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Did you know?
The best time for the blowholes to perform at their best at Punakaiki Rocks is for the following to be at optimum.

At the peak of high tide, and an on-shore wind blowing the waves into shore. If both of those things are happening you should get a good show.

Hotels in Westport/Punakaiki

Punakaiki Rocks Hotel & Villas

The Punakaiki Rocks Hotel & Villas is a modern, award-winning hotel complex, architecturally designed to harmonise with the local environment.

Magnificent ocean-front location, with spectacular views of wild West Coast beaches. Nestled into the foothills of the Paparoa National Park, all rooms have rainforest and/or ocean views.

Nearest accommodation to the famous Punakaiki pancake rocks and blowholes (just a short walk from the hotel). Beach and river walks, guided walks into the Paparoa National Park, caving, horse treks, gentle river kayaking, and local arts/crafts all available within minutes of the hotel.

All rooms are environmentally friendly and feature energy efficient design and materials. Choose from 63 rooms (12 luxury eco units, 31 deluxe rooms, and 20 luxury standard rooms) to suit your taste and budget. Rooms are spaced around the landscaped grounds to ensure privacy, and are linked by a series of suspended board walks.

Seascape Restaurant & Bar is located right on the beachfront, with fantastic views of the beach and the wild Tasman Sea. Both the bar and restaurant feature open log fires.


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