Best Bookabach Holiday Homes In Hokitika, New Zealand - Updated 2024

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Amber
Amber 
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Hokitika is a wonderful getaway town located on the west coast of New Zealand’s South Island. There are a number of places you’ll want to visit during your stay, including the Wilderness Gallery, which features varying pieces of artwork and the National Kiwi Center, an aquarium that showcases freshwater species that are native to New Zealand. You’ll also want to check out Glow Worm Dell, which is located just off the main road in town and is home to the famous glow worms you’ve likely seen in plenty of pictures. No getaway is complete without knowing you’re going to be staying somewhere comfortable, so be sure to check out these fantastic Bookabach holiday homes for your trip to Hokitika, 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 March 13, 2023.

1. Colorful cottage in the countryside (from USD 77)

This two-bedroom, two-bathroom house is located 13 miles (22 km) from Hokitika and it has plenty of room to accommodate up to four guests at a time. Inside, you’ll find a fully equipped kitchen, living, and dining areas, while outside, there is a fantastic covered patio built with relaxation in mind. Enjoy views of the mountains or stay up late and watch as the stars make their way across the sky. An internet phone and high-speed internet are available to guests of the cottage as cell service can be a bit patchy in the area.


8.56 km (5.4 mi) from Hokitika Gorge
104 reviews   Wifi Available
cottage 4 Guests 2 Bedrooms 2 Bathrooms

Accommodates: 4
Minimum Nights: 2
Refund Policy : 100% refund if you cancel at least 14 days before check-in.

Top guest reviews
Amenities & Room:
The bach had everything anyone could need or want Very comfortable and easy
The kitchen came well-equipped meaning we could eat at the cottage whenever we wanted Close to the gorge
The only tiny down side was a bit of road noise from the milk trucks
artful decor modern facilities and privacy
Cottage is beautiful comfortable and charming
Cleanliness:
the bath was very unique and the view was amazing from the bath
Host:
Martha was extremely helpful with directions instructions and communications
Martha was very friendly and engaging
Beautiful well maintained cottage with heaps of character
a good kitchen birds in the garden
Great cottage with a fantastic covered deck Super cosy and comfortable and a really cool bath
Location:
just a few minutes drive away
This place has everything you need to chill out whilst exploring the Hokitika area
We suspect the house was originally built on perhaps a less traveled gravel road
Well set up in every way
The location was fantastic loved the farm setting and views
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2. Renovated house on the beach (from USD 154)

Who doesn’t want to have the beach just beyond their front door? That’s what you’ll be enjoying if you book this rental, which comes with enough room to comfortably accommodate up to six people at a time. There are a total of three bedrooms and a single bathroom as well as a fully equipped kitchen, spacious dining area, and outdoor seating area. You’ll be staying within Hokitika proper, meaning you’ll be close to all the places in town that you want to check out during your stay.

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27.14 km (16.9 mi) from Hokitika Gorge
137 reviews   Wifi Available
House 6 Guests 3 Bedrooms 1 Bathroom

Accommodates: 6
Minimum Nights: 1
Refund Policy : 100% refund if you cancel at least 14 days before check-in.

Top guest reviews
Amenities & Room:
The kitchen is well organized with everything you need to cook
The beach house is gorgeous with plenty of room
The only thing missing is wifi
comfy couches a gas fireplace and cosy beds
Beautifully renovated bach right on the beach at Hokitika
Cleanliness:
Great location clean and nicely decorated
Very clean and tidy and a very well built renovation
Very comfortable and convenient had everything we wanted
Host:
Heaters in the rooms made for a warm house and were a welcome upgrade
Sunsets were stunning Well equipped home and very clean and tidy
for a three night stay especially as we only got a few towels to use between us
Had a great long weekend
Owners are super friendly and great to deal with Highly recommended
Location:
Great place right on the beach and perfect location to main shops and food :) would stay again
The centre of town is only a 3 minute walk away
warm and cosy Fantastic location a short walk to the town with a supermarket and eateries a very short walk away
Amazing Easy walk to town
Close to everything Sits right on the beach but close enough to stores and town to walk if you want to The washing machine plus detergent was an added bonus
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3. Cozy cottage by the sea (from USD 83)

This cottage has everything you could ask for in a vacation rental in Hokitika, from an ideal location to everything in town to a cozy ambiance within the home. Inside, you’ll find room for five guests to stay comfortably, with a fully equipped kitchen, a comfortable living room and a single bathroom available for your use. Venture outside to find the deck where you can bask in the morning sun with a cup of coffee in hand, or head down to the beach, which is only a short walk away.

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27.62 km (17.2 mi) from Hokitika Gorge
80 reviews   Wifi Available
House 5 Guests 3 Bedrooms 1 Bathroom

Accommodates: 5
Minimum Nights: 2
Refund Policy : 100% refund if you cancel at least 14 days before check-in.

Top guest reviews
Amenities & Room:
The cottage has off road parking
We appreciated the toiletries in the bathroom and the generous breakfast supplies in the kitchen and fridge
We appreciated the toiletries in the bathroom and the generous breakfast supplies in the kitchen and fridge
Clean spacious and full of rustic charm Kitchen has all one's need for cooking and dinning
An easy walk to town and across the road to Hokitika's special beach
Cleanliness:
The cottage was in a great location and was very clean and comfortable
The cottage was in a great location and was very clean and comfortable
A lovely clean and well equipped cottage
It was clean comfortable and had everything we needed for our stay
The little touches were appreciated - ie muesli and yoghurt for breakfast and radox for the bath :-)Thanks
Host:
Cosy peaceful & comfortable cottage by the sea close to glow worm dell Clean & tidy lovely warm fireplace
Great place well stocked pantry and warm fire
Lovely small warm and clean house
the lovely clean cottage has everything you need including a warm cosy fire for those wet West Coast days
Location:
Rustic little cottage about a minute drive from the city center
The location of the cottage was a short walk to the wild beach and the town which has a selection of shops cafes and supermarket
Hokitika is a great little town lots of walks and nearby Lakes to explore lots of history - Heritage Walk Museum
The log burner was great
Everything left for us to just come in and stay 10/10 Ann great job
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4. Rural riverside retreat (from USD 74)

Situated in the New Zealand countryside surrounded by a river and mountains, you’ll find nowhere more peaceful than this spacious house. Perfect for a larger party of guests, this rental can comfortably accommodate up to nine people at a time, with a total of four bedrooms and one bathroom available. Inside, you’ll also find a roomy kitchen that comes equipped for any cooking you’d like to do and an even roomier living room that will keep you relaxed when you get back in at night. The drive into town takes only a few minutes, giving you the best of both worlds when you stay here.

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23.87 km (14.9 mi) from Hokitika Gorge
177 reviews   Wifi Available
House 9 Guests 4 Bedrooms 1 Bathroom

Accommodates: 9
Minimum Nights: 1
Refund Policy : 100% refund if you cancel at least 14 days before check-in.

Top guest reviews
Amenities & Room:
and it turns on a real thunder storm
Loved our stay here Lots of room and beds for our larger group Great view out over the river
A great place to stay very comfortable and cosy and had everything we needed especially with traveling with children thank you so much
The house is roomy and clean with everything we needed to hand Awesome shower
A tidy warm place very accessible to main roads
Cleanliness:
Really enjoyed our stay in your holiday home Lovely and clean and very homely
Host:
Very well equipped family home
Great fireplace which made the house very warm Good play area for kids Only a short drive from town Will definitely be back
clean and tidy had everything we needed Great information on area and things to see Close to town Beautiful peaceful area with great view We willl be back
was very helpful and nothing was a problem
Great stay warm fire and great location
Location:
The West Coast is a very special part of NZ and Hokitika is just such a great wee town
It is a quick drive or a very lovely cycle into Hokitika
Well equipped house and plenty of space for 4 adults Close to town which was great to walk around on the wet days we had Interesting museum and a fascinating glass blowing display and jade polish...
Treetops walks the gorge
Very enjoyable stay in this house Very homely feel to it
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Visit Hokitika soon and stay in comfort

Escape to the quiet town of Hokitika where you’re guaranteed to have a relaxing getaway amid beautiful scenery, sandy beaches, and local galleries. For the best stay possible, be sure to book one of these fantastic vacation rentals to ensure only the best of time and memories of your New Zealand vacation.

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Amber has enjoyed being an office manager at a geotechnical engineering firm for seven years and has a Bachelor's degree from Tarleton State University in Marketing. When not working or wrangling...Read more

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