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Shining Star Beachfront Accommodation


Shining Star Beachfront Accommodation
11 Richards Dr | (formerly Best Western), Hokitika 7810, New Zealand
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4 of 5 stars
TravelExotica 10 contributions
Mumbai
May 21, 2009 | Trip type: Couples

We stayed in a studio cottage (a bit crampy) which had a basic kitchenette (microwave, utensils, gas, fridge). The car park was right outside the room so access was quick and easy. The room itself was not at the waterfront itself but a quick 1 minute walk to it - for the beach front accommodation, i think you will need... more

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3 of 5 stars
gibbo111 1 contribution
Nelson
Apr 28, 2009 | Trip type: Couples

Initially we were reasonably happy with the initial impression of the room, although there was a slight fishy smell present (possibly from the wood?), but we opened the windows and that was fine. We did have to book a triple room, as that was the only one available online at the time, this included a "wet bathroom", and seemed to... more

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5 of 5 stars
Round_t_World 12 contributions
England
Apr 12, 2009 | Trip type: Couples
1/1 found this review helpful

The other reviewers have hit the nail on the head with their reviews of this motel. The chalet accommodation is slap bang on the beach, and has everything you could want for a stay of a day or two. The balcony areas are a huge bonus - we had fantastic weather and were able to eat alfresco listening to the... more

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5 of 5 stars
JingoSussex 3 contributions
Sussex
Apr 8, 2009 | Trip type: Couples
1/1 found this review helpful

Not close to the town centre, but excellent for the beach. The chalet room was quite sufficient for 2 people, had internet and TV. The cooking facilities were good. The room was clean and comfortable, and we had a lovely balcony area on which to relax and watch the sun set. This was almost the best accommodation we subsequently found... more

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4 of 5 stars
gooeythebest 18 contributions
San Francisco Bay Area
Mar 30, 2009 | Trip type: Couples
1/1 found this review helpful

We stayed at Shining Star for our last couple of nights before we left New Zealand. We were happy with the stay, and I gave the place four stars primarily in comparison with the rest of the places that we stayed in New Zealand. We had a Spa Beachfront Chalet which consisted of a downstairs kitchen, living room, and bathroom... more

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3 of 5 stars
Lis_in_transit 24 contributions
Brighton, United Kingdom
Mar 28, 2009 | Trip type: Solo travel
1/1 found this review helpful

I camped for a couple of nights at the Shining star. For starters, the camp sites are not very impressive, they're rather small and don't have a wooden table anywhere near them to read/eat on - this place is definitely not catering for campers as their main trade. Secondly, the supposedly equipped kitchen had half the stuff missing. For instance,... more

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5 of 5 stars
FarmerP 3 contributions
Cambridge
Mar 27, 2009 | Trip type: Couples
1/1 found this review helpful

This was probably the best overall accommadation we stayed at in our 3 1/2 week trip to NZ. We had one of the 2 storey chalets by the beach for 3 nights. Extremely well thought out,well equipped,roomy and with great outlook. Would definately book again--only for longer more

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5 of 5 stars
LlewllynBren 10 contributions
Nottingham
Mar 25, 2009 | Trip type: Couples
1/1 found this review helpful

I will not repeat all of the positive comments made by contributors in 2009. I agree with them all, Shining Star is an excellent place to stay. It is a good mile or so out of town, but that was not a problem for us. I can confirm that the Chalets are comfortable, waterproof and capable of withstanding a howling... more

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5 of 5 stars
mhnstr 59 contributions
Christchurch
Mar 13, 2009 | Trip type: Friends getaway
1/1 found this review helpful

I have stayed at the Shining Star on several occasions when I have taken visitors to Hokitika. Everyone has been quite pleased with the comfort, cleanliness and décor of the chalets. All of the chalets are different. There are three types of chalets facing the ocean. The first type are the one Bedroom apartments (numbers 16, 17 and 18) which... more

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5 of 5 stars
amybristolBristol 8 contributions
bristol
Mar 4, 2009 | Trip type: Couples
1/1 found this review helpful

Stayed here for 1 night as a half way point when driving from Abel Tasman to Franz Josef and didnt want to leave. Stayed in a double bedded cabin which was of a high standard. Looked out to goats and other animals which live in middle of the circle of chalets. Such a nice setting. Went to see glow worms... more

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