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Punga Cove Resort

3.0 star property
3-star beachfront hotel with 2 bars/lounges

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Reviews

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful

Popular amenities

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

Explore the area

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Endeavour Inlet,, Punga Cove, Marlborough Sounds, 7250
  • Place, Queen Charlotte Walkway
  • Place, Picton Ferry Terminal
  • Place, Picton Harbour
  • Airport, Blenheim (BHE-Woodbourne)
    ‪143 min drive‬

Room options

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10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(3 reviews)
  • 334 sq ft
  • Sea view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed OR 2 Twin Beds

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Frond Suite | 1 bedroom, bed sheets

Frond Suite

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Bay view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed OR 2 Twin Beds

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Mamaku Apartment | 1 bedroom, bed sheets

Mamaku Apartment

  • 2 bedrooms
  • Bay view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 King Beds

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Koru Chalet | 1 bedroom, bed sheets

Koru Chalet

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(1 review)
  • 1 bedroom
  • 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 - 3.4 miles

Getting around

  • Picton (PCN) - 130 min drive

Restaurants

  • Kumatage
  • ‪Boatshed Café & Bar - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪Punga Fern Restaurant - ‬3 min walk
  • The Foredeck

About this property

Punga Cove Resort

3-star 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 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.

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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
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children; if you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room
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. This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children. If you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room. 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 Oct 22, 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Punga Cove Resort on Oct 31, 2025 start from $191.49, 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.