Greymouth, situated at the mouth of the Grey River, is the largest town on South Island’s West Coast region. With a rich history of jade fishing and gold mining, Greymouth is home to a museum, a replica gold mining town, and a number of galleries that feature New Zealand’s variety of jade, pounamu. With picturesque gold mining reserves and breathtaking outdoor terrains, the region provides plenty of opportunities for hiking, mountain biking, and off-roading experiences during your holiday. For accommodations that tick all the boxes for a comfortable stay in the heart of the West Coast, here are the best Bookabach holiday homes in Greymouth, New Zealand.
We handpicked these listings carefully, considering (wherever possible) Superhost status, recent guest reviews, location, accommodation type, prices, availability of dates, decor, and amenities. The image galleries get refreshed with the latest updates regularly. They were last updated on September 11, 2023.
1. Cosy, comfortable cottage (from USD 53)
This idyllic cottage is located on a 2-acre (0.8 hectare) farm and offers a relaxing stay with sounds of the creek and homegrown produce. The one bedroom cottage offers a private bathroom, a kitchen with a grill, laundry facilities, WiFi, and air conditioning. The hosts offer complimentary breakfasts and also offer rides on their friendly ponies and horses.
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The only slight negative was the distance to the toilet and bathroomseemed the poor goat was stranded on the one sideToo far put of town for us didn't have bathroom in same room as bedsOr separate sitting area and due to freezing wet weatherit was So nice to eat eggs from the farm with little egg cooking gadget in room that we loved and wake up to fresh breadThe accomodation was warm and cosy and at night we listened to the rain and the frogs talking to each other in the creekCleanliness:
Very clean and warm Enjoyed the produce for breakfastHost:
Great with all the animals for the kids and the comfortable studioVery homey feel Love the farm life surroundingsmade the night before just for usWe were really impressed with how nicely furnished and fitted outAnd especially our kids loved the very friendly family dog and the goat and everythingRead more reviewsLocation:
We thoroughly enjoyed our stay and it's location was not far from Greymouth to walks and to local beachesLovely little sleep out in a farm settingNice walks nearby Not to far away from Pancake Rocks or the nice little town Hokitika (and the national kiwi centre)Very rural but still very close to the Greymouth town centre which was very convenientProperty is nice and clean Location is a bit out of the way and awkward
2. Beach house with breathtaking views (from USD 184)
Located right across the road from the ocean, this spacious beach house offers relaxing vibes and magnificent views. The five-bedroom house can accommodate ten persons and features two bedrooms, two living areas, a fully equipped kitchen, WiFi, a TV, air conditioning, laundry facilities, and parking options. The house also includes barbecue grills and outdoor furniture that are ideal to spend quality time with your loved ones by the sea.
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There are five generous bedrooms and large open plan kitchen lounge diningThe bach is spacious well-equipped comfortable and overlooking the beachThe kitchen was really well equippedAmazing beachfront property - spaciousamazing views so much to do top rate facilitiesCleanliness:
Very clean tidy and welcomingWell set up clean tidy with everything you needThe house and views are fantasticHost:
We have only good things to say about this placeVery nice beach house with amazing sunsetsSteve responds quickly and was a pleasure to work withThe glass doors allowed for viewing of some spectacular sunsets and rainbows over the oceanPerfect for the meetings and functions we required very spacious and cleanRead more reviewsLocation:
The location & views are just spectacularThe setting was perfect for walks and leisure after our learning sessions were finishedWe really enjoyed our house in Greymouth Very well appointed The house is beautiful and very easy to access
3. Private rental with all the comforts of home (from USD 98)
Located about a kilometre (0.62 mi) away from the highway that leads to Shantytown, this lovely house will make you feel right at home during your vacation. The retreat offers two bedrooms, one bathroom, a kitchen, WiFi, a TV, and laundry facilities. The hosts of the house also offer pick up and drop-off services to the Tranz Alpine Train Excursion. The services include entry, meals, accommodation, and a scenic drive along the coast and it can be booked for a maximum of six persons. You can also choose to rent bikes for a small fee here and hit the mountain bike tracks around the area.
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The kids enjoyed the lounge/cinema roomthat said that all cooking had to be done outside on the BBQPerhaps this is something that ought to be mentioned in the listing?This is the ultimate location for outdoor living - big covered bbq area extensive outdoor seating and tables / chairs for sitting outdoorsThe owner provided some nice little extras - milk chocolate etc which was a lovely touchCleanliness:
The rooms are very clean and well presented andHost:
Great selection of DVD's Nice people Just a bit perplexed after arriving and finding an awesome kichen set-up with a sign above itthe hosts were helpful and respectful of our privacyThe movie room was a hit with the kids and everything was clean and tidyNice property with some quirky touches that make it a classic Kiwi holiday locationThe place was fantastic for a family of 5 in the summer - sadly for us the west coast turned on the rain tap and the downpour was amazingRead more reviewsLocation:
I'm not good at BBQing pastaThe property is quirky a bit more of a motel setting than a houseA great location to base yourselves on the coastThe enormous entertainment room is very quirky and a lot of fun We would recommend this location for anyone who enjoys the good lifeNice place to stay not far from main drag but far enough that you hear native birds (and the odd chain saw) rather than traffic
4. One-of-a-kind train carriage (from USD 83)
This train carriage converted into a home was built in the 1900s and was operational until its crash in 1963. The restored accommodation can house two persons and offers a bedroom, a bathroom, a fully equipped kitchen, WiFi, heater, a stereo, and plenty of books and games. The self-contained accommodation option is ideal for anyone looking for a unique and peaceful stay experience away from all the hustle and bustle of city life. The home is also an ideal base to explore the main attractions of the region that include Hokitika which is a 25-minute drive away, Shantytown Heritage Park which is a couple of minutes away, and Paroa Pub which is a five-minute drive away.
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It was spacious and comfortableProperty is bigger than it looks with two extra rooms and an outdoor bathWonderful stay in a quiet and private nook with all the facilities we needed and a superb outside bath and night sky loved itRelaxing setting & very privateCleanliness:
Everything was super and well restored Highly recomendableHost:
fantastic beautiful Really tide and clean also so welcoming Also the Black shiphe's a gorgeous friendly animal I can just recommend to every couple who really want a fantastic romantic time in this beautiful hideawaySarah and David have done such a great job renovating the carriage and building the kitchen/bathroom and deck Very quite and private location with good amenities Thoroughly enjoyed our stay and w...Sarah and David have done such a great job renovating the carriage and building the kitchen/bathroom and deck Very quite and private location with good amenities Thoroughly enjoyed our stay and w...This converted rail carriage was a great base for exploring the west coastRead more reviewsLocation:
What a brilliant place like being in a dreamThe property is really peaceful and presented immaculatelyUnique expirience quiet and peaceful place with a little lake ducks and sheepwe were in awe of The settingwe were in awe of The setting
5. Well-equipped farm cottage (from USD 71)
Located on a farm 40 km (24.85 miles) north of Greymouth, this holiday house is a great base to explore the coast region with your family and friends. The well-maintained cottage offers three bedrooms, one bathroom, a large living space, a well-equipped kitchen, WiFi, a TV, parking, and laundry facilities. The family-friendly cottage also offers a cot, high chair, and plenty of games and books to keep the little ones busy.
Top guest reviews
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Plenty of space Warm and cosyWonderful shower with gas hot waterCooking facilities all you could need with a very well equipped kitchen A comfortable bed and lovely to have lamps well suited for reading at night in both the living area and bedrooma look and plenty to ponder uponLovely rural outlook to hills and snow clad mountains Handy to historic mine sites and the Pike River Memorial - defiinitly worthHost:
We absolutely loved the spot A brilliant house very cosy and equipped with everything you would have at home including gold washing pans and picknick blankets We were lucky to meet our host who ...Everything we needed for a family holiday Very clean with lovely wee extras like the toys for kidsGold panning was a fun family activityIt was clean and catered well for the four of usIt was clean and catered well for the four of usRead more reviewsLocation:
In the house there's a great wood burner and plenty of woodWe enjoyed the rural out lookWe enjoyed the rural out lookso a bit of a worry with a 2 year oldOut in the country so very peaceful and very well equipped There is an electric fence surrounding the property
Make memories in Greymouth
Whether you are yearning to go on off-roading adventures with a quad bike or want to take in the tremendous landscapes of New Zealand’s West Coast with your friends and family, Greymouth will get bring you your fix. Book your stay at one of the above-mentioned Bookabach holiday homes in Greymouth that suits your needs and create timeless memories.
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