Paroa Travel Guide

Tourist Guide

Popular places to visit

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Rapahoe Beach

4.5/5(24 reviews)

A small cluster of houses and some oceanfront accommodation mark one of the Great Coast Road’s sleepy enclaves, an ideal place to put your feet up.

Rapahoe Beach
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Shantytown

4.5/5(49 reviews)

Learn about the local history of Greymouth when you spend time at Shantytown. Visit the lively bars or top-notch restaurants in this relaxing area.

Shantytown
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West Coast Rail Trail

4/5(25 reviews)

You can take time to visit West Coast Rail Trail during your travels to Greymouth. While you're here, you can savour the top-notch restaurants.

West Coast Rail Trail
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Monteith's Brewing Company

4.5/5(52 reviews)

You can enjoy some culture when you stop by Monteith's Brewing Company in Greymouth. Savour the lively bars and top-notch restaurants while in town.

Monteith's Brewing Company
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History House Museum

4.5/5(3 reviews)

You can spend time browsing the exhibits at History House Museum during your trip to Greymouth. While in this family-friendly area, you can savour the top-notch restaurants.

History House Museum
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Grey District Aquatic Centre

3.5/5(2 reviews)

Take the family on an outing to Grey District Aquatic Centre during your trip to Greymouth. While you're here, you can savour the top-notch restaurants.

Grey District Aquatic Centre

Activities

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Greymouth: Full-Day Best Of The West Tour

AU$269
Per adult
Greymouth: Full-Day Best Of The West Tour
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Greymouth: Monteith's Brewery Tour with Beer Tasting

AU$23
Per adult
Greymouth: Monteith's Brewery Tour with Beer Tasting
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From Greymouth: Highlights West Coast Day Tour

AU$256
Per adult
From Greymouth: Highlights West Coast Day Tour
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Greymouth: Hokitika Gorge and Tree Top Walkway Half-Day Tour

AU$182
Per adult
Greymouth: Hokitika Gorge and Tree Top Walkway Half-Day Tour
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Greymouth: Glacier, Heritage & Wildlife Centre Guided Tour

AU$279
Per adult
Greymouth: Glacier, Heritage & Wildlife Centre Guided Tour
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Full Day Tour of the Sights and Tastes of the West Coast

AU$256
Per adult
Full Day Tour of the Sights and Tastes of the West Coast
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Our pick of the best Paroa Hotel Deals

Greymouth KIWI Holiday Parks & Motels
Greymouth KIWI Holiday Parks & Motels
2.5 out of 5
318 Main South Road, Greymouth
The price is AU$87 per night from 28 May to 29 May
AU$87
per night
28 May - 29 May
Stay at this beach holiday park in Greymouth. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and daily housekeeping. Popular attractions Grey District Aquatic Centre and Shantytown ...
8.2/10 Very Good! (250 reviews)
Service with a smile.
"Comfy and fully self contained unit with kitchen facilities. Good bed and great water pressure - no running in circles in the shower to get wet!! Friendly and very helpful manager with advice on eateries and local sites. Little bonus of delightful plunger coffee."

Reviewed on 7 Mar. 2024

Greymouth KIWI Holiday Parks & Motels
Free Wifi/Breakfast,clean,private studio Greymouth
Free Wifi/Breakfast,clean,private studio Greymouth
Greymouth
The price is AU$137 per night from 12 May to 13 May
AU$137
per night
12 May - 13 May
Stay at this vacation home in Greymouth. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and onsite parking. Popular attractions Shantytown and Grey District Aquatic Centre ...
10/10 Exceptional! (5 reviews)
Nice stop
"We stayed one night while driving from Picton to Queenstown. Wish we could've stayed longer NZ's SI West Coast is beautiful!"

Reviewed on 17 Jun. 2023

Free Wifi/Breakfast,clean,private studio Greymouth
Private warm studio with free wifi and breakfast
Private warm studio with free wifi and breakfast
South Beach
The price is AU$158 per night from 5 May to 6 May
AU$158
per night
5 May - 6 May
Stay at this apartment in Greymouth. Enjoy free WiFi, onsite parking, and an onsite playground. Popular attractions Shantytown and Grey District Aquatic Centre ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (25 reviews)
"Certainly right about it being warm! For the middle of summer was too warm with no way to cool it down other than 2 small windows. Also didn’t help that they have polar fleece sheets and pillow cases. Couldn’t sleep in the beds."

Reviewed on 13 Jan. 2024

Private warm studio with free wifi and breakfast
Paroa Hotel
Paroa Hotel
3.5 out of 5
508 Main South Road, Paroa, Greymouth
Stay at this 3.5-star beach hotel in Greymouth. Enjoy 2 bars/lounges, a nightclub, and breakfast. Popular attractions Shantytown and Grey District Aquatic Centre ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (124 reviews)
"Easy access, friendly and helpful staff."

Reviewed on 23 Oct. 2022

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Paroa Hotel
Charles Court Motel
Charles Court Motel
3 out of 5
350 Main South Road, South Beach, Greymouth
Stay at this 3-star motel in Greymouth. Enjoy free parking, WiFi, and room service. Popular attractions Grey District Aquatic Centre and Shantytown are located ...
7.8/10 Good! (101 reviews)
Greymouth
"Nice comfy clean bed, however fridge shelf was broken & in real need of a defrost. Was fine for a one night stay"

Reviewed on 5 Mar. 2020

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Charles Court Motel
Beachfront Hotel
Beachfront Hotel
3.5 out of 5
111 Revell Street, Hokitika
Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay
The price is AU$126 per night from 25 May to 26 May
AU$126
per night
25 May - 26 May
Stay at this 3.5-star beach hotel in Hokitika. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and a beach locale. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms in ...
8.4/10 Very Good! (891 reviews)
"Good room for our stop over. Nice evening meal."

Reviewed on 29 Apr. 2024

Beachfront Hotel
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Other neighbourhoods around Paroa

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South Beach

Some popular features of South Beach include its breweries and spas. If you're in the mood to explore farther, Shantytown or West Coast Rail Trail are worth checking out in the surrounding nearby area.

South Beach
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Rutherglen

While Rutherglen may not have many sights to explore, venturing just a little farther will lead you to top things to see and do like Shantytown and Grey District Aquatic Centre.

Rutherglen
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Gladstone

You might want to take some time to explore the restaurants and spas in Gladstone, and Shantytown is a top sight to see in the surrounding area.

Gladstone
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Camerons

The restaurants and spas are highlights of Camerons, and Shantytown is a notable spot nearby that's worth checking out while you're in the area.

Camerons
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Kaiata

Travellers like the golf courses in Kaiata, and Greymouth Golf Club is a top attraction you might want to visit.

Kaiata
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Cobden

While Cobden isn't home to many top sights, West Coast Rail Trail and History House Museum are some notable places to visit nearby.

Cobden

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