Best Lodges in Ross

Amberlea Cottages offers accommodations in Hokitika, a 13-minute walk from Hokitika Beach and 25 miles from Greymouth Train Station. With quiet street views, this accommodation features a balcony. The vacation home offers rooms with air conditioning, free private parking, and free Wifi. The vacation home provides guests with a terrace, a seating area, satellite flat-screen TV, a fully equipped kitchen with a dishwasher and an oven, and a private bathroom with walk-in shower and a hair dryer. A microwave, a toaster, and fridge are also featured, as well as a kettle. At the vacation home, the units are fitted with bed linen and towels. A continental breakfast, comprising fruit and juice is served at the property. Guests can make the most of the warm weather with the property's barbecue facilities. The area is popular for cycling, and bike rental is available at this 5-star vacation home. Hokitika Airport is 1.2 miles away.

- "Excellent stay, would recommend" - "Superb facility. Would definitely stay again." - "Impressive clean and well equipped" - "Good stay in hokitika" - "Wonderful and memorable" - "Lovely place to stay, recommended." - "Highly recommendable" - "Cozy cottage with everything you need for a comfortable stay" - "Modern, warm and cosy." - "Great stay with our family - modern, clean and spacious. Great location."

Luxury aparthotel in Hokitika with free parking
Along with laundry facilities, this smoke-free aparthotel has a garden and free self parking. Other amenities include a living plant wall.
Each apartment offers comforts like a pillowtop bed and Egyptian cotton sheets, plus free WiFi and an LCD TV with satellite channels. Guests can appreciate conveniences like a sitting area and a microwave, and other amenities include a rainfall shower and an espresso maker. Housekeeping is available on request.
Hokitika Fire Station Boutique Accommodation offers 5 accommodations with espresso makers and coffee/tea makers. These individually decorated and furnished accommodations have separate sitting areas and include dining tables. Pillowtop beds feature Egyptian cotton sheets, down comforters, and premium bedding. 48-inch LCD televisions come with premium satellite channels.

Bathrooms include showers with rainfall showerheads and hydromassage showerheads, designer toiletries, and hair dryers. Guests can surf the web using the complimentary wireless Internet access. Hypo-allergenic bedding and change of bedsheets can be requested. Housekeeping is provided on request.

- "BEAUTIFUL! ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️ I was especially excited to stay here since I work at a Fire Department back home and it did not disappoint!! The room was spacious, modern, immaculately clean and the decor was awesome. Super close to the beach and such a cute little town. Highly recommend!" - "This place was just adorable! We loved staying here. Quiet, clean and decorated so well in Firehouse theme. And having laundry facilities right there also very helpful. Town very walkable with cute shops and restaurant restaurants nearby. "

Overlooking the Hokitika River and the surrounding mountains, Rimu Lodge features a shared lounge area with a fireplace and a breakfast room with fresh fruit and juice, and homemade cereal. Free WiFi is provided and there is a guest computer available for use. All rooms come with insect screens on the windows, a flat-screen TV, tea-and-coffee making facilities and an private bathroom with complimentary toiletries. Some rooms have a terrace as well as views of the Hokitika River and the nearby mountains. Guests can borrow bicycles to explore the surrounding area. Rimu Lodge is a 10-minute drive from Hokitika town center, where there is a variety of cafés, restaurants and bars. Lake Kaniere and Hokitika Gorge are both 30 minutes’ drive away. Hokitika Airport is 6.2 mi away.

- "My wife, Louise, and I stayed at Rimu Lodge for one night during our honeymoon, and it was an unforgettable experience." - "Ticked all the boxes. A welcoming host in a beautiful setting with all the comforts needed for a relaxing and refreshing" - "Rimu Lodge was definitely our best place in our 5 week stay in NZ ." - "Excellent place to stay. Loved it."

While you're here, you can enjoy all the comforts of home and more, including a refrigerator and free WiFi, as well as a TV and a coffee/tea maker. Other amenities include Egyptian cotton sheets, designer toiletries, premium bedding, and a pillowtop bed.

- "Absolutely beautiful property. Everything you need for a comfortable stay is provided plus more. Evening dinner drinks in the lounge room allows you to chat to fellow guests and a wonderful breakfast with various menu options cooked to order. Highly recommend this property. " - "Wow, wow, wow! This is a great place to stay. Very comfortable, spacious and super welcoming. Breakfast is fantastic and there’s a nice happy hour. The rural area is quiet and beautiful. Walk to the pub up the road for dinner. Stop at the glow worm dell to see glow worms shine at night. The owner/host is a gem!"

Offering luxurious Eco-friendly accommodations, Paramata Lodge is 5 minutes' walk from Paramata Bold Head Beach. The lodge offers guided beach walks and lagoon kayaking. Glacier hikes and scenic flights are available at Franz Josef Glacier. Paramata Lodge is 30 minutes' drive from Hokitika Central. Birding and Lagoon tours are available from the lodge with Kiwi and Okarito tours, located 1-hour drive away. Each room offers sea or forest views, deluxe bedding and bed linen. All rooms include a large tiled bathroom with a power shower. Some rooms offer mountain views. Paramata Lodge features a range of artworks and handcrafted décor. An array of activities can be enjoyed on site or in the surroundings, including kayaking and hiking. Free on-site parking is provided. Your breakfast includes a choice of home made options with home grown ingredients. Home-cooked dinners are also available upon prior arrangement. A small selection of fine NZ wine are available along with a few other alcoholic beverages.

- "Paradise." - "A privilege to stay there." - "This is a very special family place that provides personal hospitality."

Along with an outdoor pool, this smoke-free holiday park has laundry facilities and tour/ticket assistance. Free WiFi in public areas and free self parking are also provided. Additionally, a garden, barbecue grills, and a picnic area are onsite. All 14 soundproofed accommodations feature free WiFi and balconies or patios. Guests will also find coffee makers.

Balcony/Terrace • Pool • Laundry • Child Friendly • Kitchen

Hokitika's Kiwi Holiday Park and Motels offers accommodations in Hokitika, a 18-minute walk from Hokitika Beach and 25 miles from Greymouth Train Station. Among the facilities at this property are a shared kitchen and luggage storage space, along with free Wifi throughout the property. The property provides a children's playground and parking on-site. At the resort village, all units include a wardrobe. Some units also have a well-equipped kitchenette with a microwave, a toaster, and a fridge. At the resort village, all units have bed linen and towels. During warmer months, you can make use of the barbecue facilities and eat on the private patio. You can play table tennis at this 4-star resort village, and the area is popular for cycling. An indoor play area is also available at the resort village, while guests can also relax in the garden. The nearest airport is Hokitika Airport, 0.6 miles from Hokitika's Kiwi Holiday Park and Motels.

- "Excellent accomodation" - "Perfect experience in Hokitika." - "Well maintained and run site. Perfect for a short stay" - "Lovely staff and entertaining stay"

While you're here, you can enjoy all the comforts of home and more, including a refrigerator and free WiFi, as well as a flat-screen TV and a coffee/tea maker. Other amenities include premium bedding, towels, an electric kettle, and kitchenware and utensils.

Child Friendly • Guest Services • Kitchen • Fireplace/Heating • Other • Internet • Parking • Bedding/Linens • Sports/Activities • Security/Safety • Toiletries • Balcony/Terrace

Boasting a garden, a terrace, and a private beach area, Big Heart Beach provides accommodation in Hokitika with free WiFi and sea views. Featuring free private parking, the apartment is in an area where guests can engage in activities such as hiking and fishing. The apartment consists of 1 bedroom, a living room, a fully equipped kitchenette with a fridge and a kettle, and 1 bathroom with a shower and a hairdryer. Towels and bed linen are provided in the apartment. Greymouth Railway Station is 45 km from the apartment. The nearest airport is Hokitika Airport, 7 km from Big Heart Beach.

Laundry • Private Beach • Balcony/Terrace • Parking • Ocean View • Oceanfront • View • Smoking • Wheelchair Accessible • Internet • Child Friendly

While you're here, you can enjoy all the comforts of home and more, including a full-sized refrigerator/freezer and an oven, as well as a stovetop and a dishwasher. Other amenities include towels, an electric kettle, kitchenware and utensils, and a dining area.

- "This is a pleasant summertime property relatively close to city center, with on-site car parking. Large living room on one end of building features TV, Wifi, games / books / toys for kids, and a wood stove. Kitchen was very functional and property clean. I would not recommend this property for winter occupancy, however. None of the bedrooms featured heat sources and the inside of the house on arrival felt colder than the outside. Some, but not all, beds feature electric heated blankets, if that is sufficient for you. In the living room, things didn't go better for us. The heat pump never blew anything but cold air. The wood stove looked like a promising but seeing that there was no wood stored nearby, I did not attempt to light it. The owner insists the heat pump works (maybe for him/her, not for us) and that there is fuel to be found for the stove in the shed behind the property. Rooting around in other peoples sheds for fuel is not my idea of a vacation. We left for warmer quarters. I don't doubt that this can be a great spot come summertime, especially if you enjoy lifting a pint or two at the nearby pub. Come wintertime, there are better multi-room options in Hokitika."

B&B on Hoffman is located in Hokitika, just a 17-minute walk from Hokitika Beach and 25 miles from Greymouth Train Station. This vacation home provides free private parking, private check-in and check-out, and free Wifi. Guests can use a garden. The air-conditioned vacation home consists of 2 bedrooms, a living room, a fully equipped kitchen with an oven and a kettle, and 1 bathroom with a bath and bathrobes. A flat-screen TV is provided. There's also a seating area and a fireplace. Hokitika Airport is 0.6 miles away.

- "Had a great stay here. It is a lovely sunny home in a great location. Easy to find. Hosts had excellent communication an" - "The hosts went to great lengths and a massive attention to detail to ensure guests did not have to purchase consumables" - "We enjoyed our night there and would have happily stayed longer." - "Wonderful time with all you need!" - "Our stay was excellent. We thoroughly enjoyed the accommodation. Thank you!"

While you're here, you can enjoy all the comforts of home and more, including nearby pool access and a hydromassage showerhead, as well as a refrigerator and a stovetop. Other amenities include Egyptian cotton sheets, premium bedding, a pillowtop bed, and down comforters.

- "Loved the location. Staff was extemely caring and friendly. Would stay there again." - "A shipping container as a dwelling place is unique for certain. We were very happy with our pod, everything was clean and well maintained. We sure wished we could have spent more than a night. The beach is beautiful at just a few steps away. Quiet park with attentive staff." - "Absolutely ocean front and units very private and all units have a large deck with chairs and umbrella. There is also a large modern communal kitchen with everything you need and a BBQ ."

Sunset View Point offers accommodations in Hokitika, 25 miles from Greymouth Train Station. The air-conditioned accommodation is a 6-minute walk from Hokitika Beach, and guests can benefit from private parking available on site and free Wifi. Offering a balcony and mountain views, the spacious vacation home includes 1 bedroom, a living room, flat-screen TV, an equipped kitchen, and 1 bathroom with an a bath or shower. Towels and bed linen are featured in the vacation home. The property has an outdoor dining area. Guests can also relax in the garden. Hokitika Airport is 1.2 miles away.

- "Would highly recommend." - "Amazing Holiday" - "Great place to stay" - "Great views, nice spot" - "Really enjoyed our short stay. Thank you 😊" - "A very comfortable apartment" - "Great location and views to water with short walk to town" - "Relaxed, comfortable" - "Lovely comfortable stay in a great location" - "Great spot with all you could need….amazing views on a good day" - "Location location location!"

Down a Country road, across from the river. With only 5mins drive to town.
A well equipped house with Freeview, free access to netflix, wifi available. Plenty of off road parking. We are also pet friendly.
With various activities around to keep you busy as you want.!
Maybe go down to the river to do a spot of fishing or Stroll along the beach track then head to one of Hokitika's many cafes for coffee. Wander around Hokitika's Craft Shops or out to the Hokitika Gorge then to the treetop walkway. Hire a bike and do the Bike Trail. See the Glow worms. Or maybe a game of golf. Or just out to the lakes.
Also a drive to the Franz Josef Glacier which is only one and a half hours drive or up to Punakaiki Pancake Rocks.
Then after a busy day back to the house- relax and on colder days light the fire or
switch on the heat pump.
Maybe head up to Woodstock tavern for that dinner and music. Or into town to Lunch/Dinner at Stumpers Restaurant or the Ocean View Restaurant.
We are also agent for www.nzrentacar.co.nz - enquire now hire car/van pick up and drop off at Hokitika Airport.

Special conditions:
Check out 10.30am
Check-in from 1.30pm

Extras: Cleaning (included); Linen (included)

- "Lovely place and even better once we got the fire going. We were out doing trips for photography most of the day but was lovely to come back to this home. Stayed three nights and were really lucky with the weather. Highlight was going back road early in morni g and seeing first wver kiwi in the wild heading towards another lake for bird photos. Typically too shocked to get photos but got amazing ones all weekend. Thanks" - "Simply fantastic!!! Super comfortable and great location"

Providing a garden, On the Beach features accommodations in Hokitika. This beachfront property offers access to a terrace and free private parking. With free Wifi, this 2-bedroom vacation home provides a flat-screen TV, a washing machine, and a fully equipped kitchen with an oven and microwave. Guests can take in the views of the sea from the patio, which also has outdoor furniture. For added privacy, the accommodation features a private entrance. Hokitika Beach is a 4-minute walk from the vacation home, while Greymouth Train Station is 25 miles away. Hokitika Airport is 1.2 miles from the property.

- "On The Beach is holiday letting done right!" - "Good location and great property to stay short and long term. So love it." - "I’d stay there again in a heartbeat." - "Just a few steps from the most charming driftwood beach" - "Magic location and beautifully presented property and great hosts" - "Great stay, appreciate the little thoughts gone in to welcoming guests." - "A fabulous stay in a fantastic beach house in a cool little coastal town. Our only regret was not staying longer!"

Enjoy all the comforts of home in our fully renovated 3 bedroom holiday home. The perfect spot to have a break on the west coast. Walk the driftwood laden beach at sunset. Bring your bikes (or hire some) and explore the fabulous West Coast Wilderness Cycle Trail. Put on your hiking boots and ramble along the many walking tracks admiring the stunning scenery the west coast has to offer. Play golf on the coast at the delightful links course. Spend a day with a master carver and learn how to carve your own piece of greenstone. Head south to Franz Josef and Fox Glaciers or north to Punakaiki. Relax after your day's adventure on the deck or snuggled up in front of the gas fire in the open plan living area. Cook up a storm in our fully equipped kitchen and retire in our comfy beds.
Special conditions:
Portacot available but please bring bedding.

Extras: Cleaning (Required, NZ$80.00 per stay); Linen (included);

- "Really well appointed and a fabulous location. Close to town, sunny and fresh." - "Fantastic location, awesome house and brilliant hosts. Thank you." - "Stayed here as a group of six with a baby and the house was clean and comfortable. Beach access and the proximity to town was perfect." - "Really nice location and property has been renovated beautifully. Great night" - "The house was fantastic. The beds were super comfy and the house was really clean and well presented. It has everything you need (even a clothes drier) which was handy seeing as we were out wakeboarding every day. Communication was great and we loved walking around Hokitika and checking out the shops. Cafes and bars were great too."

Kaniere Hideaway offers accommodations in Hokitika, 26 miles from Greymouth Train Station. This apartment provides free private parking, private check-in and check-out, and free Wifi. The air-conditioned apartment consists of 2 bedrooms, a living room, a fully equipped kitchen with an oven and a kettle, and 1 bathroom with a shower and a hair dryer. Towels and bed linen are provided in the apartment. The accommodation is non-smoking. Hokitika Airport is 3.1 miles away.

- "Hokitika hideaway" - "Lovely apartment." - "Would recommend and stay here again with my family if I have the chance, Pat was a great host" - "It was a really nice experience. Happy to recommend it" - "Stayed one night. Key pick up was so handy we were both wrecked" - "Welcoming, home with special touches of luxury" - "Hokitika dream with lovely fit out" - "Clean and comfortable." - "Very easy check in, no issues. Everything was thoughtfully provided"

Convenience Plus! Cosy, relaxing, self contained, self catering, recently built, with tasteful, modern, minimalist, light and airy decor. The beach is just one house away, the glow worms are almost neighbours (at end of the street), the town centre is only a short walk of about 15 minutes away.

This house receives plenty of sun which is most prized in our climate. Comfy beds and a bath will help you relax and enjoy our part of the world

I loved the brief time I got to spend staying in this house. You may be the same and not want to leave. Beds are made up with fresh, clean, pressed linen before the arrival of each guest.
There is a deck at the rear where you can lie at night to watch the stars, while listening to the waves hit the beach. Our sunsets are fabulous so be sure to be at the beach to catch them. It's fun to start the day with a walk along the beach dodging the waves.
Hokitika has an airport if you wish to fly in. There is a taxi service available, but no town bus service. The town centre is a 15 minute walk away if you go via the street. If you go via the beach and want to enjoy the natural beauty of your surroundings it will likely take longer.
Our neighbourhood is quiet and safe. The beach and the glow worms/bush are almost right next door so be sure to go for a wander and some relaxation. Walk to town to visit cafes, local pounamu (jade) and gold artisans - go via the beach for a coastal experience (you'll be pleased you did). There are cafes/restaurants at the beach or overlooking the beach or drive a few minutes inland to dine with a coastal vista.
Special conditions:
Smoking permitted outside only.

Check out is 10am.

Extras: Cleaning (included); Linen (included);

- "The property serves our needs perfectly. It was ideal for three couples and we enjoyed our four nights there. If we come back to Hokitika again we will be keen to rebook this property." - "Sandra is an amazing host. The property is spacious, private, cozy and comfortable. We absolutely loved our time here and wouldn’t hesitate to return. Perfect accommodation for coast to coast with the lockable front gate and well fenced with lots of outdoor space for gear and chilling."

Located in Hokitika, 500 metres from Hokitika Beach and 39 km from Greymouth Railway Station, Large Spacious House provides accommodation with free WiFi, air conditioning, a shared lounge and a garden. Featuring free private parking, the holiday home is in an area where guests can engage in activities such as hiking and fishing. The holiday home features 5 bedrooms, a flat-screen TV with satellite channels, an equipped kitchen with a dishwasher and a microwave, a washing machine, and 2 bathrooms with a shower. Towels and bed linen are provided. The holiday home offers a barbecue. Hokitika Airport is 1.2 km from Large Spacious House, while Takutai is 3.1 km away. The nearest airport is Hokitika Airport, 1 km from the accommodation.

Wheelchair Accessible • Kitchen • Air Conditioner • Laundry • Smoking • Balcony/Terrace • Parking • Child Friendly • Internet

With the majestic Southern Alps as your backdrop and the untamed beach on your doorstep, this retreat offers a unique blend of ocean to alps. Whether you're family, friends or adventure seekers, Drifting Sands is your home away from home.
An ideal central point for exploring the West Coast, the property is equipped with incredible beds, linens and dinnerware, a sunset beach studio and a large ozone spa pool for 6 so you can soak up and soak in the sunsets and milky way.
PET FRIENDLY:
Yes, we are absolutely dog friendly and understand the joy in travelling with your pooch. We welcome pets that are well behaved, quiet and sleep on their own beds and please not our furniture or linens.

We ask you to please make sure to note this on your reservation so we can account for extra time to deep cleanse the property upon check out.
We are just an email or message away if you require any assistance during your stay
Beachfront at its best. Some of the best sunsets in the world on your front lawn. Minutes from town and some amazing lakes within a 30min drive.
You will enjoy the awesome beach garden with stunning views of the ocean from the several wee nooks. Immerse yourself in the beautiful surroundings and take a soak in the spa pool with the beach and waves just metres away.
With convenient access via a front door code and off-street parking, you can make yourself so at home you won't want to leave!

Book now and experience the fabulousness for yourself. One night is never enough…

If you need more space or have a larger groups please check out my other eight beach retreats or reach out to see how I may find you the perfect fit for your vacation.
Nestled on the beach and flanked by the grand Southern Alps, here you can experience both insuch close proximity. Drifting Sands offers an authentic beachfront sanctuary offering an unrivalled 'home away from home' experience it is just a five minute walk from the charming town centre of Hokitika. We pride ourselves on hotel grade mattresses, superior quality pillows, duvets and linens ensuring a sumptuous and well rested sleep.

A delightful mix of luxury and nostalgia awaits you.

Dine at our new Revell St restaurant Thatcher & Small orprepare a beachfront banquet for your family and friends in our fully equipped kitchen.Relax in our cosy lounge or chill out in the private sunset beach garden studio with a good book listening to the roar of the crashing waves just metres away.

The sunset on ourfront lawn will take your breath away as it lights up the sky and slowly sets into the Tasman Sea. After dark stroll to the glow worm dell, light a bonfire or sink into our stargazing spa pool or bath tub under the milky way.

You will understand why one night is never enough. Leave fully rested, rejuvenated and fuelled for your onward adventures.

Your satisfaction is at the heart of our every offering and our digital guidebooks are designed to share all our favourite spots, tips and adventures for a bespoke tailoredtime to remember while visiting our cool little town.

This is Drifting Sands.
Drifting Sands is only 5 mins drive in a car or taxi from Hokitika airport.
From Christchurch - It is a 3.5 hour stunning drive over the Alps through Arthur"s Pass.
From Nelson - It is a 5 hour drive along an amazing coastal road.
From Queenstown - It is a 7 hour drive through ever changing scenery.

- "This is a great property and Claire is a fantastic host. Our group has stayed here twice now and it will be our preferred accommodation next time. I would highly recommend this property when visiting Hokitika." - "Was easy and an amazing place to stay." - "This place is so special. An absolute gem! Claire was a perfect host. Will definitely be back!" - "Wow, Drifting Sands is a hidden gem on the beach at Hokitika. Claire is an amazing, generous host who goes out of her way to make sure you have the most relaxing, enjoyable, comfortable time in Hokitika. She was so helpful recommending cool local adventures to go on (when we were rained in for a day). From when we arrived with the fresh, warm raisin bed with homemade preserves, to taking our friends to see their first ever glow worms just up the road, to recommending the best Sunday night muso session at the Woodstock hotel, comfortable beds, good kitchen and a cosy coal fire after a day’s biking, you have to experience it to believe it! The big brazier on the beach with the seating and long table meant we had a Wild West coast beach fire and enjoyed a divine sunset. The outdoor bath with a view another highlight, private with the sound of surf and nature, was pure outdoor bliss. I cannot recommend this place highly enough especially with Coco the puppy and Hunter the cat. The best West Coast hospitality you can ask for :-). Thank you Claire, Coco and Hunter for a perfect long weekend."