stop for a moment or stay for a while
Between the West Coast towns of Westport and Greymouth in New Zealand’s stunning South Island, lies Punakaiki, home of the famous Pancake Rocks and Punakaiki Hotel and Garden Bar! It is the perfect place to stop for a quick refresh, long lunch or a few days to explore all this region has to offer.
our hotel
Our accommodation is the perfect place to rest your head for a breakaway, after a long drive, or even longer hike on the Paparoa Track! Our nine ground-floor studio units are warm and comfortable, all with private en-suite bathrooms, and parking outside.
Only 100 meters from Punakaiki Beach, and just 2.7km from Pakiroa Beach, the Punakaiki Rocks Hotel and Garden Bar is a central point to base yourself to explore the area and experience some of the many walks and activities that the West Coast has to offer.
If you are walking the Paparoa Track, luggage storage facilities are available to keep that pack only for the necessities of the walk!
hotel amenities
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Free WiFi
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Guest Laundry
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Tea/Coffee Facilities
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High Chairs available
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Flat Screen TV
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Toiletries
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BBQ Facilities
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Cot available on request
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Seating Area
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Ample Car Parking
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Restaurant & Bar
Now Serving Hot Chickens
gift cards
Buying gifts can be tricky, but with a Punakaiki Rocks eGift Card, you’re giving your friends and family the opportunity to get something they’ll truly enjoy. These gift cards can be used for Accommodation and Food & Beverage purchases at Punakaiki Rocks Hotel & Garden Bar. Our eGift Cards are valid up to 24 months from purchase and recipients can make partial redemptions.
the region
There are plenty of other activities to keep you occupied while enjoying a break in Pukakaiki, like kayaking, paddle boarding, rafting and glow-worm caves, plus the natural environment attracts plenty of creativity and inspiration for artists of all kinds.
Sitting between Westport and Greymouth on New Zealand’s rugged West Coast, Punkaiki is a small village with big action!! The traditional drawcard to this area, the famous Pancake Rocks, are a unique limestone formation, with blowholes, surge pools and rocks that look just like a stack of pancakes! Just an easy 20 minute loop walk from the car park, this is suitable for young and old alike, with wheelchair accessibility too.
The newest of the Department of Conservation Great Walks, the Paparoa Track is a 55km multi-day experience that takes you over stunning alpine terrain and the Paparoa Ranges. It is suitable for both walkers, and bikers, but you’ll need to have s good level of fitness for this one as it can be challenging in poor weather. The Paparoa Track is best when started at the Smoke-ho Car park at Blackball, a 45-minute drive from Greymouth, and finishes off minutes away from a well-deserved hot meal at the Punakaiki Hotel and Garden Bar! Check the DoC website for more information on this incredible Kiwi experience.
Paparoa Track Image: Jason Blair | DOC