The Barn Cabins & Camp

2.0 star property
Beach hostel near Marahau Beach

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Premium House | Deep soaking bathtub
Comfort Studio | Private kitchen | Shared fridge, microwave, toaster, mixer
Front of property
Interior
Beach nearby, white sand

Reviews

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful

Popular amenities

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

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)
    ‪56 min drive‬

Room options

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

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

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

  • 97 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Twin Beds

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

  • 97 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

Premium House

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

Tent

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

Classic House

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

Comfort Studio

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

Family Cabin

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

Comfort Tent, Multiple Beds, Beach View, Oceanfront

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

Comfort Tent

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

Basic Single Room

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

About the neighborhood

Marahau

Walk to the beach.You'll find Marahau Beach and Abel Tasman Coast Track within 3 miles (5 km) of this hostel. Kaiteriteri Beach and Kaiteriteri Mountain Bike Park are also within 6 miles (10 km).

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 - 53 min drive - 47.9 miles

Getting around

  • Nelson (NSN) - 68 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪The Fat Tui - ‬7 min walk
  • ‪Park Cafe - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪The Beached Whale - ‬18 min drive
  • ‪Gone Burgers - ‬18 min drive
  • ‪Waterfront - ‬18 min drive

About this property

The Barn Cabins & Camp

Beach hostel near Marahau Beach
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. Guests can make use of the shared/communal kitchen. Housekeeping is provided once per stay.

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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
  • Smooth flooring in room

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • Towels provided

Food and drink

  • Cleaning supplies
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Freezer
  • Kitchen island
  • Mixer
  • Shared kitchen access
  • 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
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 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 (68-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 Dec 6, 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at The Barn Cabins & Camp on Dec 16, 2025 start from $70.49, 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 0.8 mi (2-min drive) from Marahau Beach and 5.8 mi (18-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 0.9 mi away from Marahau.