māra

45 Pomona Road, 7173 Mapua, New Zealand – Excellent location - show map

<p><b>Excellent</b> location — rated 9.5/10! <small>(score from <b>183</b> reviews)</small></p> <p>Real guests • Real stays • Real opinions</p>
9.7
Scored 9.7
Exceptional
Rated exceptional
183 reviews

Nicky was amazing, superb stay away from home. Felt homely but well appointed rooms. Great location.

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Māra is a recently renovated bed and breakfast in Mapua, where guests can make the most of its garden and barbecue facilities. This property offers access to a patio, free private parking and free WiFi. Guests can access the bed and breakfast via private entrance. The bed and breakfast provides guests with a terrace, garden views, a seating area, satellite flat-screen TV, a fully equipped kitchenette with a microwave and a toaster, and a private bathroom with shower and a hair dryer. A fridge and kitchenware are also offered, as well as a coffee machine and a kettle. At the bed and breakfast, units are equipped with bed linen and towels. Guests at the bed and breakfast will be able to enjoy activities in and around Mapua, like cycling. The bed and breakfast has a picnic area where you can spend a day out in the open. Christ Church Cathedral, Nelson is 32 km from māra, while Trafalgar Park is 33 km from the property. The nearest airport is Nelson Airport, 30 km from the accommodation.

Couples particularly like the location — they rated it 9.4 for a two-person trip.

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Most popular facilities
  • Free parking
  • Non-smoking rooms
  • Tea/coffee maker in all rooms

Property highlights

Top location: Highly rated by recent guests (9.5)

Free private parking available on-site

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Availability

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Room type
Number of guests
 
2 single beds
or
1 extra-large double bed
2 single beds
or
1 extra-large double bed
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Guests need to meet one or more requirements to stay in this property: proof of full Coronavirus (Covid-19) vaccination, a recent valid negative Coronavirus PCR test, or recent proof of Coronavirus recovery.

Property practices

This property has told us they implemented certain practices across some or all of these categories: waste, water, energy and greenhouse gases, destination and community, and nature.
Guest reviews

Categories:

Staff
9.9
Facilities
9.9
Cleanliness
9.9
Comfort
9.9
Value for money
9.8
Location
9.5
Free WiFi
9.6
High score for Mapua
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See what guests loved the most:

  • Alison
    New Zealand New Zealand
    “Nicky was amazing, superb stay away from home. Felt homely but well appointed rooms. Great location.”
  • Davor
    Germany Germany
    “Really friendly hosts, and the apartment is really nicely furnished and comfy.”
  • Peter
    Spain Spain
    “Really stylish accommodation in beautiful garden setting, very helpful host, lovely healthy breakfast”
Quality rating
This property is rated 4 out of 5 as compared to other homes and apartments on our site. The rating is based on overall quality using factors such as review score, facilities, size, location and service.

Hosted by Nicky Cronin and Jim Thompson

9.9
9.9
Host review score
Host review score
Nicky Cronin and Jim Thompson
Relax in this calm, bird-filled garden. Enjoy your breakfast on the private patio or take a glass of wine into over an acre of established and developing garden. The newly built suites are well-equipped with a kitchenette, dining area and living area. Quality bedding on your choice of a super king sized bed or two long singles and plenty of features to make your stay comfortable. Each patio has its own bike rack with adjacent charging point for e-bikes. Ideal for couples or groups of up to 4 travelling together.
Ruby Bay is right on the Great Taste Cycle Trail and gives easy access to Abel Tasman and Kahurangi National parks. The Mapua wharf is a short walk, drive or ride away and the local area features many artisanal food suppliers, artists and wineries. Make mara your base to explore this amazing region.
Language spoken: English

Property surroundings

Facilities of māra
Great facilities! Review score, 9.9

Most popular facilities
  • Free parking
  • Non-smoking rooms
  • Tea/coffee maker in all rooms
Bathroom
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels
  • Bath or shower
  • Private bathroom
  • Toilet
  • Free toiletries
  • Hairdryer
  • Shower
Bedroom
  • Linen
  • Wardrobe or closet
  • Extra long beds (> 2 metres)
View
  • Garden view
  • View
Outdoors
  • Picnic area
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Outdoor dining area
  • Sun terrace
  • Barbecue
  • BBQ facilities
  • Patio
  • Terrace
  • Garden
Kitchen
  • Coffee machine
  • Cleaning products
  • Toaster
  • Kitchenware
  • Electric kettle
  • Microwave
  • Refrigerator
  • Kitchenette
Room Amenities
  • Socket near the bed
Activities
  • Bike tours
    Additional charge
  • Beach
  • Cycling
    Off-site
Living Area
  • Seating Area
  • Desk
Media & Technology
  • Flat-screen TV
  • Satellite channels
  • TV
  • Pay-per-view channels
Food & Drink
  • Breakfast in the room
  • Tea/Coffee maker
Internet
Fast free WiFi 105 Mbps. Suitable for streaming 4K content and making video calls on multiple devices. Speed test carried out by the host.
Parking
Free private parking is possible on site (reservation is not needed).
    Reception services
    • Invoice provided
    General
    • Electric blankets
    • Non-smoking throughout
    • Hardwood or parquet floors
    • Soundproofing
    • Private entrance
    • Heating
    • Fan
    • Ironing facilities
    • Non-smoking rooms
    • Iron
    Accessibility
    • Entire unit located on ground floor
    Languages spoken
    • English

    House rules

    māra takes special requests - add in the next step!

    Check-in

    From 15:00 to 22:00

    Check-out

    From 06:00 to 10:00

     

    Cancellation/
    prepayment

    Cancellation and prepayment policies vary according to accommodation type. Please enter the dates of your stay and check the conditions of your required room.

    Children and beds

    Child policies

    Children are not allowed.

    Cot and extra bed policies

    Cots and extra beds are not available at this property.

    Age restriction

    The minimum age for check-in is 18

    Payments by Booking.com

    Booking.com takes your payment on behalf of the property for this stay, but make sure you have cash for any extras once you get there.

    Smoking

    Smoking is not allowed.

    Parties

    Parties/events are not allowed

    Pets

    Pets are not allowed.

    The fine print
    Need-to-know information for guests at this property

    Payment before arrival via bank transfer is required. The property will contact you after you book to provide instructions.

    This property will not accommodate hen, stag or similar parties.

    In response to Coronavirus (COVID-19), additional safety and sanitation measures are in effect at this property.

    Guests need to meet one or more requirements to stay in this property: proof of full Coronavirus (Covid-19) vaccination, a recent valid negative Coronavirus PCR test, or recent proof of Coronavirus recovery.

    Legal information

    This property is managed by a private host. EU consumer law relating to professional hosts might not apply.

    FAQs about māra

    • The nearest beach is just 200 yards from māra. All distances are measured in straight lines. Actual travel distances may vary.

    • The prices at māra may vary depending on your stay (e.g. dates you select, hotel's policy etc.). See the prices by entering your dates.

    • Room options at māra include:

      • Twin/Double

    • Check-in at māra is from 15:00, and check-out is until 10:00.

    • māra is 1.3 miles from the centre of Mapua. All distances are measured in straight lines. Actual travel distances may vary.

    • māra offers the following activities / services (charges may apply):

      • Cycling
      • Beach
      • Bike tours