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

Cellphone coverage

Free WiFi

Bedroom

Extra Bedding

Outdoors

BBQ

Garden

Outdoor furniture

Patio

WiFi - Fibre

Scenic views

Garden View

Services

Key Safe

Self Check-in

Smoke Alarm

Other

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

148 total reviews

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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

Deborah C

January 2025

Another wonderful family holiday at Paua Palace. Such a unique place yet with all the home comforts - appreciated the new block out curtains, bed and fans! Once again we had amazing weather - perfect to enjoy the deck, bbq and beautiful garden. Great location so close to the lagoon and beach. We didn't want to leave and are already planning our next visit. Thanks so much for sharing your home Tine!

Response from Owner

January 2025

Thank you Deb and family! As regular palace guests your upvote means a lot, as you would have seen the place evolve over the years. West Coast is the Best Coast, definitely turned on great summer weather for you! Thank you for taking good care and watering the plants. See you again next year! Tine

Jess Earnshaw

December 2024

A very fun little holiday home with great facilities and easy walking to a safe swimming spot - a rarity for the West Coast! Our family really enjoyed our 2 nights at the Paua Palace, the backyard gets all day sun, perfect for having meals outside. Our kids enjoyed laying on the grass reading books - but watch out for the cheeky wekas who try to sneak inside when you aren't looking! Beds were comfortable and the kitchen had everything we needed to self cater. Would definitely come back.

Response from Owner

January 2025

Dear Jess, thank you for giving the Paua Palace a great write up. Great everything worked well for your family. And yes, the wekas are a force to be reckoned with...flowers and veges are high up or fenced in. Join the palace regulars, welcome back anytime! Tine

Availability

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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