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Beachfront Hotel

3.5 star property
Beachfront hotel for sun and fun

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Front of property
Lobby sitting area
Ocean View Penthouse Suite
Lobby sitting area

Reviews

8.4 out of 10
Very good

Popular amenities

  • Bar
  • Room service
  • Housekeeping
The current price is NZ$145
includes taxes & fees
6 July - 7 July

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2 bedrooms, in-room safe, desk, blackout curtains

Ocean View, 2 Bedrooms, 2 Bathrooms, Family Room

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)

Highlights

Free cots/infant beds
Fridge
HDTV
Blackout curtains
2 bedrooms
Private bathroom
Hairdryer
Electric kettle
  • 55 sq m
  • Sea view
  • Sleeps 5
  • 2 King Beds OR 4 Single Beds

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2 bedrooms, in-room safe, desk, blackout curtains

Ocean View, 2 Bedrooms, 1 Bathroom, Family Room

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)

Highlights

Free cots/infant beds
Fridge
HDTV
Blackout curtains
2 bedrooms
Private bathroom
Hairdryer
Electric kettle
  • 61 sq m
  • Sea view
  • Sleeps 5
  • 2 King Beds OR 4 Single Beds

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Driftwood Standard Twin Room

Driftwood Standard Twin Room

Highlights

Fridge
HDTV
Blackout curtains
2 bedrooms
Private bathroom
Hairdryer
Electric kettle
Daily housekeeping
  • 21 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Single Bed

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Driftwood Economy Single Room

Driftwood Economy Single Room

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(13 reviews)

Highlights

Heating
Fridge
HDTV
Blackout curtains
2 bedrooms
Fan
Private bathroom
Hairdryer
  • 21 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed OR 2 Single Beds

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Ocean View Premium Twin Room

Ocean View Premium Twin Room

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(1 review)

Highlights

Free cots/infant beds
Fridge
HDTV
Blackout curtains
2 bedrooms
Private bathroom
Hairdryer
Electric kettle
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Single Bed

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Ocean View Deluxe Twin Room

Ocean View Deluxe Twin Room

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(9 reviews)

Highlights

Free cots/infant beds
Fridge
HDTV
Blackout curtains
2 bedrooms
Private bathroom
Hairdryer
Electric kettle
  • 30 sq m
  • Partial sea view
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Single Bed

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Driftwood Standard King Room

Driftwood Standard King Room

8.4 out of 10
Very good
(20 reviews)

Highlights

Fridge
HDTV
Blackout curtains
2 bedrooms
Private bathroom
Hairdryer
Electric kettle
Digital channels
  • 21 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Ocean View Deluxe King Room

Ocean View Deluxe King Room

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(14 reviews)

Highlights

Fridge
HDTV
Blackout curtains
2 bedrooms
Private bathroom
Hairdryer
Electric kettle
Daily housekeeping
  • 32 sq m
  • Sea view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Ocean View Penthouse Suite

Ocean View Penthouse Suite

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(2 reviews)

Highlights

Separate sitting area
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Fridge
HDTV
Blackout curtains
Separate bedroom
  • 45 sq m
  • Sea view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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2 bedrooms, in-room safe, desk, blackout curtains

Driftwood Standard King Room

  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

View all photos for Ocean View 2 Bedroom 2 Bathroom Family Room

2 bedrooms, in-room safe, desk, blackout curtains

Ocean View 2 Bedroom 2 Bathroom Family Room

  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Single Beds and 1 King Bed

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2 bedrooms, in-room safe, desk, blackout curtains

Ocean View 2 Bedroom 1 Bathroom Family Room

  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed and 2 Single Beds

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2 bedrooms, in-room safe, desk, blackout curtains

Ocean View Deluxe King Room

  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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2 bedrooms, in-room safe, desk, blackout curtains

Driftwood Economy Single Room

  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed OR 2 Single Beds

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2 bedrooms, in-room safe, desk, blackout curtains

Ocean View Penthouse Suite

  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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2 bedrooms, in-room safe, desk, blackout curtains

Driftwood Standard Twin Room

  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Single Bed and 1 Double Bed

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2 bedrooms, in-room safe, desk, blackout curtains

Ocean View Deluxe Twin Room

  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Single Bed

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2 bedrooms, in-room safe, desk, blackout curtains

Ocean View Premium Twin Room

  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Single Bed
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About the area

Map
111 Revell Street, Hokitika, 7810

What's nearby

  • National Kiwi Centre - 2 min walk - 0.2 km
  • Hokitika Beach - 2 min walk - 0.2 km
  • Te Waipounamu Maori Heritage Centre - 3 min walk - 0.3 km
  • Lake Kaniere Scenic Reserve - 11 min walk - 1.0 km
  • Sunset Point - 13 min walk - 1.2 km

Getting around

  • Hokitika (HKK) - 3 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Stations Inn - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪The Hokitika Sandwich Company - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪Kitchen Hokitika - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪Cafe 39 - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪Clocktower Cafe - ‬4 min walk

About this property

Beachfront Hotel

Eco-certified hotel by the ocean
Take advantage of a terrace, laundry facilities and a bar at Beachfront Hotel. This hotel is a great place to bask in the sun with a beachfront location and beachfront dining. The on-site restaurant, Oceanview Restaurant/Bar, offers breakfast, brunch, lunch, dinner and ocean views. Free in-room WiFi and conference space are available to all guests.
Additional perks include:
  • Free self-parking
  • Buffet breakfast (surcharge), games and a vending machine
  • A banquet hall, ATM/banking services and smoke-free property
  • Guest reviews say great things about the helpful staff and location
Room features
All 65 rooms feature comforts such as free WiFi and safes. Guest reviews highly rate the cleanliness rooms at the property.
Other conveniences in all rooms include:
  • Free tea bags/instant coffee and electric kettles
  • Bathrooms with free toiletries and hairdryers
  • Wardrobes/cupboards, fridges and daily housekeeping

Awards and affiliations

Eco-certified property
This property participates in Qualmark Sustainable Tourism Business Award – a programme that measures the property's impact on one or more of the following: environment, community, cultural heritage and the local economy.

Languages

Afrikaans, Chinese (Mandarin), English, Filipino, Hindi

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Free self parking on site
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking available

Food and drink

  • Daily buffet breakfast available 7:00 AM to 10:00 AM for a fee: NZD 32 for adults and NZD 16 for children
  • A bar/lounge
  • A restaurant

Restaurants on site

  • Oceanview Restaurant/Bar

Things to do

  • Games

Family friendly

  • In-room refrigerator
  • Laundry facilities

Conveniences

  • ATM
  • Laundry facilities
  • Limited-hour front desk
  • Luggage storage
  • Safe at front desk
  • Vending machine

Guest services

  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Wedding services

Business services

  • Conference space
  • Meeting rooms

Outdoors

  • On the beach
  • On the boardwalk/promenade
  • On the waterfront
  • Terrace

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • 3 accessible parking spaces
  • No lift
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible public bathroom

More

  • Banquet hall
  • Smoke-free property

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided
  • Blackout drapes

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • HDTV

Food and drink

  • Electric kettle
  • Limited room service
  • Refrigerator
  • Tea bags/instant coffee

More

  • Desk
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Phone
  • Safe

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; check-in end time: 9:00 PM
Late check-in subject to availability
Minimum check-in age - 18

Check-out

Check-out before 10 AM
Contactless check-out

Special check-in instructions

The front desk is open daily from 10:00 AM - 9:00 PM
Front desk staffed during limited hours

Access methods

Front desk (limited hours)

Pets

Pets not allowed

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
Rollaway/extra beds are available for NZD 40.0 per day.

Payment types

Important information

Optional extras

  • Fee for buffet breakfast: from approximately NZD 32.00 for adults and from NZD 16.00 for children
  • Rollaway bed fee: NZD 40.0 per day

The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may not include tax and are subject to change.

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
This property accepts credit cards, debit cards and cash
This property reserves the right to pre-authorise the guest's credit card prior to arrival.
Safety features at this property include a smoke detector and a security system
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios and terraces, which may not be suitable for children; if you have any concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm that they can accommodate you in a suitable room

We should mention

This property does not have any lifts

National rating

Rating provided by Qualmark®, source of official star ratings for accommodation in New Zealand.

Property is also known as

Beachfront Hokitika
Beachfront Hotel Hokitika
Beachfront Hotel Hotel
Beachfront Hotel Hokitika
Beachfront Hotel Hotel Hokitika

Frequently asked questions

Is Beachfront Hotel pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much does it cost to stay at Beachfront Hotel?

As of 30 Jun 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Beachfront Hotel on 6 Jul 2025 start from NZ$144.72, including taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

How much is parking at Beachfront Hotel?

Self-parking is free at this property.

What time is check-in at Beachfront Hotel?

Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; check-in end time: 9:00 PM. Late check-in is available during limited hours.

What time is check-out at Beachfront Hotel?

Checkout is at 10 AM.

Where is Beachfront Hotel located?

Located in Hokitika, this beachfront hotel is on the boardwalk, just steps away from National Kiwi Centre and Hokitika Beach. The Gold Room and Westland Greenstone Ltd are also within 5 minutes.

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Beachfront Hotel Reviews

Reviews

8.4

Very good

Rating 10 - Excellent. 469 out of 1004 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 339 out of 1004 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 139 out of 1004 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 34 out of 1004 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 23 out of 1004 reviews

9.0/10

Cleanliness

8.6/10

Staff & service

8.4/10

Amenities

8.4/10

Property conditions & facilities

8.6/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

8/10

Beachfront and nicely appointed
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

10/10

Great location.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025

10/10

I loved the ease of parking, the friendliness and efficiency of the staff. Having a restaurant on site with discount for early payment of breakfast. Excellent views, so close to the beach and centre of town.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

10/10

Being next to the beach , hearing the surf , and watching the sun go down on the horizon
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

10/10

The room was a good size with a comfortable bed. We could make a cup of tea which is always welcome and the view was stunning.
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

8/10

Nice place, we stayed in the older part of the hotel but clean and tidy , staff very helpful
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

10/10

Great place to stay. Being right be the beach
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

10/10

The staff were so friendly and made us feel very welcome
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025

8/10

Great location, clean rooms, beautiful view from the ocean view room, room was recently renovated.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2025

10/10

I would come back anytime
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

10/10

Nice beach
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2025

10/10

A fabulous hotel, our room overlooked the beach, the sunset was stunning! All the staff were really helpful. Ideally placed near all Hokitika had to offer. Would definately recommend.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025

10/10

The staff at reception could have been more friendy. He said i see you've checked in for 1 night. He then checked when i said 2. Last time i stayed there the receptionist was absolutely lovely and so helpful.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025

10/10

The location was right across from the beach.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025

10/10

Excellent friendly staff in a great small artsy town on the ocean
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2024

10/10

We had a really lovely weekend
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2025

10/10

Views and location
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

8/10

Very close to the beach and a spacious room. Great for a short stay
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024

10/10

Great sea views
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2024

10/10

The sea view
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

8/10

Good sized room. The shiwer head needed to be replaced as some holes were blocked so water flow wasn't good but other than that, pretty happy.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

10/10

Comfortable and spacious penthouse room. Floor to ceiling glass windows for sea front view. Large modern bathroom with good amenities. Enjoyable 2 night stay.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025

10/10

Beautiful place to stay . Neat and Tidy rooms .
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024

8/10

Great location. Nice, clean and modern. Would stay here again.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2024

10/10

Stayed for a night during my recent trip to Hokitika and the each beach access was great and my family and I spent time on the beach with plenty of driftwood to admire.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2024