With the majestic Southern Alps as your backdrop and the untamed beach on your doorstep, this retreat offers a unique blend of ocean to alps. Whether you're family, friends or adventure seekers, Drifting Sands is your home away from home.
An ideal central point for exploring the West Coast, the property is equipped with incredible beds, linens and dinnerware, a sunset beach studio and a large ozone spa pool for 6 so you can soak up and soak in the sunsets and milky way.
PET FRIENDLY:
Yes, we are absolutely dog friendly and understand the joy in travelling with your pooch. We welcome pets that are well behaved, quiet and sleep on their own beds and please not our furniture or linens.

We ask you to please make sure to note this on your reservation so we can account for extra time to deep cleanse the property upon check out.
We are just an email or message away if you require any assistance during your stay
Beachfront at its best. Some of the best sunsets in the world on your front lawn. Minutes from town and some amazing lakes within a 30min drive.
You will enjoy the awesome beach garden with stunning views of the ocean from the several wee nooks. Immerse yourself in the beautiful surroundings and take a soak in the spa pool with the beach and waves just metres away.
With convenient access via a front door code and off-street parking, you can make yourself so at home you won't want to leave!

Book now and experience the fabulousness for yourself. One night is never enough…

If you need more space or have a larger groups please check out my other eight beach retreats or reach out to see how I may find you the perfect fit for your vacation.
Nestled on the beach and flanked by the grand Southern Alps, here you can experience both in such close proximity. Drifting Sands offers an authentic beachfront sanctuary offering an unrivalled 'home away from home' experience it is just a five minute walk from the charming town centre of Hokitika. We pride ourselves on hotel grade mattresses, superior quality pillows, duvets and linens ensuring a sumptuous and well rested sleep.

A delightful mix of luxury and nostalgia awaits you.

Dine at our new Revell St restaurant Thatcher & Small or prepare a beachfront banquet for your family and friends in our fully equipped kitchen. Relax in our cosy lounge or chill out in the private sunset beach garden studio with a good book listening to the roar of the crashing waves just metres away.

The sunset on our front lawn will take your breath away as it lights up the sky and slowly sets into the Tasman Sea. After dark stroll to the glow worm dell, light a bonfire or sink into our stargazing spa pool or bath tub under the milky way.

You will understand why one night is never enough. Leave fully rested, rejuvenated and fuelled for your onward adventures.

Your satisfaction is at the heart of our every offering and our digital guidebooks are designed to share all our favourite spots, tips and adventures for a bespoke tailored time to remember while visiting our cool little town.

This is Drifting Sands.
Drifting Sands is only 5 mins drive in a car or taxi from Hokitika airport.
From Christchurch - It is a 3.5 hour stunning drive over the Alps through Arthur"s Pass.
From Nelson - It is a 5 hour drive along an amazing coastal road.
From Queenstown - It is a 7 hour drive through ever changing scenery.