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DRIFTWOOD INN - PAKAWAU BEACH FRONT
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Reviews
9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
3 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 8
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Pakawau Beach, Pakawau
- Place, Pakawau Beach3 min walk
- Place, Golden Bay
- Place, Abel Tasman National Park53 min drive
Rooms & beds
3 bedrooms (sleeps 8)
Bedroom 2
1 Single Bed and 1 Queen Bed
Bedroom 3
+2
6 Single Beds
Master Bedroom
1 Queen Bed
1 bathroom
Bathroom 1
Spaces
Kitchen
Dining area
About this property
DRIFTWOOD INN - PAKAWAU BEACH FRONT
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Children
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Smoking
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Important information
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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
On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited
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About the area
Pakawau
Located in Pakawau, this holiday home is on the beach. While the natural beauty of Kahurangi National Park and Pakawau Beach can be enjoyed by anyone, those looking for an activity can head to Te Anaroa Caves. Kayaking and scuba diving offer great chances to get out on the surrounding water, or you can seek out an adventure with mountain biking and horse riding nearby.

Pakawau Beach, Pakawau
What's nearby
- Pakawau Beach - 3 min walk - 0.3 km
- Cape Farewell - 29 min drive - 17.8 km
- Te Waikoropupu Springs - 33 min drive - 46.0 km
- Tata Beach - 43 min drive - 62.6 km
- Abel Tasman National Park - 53 min drive - 74.1 km
Restaurants
- The Courthouse Cafe - 9 min drive
- Tickled Pink - 4 min walk
- Farewell Spit Cafe - 20 min drive
- Sunset Balcony - 9 min drive
- Mad Kin-Ship - 9 min drive
Frequently asked questions
Reviews
9.6
Exceptional
Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
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Cleanliness
9.8/10
Check-in
9.8/10
Communication
10/10
Location
9.8/10
Listing accuracy
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Verified
14 Mar, 2026
Liked: Check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Stayed 5 nights in Feb 2026
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10/10 Excellent
Dan W.
24 Nov, 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Dan W.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2025
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10/10 Excellent
Steven H.
26 Jan, 2026
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Steven H.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2026
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10/10 Excellent
Bridget J.
22 Mar, 2026
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Bridget J.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2026
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10/10 Excellent
Zoe E.
20 Feb, 2026
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Zoe E.
Stayed 5 nights in Feb 2026
Verified
10/10 Excellent
Jamie B.
1 Dec, 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Jamie B.
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2025
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10/10 Excellent
Vani H.
28 Mar, 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Lovely spot
Vani H.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025
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10/10 Excellent
Ans F.
4 Oct, 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Ans F.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2025
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10/10 Excellent
Diane M.
2 May, 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great weekend
Diane M.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2025
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10/10 Excellent
tom m.
24 Mar, 2023
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great spot
tom m.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2023
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8/10 Good
Colleen C.
3 Nov, 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Colleen C.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2025
Verified
10/10 Excellent
Abi&Ewen P.
16 Mar, 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Wonderful
Abi&Ewen P.
Stayed 6 nights in Feb 2025
Verified
10/10 Excellent
Christine H.
6 Mar, 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Perfect short holiday
Christine H.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2025
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10/10 Excellent
Robyn P.
8 Mar, 2023
Liked: Check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great Holiday
Robyn P.
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2023
Verified
10/10 Excellent
Thomas H.
4 Feb, 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great stay
Thomas H.
Stayed 4 nights in Jan 2025
Verified
10/10 Excellent
Simon B.
22 Feb, 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great family Bach
Simon B.
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2024
Verified
10/10 Excellent
Vivien H.
9 Oct, 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Vivien H.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025
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10/10 Excellent
Katie L.
28 Jan, 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Amazing Location and Property
Katie L.
Stayed 7 nights in Jan 2025
Verified
10/10 Excellent
Sharon N.
3 Dec, 2023
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Golden stay
Sharon N.
Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2023
Verified
10/10 Excellent
Sandra C.
22 Jan, 2023
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great beach house
Sandra C.
Stayed 7 nights in Jan 2023
Verified
10/10 Excellent
Lukas L.
18 Feb, 2023
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Amazing location and facilities
Lukas L.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2023
Verified
10/10 Excellent
Yuri K.
21 Dec, 2023
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Perfect location
Yuri K.
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2023
Verified
10/10 Excellent
Andrew M.
18 Nov, 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Beautiful stay
Andrew M.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2024
Verified
10/10 Excellent
Star.dust C.
26 Feb, 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Sunny beach house
Star.dust C.
Stayed 4 nights in Feb 2025
Verified
10/10 Excellent
Elaine C.
27 Apr, 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Perfect spot
Elaine C.
Stayed 5 nights in Apr 2025
About the host
Hosted by Donna
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