Punakaiki Beach Camp

Beachfront campsite in Punakaiki with free parking

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Room
Garden view
Private kitchen
Room
Mountain view

Reviews

8.4 out of 10
Very good

Popular amenities

  • Barbecue grill
  • Parking included
  • Outdoor space
  • Free WiFi
  • Laundry
The current price is S$93
includes taxes & fees
30 Jun - 1 Jul

Explore the area

Map
5 Owen Street, Punakaiki, 7873
  • Punakaiki Beach
    ‪2 min walk‬
  • Pororari River Track
    ‪5 min walk‬
  • Pancake Rocks
    ‪12 min walk‬
  • Westport (WSZ)
    ‪55 min drive‬

Choose your unit

Family room with shared Bathroom

  • 14 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 6
  • 1 Queen Bed and 2 Single Bunk Beds

Standard Room with Shared Bathroom

  • 12 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Single Bunk Bed and 1 Queen Bed

Kitchen cabin with Shared Bathroom

  • 12 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

Double room with Shared Bathroom

  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

Quad room with Shared Bathroom

  • 10 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Mountain view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Single Bunk Beds

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About the area

Punakaiki

Located in Punakaiki, Punakaiki Beach Camp is in a national park and on the beach. Mitchell’s Gully Gold Mine and Mitchells Gully Gold Mine are local landmarks, and the area's natural beauty can be seen at Paparoa National Park and Punakaiki Beach. Make sure you don't miss outdoor adventures like hiking/biking trails, rock climbing and mountain biking.

What's nearby

  • Punakaiki Beach - 2 min walk - 0.2 km
  • Pororari River Track - 5 min walk - 0.5 km
  • Pancake Rocks - 12 min walk - 1.0 km
  • Paparoa National Park - 18 min walk - 1.6 km
  • Punakaiki Pancake Rocks and Blowholes - 20 min walk - 1.7 km

Getting around

  • Westport (WSZ) - 60 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Pancake Rocks Cafe - ‬14 min walk
  • ‪Wild Coast Cafe - ‬14 min walk
  • ‪Punakaiki Crafts & Cafe - ‬14 min walk
  • ‪Wild Coast Cafe - ‬5 min drive

About this property

Punakaiki Beach Camp

Beachfront campsite in Punakaiki with free parking
Along with laundry facilities, this smoke-free campsite has a garden and barbecues. Free WiFi in public areas and free self parking are also provided. Accommodations offer fridges and showers.
Punakaiki Beach Camp offers 15 accommodations. Guests have access to shared bathrooms. Bathrooms include a shower.
The recreational activities listed below are available either on-site or nearby; fees may apply.

Amenities

Parking included
Free WiFi
Laundry
Outdoor space
Barbecue grill

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; check-in end time: 8:30 PM
Contactless check-in and check-out are available
Late check-in subject to availability
Minimum check-in age - 18

Check-out

Check-out before 10:00 AM
Contactless check-out

Special check-in instructions

The front desk is open daily from 8:00 AM - 8:30 PM
The check-in location differs from the property location; go to: [Punakaiki Beach Camp, 5 Owen Street, Punakaiki.]
Front desk staffed during limited hours

Access methods

Front desk (limited hours)

Pets

Pets not allowed (service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees)

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
Rollaway/extra beds are not available.
Cots (infant beds) are not available

Payment types at the property

Important information

You need to know

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
Host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector with you on the trip
Host has indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher

We should mention

This property does not have any lifts

National rating

For the benefit of our customers, we have provided a rating based on our ratings system.

Frequently asked questions

Is Punakaiki Beach Camp pet-friendly?

No, only service animals are welcome at the property.

How much is parking at Punakaiki Beach Camp?

Self-parking is free at this property.

What time is check-in at Punakaiki Beach Camp?

Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; check-in end time: 8:30 PM. Late check-in is available during limited hours.

What time is check-out at Punakaiki Beach Camp?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Punakaiki Beach Camp located?

Situated on the beach, this campsite is within a 5-minute walk of Punakaiki Beach and Pororari River Track. Pancake Rocks and Paparoa National Park are also within 1 mile (2 km).

Punakaiki Beach Camp Reviews

Reviews

8.4

Very good

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Rating 10 - Excellent. 25 out of 50 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 17 out of 50 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 2 out of 50 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 3 out of 50 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 3 out of 50 reviews

8.6/10

Cleanliness

7.8/10

Amenities

8.2/10

Property conditions & facilities

8.4/10

Eco-friendliness

9.0/10

Communication

Reviews

8/10 Good

Angela

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
Beautiful location for outdoor adventure.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Lawrence

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, communication
Great little spot. We loved it.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Tatum

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
Amazing location right on the beach and 10 minute walking to Pancake Rocks! Cabin was great with a small fridge and kettle, and had a nice private deck to sit out on. The shared kitchen was really helpful and the camp provided all the cooking supplies we needed!

8/10 Good

Nicola

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, communication
The campground is a bit older, but very clean. The staff were friendly and helpful, making my stay enjoyable. A wonderful getaway surrounded by nature!
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

VINITA

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
Calm and quiet place with beach less than a three minute walk.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Inge

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
What a beautiful spot! We were in the riverside cabin, absolutely stunning! Beautiful 360° views from the campsite and just a quick stroll to get to the beach. Kayaks and paddle boards also nearby to rent for the river. Punakaiki is just a special place, sunshine or rain.
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Tessa

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
Cute little cabin, waking distant to beach
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

ross

Liked: Cleanliness, room comfort, communication
Great stay , the cabin was new and had amazing views
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2022

10/10 Excellent

Kate

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
Great little spot for exploring the area! Lovely cabin & great communal areas. Would recommend & love to stay again
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2024

8/10 Good

Jono

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, communication
Easy access to beach and river for the little ones, mostly sand which was great. Cabin with two bunks was almost too warm overnight with 2 adults and 2 children though. Friendly, helpful staff.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Dave

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
Incredible location, great amenities.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2023

8/10 Good

ZOLTAN

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, communication
This place has only one area access to the wifi. Otherwise it was a nice & beautiful place.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

ed

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, communication
The location of this place is absolutely stunning. We were very pleased with our little cabin also.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2023

10/10 Excellent

Lesley

Liked: Amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
Lovely hot water in the showers, close to the beach, lots of amenities. Great to be able to buy supper and coffee on site
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2024

8/10 Good

Owain

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, communication
Nice spot to relax
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2024

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, room comfort, communication

Go for the cabins!

The cabins are amazing! The staff is friendly and the facilities are clean.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2024

10/10 Excellent

Cynthia

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
Thankful for the option of a small cabin, as all the motels in the area were fully booked. Also, the coffee/eats/ice cream cart was wonderful. Really enjoyed the easy access to the beach!
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2024

2/10 Terrible

Diane

Disliked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
The cabin we stayed in had a very strong musty odour in the bedroom. We tried to sleep with all the windows open to alleviate the noxious smell. Ended up leaving at 0330 in the morning because the smell was so terrible! The beach was lovely!
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Adam

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
Beautiful spot. Right on the beach. Quiet with good camp facilities
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2023

6/10 Okay

David

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, communication
Good position, cabin extremely small. No flyscreens and room filled with biting sandflies.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Philip

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
Convenient location to Pancake rocks after we had travelled over Arthurs Pass. Council Caravan Park & our room was clean / tidy with all we required for one night. Lady at the desk was friendly & helpful.

8/10 Good

Sally

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Bonus of food cart with whitebait fritters after 3pm. Cabins had tea and coffee but no milk. No supermarket in Punakaiki so bring food if you want to use kitchen in cabin.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2024

8/10 Good

Samantha

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, communication
Unique stay, room is basic, pillows aren’t great. Wonderful atmosphere. Towels aren’t provided but front desk was nice and gave us some.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jane

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
The outlook to the harekeke was beautiful. Native birds all around and a super bubbly and friendly receptionist who was genuinely happy to help.

10/10 Excellent

Benjamin

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
the location was excellent and so close to the beach which was fantastic i loved the hiking close by and it was great having a food stall in the campground ive never seen that anywhere before, my only dislike if you had to by food at the shop at reception i thought it was quite expensive but it was needed
Stayed 5 nights in Jan 2023