Scenic Hotel Punakaiki

Property class: 4
Punakaiki beach hotel with restaurant and bar/lounge

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When visiting Punakaiki, Scenic Hotel Punakaiki is a great choice to consider. You can unwind with a drink at the bar/lounge, and the restaurant is the perfect spot to grab a bite to eat. Fellow travelers love the helpful staff and location.

Reviews

8.6 out of 10
Excellent

Popular amenities

  • Free parking
  • Free WiFi
  • Bar
  • Laundry facilities
  • Non-smoking

Main amenities (12)

  • Daily housekeeping
  • Near the beach
  • Restaurant and bar/lounge
  • Breakfast available
  • Room service
  • Garden
  • Lobby fireplace
  • Front-desk safe
  • Self-serve laundry
  • Luggage storage
  • Limited hour front desk
  • Tour/ticket assistance

Feel at home (6)

  • Refrigerator
  • Private bathroom
  • Television
  • Garden
  • Daily housekeeping
  • Laundry facilities
The current price is $97
$111 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 27 - Oct 28

Room options

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View all photos for Grand Ocean View Room - No Balcony

A hotel room with two beds, a desk with a TV, a chair, a lamp, and a view of the beach.

Grand Ocean View Room - No Balcony

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
(4 reviews)
  • Sea view
  • 32 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

View all photos for Beach View Room - Terrace

A hotel room with two beds, a desk, a television, and a view of the outdoors.

Beach View Room - Terrace

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(11 reviews)
  • Beach view
  • 32 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

View all photos for Rainforest Room - Balcony

A balcony with a chair, a table, and a view of the outdoors.

Rainforest Room - Balcony

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(14 reviews)
  • Partial ocean view
  • 32 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Queen Bed and 1 Twin Bed

View all photos for Deluxe Rainforest Suite - Terrace

A hotel room with a large bed, a desk with a chair, a small sofa, and a large window with a view of trees.

Deluxe Rainforest Suite - Terrace

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(5 reviews)
  • Garden view
  • 39 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

View all photos for Beach View Room - Balcony

A wooden building with a balcony overlooking a beach.

Beach View Room - Balcony

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful
(9 reviews)
  • Beach view
  • 32 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

View all photos for Grand Ocean View Room - Balcony

A hotel room with two beds, a balcony with a table and chairs, and a view of the ocean.

Grand Ocean View Room - Balcony

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
(12 reviews)
  • Sea view
  • 32 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Queen Bed and 1 Twin Bed

View all photos for Deluxe Ocean View Suite - Balcony

A wooden balcony with a view of the ocean and palm trees.

Deluxe Ocean View Suite - Balcony

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(17 reviews)
  • Bay view
  • 39 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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About the neighborhood

Map
4237 State Highway 6, Punakaiki, 7873

What's nearby

  • Pancake Rocks - 2 min walk - 0.2 km
  • Paparoa National Park - 3 min walk - 0.3 km
  • Punakaiki Visitor Centre - 3 min walk - 0.3 km
  • Punakaiki Pancake Rocks and Blowholes - 12 min walk - 1.0 km
  • Punakaiki Beach - 17 min walk - 1.4 km

Getting around

  • Westport (WSZ) - 65 min drive
  • Hokitika (HKK) - 74 min drive
  • Christchurch International Airport (CHC) - 112.7 miles/181.4 km

Restaurants

  • ‪Punakaiki Tavern - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪OceanView Restaurant & Bar - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪Pancake Rocks Cafe - ‬8 min walk
  • ‪Punakaiki Beach Hut - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪Jacobs - ‬1 min walk

About this property

Scenic Hotel Punakaiki

  • When visiting Punakaiki, Scenic Hotel Punakaiki is a great choice to consider. You can unwind with a drink at the bar/lounge, and the restaurant is the perfect spot to grab a bite to eat. Fellow travelers love the helpful staff and location.

At a glance

Hotel size

    • 61 rooms

Arriving/Leaving

    • Check-in start time: 2 PM; Check-in end time: 9:00 PM
    • Check-out time is 10 AM

Special check-in instructions

    • The property charges 1.5 percent for credit card payments
    • The front desk is open daily from 7:00 AM - 9:00 PM
    • Front desk staffed during limited hours
    • This property doesn't offer after-hours check-in
    • Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Required at check-in

    • Credit card, debit card, or cash deposit required for incidental charges
    • Government-issued photo ID may be required

Children

    • One child stays free when occupying the parent or guardian's room, using existing bedding

Pets

    • Pets not allowed

Internet

    • Free WiFi in public areas
    • Free WiFi in rooms

Parking

    • Free onsite self parking
    • Wheelchair-accessible parking on site

Other information

    • Smoke-free property

Property amenities

Food and drink

  • Buffet breakfast (surcharge) each morning 7:00 AM–10:00 AM
  • Restaurant
  • Bar/lounge
  • Room service (limited hours)

What to do

  • Beach access
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby
  • Horse riding nearby
  • Kayaking nearby
  • Fishing nearby

Services

  • Front desk (limited hours)
  • Tour/ticket assistance
  • Laundry facilities
  • Luggage storage
  • Bicycle rentals

Facilities

  • Safe-deposit box at front desk
  • Garden
  • Fireplace in lobby
  • Television in common areas
  • Bicycle parking
  • Banquet hall

Accessibility

  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • 3 on-site accessible parking spaces
  • Upper floors accessible by stairs only
  • Well-lit path to entrance
  • Stair-free path to entrance
  • Smooth flooring in room
  • Tile flooring in room
  • High pile carpet in room

Room amenities

Be entertained

  • Television
  • Digital TV channels

Home comfort

  • Heating
  • Fan
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Electric kettle
  • Iron/ironing board

Sleep well

  • Bed sheets provided

Freshen up

  • Private bathroom
  • Shower only
  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Towels

Stay connected

  • Desk
  • Free WiFi
  • Phone

Food and drink

  • Refrigerator

More

  • Daily housekeeping
  • Access via exterior corridors

Special features

Awards and affiliations

Sustainability Certifications
This property is certified by this third-party sustainability certification scheme: Qualmark Sustainable Tourism Business Award. For more information on what this certification requires and verifies, please visit their website.

Fees & policies

Optional extras

  • Buffet breakfast is offered for an extra charge of approximately NZD 35.00 per person
  • Credit card charges are subject to an extra charge of 1.5 percent

Policies

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy.
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children. If you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room.
This property does not have elevators.
Guests can rest easy knowing there's a fire extinguisher on site.
This property accepts credit cards, debit cards and cash.
Credit cards accepted: Visa, Mastercard
This property reserves the right to pre-authorize the guest's credit card prior to arrival.

Property class

Rating provided by Qualmark®, source of official star ratings for accommodation in New Zealand.

Also known as

Punakaiki Resort
Punakaiki Hotel Punakaiki
Punakaiki Resort
Scenic Hotel Punakaiki Hotel

Frequently asked questions

Does Scenic Hotel Punakaiki offer free cancellation for a full refund?

Yes, Scenic Hotel Punakaiki does have fully refundable room rates available to book on our site. If you’ve booked a fully refundable room rate, this can be cancelled up to a few days before check-in depending on the property's cancellation policy. Just make sure to check this property's cancellation policy for the exact terms and conditions.

Are pets allowed at Scenic Hotel Punakaiki?

Sorry, pets aren't allowed.

Is parking offered on site at Scenic Hotel Punakaiki?

Yes, there's free self parking.

What are the check-in and check-out times at Scenic Hotel Punakaiki?

Check-in start time: 2 PM; Check-in end time: 9:00 PM. Check-out time is 10 AM.

What is there to do at Scenic Hotel Punakaiki and nearby?

Have fun with nearby activities like fishing, hiking, and horseback riding. Scenic Hotel Punakaiki also has a garden.

Are there restaurants at or near Scenic Hotel Punakaiki?

Yes, there's an onsite restaurant.

What's the area around Scenic Hotel Punakaiki like?

Scenic Hotel Punakaiki is a short 2-minute walk from Pancake Rocks and 3 minutes' walk from Paparoa National Park. Travelers say that the hotel is in a great location.

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Reviews

Scenic Hotel Punakaiki Reviews

8.6

Excellent

9.0

Cleanliness

9.0

Location

8.6

Staff & service

8.4

Property conditions & facilities

Guest review summary

What guests liked

  • The restaurant served delicious meals with excellent service and beautiful presentation. (46 reviews)
  • The hotel's beach location offers stunning views, easy access, and a lovely spot for a walk. (22 reviews)
  • Breakfast was delicious and varied with many options, including cooked-to-order meals and fresh fruits. (13 reviews)
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10/10 Exceptional

Clean stay, excellent food at the restaurant, very friendly and accommodating staff!
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10/10 Exceptional

Brilliant hotel. Amazing friendly and helpful staff. Highly recommended
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10/10 Exceptional

Clean room, great view, restaurant amazing
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10/10 Exceptional

Beautiful hotel.Beautiful location.
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10/10 Exceptional

My second time staying and i will be back. Had a king room with the best view - loved it
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10/10 Exceptional

Comfortable bed with nice ocean views, on site restaurant is very lovely.
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10/10 Exceptional

Great location and room.
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10/10 Exceptional

Beautiful views from the room and great location. The grounds were beautiful as well and trails easy to access and walk .
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10/10 Exceptional

The property was excellent for the price we paid. It was clean and tidy. Having a restaurant on site was fabulous. Definitely would stay here again.
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10/10 Exceptional

Fantastic location with beach and rainforest walks. Amazing room and view of the sea. Dinner at the restaurant was one of the best of our trip. Staff were lovely and helpful. Would definitely return.
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10/10 Exceptional

Clean and friendly staff…great food
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10/10 Exceptional

Great amenities and restaurant
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10/10 Exceptional

Such a lovely stay. Staff were friendly and helpful. Our unit was very clean. Breakfast was delicious. Definitely recommend and will stay again soon I hope. Loved it. Beautiful location.
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10/10 Exceptional

Excellent room, excellent bar and restaurant, great staff and fantastic location.
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10/10 Exceptional

Beautiful location and great views
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8/10 Very good

The access was really bad but the room itself was good.
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10/10 Exceptional

Great stay, fast check in. no issues.
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10/10 Exceptional

Clean room with great view and alll the amenities were perfect.
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10/10 Exceptional

Lovely view from the room, helpful professional staff. Wonderful setting with fascinating local attractions: pancake rocks.
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8/10 Very good

Clean & tidy room. Beautiful view. Attentive staff. Delicious dinner. Highly recommend.
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10/10 Exceptional

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!
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8/10 Very good

Nice, comfortable room. Staff is friendly but not always around so requires looking for them at times. As the name suggests, the view from the room was beautiful, overlooking the ocean. Nice to have a bar on site as well.
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10/10 Exceptional

Loved out stay here, our room was right on the beach.
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10/10 Exceptional

Room had an ocean view and it was restful hearing the sea at night. Every thing was lovely and clean, and the staff were polite and friendly.
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10/10 Exceptional

A beautiful location with wonderful staff. Right on the beach and a short walk to the rock formations. Rooms were very comfortable and it was lovely to sleep with the sound of the waves. Has a laundry room for those who have been on the road a while. I would definitely return.