The scenic city of Franz Josef Glacier is full of attractions, such as Glacier Hot Pools and Westcoast Wildlife Centre, and is loved for its restaurants and mountain views.
Greymouth is known for its breweries and beaches, and entices visitors with popular attractions including West Coast Rail Trail and Left Bank Art Gallery.
Franz Josef Glacier is 2.6 mi (4.1 km) from central Westland Tai Poutini National Park, why not stop by during your stay. If you like Franz Josef Glacier, you'll love Fox Glacier and Mount Cook National Park, both just a short drive away.
Fox Glacier is 4.3 mi (6.9 km) from central Westland Tai Poutini National Park, why not stop by during your stay. If you like Fox Glacier, you'll love Franz Josef Glacier and Tasman Glacier, both just a short drive away.
If massages and hot tubs are your thing, you might want to pamper yourself at Glacier Hot Pools in the heart of Franz Josef Glacier.
If you want more pampering, Waiho Hot Tubs is just a short walk away.
Whether you want to hunt for sand dollars or smell the fresh air, Punakaiki Beach is a spot you might want to check out, located 0.6 mi (0.9 km) from central Punakaiki.
Located at the end of Tauranga Bay is a secluded beach cottage paradise. Our hosts, Sandra and Doc, greeted us with open arms and helped carry our luggage to our private, modern-equipped cottage. The place was extremely clean and neat and furnished with modern appliances, bathroom fixtures, and comfortable furnishings.
Breakfast each morning was plentiful- the espresso coffee, fruits, cheese, eggs, toasts, and tasty granola were plentiful to keep us nourished throughout the day.
Sandra and Doc...
Located at the end of Tauranga Bay is a secluded beach cottage paradise. Our hosts, Sandra and Doc, greeted us with open arms and helped carry our luggage to our private, modern-equipped cottage. The place was extremely clean and neat and furnished with modern appliances, bathroom fixtures, and comfortable furnishings.
Breakfast each morning was plentiful- the espresso coffee, fruits, cheese, eggs, toasts, and tasty granola were plentiful to keep us nourished throughout the day.
Sandra and Doc...
Very nice - clean comfortable bedroom and nice common areas. Breakfast offerings were much more than we needed/wanted. The yogurt, fruit and toast were great. Coffee was a bit weak (but we prefer strong coffee or a flat white)
Very nice - clean comfortable bedroom and nice common areas. Breakfast offerings were much more than we needed/wanted. The yogurt, fruit and toast were great. Coffee was a bit weak (but we prefer strong coffee or a flat white)
The outside garden view seating is very peaceful; shared kitchen has everything one could need and is a nice social space. The muffin for breakfast might be the best I have ever tasted and farm fresh eggs are a major bonus.
The outside garden view seating is very peaceful; shared kitchen has everything one could need and is a nice social space. The muffin for breakfast might be the best I have ever tasted and farm fresh eggs are a major bonus.
Gayla
Reviewed February 4, 2026Reviewed February 4, 2026
This place was lovely and spacious and very friendly. The beach run in the morning was my absolute favorite...it’s a short jog to miles and miles of pristine beach. My only warning is for the ladies with long hair...bring your own conditioner! The type they had in the shower didn’t work at all and I had a ‘rat’s nest’ until the next time I washed it with my own conditioner.
This place was lovely and spacious and very friendly. The beach run in the morning was my absolute favorite...it’s a short jog to miles and miles of pristine beach. My only warning is for the ladies with long hair...bring your own conditioner! The type they had in the shower didn’t work at all and I had a ‘rat’s nest’ until the next time I washed it with my own conditioner.
Anonymous traveler
Reviewed February 14, 2020Reviewed February 14, 2020
We stayed in the Victoria suite, which was lovingly and thoughtfully restored from a former bank building. The wallpaper and furnishings and decor were quite impressive, as was the clawfoot bathtub in one of the bathrooms. Parking was available in the driveway right next to the suite. There was air conditioning that could be adjusted, and plenty of towels. A sink with provision to make coffee in the morning – would’ve been nice to have some glasses rather than just cups, but overall the place...
We stayed in the Victoria suite, which was lovingly and thoughtfully restored from a former bank building. The wallpaper and furnishings and decor were quite impressive, as was the clawfoot bathtub in one of the bathrooms. Parking was available in the driveway right next to the suite. There was air conditioning that could be adjusted, and plenty of towels. A sink with provision to make coffee in the morning – would’ve been nice to have some glasses rather than just cups, but overall the place...
Great overall experience.
Comfortable, clean rooms.
Friendly staff, Brenda from reception in particular was both professional , very friendly and helpful addressing all our questions.
Thank you!
Great overall experience.
Comfortable, clean rooms.
Friendly staff, Brenda from reception in particular was both professional , very friendly and helpful addressing all our questions.
Thank you!
ECO Suite was a very nice room well built into the hillside. Weka bird visits to the porch added some nice flavor. On property washer and dryer worked well.
ECO Suite was a very nice room well built into the hillside. Weka bird visits to the porch added some nice flavor. On property washer and dryer worked well.
Anonymous traveler
Reviewed February 20, 2017Reviewed February 20, 2017
There's a lot visitors like about West Coast, especially its beaches and restaurants. Activities like hiking give you a chance to enjoy the outdoors during your stay. Families visiting West Coast can spend quality time at National Kiwi Centre and Grey District Aquatic Centre. While you're here, don't miss a chance to see sights like Lake Brunner and Rapahoe Beach.
What is there to see around West Coast?
Lake Brunner (19.2 mi/30.8 km from the city center)
Rapahoe Beach (23.1 mi/37.2 km from the city center)
Paparoa National Park (23.3 mi/37.6 km from the city center)
Pancake Rocks (27.4 mi/44.1 km from the city center)
Shantytown (27.4 mi/44.2 km from the city center)
What is there to do around West Coast?
West Coast Rail Trail (24.6 mi/39.6 km from the city center)
Left Bank Art Gallery (24.6 mi/39.7 km from the city center)
Monteith's Brewing Company (24.9 mi/40.1 km from the city center)
National Kiwi Centre (42.8 mi/68.9 km from the city center)
Glacier Hot Pools (101.9 mi/164 km from the city center)