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The Barn Cabins & Camp

2.0 star property
Beach hostel near Abel Tasman Coast Track

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Classic House | WiFi, bed sheets
Premium House | In-room dining
Classic House | Living room
Premium House | Deep soaking bathtub
Premium House | Deep soaking bathtub

Reviews

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful

Popular amenities

  • Free WiFi
  • Restaurant
  • Parking available
  • Bar
  • Laundry

Explore the area

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14 Harvey Road, RD 2, Marahau, 7197
  • Place, Abel Tasman Coast Track
    ‪8 min walk‬
  • Place, Marahau Beach
    ‪15 min walk‬
  • Place, Abel Tasman National Park
    ‪16 min walk‬
  • Airport, Nelson (NSN)
    ‪61 min drive‬

Room options

View all photos for Basic Cabin, 1 Double Bed, Partial Sea View, Garden Area

WiFi, bed sheets

Basic Cabin, 1 Double Bed, Partial Sea View, Garden Area

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(3 reviews)
  • 86 sq ft
  • Partial sea view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

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Bed in Shared Dormitory, Hill View (Single Bed) | WiFi, bed sheets

Bed in Shared Dormitory, Hill View (Single Bed)

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)
  • 269 sq ft
  • Ocean view
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Twin Bed

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WiFi, bed sheets

Standard Twin Room, 2 Twin Beds, Partial Sea View, Garden Area

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(1 review)
  • 97 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Twin Beds

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Standard Cabin, 1 Queen Bed, Partial Sea View, Garden Area | WiFi, bed sheets

Standard Cabin, 1 Queen Bed, Partial Sea View, Garden Area

  • 97 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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Premium House | Living area

Premium House

  • 861 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Beach view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed

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Tent | Water view

Tent

  • 215 sq ft
  • Beach view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Classic House | WiFi, bed sheets

Classic House

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(2 reviews)
  • 861 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Beach view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Queen Murphy Bed

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Comfort Studio | WiFi, bed sheets

Comfort Studio

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)
  • 215 sq ft
  • Hill view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Family Cabin | WiFi, bed sheets

Family Cabin

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(2 reviews)
  • 194 sq ft
  • Sleeps 5
  • 1 Queen Bed and 3 Twin Beds

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Comfort Tent, Multiple Beds, Beach View, Oceanfront | Exterior

Comfort Tent, Multiple Beds, Beach View, Oceanfront

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(3 reviews)
  • Beach view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed and 2 Twin Beds

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Comfort Tent | WiFi, bed sheets

Comfort Tent

  • 301 sq ft
  • Beach view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Basic Single Room | WiFi, bed sheets

Basic Single Room

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(1 review)
  • 81 sq ft
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Twin Bed

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Premium Cabin | WiFi, bed sheets

Premium Cabin

  • 285 sq ft
  • Partial ocean view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

About the neighborhood

Marahau

Walk to the beach.You'll be within half a mile (1 km) of Abel Tasman Coast Track and 2 miles (3 km) of Marahau Beach with a stay here. Kaiteriteri Beach and Little Kaiteriteri Beach are also within 6 miles (10 km).
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What's nearby

  • Abel Tasman Coast Track - 8 min walk - 0.5 miles
  • Marahau Beach - 15 min walk - 0.8 miles
  • Abel Tasman National Park - 16 min walk - 0.9 miles
  • Kaiteriteri Beach - 15 min drive - 5.4 miles
  • Golden Bay - 57 min drive - 47.9 miles

Getting around

  • Nelson (NSN) - 69 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Park Cafe - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪Hooked on Marahau - ‬18 min walk
  • ‪The Beached Whale - ‬19 min drive
  • ‪Woolshed - ‬21 min drive
  • ‪The Fat Tui - ‬7 min walk

About this property

The Barn Cabins & Camp

Beach hostel near Abel Tasman Coast Track
Along with a restaurant, there's a snack bar/deli on site. You can enjoy a drink at the bar/lounge. Public spaces have free WiFi. A library, a terrace, and barbecue grills are also featured at The Barn Cabins & Camp. For a fee, parking is available.

This Marahau hostel is smoke free.

  • 32 guestrooms or units
  • Deli
  • Self-service laundry
  • Front desk (limited hours)
  • Storage area for luggage
  • Tour and ticket information
  • Game room or arcade
  • Pool or billiards table
  • Library
  • Terrace
  • Garden
  • BBQ grill(s)
  • Outdoor picnic space
  • Television in lobby
  • No smoking on site
  • Microwave in a common area
  • Refrigerator in a common area
  • Bar or lounge
  • Dining venue
The Barn Cabins & Camp offers 32 accommodations. In-room wireless Internet access is available for a surcharge. Bathrooms include showers with rainfall showerheads. Housekeeping is provided once per stay.

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  • Free WiFi
  • Restaurant
  • Breakfast available
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Property amenities

Family friendly

  • Arcade/game room
  • Laundry facilities
  • Playground
  • Snack bar/deli

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: WiFi (NZD 5 per day)
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Self parking on site (NZD 5 per day)

Food and drink

  • A bar/lounge
  • A restaurant
  • Snack bar/deli

Things to do

  • Arcade/game room
  • Billiards/pool table
  • Library
  • Playground
  • TV in common areas

Accessibility

  • No elevator

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • Rainfall showerhead
  • Shower

Food and drink

  • Cleaning supplies
  • Mixer
  • Toaster

More

  • Window screens

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: anytime
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 10 AM
Contactless check-out available

Special check-in instructions

The front desk is open daily from 8 AM - 6:00 PM
Front desk staffed during limited hours
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Access methods

Front desk (limited hours)

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Rollaway/extra beds are not available.
  • Cribs (infant beds) are not available.

Property payment types

Important information

Optional extras

The fees and deposits listed below will be charged at the time of service, check-in, or check-out.

  • Fee for in-room wireless internet: NZD 5.00 per day (rates may vary)
  • Self parking fee: NZD 5.00 per day

This may not be a comprehensive list. Fees and deposits are subject to change and might not include tax.

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card, or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
This property accepts credit cards; cash is not accepted
Cashless transactions are available
Safety features at this property include a smoke detector
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children; if you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A cash deposit, credit card, or debit card for incidental charges and government-issued photo identification may be required upon check-in.
Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in. Special requests can't be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.
    This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business, or profession. This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children. If you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room. This property accepts Visa and Mastercard. Cash is not accepted. For guests' safety, the property includes a smoke detector in each accommodation. Cashless payment methods are available for all transactions.

National rating

Property class, provided by our rating system, is based on property type, amenities, and services.

Property is also known as

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Frequently asked questions

How close is The Barn Cabins & Camp to the airport?

The Barn Cabins & Camp is 38 mi (69-min drive) away from the Nelson (NSN) airport, the closest popular airport to the property.

How much does it cost to stay at The Barn Cabins & Camp?

As of Jan 19, 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at The Barn Cabins & Camp on Jan 24, 2026 start from $56.49, excluding taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

Does The Barn Cabins & Camp have an airport shuttle?

Airport shuttle services are not available at The Barn Cabins & Camp.

How close is The Barn Cabins & Camp to the beach?

This hostel is 0.9 mi (5-min drive) from Marahau Beach and 5.9 mi (23-min drive) from Kaiteriteri Beach. Don't forget your sunscreen!

Does The Barn Cabins & Camp offer free breakfast?

The Barn Cabins & Camp does not offer free breakfast.

Is there a casino at The Barn Cabins & Camp?

No, there is no casino at this hostel.

What time is check-in at The Barn Cabins & Camp?

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: anytime.

Is there free parking at The Barn Cabins & Camp?

Free parking is not available at this hostel. Self parking is available for NZD 5.00 per day.

Does The Barn Cabins & Camp have a pool?

The Barn Cabins & Camp does not have a pool.

Does The Barn Cabins & Camp have a restaurant?

Yes, there is a restaurant on site.

Does The Barn Cabins & Camp have a spa?

There are no spa services available at this hostel.

How close is The Barn Cabins & Camp to downtown Marahau?

The Barn Cabins & Camp is 1 mi away from Marahau.

The Barn Cabins & Camp Reviews

Reviews

9.2

Wonderful

Rating 10 - Excellent. 104 out of 154 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 36 out of 154 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 11 out of 154 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 2 out of 154 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 1 out of 154 reviews

9.2/10

Cleanliness

9.2/10

Staff & service

8.8/10

Amenities

8.8/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Aidan

Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Hannah

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Cute little place

An awesome place to stay in a stunning location. The staff were super helpful too. Awesome that they are dog friendly
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kathryn, Wayland

Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

ALISON

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
The staff are super friendly and helpful. Beautiful location.
Mārahau sunrise
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Matilde

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Ellie

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

JinG

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025

8/10 Good

Verified traveler

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
A great base to stay if you're exploring the Abel Tasman. Really easy to book available excursions directly at reception which was great. Staff were super friendly and helpful. We had a standard qeen cabin which although small, was completely manageable for a couple of nights. Plenty of shared outside facilities which were well maintained by staff and looked after by other guests.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jane

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
I actually tried to up-grade from "the Nest" - glamping to a cabin, but the staff said I should check it out as I might like it - I loved it. It was so inviting, romantic, pretty fairy lights inside and out. Excellent bed. Everything needed for a campfire provided. So cozy. Amazing view of the Pacific and incredible night sky.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Alex

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Everything you could need for trip to Abel Tasman. Great kitchen facilities and very comfortable cabins.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Alex

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Nice campsite with comfortable cabins. Excellent kitchen facilities and friendly staff. Ideally located for the Abel Tasman track.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Peter

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Simply super

It was wonderful stay. Everything that we hoped for. Super friendly and helpful staff. We will definitely come again
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Bridget

Traveled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We loved our stay here! Staff was so kind, room was cozy and clean, kitchen was great! Loved being so close to the Tasman national park hiking trails. Would stay here again!
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

8/10 Good

Callum

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, room comfort
Dome tent was great, the amenities including firewood, marshmallows, hot water bottles and toiletries was a lovely touch. Reception helpfully got me onto a water taxi last minute that was about to leave.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025

8/10 Good

YIN HING

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
the location is good for someone like to do hiking because it is right next to the entrance of Abel Tasman National Park coast trail. It brought back my memory when I was 17 years old jointing the Youth Hostel and camping with my friends.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Ehren, Arcata

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Wonderful place to stay with very friendly staff. Situated below the mountains with coastal views. So peaceful and serene!
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Adam

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Conscience of being right beside the Abel Tasman walk is great…
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Nathalie

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Nice cabin. Bed very confortable. Fridge ans sink ine the room
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Grant

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The best place to stay before or after hitting the Abel Tasman great walk and they will store your car until you complete the walk.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Brett

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Amazing. We rented one of the cabins. They were clean and cozy. Such a beautiful location. Would love to come back over and over again.
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2024

8/10 Good

Peter

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very pleasant and relaxing 1 night stay. Great access to start of Abel Tasman walk being right there.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2025

8/10 Good

Sébastien

Stayed 1 night in Jan 2025

8/10 Good

Linda

Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jacinta

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Great stay at an awesome spot. Having the restaurant next door basically was amazing too
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2024

8/10 Good

Sue

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Friendly, helpful staff. Small cabin but adequate for our one night stay. Small number of toilets and showers for the number of people staying on the property.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2024