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A covered outdoor seating area with tables and chairs, a wooden deck, and a view of a forested hillside.
A wooden deck with a car parked in the background.
A bedroom with a bed, a wooden table with wine glasses, a desk, and a chair.
A wooden deck with a view of a landscaped garden and a grassy field.

1. Woodstock Hotel

Woodstock Hotel
Ruatapu
Australia
Kemp
AU$117
includes taxes & fees
10 Oct - 11 Oct
Woodstock Hotel
A coastal landscape with rocky terrain and a beach.
A hotel sign indicating no vacancies and a reception area.
A hotel room with two single beds, a wooden nightstand, a bedside table, a wall-mounted clock, and a window with curtains.
A two-story building with a reception area, a parking lot, and a fenced yard.

2. Fitzherbert Court Motel

Fitzherbert Court Motel
Hokitika
Australia
Rodney
AU$137
includes taxes & fees
11 Oct - 12 Oct
Fitzherbert Court Motel
An outdoor patio with wooden tables and chairs, umbrellas, and a view of the sunset over the ocean.
A modern room with large floor-to-ceiling windows offering a view of the ocean. There are two chairs and a small table in the room.
A reception desk at Ocean View Restaurant & Bar with a view of parked cars outside.
A hotel room with a large window offering a view of the beach and ocean.

3. Beachfront Hotel

Beachfront Hotel
Hokitika
Australia
Andrew
AU$126
includes taxes & fees
3 Oct - 4 Oct
Beachfront Hotel
A wooden deck with two chairs and a table, a sliding glass door, and a view of a garden with ferns.
A living room with a sofa, a coffee table, and a dining table with chairs. There is a plant on the dining table.
A bedroom with a large bed, a desk, a red chair, a television, a microwave, and a small refrigerator.
A compact kitchen with a microwave, sink, and a small refrigerator.

4. Annabelle Motel

Annabelle Motel
Hokitika
Canada
Douglas
AU$137
includes taxes & fees
4 Oct - 5 Oct
Annabelle Motel
A garden with a variety of plants and a fence.
A hotel room with a bed, a desk, a chair, a radiator, a TV, and a window with curtains.
A compact kitchen with a dining area, a TV mounted above the counter, and a sliding glass door leading to an outdoor area.
A compact kitchen with white cabinets, a microwave, a sink, and a small refrigerator.

5. Jade Court Motor Lodge

Jade Court Motor Lodge
Hokitika
Australia
Allanah
AU$124
includes taxes & fees
2 Nov - 3 Nov
Jade Court Motor Lodge
A modern building with large windows and a flat roof.
A modern kitchen with light wood cabinets, a stainless steel sink, and a built-in microwave.
A bedroom with a large bed, two white pillows, a dark headboard, and a wall-mounted picture of a landscape.
A modern building with a glass balcony, metal railings, and a clear sky.

6. Stopforths Premium Accommodation

Stopforths Premium Accommodation
Hokitika
Australia
Houda
AU$153
includes taxes & fees
6 Oct - 7 Oct
Stopforths Premium Accommodation
A coastal resort with multiple wooden cabins, a beach, and a clear view of the ocean.
A log cabin interior with a dining area, a sofa, a TV, and a large window offering a view of the outdoors.
A kitchen with wooden walls, a window with a view of trees, a microwave, and a sink.
A modern kitchen with white cabinets, a microwave, and a window with a view of palm trees.

7. Shining Star Beachfront Accommodation

Shining Star Beachfront Accommodation
Hokitika
Australia
Ricky
AU$129
includes taxes & fees
4 Oct - 5 Oct
Shining Star Beachfront Accommodation
A hotel room with two beds, a desk, and a chair. There are wall-mounted lights and a door leading to another room.
A compact kitchen with a sink, a kettle, and a small table.
A compact kitchenette with a white stove, two burners, a small oven, and a wooden countertop. There are two drawers and a shelf with glassware and plates.
A tray of coffee and tea bags, including brands like JED'S, Dilmah, and Cocoa Naturally, on a marble countertop.

8. Bella Vista Motel Hokitika

Bella Vista Motel Hokitika
Hokitika
Australia
David
AU$116
includes taxes & fees
10 Oct - 11 Oct
Bella Vista Motel Hokitika
A modern, single-story motel with white siding and a dark roof. There are two white plastic chairs outside the entrance.
Two children riding scooters on a concrete surface with a blue ramp and a building in the background.
A playground with a slide, climbing structures, and a pool area.
A water park with a large pool, slides, and play structures.

9. Hokitikas Kiwi Holiday Park and Motels

Hokitikas Kiwi Holiday Park and Motels
Hokitika
Australia
Martin
AU$78
includes taxes & fees
16 Oct - 17 Oct
Hokitikas Kiwi Holiday Park and Motels
A deck with outdoor seating, a view of a lake, and surrounding greenery.
A bedroom with a large window, a bed with white bedding, a red throw blanket, and a chair.
A spacious living room with a stone fireplace, large windows, and a high ceiling.
A spacious living room with high ceilings, large windows, and a view of the outdoors.

10. Rimu Lodge

Rimu Lodge
Ruatapu
United States
Todd
AU$523
includes taxes & fees
3 Oct - 4 Oct
Rimu Lodge
A modern kitchen with white cabinets, a microwave, and a coffee machine. There is a dining table with chairs and a hanging light fixture.
A modern kitchen with a wooden dining table, stainless steel appliances, and a hanging light fixture.
A modern hotel room with a large bed, a wooden dining table, a leather sofa, and a ceiling light fixture.
A living room with a brown leather sofa, a wooden coffee table, and a large HFS sign on the wall.

11. Hokitika Fire Station Boutique Accommodation

Hokitika Fire Station Boutique Accommodation
Hokitika
United States
Gregory
AU$217
includes taxes & fees
13 Oct - 14 Oct
Hokitika Fire Station Boutique Accommodation
A modern outdoor lounge area with wicker furniture, a glass door leading to a garden, and a brick wall with a fireplace.
A view from a window overlooking a garden with a paved area, a pergola, and a building in the background.
A house surrounded by dense forest.
A modern living room with a grey sofa, two armchairs, a coffee table, and decorative pillows. There are potted plants, a hanging plant, and a large window with sheer curtains.

12. Woodland Glen Lodge

Woodland Glen Lodge
Blue Spur
Canada
WILLIAM
AU$234
includes taxes & fees
16 Oct - 17 Oct
Woodland Glen Lodge
A bedroom with a wooden ceiling, a bed with patterned bedding, a desk with a chair, and a television.
A cozy room with a wooden ceiling, a bed with colorful bedding, two wicker chairs, and a small table.
A compact kitchen with a wooden countertop, white tiles, a sink, and cabinets.
A house with a porch and a small deck, surrounded by trees and a hilly landscape.

13. The Blackhouse Cottage

The Blackhouse Cottage
Ruatapu
Canada
Elizabeth A
AU$254
includes taxes & fees
3 Oct - 4 Oct
The Blackhouse Cottage
A beach with driftwood and debris.
A wooden hallway with a door leading to a room. There is a potted plant on the right side.
A lush garden with dense foliage and a view of the ocean.
A dining area with a table set for four, wooden chairs, and a view of lush greenery through large windows.

14. Awatuna Homestead

Awatuna Homestead
Awatuna
United Kingdom
Avril
AU$262
includes taxes & fees
6 Oct - 7 Oct
Awatuna Homestead
A bedroom with a bed, a window, and a bathroom with a sink.
A hotel dining area with round tables and pink chairs, a jukebox, and a large window.
A bar area with wooden tables and chairs, antler decorations on the ceiling, and a bar counter with various bottles.
A building labeled 'HOTEL HARI HARI' with a signboard indicating amenities like bar, meals, rooms, power sites, tent sites, and Wi-fi.

15. Hotel Hari Hari

Hotel Hari Hari
Hari Hari
Australia
Tania
AU$40
includes taxes & fees
10 Oct - 11 Oct
Hotel Hari Hari
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A river with clear water, surrounded by rocky terrain and dense forest. A bridge spans the river.
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Top Totara River Hotel Reviews

Recent Reviews in Totara River

Hotel Hari Hari

Hotel Hari Hari

8/10 Good
"We really felt welcomed. Especially when the owner of the hotel thanked us for staying there. Will go back again for sure."
Tania 1-night trip
Posted 7 hours ago
Hotel Hari Hari
Hokitikas Kiwi Holiday Park and Motels

Hokitikas Kiwi Holiday Park and Motels

10/10 Excellent
"had to stay to work. great place. comfortable too."
Kevin 1-night trip
Posted 2 days ago
Hokitikas Kiwi Holiday Park and Motels
Beachfront Hotel

Beachfront Hotel

10/10 Excellent
"I loved being able to walk out to the beach out my door. Everything was clean and comfortable. Heated towel racks and floor was a bonus. Reception was super nice!"
Whitney 1-night trip
Posted 3 days ago
Beachfront Hotel
Bella Vista Motel Hokitika

Bella Vista Motel Hokitika

10/10 Excellent
"Friendly staff - good location"
David 1-night trip
Posted 4 days ago
Bella Vista Motel Hokitika
Woodland Glen Lodge

Woodland Glen Lodge

8/10 Good
"Beautiful place to stay! Hosts we extremely lovely, unfortunately the shower head did break but that was something the host mentioned happened quite frequently. Breakfast was amazing! And the room was lovely."
Abbie 1-night trip
Posted 11 days ago
Woodland Glen Lodge
Jade Court Motor Lodge

Jade Court Motor Lodge

10/10 Excellent
"Great staff, Clean tidy and well maintained amenities. Fantastic kitchenette space. Parking directly outside room."
Allanah 2-night trip
Posted 2 weeks ago
Jade Court Motor Lodge
Hokitika Fire Station Boutique Accommodation

Hokitika Fire Station Boutique Accommodation

8/10 Good
"Lovely stay, great facility. The only thing negative is we could hear the people in the other rooms."
Brad 1-night trip
Posted 2 weeks ago
Hokitika Fire Station Boutique Accommodation
Fitzherbert Court Motel

Fitzherbert Court Motel

10/10 Excellent
"Clean and spacious unit. Comfy bed."
Jude 2-night trip
Posted 2 months ago
Fitzherbert Court Motel
Teapot Cottage (cute and cozy 1950's time-warp)

Teapot Cottage (cute and cozy 1950's time-warp)

10/10 Excellent
"An absolute treasure of a place. This is something really special, well worth the journey to get there."
Marion B. 3-night trip
Posted 3 months ago
Teapot Cottage (cute and cozy 1950's time-warp)

More cheap accommodation in Totara River

Hokitikas Kiwi Holiday Park and Motels

Hokitikas Kiwi Holiday Park and Motels

160 Davie Street Hokitika
AU$78
16 Oct - 17 Oct
includes taxes & fees
10/10 Exceptional! (176 reviews)
Hokitikas Kiwi Holiday Park and Motels
Heritage Highway Motel

Heritage Highway Motel

12 Fitzherbert Street Hokitika
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Hokitika Holiday Park

Hokitika Holiday Park

11 Providence Drive, Road 2 Arahura Valley
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8.6/10 Excellent! (54 reviews)
Hokitika Holiday Park
Kokatahi Valley Country Inn

Kokatahi Valley Country Inn

113 Upper Kokatahi Road Kokatahi Hokitika
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7.2/10 Good! (30 reviews)
Kokatahi Valley Country Inn

Frequently asked questions

What is the best area to stay in Totara River?
The best area to stay in Totara River is the main village, which offers the most convenient access to amenities and activities.The village itself is compact and situated along the Totara River, with the main street, River Road, running parallel to the water. Here you'll find the majority of the local shops, cafes, and restaurants. The Totara River Bridge is a prominent landmark, connecting the two sides of the village. The village is also the primary departure point for many of the area's popular outdoor excursions.Couples looking for a relaxing yet adventurous break will find the village an excellent base. From here, you're just a short walk from scenic river walks and can easily arrange guided fishing trips or kayaking adventures on the river. The local eateries provide a pleasant setting for evening meals after a day of exploring.For solo travellers, the village offers a comfortable and practical option. Its central location means you can easily join organised tours or find fellow travellers for activities without needing extensive transportation.
When is the best time to go to Totara River?
The best time to go to Totara River is during the summer and autumn months, from December to April, when the weather is generally warmer and drier.For couples looking to explore the natural beauty and enjoy outdoor activities, these months offer the most pleasant conditions. You'll find the river calmer for kayaking or paddleboarding, and the hiking trails through the surrounding native bush are more accessible. The longer daylight hours also mean more time to appreciate the stunning scenery.Families travelling with children will also find this period ideal. The warmer temperatures are superb for swimming in the river or spending leisurely afternoons by the water.
Can I cancel my hotel reservation on Expedia?
You can cancel your hotel reservation on Expedia, though it depends on the cancellation policy of your booking. Most bookings are refundable if cancelled within 24-48 hours of the scheduled arrival. Be sure to check your booking confirmation for the exact cancellation policy. If free cancellation is available, you can cancel directly through your Expedia account by logging in, going to "My Trips", and selecting your reservation. To find flexible deals, filter your search by "Fully refundable property" for hotels in Totara River.
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How much is the nightly rate for a hotel in Totara River?
Prices for hotels in Totara River often vary, but you can find a great deal from AU$40 on Expedia. All sorts of factors affect price, such as the time of year or the days of the week you choose for your stay. Find the best deals by being flexible with your dates, and sort search results by "Price: low to high" for our cheapest rates.

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