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Check-in time

2:00 PM

Check-out time

10:00 AM

Explore the area

Map
139 Commercial Street, Takaka, 7110
  • AirportTakaka (KTF)4 min drive
  • Popular LocationTe Waikoropupu Springs10 min drive
  • Popular LocationGolden Bay13 min drive
  • Popular LocationAbel Tasman National Park30 min drive

Room options

Double Room, Mountain View

  • Mountain view
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

Comfort Double Room, Garden View

  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

Classic Double Room, Hill View (Green Room)

  • Hill view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

Grand Double Room, Garden View

  • 215 sq ft
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed

Single Room, Garden View

  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Twin Bed

Exclusive Double Room, Garden View (Spa Room)

  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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About the neighborhood

Takaka

In Takaka .Within 3 miles (5 km) of this Takaka B&B, you'll find Golden Bay Museum & Gallery and Te Waikoropupu Springs. Grove Scenic Reserve and Rawhiti Cave are also within 3 miles (5 km).

What's nearby

  • Te Waikoropupu Springs - 10 min drive
  • Pohara Beach - 10 min drive
  • Golden Bay - 13 min drive
  • Tata Beach - 15 min drive
  • Abel Tasman National Park - 30 min drive

Getting around

  • Nelson (NSN) - 102 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Dada Manifestó - ‬6 min walk
  • ‪Roots Bar - ‬12 min walk
  • ‪Dangerous Kitchen - ‬8 min walk
  • ‪The Wholemeal Cafe - ‬8 min walk
  • ‪Plan B Cafe & Bar - ‬10 min drive

About this property

The Shady Rest B&B

Enjoy free breakfast at this 3.5-star Takaka B&B
Free breakfast is served daily. Public spaces have free WiFi. Barbecue grills, multilingual staff, and tour/ticket assistance are also featured at The Shady Rest B&B. Free self parking is available.

This 3.5-star Takaka bed & breakfast is smoke free.

  • 6 guestrooms or units
  • Continental breakfast (free)
  • Self-service laundry
  • Front desk (limited hours)
  • Staff is multilingual
  • Storage area for luggage
  • Tour and ticket information
  • Garden
  • BBQ grill(s)
  • Outdoor picnic space
  • Fireplace in lobby
  • Television in lobby
  • No smoking on site
  • Microwave in a common area
  • Refrigerator in a common area
The Shady Rest B&B offers 6 accommodations with coffee/tea makers and bathrobes. Guests can make use of the shared/communal kitchen.

Guests can surf the web using the complimentary wireless Internet access. Additionally, rooms include hair dryers and fans. Housekeeping is provided daily.

Languages

English, German

Property amenities

Family friendly

  • Laundry facilities
  • Rollaway/extra bed (surcharge)

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Free self parking on site

Food and drink

  • Free continental breakfast available daily 7:30 AM to 10:00 AM

Things to do

  • TV in common areas

Accessibility

  • No elevator

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided
  • Blackout drapes
  • Rollaway/extra bed (surcharge)

Bathroom

  • Bathrobes
  • Hair dryer
  • Towels

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Electric kettle
  • Shared kitchen access

More

  • Fan
  • Heating

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 2 PM; Check-in end time: 10 PM
Early check-in subject to availability
An early check-in fee will be charged
Late check-in subject to availability
Late check-in fee
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 10 AM

Special check-in instructions

The front desk is open daily from 7:30 AM - 10 PM
Guests must contact the property in advance for check-in instructions; front desk staff will greet guests on arrival
To make arrangements for check-in please contact the property ahead of time using the information on the booking confirmation
If you are planning to arrive after 9 PM please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

  • No pets allowed, but service animals are welcome

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Rollaway/extra beds are available for NZD 65.0 per day.
  • 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.

  • Early check-in is available for a fee (subject to availability)
  • Late check-in fee
  • Rollaway bed fee: NZD 65.0 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
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a security system, and a first aid kit
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 accepts Visa and Mastercard. Cash is not accepted. For guests' safety, the property includes a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a security system, and a first aid kit in each accommodation.

National rating

This property does not have a Qualmark® rating. For the benefit of our customers, we have provided a rating based on our rating system.

Property is also known as

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Frequently asked questions

How close is The Shady Rest B&B to the airport?

The Shady Rest B&B is 61.9 mi (102-min drive) away from the Nelson (NSN) airport, the closest popular airport to the property.

How much does it cost to stay at The Shady Rest B&B?

As of Jun 25, 2024, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at The Shady Rest B&B on Jun 27, 2024 start from $98.49, 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 Shady Rest B&B have an airport shuttle?

Airport shuttle services are not available at The Shady Rest B&B.

How close is The Shady Rest B&B to the beach?

This bed & breakfast is 6 mi (10-min drive) from Pohara Beach and 7.8 mi (13-min drive) from Ligar Bay Beach. Don't forget your sunscreen!

Does The Shady Rest B&B offer free breakfast?

The Shady Rest B&B offers free continental breakfast every day from 7:30 AM to 10 AM.

Is there a casino at The Shady Rest B&B?

No, there is no casino at this bed & breakfast.

What time is check-in at The Shady Rest B&B?

Check-in start time: 2 PM; Check-in end time: 10 PM. A fee applies for early check-in.

Is there free parking at The Shady Rest B&B?

This bed & breakfast offers free self parking.

Does The Shady Rest B&B have a pool?

The Shady Rest B&B does not have a pool.

Does The Shady Rest B&B have a spa?

There are no spa services available at this bed & breakfast.

How close is The Shady Rest B&B to downtown Takaka?

The Shady Rest B&B is 0.1 mi away from Takaka.

The Shady Rest B&B Reviews

Reviews

9.6

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 61 out of 78 reviews" "
Rating 8 - Good. 12 out of 78 reviews" "
Rating 6 - Okay. 5 out of 78 reviews" "
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 78 reviews" "
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 78 reviews" "

9.4/10

Cleanliness

9.6/10

Staff & service

9.0/10

Amenities

9.2/10

Property conditions & facilities

9.6/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Erin E

Stayed 1 night in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Yanish

Traveled with partner
Liked: Staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Dave was an exceptional host and didn't mind the (very) late check-in at all. He even let us change rooms free of charge after we accidentally booked a single room instead of a double.The breakfast was amazing and we loved his chef outfit so much. Everything was literally a 10/10.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2023

10/10 Excellent

Karen

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Beautiful house in a great location. Mark is a fabulous host, incredibly helpful, giving us some great tips on places to visit. He also cooks a perfect poached egg!
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2023

10/10 Excellent

Bernd

Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2023

10/10 Excellent

Gwyn

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Lovely welcome from the owner Mark. Made us more than welcome in a property full of character
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2023

10/10 Excellent

Philip

Stayed 1 night in Feb 2023

10/10 Excellent

Dr Philip

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great service, location, comfortable rooms very hungry eels in the creek behind house.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2023

10/10 Excellent

ALEXANDRE

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Absolutely beautiful B&B. Marc was the best host we had in our 3 weeks in New Zealand, he was very friendly and knowledgeable about the area. Our room was perfect and breakfast was delicious every morning.

10/10 Excellent

Victoria

Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2023

8/10 Good

Glenn, Waipa

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Interesting history surrounding the property, nice big room and clean bathroom
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2023