Takaka Travel Guide

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Such a peaceful place. Especially lucky when you get there in the morning, the sun just coming out from behind the clouds and no one around!
Such a peaceful place. Especially lucky when you get there in the morning, the sun just coming out from behind the clouds and no one around!
My Geology Field Trip - Cobb Valley, Glacial Valley in South Island, NZ.
Just outside Takaka town is the Te Waikoropupu springs (sacred springs). It is thought to be the clearest water in the world. Stunningly beautiful!
This is the water at Te Waikoropupu springs. It's supposedly one of the clearest waters in the world. It is bubbling so a bit hard to see. To preserve it you are not even allowed to touch it.
Mohua Motels

Mohua Motels

3 out of 5
22 Willow St Takaka
The price is NZ$219 per night from 20 Feb to 21 Feb
NZ$219
20 Feb - 21 Feb
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this motel in Takaka. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the property condition in their reviews. Popular attractions ...
9.4/10 Exceptional! (168 reviews)
It was a quick stop over on our way through. The owner and his family were so friendly and accommodating. The 2 bedroom unit was quiet and comfortable.

Reviewed on 15 Jan 2026

Mohua Motels
The Rocks Chalets

The Rocks Chalets

3.5 out of 5
2090 Takaka Valley Highway, Golden Bay Takaka Tasman
The price is NZ$252 per night from 30 Jan to 31 Jan
NZ$252
30 Jan - 31 Jan
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this hotel in Takaka. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and a garden. Popular attractions Te Waikoropupu Springs and Rawhiti Cave are located nearby.
9.6/10 Exceptional! (99 reviews)
Spotless room, very comfortable, well located for our purposes.

Reviewed on 16 Dec 2025

The Rocks Chalets
The Barn Cabins & Camp

The Barn Cabins & Camp

2 out of 5
14 Harvey Road, RD 2 Marahau
The price is NZ$129 per night from 30 Jan to 31 Jan
NZ$129
30 Jan - 31 Jan
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this beach hostel in Marahau. Enjoy parking (surcharge), a garden and a snack bar/deli. Popular attractions Marahau Beach and Honeymoon Bay are located ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (155 reviews)
Amenities, a movie room for the tired kids, amazing coffee and food in site. Loved the location!

Reviewed on 14 Jan 2026

The Barn Cabins & Camp
Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.
Avalon Manor Motel

Avalon Manor Motel

4 out of 5
314 - 316 High Street Motueka
Stay at this business-friendly aparthotel in Motueka. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and breakfast (surcharge). Popular attractions Motueka District Museum and ...
9.4/10 Exceptional! (209 reviews)
The room was clean, spacious, with lots of practical amenities.

Reviewed on 15 Jan 2026

Avalon Manor Motel
The Sandcastle

The Sandcastle

4 out of 5
32 Haile Lane Pohara
Stay at this cabin in Pohara. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and breakfast (surcharge). Popular attractions Abel Tasman National Park and Ligar Bay Beach are ...
9/10 Wonderful! (59 reviews)
Bit short of cutlery

Reviewed on 10 Jan 2026

The Sandcastle
Kaiteriteri Reserve Apartments

Kaiteriteri Reserve Apartments

3.5 out of 5
5 Kaiteriteri-Sandy Bay Road Kaiteriteri Tasman
Stay at this beach aparthotel in Kaiteriteri. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and room service. Popular attractions Kaiteriteri Mountain Bike Park and Kaiteriteri ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (89 reviews)
We loved our stay there! Amazing location!

Reviewed on 24 Jan 2026

Kaiteriteri Reserve Apartments
Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.

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Reviews of Takaka

4.6
Top destination
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5/5 - Excellent

Kavi

Amazing food options especially for vegetarian diets. The food is locally grown and organic when possible.

5/5 - Excellent

Verified traveller

We been to Wharariki Beach. Beautiful! Great walk. Gorgeous beach with rocks and seals.

4/5 - Good

Shu

A small town with some lovely cafes, shops, local market and Fresh Choice. Close to many tourist attractions

4/5 - Good

Verified traveller

nice location excellent scenery.

5/5 - Excellent

Verified traveller

Great meal at Roots Bar and then great breakfast at Dangerous Kitchen. Lovely sunny day for son’s rugby game then home.

5/5 - Excellent

Verified traveller

Scenery amazing.Tracks well maintained.Waterfalls worth the effort

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