Scenic Hotel Punakaiki

Hotels
8.5 (944 reviews)
Main Road, State Highway 6 , Punakaiki , nz

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Free
Children allowed

Facilities

Offsite parking discounted rates available
Parking
Non-smoking rooms
Restaurant
Room service
Terrace
Family rooms
Luggage storage
Safety deposit box
Fax/photocopying
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Review Highlights

Pros:
Good location
Friendly staff
Great restaurant
Cons:
Uncomfortable beds
Room quality issues
Overpriced for facilities

Categories

Cleanliness
7.75
Mentioned as very clean by some guests but had issues with room allocation and facilities.
Service
9.75
Staff were consistently mentioned as friendly and trying their best, despite some service failures.
Location
9.25
Great location with beautiful views, highlighted positively in several reviews.
Room Quality
7.25
Rooms were noted as tired, some had issues with poor ventilation and uncomfortable beds.
Amenities
8.25
Some amenities were lacking (like microwaves) but the restaurant was praised.
Value for Money
7.75
Perceived as overpriced for what is provided, especially concerning room quality.
Food and Beverage
9.25
The restaurant was highlighted positively alongside the breakfast offerings.
Overall Experience
8.75
Overall, a nice experience was conveyed despite some significant complaints about rooms.
* This sentiment is summarized by AI based on user reviews.
Updated at: 2026-01-10 03:50

Property Description

Beachfront Paradise with Spectacular Views

Unlimited Adventure in Nature
Explore the wilderness of Paparoa National Park with walking and cycling trails just steps away from the hotel. Engage in guided walks, river kayaking, and horse trekking for an unforgettable experience.

Ocean View Dining and Relaxation
Indulge in delicious meals at the Ocean View Retreat Restaurant & Club Bar while taking in breathtaking views of the beach. Unwind in comfort with spacious rooms featuring large windows and enjoy the convenience of on-site laundry facilities.

Experience the beauty of Paparoa National Park at Scenic Hotel Punakaiki. Book now for an unforgettable stay by the ocean.

Important information:

Please note that there is a 1.5% charge when you pay with a credit card.

Housekeeping service is offered daily.
A deposit may be required at the property.

Check-in and check-out hours:
Check-out: 10:00 AM
Airport code: HKK

Property Policies

  • Groups

    When booking more than 4 rooms, different policies and additional supplements may apply.

  • Parking

    Free private parking is possible on site (reservation is not needed).

  • Pets

    Pets are not allowed.

  • Internet

    WiFi is available in the hotel rooms and is free of charge.

  • Children and extra bed policy

    Children of any age are allowed.
    Children up to and including 2 years old stay for NZD 15 per person per night when using an available cot.
    You haven't added any extra beds.
    Any type of extra bed or child's cot/crib is upon request and needs to be confirmed by management.
    Supplements are not calculated automatically in the total costs and will have to be paid for separately during your stay.

Location

Guest Reviews

8.5
Based on 944 reviews
Cleanliness: 7.75
Service: 9.75
Location: 9.25
Room Quality: 7.25
Amenities: 8.25
Value for Money: 7.75
Food and Beverage: 9.25
Overall Experience: 8.75
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Jean • solo_traveller • nz
10
Lovely hotel with great views
Pros:

We loved everything about our stay at the Scenic Hotel. We had a Suite with Sea View room up on the hill over the road from the main hotel building. There was parking outside our room. There is a tunnel walkway to the hotel if you don't drive. The room was lovely, very comfortable, great views, well appointed. We loved the comfy chairs with footstools. Dinner at the restaurant was delicious, service was good.

Cons:

Access to reception and the restaurant for someone with mobility issues is via a sloping path behind the main hotel complex, otherwise you need to walk up steep steps to reception at the front of the building. There is only one carpark near the access to the path.

2026-06-18 • via Nuitee
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derek • couple • gb
10
Superb location for the pancake rocks and blow holes. Food was excellent
Pros:

The location is world class

Cons:

All good

2026-06-17 • via Nuitee
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Harriet • family_with_children • nz
9
Excellent stay for our 2 night visit to Punakaiki
Pros:

The hotel was ideally located for Punakaiki and visiting the sights. The room was excellent with all the amenities we needed for our two night stay. The room was clean, tidy, comfortable and warm. We really enjoyed our stay.

Cons:

One night the bar was short staffed and we had to wait a while to order. When we sat in the restaurant having our drink, it was very cold. However the heating was put on for us.

2026-06-17 • via Nuitee
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Julie • couple • au
10
2026-06-16 • via Nuitee
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Caroline • solo_traveller • nz
8
Highly recommend
Pros:

Location to beach. Set up of the accommodation and the ability to walk easily to facilities

2026-06-15 • via Nuitee
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Holly • extended_group • us
10
Wonderful place to stay and a great location
Pros:

Wonderful hotel by the Pancake Rocks. Very nice comfortable accommodations and restaurant. Excellent staff that took great care of us. Would definitely stay here again.

Cons:

Nothing to dislike

2026-06-15 • via Nuitee
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Tina • solo_traveller • nz
9
2026-06-13 • via Nuitee
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Phillip • solo_traveller • nz
10
2026-06-12 • via Nuitee
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Debra • solo_traveller • au
10
Pros:

Beautifil Location, right on the beach. Fantastic room. Restaurant on site was lovely and food delicous and staff friendly and attentive. We walked to pancake Rocks after a complimentary delicious breakfast which were very surprised how lovely they were. The drive from Franz Josroh was stunning especially the apostles close to Punakaiki.

Cons:

No complaints

2026-06-10 • via Nuitee
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Kelly • solo_traveller • nz
10
Pros:

Beautiful comfy home

Cons:

All good

2026-06-08 • via Nuitee
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Maurie • solo_traveller • nz
7
2026-06-08 • via Nuitee
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Robyn • solo_traveller • au
8
A relaxing location with lovely staff and cosy and comfortable rooms, touched into the rain forest with the ocean so clo
Pros:

Closeness to the ocean and feeling of being away from a city or big town

Cons:

No negatives to mention

2026-06-06 • via Nuitee
E
Edwina • couple • nz
8
Pros:

Excellent location and great views

2026-06-06 • via Nuitee
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Toni • solo_traveller • nz
9
Pros:

Beautiful beach side location, & bonus it's walking distance to the pancake rocks. The room had, good heating & a great view. Onsite restaurant& bar

2026-06-05 • via Nuitee
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Narelle • solo_traveller • au
9
2026-06-04 • via Nuitee
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Tanya • couple • nz
9
Stay here for the view and comfortable room
Pros:

The view from the room was amazing! Comfortable room

Cons:

Our evening meal at the restaurant was a little average

2026-06-04 • via Nuitee
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Wayne • solo_traveller • nz
9
2026-06-04 • via Nuitee
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Ashley • couple • nz
8
Was a good stay
Pros:

Good view of the ocean

Cons:

Heater was temperamental

2026-06-03 • via Nuitee
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Cesar • couple • au
8
It’s a very good stay. Unfortunately the weather was really bad.
Pros:

Location

Cons:

None

2026-06-02 • via Nuitee
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mark • solo_traveller • au
8
2026-06-02 • via Nuitee