Situated in Paparoa National Park just 300 metres from the magnificent Pancake Rocks and Blowholes, the beachfront Scenic Hotel Punakaiki offers comfortable accommodation with rainforest and ocean...
Linda
New Zealand
The location, convenience of a bar and restaurant on the premises. We really enjoyed the food and the friendly staff on the night we were there.
Located in Punakaiki, 100 metres from Punakaiki Beach, Punakaiki Rocks Hotel & Garden Bar provides accommodation with a garden, free private parking, a restaurant and a bar.
Stephen
Australia
We all agreed the beds were the most comfortable better than any place we stayed in NZ
Featuring river views, Punakaiki Beach Camp offers accommodation with a private beach area, a garden and barbecue facilities, around 100 metres from Punakaiki Beach.
Featuring a patio with mountain views, an open-air bath and a garden, Love Punakaiki Luxury Couples Retreat Limited can be found in Punakaiki, close to Punakaiki Beach and 5.1 km from Punakaiki Scenic...
Tasman Sea Retreat features mountain views, free WiFi and free private parking, located in Punakaiki, 2.5 km from Fox River Beach. The accommodation has a spa bath.
James
United Kingdom
Nice place, well laid out and equipped. Hot tub at sunset very nice!
Located on the beach front, backdropped by towering limestone cliffs and with stunning views out over the Tasman sea to the Pancake rocks, Seascapes is a holiday home offering free WiFi.
Gillespie
New Zealand
The location is incredible. The spaces for socialising are very good.
Experience award winning architecture in a forest setting, 4 km from the famous Pancake Rocks. Punakaiki Forest Retreat is a private holiday home offering free WiFi.
Tim
New Zealand
Very warm and comfortable. Beautiful surroundings.
Boasting air-conditioned accommodation with a patio, Cliffscapes is set in Punakaiki. This property offers access to a balcony, free private parking and free WiFi.
Located alongside Paparoa National Park, 30 metres from the sea, Punakaiki Beachfront Motels are 5 minutes’ walk from Pancake Rocks and local cafes and restaurants.
On average, 3-star hotels in Punakaiki cost £103 per night, and 4-star hotels in Punakaiki are £135 per night. If you're looking for something really special, a 5-star hotel in Punakaiki can on average be found for £206 per night (based on Booking.com prices).
The average price per night for a 3-star hotel in Punakaiki this weekend is £102 or, for a 4-star hotel, £114. Looking for something even fancier? 5-star hotels in Punakaiki for this weekend cost on average around £242 per night (based on Booking.com prices).
On average, it costs £87 per night to book a 3-star hotel in Punakaiki for tonight. You'll pay on average around £114 if you choose to stay in a 4-star hotel tonight, while a 5-star hotel in Punakaiki will cost around £206 (based on Booking.com prices).
What guests said about Punakaiki:
10
Scored 10
The Pancake Rocks walking track was fantastic and the Blow...
The Pancake Rocks walking track was fantastic and the Blow Holes were amazing. The Truman Track through native bush was awesome. Cafe reasonable and pub good but expensive food and drinks. Spectacular rock formations all around the area.Raincoats recommended - you never know when it will rain.
Lex
New Zealand
8.0
Scored 8.0
We loved our visit to Punakaika rocks and worth a detour.
We loved our visit to Punakaika rocks and worth a detour. We liked the house except we are too old for having to go up and down steep stairs during the night. We were not warned about this.
We ate at the local scenic hotel and this was reasonable and pleasant
david
New Zealand
10
Scored 10
The Pancake Rocks are overwhelming beautiful, almost an...
The Pancake Rocks are overwhelming beautiful, almost an alien place on earth. We went there at the end of the day (low tide) and came back in the morning (high tide). The power of the waves was incredible.
B.
Netherlands
10
Scored 10
What a delightful natural attraction - the pancake rocks are...
What a delightful natural attraction - the pancake rocks are incredible. The garden tavern is very welcoming and the food was good. We stayed in the cute beachfront cabin and could walk to the beach, the pancake rocks, garden tavern and info centre from there. The Pancake Rocks Cafe needs a good shake up, the pancakes were terrible - undercooked and the banana was bad.
Sophia
Australia
10
Scored 10
Great option for a short one night, or even longer stay.
Great option for a short one night, or even longer stay. The small compound of self contained units was very lovely. Even though all the cottages were occupied, it was peaceful and I could have sat out on the deck for much longer to enjoy the sound of the waves on the beach. We ate at the main hotel/restaurant in a lovely secluded garden. Even though it's right on the main road, the garden gives you a sense of peaceful tranquility. There's not much to do in the area, but for sure a 1 or 2 night stay is perfect here. We had room #10 & it was absolutely perfect
Helen
United States
8.0
Scored 8.0
We visited the Rocks along the road - always an interesting...
We visited the Rocks along the road - always an interesting visit, and spent a lot of time in Barrytown for a friends wedding.
Always take mozzie spray or insect repellant!
We took our own breakfast items and ate out the rest of the time - the pub at the other end of the village has a good range of food as does the cafe at the Rocks
Great view and proximity to the Tasman Sea. It's a quiet, tranquil place to relax or take walks. It's an easy 600 m. walk to the Pancake Rocks. Our hosts were outstanding, even offering to drive us to the InterCity bus stop when it was raining. The InterCity bus will drop you off or pick you up right near the Cottages on the Main Road if you arrange for it. Be aware that there are no grocery stores in Punakaiki, so bring food supplies with you.
Well located at the south end of picturesque Punakaiki village. The motel was between the limestone cliffs and the beach and walking distance to the Pancake Rocks. There was a small kitchenette and bathroom. The beds were OK and it was quiet. There is access to the beach for sunsets but it's not a swimming beach. The shower system was a bit confusing at first. The motel has an outdoor picnic table and seating on the rock sea wall.
The location was great. West Coast people are straight talkers and when you get your head around that the stay is enjoyable. The pub is right on site. There perhaps aren't the same airs and graces of a large city hotel, but in my view this adds to the experience. The rooms were in line with other pub style accommodation I have stayed at.
The instructions for check in were sent nice and early and were very thorough so everything went smoothly. The accommodation is lovely with a really nice "wild" feel with wildlife and vegetation that was really nice. Easy to find, easy to park and although outside Punakaiki, gave easy access to the things there you would want to see.
We truly enjoyed the property, i.e., location fantastic, overall property was wonderful, loved the outdoor deck, and it was a great fit for our three adult group.
Check-in & check-out were very easy! We would definitly recommend this property for anyone visiting Punakaiki!
Lovely unit right on the front of the sea wall where we viewed a amazing sunset very comfortable bed and lovely spacious unit. Bonus it is close to the local hotel where we had a beautiful meal and they were very busy.. We will be back ☺️
A clean and comfortable, quirky cottage located a few minutes drive from the (limited) facilities in Punakaiki. Simply furnished and equipped but it had everything we needed for a couple of nights’ stay while we explored the area.
I had one night in the little S/C cabin & it was cute; right on beachfront with deck facing the sea; all necessary amenities, clean & comfortable. Friendly staff. Walking distance to local tavern & not that far from Pancake Rocks.
The location of this property is superb. It is in a quiet place next to the beach from which you can see the beautiful Punakaiki rocks to the left and other geographical formations to the right.
The hotel is very conveniently located to Pancake Rocks. The food in the restaurant/pub was reasonably priced and quite good. The staff were very friendly and helpful. I felt very welcome.
Location among the Nikau forests, Rustic accommodation with a chilled vibe! The beds were super comfy the best I have slept on at a backpackers! Value for money.
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