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West Coast Region hotels & accommodations

Franz Josef Glacier is perhaps 1 of the most isolated town along the west coast region. Like what a lot of their servers were saying 'we are in the middle of nowhere'. So don't expect to see any big chains hotel names and facilities in the area. The room size was alright and room was clean. The bed was too soft and bouncy and unfortunately, the WIFI wasn't working th...

We booked our stay at Franz Josef having had a fantastic stay at the Aspen Court accommodation at Mt. Cook. The staff were very friendly and our room was spotless. Having travelled to the town to trek to the glaciers we were surprised to discover that this wouldn't be possible. The footpaths had been washed away months earlier during the spring floods. Roads were stil...

We were heading up Fox Glacier and wanted to get accommodation close to the Glacier store. This was the only property that was within our budget and looked like a decently clean hotel so we took a chance on this and never looked back. Room was exceptionally clean, spacious and the toilet had it's own rain bath shower head which was excellent. We stayed in the room that...

Even I read a lot reviews mentioning it's cleaniness before arrival. We were still amazed on the spot. The staff must work very hard to maintain this level....And also very quite, again out of expectation...Although we lived in the double room facing the bath room, there was almost no noise! Except for oNe girl next to our door came back to her room in the middle of ni...

This was one of the best hotel that I have stayed during my south nz trip. the room has it all. at first wasn’t really expecting a 5 star quality hotel, but the moment we go inside it has just a nice feeling to it. compact studio and very modern. The staff were very friendly and we are allowed to borrow any movie from the dvd collection. We are also allowed to borrow t...

This place was great! We had the bundled package including room & 5 course degustation dinner which was superb! The room was spacious, very well equipped, clean, and very comfortable. The staff were extremely attentive and courteous; we felt like this was a true 5-star experience. The bed wasn't as comfortable as hoped, but everything else was fantastic!

We booked the 2bedroom apartment. Warm and clean. Exceptionally friendly service even when we had a flat battery the owner came straight out with a portable battery charger and we were on our way. Also booked our glacier heli flight for us. Very helpful.

As the last stop before heading back to the big smoke, we decided on Greymouth on the west coast. Great decision :) Location:- Although located along the main through road, it was relatively quiet inside the complex, though we wouldn't have known any different due to the double-glazed windows on this unit. It is located right next door to a major supermarket, and a nic...

From the time I arrived at the Bella Vista I was warmly greeted and welcomed by the lovely lady at the reception desk who offered me fresh milk for hot drinks along with hot chocolate packets which weren't in the room. Pretty much every request was attended to swiftly but also any questions no matter how silly were answered honestly and throughly. She was always happy ...

We had a great time in Franz Josef. The Top 10 park was excellent - our room was huge and very clean. The electric blankets kept the cold away! The shared kitchen and lounge were very spacious and again clean. The staff were very helpful and helped us book things. I would stay here again in an instant. This is one of the cheapes places we have stayed in NZ.

We were arrived late at around 8 pm and the owner/staff still welcomed us with smile and our rooms were ready and warm. But the most impressed moment was when our car was stuck in the mud in the middle of nowhere, where we did not know who can help us, motel owner was there to help us with one gentlemen surround the area. They came quick and help to pull our car out of...

Stayed here at the end of January 2012 and found this accommodation to be very clean, modern and enjoyed our stay. Check-in for the cottages is nearby at another motel, but only a short distance away. Staff were very friendly and helpful and eager to please. All facilities within the Franz Josef township are within easy walking distance from 10 Cottages, such as restau...

I would highly rate this accommodation and it is excellent value for money- however, Fox Glacier as a destination appears rather neglected by the authorities compared with the Franz Joseph Glacier- seeing the Glacier here is problematic as only one path was open during my visit and the authorities were maintaining this using tarmac from a road leading up to the glacier...

The tree house deluxe was a very good room. Lovely view from the room. Very comfortable beds and cleanliness was very good. It would have a 5 stars if they had better bfast facilities. They just put a basket of supplies at night for next day bfast... This was the only negative point. The rooms were very spacious. Everythinge else was very good. A must stay in this pr...

Rooms were nice. We had the family room. Only complaint I had was that the family rooms only had a heater in the living room and not the bedrooms though the bedrooms did have heated mattresses. If you, like us, are not fond of the cold then you may need to keep the bedroom doors open during the night to let the heat in from the living room. Doesnt have a restaurant wh...

I’m sure it’s about the same quality as others in the area, but I enjoyed my stay. It’s very easy to find, and the InterCity bus stops right in front of it. Check in is open until 9pm and they’re really nice. The place is surprisingly big, so don’t get lost. There’s a huge kitchen and shared area with everything you could need to prepare and eat dinner. A TV room with ...

I stayed with my family at this place during Nov 2017. We were upgraded to a bigger 2 bedroom cottage that also had a spacious living, dining and kitchen area. It is 5-minutes drive from town center and virtually next to nothing which means that you are totally at peace while still short drive to amenities. We had a wonderful two nights there with the host providing ex...

We loved our stay here! We booked a mezzanine room and enjoyed the space that we had. With the kitchen on the ground floor and the sleeping area on the mezzanine floor, we could cook without worrying that the beds would smell from the cooking. The room was well-equipped and we appreciate the amount of cooking facilities provided. We also liked that the room had an elec...

We stayed at the Beachside Motel for only one night, sightseeing on the west coast of NZ. It was a perfectly comfortable and clean studio room, located near the centre of Hokitika and on the beach. The accommodation was functional, but perfectly fine for one night. Good value.

We enjoyed our stay here. Nice quiet little place, with lovely views outside on your front porch. Staff were helpful. The location is little bit from town, and taxis aren't easily available in Franz-Josef, so maybe best if you have your own car. But the hotel staff let us know of several restaurants in town that will come pick you up (and drop you back off after) if yo...

We stayed at Ashley hotel for a night and checked in pretty late. If you enter Greymouth from West port, there is a HongKong restaurant right in the begining of Greymouth town. They are open till late and food is very nice! The I-Site visitor center gives discounts on touristy activities. Do visit Hokitika as they have beautiful natural attractions and trails. Ashle...

The view of the greenery was a welcome sight. The room was clean and had all the amenities for a home cooked meal. Lots of channels for entertainment. Staff were lovely and helpful. The laundrette was a welcome addition after trekking in the rain to see the glacier. Walking distance to the town too with shops, bars and restaurants. Forget about the other places and boo...

The Pioneer Hotel is a combination hotel/bar and check-in is at the bar in the front of the hotel. The gentleman operating the hotel wasn't immediately present, and it wasn't immediately clear where to go, but one of the customers went to get him and everything else about the stay was smooth. Bathrooms and showers are shared, but there are two each which was enough for...

When we checked in we were told everything we needed to know from where to eat to best things we needed to do on out quick on new night stay. We have an 8 month and hadn't pre-ordered a cot, and after walking past our room and noticing a pram we were brought a cot and a box of toys. This guy is a legend! We had a very comfortable stay and were very impressed.
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Even I read a lot reviews mentioning it's cleaniness before arrival. We were still amazed on the spot. The staff must work very hard to maintain this level....And also very quite, again out of expectation...Although we lived in the double room facing the bath room, there was almost no noise! Except for oNe girl next to our door came back to her room in the middle of ni...

I’m sure it’s about the same quality as others in the area, but I enjoyed my stay. It’s very easy to find, and the InterCity bus stops right in front of it. Check in is open until 9pm and they’re really nice. The place is surprisingly big, so don’t get lost. There’s a huge kitchen and shared area with everything you could need to prepare and eat dinner. A TV room with ...

The tree house deluxe was a very good room. Lovely view from the room. Very comfortable beds and cleanliness was very good. It would have a 5 stars if they had better bfast facilities. They just put a basket of supplies at night for next day bfast... This was the only negative point. The rooms were very spacious. Everythinge else was very good. A must stay in this pr...

We stayed in numerous backpackers in South Island and I must say, Mountain Jade is just one of the best. Don't expect a 5 star hotel obviously. The rooms were clean, we stayed in a bunk bed, centralised heating in the whole place, breakfast consisted of cereals and bread. The manager was friendly and delightful to speak with. Walking distance to a lot of food places ...

Lovely staff and a cool building, nice kitchen and very comfy beds. Just a few steps away from the city centre (cool old buildnings wild west style) and two huge stores open 7 am–9 pm seven days a week for supplies if you need to stock up on food, hygiene articles, clothes and other things.

We really enjoyed our stay. For the price we were expecting very basic accommodation, but our room was fantastic and the lodge overall is one of the best equipped that I have come across. Fantastic decor of statues, ornaments, furniture and pictures from around the world, and a well equipped kitchen. We used the bikes which are free to hire, and paid a really small cha...

I a mistake in our reservation. When I asked at the front desk if our room has a bathroom which I thought it has, he said no. I wanted an upgrade (by money of course). He took care of us so very well in the middle of checking in 45 other people. We got unit 1 which has two stories, a fridge, electric kettle, plates, bowls, cups, tea, coffee, microwave oven, etc. plus a...

I would highly rate this accommodation and it is excellent value for money- however, Fox Glacier as a destination appears rather neglected by the authorities compared with the Franz Joseph Glacier- seeing the Glacier here is problematic as only one path was open during my visit and the authorities were maintaining this using tarmac from a road leading up to the glacier...

Convenient location half way between Hokitika and the Gorge with a variety of different accomodation options attached to a small country pub. All rooms have a shared bathroom. Had a great evening sitting up at the bar having a few beers and a yarn with the friendly owner. He made it feel more like a home stay woth friends than a booked and paid for accomodation. The...

The Pioneer Hotel is a combination hotel/bar and check-in is at the bar in the front of the hotel. The gentleman operating the hotel wasn't immediately present, and it wasn't immediately clear where to go, but one of the customers went to get him and everything else about the stay was smooth. Bathrooms and showers are shared, but there are two each which was enough for...

Perfect B&B. Al and Rosie are very hospitable and friendly. Felt like home. I got a piece of homemade carrot pie when I arrived. Room is very clean and cosy. Flowers in de room. Breakfast is the best I have had in NZ. Homemade bread, yoghurt, muesli, fresh fruit etc. It was a pity I could only stay one night.

The friendly staff (a lady) guided me to the room, once entered to the room, i cant believe my eyes... The room is soooo big and cozy... i love the hotel so much... Greymouth is always raining, my plan was ruined by the weather, but is ok.... the next morning I saw a very beautiful rainbow... Omg... such as beautiful place... :)

We stayed at the Beachside Motel for only one night, sightseeing on the west coast of NZ. It was a perfectly comfortable and clean studio room, located near the centre of Hokitika and on the beach. The accommodation was functional, but perfectly fine for one night. Good value.

We had a comfortable night at the holiday park, and although we didn't stay long, we were still pleased. The room was clean and comfortable, and the hotel was in a great location next to the beach (great on a warm day). If in Greymouth again, I wouldn't hesitate booking here again.

We had a great time in Franz Josef. The Top 10 park was excellent - our room was huge and very clean. The electric blankets kept the cold away! The shared kitchen and lounge were very spacious and again clean. The staff were very helpful and helped us book things. I would stay here again in an instant. This is one of the cheapes places we have stayed in NZ.

When we checked in we were told everything we needed to know from where to eat to best things we needed to do on out quick on new night stay. We have an 8 month and hadn't pre-ordered a cot, and after walking past our room and noticing a pram we were brought a cot and a box of toys. This guy is a legend! We had a very comfortable stay and were very impressed.
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Franz Josef Glacier is perhaps 1 of the most isolated town along the west coast region. Like what a lot of their servers were saying 'we are in the middle of nowhere'. So don't expect to see any big chains hotel names and facilities in the area. The room size was alright and room was clean. The bed was too soft and bouncy and unfortunately, the WIFI wasn't working th...

We were heading up Fox Glacier and wanted to get accommodation close to the Glacier store. This was the only property that was within our budget and looked like a decently clean hotel so we took a chance on this and never looked back. Room was exceptionally clean, spacious and the toilet had it's own rain bath shower head which was excellent. We stayed in the room that...

This was one of the best hotel that I have stayed during my south nz trip. the room has it all. at first wasn’t really expecting a 5 star quality hotel, but the moment we go inside it has just a nice feeling to it. compact studio and very modern. The staff were very friendly and we are allowed to borrow any movie from the dvd collection. We are also allowed to borrow t...

We booked the 2bedroom apartment. Warm and clean. Exceptionally friendly service even when we had a flat battery the owner came straight out with a portable battery charger and we were on our way. Also booked our glacier heli flight for us. Very helpful.

As the last stop before heading back to the big smoke, we decided on Greymouth on the west coast. Great decision :) Location:- Although located along the main through road, it was relatively quiet inside the complex, though we wouldn't have known any different due to the double-glazed windows on this unit. It is located right next door to a major supermarket, and a nic...

We were arrived late at around 8 pm and the owner/staff still welcomed us with smile and our rooms were ready and warm. But the most impressed moment was when our car was stuck in the mud in the middle of nowhere, where we did not know who can help us, motel owner was there to help us with one gentlemen surround the area. They came quick and help to pull our car out of...

Stayed here at the end of January 2012 and found this accommodation to be very clean, modern and enjoyed our stay. Check-in for the cottages is nearby at another motel, but only a short distance away. Staff were very friendly and helpful and eager to please. All facilities within the Franz Josef township are within easy walking distance from 10 Cottages, such as restau...

The tree house deluxe was a very good room. Lovely view from the room. Very comfortable beds and cleanliness was very good. It would have a 5 stars if they had better bfast facilities. They just put a basket of supplies at night for next day bfast... This was the only negative point. The rooms were very spacious. Everythinge else was very good. A must stay in this pr...

I stayed with my family at this place during Nov 2017. We were upgraded to a bigger 2 bedroom cottage that also had a spacious living, dining and kitchen area. It is 5-minutes drive from town center and virtually next to nothing which means that you are totally at peace while still short drive to amenities. We had a wonderful two nights there with the host providing ex...

We loved our stay here! We booked a mezzanine room and enjoyed the space that we had. With the kitchen on the ground floor and the sleeping area on the mezzanine floor, we could cook without worrying that the beds would smell from the cooking. The room was well-equipped and we appreciate the amount of cooking facilities provided. We also liked that the room had an elec...

The view of the greenery was a welcome sight. The room was clean and had all the amenities for a home cooked meal. Lots of channels for entertainment. Staff were lovely and helpful. The laundrette was a welcome addition after trekking in the rain to see the glacier. Walking distance to the town too with shops, bars and restaurants. Forget about the other places and boo...

This place was so beautiful and the location was very close to all the attractions in the area. We had easy access to the local restaurants/cafes, as well as sites like the Pancake Rocks and Blowholes. Being right on the coast, the view of the sunset every night was stunning, and was definitely a change of scenery from the mountains we had been driving through. The f...

Misty Peaks Boutique Hotel is simply fabulous! So good we ended up staying for 2 nights! Allanah is a very friendly and knowledgeable host, she goes out of the way to ensure your comfort during the stay and gave us very good sightseeing tips! The hotel is very comfortable, and each room has its own unique English themed decors. I love the heated tiles which means I don...

We had a most comfortable and surprising 3 days, the owners were so friendly and welcoming.The rooms are excellent in size and decor and the additional recreation facilities were more than expected. We have paid a great deal more for a Hotel stay that was nothing in comparison to this establishment. We would highly recommend this place to anyone. My name us Roy Mackin ...

Paroa Hotel was an ideal stop when we travelled the west coast. The room was like a small apartment and had every facility you could wish for and was very clean and fresh. The owner was charming and the staff very helpful. On top of this they serve excellent food which we were able to take to our room as we were tired and wanted a tv supper!

I a mistake in our reservation. When I asked at the front desk if our room has a bathroom which I thought it has, he said no. I wanted an upgrade (by money of course). He took care of us so very well in the middle of checking in 45 other people. We got unit 1 which has two stories, a fridge, electric kettle, plates, bowls, cups, tea, coffee, microwave oven, etc. plus a...

Lovely property and beautiful miners cottage rooms. The rooms have been very tastefully done and are massive with a nice balcony. Unfortunately, the only challenge with the hotel is the location as it is very small town and everything shuts down by 6-6:30 in town. Nearest town is greymouth 30 min away for grocery and basic items. Overall, still a memorable stay!

Dave was so assuring by telling us he would wait for us till 10pm when we called him that we were be checking in late due to delays on the journey. From the online availability, we booked a one bedroom unit for a family of five. Dave provided us with a 2 -room unit as he thought this will be more confortable for us! Was warmly touched by his thoughtfulness!! We slept ...

We stayed in the theee bedroom house and were blown away with the spaciousness, beautiful accessories, comfort and cleanliness. Such good value for money. Very highly recommended. Five star accommodation, will definitely stay again if traveling South.

Convenient location half way between Hokitika and the Gorge with a variety of different accomodation options attached to a small country pub. All rooms have a shared bathroom. Had a great evening sitting up at the bar having a few beers and a yarn with the friendly owner. He made it feel more like a home stay woth friends than a booked and paid for accomodation. The...

We had a one nite stop over on our way to Westport. The motel is very well positioned to the town. There is off street parking and easily accessed from the street. The room is very well layed out and has everything you need for a short or longer stay for two or three people. It is very clean and they have friendly staff, cannot fault it and would stay again.

among all the motel/hotel/resort i stayed during my visit to new zealand south island, bella vista motel franz josef impressed me most. though the room is not too big, but it's well equipped with all your needs, from kitchen to bathroom and to entertainment. the motel manager is very friendly and helpful. books, dvds and magazines are provided free of charge at the rec...

Cons, good place to stay if you are on business. Room was crammed with to much furniture for the size. Very hard to put suitcases anywhere to unpack . The small table and chairs had flowers and brochures and advertising material. No room for dinner plates, cups or cutlery. The kitchen was extremely small and difficult to cook any food. It seemed the room was much ...
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This place was great! We had the bundled package including room & 5 course degustation dinner which was superb! The room was spacious, very well equipped, clean, and very comfortable. The staff were extremely attentive and courteous; we felt like this was a true 5-star experience. The bed wasn't as comfortable as hoped, but everything else was fantastic!

We had a great time in Franz Josef. The Top 10 park was excellent - our room was huge and very clean. The electric blankets kept the cold away! The shared kitchen and lounge were very spacious and again clean. The staff were very helpful and helped us book things. I would stay here again in an instant. This is one of the cheapes places we have stayed in NZ.

I’m sure it’s about the same quality as others in the area, but I enjoyed my stay. It’s very easy to find, and the InterCity bus stops right in front of it. Check in is open until 9pm and they’re really nice. The place is surprisingly big, so don’t get lost. There’s a huge kitchen and shared area with everything you could need to prepare and eat dinner. A TV room with ...

We found these cottages just perfect & great value for money even on the bit larger side for judt two of us. Nettled not far from town & off the highway prime location. Butch & Sharyn were friendly & were will to share their local knowledge with us which was comforting as the weather was a little unpredictable. The sight seeing advice they gave us was spot on. Would re...

We really enjoyed our stay. For the price we were expecting very basic accommodation, but our room was fantastic and the lodge overall is one of the best equipped that I have come across. Fantastic decor of statues, ornaments, furniture and pictures from around the world, and a well equipped kitchen. We used the bikes which are free to hire, and paid a really small cha...

We thoroughly enjoyed our stay. The location is fantastic, with great views out over the valley from both inside & the huge deck. We brought dinner back from town to have on the deck while the sun set & were surrounded by native birds. It was amazing. I followed up with some complimentary whiskey. Helen was a great host & provided a warm & friendly service. She sup...
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Frequently asked questions
What's the average price of a hotel in West Coast?
The average price for a 3-star hotel in West Coast is USD 81. The average price for a 4-star hotel in West Coast is USD 96. The average price for a 5-star hotel in West Coast is USD 145.
What's the average price of a hotel in West Coast this weekend?
The average price for a 3-star hotel in West Coast this weekend is USD 82. The average price for a 4-star hotel in West Coast this weekend is USD 95. The average price for a 5-star hotel in West Coast this weekend is USD 148.
What's the average price of a hotel in West Coast tonight?
The average price for a 3-star hotel in West Coast tonight is USD 79. The average price for a 4-star hotel in West Coast tonight is USD 98. The average price for a 5-star hotel in West Coast tonight is USD 138.
What are the best hotels in West Coast near Westport Airport?
Verified travelers to West Coast who stayed near Westport Airport have given top reviews to Carters Beach Bed and Breakfast, Buller Court on Palmerston and Westport Spa Motel.
What are the best hotels in West Coast near Hokitika Airport?
Verified travelers to West Coast who stayed near Hokitika Airport have given top reviews to Teichelmanns Bed and Breakfast, Amberlea B&B and Stopforths Motel.
What are the best hotels in West Coast near Greymouth Airport?
Verified travelers to West Coast who stayed near Greymouth Airport have given top reviews to Oak Lodge, Al and Rosies B+B and Alpine Rose Motel.
What are the most popular hotels in West Coast?
Some of our most popular hotels in West Coast are Beachfront Hotel, Alpine Glacier Motel and Rainforest Motel.
What are the best hotels in West Coast for couples?
Hotels in West Coast that are highly rated by couples include Beachfront Hotel, Alpine Glacier Motel and Rainforest Motel.
What are the best hotels in West Coast for families?
Hotels in West Coast that are highly rated by families include Beachfront Hotel, Alpine Glacier Motel and Rainforest Motel.
What hotels in West Coast have the best views?
Verified travelers to West Coast have given top reviews for the views at Westport Motor Hotel, Terrace Motel and Lantern Court Motel.
What hotels in West Coast have the best breakfast?
Verified travelers to West Coast have given top reviews for the breakfast at Lantern Court Motel, Franz Josef Montrose Hostel Lodge and Copthorne Hotel Greymouth.
What are the best cities in West Coast to stay in?
Popular cities among travelers staying in West Coast include Franz Josef Glacier, Hokitika and Fox Glacier.
