Hokitika, cool little town
The Cool Little Town of Hokitika is where you will find locally inspired artisans and jade carving.
Hokitika - cool little town
Hokitika is a cool little town that's easily walkable and has the West Coast's only full service beachside town centre.
There is plenty to do with a large artisan community, interesting history and mountains, the river, two lakes and the beach nearby.
Highlights in Hokitika
- The famous Hokitika driftwood sign.
- Glass blowing studio.
- Jade carving studios.
- Carniege Building.
- The West Coast Wilderness Trail.
- Lake Mahinapua.
- Hokitika Gorge.
Getting to Hokitika
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Weather in Hokitika
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Events
Events
Ride the Wilderness is a Mountain Bike Ride on the West Coast Wilderness Trail on Saturday 16 November 2019.
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See, do & stay
Hokitika
See & Do
West Coast Treetop Walk and Cafe
An exhilarating tree top adventure among temperate rainforest giants.
$16 to $77
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Eat & Drink
Stations Inn Boutique Accommmodation & Restaurant
Stations Inn - boutique restaurant, bar and accommodation is located in the heart of Hokitika's historic gold rush area.
$170 - $250
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Accommodation
Hokitika's Kiwi Holiday Park and Motels
We offer brand new accommodation options for all groups and budgets and also cater for cyclists riding the West Coast Wilderness Trail.
$40 - $175
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Towns, Places & Info centres
Hokitika i-SITE Visitor Information Centre
We provide information and booking services for Hokitika and New Zealand for accommodation, activities, attractions and travel bookings.
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See & Do
Bonz 'n' Stonz
A gallery and carving studio filled with handmade jade pieces. Bonz 'N' Stonz is the authentic location to purchase professionally created jade, bone, and shell jewelry. You also have the option to carve your own Jade - Bone -Shell.
From $100
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See & Do
Hokitika Gorge
The Hokitika Gorge is 33kms from Hokitika. The vivid turquoise water surrounded by lush native bush is well worth a visit.