Punakaiki Beach Hostel



Webb Street, Punakaiki
Tel (03) 731 1852
Website www.punakaikibeachhostel.co.nz





BUG review
This bright yellow and green hostel has a great beachfront location. It also has a good amount of character, but unfortunately it could be better maintained. Facilities are basic, but there is a spa pool and a barbecue and a gorgeous view from the upstairs veranda. The communal kitchen is relatively clean, though the bathrooms could use some work. It has a nice atmosphere and management/staff are friendly.

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Price
Dorm bed 24-25 ($21-22 BBH)
Single room $37 ($36 BBH)
Double/twin room $60 ($54 BBH)
Camping $18 ($15 BBH) per person

Prices are in New Zealand dollars and are inclusive of all taxes.

Credit cards
MasterCard, Visa

Reception open
7.30am-11pm daily

Off-street parking TV lounge Kitchen Laundry Non smoking (all indoor areas smoke free)
 


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Last update: May 15, 2012



Guest reviews for Punakaiki Beach Hostel
Average rating based on 2 Reviews
Maintenance  4.00/5  (4.00)
Cleanliness  4.50/5  (4.50)
Facilities  4.00/5  (4.00)
Atmosphere  4.00/5  (4.00)
 

Compared to other hostels in Punakaiki
Maintenance  4.33/5  (4.33)
Cleanliness  4.67/5  (4.67)
Facilities  4.33/5  (4.33)
Atmosphere  4.33/5  (4.33)


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Nomadic_ozzy  
Australia  
1 review  
 
 
Great place, well positioned, good facilities
30 July 2006

Pros: Location,Facilities,price
Cons: no undercover parking for bikes.

    
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Maintenance   3.00/5  (3)
Cleanliness   4.00/5  (4)
Facilities   3.00/5  (3)
Atmosphere   3.00/5  (3)
(Review ID: 637)

This place was bit of a find, great location right on the beach,with great views. Located near Pancake rocks with an absolutley fantastic ride from Hokitika. Easy walking distance to the local Tavern where good meals are available as well as freindly helpful locals. Cooking facilities for those who must are more than adequate. Internet facilities available. No TV which we saw as a positive Inexpensive i thought.
 
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Anonymous  
Huntington Beach, CA  
 
 
nice clean hostel
9 November 2002

Pros: n/a
Cons: n/a

    
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Maintenance   5.00/5  (5)
Cleanliness   5.00/5  (5)
Facilities   5.00/5  (5)
Atmosphere   5.00/5  (5)
(Review ID: 12448)

Nice, clean place to stay, right on the beach. Very relaxed atmosphere.
 
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