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Punakaiki Beach Camp

2.0 star property
Beachfront campground in Punakaiki with free parking

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Take advantage of a terrace, a garden, and laundry facilities at Punakaiki Beach Camp. Stay connected with free WiFi in public areas.

Reviews

8.4 out of 10
Very good

Popular amenities

  • Barbecue grill
  • Outdoor Space
  • Parking included
  • Laundry
  • Free WiFi

Room options

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Family room with shared Bathroom | Terrace/patio

Family room with shared Bathroom

Highlights

Heating
Refrigerator
Shared/communal kitchen
  • 14 sq m
  • Sleeps 6
  • 1 Queen Bed and 2 Twin Bunk Beds

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Room

Standard Room with Shared Bathroom

Highlights

Heating
Refrigerator
Shared/communal kitchen
  • 12 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Twin Bunk Bed and 1 Queen Bed

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Kitchen cabin with Shared Bathroom

Kitchen cabin with Shared Bathroom

Highlights

Heating
Kitchen
Refrigerator
Shared/communal kitchen
Electric kettle
Toaster
Stovetop
Cookware/dishes/utensils
  • 12 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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Double room with Shared Bathroom

Double room with Shared Bathroom

Highlights

Heating
Refrigerator
Shared/communal kitchen
Electric kettle
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

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Quad room with Shared Bathroom | Mountain view

Quad room with Shared Bathroom

Highlights

Heating
Refrigerator
Shared/communal kitchen
Electric kettle
  • 10 sq m
  • Mountain view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Twin Bunk Beds

About the neighborhood

Map
5 Owen Street, Punakaiki, 7873

What's nearby

  • Punakaiki Beach - 2 min walk - 0.1 miles
  • Pororari River Track - 5 min walk - 0.3 miles
  • Pancake Rocks - 12 min walk - 0.7 miles
  • Paparoa National Park - 18 min walk - 1.0 mile
  • Punakaiki Pancake Rocks and Blowholes - 20 min walk - 1.1 miles

Getting around

  • Westport (WSZ) - 60 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Pancake Rocks Cafe - ‬14 min walk
  • ‪Jacobs - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Punakaiki Tavern - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪Punakaiki Beach Hut - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Bach Espresso - ‬13 min walk

About this property

Punakaiki Beach Camp

Beachfront campground in Punakaiki with free parking
Along with laundry facilities, this smoke-free campground has a garden and barbecue grills. Free WiFi in public areas and free self parking are also provided. Accommodations offer refrigerators and showers.
Punakaiki Beach Camp offers 15 accommodations. Guests have access to shared bathrooms. Bathrooms include showers.
The recreational activities listed below are available either on site or nearby; fees may apply.

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Property amenities

Beach

  • On a black sand beach

Internet

  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

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

Food and drink

  • Refrigerator

Bathroom

  • Shared bathroom
  • Shower

Outdoor areas

  • Barbecue grill
  • Garden
  • Terrace

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities

Comfort

  • Heating

Pets

  • Service animals only (pets not allowed)

Suitability/Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • No elevator
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible lounge
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk
  • Smoking not allowed

Services and conveniences

  • Limited-hour front desk
  • Luggage storage

Location highlights

  • In a national park

Things to do

  • Hiking/biking trails nearby
  • Horseback riding nearby
  • Mountain biking nearby
  • Mountain climbing nearby
  • Rock climbing nearby
  • Spelunking nearby

Safety features

  • Carbon monoxide detector not reported (host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector)
  • Smoke detector (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property)
  • Fire extinguisher

General

  • 15 units
  • Garden

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; Check-in end time: 8:30 PM
Contactless check-in available
Late check-in subject to availability
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 10:00 AM
Contactless check-out available

Special check-in instructions

The front desk is open daily from 8:00 AM - 8:30 PM
The check-in location differs from the property location; go to: [Punakaiki Beach Camp, 5 Owen Street, Punakaiki.]
Front desk staffed during limited hours

Access methods

Front desk (limited hours)

Pets

Pets not allowed (service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees)

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
Rollaway/extra beds are not available
Cribs (infant beds) are not available

Property payment types

Important information

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card, or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
This property accepts credit cards, debit cards, and cash
Host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector with you on the trip
Host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher

We should mention

This property does not have elevators

National rating

For the benefit of our customers, we have provided a rating based on our rating system.

Property is also known as

Punakaiki Beach Camp Campsite
Punakaiki Beach Camp Punakaiki
Punakaiki Beach Camp Campsite Punakaiki

Frequently asked questions

Is Punakaiki Beach Camp pet-friendly?

No, only service animals are welcome at the property.

How much is parking at Punakaiki Beach Camp?

Self parking is free at this property.

What time is check-in at Punakaiki Beach Camp?

Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; Check-in end time: 8:30 PM. Late check-in is available during limited hours.

What time is check-out at Punakaiki Beach Camp?

Check-out is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Punakaiki Beach Camp located?

Situated on the beach, this campground is within a 5-minute walk of Punakaiki Beach and Pororari River Track. Pancake Rocks and Paparoa National Park are also within 1 mi (2 km).

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Punakaiki Beach Camp Reviews

Reviews

8.4

Very Good

Rating 10 - Excellent. 25 out of 52 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 18 out of 52 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 2 out of 52 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 4 out of 52 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 3 out of 52 reviews

8.6/10

Cleanliness

7.6/10

Amenities

8.2/10

Property conditions & facilities

8.4/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Todd

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
The place is beautifully presented and the staff are extremely welcoming and helpful we had a lovely stay and will definitely consider staying here again in the future.
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

8/10 Good

Angela

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
Beautiful location for outdoor adventure.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025

8/10 Good

Nicola

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, communication
The campground is a bit older, but very clean. The staff were friendly and helpful, making my stay enjoyable. A wonderful getaway surrounded by nature!
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Tatum

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
Amazing location right on the beach and 10 minute walking to Pancake Rocks! Cabin was great with a small fridge and kettle, and had a nice private deck to sit out on. The shared kitchen was really helpful and the camp provided all the cooking supplies we needed!

10/10 Excellent

Adam

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
Beautiful spot. Right on the beach. Quiet with good camp facilities
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2023

10/10 Excellent

Philip

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
Convenient location to Pancake rocks after we had travelled over Arthurs Pass. Council Caravan Park & our room was clean / tidy with all we required for one night. Lady at the desk was friendly & helpful.

8/10 Good

ZOLTAN

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, communication
This place has only one area access to the wifi. Otherwise it was a nice & beautiful place.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Benjamin

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
the location was excellent and so close to the beach which was fantastic i loved the hiking close by and it was great having a food stall in the campground ive never seen that anywhere before, my only dislike if you had to by food at the shop at reception i thought it was quite expensive but it was needed
Stayed 5 nights in Jan 2023

2/10 Terrible

Diane

Disliked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
The cabin we stayed in had a very strong musty odour in the bedroom. We tried to sleep with all the windows open to alleviate the noxious smell. Ended up leaving at 0330 in the morning because the smell was so terrible! The beach was lovely!
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

8/10 Good

Frances

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, communication
Cute little basic cabins. Not too far from amenities. Linen was provided which we thought wasn’t so brought our own.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2025

2/10 Terrible

Michelle

Disliked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
If I could give zero stars that is what I’d give it. Turned up to retrieve key for a cabin and the reception boy had a didn’t care attitude, then went to cabin to find it absolutely stunk of cat pee , to which I returned the key and complained and was put into another cabin which at least didn’t stink, then during the night it teemed down and there was no water direction and had to walk through a stream of water everywhere you went so couldn’t use the facilities.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

6/10 Okay

Petra

Liked: Cleanliness
Disliked: Amenities
The location is sensational. But the campsite is pretty run down. The kitchen is the worst equipped I have ever seen. And also the laundry facilities were nothing I would want to wash or dry my clothes in. Our cabin was ok with a little fridge that was great. But everything was quite damp. All in all, I wouldn't go there again even though the location is beautiful.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

4/10 Poor

Claire-Isabelle

Liked: Amenities, communication
Disliked: Property conditions & facilities
Les douches étaient très propres mais le logement et la literie très très moyens. Les photos de la publicité sont assez mensongères
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Lawrence

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, communication
Great little spot. We loved it.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Inge

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
What a beautiful spot! We were in the riverside cabin, absolutely stunning! Beautiful 360° views from the campsite and just a quick stroll to get to the beach. Kayaks and paddle boards also nearby to rent for the river. Punakaiki is just a special place, sunshine or rain.
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2025

6/10 Okay

David

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, communication
Good position, cabin extremely small. No flyscreens and room filled with biting sandflies.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2025

8/10 Good

barbara

Liked: Cleanliness, room comfort, communication

Ottima soluzione per le Pamcake Rocks

Ho trovato la strutturamolto pulita. Il cottage molto piccolo. Il letto non molto comodo. La posizione ottima . Pochi bagni e poche docce rispetto al numero degli utenti.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2025

8/10 Good

Jono

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, communication
Easy access to beach and river for the little ones, mostly sand which was great. Cabin with two bunks was almost too warm overnight with 2 adults and 2 children though. Friendly, helpful staff.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2025

4/10 Poor

Suresh

Liked: Communication
Disliked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Floor had sand, linen had hairs, no towels were provided.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2024

8/10 Good

Sally

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Bonus of food cart with whitebait fritters after 3pm. Cabins had tea and coffee but no milk. No supermarket in Punakaiki so bring food if you want to use kitchen in cabin.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Tessa

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
Cute little cabin, waking distant to beach
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

VINITA

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
Calm and quiet place with beach less than a three minute walk.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Kate

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
Great little spot for exploring the area! Lovely cabin & great communal areas. Would recommend & love to stay again
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Cynthia

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
Thankful for the option of a small cabin, as all the motels in the area were fully booked. Also, the coffee/eats/ice cream cart was wonderful. Really enjoyed the easy access to the beach!
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2024

8/10 Good

Samantha

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, communication
Unique stay, room is basic, pillows aren’t great. Wonderful atmosphere. Towels aren’t provided but front desk was nice and gave us some.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2024

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