On one of Greymouth's side streets is this beauty. Originally named The Wharfe Hotel (I'm assuming because it's next to the Grey River) and built in 1876 it was renamed The Royal Hotel in 1903. The original burned down in the 1930s and was rebuilt (as per photos below and above).
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| Photo from between January 1950 and December 1969 - Alexander Turnbull Library. |
After new owners completing extensive renovations inside it is now up for sale and unfortunately is earthquake prone like many buildings on the west coast. The hotel has been empty for about 5 years and is due to be demolished at some point.
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10 comments:
What a grand old lady she must have been in her hey-day. Such a shame today's regulations mean a lot of these buildings are no longer able to be used, but I guess it is ultimately for the safety of the public.
So sad that much is due for demolition instead of strengthening...so many heritage buildings gone
A very nice facade of traditional building
If it has to go (and I can accept that it must if it is a threat to safety) I hope something equally visually appealing appears in its place.
That is unfortunate.
Such a pity you're in earthquake territory, as is most of nz I suppose. That's a grand building with lots of history
Sad that it has to go but it helps protect the public.
...it's a beauty, so nice to see.
That's a shame It's a beautiful old building.
Amy Thanks for sharing both the newer and older photos of this once wonderful building and it is very sad that now it have to be demolished. I hope you have a lovely week ahead.
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