Authentic charm within the 'Untamed Natural Wilderness' of the West Coast
Welcome, travel sellers! Discover our curated collection of boutique accommodation on the West Coast. This page is your inspiration, showcasing unique properties that perfectly complement the region's wild beauty. Find the ideal haven for your clients, from secluded escapes to charming exploration bases, and help them experience the true essence of our untamed West Coast.
Riverstone Retreat
Karamea, West Coast, NZ
Nestled on the banks of the Karamea River, overlooking Kahurangi National Park, Riverstone Karamea offers luxurious and self-contained chalet accommodation. Designed with comfort and modern amenities in mind, including underfloor heating and double-glazed windows, each chalet provides a peaceful haven. Guests can enjoy stunning views, private balconies, fully equipped kitchens, and access to a hot tub, garden, and various activities like fishing and cycling, making it an ideal base for exploring the natural beauty of the Karamea region.
Contact: Alistar and Anna Marie
Email: info@riverstonekaramea.co.nz
Phone: +64 (27) 723 2878
Website: riverstonekaramea.co.nz
The Bay House Beachfront Accommodation
Westport, West Coast, NZ
Hosted, boutique, beachfront accommodation. It features high-specification luxury rooms overlooking the surf break, with both ocean and garden views. There are a total of four rooms, consisting of two luxury beachfront studios and two beachside garden suites. A continental breakfast buffet is included. This accommodation is adults-only and has a minimum stay of two nights.
Contact: Sandra Henderson
Email: info@bayhouse.co.nz
Phone: +64 (3) 789 4154
Website: bayhouse.co.nz
Punakaiki E'capes
Punakaiki, West Coast, NZ
The E'scapes in Punakaiki - Treescapes, Seascapes, and Cliffscapes are three holiday homes perfectly showcasing the region's subtropical forest, West Coast beaches, and towering limestone cliffs. Each offers a unique, comfortable, and well-equipped base for exploring Punakaiki's stunning natural beauty.
Contact: Dion Findlay
Email: info@punakaikibeachcamp.co.nz
Phone: +63 (3) 731 1894
Website: punakaikiescapes.co.nz
Hydrangea Cottages
Punakaiki, West Coast, NZ
Nestled between the Pancake Rocks and the Punakaiki lagoon, Hydrangea cottages offers a charming collection of seven cottages along with a spacious beach front house. The cottages are surrounded by lush native bush and towering limestone formations that border the Paparoa National Park.
Some of the accommodations boast breathtaking sea views. Most cottages are fully self contained, providing a tranquil and relaxing getaway.
Contact: Karen Dickson
Email: info@pancake-rocks.co.nz
Phone: +63 (21) 264 2600
Website: pancake-rocks.co.nz
Breakers Boutique Accommodation
Greymouth, West Coast, NZ
Beachfront location with stunning West Coast sunsets and stargazing opportunities. It's an ideal base for exploring the region, relaxing, enjoying sea views, or walking on the beach. Breakers provide tours including "Explore by Bike," "History Tour," and "Photography Location Tour." Guests can expect an intimate, warm, and friendly atmosphere where they can quickly make friends. Accommodation includes three ensuite guest rooms with breakfast, and homemade pizza is available by prior arrangement.
Contact: Jan & Stephen
Email: stay@breakers.co.nz
Phone: +64 (3) 762 7743
Website: breakers.co.nz
Theatre Royal Hotel
Kumara, West Coast, NZ
This charming, fully restored Gold Miners hotel in Kumara offers excellent access to the West Coast Wilderness Trail and is enroute to Arthur's Pass. It provides diverse accommodation, including 6 guest historic bedrooms, 6 replica miners cottages, and two suites in the restored BNZ Old Bank Building. Guests can enjoy a warm West Coast welcome at the restaurant and bar, which serves delicious and hearty dining options daily during the summer season. The hotel also caters to cyclists with dedicated washing, drying, and storage facilities.
Contact: Barbara Toth
Email: manager@theatreroyalhotel.co.nz
Phone: +64 (3) 736 9277
Website: theatreroyalhotel.co.nz
Maruia Hot Springs
Lewis Pass, West Coast, NZ
Located in the Southern Alps of New Zealand, is a natural wellness destination focused on relaxation, restoration, and reconnection with nature and oneself.
Indulge in daily sauna fusions, yoga, and meditation, complemented by eco-friendly luxury accommodation with stunning alpine views. Savor nourishing, seasonal meals at the onsite restaurant, unwind with private bathing and spa treatments, and reconnect with nature through forest bathing and scenic trails. Experience a true digital detox in an environment free from Wi-Fi and distractions, fostering deep relaxation and personal rejuvenation.
Contact: David James
Email: djwatson@maruiahotsprings.nz
Phone: +64 (22) 187 9544
Website: maruiahotsprings.nz
Te Aka Treehouse - Native Forest Retreat
Greymouth, West Coast, NZ
Te Aka Treehouse, located 35 minutes from Greymouth, offers transfers from the Greymouth Train Station. It provides a luxurious and private treehouse experience set within New Zealand's native forest, allowing guests to immerse themselves in the untouched beauty of the forest, enjoying dappled light, birdsong, and stunning views. The main treehouse is well-equipped with a kitchen, a king-sized bed, and a bathroom featuring a relaxing deep bath with a window overlooking the native forest. Additionally, the sleep treehouse provides a queen bed and a single loft bed.
Contact: Lisa and Dave North
Email: stay@te-akatreehouse.co.nz
Phone: +64 (20) 4121 5822
Website: te-akatreehouse.co.nz
Lake Brunner Eco Lodge
Lake Brunner, West Coast, NZ
This eco-friendly off-grid lodge, nestled in native forest with stunning lake views, offers a secluded nature escape. It features 7 ensuite rooms for up to 14 guests, an onsite restaurant/bar with lake-view dining, and exclusive packages. Activities include glowworm tours, stargazing, fly-fishing, kayaking, birdwatching, a wood-fired hot tub, and self-guided nature walks.
Contact: Brenda Lynch
Email: Lodge@lakebrunner.co.nz
Phone: +64 (27) 307 4040
Website: www.lakebrunner.co.nz
Goldfield Suites
Greymouth, West Coast, NZ
This Qualmark Gold 4 Star Plus adults-only accommodation, located a 10-minute drive from Greymouth, is a tranquil oasis amidst lush rainforest. It offers expansive wilderness views and abundant birdlife, including weka and kiwi. Guests stay in modern self-contained 1-bedroom cottages, specifically 4 x 1-bedroom suites with queen beds and private balconies with a café setting. Hosted evening meals are available from December to March, and the location is ideal for stargazing due to its dark sky.
Contact: Andy and Jolene
Email: stay@goldfieldsuites.co.nz
Phone: +64 (21) 047 3917
Website: goldfieldsuites.co.nz
Awatuna Sunset Lodge
Hokitika, West Coast, NZ
This adult-only retreat, winner of the Travel and Hospitality Awards 2023 for Boutique Lodge of the Year (West Coast, New Zealand), offers stunning views of the Tasman Sea. Hosts Elizabeth and Selwyn invite guests to rest, relax, rejuvenate, and be nurtured by the Wild West Coast. Guests can enjoy fresh-cooked meals or champagne in the spa while watching the sunset and waves. It is a adult-only retreat.
Contact: Elizabeth and Selwyn
Email: explore@awatunasunsetlodge.nz
Phone: +64 (22) 329 2450
Website: awatunasunsetlodge.nz
Hokitika Fire Station Boutique Accommodation
Hokitika, West Coast, NZ
Boutique accommodation located in the heart of Hokitika. It's an iconic, historic listed building that has been lovingly restored and converted into five beautifully styled holiday apartments. Each of the five apartments has a unique and welcoming feel with luxurious touches. The apartments include one 3-bedroom apartment and four studio apartments. Guests also have access to shared, fully-equipped laundry facilities, a secure storage area, and an outdoor patio with a fireplace ideal for stargazing.
Contact: Sue Stile
Email: bookings@hokitikafirestation.co.nz
Phone: +64 (21) 428 566
Website: hokitikafirestation.co.nz
Rimu Lodge
Hokitika, West Coast, NZ
This is the West Coast's only Qualmark 5-star lodge, offering luxurious service and magnificent views of the Hokitika River and mountains from its rooms. Guests can enjoy the fire in the Great Room on cool evenings and partake in a 5-6pm happy hour with beer, wine, or spirits served on the deck or in the Great Room. The lodge has 4 rooms, accommodating a maximum of 8 adult guests, and provides quality furnishings, amenities, and includes breakfast.
Contact: Sue-Ellen
Email: stay@rimulodge.co.nz
Phone: +64 (21) 776 123
Website: rimulodge.co.nz
Woodland Glen Lodge
Hokitika, West Coast, NZ
Located a 7-minute drive from Hokitika, this accommodation offers relaxation amidst 21 acres of expansive grounds and gardens, along with a comfortable guest lounge. Guests are served delicious homemade breakfast cooked to order from a comprehensive menu, utilising farm-fresh eggs, homemade breads, and local ingredients when possible. There are five private and spacious guest rooms: Moeraki (super king bed, ensuite + private lounge), Ianthe (king bed, ensuite), Paringa (queen bed, ensuite), Mahinapua (king bed, ensuite), and Rotikino (twin single beds, ensuite).
Contact: Fraser Symon
Email: relax@woodlandglen.co.nz
Phone: +64 (3) 775 6252
Website: woodlandglen.co.nz
The Dome Experience
Ross, West Coast, NZ
The Domes at Ross Beach TOP10 Holiday Park offer a stylish and relaxing beach escape. Each dome is fully self-contained with a kitchenette, dressing room, lounge, dining area, and air conditioning. Guests can enjoy continental breakfast supplies and a Nespresso coffee machine, along with a queen-sized bed offering sunset views for a comfortable and indulgent stay.
Contact: Sue and Andy
Email: info@rossbeachtop10.co.nz
Phone: +64 (21) 428 566
Website: rossbeachtop10.co.nz
Luxury in the Wilderness
Franz Josef Glacier, West Coast, NZ
Offering two exquisite off-grid retreats: The Lake House and The Sunset Cabin. Both are set on a 30-acre wilderness property with stunning views of glaciers, snow-capped mountains, lakes, and rainforest. Indulge in king or super king beds, breathtaking sunsets, outdoor bathing experiences (shower or stone bath), and panoramic barrel saunas, all beside pristine natural swimming holes, promising unparalleled luxury embraced by nature.
Contact: Jody Direen
Email: hello@jodydireen.com
Westwood Lodge
Franz Josef Glacier, West Coast, NZ
Just a 2-minute drive from Franz Josef village, this peaceful retreat offers quality, superior accommodation with majestic scenery and a spacious, relaxing atmosphere. It features 9 rooms, including 6 Coach House Suites, 2 Main House Suites, and 1 Main House Grand Suite. Facilities include a delicious buffet and cooked breakfast, a billiard room, a sumptuous guest lounge, and an outdoor area for every room.
Contact: Jim Little
Email: jimlittle@azuresapphire.nz
Phone: +64 (3) 752 0112
Website: westwoodlodge.co.nz
Kahere Retreat
Franz Josef Glacier, West Coast, NZ
Kahere Retreat offers unique, hand-crafted eco-style chalets nestled in Franz Josef's Glacier Country, just a five-minute drive from the township. Designed for nature lovers, this fully self-contained, family and pet-friendly retreat provides a comfortable base to explore the region's scenic walks, majestic mountains, historic gold rush sites, and rugged coastlines, inviting guests to relax, reconnect with nature, and recharge.
Contact: Judith Beuel
Email: kahereretreat@gmail.com
Phone: +64 (21) 0257 1775
Website: kahereretreat.nz
Wilderness Lodge Lake Moeraki
Lake Moeraki, West Coast, NZ
Less than 30 minutes from Haast, Gerry & Anne offer a warm wilderness welcome with gourmet food, wine, and superb accommodation, including 4 Riverview rooms and 20 Rainforest rooms. Guests can explore independently or join skilled nature guides for wilderness seacoast walks and kayak safaris to discover New Zealand's unique wildlife, such as Tawaki penguins, NZ fur seals, Hector's dolphins, giant eels, and ancient trees.
Contact: Gerry and Anne
Email: lakemoeraki@wildernesslodge.co.nz
Phone: +64 (3) 750 0881
Website: wildernesslodge.co.nz
