Punakaiki Paua Palace

About this Holiday House

An authentic Kiwi bach on New Zealand’s magical West Coast. Surrounded by the Paparoa National Park. Sleeps 4. The Paua Palace has the creative ambience of the 1950s but with all 21st Century conveniences. Bookings are available all year. For 2 adults only, the recently added Garden Suite can be booked separately. Arty Kiwiana bach and/or modern self-contained Garden Suite. Easy access to everything; beach, lagoon, Pancake Rocks, café, wine bar. The Paparoa National Park offers walks through the lush rain forest in limestone valleys on your doorstep. The Paua Palace is opposite the newly opened Great Walk. After a long day of adventures, soak in the outdoor bath and watch the night sky. I welcome you to check out the reviews. Arty, homely, safe, relaxed and family-friendly. We will need to know the ages of your children. *How much space do you need? Garden Suite extension (queen en-suite) please enquire. Perfect for romantic getaways, family adventure holidays or artistic and creative time out...

Details and amenities

Child friendly

No pets

Linen: please enquire

Smoking outside only

Accessibility: please enquire

Heating & cooling

Electric blankets

Electric heat

Fire place

Fire wood supplied

Oil heaters

Wood stove

Kitchen

Cooking Basics

Dishes and cutlery

Electric Kettle

Freezer

Fridge

Microwave

Oven

Tea, coffee, sugar etc

Toaster

Wine Glasses

Bathroom

Accessible Bathroom

Bath

Ensuite Bathroom

Extra Toilet

Gas hot water

Hair Dryer

Hot Water

Laundry

Cleaning equipment

Cleaning supplies

Clothes line

Drying room

Ironing Facilities

Washing Machine

Parking

Off Street Parking

Entertainment

CD player

DVD

Stereo

Internet

Free WiFi

WiFi - Fibre

Bedroom

Extra Bedding

Outdoors

BBQ

Garden

Outdoor furniture

Patio

Scenic views

Garden View

Services

Key Safe

Self Check-in

Smoke Alarm

Other

Cellphone coverage

Non-smoking Rooms

Bed layout

1 Queen(s), 1 Bunk(s), 1 Sofa bed(s), 1 Queen(s)

Special Amenities

bach set in Nikau palm grove funky mid-century decor 1967 Chrysler Valiant car couch

Special Attractions and Activities Nearby

Pancake Rocks & shops 1km, 1min walk to Punakaiki River for great whitebaiting, Punakaiki lagoon beach 5 min perfect for swimming. Razorback beach a 10 min walk where you could find Greenstone. The Paparoa National Park, Great Walk and the Porarari loop track start across the road. May to December watch the Black Petrels fly to their nesting ground after sunset.

Reviews

Average Rating: 5

150 total reviews

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Alf & Maz

August 2025

2nd time we’ve used this quirky house. It has everything for either couples or a family. Well equipped and so close to river, beach and a 20 min walk to Pancake Rocks. Loved the outside bath!

Response from Owner

September 2025

Thank you, Alf & Maz, for your winter return visit to the Paua Palace, and for taking the time to post a comment. Much appreciated! Welcome back anytime, Tine

Jennie Bate

July 2025

Thank you for having us stay in your wonderful home, it was one of the most relaxing holidays we have had in years. We came with our 2.5year old who also loved it! We loved the outdoor bath, the warm fireplace with the cozy armchair, great shower and kitchen, and all the funky art work. The morning view out the main bedroom is just incredible, sitting in bed with a coffee watching the mist in the mountains is amazing. I would not recommend this home to anyone with kids under the age of 2 who are still in the 'demolition and destroy' phase of life (thank goodness we are out of that stage now!) as there are a lot of very interesting things to touch and move (and break), and a fire place with no fire guard. We would love to come back! Thanks again for accomodating us.

Response from Owner

September 2025

Dear Jennie, good on you for being brave enough to come to stay in the winter. Sounds like the Paua Palace delivered its charm and kept you warm. Thank you for posting a great comment, including your advice about under two-year-olds... well said! Join the palace regulars, welcome back anytime! Cheers, Tine

Anne Thomas

February 2025

Beautiful and quirky with the little touches of a few high heels, mapped out toilet room and an amazing relaxing sunroom with the best sky light window. Had a lovely two-night stay here, nice and handy to everything, outdoor bath was a gem and our very friendly weka who had me chasing him round the bush while our kai was cooking was very entertaining :-) highly recommend to everyone and we will definately be back again.

Response from Owner

February 2025

Kia Ora Anne, thank you for a top comment! So nice to know it all worked out well for you at the Paua Palace, including a rare bit of drizzle. Lovely meeting you both in person. My caretaker held you in high praise for leaving everything super clean and tidy. Join the palace regulars, welcome back anytime! Tine

Availability

04 Dec – 15 Dec 2025 – Unavailable
26 Dec – 13 Feb 2026 – Unavailable
24 Feb 2026 – Unavailable
07 Mar – 16 Jun 2026 – Unavailable

Rates

Date range	Rates	Extra guests	Minimum stay
1 May - 26 Jun	$185 / Night for 2 guests	$20	2 Nights
30 May - 2 Jun	$205 / Night for 2 guests	$20	3 Nights
20 Jun - 23 Jun	$205 / Night for 2 guests	$20	3 Nights
27 Jun - 13 Jul	$195 / Night for 2 guests	$20	2 Nights
18 Jul - 18 Sep	$185 / Night for 2 guests	$20	2 Nights
19 Sep - 15 Dec	$195 / Night for 2 guests	$20	2 Nights
14 Nov - 17 Nov	$205 / Night for 2 guests	$20	3 Nights
16 Dec - 30 Apr	$205 / Night for 2 guests	$20	2 Nights
Rest of year	$195 / Night for 2 guests	$20	2 Nights

1 May - 26 Jun
$185 / Night for 2 guests
Extra guests: $20	Min. stay: 2 Nights

30 May - 2 Jun
$205 / Night for 2 guests
Extra guests: $20	Min. stay: 3 Nights

20 Jun - 23 Jun
$205 / Night for 2 guests
Extra guests: $20	Min. stay: 3 Nights

27 Jun - 13 Jul
$195 / Night for 2 guests
Extra guests: $20	Min. stay: 2 Nights

18 Jul - 18 Sep
$185 / Night for 2 guests
Extra guests: $20	Min. stay: 2 Nights

19 Sep - 15 Dec
$195 / Night for 2 guests
Extra guests: $20	Min. stay: 2 Nights

14 Nov - 17 Nov
$205 / Night for 2 guests
Extra guests: $20	Min. stay: 3 Nights

16 Dec - 30 Apr
$205 / Night for 2 guests
Extra guests: $20	Min. stay: 2 Nights

Rest of year
$195 / Night for 2 guests
Extra guests: $20	Min. stay: 2 Nights

$205.00 per night, two adults, Dec 16 - April 30, and all Long Weekends
$20.00 per night extra adults, $7.50 ages 6-14, children under 6 free
$195.00 per night, two adults, shoulder season - school holidays. All Other Times are $185 per night, two adults.
Send an enquiry at least 2-3 days before your stay - same day not possible
Garden Suite $95-$120/night extra, depending on the season
Minimum stay of 4-5 nights from December/January
Long weekends require a minimum stay of 3 nights
Easter minimum stay is 4 nights
Discounts for 4 nights plus during off-peak season
Linen charges $15/pp - can't be guaranteed
No credit card facilities
Free Wireless

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