The Station House Motel
7 Elizabeth Street
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Why people book this hotel
“A short walk to the tavern, great food”
“Great location for Farewell Spit bus trip”
“Lovely quiet self-contained cabin with a soft bed”
“Super clean rooms”
“Friendly and helpful hosts”
“Friendly host”
“Room was clean, quiet and had character”
“Clean and tidy, awesome room and location”
“Good value too”
“No breakfast”
Overview
Located just 2 minutes' walk from the beach in the quiet Golden Bay village of Collingwood, The Station House Motel offers comfortable accommodation with free Wi-Fi and a courtyard area with BBQ facilities. Each room at this solar-powered property includes electric blankets, basic cooking facilities, a modern en suite bathroom, and a TV with DVD player. Continental breakfast is available for guests each morning at an additional charge. The outdoor courtyard features a dining table and brick fireplace. Luggage storage and guest laundry facilities are available. Free off-street car parking is provided. Situated in a historic 19th-century building, The Station House Motel has many beautiful walking tracks on its doorstep. The hosts can assist with arranging tours to Farewell Spit, which depart from opposite the motel.
Traveller reviews
Johann
couple
May 15, 2026
“Very comfortable and location suited us very well.”
Rob
couple
May 2, 2026
“Host was super friendly and very helpfull”
Room was clean, quiet and had character. A short walk to the tavern, great food.
Janette
couple
April 30, 2026
Great location for Farewell Spit bus trip.
Erik
solo_traveller
April 19, 2026
Everything very good. Would come back any day.
Nicqui
couple
April 13, 2026
“Wonderful, we'd definitely stay again”
Great location, private and sheltered. Friendly and helpful hosts. Cosy and comfy. Good value too.
Brent
solo_traveller
April 11, 2026
“Station House was Grouse!!!”
Lovely quiet self-contained cabin with a soft bed. Had a great sleep. Very close to the shops and beach.
Gidget
couple
April 1, 2026
Clean and tidy, awesome room and location. Friendly host
Lisa and Tony
family_with_children
March 29, 2026
“Great place to stay. Would definitely stay there again”
Great location. Close to the beach, pub, cafes. Easy going hosts. Super clean rooms.
Michel
solo_traveller
March 26, 2026
“Sleeping in a old police hotel in front of golden bay”
Cosy and warmfull welcome. Clean and comfortable
Graeme
couple
March 19, 2026
“Perfect place to stay in Collingwood.”
Lovely spacious room in an historic home (former police station) and very centrally located. Very clean and comfortable with basic kitchenette. Wonderful hostess.
Judith
couple
March 16, 2026
Was in good location and very unique accomodation
Chris
solo_traveller
March 14, 2026
“Stunning scenery lots to do and cosy accommodation”
Everything we needed was there. Great location. Very helpful staff
Nicola
couple
March 12, 2026
Friendly service. Our room was perfect to meet our needs, just a one night stay. But, we should have stayed another night in Collingwood.
Beth
couple
March 10, 2026
“Great”
No breakfast
Rosey
couple
March 9, 2026
“Perfect Place to Stay”
Lovely comfortable cottage. Would stay here again has everything you need.
Leah
couple
March 8, 2026
Great location. Clean, comfortable room. Very peaceful.
Carlton
couple
March 5, 2026
The host was very helpful.
Jacqui
extended_group
February 28, 2026
“Great trip to Collingwood. Do the Farewell Spit trip.”
Location was great. I love staying in historic places
Nicky
couple
February 23, 2026
“Beautiful historic building central to town, would love to have stayed longer.”
Beautiful historic building, beautifully decorated and really central to town. Would highly recommend.
Caroline
couple
February 12, 2026
“Wish we could have stayed longer”
Quiet, spacious and comfortable
Facilities
Accessibility
Wheelchair accessible, Toilet with grab rails
Activities
Beach, Children's playground, Hiking, Horse riding
Cleanliness & disinfecting
Use of cleaning chemicals that are effective against Coronavirus, Linens, towels and laundry washed in accordance with local authority guidelines, Guest accommodation is disinfected between stays, Guest accommodation sealed after cleaning, Property is cleaned by professional cleaning companies, Guests have the option to cancel any cleaning services for their accommodation during their stay
Entertainment and family services
Kids' outdoor play equipment
Food & Drink
Breakfast options
Food & drink safety
Delivered food is securely covered, All plates, cutlery, glasses and other tableware have been sanitized, Physical distancing in dining areas, Food can be delivered to guest accommodation
General
WiFi available in all areas, Heating, Designated smoking area, Non-smoking rooms, Facilities for disabled guests, Family rooms
Internet
Internet services, WiFi, Free WiFi
Outdoors
Outdoor furniture, Picnic area, Garden
Parking
Parking, Free parking, Parking on site, Private parking
Physical distancing
Contactless check-in/check-out, Cashless payment available, Physical distancing rules followed
Reception services
Invoice provided
Safety & security
Key access, Smoke alarms, Fire extinguishers
Safety features
Access to health care professionals, Staff follow all safety protocols as directed by local authorities, Shared stationery such as printed menus, magazines, pens, and paper removed, First aid kit available
Services
Shuttle service, Express check-in/check-out, Laundry, Private check-in/check-out, Shuttle service (additional charge), Daily housekeeping, Luggage storage
Cottage with Garden View
Nestled in the serene gardens of the historic Station House Motel, the Garden Cottage offers a peaceful retreat in the heart of Collingwood, Golden Bay. This charming, self-contained cottage combines comfort and convenience, making it ideal for couples or solo travelers seeking a relaxing getaway. The Garden Cottage features an en suite bathroom, comfortable queen bed, small sofa, Freeview TV and a basic kitchen for light meal preparation. French doors open onto a private patio, inviting you to enjoy the lush, edible garden filled with mandarins, oranges, blackberries, and kiwis. Whether you’re sipping morning coffee in the sunshine or unwinding after a day exploring Golden Bay, the Garden Cottage provides a tranquil escape. Perfectly located within walking distance of the beach, Courthouse Café, the Collingwood Tavern, local Museums, and Farewell Spit Eco Tours—which your hosts can help arrange, it’s the ideal base for discovering all that Golden Bay has to offer.
Large Studio
The Large Studio Room is located inside the 1907 Historic Home. It is a Spacious Room which includes an En Suite Bathroom. The Large Studio has a queen size bed, and single bed, small sofa, tv, and sunny breakfast table in kitchenette. This room has all you need for a good nights’ sleep, but it is not equipped to make meals and does not have a kitchen sink. No cooking in this room. The little kitchenette has a fridge, kettle, toaster and microwave. The large bedroom windows offer the beauty and warmth of the afternoon sun, and look out onto Collingwood Village and the Wakamarama Range.
Small Studio
The Small Studio Room is nestled inside the historic 1907 Station House, offering a cozy retreat with all the comforts you need for a relaxing stay. This charming studio features a private Ensuite bathroom, queen-size bed, a small sofa, Freeview TV, a compact kitchenette with fridge, kettle, toaster, and microwave,—perfect for tea and toast. Please note that it is not set up for cooking meals and does not include a kitchen sink. Sunlight fills the room through large windows, framing beautiful views of Collingwood Village and the Wakamarama Range. Step outside to enjoy lush, private garden seating areas where you can bask in the sun or relax in the shade. Everything Collingwood has to offer is within easy walking distance: the beach, Courthouse Café, Collingwood Tavern, Museums, and Farewell Spit Eco Tours—which your hosts can help arrange. Whether you’re here to unwind or explore, the Small Studio Room is the perfect base for your Golden Bay adventure.
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