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I've stayed in hokitika twice now and I love the beach, i can sit there for hours and just watch life go by, it's so peaceful and the sun sets are beautiful. I wasn't there for the shopping but if that's your thing then im sure you won't be disappointed. Cafés are great and staff are nice and friendly.

No dislikes, even didn't mind having to plan in and around the weather. My favourite place was the Treetop Walk and Zip LIne. Scenery beautiful. Stumpers Bar & Cafe. Went to Greymouth as well and enjoyed the Shantytown visit.

This trip surprised us - we loved every minute of it. My husband and I are not the most 'outdoorsy' people, but the region was too beautiful not to explore. West Coast life is such that people do things their own way and speed, and we felt absolutely comfortable wandering slowly here and there, looking at all the interesting things. It was such a lovely, peaceful, gob-smackingly beautiful little get away. The little glow worm dell just out of Hokitika is beautiful, and only a 50m walk along a path; easily doable for most people, including those pushing strollers. We spent most of our time in Hokitika and Franz Josef (about 1 hour, 45 minutes away from Hokitika), and if you're looking to find some of the most beautiful places in NZ, you need to visit these two. Just don't forget the bug repellent! The town of Hokitika itself is wonderful. There is so much to learn and see about pounamu, the local wild life, the Māori mythology and iwi associated with the area, and the rain forest. We also really enjoyed the little crafty stores, but we did run into issues a few times when it came to dinner. Most of the restaurants, take-away included, are closed by 8-9pm. If you're late eaters like us, you will need to plan! Hokitika beach is lovely; it's a mix of soft grey sand, a little gravel, and swathes of small-to-large pebbles. It was lovely and sunny when we were there, the area is well maintained, and the beach itself it a rock fossickers dream! Don't forget to check out the iconic driftwood sign. We travelled in our electric car, which has a range of 220-250 km per charge. There are CHAdeMO/CCS 50KW fast chargers easily available around the region, and whilst it does require a little planning to ensure you don't run out of battery in the middle of nowhere, it's definitely doable to travel electrically. We had no trouble with the roads, steep inclines, or inclement weather.

Nice beaches and full of nice pebbles. Sunset is beautiful. Art pieces around the beach is creative. Nice food and pies. If you are bored after a day or two, drive up to Greymouth and pancake rock for a day trip.

Loved Hokitika Kiwi Centre with the super active Kiwi and the Huge Eels. Didn't have enough time for all the activities, but Tree Top, Zipline, Glass Blowing, Cutting own Jade stone, Heritage Park are the main attractions. Gold Mine town Ross is another must visit. Will return again.

Hokitika is a charming destination that offers a relaxed atmosphere perfect for beach walks and enjoying scenic views. The beach is ideal for leisurely strolls, with its soft sands and breathtaking sunsets. We also loved searching for jade stones, adding a touch of adventure to our visit. Overall, Hokitika is a wonderful spot to unwind and appreciate nature's beauty.