SCENIC HOTEL PUNAKAIKI - Punakaiki 4237 State Highway 6 7873

4237 State Highway 6, Punakaiki, 7873 New Zealand

Near Punakaiki Visitor Centre

8.6

Very Good

Call to book 1-800-219-2797

Group Sales: 1-800-906-2871

It’s right by Pancake Rocks and Paparoa National Park (about a 5‑minute walk) with beach access nearby, offers on‑site restaurant and bar, a lobby fireplace, free Wi‑Fi, bicycle rentals and easy access to hiking, kayaking, fishing and other outdoor activities, and is a Qualmark Sustainable Tourism Business Award winner.

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Free WiFi

Breakfast available (surcharge)

Bicycle parking available

Laundry facilities

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Property Description

Located in Punakaiki, Scenic Hotel Punakaiki is near the beach, within a 5-minute walk of Pancake Rocks and Paparoa National Park. This beach hotel is 0.4 mi (0.7 km) from Punakaiki Visitor Centre and 0.5 mi (0.9 km) from Punakaiki Pancake Rocks and Blowholes.

Enjoy a meal at the restaurant, or stay in and take advantage of the hotel's room service (during limited hours). Wrap up your day with a drink at the bar/lounge. Buffet breakfasts are available daily from 7:00 AM to 10:00 AM for a fee.

Make yourself at home in one of the 61 guestrooms featuring refrigerators. Complimentary wireless internet access keeps you connected, and digital programming is available for your entertainment. Private bathrooms with showers feature complimentary toiletries and hair dryers. Conveniences include phones, as well as desks and coffee/tea makers.

Distances are displayed to the nearest 0.1 mile and kilometer.

Pancake Rocks - 0.1 km / 0.1 mi
Paparoa National Park - 0.3 km / 0.2 mi
Punakaiki Visitor Centre - 0.5 km / 0.3 mi
Punakaiki Pancake Rocks and Blowholes - 1 km / 0.6 mi
Pakiroa Beach - 1.1 km / 0.7 mi
Punakaiki Horse Treks - 1.5 km / 0.9 mi
Punakaiki Beach - 1.5 km / 0.9 mi
Pororari River Track - 1.9 km / 1.2 mi
Pororari River Track - 2.6 km / 1.6 mi
Truman Track - 3.4 km / 2.1 mi
Truman Track - 3.4 km / 2.1 mi
Underworld Adventures - 31.5 km / 19.6 mi
Rapahoe Beach - 32.5 km / 20.2 mi
Mitchells Gully Gold Mine - 34.4 km / 21.4 mi
Wingham Park - 39.8 km / 24.7 mi

The nearest airports are:
Westport (WSZ) - 60.6 km / 37.7 mi
Hokitika (HKK) - 82.7 km / 51.4 mi
Christchurch International Airport (CHC) - 283.7 km / 176.3 mi

Featured amenities include luggage storage, laundry facilities, and a safe deposit box at the front desk. Free self parking is available onsite.

Enjoy recreation amenities such as bicycles to rent or take in the view from a garden. This hotel also features complimentary wireless internet access, a fireplace in the lobby, and tour/ticket assistance.

Details / Other Expenses

Check-In 2:00 PM - 9:00 PM

Check-Out 10:00 AM

Check-In Instructions:

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

Amenities / Features

Banquet hall
Beach nearby
Bicycle parking available
Bicycle rentals on site
Breakfast available (surcharge)
Check In: 2:00 PM - 9:00 PM
Check Out: 10:00 AM
Fireplace in lobby
Fishing nearby
Free WiFi
Free self parking
Front desk (limited hours)
Garden
Hiking/biking trails nearby
Horse riding nearby
Kayaking nearby
Laundry facilities
Luggage storage
Nature reserve
No accessible shuttle
No elevators
Number of accessible parking spaces - 3
Number of bars/lounges - 1
Number of restaurants - 1
Pets not allowed
Professional property host/manager
Qualmark Sustainable Tourism Business Award
Safe-deposit box at front desk
Smoke-free property
Stair-free path to entrance
Swimming nearby
Television in common areas
Tours/ticket assistance
Upper floors accessible by stairs only
Well-lit path to entrance
Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
Wheelchair accessible parking

Airport & Shuttle Info

Sorry, no airport shuttle available.

Pet Friendly?

Pets are not allowed

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.

Suggested AI Generated Itinerary

Day 1

Breakfast Pancake Rocks Cafe - Casual cafe near the Pancake Rocks visitor area offering coffee and hearty breakfasts - 0.5 km from Scenic Hotel Punakaiki, about a 6 minute walk

Lunch Punakaiki Store and Cafe - Light meals, sandwiches and local snacks ideal for a picnic by the coast - 0.3 km from hotel, about a 4 minute walk

Dinner Punakaiki Tavern - Relaxed pub atmosphere with local seafood and hearty mains, great for an easy evening meal - 0.4 km from hotel, about a 5 minute walk

Activity Pancake Rocks and Blowholes - Iconic limestone formations with boardwalks and viewing platforms; best at high tide for blowholes and sea spray - 0.5 km from hotel, about a 6 minute walk

Day 2

Breakfast Hotel Breakfast or Dolomite Cafe - Option to have the Scenic Hotel breakfast or a nearby cafe with simple hot options and pastries - at the hotel or 0.2-0.5 km walk

Lunch Pororari River picnic or Canoe Cafe - Packed lunch or small cafe stop near the trailhead to enjoy a riverside meal before or after the walk - trailhead area about 12 km from hotel, 15-20 minute drive

Dinner Back at Scenic Hotel or Punakaiki Tavern - Enjoy hotel dining with coastal views or return to the tavern for a relaxed dinner and local beer - at the hotel or 0.4 km from hotel, about a 5 minute walk

Activity Pororari River Track - Scenic riverside walk through native forest with limestone gorges; return walk or longer loop into Paparoa National Park - trailhead about 12 km from hotel, roughly 15-20 minute drive

Frequent Questions

FAQs about Scenic Hotel Punakaiki

What time is check in?

Check in time is 2:00 PM - 9:00 PM based on the hotel's local time. Early check in may be available if requested at the front desk on the day of check-in.

What time is check out?

Check out time is 10:00 AM based on the hotel's local time. Late check out may be available if requested at the front desk during your stay.

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