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Tonight
15 Oct - 16 Oct
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16 Oct - 17 Oct
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16 Oct - 18 Oct
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23 Oct - 25 Oct

Our top choices for Charleston family-friendly hotels

A modern building with large windows and a stone pathway leading to it, situated on a pebbled beach with driftwood in the foreground.
A wooden balcony with a view of the ocean and palm trees.
A room with large windows overlooking a beach, a table with chairs, and a potted plant.
A covered outdoor seating area with tables and chairs, overlooking a beach and ocean.

1. Scenic Hotel Punakaiki

Scenic Hotel Punakaiki
Punakaiki
NZ$204
includes taxes & fees
27 Oct - 28 Oct
Scenic Hotel Punakaiki
A motel with multiple buildings, a parking lot, and a van in front.
A bathroom with a granite countertop, a white sink, and a mirror.
Room
A hotel room with a large bed, a bedside table, a chair, and a door leading to the bathroom.

2. Bella Vista Motel Westport

Bella Vista Motel Westport
Westport
NZ$176
includes taxes & fees
15 Oct - 16 Oct
Bella Vista Motel Westport
A modern house with large windows, a wooden deck, and a view of a rocky mountain.
An aerial view of a coastal area with a road curving along the beach, houses adjacent to the road, and cliffs with vegetation.
A house with satellite dishes, a porch, and a view of a cliff.
A spacious bedroom with a large bed, a sofa, a dining table, and a view of the outdoors through large windows.

3. Punakaiki Beachfront Motels

Punakaiki Beachfront Motels
Punakaiki
NZ$220
includes taxes & fees
16 Oct - 17 Oct
Punakaiki Beachfront Motels
A hotel room with a bed, a sofa, a desk, and a TV.
A modern hotel room with a grey sofa, a small dining table with chairs, a TV mounted on the wall, and a window with curtains.
A glass-enclosed shower stall with a white tiled floor, a towel rack with white towels, and a showerhead.
A balcony with two chairs and a small table, a glass door, and a view of the surrounding area.

4. Westport Spa Motel

Westport Spa Motel
Westport
NZ$146
includes taxes & fees
26 Oct - 27 Oct
Westport Spa Motel
Exterior
Property entrance
Exterior
Room

5. Omau Settlers Lodge Motel

Omau Settlers Lodge Motel
Cape Foulwind
NZ$180
includes taxes & fees
16 Oct - 17 Oct
Omau Settlers Lodge Motel
Two people jumping on a trampoline in a backyard with a house and palm trees.
A modern living room with a sofa, a coffee table, and a dining area with chairs and a table.
A modern kitchen with a central island, built-in appliances, and a large window offering a view.
A sign for Top Holiday Parks Superior at Carters Beach.

6. Carters Beach Top 10 Holiday Park

Carters Beach Top 10 Holiday Park
Carters Beach
NZ$70
includes taxes & fees
17 Oct - 18 Oct
Carters Beach Top 10 Holiday Park
A coastal landscape with a beach, waves, and dense greenery.
A hotel room with a large bed, a chair, a desk with a telephone, and a door leading to a balcony.
A bedroom with a bed, a chair, a desk, and a window with curtains.
A modern building with a covered patio area, a concrete driveway, and a landscaped garden with large plants and a palm tree.

7. Buller Court on Palmerston

Buller Court on Palmerston
Westport
NZ$154
includes taxes & fees
17 Oct - 18 Oct
Buller Court on Palmerston
A miniature golf course with a green putting surface, surrounded by rocks and pebbles, and a sign for Westport Kiwi Holiday Park & Motels in the background.
A bathroom with a glass shower door, a white towel hanging on the wall, and a colorful shower curtain.
Two chalet-style cabins with green trim and red accents, surrounded by lush greenery and a gravel ground.
A small building with a green door and a white porch railing.

8. Westport Holiday Park And Motels

Westport Holiday Park And Motels
Westport
NZ$113
includes taxes & fees
16 Oct - 17 Oct
Westport Holiday Park And Motels
A hotel room with two beds, a desk, a chair, a TV, and a sliding door to an outdoor area with a table and chairs.
A modern bathroom with a glass-enclosed shower, a toilet, and a sink.
A hotel entrance with a sign for Chelsea Gateway Motor Lodge, a flag, and a clear blue sky.
A compact living space with a dining area, kitchen, and a staircase leading to an upper level.

9. ASURE Chelsea Gateway Motor Lodge

ASURE Chelsea Gateway Motor Lodge
Westport
  • Family escapes await at this countryside motel, where complementary amenities and nearby adventures set the stage for quality time.
NZ$184
includes taxes & fees
15 Oct - 16 Oct
ASURE Chelsea Gateway Motor Lodge
A traditional house with a garden path lined with white flowers leading to a conservatory.
A room with a piano, wooden chairs, a stained glass window, and wall-mounted masks.
A modern living room with a striped sofa, a coffee table with a plant, and a dining area with a TV.
A traditional living room with a sofa set, a patterned rug, and wooden furniture.

10. Archer House B&B

Archer House B&B
Westport
NZ$350
includes taxes & fees
15 Oct - 16 Oct
Archer House B&B
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Pool
All-inclusive
4 stars
5 stars

Top Charleston Hotel Reviews

Westport Spa Motel

Westport Spa Motel

8/10 Good
"Best location walking distance to pubs,restaurants, supermarket and trails. Only suggestion is hard to open the bathroom room, space is too small maybe should think to change the bathroom room to blinder door which not occupy lot of space."
stephen 3-night trip
Posted 4 days ago
Westport Spa Motel
Scenic Hotel Punakaiki

Scenic Hotel Punakaiki

8/10 Good
"Ocean view room and 10 min walk to Pancake Rock National Park."
Huafang 1-night trip
Posted 5 days ago
Scenic Hotel Punakaiki
Te Nikau Retreat - Hostel

Te Nikau Retreat - Hostel

8/10 Good
"We were late but check in was very simple and easy. Highlight of this accommodation is it's location, it's right in native bush and close to a beautiful beach. Haven't seen any staff around so can't say much about that"
Elizabeth Cornelia 1-night trip
Posted 10 days ago
Te Nikau Retreat - Hostel
Punakaiki Beachfront Motels

Punakaiki Beachfront Motels

8/10 Good
"Excellent view"
DIONISIO 2-night trip
Posted 3 weeks ago
Punakaiki Beachfront Motels
Bella Vista Motel Westport

Bella Vista Motel Westport

10/10 Excellent
"Great spot handy to restaurants and helpful owners"
Julie 2-night trip
Posted 2 months ago
Bella Vista Motel Westport
Westport Holiday Park And Motels

Westport Holiday Park And Motels

10/10 Excellent
"Lovely stay, they are in the process of revamping it which is nice to see. That a large dvd section in the main office to choose from for the tv in your room."
Madison 2-night trip
Posted 3 months ago
Westport Holiday Park And Motels
Buller Bridge Motel

Buller Bridge Motel

8/10 Good
"Reasonably well appointed, clean and a great bed."
John 3-night trip
Posted 4 months ago
Buller Bridge Motel

Frequently asked questions

What's Charleston like for family-friendly holidays?
The destination of Charleston is a great choice if you've been thinking about a holiday with your children. The island setting, restaurants and adventure tours are just a few things that make this an attractive spot for a family holiday. Take to the air and fly into Westport (WSZ), which is located 14.6 mi (23.5 km) from the city centre.
When's the best time to book a family-friendly holiday in Charleston?
The hottest months are usually February and January, with an average temperature of 16°C, while the coldest months are July and August, with an average of 10°C. The rainiest months in Charleston are May, September, December and October, with each month seeing an average of 320 mm of rainfall.
What's there to see and do with your family in Charleston?
Paparoa National Park and Miner's Brewery are interesting attractions that you and your family may enjoy exploring while you are staying in Charleston. Make sure that you have lots of time for activities such as Coaltown Museum and NBS Theatre.

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