Title: Nine Mile Vacation Packages | Holiday Packages & Trips 2026/2027 from Expedia.ca [Hotels in Nine Mile](https://expedia.ca/Nine-Mile-Greymouth-Hotels.0-n6308914-0.Travel-Guide-Filter-Hotels)[Flights to Greymouth](https://expedia.ca/Cheap-Flights-To-Greymouth.d6135276.Travel-Guide-Flights)[Things to do in Greymouth](https://expedia.ca/Things-To-Do-In-Greymouth.d6135276.Travel-Guide-Activities)[Nine Mile Car Rentals](https://expedia.ca/Car-Rentals-In-Nine-Mile.d6308914.Car-Rental-Guide) ![](https://a.travel-assets.com/travel-assets-manager/bex-affinities/lodging.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1200&h=300&q=medium) # Nine Mile Vacation Packages ## Book a Hotel + Flight or Car together to unlock savings - ## Plan, book, travel with confidence - ### Better together Save up to CA $1,096 when you book a flight and hotel together\* - ### Find the right fit With over 300,000 hotels worldwide, it's easy to create a perfect package - ### Rest easy Plan, book, and manage your trip all in one place ## Where to stay in Nine Mile Find the best Nine Mile areas and neighborhoods for the activities you enjoy most. [Learn more about Nine Mile](https://expedia.ca/Greymouth-Nine-Mile.dx6308914) ![Default Image](https://images.trvl-media.com/media/content/expus/graphics/deals/TE_Clouds_card_r1.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=350&h=192&q=medium) ### Kumara If you're spending some time in Kumara, you'll be sure to enjoy its restaurants. [Find hotel + flight trips in Kumara](https://expedia.ca/go/package/search/FlightHotel/?FromAirport=Downtown%20Columbus,%20Columbus,%20Ohio,%20United%20States%20of%20America&Destination=Kumara&DestID=6342530&DaysInFuture=30&StayLength=7&rfrr=TG.LP.Dest.PKG.Neighborhoods) ![Default Image](https://images.trvl-media.com/media/content/expus/graphics/deals/TE_Clouds_card_r1.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=350&h=192&q=medium) ### Kaiata 1 out of top 10 points of interest in this area Travelers like the golf courses in Kaiata, and Greymouth Golf Club is a top attraction you might want to visit. [Find hotel + flight trips in Kaiata](https://expedia.ca/go/package/search/FlightHotel/?FromAirport=Downtown%20Columbus,%20Columbus,%20Ohio,%20United%20States%20of%20America&Destination=Kaiata&DestID=6352873&DaysInFuture=30&StayLength=7&rfrr=TG.LP.Dest.PKG.Neighborhoods) ![Default Image](https://images.trvl-media.com/media/content/expus/graphics/deals/TE_Clouds_card_r1.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=350&h=192&q=medium) ### Marsden While Marsden isn't home to many top sights, Shantytown and Shantytown Heritage Park are some notable places to visit nearby. [Find hotel + flight trips in Marsden](https://expedia.ca/go/package/search/FlightHotel/?FromAirport=Downtown%20Columbus,%20Columbus,%20Ohio,%20United%20States%20of%20America&Destination=Marsden&DestID=3000439112&DaysInFuture=30&StayLength=7&rfrr=TG.LP.Dest.PKG.Neighborhoods) ![Coal Creek Falls, West Coast New Zealand](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/693024879594110976/2adeab36-6a9f-4381-a9aa-5a4006c35bf6.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=350&h=192&q=medium) ### Coal Creek If you're looking for some top things to see and do in Coal Creek and surrounding area, you can visit Brunner Industrial Site and Rapahoe Beach. [Find hotel + flight trips in Coal Creek](https://expedia.ca/go/package/search/FlightHotel/?FromAirport=Downtown%20Columbus,%20Columbus,%20Ohio,%20United%20States%20of%20America&Destination=Coal%20Creek&DestID=693024879594110976&DaysInFuture=30&StayLength=7&rfrr=TG.LP.Dest.PKG.Neighborhoods) ![Default Image](https://images.trvl-media.com/media/content/expus/graphics/deals/TE_Clouds_card_r1.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=350&h=192&q=medium) ### Karoro While Karoro might not have many sights to explore, venturing just a little farther will lead you to top things to see and do like Monteith's Brewing Company and Grey District Aquatic Centre. [Find hotel + flight trips in Karoro](https://expedia.ca/go/package/search/FlightHotel/?FromAirport=Downtown%20Columbus,%20Columbus,%20Ohio,%20United%20States%20of%20America&Destination=Karoro&DestID=961346564386025472&DaysInFuture=30&StayLength=7&rfrr=TG.LP.Dest.PKG.Neighborhoods) ## Nine Mile Hotel Deals ![The Ashley Hotel](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/1000000/992600/992510/5f540fff_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150) ### The Ashley Hotel 74 Tasman St Greymouth CA $129 CA $149 total Mar 31 - Apr 1 includes taxes & fees 8.2/10 Very Good! (680 reviews) Concierge was very accomodating when I asked for a room on the ground floor. Room was very clean. Bed was comfortable. Reviewed on Mar 20, 2026 [](https://expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=31%2F03%2F2026&endDate=01%2F04%2F2026&selected=992510&PinnedHotelID=992510&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=6308914) ![Scenic Hotel Punakaiki](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/990000/982500/982476/c13ab294_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150) ### Scenic Hotel Punakaiki 4237 State Highway 6 Punakaiki Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay CA $164 CA $190 total Mar 30 - Mar 31 includes taxes & fees 8.6/10 Excellent! (806 reviews) Lovely room! Very comfortable, Spacious and lovely dining experience both at dinner and breakfast. Wonderful views of the ocean both from our room and the dining room! Reviewed on Mar 15, 2026 [](https://expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=30%2F03%2F2026&endDate=31%2F03%2F2026&selected=982476&PinnedHotelID=982476&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=6308914) ![Greymouth Seaside TOP 10 Holiday Park](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/8000000/7070000/7060500/7060401/5ced7065_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150) ### Greymouth Seaside TOP 10 Holiday Park 2 Chesterfield Street Greymouth CA $72 CA $84 total Mar 30 - Mar 31 includes taxes & fees 8.2/10 Very Good! (382 reviews) Loved all the options and all the communal spaces. Super convenient to get the rocky beach from here. AMAZING play ground for the kiddos. We booked a three bedroom villa and would have had a great view if sunset but it needs some of the shrubbery trimmed way back. Great space, nice and big and super ... Reviewed on Mar 11, 2026 [](https://expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=30%2F03%2F2026&endDate=31%2F03%2F2026&selected=7060401&PinnedHotelID=7060401&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=6308914) [See all 87 properties in Nine Mile](https://expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?rfrrid=TG.LP.Hotels.Package&startDate=24%2F03%2F2026&endDate=25%2F03%2F2026®ionId=6308914) Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply. ![](https://forever.travel-assets.com/flex/flexmanager/images/2022/06/08/all-inclusive_holidays_US.jpeg?impolicy=fcrop&w=300&h=300&q=mediumHigh) All Inclusive Vacations [](https://expedia.ca/lp/theme-vacations/all-inclusive-vacations?rfrr=editorial.All_Inclusive%20Vacations.click) ![](https://forever.travel-assets.com/flex/flexmanager/images/2022/10/17/XPC_Beach_Overview_HR_v3.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=300&h=300&q=mediumHigh) Beach Vacations [](https://expedia.ca/lp/theme-vacations/beach-vacations?rfrr=editorial.Beach_Vacations.click) ![](https://forever.travel-assets.com/flex/flexmanager/images/2022/06/08/Family_holidays_US_3_.jpeg?impolicy=fcrop&w=300&h=300&q=mediumHigh) Family Vacations [](https://expedia.ca/lp/theme-vacations/kid-friendly-vacations?rfrr=editorial.Family_Vacations.click) ![](https://forever.travel-assets.com/flex/flexmanager/images/2022/04/29/frCA_Sejours_golf-Portugal.jpeg?impolicy=fcrop&w=300&h=300&q=mediumHigh) Golf Vacations [](https://expedia.ca/lp/theme-vacations/golf-vacations?rfrr=editorial.Golf_Vacations.click) ![](https://forever.travel-assets.com/flex/flexmanager/images/2022/07/15/US_Luxury_VR_Miami.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=300&h=300&q=mediumHigh) Luxury Vacations [](https://expedia.ca/lp/theme-vacations/luxury-vacations?rfrr=editorial.Luxury_Vacations.click) ![](https://forever.travel-assets.com/flex/flexmanager/images/2022/08/29/romantic.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=300&h=300&q=mediumHigh) Romantic Vacations [](https://expedia.ca/lp/theme-vacations/romantic-vacations?rfrr=editorial.Romantic_Vacations.click) ![](https://forever.travel-assets.com/flex/flexmanager/images/2022/10/17/31952_v1_atfraraski22_insta_4.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=300&h=300&q=mediumHigh) Ski Vacations [](https://expedia.ca/lp/theme-vacations/ski-vacations?rfrr=editorial.Ski_Vacations.click) ## Frequently asked questions ### How much does a Nine Mile vacation package cost? ### How do I get a cheap travel package to Nine Mile? ### How far in advance should I book my Nine Mile vacation? ### What does an Expedia Nine Mile travel package include? ### What should I know before booking a Nine Mile travel package? ### Can I choose my airline with a Nine Mile Expedia vacation package? ### If I'm not able to travel, can I cancel my Nine Mile vacation package? ### Things to do ![From Greymouth: Highlights West Coast Day Tour](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/46272566/6d4061f0-f724-4fdf-87ce-085684ac3c5f.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### From Greymouth: Highlights West Coast Day Tour CA $257 per adult [](https://expedia.ca/things-to-do/from-greymouth-highlights-west-coast-day-tour.a46272566.activity-details) ![Greymouth: Hokitika Gorge and Tree Top Walkway Half-Day Tour](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/4529517/82bd53e5-e527-49aa-8222-f2f623d13bad.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Greymouth: Hokitika Gorge and Tree Top Walkway Half-Day Tour CA $168 per adult [](https://expedia.ca/things-to-do/greymouth-hokitika-gorge-and-tree-top-walkway-half-day-tour.a4529517.activity-details) ![One Day Tour from Hokitika on Wilderness Trail by eBike](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/51282539/51b948a1-a006-4052-aee3-882e112049d5.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### One Day Tour from Hokitika on Wilderness Trail by eBike CA $195 per adult [](https://expedia.ca/things-to-do/one-day-tour-from-hokitika-on-wilderness-trail-by-ebike.a51282539.activity-details) [See all activities in Greymouth](https://expedia.ca/things-to-do/search?rid=6308914) ## Explore a world of travel with Expedia - 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