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West Coast Accommodation

Kapitea Ridge:
Kapitea Ridge is an intimate and stylish, luxury boutique hotel on the rugged West Coast of the South Island. The lodge lies amongst 8 hectares of prime coastal land with panoramic views over the wild beaches and indigenous rainforest. Accommodation is stylish and private, with attention to comfort and detail. In the evening, lodge guests have the option of enjoying fine food and wine in a relaxed and convivial atmosphere.

Te Weheka Inn:
Te Weheka Inn is nestled beneath the towering Southern Alps on the awesome West Coast of New Zealand. Close by, the mighty Fox Glacier grinds seaward while the tranquil waters of Lake Matheson reflect the scenic grandeur encompassed by native bush, all part of nature's grand scheme.  The Inn is just 100 metres from the centre of town where 4 restaurants are available for evening meals. Room sizes are a generous with large bathrooms with a shower.  Rooms open on to a small balcony with Fox Valley views.

Wilderness Lodge Lake Moeraki:
The Wilderness Lodge Lake Moeraki is landscaped in a lakeside clearing surrounded by 1,000 year old rainforest trees. It offers a high level of comfort in attractive Lodge rooms (all rooms have private bathrooms) with lounges and restaurant that overlook the lovely Moeraki rapids. Every day, a naturalist guides offer two guided activities that will allow you to explore rainforests, discover ferns, orchids, giant native pigeon, bellbird and tui. We take night walks to see glowworms, the Southern Cross and freshwater crayfish.
Punakaiki Resort:
The Punakaiki Resort is situated in the bush clad foothills of the Paparoa National Park facing the sea, 0nly 400m from the famous Pancake Rocks and Blowholes. All rooms are self contained, have luxury ensuite, private outdoor seating, Sky TV. Rooms are linked by a series of suspended boardwalks. Most rooms have breath taking sea views or are set amongst native bush creating your own secluded hide-away.

 
Rimu Lodge:
The wild, rugged and majestic West Coast of New Zealand's South Island is the location of Rimu Lodge, a luxurious 5 star boutique lodge retreat set above the Hokitika River between the snow capped Southern Alps and the Tasman Sea. The lodge’s 4 casually elegant ensuite rooms, each with private entrance, are built to take advantage of the views and have seating areas, refrigerators, tea and coffee making facilities and central heating.
Breakers B&B:
Stunningly located overlooking the Tasman Sea, Breakers is a boutique bed & breakfast, offering true NZ hospitality with its beachfront location and amazing sea views. Set on almost 2 acres of native bush and landscaped gardens with an abundance of native flora and fauna, Breakers has its own private track leading from your room to the beach.  Family dogs on the property are Nico and Ziggy, a dalmation and a German Short Haired Pointer.
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