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Scenic Hotel Punakaiki

4.0 star property
Travelers enjoy nature's beauty, relax with drinks by the fireplace, cycle scenic routes, or start the day with a buffet breakfast before exploring.

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A modern building with large windows and a stone pathway leading to it, situated on a pebbled beach with driftwood in the foreground. - Scenic Hotel Punakaiki (Punakaiki)
A spacious lounge area with a stone fireplace, large windows offering ocean views, and comfortable seating arrangements. - Scenic Hotel Punakaiki (Punakaiki)
A room with large windows overlooking a beach, a table with chairs, and a potted plant. - Scenic Hotel Punakaiki (Punakaiki)
A coastal resort with beachfront villas, a road leading to the beach, and lush greenery. - Scenic Hotel Punakaiki (Punakaiki)
A covered outdoor seating area with tables and chairs, overlooking a beach and ocean. - Scenic Hotel Punakaiki (Punakaiki)
The eco-friendly Scenic Hotel Punakaiki, near the bay, is perfect for exploring nature reserves. Guests can relax by the lobby fireplace, rent bikes for coastal rides, enjoy free in-room WiFi, and dine at the on-site restaurant and bar. Visitors love the helpful staff.

Reviews

8.6 out of 10
Excellent

Popular amenities

  • Free WiFi
  • Bar
  • Laundry

Room options

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View all photos for Rainforest Room - Balcony

A hotel room with two beds, a desk, a chair, a TV, and a small kitchenette.

Rainforest Room - Balcony

  • Sleeps 3
  • Free WiFi

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A hotel room with two beds, a desk with a TV, a mirror, and a painting on the wall.

Beach View Room - Balcony

  • Sleeps 4
  • Free WiFi

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A hotel room with two beds, a desk, a television, and a large window offering a view.

Beach View Room - Terrace

  • Sleeps 4
  • Free WiFi

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

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

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
  • Free WiFi

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
(12 reviews)
  • Partial ocean view
  • 32 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Queen Bed and 1 Twin Bed
  • Free WiFi

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
  • Free WiFi

View all photos for Beach View Room - Balcony

A wooden building with a balcony overlooking a beach.

Beach View Room - Balcony

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

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
  • Free WiFi

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
(16 reviews)
  • Bay view
  • 39 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free WiFi

About the neighborhood

Located in Punakaiki, Scenic Hotel Punakaiki is near the beach. Mitchell’s Gully Gold Mine and Mitchells Gully Gold Mine are local landmarks, and the area's natural beauty can be seen at Paparoa National Park and Pancake Rocks. Discover the area's water adventures with kayaking and fishing nearby, or enjoy the great outdoors with horse riding and hiking/biking trails. Visit our Punakaiki travel guide
Map
4237 State Highway 6, Punakaiki, 7873

What's nearby

  • A coastal landscape with prominent rock formations and the ocean.
    Pancake Rocks
    2 min walk - 0.1 miles
  • A coastal landscape with prominent rock formations and the ocean.
    Paparoa National Park
    3 min walk - 0.2 miles
  • A calm river with a rocky shoreline, a bridge, and a forested mountain in the background.
    Pororari River Track
    2 min drive - 1.4 miles
  • Punakaiki Pancake Rocks and Blowholes
    12 min walk - 0.6 miles
  • Punakaiki Beach
    17 min walk - 0.9 miles

Getting around

  • Westport (WSZ)
    65 min drive

Restaurants

  • Pancake Rocks Cafe
    8 min walk
  • Punakaiki Tavern
    3 min drive
  • Bach Espresso
    8 min walk
  • OceanView Restaurant & Bar
    1 min walk
  • Ocean View Retreat
    1 min walk

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

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

Food and drink

  • Daily buffet breakfast available 7:00 AM to 10:00 AM for a fee: NZD 35 per person
  • A bar/lounge
  • A restaurant

Things to do

  • Bicycle rentals
  • TV in common areas

Family friendly

  • In-room refrigerator
  • Laundry facilities

Conveniences

  • Laundry facilities
  • Limited-hour front desk
  • Luggage storage
  • Safe at front desk

Guest services

  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Tour and ticket assistance

Outdoors

  • Direct access to the beach
  • Garden
  • In a nature reserve

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • 3 accessible parking spaces
  • High-pile carpet in room
  • Smooth flooring in room
  • Stair-free path to entrance
  • Tile flooring in room
  • Upper floors accessible by stairs only
  • Well-lit path to entrance
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking

More

  • Banquet hall
  • Fireplace in lobby
  • Smoking not allowed

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

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

Entertainment

  • TV with digital channels

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Electric kettle
  • Limited room service
  • Refrigerator

More

  • Access via exterior corridors
  • Desk
  • Fan
  • Heating
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Laptop workspace
  • Phone

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 2 PM; Check-in end time: 9:00 PM

Check-out

Check-out before 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

Access methods

Front desk (limited hours)

Pets

Pets not allowed

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome

Property payment types

Important information

Optional extras

  • Fee for buffet breakfast: approximately NZD 35.00 per person
  • Credit card charges are subject to a surcharge of 1.5 percent

The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may not include tax and are subject to change.

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
This property reserves the right to pre-authorize the guest's credit card prior to arrival.
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher
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

We should mention

This property does not have elevators

Property class

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

Frequently asked questions

Is Scenic Hotel Punakaiki pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much is parking?

Self parking is free at this property.

What time is check-in at Scenic Hotel Punakaiki?

Check-in start time: 2 PM; Check-in end time: 9:00 PM. After-hours check-in is not available.

What time is check-out at Scenic Hotel Punakaiki?

Check-out is at 10 AM.

Where is Scenic Hotel Punakaiki located?

Offering direct access to the beach, this Punakaiki hotel is within a 5-minute walk of Pancake Rocks and Paparoa National Park. Punakaiki Beach and Punakaiki Pancake Rocks and Blowholes are also within 1 mi (2 km).

Can I cancel my reservation for free and receive a full refund?

Yes, this property offers free cancellation on select room rates, because flexibility matters! Please refer to the property cancellation policy on our site for more details about any exclusions or requirements.

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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
Rating 10 - Excellent. 410 out of 846 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 290 out of 846 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 109 out of 846 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 23 out of 846 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 14 out of 846 reviews

Reviews

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10/10 Excellent

Kaye

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
One night stay, a perfect location, lovely room and lovely restaurant meals.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Stella

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Clean room, great view, restaurant amazing
Stayed 1 night in May 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Michael

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Beautiful hotel.Beautiful location.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Craig

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
My second time staying and i will be back. Had a king room with the best view - loved it
Stayed 1 night in May 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Mohammed

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
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.
Stayed 1 night in May 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Abbas S

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great location and room.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Richard

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Beautiful views from the room and great location. The grounds were beautiful as well and trails easy to access and walk .
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Gayla

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Comfortable bed with nice ocean views, on site restaurant is very lovely.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Sandy

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
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.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Hohepa

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Great stay, fast check in. no issues.
Stayed 1 night in May 2026
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8/10 Good

Naomi

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Clean & tidy room. Beautiful view. Attentive staff. Delicious dinner. Highly recommend.
Stayed 1 night in May 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Peter

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Lovely view from the room, helpful professional staff. Wonderful setting with fascinating local attractions: pancake rocks.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Patricia

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Clean and friendly staff…great food
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Joao

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great amenities and restaurant
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Komalkirti

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Beautiful location and great views
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Craig

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities
Clean room with great view and alll the amenities were perfect.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Balthazar

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Excellent room, excellent bar and restaurant, great staff and fantastic location.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Judy and Jerry

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
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!
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2026
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10/10 Excellent

shannon

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
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.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Diane

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
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.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Vickie

I'm so pleased that we booked this hotel. The staff were helpful and friendly, the breakfast was varied and delicious, and the room was clean. We explored the beach and had it all to ourselves. Absolutely lovely!
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Heidi

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Best view and sleep. Comfortable beds. Food was good not great service. Location is perfect for pancake rocks and hikes.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2026
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8/10 Good

Gareth

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Clean room, very friendly staff. Close to a five star
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Robert

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Yes, rolling waves with a wide view-great room. Staff was very helpful-showed us a tunnel leading to rain forest and avoiding walking on highway.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Lyndal

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Loved out stay here, our room was right on the beach.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2024