Seddonville Accommodation, Country Pub & Restaurant
Hotel located half way between Westport and Karamea and gateway to the Old Ghost Road, Seddonville is in the heart of New Zealand’s West Coast, amid untouched natural scenery, and away from the stress of city life.
At Seddonville Hotel you’re surrounded by untouched lush native bush, rugged mountains, and beautiful rivers. You’ll awake to the morning chorus of our native birds and, maybe, even echoes of days gone by – of gold rushes, sawmills, coal mining and bush rail locos. You’ll feel like time has stood still – it has – and you’ll love it.
Seddonville Hotel is nestled along the enchanting Mokihinui River and just 3.5 km’s from the starting and finishing point of The Old Ghost Road cycle and tramping track.
Seddonville Motel Accommodation
Seddonville Hotel features 6 comfortable motel units, full bar facilities, meals, snacks, and hot and cold drinks. Also on-site is a mobile home park including power, water, security lighting and dump site.
Seddonville Hotel Facilities
- The Sawmill Restaurant is fully licensed 40 seat restaurant specialising in wholesome West Coast New Zealand cuisine. Vegetarian requirements are catered for on request.
- Our fully licensed well stocked bar is the ideal place to relax and enjoy a pre-dinner drink or two after a day’s travel or sightseeing.
- On a hot day, or warm evening, our tabled 24 seat Conservatory offers a casual relaxing atmosphere.
- Our Dairy/Shop caters for most travellers’ needs and also provides a NZ Post service.
- Focal point of the Lounge area is our magnificent fireplace – a welcoming hearth and haven from the rigours of our West Coast winters.
- And, if friendly competition is your desire we have the Pool Table and Dart Boards available.
- Here’s our “typical Kiwi” spot – a place to rest the elbow, tell a yarn or two, and survey the scene.
Attractions near Seddonville
Chasm Creek Walkway
Just 5 minutes from the hotel taking you over little walking bridges and through the old 50 metre-long railway tunnel where at night the glow worms make a spectacular display. It is a beautiful walkway to do during the day and see the moss covered rock walls, views of the river, and the beach where the “LOST WORLD” was filmed.
Charming Creek Walkway
To really appreciate this beautiful walkway allow a day. Start from the old Charming Creek coal mine (now closed) on a gentle gradient down to Ngakawau. The rail line was put in to take coal and timber out of the area. It meanders over bridges, through tunnels, around old workings and machinery, with amazing views of the Ngakawau Gorge flora and fauna and the stunning Mangatini Falls.
Old Ghost Road – Mountain Biking & Tramping Trail
A wilderness experience. Ride or walk amongst magnificent native forests, river gorges, valleys and old gold mining towns. We recognise that the logistics of getting to some of our amazing destinations can sometimes be a challenge, check out the Old Ghost Road website for information on local trail operators.
Tramping
Mokihinui Gorge
Until 1929 it was the main road to Karamea. It was the bustling site of five gold mines, the Red Queen being the best known. The road takes you through one ford to Welcome Bay from there the track takes you past the Iron Bridge and the Rough and Tumble – 3hrs, then inland up the dramatic and scenic Mokihinui valley to the Forks a DOC hut -8hrs trek. You can even catch whitebait in season at the Mokihinui River mouth.
Mount Glasgow Range
With its impressive peaks overlooks Seddonville, sometimes snow capped in winter. This alpine tramp with magnificent views of the limestone landscape of Kahurangi National Park and the coast coal plateau makes you feel on top of the world. Take your camera.
