Accommodation en route to the hike is not essential — you can depart & return from Nelson if you like. But if you choose to book accommodation en route, here are a few of our recommendations.

Accommodation in Nelson

• Paradiso Backpackers
• Palace Backpackers
• Nelson Cabins & Caravan Park

There are dozens of backpackers, motels, B&Bs & hotels in Nelson. It is easy to find a bed on arrival — except during peak summer holidays when half the population of Christchurch migrates to Nelson.

Accommodation in Motueka

• White Elephant
• Fearon's Bush Holiday Park
• Fernwood Holiday Park

Accommodation in Marahau

• Abel Tasman Marahau Beach Camp
• Marahau Lodge
• Old Macdonalds Farm and Holiday Park

Accommodation in Takaka

• Annie's Backpackers <e-mail>
• River Inn<e-mail>