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Scenic Hotel Punakaiki

4.0 star property

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Beach nearby, black sand
Deluxe Ocean View Suite - Balcony | View from room
Restaurant
Restaurant
Garden

Reviews

8.6 out of 10
Excellent

Popular amenities

  • Parking included
  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Bar
  • Laundry room

Explore the area

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4237 State Highway 6, Punakaiki, 7873
  • Place, Pancake Rocks
    ‪2 min walk‬
  • Place, Paparoa National Park
    ‪10 min walk‬
  • Place, Punakaiki Beach
    ‪17 min walk‬
  • Airport, Westport (WSZ)
    ‪69 min drive‬

Room options

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Grand Ocean View Room - No Balcony | Desk, laptop workspace, iron/ironing board, free WiFi

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 Wi-Fi

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Beach View Room - Terrace | Desk, laptop workspace, iron/ironing board, free WiFi

Beach View Room - Terrace

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

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Rainforest Room - Balcony | Desk, laptop workspace, iron/ironing board, free WiFi

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 Single Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi

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Deluxe Rainforest Suite - Terrace | Desk, laptop workspace, iron/ironing board, free WiFi

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 Wi-Fi

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Beach View Room - Balcony | View from room

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 Wi-Fi

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Grand Ocean View Room - Balcony | Desk, laptop workspace, iron/ironing board, free WiFi

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 Single Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi

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Deluxe Ocean View Suite - Balcony | View from room

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 Wi-Fi

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Desk, laptop workspace, iron/ironing board, free WiFi

Deluxe Rainforest Suite

  • Sleeps 2
  • Free Wi-Fi

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Desk, laptop workspace, iron/ironing board, free WiFi

Rainforest Room – Balcony

  • Sleeps 3
  • Free Wi-Fi

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Desk, laptop workspace, iron/ironing board, free WiFi

Grand Ocean View Room

  • Sleeps 3
  • Free Wi-Fi

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About this property

Scenic Hotel Punakaiki

This smoke-free hotel features a restaurant, a bar/lounge and laundry facilities. Free WiFi in public areas and free self parking are also provided. Additionally, tour/ticket assistance, a garden and a fireplace at reception are on-site.
Scenic Hotel Punakaiki offers 61 accommodations, which are accessible via exterior corridors and feature coffee/tea makers and a hairdryer. Digital televisions are provided. Bathrooms include a shower and complimentary toiletries.

Guests can surf the web using complimentary wireless Internet access. Business-friendly amenities include desks and telephones. Additionally, rooms include an iron/ironing board and fans. Housekeeping is provided on a daily basis.

The recreational activities listed below are available either on-site or nearby; fees may apply.
Our customers tell us they can't get enough of Scenic Hotel Punakaiki's great location. During your stay, you're just a quick walk from Pancake Rocks. You'll find features such as free WiFi in public areas and free self-parking, plus a restaurant.
  • Free WiFi
  • Free self-parking
  • Grab something to eat at the restaurant or stop for a drink at the bar/lounge
  • Buffet breakfast served daily for a fee
  • Amenities include a front desk safe, laundry facilities and a fireplace at reception
  • On-site recreation includes bicycles to rent
  • Guests have great things to say about the location and the helpful staff
  • Steps from Pancake Rocks and 11 minutes on foot from Paparoa National Park
There's a restaurant on site. You can enjoy a drink at the bar/lounge. Public spaces have free WiFi. Scenic Hotel Punakaiki also features tour/ticket assistance, a garden, and a fireplace in the lobby. Self parking is free.

This 4-star Punakaiki hotel is smoke free.

For a fee, guests can enjoy a buffet breakfast daily from 7:00 AM to 10:00 AM.
Scenic Hotel Punakaiki has a restaurant on site.
Room service (during limited hours) is available.

Property amenities

Internet

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

Parking and transport

  • Free self parking on site
  • Limited on-site self parking
  • 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
  • Smoke-free property

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 per cent 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

  • No pets allowed

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Kids stay free! One child stays free when using existing bedding.

Payment types at the property

Important information

Optional extras

The fees and deposits listed below will be charged at the time of service, check-in, or check-out.

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

This may not be a comprehensive list. Fees and deposits are subject to change and might not include tax.

You need to know

This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business or profession.
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-authorise 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 and terraces, which may not be suitable for children; if you have any concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm that they can accommodate you in a suitable room
The front desk at this property is open daily from 7:00 AM - 9:00 PM.
This property doesn't offer after-hours check-in. Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property.

National rating

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

Property is also known as

Punakaiki Resort
Punakaiki Hotel Punakaiki
Punakaiki Resort
Scenic Hotel Punakaiki Hotel

Scenic Hotel Punakaiki Reviews

Reviews

8.6

Excellent

Rating 10 - Excellent. 405 out of 835 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 285 out of 835 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 109 out of 835 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 22 out of 835 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 14 out of 835 reviews

9.0/10

Cleanliness

8.6/10

Staff & service

8.8/10

Amenities

8.2/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

Verified

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

Alaina

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
All around an amazing place, enjoyed my stay!
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025
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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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10/10 Excellent

Linda

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Hopefully no large tour group is there when you stay!
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Richard

The evening meal (esp the fillet) in the restaurant was very good.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 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

Robin

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great location, top staff and every comfort.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025
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8/10 Good

Megan

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Accommodation had lovely views and the room is great. Only issue was how warm it was! Service and quality of the restaurant was not what we expected and we were a little disappointed.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2026
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10/10 Excellent

William

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
It was great to have direct acces to the beach from our room. We wish we had asked for an upstairs room for a better ocean view. My only complaint is that in the breakfast buffet, my eggs and bacon were cold.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2026
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8/10 Good

Marice

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The room was beautiful.. everything you need
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2026
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8/10 Good

Gregg

Liked: Cleanliness
Great views!
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025
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8/10 Good

SANDRA

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Ocean view room had an exceptional look out. Staff were very friendly, dinner was excellent. Breakfast good. Room comfortable and clean. No air conditioning a bit of an issue.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026
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8/10 Good

Anastasia

Liked: Staff & service
Lovely view and great dinner options!
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025