Paparoa National Park

Travel Guide

Punakaiki showing rocky coastline, general coastal views and a sandy beach
West Coast New Zealand which includes a pebble beach and rugged coastline
West Coast New Zealand which includes rugged coastline and a sandy beach
Punakaiki featuring a beach, a sunset and rugged coastline
Pororari River Track
Copthorne Hotel Greymouth

Copthorne Hotel Greymouth

4 out of 5
32 Mawhera Quay, Greymouth
The price is ￥12,655 per night from Oct 21 to Oct 22
￥12,655
￥14,553 total
Oct 21 - Oct 22
includes taxes & fees
Book a stay at this eco-certified hotel in Greymouth. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean ...
7.4/10 Good! (1,003 reviews)
"This hotel has had a revamp since I was last there. It’s comfortable and the bed was great. Will definitely stay there again."

Reviewed on Sep 24, 2025

Copthorne Hotel Greymouth
Scenic Hotel Punakaiki

Scenic Hotel Punakaiki

4 out of 5
4237 State Highway 6, Punakaiki
The price is ￥14,315 per night from Oct 22 to Oct 23
￥14,315
￥16,624 total
Oct 22 - Oct 23
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 4-star beach hotel in Punakaiki. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff in our reviews. Popular ...
8.4/10 Very Good! (746 reviews)
"This place was excellent from start to finish. Room was amazing. View was amazing, food was amazing and the staff were amazing"

Reviewed on Oct 9, 2025

Scenic Hotel Punakaiki
Punakaiki Beachfront Motels

Punakaiki Beachfront Motels

3 out of 5
56 Punakaiki Road, Punakaiki
Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay
The price is ￥15,713 per night from Oct 31 to Nov 1
￥15,713
￥18,070 total
Oct 31 - Nov 1
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 3-star beach motel in Punakaiki. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and a garden. Popular attractions Pororari River Track and Pancake Rocks are located ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (320 reviews)
"Super clean room. No view of the beach but a 2 minute walk and you’re there. Perfect for my dog I’ve been there before and I will go there again."

Reviewed on Oct 3, 2025

Punakaiki Beachfront Motels
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Coleraine Suites & Apartments

Coleraine Suites & Apartments

5 out of 5
61 High Street, Greymouth
Stay at this 5-star luxury aparthotel in Greymouth. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and daily housekeeping. Our guests praise the helpful staff in our reviews. ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (595 reviews)
Above expectations
"Perfect. Staff extremely helpful and even dropped us to the train station for our departure from Greymouth. Thanks so much guys."

Reviewed on Jun 17, 2025

Coleraine Suites & Apartments
Punakaiki Beach Camp

Punakaiki Beach Camp

2 out of 5
5 Owen Street, Punakaiki
Stay at this campground in Punakaiki. Enjoy free parking, a beach locale, and a garden. Popular attractions Pororari River Track and Punakaiki Beach are located ...
8.4/10 Very Good! (50 reviews)
"The place is beautifully presented and the staff are extremely welcoming and helpful we had a lovely stay and will definitely consider staying here again in the future."

Reviewed on May 31, 2025

Punakaiki Beach Camp
Gorgeous Character Bach

Gorgeous Character Bach

Punakaiki
Stay at this vacation home in Punakaiki. Enjoy free WiFi, a garden, and an in-room coffeemaker. Popular attractions Pororari River Track and Pancake Rocks are ...
9.8/10 Exceptional! (105 reviews)
"Thank you, we had a wonderful, relaxing stay. The bach was bright, cheery and warm, and had so much character. The setting is stunning, with limestone cliffs, the roaring sea and nikau groves. My favourite room was the sitting room with its funky retro vibe and the comfy sofa. We spent many hours ..."

Reviewed on Oct 12, 2025

Gorgeous Character Bach
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Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.

Popular places to visit

Pancake Rocks which includes rocky coastline

Paparoa National Park

Explore the great outdoors at Paparoa National Park, a lovely green space in Paparoa National Park.

Paparoa National Park
Punakaiki showing a river or creek and mountains

Pororari River Track

You can take time to visit Pororari River Track during your travels to Paparoa National Park. While you're in the area, stroll along the beautiful beaches.

Pororari River Track

Mitchell’s Gully Gold Mine

Find out about the history of Paparoa National Park when you take a trip to Mitchell’s Gully Gold Mine. Wander the beautiful beaches in this relaxing area.

Mitchell’s Gully Gold Mine

Things to do

Glowworm Cave Tour

Glowworm Cave Tour

￥21,576
per adult
80% of travellers recommend
Glowworm Cave Tour
Group touring the cave system in Charleston

Underworld Rafting in Charleston

￥21,576
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
Underworld Rafting in Charleston
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Reviews of Paparoa National Park

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The only regret we have about Woodpecker Bay Bach is that we didnt have long enough time to stay! We will be back for a longer break soon to soak up that serenity. Thank you to Daniel who made the short stay an incredibly easy experience.

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