1,125 reviews
From
$300Mabel Street , Punakaiki, 7873, New Zealand
1,125 reviews
1/65
Free Private Parking
Free wifi
Beach
Private entrance
Parking On Site
Kitchen
Non-smoking rooms
Patio
Punakaiki Beachfront Motels is a 3-star motel in Punakaiki, New Zealand, located just 0.2mi from the city center on Mabel Street. The beachfront setting includes private entrances and free on-site parking, plus complimentary WiFi. Guest amenities feature a kitchen with Kitchenware and Kitchenette, non-smoking rooms, a garden, a patio, free toiletries, and a view.
With 1,124 reviews, this property has plenty of traveler feedback to draw on. Highlights include pet-friendly options (extra charges), private parking free, and convenient on-site facilities that make a beachside stay comfortable.
Location: Punakaiki, New Zealand; Address: Mabel Street. Distance to city center: 0.2mi. Reviews: 1,124.
Pets are allowed on request; charges may apply, inviting four-legged companions to join the stay. Free private parking adds ease to travel, and a beachfront setting with private entrances enhances doorstep privacy. Inside, a well-equipped kitchen with Kitchenware and Kitchenette, plus a garden, a patio, free toiletries, and a view create a relaxed coastal vibe.
With 1,124 reviews, there is plenty of traveler feedback to draw on. Highlights noted by guests include pet-friendly options (extra charges) and free private parking, along with convenient on-site facilities that support a laid-back beachside experience.
Several non-smoking accommodation styles are available to suit different group sizes. Studio (280 sqft, non-smoking) offers 1 Twin and 1 Queen bed for up to 3 adults and 2 children. Contained Cabin, 1 Twin, 2 Bedroom (581 sqft, non-smoking) includes 1 Twin and 1 Queen bed. Family, 3 Bedroom (624 sqft, non-smoking) features 3 Twin and 2 Queen beds for up to 7 adults and 4 children. Cottage, 3 Twin, 2 Bedroom (463 sqft, non-smoking) offers 3 Twin beds and 1 Queen bed for 2 adults and 4 children. Superior Studio, 2 Twin (549 sqft, non-smoking) includes 2 Twin and 2 Queen beds for up to 5 adults and 4 children. Contained Cabin, 1 Bedroom (388 sqft, non-smoking) provides 1 Queen bed for 2 adults.
Closest airports
Westport Airport
28.7miHokitika Aerodrome
45.4miFree Private Parking
Free wifi
Beach
Private entrance
Parking On Site
Kitchen
Non-smoking rooms
Patio
Kitchenware
Kitchenette
Garden
Free toiletries
View
Show 9 photos
Studio, 1 Twin Bed, Garden View
1 Twin Bed
1 Queen Size Bed
280 sqft
Private Bathroom
Kitchenette
View
Kitchenware
x3
+
More details
Show 7 photos
Contained Cabin, 1 Twin Bed, 2 Bedroom
1 Twin Bed
1 Queen Size Bed
580 sqft
Kitchen
Private Bathroom
View
Kitchenware
x3
+
More details
Show 13 photos
Family, 3 Bedroom
3 Twin Beds
2 Queen Size Beds
625 sqft
Private Bathroom
Kitchenette
View
Kitchenware
x7
+
x4
More details
Show 7 photos
Cottage, 3 Twin Beds, 2 Bedroom
3 Twin Beds
1 Queen Size Bed
465 sqft
Kitchen
Private Bathroom
Kitchenette
View
+
x4
More details
Show 15 photos
Superior Studio, 2 Twin Beds
2 Twin Beds
2 Queen Size Beds
550 sqft
Private Bathroom
Kitchenette
View
Kitchenware
x5
+
x4
More details
Show 8 photos
Contained Cabin, 1 Bedroom
1 Queen Size Bed
390 sqft
Kitchen
Private Bathroom
Kitchenette
Kitchenware
More details
8.4
1,125 reviewsCategories of assessments
Cleanliness
Comfort
Location
Facilities
Staff
Value for money
WiFi quality
Featured reviews:
Wells
8.2
March 2025
Room was reasonably comfortable and enough space for the 2 of us. It has enough facility to enable us to make our own breakfast. The only nearby place to eat was their main Hotel. The food was excellent quality and good value.
Just a heads up.. Through no fault of the accommodation provider, the Booking.com details don't give the correct check in address. It makes the check in process confusing. You need to check in at the main Hotel venue (a couple of blocks back on the main road), not at the address provided. They have tried to have it changed on their listing to no avail. Booking.com are the ones who need to get their act together to help this business and their patrons.
Flora
10
December 2024
We got unit 2, right at the shore. The bungallow was clean and had a nice vibe with wooden floors and open space. Bathroom was big, kithen well equipped, full size frigde with milk inside. The location is perfect, walking distance to the pancake rocks and Prororari river track. The best part was its proximity to the sea, you could hear the sound of the vawes, and just a few steps through the back garden and you could watch the sunset from the shore. There were picnic tables too. Good meal options in the proximity. The stars at night are spectacular, almost zero lightpollution. It was one of the highlights of our travels in New Zealand!
The only con that there isn't any general or grocery store in Punakaiki, if you don't want to eat out, you need to buy food and ingredients before your arrival.
Janet
10
April 2025
The location was perfect! The accomodations exceeded anything that I had hoped for. There was so much room in our cottage, and the kitchen had everything we would need. There was a super comfy couch, lots of room for bags, and umbrella to use if needed, and a spacious bathroom. The restaurant at the hotel check-in area was a homerun; we ate there for dinner, and then the following day for breakfast, and it was all very delicious. The staff was super friendly and helpful. I only wish our stay was longer; I would come back here in a heartbeat.
Rosemary
8.2
December 2024
To see the sea you need to climb up steps to the top of a bank where there are picnic tables to use. Pancake rocks are visible from there. Great to be able to hear the sea from the accommodation. The beds were extremely soft and cosy. Air con was on as we arrived after a sunny afternoon and the heater automatically came on in the evening to keep the night chill off.
The WiFi connection was poor. We couldn't have a Wattsapp conversation. The floor boards were a bit creaky and the door hinges need a spot of oil. We could have used a pair of scissors.
Regina
8.2
January 2025
Location was great and the unit warm and comfortable. The number of units meant the motel could easily accommodate us and friends.
We stayed in Room 11 and could not use the TV as the pohutukawa trees interferes with the satellite dish on the roof. Not a biggy, but if it's a service that is provided than it should be usable. We also found it quite expensive for what you got. Our room bedroom was quite tight, we kept knocking ourselves on doors and corners. A bug screen on the ranchslider would be recommended.
Matt
9.1
January 2024
It was fun exploring the Punakaiki area after the crowds left. It is an easy walk to the pancake rocks and blow holes park. So after diner you can walk there for the sunset. Then on the way back explore Punakaiki cave, with its glow worms. The cave seems larger and more mysterious at night. The location is in a little village between the highway and ocean. There property is managed by a hotel and restaurant just down the road. You check in a the restaurant. There are clear instructions posted at the property entrance so no problem. The room was large, clean and comfortable. It was well equipped. It had a small kitchen. There were a lot of windows a seating area, a small but nice bathroom and a small front porch. The ocean is perhaps 30 meters from the room. There is a sea wall of large rocks between the hotel and the beach. At high tide the ocean reaches the wall. It is a short walk of another 100 meters along the sea wall to a wide and beautiful beach. The restaurant where you check in is the only real evening dining option in the area. But, the food and experience were wonderful. Plus, it is a pleasant walk along the beach to get there.
We 100% enjoyed it.
John
9.1
March 2025
Nice set of properties just set back from the seafront (although with sea defences this is over a raised walkway and access to the beach us further along). Kitchen includes stovetop and there is a bbq in the communal garden area. Checkin is about 300m away at the hotel and signs at the lodges tell you this. Close to pancake rocks NP and walkway where you can see great sunsets. You are warned but no grocery stores for miles
WiFi can be a little temperamental to all the units.
Jackie
10
January 2025
These are really cute little units that feel nice and secluded, and it’s a very short walk to the beach for sunset/to the associated bar/restaurant for hearty meals. We appreciated the fan supplied in the bedroom since the area can get quite humid.
Not a complaint but more a note to potential new customers that there is no obvious signage in the bar/restaurant where you check in that the “beachfront motels” are associated - we found that a little confusing at first glance.
Armance
9.1
December 2024
Place was clean, location was good (oceanfront, however, it is not a sandy beach but large rocks but still nice spot to watch the sunset and ocean).
You have to go to the restaurant to check-in, but it is very nearby. Parking is a bit tight, but glad there was parking. The floorboards in one room were a bit worn (thought I might get a splinter so I just wore socks). It was a bit warm in there when we arrived with sunsetting/blazing and there was only one fan, however it cooled down at night.
Jan
8.2
October 2024
Great location, almost a bit scary being sandwiched between that glorious towering cliff and the crashing Tasman kept out by the boulder bank. Very spacious, comfortable layout in unit, lovely comfortable furniture, kitchen pretty well equipped.
No tea towel provided, and the room got cold overnight as the space heater cord was getting very warm and I worried about a fire breaking out as I slept if I left it on even on low setting. Yes I found the spare blankets thank goodness. No staff on site to tell.
Attractions
Port of Tauranga
25.8miShantytown Heritage Park
30.1miAttractions
Port of Tauranga
25.8miShantytown Heritage Park
30.1miAirports
Westport Airport
28.7miHokitika Aerodrome
45.4miFree Private Parking
Free wifi
Beach
Private entrance
Parking On Site
Kitchen
Non-smoking rooms
Patio
Kitchenware
Kitchenette
Garden
Free toiletries
View
Accessibility
Entire unit located on ground floor
Entire unit wheelchair accessible
Activities
Beach
Bathroom
Bathtub or shower
Free toiletries
Hairdryer
Private Bathroom
Shower
Toilet
Toilet paper
Towels
Bedroom
Alarm clock
Linens
Wardrobe or closet
Cleaning Services
Laundry
Food & Drink
Tea/Coffee maker
General
Electric blankets
Facilities for disabled guests
Family rooms
Heating
Non-smoking rooms
Pet basket
Pet bowls
Pet Friendly
Private entrance
Internet
Free wifi
Kitchen
Coffee machine
Dining table
Electric kettle
Kitchen
Kitchenette
Kitchenware
Microwave
Oven
Refrigerator
Stovetop
Toaster
Living Area
Dining area
Sitting area
Sofa
Media & Technology
DVD player
Flat-screen TV
TV
Outdoors
BBQ facilities
Garden
Outdoor furniture
Patio
Parking
Free Private Parking
Parking On Site
Physical distancing
Cashless payment available
Safety & security
Fire extinguishers
Smoke alarms
Safety features
First aid kits available
View
View
From 14:00
Until 20:30
Guests are required to show a photo identification and credit card upon check-in
Until 10:00
Pets are allowed on request. Charges may apply.
WiFi is available in all areas and is free of charge.
There's no age requirement for check-in
Come and go whenever you want
Free private parking is available on site (reservation is not needed).
Child policies
Children of all ages are welcome.
Children 13 and above will be charged as adults at this property.
To see correct prices and occupancy info, add the number and ages of children in your group to your search.
Crib and extra bed policies
No capacity for extra beds or cribs.
Cash
Mastercard,
Visa,
Cash only,
Eftpos
This property accepts cash.
State Highway 6, Barrytown, 8252, New Zealand
0.7mi from current hotel
Very Good
637 reviews
From
4136 State Highway 6, Punakaiki, 7873, New Zealand
1mi from current hotel
Very Good
1,321 reviews
From
2626 Coast Road , Barrytown, 7873, New Zealand
10.2mi from current hotel
Very Good
93 reviews
From
Featured hotels
Featured hotels
Cities nearby
Popular cities