Welcome to Hokitika, cool little town. Hokitika is the only beachside, full-service town centre on the West Coast
About
Hokitika has a friendly, comfortable place for you to stay and many are in stunning locations. Hokitika is a great base for your wider West Coast holiday.
It's easy to walk around, so you can easily experience the vibrant art, culture and heritage of Hokitika firsthand.
Nature is at your doorstep with mountains, rivers and beach surrounding the town.
Hokitika has great bars, cafes and restaurants in town with local delicacies and good coffee on offer.
Many artists have their workshops in town and there are numerous ways to relive the old days.
Getting to Hokitika
- It's only 3 hours driving from Christchurch via Arthur's Pass.
- It's only 4 hours drive south from Nelson via State Highway 6.
- Daily 35 minute flights are operated by Air New Zealand between Christchurch and Hokitika.
- Use 100% Pure New Zealand's travel and distance calculator.
From Hokitika you can make day trips to Punakaiki or the Fox and Franz Josef Glaciers.
Location
Hokitika, New ZealandRelated listings
Hokitika Scenic Tours
Hokitika Scenic Tours offer specialised informative, sightseeing day and multi day tours and transport to any destination you wish to visit on the West Coast.
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West Coast Treetop Walk & Tower Zipline
An exhilarating tree top adventure among temperate rainforest giants.
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Thrifty Hokitika Airport
Choose Thrifty for your vehicle hire needs - competitive rental rates, a fleet of modern 5 star ANCAP safety rated vehicles, convenient on-airport collection & a team of friendly, service-focused staff.
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Air New Zealand - Hokitika
Air New Zealand is New Zealand’s national carrier and the only airline which specialises in getting you to, from and around New Zealand.
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Pioneer Hotel
If you want to experience old fashioned West Coast hospitality, you can't go past the Pioneer Hotel.
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Hokitika Sandwich Company
Fresh cut Sandwiches made to order with quality local ingredients on the beautiful West Coast of New Zealand.
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Shining Star Beachfront Accommodation
Supreme quality accommodation in Hokitika, right by the beach, overlooking the Tasman Sea.
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Hans Bay – Lake Kaniere Campsite
Large, grassy lake-front campsite beside beautiful Lake Kaniere. Take in the stunning landscape and explore the area.
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252 Beachside Motels & Holiday Park
Adjacent to beach and glow worm dell. Swimming pool (in season). Free Wifi
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