The Waters provides a peaceful oceanside retreat complete with continental breakfast. Guests can relax at the spa, enjoy the sunny terrace, or venture into the surrounding nature reserve. Former visitors particularly appreciate the tranquil atmosphere of this bed & breakfast.
Located in Tasman, The Waters is in a rural area and on the waterfront. Tasman Golf Club and Mapua Wharf are worth checking out if an activity is on the agenda, while those wishing to experience the area's natural beauty can explore Kahurangi National Park and Kina Peninsula. SimPit Technologies and Abel Tasman Paddleboarding are also worth visiting. Discover the area's water adventures with kayaking and fishing nearby, or enjoy the great outdoors with skydiving and hiking/biking trails. Visit our Tasman travel guide
At The Waters, you can look forward to free continental breakfast, a terrace, and a garden. Active travelers can enjoy cycling at this bed & breakfast. Treat yourself to a massage or other spa services. Stay connected with free in-room WiFi, and guests can find other amenities such as laundry facilities.
Other perks at this bed & breakfast include:
Free self parking
Bike rentals, meeting rooms, and luggage storage
Tour/ticket assistance, a nature reserve, and smoke-free premises
Room features
All guestrooms at The Waters offer comforts such as premium bedding and air conditioning, as well as perks like separate dining areas and bathrobes.
Other amenities include:
Bathrooms with free toiletries and hair dryers
Smart TVs with digital channels and DVD players
Wardrobes/closets, balconies, and separate dining areas
Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: 9 PM
Minimum check-in age: 18
Check-out
Check-out before 10 AM
Special check-in instructions
The property charges 2 percent for credit card payments
The front desk is open daily from 9:00 AM - 9:00 PM
Front desk staffed during limited hours
This property doesn't offer after-hours check-in
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools
Access methods
Front desk (limited hours)
Pets
Pets not 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
Credit card charges are subject to a surcharge of 2 percent
The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may not include tax and are subject to change.
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, mobile payments, and cash
Mobile payment options include: Apple Pay
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children; if you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room
We should mention
This property does not have elevators
The property has connecting/adjoining rooms, which are subject to availability and can be requested by contacting the property using the number on the booking confirmation
National rating
Property class, provided by our rating system, is based on property type, amenities, and services.
Property is also known as
Waters B&B Tasman
Waters Tasman
The Waters Tasman
The Waters Bed & breakfast
The Waters Bed & breakfast Tasman
Frequently asked questions
Is The Waters pet-friendly?
No, pets are not allowed at this property.
How much is parking?
Self parking is free at this property.
What time is check-in at The Waters?
Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: 9 PM. After-hours check-in is not available.
What time is check-out at The Waters?
Check-out is at 10 AM.
Where is The Waters located?
Offering direct access to the beach, this Tasman bed & breakfast is steps from Kina Peninsula and 2.4 mi (3.9 km) from Tasman Golf Club. Mapua Wharf and SimPit Technologies are also within 9 mi (15 km).
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Reviews
The Waters Reviews
9.8
Exceptional
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9.8
Cleanliness
9.0
Location
9.8
Staff & service
9.8
Property conditions & facilities
Rating 10 - Excellent. 37 out of 40 reviews
10 - Excellent
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Rating 8 - Good. 2 out of 40 reviews
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Rating 6 - Okay. 1 out of 40 reviews
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Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 40 reviews
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Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 40 reviews
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Reviews
10/10 Excellent
Jonathan
14 January 2024
Just the best spot, an amazing room and so close to the beach - was such fun in the waves! Lovely breakfast too. And Rob is a brilliant host! We’ll be back!
The room overlooked the ocean and the beach was a 50 yd walk to the beach. Rob was an excellent host and very knowlegeable of the area. Breakfast was wonderful.
Excellent accommodation. Very nice host who helps with all your questions and requests, but never pushes you in. Ideal place to unwind or to explore the Abel Tasman NP by rental car. The breakfast is perfect - especially because you are not tied to a specific time in the morning. Thank you for the lovely stay!
We thoroughly enjoyed our stay at the Waters. It is a lovely property and the family/owners are wonderful. Rob is a wealth of knowledge about the area and New Zealand. He was able to book an activity for us after hours for the next day which was amazing. He also offered a charcuterie board and wine dinner to end our busy day! We would definitely return here and highly recommend to others!
Fabulous managers. Incredible spot with ocean and pond type views. First rate breakfast provided daily in your own refrigerator. Not a lot of rooms so the place has a very private feel. I loved everything about it.
Fantastiskt vackert b&b. Att ha en uteplats på var sida av rummet var en riktig bonus. Morgonsol på ena sidan och kvällssol på andra. Andrea and Isaac were perfect welcoming host. Really nice and helpful people.
Location was great...very peaceful! Loved the breakfast variety! Andrea and Isaac were very helpful and friendly as well! Would definitely love to return some day!!
Very friendly staff who went out of their way to accommodate our needs. Abundant breakfast, gorgeous views over the Tasman Bay and a very comfortable sleep.
Would definitely book here again.
Verified traveler
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2018
10/10 Excellent
Britt
27 August 2018
The perfect getaway with amazing views.
I didn’t want to leave! This place is a hidden gem and one K.D. the best places I’ve ever stayed. The room was everything I could have needed with an incredibly comfortable bed. The breakfast was great and so convenient to have it in your room the night before so you could eat whenever worked for you the next day. And the views...they can’t be beat. The sunrise over the ocean is just outside your door and the haze from the sunset over the mountains in the distance at your back door. Such a beautiful and relaxing space and the woman who runs it is a great wealth of knowledge about the area. I will be back....and hoping sooner than later.
Britt
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2018
6/10 Okay
Dee, SC, USA
19 May 2018
Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Room comfort
Could be fantastic
Beautifully set on the coast in a quiet location. Fantastic room design. Could be ideal, but: came Into a room that smelled from smoke (turn to be burning wood in the area), The place would greatly benefit from a-heating (the heating system blows air directly at the head of the bad but is not sufficient to hold the temperature); b-clean new towels; bathroom rugs, (the floor was freezing). The lady owner was extremely helpful and nice.
This place is fantastic! Wish we could have stayed longer. Loved everything about it - the location, the design of the space, and the delicious breakfast.
Sehr exklusive Unterkunft, mit unbeschreiblichem Ausblick, sehr schöne und geschmackvolle Einrichtung, sehr engagierte Gastgeber, sehr helle und saubere Zimmer, zwei Terassen (Sonnenaufgang/Sonnenuntergang), sehr leckeres und frisches Frühstück, direkt am Strand, wahrscheinlich die hochwertigste und beste Unterkunft auf der gesamten Südinsel von Neuseeland, der hohe Übernachtungspreis ist absolut gerechtfertigt, sehr gute Kücheneinrichtung, sehr ruhige und unberührte Umgebung, nur drei Wohneinheiten, ein unbeschreibliches Erlebnis.
We wanted somewhere we could totally relax at, this was the perfect spot. Claire was a wonderful host, helpful and friendly. We can certainly recommend "The Waters" to anyone planning a holiday in this area- superb!