Main Road, State Highway 6, 7873 Punakaiki, New Zealand
#6 of 16 hotels in Punakaiki
Guests' ChoiceBased on 464 hotel reviews
8.5Cleanliness
9.0
Comfort
9.0
Location
9.6
Facilities
8.7
Staff
9.0
Value for money
8.2
Free WiFi
8.2
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End of dialog contentReviewed: March 19, 2024
Dp
SwitzerlandOcean view A lot of space in the room Walking distance to Punakaiki Pancake Rocks
Stayed in March 2024
Reviewed: March 11, 2024
Ginger
United States of AmericaWe ate in the restaurant and the food was superb. The back of the house has it together but the front of the house could use a little attention. Our server was nice and was trying but there were several significant mistakes that impacted our enjoyment.
Well worth springing for an Ocean View room. Within walking distance of Pancake Rocks.
Stayed in March 2024
Reviewed: March 11, 2024
Liam
United KingdomNeed more blinds, some windows have no blinds so sun comes in, in the morning.
It’s a great place to stay, good location, beautiful location
Stayed in February 2024
Reviewed: March 9, 2024
Ashley
CanadaNothing
Beautiful location! Amazing views! Super spacious!
Stayed in January 2024
Reviewed: March 7, 2024
Christopher
Czech RepublicAll good. The receptionist was a bit upset with us as we arrived late for check in apparently...it seems the check in times on booking.com are outdated so arrive earlier... :-)
Great view of the sea from the balcony. Some comments about the rooms etc being old. We had the seafront one which did seem newer perhaps than the others, which we found very clean and perfectly fine.
Stayed in March 2024
Reviewed: February 24, 2024
Michael
New ZealandThe restaurant is nice enough, the staff that served us were great but the menu was a bit small and slightly underwhelming, as well as a bit on the expensive side! A few more choices for evening meals and bigger portions would get a thumbs up although the quality of the meals were decent enough!
Been here once before, but on this occasion stayed in a room up on the hill with a balcony and an excellent view overlooking the beach! Awesome location in the Punakaiki and not far from local blow holes and other amenities! If you're lucky enough, the sunset on the beach is a must see opportunity. The room is spacious enough, clean and the beds are nice & comfy! I enjoyed my stay, so did my kids and I reckon we'd be keen on coming back!
Stayed in February 2024
Reviewed: February 23, 2024
Amanda
AustraliaOur unit was across the road - can access via a tunnel. Not able to see the beach at all due to overgrown garden. Very close to next door who smoked incessantly on their veranda & the smell would waft in to our unit.
The location very close to Pancake Rocks. Across the road from the beach.
Stayed in February 2024
Reviewed: February 18, 2024
Jeanette
DenmarkDeluxe rooms are situatef uphill away from the main building. Food / service in restaurant are average compared to Price level.
Situated close to the beach and pancake rocks.
Stayed in February 2024
Reviewed: February 9, 2024
Tom
New ZealandAttitude of receptionist and initial room allocated at the back of the kitchen so full of food smells
Wonderful location
Stayed in January 2024
Reviewed: February 8, 2024
Williams
AustraliaNo privacy curtain to see the view from your room only blockout curtains.
Location location
Stayed in February 2024
Reviewed: February 6, 2024
Janice
New ZealandGreat location
Stayed in February 2024
Reviewed: February 4, 2024
Phaniraj
IndiaIt's very good
It's very good
Stayed in January 2024
Reviewed: January 30, 2024
Kathy
AustraliaLoads of spiders / bugs in the room.
Right on the beach, Dinner was fabulous would highly recommend booking if you are here. Extremely close to pancake rocks. (walk or drive)
Stayed in December 2023
Reviewed: January 26, 2024
Andy
ThailandThe room heating was slow, and the bathroom heater did not work as a heater only as an air bliwer. So overall, it was a bit cold @ nights.
The view was stunning from the balcony
Stayed in January 2024
Reviewed: January 25, 2024
Jane
United KingdomNothing
Very efficient welcome at reception with option to view rooms available. The ocean is quite spectacular and dramatic, it’s a great base to explore.
Stayed in January 2024
Reviewed: January 14, 2024
Hafsa
New ZealandWe struggled to find good food - the restaurant food was pretty average for the prices.
We loved the location and view from our room. It was just incredible.
Stayed in December 2023
Reviewed: January 14, 2024
Fang
New ZealandNo body wash in the Shower box
Close to the beach and pancake rock
Stayed in January 2024
Reviewed: January 12, 2024
Cindy
United States of AmericaSlightly dated
Great location! Can walk to Pancake Rocks!
Stayed in January 2024
Reviewed: January 10, 2024
Sabrina
MalaysiaWe loved the location by the beachfront. It was walking distance to the pancake rocks / sightseeing, we had lovely view over the beach + The restaurant had a great view to watch the sunset while you dine there. Staff was very helpful and friendly. Room was a good size for couple/ family, spacious. Highly recommend and we would come back again
Stayed in December 2023
Reviewed: January 9, 2024
Gary
New ZealandMake sure you make a reservation for dinner when you check in especially if travelling with children, just in case you aren’t prompted.
Perched on the beach the access to the surrounding environment is great. The menu in the restaurant is reflective of the rustic nature of the area.
Stayed in January 2024
Reviewed: January 8, 2024
Laura
Australianothing to dislike
Rooms are spacious and comfortable. Sitting on the balcony looking out at the beach was lovely, so too was falling asleep to the sound of the ocean. Highly recommend.
Stayed in December 2023
Reviewed: January 7, 2024
Judith
United KingdomLovely location, very nice room and view, very helpful staff.
Stayed in January 2024
Reviewed: January 6, 2024
Tash
New ZealandIncorrect image of room.
Our room did.m not have a view as advertised. Staff moved us rooms on the second night when one became available.
Stayed in January 2024
Reviewed: January 6, 2024
Jackie
New ZealandNothing
Everything
Stayed in December 2023
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