The Barn Cabins & Camp

2.0 star property
Beach hostel near Marahau Beach

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Premium House | Deep-soaking bathtub
Interior
Comfort Studio | Private kitchen
Front of property
Beach nearby, white sand

Reviews

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful

Popular amenities

  • Bar
  • Parking available
  • Laundry
  • Kitchen
  • Free WiFi
  • Restaurant
The current price is NZ$84
includes taxes & fees
14 Sept - 15 Sept

Explore the area

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14 Harvey Road, RD 2, Marahau, 7197
  • Abel Tasman Coast Track
    ‪8 min walk‬
  • Marahau Beach
    ‪15 min walk‬
  • Kaiteriteri Beach
    ‪15 min drive‬
  • Nelson (NSN)
    ‪66 min drive‬

Room options

Basic Single Room

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(1 review)

Highlights

Separate bedroom
Toaster
Kitchen island
Freezer
Mixer
Shared/communal kitchen
Cookware/dishes/utensils
  • 8 sq m
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Twin Bed

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

Highlights

Heating
Separate bedroom
Toaster
Kitchen island
Freezer
Mixer
Shared/communal kitchen
Cookware/dishes/utensils
  • 9 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

Tent

Highlights

Separate dining area
Separate bedroom
Toaster
Kitchen island
Freezer
Mixer
Shared/communal kitchen
Cookware/dishes/utensils
  • 20 sq m
  • Beach view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

Comfort Studio

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)

Highlights

Separate sitting area
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Heating
Kitchenette
Full-sized fridge/freezer
Separate bedroom
Private bathroom
  • 20 sq m
  • Hill view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

Family Cabin

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(2 reviews)

Highlights

Heating
Separate bedroom
Toaster
Kitchen island
Freezer
Mixer
Shared/communal kitchen
Cookware/dishes/utensils
  • 18 sq m
  • Sleeps 5
  • 1 Queen Bed and 3 Twin Beds

Comfort Tent, Multiple Beds, Beach View, Oceanfront

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)

Highlights

Premium bedding
Separate bedroom
Toaster
Kitchen island
Freezer
Mixer
Shared/communal kitchen
Cookware/dishes/utensils
  • Beach view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed and 2 Twin Beds

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

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(2 reviews)

Highlights

Heating
Separate bedroom
Toaster
Kitchen island
Freezer
Mixer
Shared/communal kitchen
Cookware/dishes/utensils
  • 8 sq m
  • Partial sea view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

Classic House

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)

Highlights

Heating
Kitchen
Separate bedroom
Toaster
Kitchen island
Freezer
Mixer
Shared/communal kitchen
  • 80 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Beach view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Queen Murphy Bed

Bed in Shared Dormitory, Hill View (Single Bed)

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)

Highlights

Heating
Renovated in 2014
Separate bedroom
Toaster
Kitchen island
Freezer
Mixer
Shared/communal kitchen
  • 25 sq m
  • Ocean view
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Twin Bed

Comfort Tent

Highlights

Balcony or patio
Garden
Separate sitting area
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Fireplace
Separate bedroom
Toaster
  • 28 sq m
  • Beach view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

Premium House

Highlights

Separate dining area
Separate sitting area
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Heating
Separate bedroom
Private bathroom
Toaster
  • 80 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Beach view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed

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

Highlights

Heating
Separate bedroom
Toaster
Kitchen island
Freezer
Mixer
Shared/communal kitchen
Cookware/dishes/utensils
  • 9 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Twin Beds

About the area

Marahau

At The Barn Cabins & Camp you'll be 1.3 km (0.8 mi) from Marahau Beach and 4.4 km (2.7 mi) from Abel Tasman Coast Track. Highlights at this beach hostel include a restaurant and a bar/lounge. .This smoke-free hostel offers free WiFi in public areas, a games room and a library. Added amenities include a snack bar/deli, laundry facilities and a microwave in a common area. There's also the convenience of self parking. .Sights within a 20-minute drive of this Marahau hostel include Kaiteriteri Beach and Kaiteriteri Mountain Bike Park.

What's nearby

  • Abel Tasman Coast Track - 8 min walk - 0.7 km
  • Marahau Beach - 15 min walk - 1.3 km
  • Kaiteriteri Beach - 15 min drive - 8.7 km
  • Little Kaiteriteri Beach - 17 min drive - 9.1 km
  • Kaiteriteri Mountain Bike Park - 17 min drive - 9.1 km

Getting around

  • Nelson (NSN) - 68 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Park Cafe - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪The Beached Whale - ‬18 min drive
  • ‪The Fat Tui - ‬7 min walk
  • ‪Thomas Brothers Cherry and Real Fruit Ice Cream Stall - ‬15 min drive
  • ‪Mrs Smiths Cafe & Vegetables - ‬14 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
  • Games 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
  • Fridge 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

Internet

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

Parking and transport

  • 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

Family friendly

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

Conveniences

  • Laundry facilities
  • Limited-hour front desk
  • Luggage storage
  • Shared microwave
  • Shared refrigerator

Guest services

  • Housekeeping (once per stay)
  • Tour and ticket assistance

Outdoors

  • Barbecue grill
  • Direct access to the beach
  • Garden
  • Picnic area
  • Terrace

Accessibility

  • No lift
  • Smooth flooring in room

More

  • Smoke-free property

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

Special check-in instructions

The front desk is open daily from 8 AM - 6:00 PM
Front desk staffed during limited hours

Access methods

Front desk (limited hours)

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Children and extra beds

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

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 all accommodation. Cashless payment methods are available for all transactions.

National rating

For the benefit of our customers, we have provided a rating based on our ratings system.

Property is also known as

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Frequently asked questions

What is the cancellation policy at The Barn Cabins & Camp?

The Barn Cabins & Camp offers free cancellation on select room rates. Check out the cancellation policy for more info.

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

As of 13 Sept 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at The Barn Cabins & Camp on 14 Sept 2025 start from NZ$84.00, including 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.

Is parking available at The Barn Cabins & Camp?

Yep, The Barn Cabins & Camp has a self car park for NZD 5.00 per day.

Are there any beaches close to The Barn Cabins & Camp?

Yep, The Barn Cabins & Camp is a short 16-minute walk from Marahau Beach. Fun beach activities include snorkelling and fishing.

Is there a free airport shuttle available at The Barn Cabins & Camp?

No, The Barn Cabins & Camp does not offer an airport shuttle service.

Is there a bar or restaurant at The Barn Cabins & Camp?

Yep, they've got a lounge bar and an onsite restaurant.

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

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM. Check-out time is 10 AM.

Are pets allowed at The Barn Cabins & Camp?

No, pets are not allowed.