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Top Beach South Island Hotels

Shining Star Beachfront Accommodation

16 Richards Drive Hokitika

3 hours drive from Aoraki / Mount Cook

Recharge at this holiday park and lounge by the shoreline in Hokitika, as you'll be close to Hokitika Beach.

9/10 Wonderful! (950 reviews)

"Great stay, nice room, wifi was not great. Would definitely stay again."

Reviewed on Sep 25, 2026

Beachfront Hotel

111 Revell Street Hokitika

3 hours drive from Aoraki / Mount Cook

You will love your stay at this hotel, a few steps from Hokitika Beach, where you can take in the fresh air on your beach holiday. Amenities at Beachfront Hotel ...

8.6/10 Excellent! (1,005 reviews)

"Fabulous view from our Oceanview room"

Reviewed on Sep 24, 2026

Majestic Mansions - Apartments at St Clair

15 Bedford Street Dunedin

6 hours drive from Aoraki / Mount Cook

Relax and unwind at this hotel and enjoy the sunsets on the beach in Dunedin, as you'll be within walking distance of St. Clair Beach.

9.4/10 Exceptional! (438 reviews)

"Great spot"

Reviewed on May 7, 2025

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