The Shady Rest B&B
Bed and breakfast, 3-star139 Commercial Street, Takaka, 7110, Takaka, New ZealandShow on map
Top rated
Guests rate it highest for location, cleanliness and service.
9.450Reviews- Check-in from 2:00 PMCheck-out by 10:00 AM.
- Very good locationGuests rate the location 8.4 out of 10, at 139 Commercial Street, Takaka, 7110.
- Breakfast availableIncluded on some rates — the board is shown on each room.
Amenities & Features:
Complimentary wireless internet access
Fireplace in the lobby
Complimentary continental breakfast
What this place offers
- Fireplace in lobby
- Television in common areas
- Free breakfast
- Multilingual staff
- Front desk (limited hours)
- Smoke-free property
- Tours/ticket assistance
- Free self parking
- Free continental breakfast
- Shared microwave
Rooms
9.4
Top rated
Rated 9.4 out of 10 by 50 guests who stayed here.
- Cleanliness8.3
- Service8.0
- Location8.4
- Rooms7.7
- Amenities7.1
- Value6.9
- Food & drink7.9
Guests mention
Clean roomsFriendly staffGreat locationComfortable bedsGood breakfast
KareyOur host helped to guide us and our route and our hiking in both national parks and gave us some amazing tips and insights. Lovely eclectic Edwardian property with interesting artwork and sculpture. Wish we had stayed…
AnthonyCould not ask for better, charming atmosphere, hospitable host.
karenPeaceful interlude
A fabulous B&B that is made so friendly and enjoyable by the host Mark.
Front green room with stunning views and a verandah was great. The breakfasts were the highlight as it was in the formal lounge room and cooked to…
Susan GEspecially lovely stay
Shady Rest is filled with character and warmth, including lots of eclectic art, furniture and decor. Mark is a wonderful host who is passionate about running his B&B, making guests feel totally at home, offering terrific…
GarethA B&B in NZ? Wow! Rare!
Fantastic B n B, giving you the run of the house and down to the creek to feed the eels! Really comfy bed and excellent shower too. Topped off with an eggsellent breakfast.
RichardJan, the operator, was exceptionally friendly and helpful. The breakfast was top notch.
Reviews are written by guests who booked through our supplier and stayed, shown as written and in their own language. Category scores are the supplier’s reading of recent reviews, updated June 2025.
Where you’ll be
139 Commercial Street, Takaka, 7110, Takaka, New Zealand
Guests rate the location 8.4 out of 10 — very good.
Things to know
Cancellation
Each room shows its own terms before you pay.
Most rates can be cancelled free until a date shown on the room.
Non-refundable rates are marked as such.
House rules
Check-in from 2:00 PM until 10:00 PM
Check-out by 10:00 AM
No children
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No pets
No smoking anywhere on the property
The front desk is open daily from 7:30 AM - 10 PM. To make arrangements for check-in please contact the property ahead of time using the information on the booking confirmation. If you are planning to arrive after 9 PM please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation. Guests must contact the property in advance for check-in instructions. The front desk is staffed during limited hours.
Pets. Pets not allowed
Sustainability Certifications. Property confirms they are implementing guest safety measures
Pets. Service animals are exempt from fees/restrictions
Accessibility. No elevators
General. Bed sheets and towels are washed at a temperature of at least 60°C/140°F
General. Property is cleaned with disinfectant
General. Social distancing measures are in place
General. Professional property host/manager
Children and extra beds. No cribs (infant beds) available
Sustainability Certifications. Property confirms they are implementing enhanced cleaning measures
Pets. Service animals are allowed
Payment & property
Paid when you book, not at the desk.
Rates include the taxes and fees we can read.
The property may take a card at check-in for incidentals.
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Take in the views from a garden and make use of amenities such as complimentary wireless internet access and a fireplace in the lobby. This bed & breakfast also features tour/ticket assistance, a picnic area, and barbecue grills. A deposit may be required at the property.
What we’d check for you here
- That the step-free room is actually free on your dates, and whether it is a roll-in shower or a bath, which the listing never says.
- Whether there is room for a pickup, a trailer or a van, not just a car.
- Whether breakfast is in the rate or added at checkout, and what time it runs.
- Whether the rate moves for your dates, and what it includes.
- What the property actually charges at the desk on top of the rate.
Questions about The Shady Rest B&B
What time is check-in and check-out at The Shady Rest B&B?
Check-in is from 2:00 PM. Check-out is by 10:00 AM. If you're arriving late, tell us and we'll ask the property to hold the room.
Does The Shady Rest B&B allow pets?
No — the property states that pets are not allowed.
Is there parking at The Shady Rest B&B?
Parking is listed among the property's facilities. Whether it's free and whether a space can be reserved varies, so we check it against your dates rather than promise it here.
Is breakfast included at The Shady Rest B&B?
Breakfast is offered at the property. Whether it's included depends on the rate — the board type is shown on each room once you put your dates in.
Does The Shady Rest B&B have Wi-Fi?
Yes — internet access is listed among the property's facilities.
Does The Shady Rest B&B have wheelchair accessible rooms?
The property lists step-free or accessible facilities. That flag is the one least able to settle the question: a hotel can carry it and still have a step at the entrance, or a bath rather than a roll-in shower, and it does not say whether the accessible room is free on your dates. Tell us what you need and we'll ask the property directly rather than reading you the flag.
How do I book The Shady Rest B&B?
Put your dates in above and book online, or call (888) 789-8585 and we'll do it for you — including things a booking form can't handle, like a block of rooms, a monthly rate or an invoice for your employer.
Where is The Shady Rest B&B?
139 Commercial Street, Takaka, 7110, Takaka.
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