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Compare Cheap Car Hire Hokitika

People Walking on Hokitika Beach, New Zealand

VroomVroomVroom provides cheap car rental in Hokitika and destinations across the South Island. We compare car rental from top car hire companies such as Avis, Budget, Europcar, Hertz and Thrifty, which can be found at Hokitika Airport

Hokitika is a small township on the South Island of New Zealand, with about 3000 residents. Hokitika is near the mouth of the Hokitika River, about 40 kilometres south of Greymouth. With the airport nearby in the suburb of Seaview, about five flights are available per day to Christchurch. 

Why rent a car with VroomVroomVroom in Hokitika?

VroomVroomVroom provides car rental at Hokitika Airport, and while there are currently no other car hire depots in the city, you can easily compare rates from trusted national suppliers. Here are some reasons to book with us:

  • Choice: We compare car hire across New Zealand from trusted suppliers. Choose a vehicle of any size that suits your requirements. 
  • Customer Care: We have a dedicated customer care team who can assist you with your Hokitika car rental. Contact our team via phone, email or live chat.
  • No booking fees: When you reserve a car on the VroomVroomVroom website you will not be charged any additional booking fees. 

Driving tips in Hokitika

Hokitika is a major tourist stop on the State Highway 6 along the West Coast, having come a long way from its gold rush days in the 1860s. Today, it will take you over three hours to reach the town from Christchurch.

Hokitika is located just 30 minutes south of Greymouth along State Highway 6. Be sure to take additional care when driving around the area, as the roads may be smaller than you are used to. 

Best time to visit Hokitika

The weather along New Zealand's west coast is very changeable, but depending on what you want to do the South Island is great to visit year-round. Travel during December to February if it is warmer temperatures you are after.

The West Coast has some of the highest rainfall in New Zealand, and it is recommended that you pack warmer clothes if you are planning to travel to the area in winter.