We didn’t go into the town of Haast, but were just outside,...
We didn’t go into the town of Haast, but were just outside, on the road to Jackson Bay. After the crowds and bustle of other towns, Haast Beach was a welcome change. If you like expansive, empty beaches, with great walkability and rock collecting, this is the experience for you.
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Guest review by
Michael
Canada
10.0
A lovely small town on the edge of the Mt Aspiring National...
A lovely small town on the edge of the Mt Aspiring National Park that was a great gateway to all this area has to offer for walking, biking and just enjoying the scenery. Good choices for restaurants, close to a beach and a very neat inviting town.
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Guest review by
Lawrence
Australia
8.0
Not many tourists stop here.
Not many tourists stop here. The Visitors Centre is amazing with a brilliant interpretative display. The drive to Jackson Bay is well worth making the time for to explore the wild Southland areas. Highly recommend the Heartland Hotel for dinner.
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Guest review by
Anonymous
10.0
Great value for money, great room and very good wifi.
Great value for money, great room and very good wifi. Restaurant on-site excellent. But no kitchen in room, no toaster, no fridge in room (shared fridge in hallway), makes it difficult to have breakfast in your room.
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Guest review by
Wilson
10.0
It was a great base to check out South Westland from.
It was a great base to check out South Westland from. We found lots more walks we could have done if we had more days there. Great drive up to Franz Josef and back in a day. The history and geography are amazing. Stunning scenery.
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Guest review by
Pamela
New Zealand
8.0
Some really good coastal walks set up by DOC.
Some really good coastal walks set up by DOC. Some great board walks and coastal walks of various lengths. Peaceful area with most tourists not taking advantage of the walks and stopping in car parks for a quick look only. Warning: don't go off road near beachs. We towed someone out of the sand!
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Guest review by
Michael
New Zealand
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Very good - What previous guests thought, 1,139 reviews
Very good · 1,139 reviews
Welcomed by the lovely host who was very friendly and showed me to the motel suite. She was very helpful and shared that a great meal could be had at the local pub The Hard Antler literally next door. She was right it was a great meal and a fantastic pub with great atmosphere.
The suite was very comfortable and decorated with love.
The garden view was lovely and the garden was well maintained.
Very nice motel worth stopping at when travelling the west coast.
Was upgraded to a queen bedroom by pleasant staff at this backpackers and motel. The bed was comfortable for a quiet night's stay. Quirky internal garden common area. Grocery takeaway behind the facilities. Good parking available.
Very good - What previous guests thought, 1,525 reviews
Very good · 1,525 reviews
Nice little motel/hotel room. In a great location in Haast. Low cost and all the standard features. Good bed and clean room. Shower was hot and strong. Heating worked well.