2 Webb Street, 7873 Punakaiki, New Zealand
#3 of 16 hotels in Punakaiki
Guests' ChoiceBased on 172 hostel reviews
8.9Cleanliness
9.1
Comfort
9.1
Location
9.7
Facilities
8.9
Staff
9.4
Value for money
9.1
Free WiFi
8.8
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End of dialog contentReviewed: 15 August 2021
Grace
New ZealandThe veiw was awesome, cute wee place had everything we needed. And the owner was really friendly and helpful
Stayed in August 2021
Reviewed: 14 August 2021
Lara
New ZealandLocation, staff and the stunning view from the shower !!!
Stayed in August 2021
Reviewed: 30 July 2021
Rianne
New ZealandNothing
The hostel is right on the beach, big shared kitchen close to the pancake rocks and a lot of walking tracks around the property.
Stayed in July 2021
Reviewed: 18 July 2021
Sue
New ZealandThe room didn't have much space for luggage but there were only two of us in a four bed room, so wasn't too bad.
Staff were friendly, nice rooms, plenty of toilets and showers with good hot water, warm (for a middle of the winter stay). Didn't use the kitchen but it looked good. Close to beach (although weather was lousy so we didn't go) close to Pancake Rocks and Paparoa National Park, and tavern 200 metres away with good food.
Stayed in July 2021
Reviewed: 23 June 2021
Janet
New ZealandThe weather could have been nicer but of course it was late autumn. I also didnt like that we were only there for one night, this area deserves to be explored more.
The location was lovely and we would have liked to stay longer to enjoy the area. Loved to listen to the sound of the beach in the morning. The kitchen was great. Had all the utensils that we needed.
Stayed in May 2021
Reviewed: 8 June 2021
Zivanah
New ZealandLocation, price, set up
Stayed in June 2021
Reviewed: 1 October 2023
Will
New ZealandOne of the bathrooms drains didn't drain and so they could do with some better cleaning/maintenance. Also the towels had an unpleasant smell but we think that was from the detergent used (which if the case they should definitely not use!).
Very easy check-in and was flexible as we arrived quite late. Nice common area.
Stayed in August 2023
Reviewed: 22 July 2023
Sean
IrelandI shoulda known this but living that close to the beach is very loud at night, bare that in mind if you're a light sleeper! I imagined relaxing waves, but it was moreso roaring winds and vegetation snacking off the cottage! Room also had a bit of a damp wet dog smell on first entry, probably too many beach go-ers in and out. Would be cool if staff could offer milk for tea too like other bookings do when there's a kettle in the room!
Friendly staff, common room, good location to break up the drive towards Nelson. Close to the pancake rocks which is a hidden gem, blowhole is cool to look at!
Stayed in July 2023
Reviewed: 24 March 2023
Alexandra
AustraliaLocation was superb right on the beach. Watch the sunset! I liked the querkiness of the place brough me banck to the 70 era!
Stayed in March 2023
Reviewed: 21 February 2023
Graeme
United KingdomThe truck self contained unit was like a sauna, as there was only one small window with mesh. Because there were so many sand flies, we didn't want to open any more windows! The fridge was pathetic, when I queried whether it was switched on, I was told it struggled in the heat. Surely that's when you need a fridge!!🥺 This in turn vemted more heat into the accommodation. Really not impressed!! Don't stay in the truck.
The location was fabulous and the backpacker kitchen was great
Stayed in February 2023
Reviewed: 27 April 2022
Simon
New ZealandThe shower in the sunset cottage has a fairly prominent mildew odour. It really could do with better ventilation and a thorough cleaning.
Beautiful location, right on the beach with a direct view out to sea. Nice little private lawn area out in front. Excellent views of the sunset, or any rough weather blowing in from the sea.
Stayed in April 2022
Reviewed: 8 July 2021
Anonymous
United Arab EmiratesReallly well equipped. Comfy, warm, peaceful.
Stayed in July 2021
Reviewed: 9 June 2021
Anonymous
New ZealandAll great
Stayed in May 2021
Reviewed: 19 January 2024
Mei
New ZealandThere are no comments available for this review
Stayed in January 2024
Reviewed: 7 January 2024
Imogen
United KingdomThere are no comments available for this review
Stayed in December 2023
Reviewed: 26 December 2023
Saloua
FranceThere are no comments available for this review
Stayed in December 2023
Reviewed: 22 December 2023
Josta
New ZealandThere are no comments available for this review
Stayed in December 2023
Reviewed: 19 December 2023
Andrew
United KingdomThere are no comments available for this review
Stayed in December 2023
Reviewed: 21 November 2023
Andy
New ZealandThere are no comments available for this review
Stayed in November 2023
Reviewed: 25 October 2023
Catherine
New ZealandThere are no comments available for this review
Stayed in September 2023
Reviewed: 28 September 2023
Peter
United KingdomThere are no comments available for this review
Stayed in September 2023
Reviewed: 1 September 2023
Grégoire
SwitzerlandThere are no comments available for this review
Stayed in August 2023
Reviewed: 25 August 2023
Jessica
United KingdomThere are no comments available for this review
Stayed in August 2023
Reviewed: 24 May 2023
Sandie
New ZealandThere are no comments available for this review
Stayed in May 2023
Reviewed: 16 May 2023
Tara
IrelandThere are no comments available for this review
Stayed in May 2023
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