West coast

theatre royal hotel

Experience West Coast history and Victorian elegance.

located in the heart of Kumara village on the West Coast of the South Island.

The Theatre Royal Hotel is the West Coast`s only fully restored gold miners’ hotel, and once world-renowned theatre. Discover the colourful past of Kumara, which featured the last great gold rush and was the home of New Zealand’s longest serving Premier, Richard John Seddon.

For those travelling along the West Coast Wilderness Cycle Trail, Kumara is the perfect base from which to explore or to rest weary limbs on an overnight stay. Offering a welcoming restaurant & bar with indoor/outdoor dining and garden - a popular spot for locals and visitors.

hotel Features

6 hotel rooms, 6 Miners cottages, 2 BNZ Bank Suites, several self-contained & shared cottage options, public restaurant & bar, bike storage.

Choose from 6 ensuite history-themed hotel rooms, each room is unique, with Victorian decor, antique furnishings, and modern amenities. Behind the main hotel are six stand-alone replica Miners Cottages built in 2017 offering spacious self-contained comfort for up to 4 guests. Two Victorian themed suites in the graciously restored old Bank of New Zealand (BNZ) building are located directly opposite the hotel. Or choose from a selection of self-contained and backpacker style cottage options in close proximity to the Hotel.

West Coast hospitality awaits in the welcoming restaurant and bar popular with locals and visitors alike. Relax by the log fire or enjoy a refreshing drink on the veranda, New Zealand wine and beers as well as local produce feature on the menu. Packed lunch options are available for cyclists.

Bike hire, shuttles and luggage transfers can be arranged via one of the hotel’s partner cycle companies.