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Punakaiki – 19 hotels and places to stay

Located in Paparoa National Park just 984 feet from the magnificent Pancake Rocks and Blowholes, the beachfront Scenic Hotel Punakaiki offers comfortable, environmentally friendly accommodations with...

The location to the Pancake Rocks. The view from the lobby/bar area. The staff was friendly and helpful.
Review score
8.2
Very Good
611 reviews
Price from
$113.93
1 night, 2 adults
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Located in Punakaiki, a few steps from Punakaiki Beach, Punakaiki Rocks Hotel & Garden Bar provides accommodations with a garden, free private parking, a restaurant and a bar.

Great location to tourist attractions, awesome having the pub and restaurant attached.
Review score
6.9
Pleasant
362 reviews
Price from
$86.09
1 night, 2 adults
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Paparoa Park Motel is located in Punakaiki. Boasting luggage storage space, some units at the property have a balcony with a sea view.

Peaceful. Loved the bush all around and the friendly weak,
Review score
8.4
Very Good
1,288 reviews
Price from
$109.05
1 night, 2 adults
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Providing garden views, Punakaiki Beach Camp in Punakaiki provides accommodations, a private beach area, a garden, and barbecue facilities.

- I had a great and quiet cabin with a little fridge - Staff was very friendly and helpful. - Extra points for letting me know early that If required I could borrow a pan and plate - Beach access
Review score
7.8
Good
350 reviews
Price from
$67.98
1 night, 2 adults
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A 12-minute walk from Punakaiki Beach in Punakaiki, Love Punakaiki Luxury Couples Retreat Limited provides accommodations with access to an open-air bath.

This was a wonderful place to stay. It is very close to the Pancake Rocks and the beautiful Pororari River Track. We also hiked the Truman Track from the house (tip: Take bug spray! This was our first encounter with sand flies!). We were glad to make dinner and breakfast at the house and it was lovely to sit at the table right right by the deck looking out on the trees. We heard lots of birds in the morning from the deck, including a Tui. All the furniture and decorations in the house are lovely and the outdoor tub is fun. We didn't get to use the upstairs sunroom/library due to limited time there, but it's really nice too.
Review score
9.3
Wonderful
90 reviews
Price from
$223.27
1 night, 2 adults
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Tasman Sea Retreat features mountain views, free WiFi and free private parking, located in Punakaiki, 1.5 miles from Fox River Beach. The accommodations feature a spa bath.

Wonderful location, first class accomodation.
Review score
9.4
Wonderful
91 reviews
Price from
$200.88
1 night, 2 adults
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Driftwood Cottage offers accommodations in Punakaiki, a few steps from Punakaiki Beach and 1.7 miles from Pakiroa Beach. This property offers access to a terrace, free private parking, and free Wifi.

Nice place for 1 night stay which is what we had.
Review score
7.9
Good
27 reviews
Price from
$203.36
1 night, 2 adults
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Seascapes offers accommodations in Punakaiki, a few steps from Punakaiki Beach and 1.7 miles from Pakiroa Beach. This beachfront property offers access to a terrace and free private parking.

Like being in a different world. Amazing
Review score
8.4
Very Good
24 reviews
Price from
$329.36
1 night, 2 adults
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Delightful 1 bedroomed tiny house with sauna provides a sauna and free private parking, and is within a 2-minute walk of Fox River Beach and 8.9 miles of Punakaiki Scenic Attraction.

Sauna and plunge pool were a great addition and we liked having cooking facilities available. Very cool and cosy area to spend the night.
Review score
8.8
Excellent
19 reviews
Price from
$108.48
1 night, 2 adults
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A 11-minute walk from Punakaiki Beach in Punakaiki, Punakaiki Forest Retreat offers accommodations with access to an open-air bath.

Stunning, light filled structure for perfect viewing of the rainforest.
Review score
9.3
Wonderful
111 reviews
Price from
$286.97
1 night, 2 adults
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What Guests Said About Punakaiki:

  • Review score
    8.0

    The perfect location for a quiet, peaceful stay right in the...

    The perfect location for a quiet, peaceful stay right in the middle of the Nikau Forest!. The beds were comfy and there was everything you needed in the kitchen. We stayed in Ruru Lodge, plenty of room for me and my friend in our bedroom. A good size lodge which is a little tired, the bathrooms need an upgrade. Really good value for money. I wouldn't hesitate to stay there again.
    Guest review by
    Deborah
    New Zealand
  • Review score
    10.0

    Nature at its best!

    Nature at its best! We visited the Pancake Rocks twice, once at low tide and once at high tide, to see the contrast. It took us about 45 minutes each time but it was worth it to us. Wish we could come back in a million years to see what has disappeared due to erosion, earthquakes, etc. There is also a very good restaurant--Punakaiki Rocks--in the village, which has interesting decorations and tasty food.
    Guest review by
    thierry
    Canada
  • Review score
    10.0

    Well worth a visit.

    Well worth a visit. Punakaiki rocks is a must to see. free parking and no entrance fees. The walk is easy with only a few rock stairs to climb towards the end. The views are simply stunning. We could also see dolphins.
    Guest review by
    Lynley
    New Zealand
  • Review score
    8.0

    Lovely little seaside town, with fascinating pancake rocks...

    Lovely little seaside town, with fascinating pancake rocks and spectacular coastal scenery. Wonderful walks up into the country behind - particularly along the river valleys/gorges. Rather isolated, with no grocery shops or fuel available. The roads in and out are very narrow, winding and prone to blockage due to landslip. Plan ahead for disruption. There is a pub with good meals (at a price), and the cafe beside the visitor centre was a good breakfast spot.
    Guest review by
    Ian
    Australia
  • Review score
    10.0

    We only stayed for two days in Punakaiki and that time frame...

    We only stayed for two days in Punakaiki and that time frame was perfect for us. Our prime reason for staying in Punakaiki was to visit the Pancake Rocks and this natural feature was outstanding. Absolutely fascinating. We visited a couple of times - once at high tide and the other time at low tide. High tide was more impressive because the blowhole was really showing off but both times were jaw dropping. Truman Track was a short beautiful walk. We strolled along Fox Beach which was wonderful and we also did a quick visit to Punakaiki Cavern but that was not really our thing so did not venture in too far.
    Guest review by
    Anne
    Australia
  • Review score
    10.0

    A stunning day at Punakaiki, the board wak overlooking the...

    A stunning day at Punakaiki, the board wak overlooking the sea gives great views of the rock formations, the sea crashing and the bush. There is a wonderful new information centre nearly completed with helpful staff to give local advice on walks etc. Such a great stop lots to see and do.
    Guest review by
    Kiwivegan
    New Zealand

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  • Punakaiki Beachfront Motels

    Punakaiki
    From $109.05 per night
    Review score
    8.4
    Very Good · 1,119 reviews
    A great stop over the hotel was so close to the local pub which was great had a fabulous home made soup for dinner and a fantastic egg and bacon breakfast the next day the Pancake rocks and blow hole were so close and well worth the visit
    Guest review by
    Susan
    Australia

  • Punakaiki Rocks Hotel & Garden Bar

    Punakaiki
    From $100.44 per night
    Review score
    6.9
    Pleasant · 362 reviews
    Excellent finish to walking Paparoa track. We had an excellent meal in the hotel. Room was comfy. The shower are major bonus after having days without one. Beds comfy
    Guest review by
    Sandra
    New Zealand

  • Hydrangea Cottages

    Punakaiki
    Review score
    9.0
    Wonderful · 364 reviews
    location close to beach and Punakaiki walks and attractions, including the Pancake Rocks. Comfortable, cosy accommodation
    Guest review by
    mark
    United Kingdom

  • Scenic Hotel Punakaiki

    Punakaiki
    From $114.79 per night
    Review score
    8.2
    Very Good · 611 reviews
    the staff at the hotel was very nice. the view from the room was very good! Location is also very close to the rocks.
    Guest review by
    SidhantJain
    India

  • Paparoa Park Motel

    Punakaiki
    From $109.05 per night
    Review score
    8.4
    Very Good · 1,288 reviews
    The environment is very bad, the walls are full of mosquitoes。Had to temporarily book punakaiki hotel
    Guest review by
    ablezhou
    China

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