This contemporary and clean cottage behind the family house surrounded by gardens was the perfect place to stay in this area. A centrally located place to use as a base to explore the west coast. I only wished I could have stayed longer. I explored Hokitika, Arthur's Pass, up to Punakkaiki Rocks and there is so much more to explore. Where else can you see snow covered mountains, rain forests, farm lands, beach and ocean all in the same location! Melia was very welcoming giving me suggestions to explore and places to eat in town.