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Watson's Way Backpackers, Renwick

Posted by Eledhwen 6 June 2007

Watson's Way, run by Pat and Paul, is a clean, welcoming hostel in the little village of Renwick bang in the middle of Marlborough wine country.

Toast and jam is provided for breakfast, there's a nice lounge with a television. Bikes are available for hire ($10 if you're staying at the hostel) and Pat will offer tips for the best route around the wineries and which ones to visit for tastings.

On SH6/SH63. Blenheim is the nearest town.