Must-see nightlife in The West Coast

  • Historic Empire Hotel

    The West Coast

    Nostalgia wafts from every brightly painted beam of the Empire. Since 1866, West Coasters have huddled inside the pub, amid yellowing photographs and…

  • DP1 Cafe

    Greymouth

    A stalwart of the Greymouth cafe scene, this quayside java joint is awash with local artwork. Hip clientele and friendly staff make it an excellent place…

  • West Coast Wine Bar

    The West Coast

    Upping Hoki's sophistication factor, this weeny joint packs a fridge full of fine wine and craft beer. Sip it in the hidden-away back garden, laden with…

  • Wilson’s Hotel

    Buller Region

    The best of Reefton's narrow range of evening entertainment is this no-frills boozer, which has been pouring drinks since 1873. Expect a staccato…

  • Ferrari's

    Greymouth

    Valiantly trying to capture the sophistication and glamour of golden-era Hollywood in good old Greymouth, this bar inside the Regent Cinema is an…

  • Whanake Gallery & Espresso Bar

    Buller Region

    This neat little grab-and-go cafe is decked out with the owners' inspiring nature photography, to admire while you wait for a shot of Westport's best…

  • Rapahoe Hotel

    The Great Coast Road

    The Rapahoe Hotel, 12km north of of Greymouth, is a simple beachfront pub offering hot food and cold beer at the northern trail head for the Point…