lower Tukurua Road Parapara

$63 nightly

$72 total

Oct 4 - Oct 5

Total with taxes and fees

8/10 Very Good! (19 reviews)

Kanuka Ridge Lodge and Backpackers

21 Moss Rd Kaiteriteri

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10/10 Exceptional! (19 reviews)

Kaiteriteri Abel Tasman Inlet Views

479 Riwaka-Kaiteriteri Rd Kaiteriteri Tasman

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9.6/10 Exceptional! (13 reviews)

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Frequently asked questions

What is the best area to stay in Upper Takaka?

The best area to stay in Upper Takaka is directly within the village itself or in the immediate surrounding countryside, as this offers the most convenient access to the region's main attractions.Upper Takaka village is a small, quiet community located in a valley, primarily serving as a gateway to the Kahurangi National Park. The main road, State Highway 60, runs directly through the village, making it easy to navigate. You'll find a few local amenities here, such as a general store and a cafe, providing basic necessities for travelers.Couples looking for a peaceful retreat will appreciate the secluded accommodations often found just outside the village. These properties frequently offer stunning views of the surrounding mountains and valleys, providing an ideal setting for relaxation and enjoying nature.

What are the best family hotels in Upper Takaka?

For a highly-rated family-friendly hotel in Upper Takaka, consider TAKAKA GOLDEN BAY HOBBIT AND LORD OF THE RINGS.This accommodation, with an impressive 9.4 rating, is well-suited for families looking for a unique stay. It offers a convenient sofa bed, a deck or patio for relaxation, and a cozy fireplace. Families will appreciate its proximity to various activities, with mountain biking, winery tours, skiing, and golf all available nearby.

What are the most romantic hotels in Upper Takaka for couples?

For a truly romantic escape in Upper Takaka, consider the TAKAKA GOLDEN BAY HOBBIT AND LORD OF THE RINGS.This highly-rated accommodation, with an impressive 9.4 review score, offers a unique and intimate setting, superb for couples. It features a cozy fireplace, ideal for relaxing evenings together. Additionally, guests can enjoy activities such as mountain biking and winery tours in the nearby area, providing opportunities for shared experiences. On-site parking is also available for convenience.

When is the best time to go to Upper Takaka?

The best time to visit Upper Takaka is during the summer months, from December to February, when the weather is warm and stable, making it ideal for outdoor activities.During this period, you can expect long days with plenty of sunshine and comfortable temperatures, great for exploring the nearby Abel Tasman National Park or hiking in the Kahurangi National Park. Water activities like kayaking and swimming in the rivers and bays are also very popular. This season is particularly well-suited for couples and families looking to enjoy nature and outdoor adventures.For those who prefer a quieter experience with fewer crowds and don't mind slightly cooler temperatures, the shoulder seasons of spring (September to November) and autumn (March to May) are also excellent.

Can I cancel my hotel reservation on Expedia?

You can cancel your hotel reservation on Expedia, though it depends on the cancellation policy of your booking. Most bookings are refundable if canceled within 24-48 hours of the scheduled arrival. Be sure to check your booking confirmation for the exact cancellation policy. If free cancellation is available, you can cancel directly through your Expedia account by logging in, going to "My Trips", and selecting your reservation. To find flexible deals, filter your search by "Fully refundable property" for hotels in Upper Takaka.

How much is the nightly rate at a Upper Takaka hotel?

Prices for hotels in Upper Takaka often vary, but you can find a great deal from $43 on Expedia. All sorts of factors affect price, such as the time of year or the days of the week you choose for your stay. Find the best deals by being flexible with your dates, and sort search results by "Price: low to high" for the cheapest rate.

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Our top choices for Upper Takaka hotels

1. Eden's Edge Lodge

2. Kaiteriteri Reserve Cabins

3. Kimi Ora Eco Resort

4. The Barn Cabins & Camp

5. The Rocks Chalets

6. Mohua Motels

7. ASURE Nautilus Lodge Motel

8. Avalon Manor Motel

9. Motueka TOP 10 Holiday Park

10. The White Elephant Accommodation - Hostel

11. Kaiteriteri Reserve Apartments

12. Ratanui Lodge

13. Happy Apple Backpackers

14. Awaroa Lodge

15. The Sandcastle

16. Golden Bay Holiday Park

17. Drift Off Grid

18. Cozy Suite - Ocean View & Private Beach

19. Pohara Beach Top 10 Holiday

20. Exclusive Entire Lodge

Stay near popular Upper Takaka attractions

Rocks

Learn more about Upper Takaka

Top Upper Takaka Hotel Reviews

Mohua Motels

Poharadise - classic family bach near the beach, pet friendly

Avalon Manor Motel

Eden's Edge Lodge

Pohara Beach Top 10 Holiday

The Sandcastle

The Barn Cabins & Camp

Kaiteriteri Reserve Cabins

The White Elephant Accommodation - Hostel

More cheap stays in Upper Takaka

The Barn Cabins & Camp

Happy Apple Backpackers

The White Elephant Accommodation - Hostel

Golden Bay Holiday Park

Kanuka Ridge Lodge and Backpackers

Kaiteriteri Abel Tasman Inlet Views

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