Best places in West Coast

Discover the best places in West Coast, curated using our unique algorithm blending 'Top Rated' and 'Most Reviewed' establishments. Uncover the city's gems and must-visit locales for an unforgettable experience. Please note that certain places categories are intentionally excluded to ensure a refined selection. Ratings are based from 400 places in the region.

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The Hokitika Sandwich Company - West Coast
Sandwich shop
πŸ‘ Sandwiches are fresh and tasty, you can really taste each element of the dish and they’re all really good. The portions are really generous too, I think a half sandwich is more than enough to feed one with decent appetite. However, given it’s popularity, it’s a bit of a long wait (45 mins), but the...
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4.90 (494 reviews)
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Hokitika Gorge
Tourist attraction
Scenic gorge along the Hokitika River featuring walking & hiking trails, plus kayaking.
4.70 (3.2K reviews)
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Jacksons Retreat Alpine Holiday Park
Holiday park
😠 Had an awful experience here recently - Initially we were put onto an empty area down by the playground only to find out once we had put up our tents that there was raw sewage leaking at our feet... The owner tried to move us approx 10m to the side which we declined as who wants to be anywhere near...
$27/night
4.80 (639 reviews)
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Paparoa Track Services
Tourist attraction
Hiking & cycling trail through a limestone & rainforest landscape, with views of the Tasman Sea.
5.00 (251 reviews)
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Pancake Rocks Lookout
Park
πŸ‘πŸ‘ This was super unique and absolutely spectacular. A must stop! Pictures don’t do this place justice!
4.90 (338 reviews)
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Lake Matheson Walk
Hiking area
Gentle hike through ancient forest with the snowy peak of Mt.Cook, or Aoraki, reflected in the lake.
4.70 (1.5K reviews)
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Denniston Coalmining Historic Area
Historical landmark
πŸ‘πŸ‘ This was gorgeous! Incredible views, amazing history, stunning vegetation! I wish I had been able to spend more time here. I'd highly recommend reading up on the place before you go, just so that you have a better mental map, although it's still amazing without it! The drive up the Hill had a few c...
4.80 (516 reviews)
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Pancake Rocks and Blowholes Track
Hiking area
πŸ‘πŸ‘ It's probaby the best thing to do in the area worth detouring 30-60 mins. The main path is wheelchair friendly. It takes about 15-30mins to explore. It is very well maintained, with toilets, plenty of parking a few souvenir shops and cafe. Beside the great view, the path, the layout and the facilit...
4.80 (478 reviews)
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Gentle Annie Seaside Accommodation
Holiday home
Laid-back beachfront holiday park with eclectic cabins & a campsite, plus a cafe with a fireplace.
4.80 (436 reviews)
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Westland Tai Poutini National Park
National park
Iconic home of the Franz Josef and Fox glaciers stretching from the sea into the mountains.
4.70 (940 reviews)
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Mount Aspiring National Park
National park
Glaciers, peaks & rich birdlife in a 877-acre national park used in the Lord of the Rings movies.
4.70 (842 reviews)
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Otira Viaduct Lookout
Scenic spot
πŸ‘πŸ‘ Windy and wet day and couldn't do the Otira valley walk so shot up to the viaduct lookout. The river was pumping and the trickling waterfalls on the cliff faces had turned into torrents... which made you realize even more what an engineering feat and necessity the viaduct was. We took the track to y...
4.70 (724 reviews)
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Kahurangi National Park
National park
Massive wilderness park offering hiking, biking, camping, caving, fishing, hunting, rafting & more.
4.70 (588 reviews)
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Hokitika's Kiwi Holiday Park and Motels
Self-catering accommodation
πŸ‘πŸ‘ Excellent! The place is well-kept, tidy and well-maintained. Staff is pleasant and informative. The best holiday park in New Zealand!
$52/night
4.80 (329 reviews)
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Global Village Accommodation
Hostel
Vibrant dorms & eclectic private rooms in a casual lodging with a shared kitchen & loaner kayaks.
$36/night
4.80 (319 reviews)
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Rainforest Retreat
Hotel
Laid-back mountainside lodge featuring a rustic restaurant/bar, a hot tub & a sauna.
$32/night
4.60 (1.6K reviews)
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Paparoa National Park
National park
Protected coastal area with forest, cliffs and canyons, plus 'pancake stack' rocks and blowholes.
4.70 (475 reviews)
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Seal Colony Tauranga Bay
Tourist attraction
πŸ‘ Great hike starting from Cape Foulwind parking lot. We are in our 60’s and in pretty good shape and recommend: Hiking boots and hiking poles. It is a hike on a gravel trial along a rolling hill path. It takes about 1 hour 45 min you d trip. It’s a beautiful trial and takes you to the seal colony. Bi...
4.60 (1.2K reviews)
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On Yer Bike! Quad bike, Offroad Buggy & Hagglund Adventures
Tourist attraction
πŸ‘πŸ‘ We took the waterfall package, and Mike was our tour guide. It was a fun and unique experience to navigate through the tight forest and to see a waterfall up close. We took the 2 man buggy and halfway through we swap role. Recommended if you are up for some adventure
4.90 (208 reviews)
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Aspen Court Franz Josef
Motel
Relaxed studios & apartments in a modest motel offering a hot tub, plus mountain & rainforest views.
4.80 (263 reviews)
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