What's West Coast like?
There's a lot visitors like about West Coast, especially its beaches and restaurants. Activities like hiking give you a chance to enjoy the outdoors during your stay. Families visiting West Coast can spend quality time at Lake Kaniere Scenic Reserve and National Kiwi Centre. While you're here, don't miss a chance to see sights like Lake Brunner and Rapahoe Beach.
Where are the best places to stay in West Coast?
Here are our travelers' top 5 places to stay in West Coast:
Rimu Lodge, in Ruatapu
Adults-only lodge- Free parking • Free WiFi • Bar • Terrace • Garden
Hokitikas Kiwi Holiday Park and Motels, in Hokitika
Family-friendly holiday park within easy reach of Jagosi Jade- Free parking • Free WiFi • Garden • Attentive staff
Archer House B&B, in Westport
Luxury guesthouse- Free breakfast • Free parking • Free WiFi • 24-hour front desk
Lake Brunner Longhouse, in Moana
- Free parking • Free WiFi • Garden • 24-hour front desk • Attentive staff
Alpine Rose Greymouth Motel, in Greymouth
- Free parking • Free WiFi • Terrace • Garden • Attentive staff
What is there to see around West Coast?
- Lake Brunner (19.2 mi/30.8 km from the city center)
- Rapahoe Beach (23.1 mi/37.2 km from the city center)
- Pancake Rocks (27.4 mi/44.1 km from the city center)
- Shantytown (27.4 mi/44.2 km from the city center)
- Punakaiki Beach (27.8 mi/44.7 km from the city center)
What is there to do around West Coast?
- West Coast Rail Trail (24.6 mi/39.6 km from the city center)
- Lake Kaniere Scenic Reserve (42.5 mi/68.4 km from the city center)
- National Kiwi Centre (42.8 mi/68.9 km from the city center)
- Te Waipounamu Maori Heritage Centre (42.8 mi/68.9 km from the city center)
- Waiho Hot Tubs (101.9 mi/163.9 km from the city center)
Other Popular West Coast Attractions
- Lake Kaniere
- Hokitika Beach
- Tauranga Bay Seal Colony
- Carters Beach
- Hokitika Gorge