Te Wa Whakatā Ōkārito

Welcome to Te Wa Whakatā, Ōkārito, South Westland, New Zealand. On offer are seven brand new, stand-alone warm, comfortable and stylish cabins, and two studio units – set beside the largest untouched wetland of Aotearoa, with mountains, bush, lagoon and sea all part of the surrounding landscape.

All cabins have their own ensuite, kitchenette and private deck. One cabin is wheelchair accessible and self-contained. Te Wa Whakatā is self-catering and provides a communal kitchen and dining room where all guests can cook their own meals – if that isn’t for you then it is a 30 minute drive into Franz Josef where there are many options for dining. There are seven cabins and two studios available for guests, best suited for groups (up to 18) travelling together, for couples or singles. This Ōkārito accommodation is a perfect site for quick access to the Ōkārito lagoon, the wild West Coast beach and the native forest.