Along with laundry facilities, this smoke-free campground has a garden and barbecue grills. Free WiFi in public areas and free self parking are also provided. Accommodations offer refrigerators and showers.
Punakaiki Beach Camp offers 15 accommodations. Guests have access to shared bathrooms. Bathrooms include showers.
The recreational activities listed below are available either on site or nearby; fees may apply.
During your stay at Punakaiki Beach Camp, you're just a quick walk from Punakaiki Beach. Free WiFi in public areas, free self parking, and laundry facilities are available. This budget campground has 15 accommodations. All accommodations offer refrigerators.
All accommodations offer refrigerators and showers
Free WiFi in some public areas
Free self parking
Amenities include laundry facilities and a terrace
Steps from Punakaiki Beach and 3 minutes by foot from Paparoa National Park
Punakaiki Beach Camp offers its guests a terrace, barbecue grills, and a garden. Public spaces have free WiFi. Self parking is free.
This Punakaiki campground is smoke free.
Property amenities
Beach
On a black sand beach
Internet
Available in some public areas: Free WiFi
Parking and transport
Free self parking on site
Limited on-site self parking
Wheelchair-accessible parking available
Food and drink
Refrigerator
Bathroom
Shared bathroom
Shower
Outdoor areas
Barbecue grill
Garden
Terrace
Laundry
Laundry facilities
Comfort
Heating
Pets
Service animals only (pets not allowed)
Suitability/Accessibility
If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
No lift
Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
Wheelchair-accessible lounge
Wheelchair-accessible parking
Wheelchair-accessible registration desk
Smoke-free property
Services and conveniences
Limited-hour front desk
Luggage storage
Location highlights
In a national park
Things to do
Hiking/biking trails nearby
Horseback riding nearby
Mountain biking nearby
Mountain climbing nearby
Rock climbing nearby
Spelunking nearby
Safety features
Carbon monoxide detector not reported (host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector)
Smoke detector (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property)
Fire extinguisher
General
15 units
Garden
Policies
Check-in
Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; Check-in end time: 8:30 PM
Contactless check-in available
Late check-in subject to availability
Minimum check-in age: 18
Check-out
Check-out before 10:00 AM
Contactless check-out available
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
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools
Access methods
Front desk (limited hours)
Pets
No pets allowed, but service animals are welcome
Children and extra beds
Children are welcome.
Rollaway/extra beds are not available.
Cribs (infant beds) are not available.
Payment types at the property
Important information
You need to know
This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business, or profession.
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 there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher
The front desk at this property is open daily from 8:00 AM - 8:30 PM. The check-in location differs from the property location. To check in, guests will need to go to Punakaiki Beach Camp, 5 Owen Street, Punakaiki. Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property.
If you cancel your booking, you'll be subject to the host's cancellation policy. In accordance with EU regulations about consumer rights, property booking services are not subject to the right of withdrawal.
Property class
Property class, provided by our rating system, is based on property type, amenities, and services.
Property is also known as
Punakaiki Beach Camp Campsite
Punakaiki Beach Camp Punakaiki
Punakaiki Beach Camp Campsite Punakaiki
Punakaiki Beach Camp Reviews
Reviews
8.6
Excellent
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Rating 10 - Excellent. 32 out of 63 reviews
10 - Excellent
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Rating 8 - Good. 22 out of 63 reviews
8 - Good
22
Rating 6 - Okay. 2 out of 63 reviews
6 - Okay
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Rating 4 - Poor. 4 out of 63 reviews
4 - Poor
4
Rating 2 - Terrible. 3 out of 63 reviews
2 - Terrible
3
8.8/10
Cleanliness
7.8/10
Amenities
8.4/10
Property conditions & facilities
Reviews
Verified review
8/10 Good
keith
28 Feb 2026
Liked: Amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
Nice place to stay right on the beach and river
keith
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2026
Verified review
10/10 Excellent
Amanda
20 Feb 2026
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, communication
It was a great stay, easy to check in and out. The washrooms were clean and close enough to my cabin that I didn't have to walk too far. I loved that the beach was really close to walk to as well.
Amanda
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2026
Verified review
10/10 Excellent
Audray
14 Dec 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
Location, staff was friendly, site was clean.
Audray
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2025
Verified review
10/10 Excellent
Sandy
17 Jan 2026
Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, communication
Room was comfortable and good value for money, it was on the small side.
Sandy
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026
Verified review
10/10 Excellent
Margaret
21 Jan 2026
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
We stayed in a cabin, which was small but just fine. It’s right next to the beach, and there is a central area for cooking, showers and hanging out. A really nice vibe.
Margaret
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026
Verified review
10/10 Excellent
Todd
31 May 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
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.
Reasonable stay, amazed no soap provided in the showers or milk in the cabins for tea .
joanna
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2026
Verified review
10/10 Excellent
ross
19 Dec 2022
Liked: Cleanliness, room comfort, communication
Great stay , the cabin was new and had amazing views
ross
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2022
Verified review
10/10 Excellent
Dave
27 Jan 2023
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
Incredible location, great amenities.
Dave
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2023
Verified review
10/10 Excellent
Kate
16 Mar 2024
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
Kate
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2024
Verified review
8/10 Good
Angela
19 Mar 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
Beautiful location for outdoor adventure.
Angela
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025
Verified review
10/10 Excellent
Vesna
2 Dec 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
Place was nice and clean. Private chairs to sit outside, close to beach. Only thing I didn't like is to walk to toilets. I would recommend this place as a good value for money.
Vesna
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2025
Verified review
10/10 Excellent
Lawrence
16 Feb 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, communication
Great little spot. We loved it.
Lawrence
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025
Verified review
8/10 Good
Verified traveller
8 Jan 2021
Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, communication
I loved the location, a common green area and the friendly people.
Verified traveller
Stayed 6 nights in Dec 2020
Verified review
10/10 Excellent
William
14 Nov 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, communication
Great
William
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025
Verified review
10/10 Excellent
VINITA
22 Oct 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
Calm and quiet place with beach less than a three minute walk.
VINITA
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024
Verified review
10/10 Excellent
ed
27 Nov 2023
Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, communication
The location of this place is absolutely stunning. We were very pleased with our little cabin also.
ed
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2023
Verified review
10/10 Excellent
Lesley
18 Feb 2024
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
Lesley
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2024
Verified review
10/10 Excellent
Tessa
28 Oct 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
Cute little cabin, waking distant to beach
Tessa
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024
Verified review
8/10 Good
Nicola
7 Jan 2025
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!
Great spot . Cabin we stayed in could do with an insect screen on one window at least to keep sandflys out and allow some ventilation.
Also not enough toilet/ show facilities for size of camp . Accomodation there has grown but the facilities have not .
Tim
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2026
Verified review
10/10 Excellent
Verified traveller
22 Jan 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, room comfort, communication
Go for the cabins!
The cabins are amazing! The staff is friendly and the facilities are clean.
Verified traveller
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2024
Verified review
8/10 Good
Owain
29 Feb 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, communication
Nice spot to relax
Owain
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2024
Verified review
10/10 Excellent
Adam
10 Mar 2023
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
Beautiful spot. Right on the beach. Quiet with good camp facilities
Adam
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2023
Verified review
10/10 Excellent
Cynthia
4 Mar 2024
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!