Copthorne Hotel Greymouth

The in-house restaurant is superb, quite the equal of some of the better hotel kitchens in NZ. Our dinner was first rate. The hotel is older, recently refurbished, and while not modern, it is very clean and comfortable, with a shower in each room with serious water pressure (a pet peeve of mine). Aroha Matthews, the hotel GM, is a differentiator, and is all over the hotel and its response to customers. A lovely lady with a warm disposition and a lovely lady to meet. She suggested a visit to Punakaiki, about 60 kms north of Greymouth ,and well worth the time and effort. I look forward to seeing that in a howling Tasman Sea storm at high tide !

As you approach the Copthorne Hotel in Greymouth - you can’t miss it as it’s the tallest building in town) the tired facade (painted grey!) doesn’t do the hotel any favours. Nor do the creaks and groans the lift made on the way up to the 6th floor! My room was well appointed with TWO double beds. I’ve never been a fan of open hanging spaces rather than cupboards.

This is like stepping back in time a little. The whole vibe of this hotel is subtle and comfortable. It is worth staying here just for the restaurant downstairs and very comfortable beds. The staff are top notch and very friendly. When I mentioned I wasn't feeling well they let me move my reserved time to earlier in the restaurant. They had great tips and ideas for things to do, books to read and local arts to view. The view from the 4th floor of the river entrance and the town was really nice, I particularly loved having the balcony door wide open listening to the ocean and the town just living daily life.

Location great. Not too far to walk to train station. Evening dinner menu good, food excellent.Service was great, thanks to Mel. Plus young waiter who was also very attentive. Breakfast dissapointed. Staff need to look at replenishing food items before running out of items. Eg potato, Hash Browns butter portions etc., Otherwise breakfast was enjoysble. Heating in bedroom and hot water excellent. Plenty of towels etc.

The modern room with twin queen beds and seating area. Great large TV and modern lift, hotel corridors, lobby etc. walking distance to train and shops.