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Scenic Hotel Punakaiki

4.0 star property
Beach hotel in Punakaiki with restaurant and bar/lounge

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Restaurant
Desk, laptop workspace, iron/ironing board, free WiFi
Exterior
Front of property
Property amenity

Reviews

8.4 out of 10
Very good
Nestled near the bay, Scenic Hotel Punakaiki offers an upscale eco-friendly haven. Unwind by the fireplace in the lobby or explore nature reserves nearby while cycling and taking advantage of bike rentals. With free in-room WiFi, a bar, restaurant and helpful staff previous guests have loved their stay.

Popular amenities

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

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 ₹7,652
₹8,800 total
includes taxes & fees
18 May - 19 May

Room options

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

Beach View Room - Balcony

Highlights

Balcony
Heating
Refrigerator
TV
Fan
Private bathroom
Hair dryer
Coffee/tea maker
  • 32 sq m
  • Beach view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

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

Rainforest Room - Balcony

Highlights

Balcony
Heating
Free cribs/infant beds
Refrigerator
TV
Fan
Private bathroom
Hair dryer
  • 32 sq m
  • Partial ocean view
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Queen Bed and 1 Twin Bed

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

Beach View Room - Terrace

Highlights

Patio
Heating
Free cribs/infant beds
Refrigerator
TV
Fan
Private bathroom
Hair dryer
  • 32 sq m
  • Beach view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

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

Grand Ocean View Room - Balcony

Highlights

Balcony
Heating
Free cribs/infant beds
Refrigerator
TV
Fan
Private bathroom
Hair dryer
  • 32 sq m
  • Sea view
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Queen Bed and 1 Twin Bed

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

Deluxe Rainforest Suite - Terrace

Highlights

Patio
Heating
Refrigerator
TV
Fan
Private bathroom
Hair dryer
Microwave
  • 39 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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

Grand Ocean View Room - No Balcony

Highlights

Heating
Free cribs/infant beds
Refrigerator
TV
Fan
Private bathroom
Hair dryer
Coffee/tea maker
  • 32 sq m
  • Sea view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

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Deluxe Ocean View Suite - Balcony

Highlights

Balcony
Heating
Refrigerator
TV
Fan
Private bathroom
Hair dryer
Microwave
  • 39 sq m
  • Bay view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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

Deluxe Rainforest Suite

  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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

Deluxe Ocean View Suite

  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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

Grand Ocean View Room

  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Twin Bed and 1 Queen Bed

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

Rainforest Room – Balcony

  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Queen Bed and 1 Twin Bed

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

Beach View Room – Balcony

  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

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

Beach View Room – Terrace

  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

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

Grand Ocean View Room – Balcony

  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Twin Bed and 1 Queen Bed

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About the area

Map
4237 State Highway 6, Punakaiki, 7873

What's nearby

  • Pancake Rocks - 2 min walk - 0.2 km
  • Paparoa National Park - 11 min walk - 0.9 km
  • Punakaiki Pancake Rocks and Blowholes - 12 min walk - 1.1 km
  • Punakaiki Beach - 18 min walk - 1.5 km
  • Pororari River Track - 3 min drive - 2.2 km

Getting around

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

Restaurants

  • ‪Pancake Rocks Cafe - ‬7 min walk
  • ‪Punakaiki Crafts & Cafe - ‬7 min walk
  • ‪Wild Coast Cafe - ‬9 min walk
  • ‪Wild Coast Cafe - ‬4 min drive

About this property

Scenic Hotel Punakaiki

Enjoy your visit to Punakaiki with a stay at Scenic Hotel Punakaiki. 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.

Languages

English

At a glance

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Hotel size

    • 61 rooms
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Arriving/Leaving

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

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

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

    • Pets not allowed
WIFI

Internet

    • Free WiFi in public areas
    • Free WiFi in rooms
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Parking

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

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

Eco-Certified Property
This property participates in Qualmark Sustainable Tourism Business Award, a program that measures the property's impact on one or more of the following: environment, community, cultural-heritage, the local economy.

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

This property does not have elevators.
This property accepts major 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.

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 hiking, horseback riding, and kayaking. 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 11 minutes' walk from Paparoa National Park. Travelers say that the hotel is in a great location.

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Scenic Hotel Punakaiki Reviews

Reviews

8.4

Very good

8.8/10

Cleanliness

8.4/10

Staff & service

8.6/10

Amenities

8.2/10

Property conditions & facilities

8.6/10

Eco-friendliness

Popular mentions

Room
Beach
Service staff
View
Restaurant
Location
Sunsets
Food
Ocean view
Balcony

What guests liked

  • The property's beach location offers stunning views, easy access, and a beautiful setting for a relaxing stay. (17 reviews)
  • The restaurant offered great dining options with excellent meals and stunning views. (3 reviews)
From real guest reviews summarized by AI.

Reviews

8/10 Very good

Nice stay

Nice ocean view
S J, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Loved it

Amazing place
Steven, 2-night trip

8/10 Very good

Nice place to stay on the west coast

Great location on the beach, restaurant very good and room comfortable.
Dirk, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Great view!

Scenic Hotel Punakaiki was truly scenic! Right on the beach. We had a lovely stay. The restaurant was excellent.
Cheryl, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

We had a pleasant stay here with views onto the beach. Staff were friendly and helpful and it is close to the Pancake rocks.
Alan, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Beautiful large room, great views, nice walking paths to dining
pamela, 1-night trip

8/10 Very good

A beautiful property and location for a get away. The scenery is breathtaking with the property located well to take advantage and the beach a lovely spot for a walk.
Dayle, 3-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Loved out stay here, our room was right on the beach.
Lyndal, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Great location
Jiping, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Awesome location. Excellent dinner watching the sunset . Staff very helpful and friendly
Clare, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Beautiful ocean view from our very comfortable and well appointed suite. The restaurant food was very good.
Joanna, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

The peace and quiet was great, with easy access to beach and café nearby.
Russel, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Overnight stay

It was amazing, views were fantastic. Only thing is aircon would have been nice
andrew, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

it was a good stop over lots of cool walks along the beach. Work trip so needed a middle point restaurant was very accommodating to allergies and staff were very friendly
Jarrad, 2-night trip

8/10 Very good

We liked the easy walk to the beach and pancake rocks. The room was very nice, comfortable, and had a nice view.
Ronald, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Enjoyable stay

Great stay with lovely views from our room.
Michelle, 1-night trip

8/10 Very good

Great food lovely views . Enjoyable stay
Monique, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Loved this property and ocean front. Front staff was excellent & helpful.
George, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Great location near the beach which is easily walkable. Pancake rocks is right up the road and walkable as well. A few food options in area, no groceries nearby so come prepared. Beach area was awesome but watch for the sand flies!
Craig, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

We had the Ocean View facing rooms and it was great view . Restaurant has good dining options . Walking distance to pancake rocks . Ample parking right in front of the rooms .
GAURANG, 1-night trip

8/10 Very good

Close to the beach. Nice balcony with beach views. Limited dining options within walking distance. But room was comfortable and clean.
Robyn, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Awesome spot , great staff & excellent food
Mark, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Beautiful hotel right on the beach and in a great location for Pancake Rocks. Really enjoyed our stay.
Arden, 2-night trip

8/10 Very good

The staff were excellent ..
julie, 1-night trip

8/10 Very good

It was all ok
Phillip, 1-night trip