Te Nikau Retreat - Hostel

2.0 star property
Enjoy the free WiFi at this Te Miko hostel

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Standard Cabin, 1 Double Bed with Sofa bed, Non Smoking | Terrace/patio
Living area
Standard Cabin, 1 Double Bed with Sofa bed, Non Smoking
Standard Suite, 2 Bedrooms, Non Smoking, Kitchenette | Garden view
Economy Cabin, 1 Double Bed, Garden Area (Koru)

Reviews

8.2 out of 10
Very good

Popular amenities

  • Parking included
  • Free WiFi
  • Laundry

Explore the area

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19 Hartmount Place, Te Miko, 7873
  • Place, Truman Track
    ‪7 min walk‬
  • Place, Paparoa National Park
    ‪8 min walk‬
  • Place, Pororari River Track
    ‪2 min drive‬
  • Airport, Westport (WSZ)
    ‪65 min drive‬

Room options

Standard Room, Non Smoking, Shared Bathroom (Te Nikau Loft)

  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Twin Bed
  • Free WiFi

Standard Double Room, 1 Double Bed, Non Smoking, Shared Bathroom

  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed
  • Free WiFi

Standard Suite, 1 Bedroom, Non Smoking, Shared Bathroom (Te Nikau Lodge King)

  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed OR 2 Twin Beds
  • Free WiFi

Standard Double Room, Multiple Beds, Non Smoking, Shared Bathroom

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(1 review)
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Double Bed and 1 Twin Bed
  • Free WiFi

Standard Suite, 1 Double Bed with Sofa bed, Non Smoking, Kitchenette

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(1 review)
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Double Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed
  • Free WiFi

Standard Double Room, 1 Double Bed, Non Smoking, Ensuite

  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed
  • Free WiFi

Standard Shared Dormitory, 1 Twin Bed, Non Smoking, Shared Bathroom

  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Twin Bed
  • Free WiFi

Standard Suite, 1 Bedroom, Non Smoking, Shared Bathroom (Te Nikau Lodge Twin)

  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Twin Beds
  • Free WiFi

Standard Room, Non Smoking, Shared Bathroom

  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed
  • Free WiFi

Standard Suite, 2 Bedrooms, Non Smoking, Kitchenette

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(1 review)
  • 2 bedrooms
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double Beds and 1 Twin Bed
  • Free WiFi

Standard Shared Dormitory, 1 Twin Bed, Non Smoking, Shared Bathroom

  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Twin Bed
  • Free WiFi

Standard Cabin, 1 Double Bed with Sofa bed, Non Smoking

  • Garden view
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Double Bed and 1 Twin Sofa Bed
  • Free WiFi

Standard Room, Non Smoking, Shared Bathroom

  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed
  • Free WiFi

Standard Double or Twin Room, Multiple Beds, Non Smoking, Ensuite

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(1 review)
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Double Bed and 1 Twin Bed
  • Free WiFi

Comfort Apartment, 1 Bedroom, Garden View, Garden Area (Mamaku Cottage)

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(1 review)
  • Garden view
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Queen Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed
  • Free WiFi

Economy Cabin, 1 Double Bed, Garden Area (Koru)

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(2 reviews)
  • Garden view
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed
  • Free WiFi

xBasic Tent, 1 Queen Bed, Garden View, Garden Area (Stargazer)

  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed
  • Free WiFi

Comfort Apartment, 1 Bedroom, Accessible, Ocean View

  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Queen Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed
  • Free WiFi

About the area

Te Miko

Steps from the beach.Within a 10-minute walk of the hostel, you'll find Truman Track and Paparoa National Park. Pororari River Track and Punakaiki Beach are also within 2 miles (3 km).

What's nearby

  • Truman Track - 7 min walk - 0.6 km
  • Paparoa National Park - 8 min walk - 0.7 km
  • Pororari River Track - 2 min drive - 2.2 km
  • West Coast Rail Trail - 52 min drive - 61.0 km
  • Monteith's Brewing Company - 53 min drive - 61.8 km

Getting around

  • Hokitika (HKK) - 78 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Pancake Rocks Cafe - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Punakaiki Tavern - ‬2 min drive
  • ‪Jacobs - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪Bach Espresso - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Ocean View Retreat - ‬5 min drive

About this property

Te Nikau Retreat - Hostel

Enjoy the free WiFi at this Te Miko hostel
As a guest of Te Nikau Retreat - Hostel, you'll find tour/ticket assistance, a garden, and laundry facilities. WiFi is free in public spaces. Self parking is free.

This Te Miko hostel is smoke free.

  • 16 guestrooms or units
  • Self-service laundry
  • Front desk (limited hours)
  • Storage area for luggage
  • Tour and ticket information
  • Garden
  • No smoking on site
Te Nikau Retreat - Hostel offers 16 accommodations. Guests can surf the web using the complimentary wireless Internet access. Bathrooms include showers.

Similar properties

Property amenities

Family friendly

  • Laundry facilities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Free self parking on site

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Grab bar near toilet
  • No elevator
  • Wheelchair accessibility

Room amenities

Bathroom

  • Shower
  • Towels provided

More

  • Heating

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3 PM; Check-in end time: 8:00 PM
Late check-in subject to availability

Check-out

Check-out before 10 AM

Special check-in instructions

The front desk is open daily from 9 AM - 8 PM
The check-in location differs from the property location; go to: [19 Hartmount Place]
Front desk staffed during limited hours
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Access methods

Front desk (limited hours)

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Rollaway/extra beds are not available.

Property payment types

Important information

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
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher
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 accepts Visa and Mastercard. For guests' safety, the property includes a fire extinguisher in each accommodation.

National rating

Property class, provided by our rating system, is based on property type, amenities, and services.

Property is also known as

Te Nikau Retreat Hostel Punakaiki
Te Nikau Retreat Hostel
Te Nikau Retreat Punakaiki
Te Nikau Retreat
Te Nikau Retreat
Te Nikau Retreat - Hostel Te Miko
Te Nikau Retreat - Hostel Hostel/Backpacker accommodation

Frequently asked questions

How close is Te Nikau Retreat - Hostel to the airport?

Te Nikau Retreat - Hostel is 35.3 mi (58-min drive) away from the Westport (WSZ) airport, the closest popular airport to the property.

How much does it cost to stay at Te Nikau Retreat - Hostel?

As of Jun 12, 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Te Nikau Retreat - Hostel on Jul 10, 2026 start from CA $67, 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 Te Nikau Retreat - Hostel have an airport shuttle?

Airport shuttle services are not available at Te Nikau Retreat - Hostel.

How close is Te Nikau Retreat - Hostel to the beach?

This hostel is 1.5 mi (3-min drive) from Punakaiki Beach.

Does Te Nikau Retreat - Hostel offer free breakfast?

Te Nikau Retreat - Hostel does not offer free breakfast.

Is there a casino at Te Nikau Retreat - Hostel?

No, there is no casino at this hostel.

What time is check-in at Te Nikau Retreat - Hostel?

Check-in start time: 3 PM; Check-in end time: 8:00 PM.

Is there free parking at Te Nikau Retreat - Hostel?

This hostel offers free self parking.

Does Te Nikau Retreat - Hostel have a pool?

Te Nikau Retreat - Hostel does not have a pool.

Does Te Nikau Retreat - Hostel have a spa?

There are no spa services available at this hostel.

How close is Te Nikau Retreat - Hostel to downtown Te Miko?

Te Nikau Retreat - Hostel is 0.1 mi away from Te Miko.

Te Nikau Retreat - Hostel Reviews

Reviews

8.2

Very good

Rating 10 - Excellent. 83 out of 213 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 86 out of 213 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 27 out of 213 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 10 out of 213 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 7 out of 213 reviews

8.2/10

Cleanliness

8.8/10

Staff & service

7.6/10

Amenities

7.8/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

Verified

8/10 Good

Sharon

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Loved that it was in a rain forest.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Philippa

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Very clean rooms and full kitchen, deep in the jungle bush which was lovely. Easy checkin and good internet. Nice and warm at night.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Tim

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Amazing setting in the bush with clean, characterful lodges and rooms. I'm a kiwi and I've been coming back for decades. It's never failed to impress
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026
Verified

6/10 Okay

Toshi

Ok for 1 night
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025
Verified

8/10 Good

Duane

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Tropical feel. We had so much room and the kitchen was sufficiently equiped. However, here are my suggestions: Screens so we can get fresh air with no mosquito attacks, Linnens are alway more inviting when crips white, the kitchen counter was a beautiful wood slab but it retains the odor of food. Remove extra kitchen cups and unnecessary utensils for less clutter.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026
Verified

8/10 Good

Julie

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
For an off the beaten track stay, was perfect.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025
Verified

4/10 Poor

Monica

Liked: Cleanliness
Disliked: Property conditions & facilities
Room and buildings were tired and clearly in need of upgrades. Staff pleasant and great location but had banging water pipes all night (about every 15 minutes) , noise bleed from kitchen and adjacent bedrooms as poor insulation against noise- hear doors sliding open & shut, hearing people pee in next door room as if in same room as us. Location fabulous but just old and tired. Not what we were really expecting.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2026
Verified

8/10 Good

vaughan

Liked: Staff & service, amenities
Disliked: Cleanliness
Friendly and helpful staff, beautiful location with a stunning beach walk right on our doorstep.
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Ranid

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Really good prices, friendly and efficient staff and cosy and unique. Really loved staying there!
Verified

8/10 Good

Jeanette

Loved the location
Verified

6/10 Okay

Axel

Liked: Staff & service, amenities
Disliked: Cleanliness
Quiet remote location with beach access, facilities have potential for a renovation
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025
Verified

8/10 Good

Gengxin

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Very unique location right in the jungle, close to a good beach.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Rachel

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
What a gem of a hostel! Our private room had a beautiful balcony that overlook the forest and the beach. It was very clean and cozy, and the bed was really comfortable! Would definitely stay again!
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Póla

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
I stayed 1 night here with family and really enjoyed it. We arrrived just at sun set and the owner met us. We went straight to the beach from the property via a forest track where you can watch the sunset. We had a large self catering cottage to ourselves and our room was ensuite. Very pleasant stay and really quiet location. I would definitely recommend it and I would stay again.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Had a great time
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2024
Verified

6/10 Okay

Hemmaphan

Liked: Staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Disliked: Cleanliness
The cleanliness could definitely be improved, as there was a lot of dust and no body soap or shampoo provided. The rain made it difficult to drive to the cabin. However, the staff were kind.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Stefan

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Nice hostel in the rainforest within 5min to an awesome beach.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2024
Verified

8/10 Good

kameta

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very lovely property
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Antony

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Thanks to the staff, Loved site and surrounding hiking trails
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Beryl

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very restful and private in amongst beautiful native bush.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2023
Verified

8/10 Good

Adrienne

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
A quiet peaceful retreat away from the maddening crowds and close to nature at its best
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Nathalie

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Got a private room. Very cozy. very peaceful outside in the nature
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Cassie

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We loved this accommodation! Such a neat experience staying in the middle of NZ native bush land right on the coast. Super close to where we wanted to be & it had everything we needed & more than expected. Very cool experience whether you are a kiwi or international traveller
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Graham

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Peaceful native bush setting. Short walk to wild beach
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

john

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Great place, great staff, great location,...... woeful wifi
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2024