We stayed at the BOMC just after it re-opened back in 2003 but hadn't been back since. Our 2 night trip to the BOMC was a special treat for walking the Queen Charlotte track. We finished the track at Anakiwa and a few hours later, we were having a nice coffee in the guests cafe! Having had marvelous weather on the track, we ran into a brief southerly squall, which made the boat ride out more interesting. As we arrived Brooke, the assistant manager, was there to help us disembark and take us to the cafe for a coffee, whilst our bags were taken to our room.

The resort is in an incredible spot. The rooms, which are really apartments, are really well done and very well equipped. They all have fabulous views and can cope with hot or cold weather quite well. The bathrooms are large with big walk in showers and nice soaps and shampoos.

We took a spa to rest our weary legs and the following day we indulged in a lovely massage from Anji, the resident therapist. Highly recommended. We had a lovely dinner in the restaurant on our first night. The fire was on and it felt very cosy. The food is excellent and the setting couldn't be better.

We had breakfast in our room. We had picked up some basics in Picton, prior to taking the boat over, and breakfast in bed was a nice way to start the day. You could spend all day in bed just starting at the views.

Eventually we got up and had a simple but tasty lunch in the guest cafe. There is a cafe which is open to the public down on the jetty but the guests have their own spot, with papers and magazines and great furniture to lounge around on and watch the action. Free wi-fi is also available if you need it.

On our second night we didn't fancy a full meal so just had some burgers downstairs. They were delicious. Everything about this resort is top notch. Pip, Nick and Brooke run a very tight ship and someone is always around to help you out or make something happen. It's not cheap to stay here but you do get what you pay for: outstanding location, amazing service, excellent food and very swish but appropriate accommodation.

If we had more time here, we would probably do some kayaking, fishing or a day trip on a boat. You can walk a very steep path up to the QC track and I understand that access is going to be improved there so it may well be an option for QC walkers at some point. Personally, I liked coming here after doing the whole track because I don't think I'd want to leave if I came here for just one night!

If you come to the Sounds, you really must experience the BOMC. It's a truly special spot.

Beautiful and peaceful resort. Limited number of guests and attentive staff. Staff is always present, without being intrusive.
Ideal for a few days blissful tranquility, yet well situated for walks on the Queen Carlotte trail.
Staff makes bookings for water taxi.
Excellent spa, fine restaurtant, but there is little variation in the menu, especially if you stay a little longer. You can enjoy breakfast and dinner outside on the terrace, with beautiful views of the bay.
Room service is sometimes careless
Highly recommended for a relaxed stay on high level

The Bay of Many Coves Resort is possibly one of the most tranquil places I have ever stayed. I love the fact it's only accessible by boat, which makes it feel very special, as if you are really "getting away from it all". There isn't a whole lot to do when you're there, but that's kind of the point!

The food in the resort's restaurant is spectacular, but on the pricey side. A minor gripe but read on for another option.

The rooms are well furnished and decorated, with stunning views across the bays. The sunsets are awesome. They come with fully equipped kitchenettes, something we were not told by our travel agent unfortunately. Once you are on the resort, you no longer have access to shops so our top tip would be to buy some basic provisions in Picton before getting on your water taxi to the resort. This way you can have some light snacks available for brunch or for the afternoon. If money's no object by all means eat in the restaurant three times a day, but it is nice to have the option.

The pool and hot tub are very pleasant and a great place to unwind. You just can't stop taking in those views. If you feel the need to walk off breakfast, try the Queen Charlotte Track - you feel like you're on top of the world looking out over one of the most beautiful places you have ever seen.

Finally the service - very good. From the moment you arrive, your bags are carried from the jetty, and the staff really make a fuss over you. They always acknowledge you and ask how you're enjoying your stay. It all felt very professional if not necessarily all that personal.

All in all, a very special place - expensive but worth every penny.

The sheer beauty of the Marlborough Sounds is probably enough to make this luxurious sanctuary a perfect place to visit, but the owners and staff at Bay of Many Coves resort makes sure there is no stone left unturned to make sure your stay is everything you could want.
Whether you were after a romantic sanctuary to just share each others company and soak up the beauty, or if you wanted to get out amongst the surrounding bush and spectacular views or out on a boat fishing, Pippa and her staff make sure you get the best advice, service and provisions.
The accommodation was very well appointed and from taking care of the laundry you tried to get done or bringing your hot drinks after a big days hiking to your room, nothing is too much trouble.
The amenities are slightly limited by the location with the pool and spa being tucked away but the access to everything the Marlborough Sounds has to offer more than makes up for this.
The restaurant has a stunning view of the evening light on the water and with the extended twilight of summer there is no rush to get down to the restaurant to enjoy it. The food was superbly presented and prepared and whatever the time of day or request, nothing was too much trouble.
Access to the QUeen Charlotte track is challenging by foot so dont make this a stopover destination on your hiking trip but boat access to points on the track is easy if you need a place to relax before or after your hike.
This is a beautiful get away spot but the efforts to make your stay everything you want it to be but the owners and staff really make it a perfect location if the Marlborough Sounds is your destination.