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Shining Star Beachfront Accommodation

Name: Shining Star Beachfront Accommodation
Address: 16 Richards Drive, Hokitika, NZ

★★★★·9.1/ 10Excellent

·Holiday park

Offsite parking discounted rates availableAir conditioningFamily roomsBBQ facilitiesLuggage storageFax/photocopyingAll 36 facilities +

Review

Guest scores & sentiment

From 280 guest reviews · multi-source · as of 2026-07-10

Guests praise the beachfront location, proximity to glow worms, and friendly staff. Rooms are generally clean and well-equipped. Complaints focus on dated interiors, odors, poor soundproofing, and unreliable WiFi.

Dimension scores · cross-source

Location9.2

Service9.1

Rooms8.9

Cleanliness8.8

Surroundings8.8

Value8.6

Facilities8.4

Wi-Fi7.3

＋ PraisedExcellent location near beach and Glow Worm Dell · Quiet and comfortable environment · Close to town and attractions · Excellent beachfront location

－ ComplaintsFacilities are somewhat dated · Hygiene details need improvement · Maintenance issues (lights/fly screens) · Dated facilities/maintenance issues

KEYIdeal for nature lovers seeking beach views. Verify room condition upon booking; sensitive guests should note potential noise and WiFi issues.

FAQ · grounded in hotel data & reviews

locationHow is the hotel's location and what are the nearby attractions?＋

The hotel boasts an excellent beachfront location (score 9.2). It is a 5-minute drive from Hokitika Airport and close to Lake Mahinapua, glaciers, and glow worm caves.

diningDoes the hotel offer breakfast or dining services?＋

No formal breakfast or restaurant is mentioned. However, each chalet has a fully equipped kitchen for self-catering, and BBQ facilities and private picnic areas are available.

familyIs this hotel suitable for families with children?＋

Highly recommended. Families praise the proximity to beaches, glow worm caves, and animal farms. The hotel features an on-site playground and allows pets.

businessAre there facilities suitable for business travel?＋

While fax/photocopying and tour desks are available, the WiFi score is low (7.3) and often reported as unstable, which may hinder online work.

coupleAny recommendations for couples?＋

Couples highly praise the excellent beachfront location and friendly staff. Rooms are generally clean and comfortable, ideal for a romantic seaside getaway.

roomWhat are the room conditions and facilities like?＋

Rooms score 8.9, generally clean with comfortable beds. Each chalet has a private balcony, sea view, and free WiFi. However, some rooms may be dated or have odors, so inspect upon arrival.

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Room types · 9

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Two-Bedroom Apartment

2 × Twin bed52 ㎡up to 5

This Two-Bedroom apartment has a bedroom downstairs with a queen size bed and upstairs a bedroom with two single beds. Guest can sit out on the deck and enjoy the fresh sea air. The apartment includes a kitchenette, living, and dining area. Please note that there is 1 extra bed available on request.

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One-Bedroom Apartment

1 × Twin bed / 2 × Queen bed50 ㎡up to 5

This One-Bedroom apartment overlooks the sea. The apartments are self-contained, and have one bedroom with a queen and single bed. The attached private lounge room contains cooking facilities and great ocean views. There is heating in each room, satellite TV channels and a bath.

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Spa Beachfront Chalet

1 × Extra-large double bed (Super-king size)40 ㎡up to 2

This luxurious chalet is overlooking the sea. The chalets have a king size bed on a mezzanine floor and are self-contained with spa baths, LCD TV, satellite channels, DVD players, CD/MIDI Systems and heat pump.

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King Beachfront Chalet

1 × Extra-large double bed (Super-king size)28 ㎡up to 2

This studio style chalet features a king size bed and couch. Guests can enjoy the sunset on the deck.

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Triple Beachfront Chalet

1 × Twin bed / 1 × Queen bed28 ㎡up to 3

This studio style chalets feature a queen bed and single bed. There is a kitchenette and ironing facilities. These chalets are designed for easy access with handrails in the shower and toilet.

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Queen Studio

1 × Queen bed21 ㎡up to 2

The spacious queen studio is located closest to the animal paddocks with decks to sit and enjoy the park views. They are set up as self-contained studios with a queen bed, a kitchenette, table, TV, a couch and a bathroom.

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Double Room with Kitchenette

1 × Queen bed16 ㎡up to 2

The double room with kitchenette is a self-contained studio with a queen bed, stovetop, mini fridge, sink, TV, couch, table space and a bathroom at the back of the unit. Guests enjoy sitting on their shared deck with a view of the animal paddocks.

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Double Room with Park View

1 × Queen bed16 ㎡up to 2

The double room with park view features a queen bed, table space, TV, tea and coffee making facilities, couch and a bathroom. A shared deck provides guests with a view of the animal paddock.

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Economy Triple Room

1 × Single bed / 1 × Large bed16 ㎡up to 3

This economy triple room features a queen bed, single bed, tea and coffee making facilities, ensuite bathroom and a shared deck. The room features a view overlooking the gardens and animal paddock.

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Shining Star Beachfront Accommodation

Guest scores & sentiment

Room types · 9

Two-Bedroom Apartment

One-Bedroom Apartment

Spa Beachfront Chalet

King Beachfront Chalet

Triple Beachfront Chalet

Queen Studio

Double Room with Kitchenette

Double Room with Park View

Economy Triple Room

Facilities · 36