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Grand Mercure Puka Park Resort

Coromandel · New Zealand

Mount Avenue Pauanui BeachView location

9.2/10Excellent431 Reviews
Cleanliness9.2/109.2
Service8.8/108.8
Comfort9.0/109.0
Condition8.4/108.4
Location8.6/108.6
Neighborhood8.4/108.4
Value8.2/108.2
Amenities8.8/108.8
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About Grand Mercure Puka Park Resort

Grand Mercure Puka Park Resort is a secluded hideaway located at Pauanui Beach. Situated 800m away from the 3km long sandy beach and nestled into the slopes of Mt. Pauanui select from 48 romantic chalets surrounded by native bush.

Our Restaurant offers an intimate ambience, superb local cuisine and beautiful views, while other facilities include an outdoor swimming and spa pool, gym, tennis court and bikes for hire, with an international 18-hole golf course and excellent fishing nearby.

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Located in Pauanui, Grand Mercure Puka Park Resort is in the mountains, a 2-minute drive from Pauanui Beach and 6 minutes from Pauanui Tairua Trail. This hotel is 22 mi (35.4 km) from Whangamata Beach and 28.7 mi (46.2 km) from Hot Water Beach.

Make yourself at home in one of the 48 guestrooms featuring refrigerators and DVD players. Rooms have private balconies. 20-inch LCD televisions with satellite programming provide entertainment, while complimentary wireless internet access keeps you connected. Private bathrooms with showers feature complimentary toiletries and hair dryers.

Featured amenities include a business center, complimentary newspapers in the lobby, and dry cleaning/laundry services. Free valet parking is available onsite.

Popular amenities

Free WiFi
Parking available
Dining services
Concierge
Laundry
Spa
Gym
Entertainment
Non-smoking
Business facilities
Banquet facilities

Check-in and check-out

Check-in from 3:00 PM
Check-in until anytime
Check-out until 11:00 AM

Hotel policies

Beach nearby No elevators LGBTQIA+ friendly Professional property host/manager Pets not allowed Service animals are allowed Service animals are exempt from fees/restrictions

Cleaning and safety

Sanitization
Contactless check-out is available Cashless transactions are available
Chain Specific Standards
Property follows a brand or regulatory agency's sanitization guidelines ALLSAFE (Accor Hotels)

Important information

  • You need to know
    • The property has connecting/adjoining rooms, which are subject to availability and can be requested by contacting the property using the number on the booking confirmation.
    • Cashless payment methods are available for all transactions.
    • Contactless check-out is available.
    • This property welcomes guests of all sexual orientations and gender identities (LGBTQ+ friendly).
  • Special Instructions
    The front desk is open daily from 7:30 AM - 9:00 PM. To make arrangements for check-in please contact the property at least 48 hours before arrival using the information on the booking confirmation. Guests must contact the property in advance for check-in instructions. The front desk is staffed during limited hours. Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools.
  • Instructions
    • 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
    • Safety features at this property include a smoke detector
    • 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
    • This property affirms that it follows the cleaning and disinfection practices of ALLSAFE (Accor Hotels)
    • Please note that cultural norms and guest policies may differ by country and by property; the policies listed are provided by the property
  • Optional fees
    • Fee for full breakfast: approximately NZD 35 per person
    • Rollaway bed fee: NZD 60.0 per night
    • Credit card charges are subject to a surcharge

    The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may not include tax and are subject to change.

  • Spoken Language

    German

    English

    Spanish

Nearby attractions

Pauanui Beach 0.9 km / 0.6 mi
Gallagher Park 1.2 km / 0.7 mi
The Lakes Golf Course 1.6 km / 1 mi
Pauanui Library and Information Centre 1.7 km / 1 mi
Pauanui Pines Golf Course 2.7 km / 1.7 mi
Pauanui Tairua Trail 5 km / 3.1 mi
Tairua Library 24 km / 14.9 mi
Pepe Reserve 24.2 km / 15 mi
Paaku 24.4 km / 15.2 mi
Tairua Golf and Country Club 24.9 km / 15.5 mi
Tairua Beach 25.4 km / 15.8 mi
Topadahil Studios 27 km / 16.7 mi
Mount Paku 27.2 km / 16.9 mi
Mount Maungaruawahine 28 km / 17.4 mi
Opoutere Beach 29.1 km / 18.1 mi

Hotel facilities & services

Services and fees can vary. Check the selected room details and hotel policies before booking.

  • Total number of rooms: 48
  • Number of floors (main building): 1
  • Suites: 2
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  • Wheelchair-accessible
  • Car park
  • 24-hour reception
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  • Wi-fi
  • Valet parking
  • Room serviceExtra charge
  • Laundry service
  • Bicycle hire service
  • Multilingual staff
  • Bellboy service
  • Air conditioning in public areas
  • Fireplace
  • Smoke detector
  • Hotel safe
  • Currency exchange facilities
  • Garden
  • Terrace
  • Concierge
  • Gym
  • Newspapers
  • Luggage room
  • Clothes dryer
  • Electric kettle
  • Bikes available
  • Café
  • Bar
  • Restaurant
  • Highchairs
  • Air conditioning in Restaurant
  • Conference room
  • Meeting room
  • Printer
  • Photocopier
  • Business centre
  • Audio-visual equipment rental
  • Fax
  • Outdoor freshwater pool: 1
  • TV lounge
  • Sauna
  • Massage
  • Spa treatments
  • Spa centre
  • Breakfast
  • Breakfast buffet
  • Continental breakfast
  • À la carte lunch
  • À la carte dinner
  • Vegetarian meal
  • Non-smoking establishment
  • Single-Use Plastic Free
  • Fitness
  • Cycling / mountain biking
  • Golf
  • Tennis
Meal plans

Meal plan types

Meal options depend on the room and rate you choose. Search your dates to see which meal plans are included.

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Accommodation only. Meals are usually not included.

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Room types

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  • APARTMENT STANDARDAPARTMENT • STANDARDAPT.ST-1

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    APARTMENT STANDARD

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    Occupancy
    Guests: 1–10 • Adults: max. 10 • Children: max. 6
    Room type
    APARTMENT
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    STANDARD

    Adult and child limits apply within the room's total guest limit.

    Room code: APT.ST-1

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  • CHALET QUEEN SIZE BEDCHALET • QUEEN SIZE BEDCHA.QN-1

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    CHALET QUEEN SIZE BED

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    Occupancy
    Guests: 6–10 • Adults: max. 10 • Children: max. 6
    Room type
    CHALET
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    QUEEN SIZE BED

    Adult and child limits apply within the room's total guest limit.

    Room code: CHA.QN-1

    Limited room details from hotel

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  • FAMILY ROOM CONNECTING ROOMFAMILY ROOM • CONNECTING ROOM • 1 Bedroom • 5 m²FAM.CM
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    FAMILY ROOM CONNECTING ROOM

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    Room overview

    Non-smoking room
    Room size
    5 m²
    Occupancy
    Guests: 1–4 • Adults: max. 4 • Children: max. 3
    Bed setup
    Double bed 131-150 width
    Bedrooms
    1
    Room type
    FAMILY ROOM
    View / characteristic
    CONNECTING ROOM

    Adult and child limits apply within the room's total guest limit.

    Room code: FAM.CM

    Room amenities

    • Cable TV
    • Ironing set
    • Tea and coffee making facilities
    • TV
    • Direct dial telephone
    • Hairdryer
    • Shower
    • Carpeted floors
    • Satellite TV
    • Make-up mirror
    • Slippers
    • Bathrobes
    • Desk
    • Toiletries
    • Safe
    • Bathroom
    • Individually adjustable air conditioning

    Facilities with extra charge

    • Wi-fi

    Available rooms, prices and included facilities are confirmed after you choose your dates and rate.

  • DOUBLE KING SIZE BEDDOUBLE • KING SIZE BEDDBL.KG-8

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    DOUBLE KING SIZE BED

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    Occupancy
    Guests: 1–4 • Adults: max. 4 • Children: max. 3
    Room type
    DOUBLE
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    KING SIZE BED

    Adult and child limits apply within the room's total guest limit.

    Room code: DBL.KG-8

    Limited room details from hotel

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  • CHALET STANDARDCHALET • STANDARD • 1 Bedroom • 5 m²CHA.ST-1
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    CHALET STANDARD

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    Room overview

    Non-smoking room
    Room size
    5 m²
    Occupancy
    Guests: 1–2 • Adults: max. 2 • Children: max. 1
    Bed setup
    Double bed 131-150 width
    Bedrooms
    1
    Room type
    CHALET
    View / characteristic
    STANDARD

    Adult and child limits apply within the room's total guest limit.

    Room code: CHA.ST-1

    Room amenities

    • Slippers
    • Cable TV
    • Make-up mirror
    • Satellite TV
    • Bathroom
    • Shower
    • Hairdryer
    • Direct dial telephone
    • TV
    • Tea and coffee making facilities
    • Ironing set
    • Carpeted floors
    • Individually adjustable air conditioning
    • Safe
    • Toiletries
    • Desk
    • Bathrobes

    Facilities with extra charge

    • Wi-fi

    Available rooms, prices and included facilities are confirmed after you choose your dates and rate.

  • Room STANDARDRoom • STANDARDROO.ST

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    Room STANDARD

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    Occupancy
    Guests: 1–10 • Adults: max. 10 • Children: max. 6
    Room type
    Room
    View / characteristic
    STANDARD

    Adult and child limits apply within the room's total guest limit.

    Room code: ROO.ST

    Limited room details from hotel

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  • DOUBLE DELUXE KING BEDDOUBLE • DELUXE KING BEDDBL.DX-KG

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    DOUBLE DELUXE KING BED

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    Room overview

    Occupancy
    Guests: 1–4 • Adults: max. 4 • Children: max. 3
    Room type
    DOUBLE
    View / characteristic
    DELUXE KING BED

    Adult and child limits apply within the room's total guest limit.

    Room code: DBL.DX-KG

    Limited room details from hotel

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  • APARTMENT STANDARDAPARTMENT • STANDARD • 1 Bedroom • 5 m²APT.ST
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    APARTMENT STANDARD

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    5 photos

    Room overview

    Non-smoking room
    Room size
    5 m²
    Occupancy
    Guests: 1–2 • Adults: max. 2 • Children: max. 1
    Bed setup
    Double bed 131-150 width
    Bedrooms
    1
    Room type
    APARTMENT
    View / characteristic
    STANDARD

    Adult and child limits apply within the room's total guest limit.

    Room code: APT.ST

    Room amenities

    • Tea and coffee making facilities
    • Cable TV
    • Satellite TV
    • Safe
    • Toiletries
    • Make-up mirror
    • Slippers
    • Individually adjustable air conditioning
    • Bathrobes
    • Desk
    • Ironing set
    • Carpeted floors
    • Bathroom
    • Shower
    • Hairdryer
    • Direct dial telephone
    • TV

    Facilities with extra charge

    • Wi-fi

    Available rooms, prices and included facilities are confirmed after you choose your dates and rate.

  • CHALET KING SIZE BEDCHALET • KING SIZE BEDCHA.KG-1

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    Grand Mercure Puka Park Resort

    CHALET KING SIZE BED

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    Room overview

    Occupancy
    Guests: 6–10 • Adults: max. 10 • Children: max. 6
    Room type
    CHALET
    View / characteristic
    KING SIZE BED

    Adult and child limits apply within the room's total guest limit.

    Room code: CHA.KG-1

    Limited room details from hotel

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  • DOUBLE SUPERIOR QUEEN BEDDOUBLE • SUPERIOR QUEEN BEDDBL.QN-SU

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    DOUBLE SUPERIOR QUEEN BED

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    Room overview

    Occupancy
    Guests: 1–4 • Adults: max. 4 • Children: max. 3
    Room type
    DOUBLE
    View / characteristic
    SUPERIOR QUEEN BED

    Adult and child limits apply within the room's total guest limit.

    Room code: DBL.QN-SU

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  • FAMILY ROOM CONNECTING ROOMFAMILY ROOM • CONNECTING ROOMFAM.CM-1

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    Grand Mercure Puka Park Resort

    FAMILY ROOM CONNECTING ROOM

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    Room overview

    Occupancy
    Guests: 1–8 • Adults: max. 8 • Children: max. 5
    Room type
    FAMILY ROOM
    View / characteristic
    CONNECTING ROOM

    Adult and child limits apply within the room's total guest limit.

    Room code: FAM.CM-1

    Limited room details from hotel

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  • APARTMENT KING SIZE BEDAPARTMENT • KING SIZE BEDAPT.KG-1

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    Grand Mercure Puka Park Resort

    APARTMENT KING SIZE BED

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    Room overview

    Occupancy
    Guests: 1–10 • Adults: max. 10 • Children: max. 6
    Room type
    APARTMENT
    View / characteristic
    KING SIZE BED

    Adult and child limits apply within the room's total guest limit.

    Room code: APT.KG-1

    Limited room details from hotel

    Available rooms, prices and included facilities are confirmed after you choose your dates and rate.

  • DOUBLE KING SIZE BEDDOUBLE • KING SIZE BEDDBL.KG-1

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    Grand Mercure Puka Park Resort

    DOUBLE KING SIZE BED

    Room photos

    Photos are not available for this room type.

    Room overview

    Occupancy
    Guests: 1–4 • Adults: max. 4 • Children: max. 3
    Room type
    DOUBLE
    View / characteristic
    KING SIZE BED

    Adult and child limits apply within the room's total guest limit.

    Room code: DBL.KG-1

    Limited room details from hotel

    Available rooms, prices and included facilities are confirmed after you choose your dates and rate.

  • DOUBLE STANDARDDOUBLE • STANDARD • 1 Bedroom • 5 m²DBL.ST
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    DOUBLE STANDARD

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    4 photos

    Room overview

    Non-smoking room
    Room size
    5 m²
    Occupancy
    Guests: 1–2 • Adults: max. 2 • Children: max. 1
    Bed setup
    Double bed 131-150 width
    Bedrooms
    1
    Room type
    DOUBLE
    View / characteristic
    STANDARD

    Adult and child limits apply within the room's total guest limit.

    Room code: DBL.ST

    Room amenities

    • Safe
    • Bathroom
    • Shower
    • Hairdryer
    • Direct dial telephone
    • TV
    • Tea and coffee making facilities
    • Ironing set
    • Carpeted floors
    • Individually adjustable air conditioning
    • Toiletries
    • Desk
    • Bathrobes
    • Slippers
    • Make-up mirror
    • Satellite TV
    • Cable TV

    Facilities with extra charge

    • Wi-fi

    Available rooms, prices and included facilities are confirmed after you choose your dates and rate.

  • CHALET STANDARDCHALET • STANDARD • 1 Bedroom • 5 m²CHA.ST
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    Grand Mercure Puka Park Resort

    CHALET STANDARD

    Room photos

    5 photos

    Room overview

    Non-smoking room
    Room size
    5 m²
    Occupancy
    Guests: 1–2 • Adults: max. 2 • Children: max. 1
    Bed setup
    Double bed 131-150 width
    Bedrooms
    1
    Room type
    CHALET
    View / characteristic
    STANDARD

    Adult and child limits apply within the room's total guest limit.

    Room code: CHA.ST

    Room amenities

    • Cable TV
    • Safe
    • Satellite TV
    • Make-up mirror
    • Slippers
    • Bathrobes
    • Desk
    • Bathroom
    • Shower
    • Hairdryer
    • Individually adjustable air conditioning
    • Carpeted floors
    • Ironing set
    • Tea and coffee making facilities
    • Direct dial telephone
    • TV
    • Toiletries

    Facilities with extra charge

    • Wi-fi

    Available rooms, prices and included facilities are confirmed after you choose your dates and rate.

Guest reviews

What other guests saying about Grand Mercure Puka Park Resort

9.2
Excellent
431 Reviews
Cleanliness
9.2 /10
Service
8.8 /10
Comfort
9.0 /10
Condition
8.4 /10
Location
8.6 /10
Neighborhood
8.4 /10
Value
8.2 /10
Amenities
8.8 /10
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10/10
Exceptional
07 Jul 2026
Tertius
Nice stay
Self
10/10
Exceptional
06 May 2026
Rylee
The rooms were very clean and smelled fresh. They were well worth the hikes up the hill. The staff were so helpful and professional. The front desk staff were so friendly and aided in some suggestions on todo. They also were very gracious in offering rides back up to your room if you didn’t want to walk. Being young we hated to do that much so got our exercise! All the dinners and breakfasts were fantastic. The staff serving them were beyond great. I really cannot brag on this place and their staff enough. The room and facilities were well worth the stay to experience.
Partner
8/10
Excellent
05 May 2026
Alexandra
This was supposed to be a more luxurious stay than some over this 5 week trip but didn't really match my expectations.

I arrived to an excellent welcome, however I was informed that on a Sunday there was only a buffet, no á la carte (I should have been informed that this was the situation, as one of a prerequisites on a trip of a \"nice\" hotel stay, is a good meal in the hotel).

I was taken to my room - which was lovely (think a cross between Centre Parks, tree house and safari lodges, in style) but it was dusk and getting cold but the wall mounted unit would not work. I tried 3 times to get reception on the phone and finally, was told someone would be along. I waited 45 minutes - called numerous times. I didn't unpack in case I needed to move rooms and couldn't shower, despite being told I needed to be at the buffet by 7.30pm. Eventually the reception lady appeared and told me hot air was coming out of the unit when it wasn't! She said it would take 10 mins to fully function .... 25 mins later - having been silent and still SUDDENLY the fan threw out hot air!
So made my way down to dinner (more outside lighting required, as paths steep and many steps). Buffet was pathetic - shepherds pie (pulled beef .... mmm wrong ingredient!) various spiced dishes (I can't eat spice), pesto pasta and some salad. Rice pudding, a tart, fresh fruit and some cookies! It's the stuff of school lunches and by 9pm the staff are waiting for me to leave.
Breakfast was adequate and the bed c
Self
10/10
Exceptional
22 Mar 2026
Tricia
What a wonderful place! The grounds are immaculate, the food delicious and the staff fantastic! Special shout out to Simon and Dani, they were so great! Would definitely come back to this special place.
Partner
10/10
Exceptional
15 Mar 2026
Jenean
Peaceful accommodation amongst the trees with wonderful staff and breakfast. Bed was large and comfy, and the deck was wonderful to sit with coffee and listen to the birds.
Partner
10/10
Exceptional
08 Mar 2026
Lisa
They went above and beyond sheltering us in a bad storm. Lovely place, great staff
10/10
Exceptional
27 Feb 2026
Jennifer
We really enjoyed our time here. It felt like we were living in the trees. The staff were very pleasant and helpful.
Partner
8/10
Excellent
24 Feb 2026
Katherine
The room was beautiful and the bathroom had a heated floor which was really nice. The resort was within walking distance to the beach. The big knock against this resort is the food. They offer a very underwhelming continental breakfast for minimum $23 nzd per person. It was not good value for the cost. For such a nice resort, they have a lot of room to improve on their food options, especially since Pauanui is so remote and the closest food options in town are extremely limited. Some of the restaurants in town are only open a few days a week. We had to drive 30 mins to the next closest towns to find better restaurant options. Don’t rely on this resort for good quality food options. It is otherwise well maintained and located if you’re looking for a beach vacation.
Partner
8/10
Excellent
23 Feb 2026
Darren
Room decor lovely. Position lovely in the forest.
Partner
10/10
Exceptional
05 Feb 2026
Linda
Great 2 night stay would recommend!
Leisure Partner
6/10
Pleasant
05 Feb 2026
Daniel
The 'Lodge' itself is great, but its not a 'Resort'. Its what we were expecting and had everything we needed - BUT... The F&B experience was poor. The Buffet dinner on Sunday which was pitched to us three times to reserve was below expectations both on variety and quality. It had extremely limited options. When being seated the wait staff could barely speak to us in English and we were not offered a drink, or given any orientation as to how or where we could obtain one (I went to the bar to purchase). We booked for the dinner over the phone on one of the three calls - which were really motivated by selling the 'Accor Vacation Club' to us. When we arrived for dinner they had no record of our booking and were informed that the food needed to be taken in due to health regulations - this left us 30 minutes to eat a NZD$120 buffet which consisted of sushi and a curry.

Breakfast was slightly better and basically what you expected but again - F&B staff have either no training or desire to be there. A person working the coffee machine at 7:45am would be a reasonable expectation and the offer of a coffee when seated would be fairly low expectations.
10/10
Exceptional
04 Feb 2026
Maragret
Excellent room and staff, will be back again
10/10
Exceptional
01 Feb 2026
Sherry
Grand Mercure Puka was absolutely stunning. The staff were so attentive, the little cottages were clean, bed was very comfortable, was a quiet relaxing stay. The on site restaurant was excellent. Definitely would stay again
Leisure Friends
10/10
Exceptional
14 Jan 2026
Kyle
The staff were so happy and kind. The tree hut room was very unique and lovely. We really enjoyed the hotel.
Leisure Partner
10/10
Exceptional
07 Dec 2025
michelle
Beautiful location, clean and comfortable room, property was extremely nice
Leisure Partner
10/10
Exceptional
28 Nov 2025
Wayne
Room was clean, comfortable and spacious. Staff was friendly and helpful.
Leisure Partner
6/10
Pleasant
16 Nov 2025
Marie
The room was extremely tired, staff very friendly especially Heather on reception.

The complex as a whole would benefit from a revamp.
Leisure Partner
8/10
Excellent
13 Nov 2025
Paul R
Staff uniformly nice.
10/10
Exceptional
10 Nov 2025
Simone
We loved it. Even booked another night longer. Really enjoyed the breakfast buffet, hot tub, sauna, and the sense of place in the forest.
Leisure Partner
10/10
Exceptional
08 Nov 2025
Andrew
Very helpful staff. Lovely cosy room in amongst the trees. The dinner in the restaurant was also very good; however breakfast could be improved (pastries were stale and healthier options were limited)
Leisure Partner
10/10
Exceptional
03 Nov 2025
Andrew
The amount of Steps to room was a bit of a surprise, glad it was not raining, Room was A1, View was bush so no view but this was expected. General staff were good special call out to our waitress Amelia who looked after us over our 3 day stay, very professional and helpful everything that makes a normal stay into something special. also Lauren and Zade who also stepped up to make our stay great. Overall well worth the stay.
Leisure Partner
8/10
Excellent
29 Oct 2025
Sarah
A different stay with chalets in the forest. Have no complaints, or concerns after have stay. Will stay again
Leisure Partner
10/10
Exceptional
11 Oct 2025
Jane and Rudy
Very restful setting. Wouldn't suit people with a cessibility issues although a buggy can be booked for transport to and fro.
Comfortable and convenient accommodation.Great shower. Loved the private deck overlooking bush.
Beautiful pool area. Would go again.
Leisure Partner
10/10
Exceptional
11 Oct 2025
Bobby
Tranquil setting, very tidy premises, amazing views and friendly staff. Thanks Heather and Zade for looking after us on our stay. Note to guests restaurant and in-room dinning closes at 8:30 currently and no robes or slippers available.

Thoroughly enjoyed our stay - we will be back for some more cedar hot tub!
Leisure Family
10/10
Exceptional
02 Oct 2025
Alan
Great place to stay set in beautiful bush surrounds. Fantastic facilities with friendly and welcoming staff.
Leisure Partner
6/10
Pleasant
26 Sep 2025
Veeshana
Enjoyed the facilities available however was disappointed by the fact that I booed a room with a king size bed and it was made up of 2 single beds joined together. Also instead of a king duvet we were given 2 single duvets which kept dislodging when we slept. My partner and I were very disappointed and frustrated as we specifically paid more to book this room and the Tv was not programmed so we could not even watch TV.

Hopefully the hotel will get in touch and try to make amends.
Leisure Partner
10/10
Exceptional
22 Sep 2025
Stephen
Unique
Partner
8/10
Excellent
13 Sep 2025
Roger
Television not easy to use
Staff great
6/10
Pleasant
01 Sep 2025
Swati
No room service on a Sunday was a bummer specially as the weather was really bad and no room service was really inconvenient
Leisure Family
10/10
Exceptional
28 Aug 2025
Lisa
I had an amazing solo getaway. The staff were lovely and really helpful. They let me check in early which was a nice surprise. I particularly enjoyed the heated pool and spa and the close proximity to the beach and pauanui hike. The staff also showed genuine care and told me to be careful on my way down from the hike as it can be slippery when wet. I would definitely come again
Leisure Self
8/10
Excellent
15 Aug 2025
Allan John
Nice setting with cabins sited in a bush location.
10/10
Exceptional
10 Aug 2025
Rakesh
Everything was good. Front office girls were great!
Leisure Partner
10/10
Exceptional
07 Jul 2025
SIMONE
Great accomodation beautiful location walkable to beach.
Partner
10/10
Exceptional
22 May 2025
GURBIR
great staff, really helpful, have great map of activites and locations. even have shovels if youre going to hot water beach
Leisure Partner
10/10
Exceptional
17 Apr 2025
Brenda
Jungle like walkways to rooms, lots of privacy. Heated tile floors, hot tub and pool area.
Had dinner and breakfast buffet. So lovely, sad to leave
Leisure Family
10/10
Exceptional
01 Apr 2025
bertrand
Hotel en montagne offrant un décor tropical magique. Piscine et bain de cèdre chauffé. Restaurant sur place de qualité. Emplacement très tranquille nécessitant transport pour toute sortie Le site est en forte pente et convient peu aux personnes à mobilité réduite.
Leisure Partner
10/10
Exceptional
30 Mar 2025
David
Very nicely outfitted rooms. Great showers and amenities on site. Nice restaurant. Breakfast buffet.
10/10
Exceptional
23 Mar 2025
Verified traveler

What a great place to wake up

Great stay in a stunning location. Loved waking up amongst the trees, so peaceful and quiet. Would highly recommend the location
Partner
10/10
Exceptional
16 Feb 2025
Edwards & Co
Beautiful resort set high in the treetops overlooking the mountains and river. Grrat location to enjoy sunset cocktails on the deck of the restaurant.
Leisure Partner
10/10
Exceptional
15 Feb 2025
Kimberly
Beautiful bungalo in the trees. Our heated floor in the bathroom didnt work but otherwise beautiful.
Leisure Friends
10/10
Exceptional
10 Feb 2025
Sidhesh
Excellent
6/10
Pleasant
09 Feb 2025
Trevor
Far too many stairs
10/10
Exceptional
06 Feb 2025
Dan

Nice hotel

Very good hotel with nice view and good restarant.
One exception. Do not expect pricacy, when you are on the toilet. There is np decent doors between the bathroom and the sleeping room.
Partner
10/10
Exceptional
02 Feb 2025
Theresa
This resort is very unique…it’s like staying in a treehouse! Very comfortable and quiet. Pool is great! They even have free laundry, which was most appreciated. Make sure that you can walk stairs and hills if you want to stay here. We would come back in a heartbeat!
Leisure Partner
10/10
Exceptional
18 Jan 2025
John

Quiet and quaint

A room the trees was a new experience for us. It was quiet and quaint. We highly recommend this resort.
Partner
10/10
Exceptional
15 Jan 2025
Craig
Very hilly, parking is a bit of a hike from your room.
Gorgeous property, feels like you’re in a rainforest.
Excellent buffet breakfast (although essentially identical both days).
Free loan of shovels for hot water beach.
8/10
Excellent
27 Dec 2024
Brian

Nice Spot - Pack light for the hike to your room

Nice property, but be prepared for a good hike to your accommodations
Friends_and_family Family
6/10
Pleasant
23 Dec 2024
Matthew

A mixed bag

The visit was a real mixed bag.

Good - Room comfort overall is good. Most of the staff are friendly/trying their best. The location in the forest is great, nice to have a gym and pool etc. It could be romantic, but is a little bit of a walk to the beach/up a steep hill.

Bad - The property and grounds need a lot of maintenance. Some of the access is very steep. Dinner was ok, breakfast is poor/disorganised. Overall it doesn't feel very 4* service. The staff do try, but either the place is under funded or not well managed.
Friends_and_family Family
8/10
Excellent
12 Dec 2024
Francesca
The room was really lovely and spacious. Big comfy bed, very nice bathroom with heated floor, great balcony, big fridge and they even had plates/bowls/cutlery. The outdoor pool was nice and had a sauna and a hot tub (although the hot tub wasn't very warm). Good little gym, great tennis court and free mountain bikes! They also had free laundry which was amazing. The breakfast was ok, fairly standard buffet with fresh and tinned fruit, yogurts, cereals, sliced bread, pastries, cheese, meat and some hot food in heated trays (scrambled eggs, sausages, bacon, baked beans). We didn't eat any other meals there as found some better looking restaurants nearby. The staff were very friendly and helpful.
Leisure Partner
8/10
Excellent
08 Dec 2024
Nicola
Felt very safe and cared for
6/10
Pleasant
03 Dec 2024
Richard
I feel like this place was pretty special a few years ago. The resort is built on the side of a huge hill, and, i'm guessing, used to be serviced by staff that would run you up in a golf cart, etc. - They seem understaffed, now, and you're kinda on your own for everything. If you're a hiker, and under 30, this might work for you. Otherwise, get ready to climb. - I'm not exaggerating. The cottage itself was cute, and nestled in the ferns, but, everything seems a little worn and dated.
Leisure Partner
10/10
Exceptional
22 Nov 2024
Angela

Special stay

The grounds of the property are beautiful and we enjoyed using the amenities like the tennis court, pool and hot tub. It was also very nice that they would lend items like shovels for use at hot water beach free of charge. I enjoyed the stay.
Friends_and_family Family
10/10
Exceptional
11 Nov 2024
David
Nice comfortable clean room set in a beautiful wooded location on a hillside. Lots of birdsong to sit and listen to on the attached deck. Very nice beach within walking distance. on-site restaurant has wonderful setting and ambience, food is good but not great. Pauanui is a little too quiet for my taste... only one road in and out, and only 2 restaurants open in the evening (other than the property), but I wouldn't ding the hotel for that.
Leisure Self
10/10
Exceptional
23 Oct 2024
Cristian
Specially the Staff. Emile was a very good person, even he speaks Spanish.

Really great
Leisure Partner
10/10
Exceptional
22 Oct 2024
Christine
It’s a little bit of paradise in the bush but only minutes to the beach.
The only thing that lets it down is the food, definitely not 5 star food, we were there for 3 nights and our original intention was to have dinner there for all 3 nights, but my dinner was very basic and definitely not a lot of it, was very disappointed, we went out for dinner the remaining 2 nights, plus breakfast again is basic food that you make at home every day!
Leisure Partner
10/10
Exceptional
18 Aug 2024
Kevin
Outstanding is the only to describe this property . The treetops rooms are all up the steep driveway however staff are only to happy to transfer all guests with the golf cart. The meals in Miah restaurant are international standard
Leisure Partner
8/10
Excellent
25 Jul 2024
Irene

Good for fit and able people

Beautiful area, nice scenery, quiet. The hotel and rooms are lovely and well made but the rooms are up a one-way hill making access to them quite inconvenient.

If you have babies or small children, this makes things difficult and less enjoyable.

Wouldn't recommend coming to Pauanui in Winter, mostly because there are very few options for food.
Friends_and_family Family
10/10
Exceptional
30 Jun 2024
Sam
This was a beautiful place to stay with great service. I would definitely stay here again.
Leisure Partner
10/10
Exceptional
09 Jun 2024
Colleen
The accommodations were wonderful and staff was very welcoming, friendly, and helpful. We would definitely stay again when visiting New Zealand.
Leisure Partner
10/10
Exceptional
26 Feb 2024
ANUJ

Hotels review

Amazingly, every hotel we stayed at so far has been really wonderful and excellent in hospitality, cleanliness, professional service and staff!
Partner
10/10
Exceptional
02 Feb 2024
Paolo
Great property close to the beach. Rooms are awesome cabanas nestled into the woods.
Really awesome nature around us. Only thing is its an uphill climb to all rooms.They do offer golf cart lifts on request to the rooms and let you take your car upto the to unload luggage.
Rooms are spacious and very comfortable with balconies. Restaurant is good could be much better with a little organization. Overall we had a great stay
Leisure Partner
10/10
Exceptional
31 Jan 2024
Amy

Short

Had a great one night stay. Wish we could have stayed longer.
Partner
10/10
Exceptional
18 Jan 2024
Deb
This is a stunning property. Peaceful, natural, and impeccable staff and service. Located near a beautiful beach, a rewarding hike, and in a very relaxed town. Lovely pool, sauna, and cedar hot tub as well. We loved our stay and will recommend it without reservation!
Leisure Partner
10/10
Exceptional
21 Aug 2023
Michael
Beautiful room set in gorgeous scenic forests, good restaurant with lovely food.
Leisure Partner
10/10
Exceptional
15 Jul 2023
Reece
Fantastic stay.
8/10
Excellent
16 Apr 2023
Antony
Quiet setting.
Very limited dinning options, a big drive to anywhere
Leisure Family_with_children
10/10
Exceptional
05 Feb 2023
Joseph
Like staying in beautiful rain forest with excellent restaurant
Leisure Partner
10/10
Exceptional
13 Jan 2023
Tara
Truly one of the most memorable properties - well appointed private chalets tucked amidst lush green, so beautiful and peaceful. Top notch humans also!
Leisure Self
10/10
Exceptional
26 Nov 2022
MALGORZATA
Unbelievable rain forest scenery.
Leisure Partner
6/10
Pleasant
24 Oct 2022
Verified traveler

Puka Park Retreat

Facilities were great, peaceful and tranquil in the bush setting. Advertised hot breakfasts but due to staff shortages there were none and no-one to restock in the continental buffet, coffee was burnt so not great in that department. Manager for the day was sitting down at the checkout desk with one other when there was only one grumpy, stressed out person trying to make coffees, clear tables, and restock, so should have been up helping out in breakfast area. Did get a small discount off our room as compensation but not the point of being in a secluded resort if you have to leave to get food.
Partner
10/10
Exceptional
21 Jun 2022
Dawn
The facilities were perfect for our winter stay and the food in the restaurant was excellent. I would definitely recommend a stay at Puka Park
Leisure
10/10
Exceptional
14 May 2022
XIN LEI

Privacy place

Good vacation at privacy place
Friends_and_family Family
10/10
Exceptional
27 Mar 2022
Margaret
Lovely peaceful place to stay.
Not good if you have mobility problems as access to units is very very steep
Leisure Partner
10/10
Exceptional
31 Jan 2022
MELANIE
Excellent modern renovated stay in Tawa tree hut.
Carpark easy walk to our room . We stayed in room 2.
Lunch was wonderful , didn’t have dinner here.
Easy walk to the shops 20 mins and beautiful beach 15 mins.
Leisure Family
8/10
Excellent
25 Jan 2022
Verified traveler

Comfortable luxury

We went for a family holiday, and loved how comfortable and well appointed the room was. Everything seemed nice and luxurious.

The only real negative was: We were there for 6 nights, and the bed linens were not changed, but the overall stay was very enjoyable.
Friends_and_family Family
10/10
Exceptional
25 Jan 2022
Simon

A treetop escape

The room was fantastic and nestled into the trees. The Kauri Chalet has a wallbed/Murphy bed that folds up for extra room in the living room, which is great! It also had in room laundry that was very useful.

A great and relaxing stay, a perfect escape in the forest, it feels very secluded and private.
Friends_and_family Family
8/10
Excellent
18 Jan 2022
Michael

Nice resort

Fantastic service. Nice resort although the hillside location may not suit older guests
Friends_and_family Family
10/10
Exceptional
14 Dec 2021
Verified traveler

Great stay

Excellent anniversary stay. Staff were very friendly and also very responsive to requests prior to the stay. Enjoyed the food
Partner
10/10
Exceptional
30 Oct 2021
Max
Wonderful surroundings for accommodation. The chalets are well set up and incredibly comfortable. Staff helpful and friendly.
Leisure Partner
8/10
Excellent
25 Oct 2021
Lisa
Lovely peaceful setting. Would have loved to have had a small sachet of bubble bath for the lovely bath in our room. Shame there were no movies available on Sky, most hotels have at least 2 free movies available.
Leisure Partner
8/10
Excellent
14 Jun 2021
Verified traveler
Facilities were fantastic
accommodation was very comfortable
Breakfast time waitresses were not very efficient could do with a bit more people skills and attention to detail breakfast toke 40 minutes to come out
Leisure Partner
6/10
Pleasant
13 May 2021
Verified traveler
Over priced for what it is. Pauanui is also not a great location as everything closes at 7pm (!!!), we were disappointed in both the Puka Park (locals strongly suggested we NOT eat at the in-house restaurant, even though there is virtually nowhere else to eat dinner in Pauanui!!), and in Pauanui itself which is still a soulless outpost of Auckland where it seems you are required to 'show-off' your new house/car/boat/jet-ski/mistress to a bunch of similar-minded Aucklanders who have all forgotten that beach holidays are meant to be laid-back casual, relaxed and unpretentious ,and preferably undertaken in an old run-down beach house with character soul and ambience. if you want a beach escape on the Coromandel AVOID Pauanui!
Leisure Partner
10/10
Exceptional
28 Mar 2021
Verified traveler
We liked the tastefully furnished chalet which was situated in a private and tranquil bush setting. We enjoyed our dinner at the hotel restaurant which offered a good range of choices on their menu. The parking is some distance from the chalets but the free golf cart service provided was excellent.
Leisure Friends
10/10
Exceptional
21 Feb 2021
Verified traveler
Villas with balconies amongst the ferns & bush made this one of the loveliest settings we've stayed in.
Leisure Partner
4/10
Poor
10 Jan 2021
GLENN
Not up to the high Mercure standard that I am used to. Quite pricey for what you get.
Partner
6/10
Pleasant
21 Sep 2020
Verified traveler
Improvement in cleaning is needed. Remote control for tv was disgusting!! Smell of the room was not good. Felt like the room was not cleaned for long
Leisure Partner
10/10
Exceptional
14 Sep 2020
Verified traveler

A hidden gem in the forest

All the dishes, plates, cups and utensils are sanitised and wrapped inside plastic bags. Even the TV remote controls are sanitised! That gives me comfort in staying the hotel during Covid. The bed is a bit soft for my taste but love the chalet which is surrounded by trees.
Partner
10/10
Exceptional
06 Jul 2020
David
Very nice room and premise.
A little attention needed to appliances.
TV remote not working.
Smoke detector right above kettle and set off when kettle boils.
Air con did not appear to maintain proper temp.
Partner
6/10
Pleasant
03 Jun 2020
Dane
Positives - rooms are lovely inside, spacious, and nestled amongst the trees. Great feeling of escaping the city. Nice swimming pool (though due to weather we couldn't use it). Restaurant manager made us amazing margaritas and his service and customer service were top notch. Dinner food was mainly very tasty and well cooked.

To be aware of - some (not all) of the rooms are an actual small hike away from reception and parking areas. Be prepared for a lot of steep uphill walking with baggage, or make sure you select a room lower on the hill.

Negatives - dinner menu is very small, so you'll run out of choices quickly if you're staying a few days.
Paid barista coffee for breakfast was one of the worst I've ever had, large jug of hot milk basically. Must be from a machine. Some
Partner
8/10
Excellent
22 Mar 2020
Verified traveler
Location of chalets & nice & relaxing with minimal noise
Leisure Partner
10/10
Exceptional
25 Feb 2020
Verified traveler

it was indeed a lovely stay though too short! I have one comment to make though-it's about the food I received - the seafood chowder I ordered had some pieces of shell which I thought was my tooth-fortunately not! I told the waiter and he said he would let the chef know-I thought I would have had an apology because that is not acceptable.
Friends_and_family Family
8/10
Excellent
23 Feb 2020
Verified traveler
Nice room and private setting, restaurant food was average and could have been a few more luxuries like more than 2 towels, no bathrobes etc.
Leisure Partner
10/10
Exceptional
13 Jan 2020
Verified traveler
Peaceful and quiet and sunny and nice pool good food
Friends_and_family Family
6/10
Pleasant
08 Dec 2019
Verified traveler

Regrettably, we made the wrong hotel choice

Place shows its age. Much neglected landscaping as well.
Overall, we had two folks (Waiter from Italy and one lady in reception) that were sincere and pleasant. For the rest, not too impressed.
Partner
8/10
Excellent
02 Dec 2019
Sleepless
The bed in our room was a fold down from the wall and not the most comfortable bed, not good!
Leisure Partner
6/10
Pleasant
21 Nov 2019
Verified traveler
We liked the hotel however a few cobwebs in our suite. We were given no indication that it was on the steepest hill possible to get to the room. No special treatment was given so don't expect it. We had to change out our own linens and soaps and such since the bag was just left by our door. Also my husband fixed their ceiling fan because it was about to fall apart on us and all we received was a thanks. Not that we expected anything in return but some kind of acknowledgement would have been really appreciated.
Leisure Family
8/10
Excellent
16 Nov 2019
Verified traveler
Peaceful location. Orientation of the bed should have faced the tv. Some ants in bed.
Leisure Partner
10/10
Exceptional
11 Oct 2019
Verified traveler
Great location. The beautiful warm pool. Lovely chalet and excellent staff. Thoroughly recommended.
Leisure
10/10
Exceptional
22 Sep 2019
Verified traveler
It was amazing. Awesome rooms, stunning service and great food in the restaurant. Would totally recommend Puka Park.
Leisure
10/10
Exceptional
14 Sep 2019
Verified traveler

Luxury surrounded by Coromandel beauty

Loved the chalet we had at this resort. Staff were very helpful and service was great. We loved the small touches like fresh milk for our tea in the morning, and the choice of pillows like foam. I would definitely stay again and enjoy the 38 degree spa for a little bit longer!
Partner

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Grand Mercure Puka Park Resort
Mount Avenue Pauanui Beach, Pauanui, New Zealand

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