Accommodation in Collingwood and the surrounding areas.
Backpacker/Budget
There are now a great number of Air Bnb options offered, in addition to these below....I have noted those where you can walk to the event.
* Collingwood Motor Camp Tel: 03 524 8149. Basic cabin, or can include bedding, and some self contained units. Absolutely fabulous location right on the estuary, 15 min walking distance from course venue. https://collingwoodholidaypark.co.nz
* Pakawau Beach Park. Right on the beach. 10kms/15mins drive 035248457 https://goldenbaycamping.co.nz/ All Welcome
* Golden Bay Holiday Park, Tukurua Beach 10 mins drive away Tel: 03 525 9742. http://www.goldenbayholidaypark.co.nz All welcome
* Shambhala Eco-friendly retreat and cabins on a private beach. Tel: 02108 136757 This is a lovely location, looking right out over the sea. 15 min drive away, $80-100 per night. No dogs. http://shambhala.co.nz/ All welcome
* The Innlet Backpackers, Ferntown. 6km drive. Mobile 0210279 9718 Varied accommodation, Cottage sleeps 6, 3 Queen rooms and Bunk rooms http://Www.theinnlet.co.nz All Welcome
* Birdsong Cottage is a small self-contained house which will suit 2-4 people. Wake to an inspiring dawn chorus amongst a private and organic food-forest garden. Only 5 minute walk to school or Collingwood town. https://www.airbnb.co.nz/rooms/704591689875068006?source_impression_id=p3_1724327370_P34u8M1UH0kT8yWq
* Air bnb Collingwood Walkabout Stays, shared accommodation, can suit a group of 6 or less. 15 mins walk to course venue at School. Contact kevelda@gmail.com 03 5248 777. All welcome
* Top 10 Holiday Park Pohara is 30 mins drive away, but is a very well appointed place with a great range of accommodation choices, whether it's camping, cabins, or motel units. 035259500. info@poharatop10.co.nz http://www.poharabeach.com
B and B/ Self Contained
* The Station House in Collingwood Tel: 03 524 8464. Two cottages and two separate rooms, breakfast extra. http://www.AccommodationCollingwood.co.nz. Dog friendly. 10 min walking distance from Course Venue. All welcome
* Blue Moon Air bnb. Right in heart of Collingwood, 10 mins walk to Go Wild Venue. The Blue Moon is a cozy space with a private entrance and your own private bath. https://www.airbnb.co.nz/rooms/39364277?
* Bird Song Cottage air bnb. Entire secluded cottage. Wake to an abundance of birdlife and an inspiring dawn chorus from the private & organic forest-garden. 4 guests, 2 bedrooms, 3 beds. https://www.airbnb.com.au/rooms/704591689875068006?
* Herons Rest in Collingwood, with lovely views, 5 min walk to Go Wild venue. http://www.herons-rest.co.nz . One self contained cottage with two separate bedrooms; and a queen bed + breakfast option. Check out trip advisor or trivago. All welcome
* Gorgeous B and B in ParaPara (about 10 mins from Collingwood). Located on the site of well known artist, Hans Bauer of Anathoth Pottery. Day phone +6435248215, Evening phone +6435248215. Mobile phone 0276123702 https://www.holidayhouses.co.nz/new/listing/17493 All welcome
* Collingwood Park Motel in Collingwood Tel: 03 5248 499 Self contained units for 2-4 people and cute Ecopod. 10 min walking distance from course veneue. Contact: stay@collingwoodpark.co.nz. http://www.collingwoodpark.co.nz All welcome
* A1 Abode. Part of a two unit complex adjoining the carport. It is cosy, comfortable, private and completely self-contained with a full kitchen and two double bedrooms. There is a complete laundry facility on the premises. 10 min Walking distance from Course venue. A1_Abode_Collingwood@xtra.co.nz https://www.holidayhouses.co.nz/properties/3268.asp All welcome
* Ao Marama Retreat has 6 cabins for the adventurous (2 of which have en-suite facilities) in a beautiful setting looking out over the sea. Access for cars, but close enough that you could walk to the course venue (20 mins) https://aomaramaretreat.com or look at airbnb duanandelizabeth@gmail.com 027 265850 All welcome
* Tullamore House. This is a beautiful house right overlooking Collingwood beach. Sleeps at least 4 +6435418687. http://www.tullamoorebeachhouse.co.nz/ All welcome.
* Town centre Takaka, charming comfortable 2 bedroom house sleeps between 4-6, great for friends sharing. https://www.airbnb.co.nz/rooms/39995057?preview_for_ml=true&source_impression_id=p3_1676105167_p%2Ffvpk4w2MeLE6XU
Luxury
* Adrift boutique beachfront accommodation. 10 mins drive from Collingwood. Tel: http://www.adrift.co.nz. 5 star luxury. 03 525 8353 All welcome
* Golden Bay Lodge Tel: 03 525 9275. 15 min drive to Tukurua. Self catering bachs. Secluded location, with walk down to beach. Use of the spa and wood burning stoves. https://www.tripadvisor.co.nz/Hotel_Review-g675007-d1732072-Reviews-Golden_Bay_Lodge_Garden-Takaka_Golden_Bay_Nelson_Tasman_Region_South_Island.html henry@goldenbaylodge.co.nz All welcome
* Twin Waters. 8 min drive from Collingwood. http://www.twinwaters.co.nz. 03 5248 014