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Punga Cove Resort

3.0 star property
Eco-certified beachfront hotel with 2 bars/lounges

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Fern Studio | Living area
On the beach
Breakfast, lunch and dinner served
Outdoor pool

Reviews

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful

Popular amenities

  • Hot Tub
  • Bar
  • Pool
  • Pet friendly
  • Breakfast available
  • Housekeeping

Explore the area

Map
Endeavour Inlet,, Punga Cove, Marlborough Sounds, 7250
  • Queen Charlotte Walkway
    ‪41 min drive‬
  • Picton Ferry Terminal
    ‪124 min drive‬
  • Picton Harbour
    ‪124 min drive‬
  • Blenheim (BHE-Woodbourne)
    ‪137 min drive‬

Room options

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Mamaku Apartment

  • Bay view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 King Beds

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Fern Studio

  • 334 sq ft
  • Sea view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed OR 2 Twin Beds

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Frond Suite

  • Bay view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed OR 2 Twin Beds

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Koru Chalet

  • Bay view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

About the neighborhood

Punga Cove

On the beach.You'll be within 6 miles (10 km) of Dryden Bay and 12 miles (20 km) of Queen Charlotte Walkway. Lochmara Lodge Arts Centre is within 20 miles (32 km) and Kenepuru Sounds is within 32 miles (40 km).

What's nearby

  • Dryden Bay - 12 min drive - 3.6 miles
  • Queen Charlotte Walkway - 41 min drive - 10.1 miles
  • Lochmara Lodge Marlborough Sounds Wildlife Recovery Centre - 52 min drive - 16.1 miles
  • Kenepuru Sounds - 65 min drive - 20.2 miles
  • Pelorus Sound - 113 min drive - 38.9 miles

Getting around

  • Picton (PCN) - 130 min drive

About this property

Punga Cove Resort

Eco-certified beachfront hotel with 2 bars/lounges
Punga Cove Resort offers its guests an outdoor pool, a hot tub, and a sauna. There's a restaurant on site. You can unwind with a drink at one of the 2 bars/lounges. Public spaces have free WiFi.

A terrace, tour/ticket assistance, and a garden are also featured at the eco-certified Punga Cove Resort.

This 3-star Punga Cove hotel is smoke free.

  • 16 guestrooms or units
  • 2 bars or lounges
  • Conference center
  • Breakfast available (surcharge)
  • Self-service laundry
  • Front desk (limited hours)
  • Tour and ticket information
  • Wedding services available
  • Terrace
  • Garden
  • Outdoor picnic space
  • Fireplace in lobby
  • No smoking on site
  • Dining venue
Punga Cove Resort offers 16 accommodations with air conditioning. Rooms open to balconies. Accommodations offer separate sitting areas. Microwaves and coffee/tea makers are provided. Bathrooms include showers. Housekeeping is offered daily and change of towels can be requested. Housekeeping is provided once per stay.

Awards and affiliations

Eco-Certified Property
This property participates in Qualmark Sustainable Tourism Business Award, a program that measures the property's impact on one or more of the following: environment, community, cultural-heritage, the local economy.

Languages

English

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Property grounds

Furneaux Lodge

  • Hot Tub
  • Free WiFi
  • Air conditioning
  • Breakfast available
4.5 out of 5, Wonderful, 45 reviews
The price is $200
includes taxes & fees
$174 per night
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Property amenities

Family friendly

  • In-room microwave
  • Laundry facilities
  • Mini-fridge
  • Outdoor pool

Internet

  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • No onsite parking available

Food and drink

  • Daily buffet breakfast available 7:30 AM to 9:30 AM for a fee
  • 2 bars/lounges
  • A restaurant

Things to do

  • Bicycle rentals
  • Hot tub
  • Outdoor pool
  • Sauna
  • Volleyball

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • No elevator
  • Well-lit path to entrance

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • Private bathroom
  • Shower
  • Towels provided

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Electric kettle
  • Microwave
  • Mini-fridge
  • Restaurant dining guides
  • Tea bags/instant coffee

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating
  • Separate sitting area

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: 5:00 PM
Late check-in subject to availability

Check-out

Check-out before 10:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

The front desk is open daily from 8:00 AM - 5:30 PM
Front desk staffed during limited hours
If you are planning to arrive after 5:30 PM please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation

Access methods

Front desk (limited hours)

Pets

  • Pets are welcome for a fee
  • Service animals are exempt from fees

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Cribs (infant beds) are not available.

Property payment types

Important information

Optional extras

The fees and deposits listed below will be charged at the time of service, check-in, or check-out.

  • Fee for buffet breakfast: approximately NZD 0 to 50 per person
  • A pet fee will be charged
  • Service animals are exempt from fees

This may not be a comprehensive list. Fees and deposits are subject to change and might not include tax.

You need to know

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
Cashless transactions are available
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A cash deposit, credit card, or debit card for incidental charges and government-issued photo identification may be required upon check-in.
Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in. Special requests can't be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.
    This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business, or profession. No onsite parking is available. This property accepts Visa, Mastercard, debit cards, and cash. Cashless payment methods are available for all transactions.

National rating

Rating provided by Qualmark®, source of official star ratings for accommodation in New Zealand.

Property is also known as

Inn Punga Cove
Punga Cove
Hotel Punga Cove
Punga Cove Resort New Zealand/Marlborough - Endeavour Inlet
Punga Cove Hotel South Island
Punga Cove
Punga Cove Resort Hotel
Punga Cove Resort Punga Cove
Punga Cove Resort Hotel Punga Cove

Frequently asked questions

How close is Punga Cove Resort to the airport?

Punga Cove Resort is 48.3 mi (130-min drive) away from the Picton (PCN) airport, the closest popular airport to the property.

How much does it cost to stay at Punga Cove Resort?

As of Apr 3, 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Punga Cove Resort on Apr 13, 2025 start from $188.55, excluding taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

Does Punga Cove Resort have an airport shuttle?

Airport shuttle services are not available at Punga Cove Resort.

How close is Punga Cove Resort to the beach?

This hotel is on the beach. Don't forget your sunscreen!

Does Punga Cove Resort offer free breakfast?

Free breakfast isn’t provided at Punga Cove Resort, but buffet breakfast is offered for a fee of between NZD 0 and 50 per person. It's available every day from 7:30 AM to 9:30 AM.

Is there a casino at Punga Cove Resort?

No, there is no casino at this hotel.

What time is check-in at Punga Cove Resort?

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: 5:00 PM.

Is there free parking at Punga Cove Resort?

Free parking is not available at this hotel.

Does Punga Cove Resort have a pool?

Punga Cove Resort features an outdoor pool.

Does Punga Cove Resort have a restaurant?

Yes, there is a restaurant on site.

Does Punga Cove Resort have a spa?

There are no spa services available at this hotel.

How close is Punga Cove Resort to downtown Punga Cove?

Punga Cove Resort is 0.1 mi away from Punga Cove.

Punga Cove Resort Reviews

Reviews

9.0

Wonderful

Rating 10 - Excellent. 20 out of 31 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 6 out of 31 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 4 out of 31 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 1 out of 31 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 31 reviews

9.0/10

Cleanliness

9.0/10

Staff & service

8.0/10

Amenities

8.2/10

Property conditions & facilities

9.4/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Chris

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Beautiful and peaceful setting. Excellent staff and food. Fabulous experience, thank you. Would highly recommend.
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2024

8/10 Good

David

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Pleasant stay but A frame a bit cramped
We enjoyed out stay at the resort. Be aware that the A frame type chalets have limited head space, and the access is very steep. There are staff with ATV vehicles to help out when needed. The view from the restaurant is amazing and the food is great.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Anne

Stayed 1 night in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Trevor

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The resort was fabulous. Great setting, accomodation and food and Trish was amazingly friendly and helpful.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2024

10/10 Excellent

Derek, Arliington

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stopped for one night while walking the QCT. The room was nice and quiet. I enjoyed the food as well. I highly recommend. My only gripe is the lack of facial tissue in the room. Very odd for such a nice place.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2024

10/10 Excellent

Paul

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2024

10/10 Excellent

Linda

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2024

10/10 Excellent

Sera

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Had a fabulous stay :-)
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2023

10/10 Excellent

Phil

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
peaceful, warm and comfortable
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2023

6/10 Okay

Alonzo

Traveled with family
Liked: Room comfort
Disliked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2023

8/10 Good

David

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Fabulous location, great for a stop over on the Queen Charlotte track, but the place seemed in need of some care and attention around the grounds. Food was good, and accommodation ok but for the cost it felt like it needed some TLC around the estate.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2023

6/10 Okay

Peter

Stayed 1 night in Feb 2023

6/10 Okay

richard

The lodge is in the wilderness and does a great job of handling people and luggage. It has wonderful views . It’s very expensive though.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2022

10/10 Excellent

Doug

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great stay
Stayed 1 night in May 2022

8/10 Good

Shelley

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great stay, enjoyed our little chalet especially the fantastic views. Staff were excellent and they provided a awesome packed lunch for our walk on the Queen Charlotte Track, great that you can check out from the top restaurant on your way out.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2022

10/10 Excellent

Tenby

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Looking forward to getting back to Punga Cove
We loved Punga Cove Resort. The staff were friendly and helpful, the food was great and the accomodation was eco-friendly and comfortable. Oh, and the free parking, was a boat on a mooring. The staff are only too happy to shuttle you to and from your boat on their tender.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2022

8/10 Good

Mark, Auckland

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
A nice peaceful place to stay. Not much activities, so you’ll need to plan your days. Great if you like reading. Walk to Furneaux is nice but quite long. No TV’s. No cellular. Limited internet (just two spots on the resort). Quite steep to travel around but it will get your fitness up. All in all a chilled out resort.
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2021

10/10 Excellent

Adele

Stayed 1 night in Oct 2021

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
First Class
My partner and I throughly enjoyed our mid-winter stay at Punga Cove. The location is stunning, the facilities were excellent and the staff were exceptional!
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2021

10/10 Excellent

Daniel

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Spectacular setting, overall great destination
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2019

10/10 Excellent

zara, sydney, Australia

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Amazing!
Stunning views. Beautiful rooms, comfrotable beds. Staff are lovely. Food was delicious. All up super happy :)
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2017

10/10 Excellent

Richelle

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2017

8/10 Good

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Pizza and beer at the cafe after walking the Queen Charlotte Track was very good! The packed lunch for the next day's walk was the best we had on the track.

10/10 Excellent

William and Ann, Modesto CA

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
A pleasant refuge on the Queen Charlotte Track
We were hiking ahead of a looming storm on the Queen Charlotte Track. The sky looked as if it would rupture and drown us in rain driven by a maniacal wind. Just as we thought we were lost the sign to the Punga Cove brought us hope. We could not have found a more pleasant spot to weather out the storm. The room had a beautiful deck overlooking the cove with a nice kitchenette, comfortable shower and a warm and welcoming bed. We sat and watched the maelstrom outside our sliding glass door in complete comfort. When the storm paused a bit we made our way to the restaurant for an excellent vegan meal prepared just for us. The restaurant is staffed with the nicest people who politely attended our every need. It was amazing to find such a well appointed restaurant in this remote location. After a comfortable night's sleep and a delightful breakfast, we picked up our vegan sack lunches prepared fresh that morning. Best of all we were able to check out at the restaurant and save steps on our way back to the trail.

10/10 Excellent

Evan, Christchurch

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Peaceful & relaxing with all the comforts of home
Quiet weekend away in the most peaceful place I havebeen in a long time