Title: Mapua Studio High Quality Accommodation - Latest Reviews, Deals & Photos 2026 - Expedia.ca [See all properties](http://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?regionId=&selected=27159348&adults=2&children=&sort=RECOMMENDED&useRewards=false&semdtl=&userIntent=&vip=false) Entire apartment # Mapua Studio High Quality Accommodation Apartment in Mapua with kitchen and patio ## Photo gallery for Mapua Studio High Quality Accommodation ![Property grounds - Mapua Studio High Quality Accommodation (Mapua (Ruby Bay))](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/28000000/27160000/27159400/27159348/f55e2c1e.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=598&ra=fit) ![Outdoor dining - Mapua Studio High Quality Accommodation (Mapua (Ruby Bay))](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/28000000/27160000/27159400/27159348/fd210e85.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Exterior detail - Mapua Studio High Quality Accommodation (Mapua (Ruby Bay))](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/28000000/27160000/27159400/27159348/1dbb15d9.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Fitness facility - Mapua Studio High Quality Accommodation (Mapua (Ruby Bay))](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/28000000/27160000/27159400/27159348/1f7d1ed5.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Dining - Mapua Studio High Quality Accommodation (Mapua (Ruby Bay))](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/28000000/27160000/27159400/27159348/86ac35d0.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) - Overview - Location - Amenities - Policies Welcome to this tranquil and tastefully decorated Studio in a quiet setting, featuring a wood fire for chilly nights. Enjoy outdoor living on your private timber deck with barbecue facilities and explore the local area on one of two bikes provided or bring your own. ## Reviews 9.8 Exceptional ### Entire apartment 1 bedroomSleeps 2355 sq ft ## Popular amenities - Barbecue grill - Parking available - Washer - Fireplace - Kitchen - Outdoor space ## Add dates for prices Check-in Check-out Travellers ## About this property ### Entire place You'll have the entire apartment to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party. ### Mapua Studio High Quality Accommodation Some samples of what the guests are saying: Quiet tranquil and just fabulous: comfy bed: great shower thanks. Your holiday cottage looked perfect on the internet AND IT IS. Bliss, perfect Studio with outdoor setting so tastefully decorated. Peaceful relaxing all we were looking for. The Studio is new and contemporary with polished concrete floors and cosy and homely, has a great tiled shower, it is tastefully and simply decorated and immaculately clean. French doors open onto your own enclosed timber deck, cook a chooky or vege burger on the barbecue and you're welcome to use herbs from the garden. There are 2 bikes here which you are welcome to use and a bike shed if you want to bring your own. There is off street parking for the car too. If the nights get a bit chilly there is a toasty warm Studio wood fire (which I love), very very cosy. The Great Taste Cycle Trail: We are just a couple of minutes from the Wharf where the Mapua Ferry carries people and their bikes connecting Mapua to Rabbit Is as part of the cycle trail linking to Nelson and the other way to Kaiteriteri. The Wharf and the village has a variety of unique shops show casing local artists work, restaurants and cafes fish and chip shop and the Golden Bear Brewery (boutique brewery) often has live music for you to kick back relax and enjoy. I want to mention too that Godwits migrate all the way from Alaska (11000km) to spent time with us and they come to our estuary which is at the end of our street. I find that amazing. At the end of the street is also a tranquil place to watch the sun go down Special conditions: Although we do the cleaning, we do ask that you leave the Studio tidy with dishes done. The Studio is ultra clean and has freshly ironed fine quality sheets. Extras: Cleaning (Required, NZ$65.00 per stay) this will be included when you book. Linen (included); ## Property amenities ### Beach - Beach towels ### Internet - Available in the apartment: Free WiFi ### Parking and transportation - Car recommended - Parking on site ### Kitchen - Cookware, dishware, and utensils - Electric kettle - Oven - Paper towels - Refrigerator - Stovetop - Toaster ### Dining - Dining table ### Bedrooms - Bedroom - Bedsheets provided ### Bathroom - Hair dryer - Shampoo - Shower - Soap - Toilet paper - Towels provided ### Living spaces - Dining table - Fireplace - Living room - Wood stove ### Entertainment - Books - Stereo - TV ### Outdoor areas - Barbecue grill - Fenced yard - Garden - Outdoor furniture - Patio ### Laundry - Laundry facilities - Washing machine ### Work spaces - Desk ### Comfort - Heating ### Pets - No pets allowed ### Suitability/Accessibility - Smoking not allowed ### Services and conveniences - Iron/ironing board ### Location highlights - In a village - Near the sea ### Things to do - Bicycles - Birdwatching nearby - Ecotours nearby - Fishing nearby - Golfing nearby - Hiking/biking trails nearby - Mountain biking nearby - Swimming nearby - Winery tours nearby ### Safety features - No carbon monoxide detector or gas appliances (host has indicated there are no carbon monoxide detectors or gas appliances on the property) - Smoke detector (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property) - First aid kit - Fire extinguisher ### General - Bicycles - Garden - Property does not allow children - Soundproofing - Unit size: 355 square feet ## Similar properties ![Fridge, microwave, electric kettle, toaster](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/121000000/120700000/120695400/120695357/471809b8.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Redwood Cottage - Essential Comfort Redwood Valley - Ocean view - Kitchen - Washer - Free WiFi [](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-12-30&endDate=2025-12-31&selected=120695357&PinnedHotelID=120695357&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![Interior](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/39000000/38120000/38119900/38119900/3ccd0c4f.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### GARDEN LOVERS DREAM HOME, With Spectacular Estuary View Tasman - Kitchen - Washer - Dryer - Free WiFi 9.8 Exceptional 15 reviews [](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-12-30&endDate=2025-12-31&selected=38119900&PinnedHotelID=38119900&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![Exterior](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/38000000/37910000/37910000/37909975/f11e6467.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Comfortable Apartment with Sea Views. 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Studio is not available for Quarantining or Isolation for Covid 19, to reduce risk. In consideration of others/neighbours, guests need to be quiet living. No overnight guests. ### Pets Pets not allowed ### Children and extra beds This property does not allow children ### Events No events allowed ### Smoking Smoking is not permitted ## Important information ### 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 Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited Host has indicated there are no carbon monoxide detectors or gas appliances on the property Host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and a first aid kit This property is managed through our partner, Vrbo. You will receive an email from Vrbo with a link to a Vrbo account, where you can change or cancel your reservation ### We should mention A car is recommended for transportation to and from this property ### Property is also known as Mapua Studio High Quality Accommodation House Studio High Quality Accommodation House Studio High Quality Accommodation Stuo High Quality Accommodati Mapua Studio High Quality Accommodation Apartment Mapua Studio High Quality Accommodation Mapua Mapua Studio High Quality Accommodation Apartment Mapua Studio High Quality Accommodation Apartment Mapua ## About the area ![Map](https://maps.googleapis.com/maps/api/staticmap?&size=660x330&map_id=3b266eb50d2997c6&zoom=13&markers=icon:https%3A%2F%2Fa.travel-assets.com%2Ftravel-assets-manager%2Feg-maps%2Fproperty.png%7C-41.25840%2C173.09941&channel=expedia-HotelInformation&maptype=roadmap&scale=1&key=AIzaSyCYjQus5kCufOpSj932jFoR_AJiL9yiwOw&signature=muTV_cNfi4P81klXfZdyoJr5F1o=) Mapua (Ruby Bay), Nelson Bays #### What's nearby - Mapua Wharf \- 7 min walk \- 0.6 km - Tahunanui Beach Reserve \- 29 min drive \- 35.0 km - Kaiteriteri Beach \- 31 min drive \- 38.6 km - Little Kaiteriteri Beach \- 31 min drive \- 38.6 km - Abel Tasman National Park \- 47 min drive \- 52.7 km #### Getting around - Nelson (NSN) - 26 min drive #### Restaurants - ‪Mapua Village Bakery - ‬9 min walk - ‪The Playhouse Cafe & Theatre Restaurant - ‬7 min drive - ‪The Grape Escape - ‬15 min drive - ‪Alberta's - ‬4 min walk - ‪Java Hut - ‬12 min walk ## Frequently asked questions ### Is Mapua Studio High Quality Accommodation pet-friendly? ### How much is parking? ### What time is check-in at Mapua Studio High Quality Accommodation ? ### What time is check-out at Mapua Studio High Quality Accommodation ? ### Where is Mapua Studio High Quality Accommodation located? ## Have a question? Beta Get instant answers with AI powered search of property information and reviews. Ask a question ## Reviews ## Mapua Studio High Quality Accommodation Reviews 9.8 ### Exceptional All reviews shown are from real guest experiences. Only travellers who have booked a stay with us can submit a review. We verify reviews according to our guidelines and publish all reviews, positive or negative.[More information](https://www.expedia.ca/lp/b/content-guidelines) ### 10 Cleanliness ### 9.8 Location ### 10 Eco-friendliness ### 10 Property conditions & facilities 10 - Excellent 126 8 - Good 15 6 - Okay 0 4 - Poor 0 2 - Terrible 0 ## Reviews ### 10/10 Excellent #### Bryan M. Mar 31, 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### A gem in Mapua My wife and I spent four nights in the studio unit. We found it to be very well appointed. The hostess, Kathy, friendly, helpful and welcoming. ##### Bryan M. Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2025 ### 8/10 Good #### nancy Oct 1, 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, communication native bird calls; native birds; close to swimming; very peaceful and quiet no noise at night. ##### nancy Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2024 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Kimber J. Mar 23, 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Impeccably clean studio Kathy was a gracious host and the studio was super clean and tidy. My mother and I really enjoyed our stay and Kathy was very helpful by providing plenty of information about things to do in the surrounding area. We would definitely recommend her place to anyone visiting the area. ##### Kimber J. Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2025 ### 8/10 Good #### Michael K. Aug 7, 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Relaxing Stay Kath was great and pleasant to deal with. We both enjoyed our stay, the studio was clean, well set out and practical. Thank you, Kath, we would stay again, if up that way. Mike and Marike ##### Michael K. Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2024 ### 10/10 Excellent #### william j. Dec 10, 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### My Visit Kathy is a very good host and the studio was ever thing it said. I recommend it. Very clean and well maintained. Good location and an easy walk to the wharf and shops. ##### william j. Stayed 17 nights in Nov 2024 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Vicki B., Woodend, New Zealand Sep 8, 2023 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Great Lovely wee place. Very comfortable and great location. Brilliant shower and loved the wee fire to take the chill of at night. Very sunny and bright. Nice and private. ##### Vicki B. Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2023 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Laura S. Nov 22, 2023 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Lovely hideaway We enjoyed Kathy's hospitality. The wharf is nearby and has some small shops and food vendors/restaurants. A ferry to Rabbit Island and bike ride is a nice way to see the beach. Close enough to Abel Tasman for a day trip. The studio is large, well set-up and very peaceful. ##### Laura S. Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2023 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Barbara S. Apr 26, 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Mapua stay Kathy was very helpful and really enjoyed talking with her. The location was perfect. Walking distance to restaurants, shops, and wharf. Kathy even provided us with Frojies( an Apple/pear type fruit). I would definitely go back . ##### Barbara S. Stayed 5 nights in Apr 2024 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Gregor S. Mar 12, 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Mapua, an excellent location for exploring the northern Coast of South Island An excellent stay at Kathy's bach. Everything needed was on site. Comfy bed and well equipped kitchen. A 5 min. walk away from the Mapua Whraf with all its shops and eateries.I liked most the secluded backyard with almost ripe - but still too sour- grapes.Kathy is a wonderful, communicative and attentive host trying to make her house your home.Thank you Kathy.Gregor ##### Gregor S. Stayed 6 nights in Feb 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Angie B. Aug 13, 2023 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Great place to stay This is a lovely quiet studio in a fabulous location just minutes walk away from the sea and cafes and shops. We visited in winter and the wood burner made this tastefully decorated studio the cosiest of places to stay. We liked it so much in Mapua that we decided to stay longer and since the studio was booked we were offered another property run by the same owner. This was a large 2 bedroom fully kitted out house, also nicely and comfortably furnished, again with a wood burner. There was heaps of firewood provided and the owner couldn’t have been more helpful. We loved our time so much we think we might move here! ##### Angie B. Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2023 ### 10/10 Excellent #### susan Dec 2, 2023 Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication We loved everything about Kathy’s place! What a magical part of NZ! ##### susan Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2023 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Dominic M. May 8, 2023 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Perfect getaway The property was great and we had an amazing stay. Very quiet and well insulated, and the bikes were very handy for nipping down to the wharf or hitting the wine trail. ##### Dominic M. Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2023 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Rae M. Feb 21, 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Perfect spot Ideal spot for our wee break. Just perfect. ##### Rae M. Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2024 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Janet C. Feb 3, 2023 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Great for couples Property was as described & location ideal, Kathy was a great host very friendly and helpful. The use of bikes was a real plus for us. ##### Janet C. Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2023 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Verified traveller Apr 15, 2023 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Fabulous! A wee gem, cannot recommend Kathy’s studio enough, even better than the photos, a tranquil paradise with amazingly comfy bed and a shower to die for, absolutely loved our stay, we will definitely be back. ##### Verified traveller Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2023 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Tina Jun 12, 2020 Liked: Cleanliness, amenities Fabulous studio in a great location only minutes from the Wharf. Stylishly decorated with a woodburner and lovely deck area It was also great to gave use of the bikes Kathy was great and really has an eye for detail ##### Tina Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2020 ### 10/10 Excellent #### gary b. Jan 26, 2023 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Excellent All very good ##### gary b. Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2023 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Irma v. May 29, 2023 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Perfect for some R&R We stayed 7 nights. The Studio is modern, comfy bed, great shower, cosy, warm, private and quiet, just what we wanted and needed. Close to Mapua shops. Kathy is welcoming and the perfect host. HIghly recommended. ##### Irma v. Stayed 7 nights in May 2023 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Verified traveller Mar 7, 2020 Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities The studio was well appointed, a nice size and very clean. There is a lovely little private deck which is a lovely sun trap during the day. Kathy was very welcoming, all this and just a few minutes walk from Mapua Wharf. Spoilt for choice with places to eat in walking distance and a nice walk back down by the water. Thank you for a wonderful stay. ##### Verified traveller Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2020 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Kay L. Aug 4, 2022 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Mapua Cottage still excellent Lives up to description. Clean and comfortable. A pleasant place to stay. ##### Kay L. Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2022 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Clare B. Apr 13, 2022 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### A wonderful little gem. Great communication throughout our stay. Super clean and cosy. Everything you needed was there and more. Thank you for a lovely relaxing stay. ##### Clare B. Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2022 ### 8/10 Good #### Alistair M. Mar 27, 2022 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Nice stay Very nice ##### Alistair M. Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2022 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Gaby C., Wellington Jun 27, 2021 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Cute and peaceful Kathy's place is great - very clean, super cute yet also modern, small but has everything you need and doesn't feel cramped. Great host who already had the fire on when I arrived! Thanks for a lovely stay. ##### Gaby C. Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2021 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Allan B. May 20, 2021 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Cosy little getaway Great host, very warm and cosy with the fire,great location and very clean. Very quiet and relaxing. ##### Allan B. Stayed 2 nights in May 2021 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Veronica S. May 20, 2021 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Short cosy stay Comfortable stay ##### Veronica S.