Te Waipounamu Maori Heritage Centre - 10 min drive
Lake Kaniere Scenic Reserve - 10 min drive
Hokitika Beach - 10 min drive
Shantytown - 18 min drive
Getting around
Hokitika (HKK) - 11 min drive
Greymouth Station - 22 min drive
Restaurants
The Junction Cafe and Honey Centre - 6 min drive
Kumara Motels - 11 min drive
About this property
Awatuna Homestead
When visiting Awatuna, Awatuna Homestead is a great choice to consider. For a bite to eat, guests can visit Dining at the Homestead, which serves dinner. A bar/lounge, a terrace and a garden are other highlights.
Languages
English
At a glance
Hotel size
5 rooms
Arranged over 2 floors
Arriving/Leaving
Check-in start time: 4 PM; check-in end time: 9 PM
Late check-in subject to availability
Check-out time is 10 AM
Restrictions related to your trip
Check COVID-19 restrictions
Special check-in instructions
The front desk is open daily from 8 AM - 9:30 PM
Guests must contact the property in advance for check-in instructions; front desk staffed during limited hours
To make arrangements for check-in please contact the property ahead of time using the information on the booking confirmation
If you are planning to arrive after 9 PM please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation
Required at check-in
Credit card, debit card or cash deposit required for incidental charges
Government-issued photo ID may be required
Pets
Pets not allowed
Internet
Free WiFi in public areas
Free WiFi in rooms
Parking
Free uncovered on-site self-parking
Other information
Smoke-free property
Property amenities
Food and drink
Continental breakfast (surcharge) each morning 8:00 AM–9:00 AM
Restaurant
Bar/lounge
What to do
Beach nearby
Services
Front desk (limited hours)
Dry cleaning/laundry services
Luggage storage
Facilities
Garden
Picnic area
Terrace
Fireplace in reception
Accessibility
Grab bar near toilet
Room amenities
Be entertained
Television
Home comfort
Heating
Coffee/tea maker
Electric kettle
Sleep well
Bed sheets provided
What to enjoy
Individually decorated
Freshen up
Free toiletries
Hairdryer
Towels
Stay connected
Free WiFi
More
Daily housekeeping
Access via exterior corridors
Mobile key entry
Special features
Dining
Dining at the Homestead – This family restaurant only serves dinner. Guests can enjoy drinks at the bar.
Fees & policies
Optional extras
Continental breakfast is offered for an extra charge of approximately NZD 30.00 for adults and NZD 20.00 for children
Renovations and closures
The property is closed during May, June, July, August, September and April.
Children & extra beds
Cots/infant beds are available for NZD 10.0 per day
Rollaway beds are available for NZD 75.0 per night
Policies
This property does not have lifts.
Guests can rest easy knowing that there's a fire extinguisher, a security system and a first aid kit on-site.
This property accepts credit cards. Cash is not accepted.
Cashless transactions are available.
Also known as
Awatuna Homestead House
Awatuna Homestead
Awatuna Homestead Hokitika
Awatuna Homestead Guesthouse
Awatuna Homestead Awatuna
Awatuna Homestead Bed & breakfast
Awatuna Homestead Bed & breakfast Awatuna
Frequently asked questions
Is Awatuna Homestead currently open?
The property is closed during May, June, July, August, September and April.
Does Awatuna Homestead offer free cancellation for a full refund?
Yes, Awatuna Homestead does have fully refundable room rates available to book on our site. If you’ve booked a fully refundable room rate, this can be cancelled up to a few days before check-in, depending on the property's cancellation policy. Just make sure that you check this property's cancellation policy for the exact terms and conditions.
Are pets allowed at Awatuna Homestead?
Sorry, pets aren't allowed.
Is parking offered on site at Awatuna Homestead?
Yes, there's free self parking.
What are the check-in and check-out times at Awatuna Homestead?
Check-in start time: 4 PM; check-in end time: 9 PM. Check-out time is 10 AM.
What is there to do at Awatuna Homestead and nearby?
Awatuna Homestead has a picnic area and a garden.
Are there restaurants at or near Awatuna Homestead?
Yes, there's an on-site restaurant, Dining at the Homestead.
Awatuna Homestead Reviews
Reviews
9.6
Exceptional
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9.8/10
Cleanliness
9.8/10
Staff & service
8.0/10
Amenities
9.6/10
Property conditions & facilities
10/10
Eco-friendliness
Reviews
10/10 Exceptional
8 Dec 2023
Really friendly, we were made to feel welcomed. Small touches went a long way.
Avril
Avril, 1-night trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review
10/10 Exceptional
17 Feb 2023
Very clean
Helen
Helen, 1-night trip
Verified Expedia guest review
8/10 Very good
3 Jan 2021
Tess
Tess, 1-night trip
Verified Lastminute guest review
10/10 Exceptional
12 Mar 2020
Secluded an quiet.
Brian
Brian, 1-night trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review
10/10 Exceptional
24 Feb 2020
John
John, 1-night trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review
4/10 Fair
23 Feb 2020
The room is overpriced and extremely small.
When we turned up at the door on the day, we were told insistently that we’d found the wrong place twice until we showed them your confirmation letter. The owner lady hadn’t checked first before her refusal of our entrance and made us feel so unwelcome. If it’s not because of the time of the day and our exhaustion, we’d have left and found another place. My husband and I are greatly disappointed.
Verified traveller
1-night romance trip
Verified Expedia guest review
10/10 Exceptional
14 Feb 2020
Would come back to stay!
This place was lovely and spacious and very friendly. The beach run in the morning was my absolute favorite...it’s a short jog to miles and miles of pristine beach. My only warning is for the ladies with long hair...bring your own conditioner! The type they had in the shower didn’t work at all and I had a ‘rat’s nest’ until the next time I washed it with my own conditioner.
Verified traveller
1-night trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review
10/10 Exceptional
10 Jan 2020
The hosts were incredibly welcoming, the accommodation was clean, inviting and really homely, it was a delight staying there. The gardens were fantastic too.
Verified traveller
1-night family trip
Verified Expedia guest review
10/10 Exceptional
31 Dec 2019
What a great place! Staff are extremely helpful, professional and kind. Not much around in terms of modern conveniences but that’s part of the appeal.
Ryan
Ryan, 1-night family trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review
10/10 Exceptional
30 Dec 2019
Don't miss this one!
Such an amazing stay! Most comfortable bed of our whole trip in NZ. The breakfast was super yummy with fresh baked banana bread, savory muffins, egg& cheese pies, fresh OJ and Kiwi Juice and more-- I'm still full from that breakfast. The location is great too-- close to town for dinner but lovely and quiet with a walking beach just across the road.
Patricia
Patricia, 1-night family trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review
10/10 Exceptional
27 Apr 2019
Nice n Cosy stay
Nice and comfortable stay
Muhammad
Muhammad, 1-night family trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review
10/10 Exceptional
5 Jan 2019
Verified traveller
2-night trip
Verified Expedia guest review
10/10 Exceptional
4 Jan 2019
Lovely place to stay.
We only stayed for one night but it was a most welcome stay after driving all day. The two bedroom apartment had everything we needed, the beds were comfy, the kitchen was well equipped and the lounge was cozy. The bathroom was lovely and included a bath as well as the shower, and it was a nice touch that bubble bath had provided as this had been missing in other accommodation that we had stayed during our trip that had a bath. We arrived fairly late in the evening but our hosts welcomed us and even though we hadn't ordered breakfast, Lynley bought us up egg and bacon pies and quiche the next morning which was very thoughtful and much appreciated. It was a very comfortable stopover for us and we would definitely stay again and would have been happy to have spent more time there if our trip had allowed.
Lisa
Lisa, 1-night trip with friends
Verified Hotels.com guest review
10/10 Exceptional
30 Nov 2018
I stayed here because of the five star reviews and it earned them once again. The grounds are well manicured and lush. The rooms are large and very, very clean. The hosts are gracious and welcoming. They truly care whether you enjoyed your stay or not and that is felt. I highly recommend staying here.
Verified traveller
1-night trip
Verified Expedia guest review
10/10 Exceptional
12 Apr 2018
Beautiful B&B
Wonderful spot in a quiet area. Owners are great people who truly care about your experience in their home. Exceptional food and lovely rooms.
Libby
Libby, 1-night trip
Verified Expedia guest review
10/10 Exceptional
26 Mar 2018
The cosiest place and most attentionate hosts.
We had a wonderful stay in this very special place. The hosts are incredibly kind and excellent cooks.
Clement
Clement, 1-night trip
Verified Wotif guest review
10/10 Exceptional
25 Feb 2018
With Heart
Lynley and Paul are wonderful hosts. They put their hearts into making it a great stay for their guests. Lynley, upon hearing that I am vegan fully accommodated me with a wonderful dinner. The nearby country roads are a great place for a bit of a walk about. In the morning, Lynley baked banana muffins from scratch which were also vegan (she even sent me on my way with an extra muffin which, due to staying in a rather remote spot the next evening, was my dinner!). You’ll without a doubt enjoy your stay.
Verified traveller
1-night trip
Verified Expedia guest review
10/10 Exceptional
11 Feb 2018
Wonderful place to stay
Sorry we were only there one night. Dinner was excellent. Paul and Lynsey made us feel like family
Ron & Barb
Ron & Barb, 1-night trip
Verified Orbitz guest review
10/10 Exceptional
10 Feb 2018
A welcoming home from home
Lyn's cooking delicious.
Mary
Mary, 1-night romance trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review
10/10 Exceptional
30 Jan 2018
Wonderful in every way.
Only limitation is no AIr Conditioning. Only matters if it is hot.
Verified traveller
1-night trip
Verified Travelocity guest review
10/10 Exceptional
12 Jan 2018
We had a lovely stay at Awatuna homestead unfortunately was only one night would have been nice to spend more time
Yvonne
Yvonne, 1-night romance trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review
10/10 Exceptional
7 Jan 2018
Verified traveller
1-night family trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review
10/10 Exceptional
30 Dec 2017
Great stay at the Awatuna Homestead +++
Best part of the Awatuna Homestead is clearly what comes out of the kitchen. The couple that manage the place are absolutely adorable. The place is comfortable, very convenient and close to Hokitika and its airport. You can get to Pancake Rocks and Franz Josef easily from the Homestead. We recommend highly. Don't miss a visit to the Hokitika Gorge!
Myriam
Myriam, 1-night romance trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review
10/10 Exceptional
25 Apr 2017
Quiet, countryside location.
Quiet, countryside location, but only a 10 minute drive into town. Very comfortable throughout. Friendly and welcoming hosts. Highly recommended.
Simon
Verified Hotels.com guest review
10/10 Exceptional
14 Apr 2017
Bed and Breakfast on a beautiful site.
The B&B was lovely and was located on a beautiful piece of land. The hosts could not have been nicer, and the meals (both breakfasts and dinner) were fantastic!. We loved our stay!