Paparoa Park Motel

Good location and exactly as advertised.

The only thing that maybe we missed was that there was a heating element to be able to cook. It would have been good to know that beforehand but maybe we missed it.

Roomy and easy check in.

One heater didn’t work. and low water pressure in shower.

Loved the studio rooms. They were close to the road but it wasn't noticeable. Lockwood type unit with lots of light and room to spread out. Could park outside the unit. Bed was comfortable and had electric blankets. Plenty of space to store bags and gear. I swear I heard a kiwi during the night. Wifi worked OK and was included.

Self check-in is less personable but was quick, easy and simple and fair enough in the quiet season. There was also a number to call if needed so not really much of a negative.

Stunning view in bush surroundings. 2 bed unit spacious for the 4 of us.

The ratings on this website did not prepare us for how grubby & tired this unit was. It is “off-season”, mid-winter so maybe they are due a repaint, but the first thing I saw walking in was oily wipe marks left on the stove, then all the scuff marks on the walls & ceilings. Food smooch on the wall & sofa too. Bathroom was clean but shower drain cover floated around while you were in there. Sheets came off the single beds as soon as you moved showing no mattress protectors and the extra blanket smelled of someone else’s dinner. We rolled up the rug in the lounge area because it looked so grubby. I note the owners were not there but others covering for them- obviously not good enough substitutes.