Purakaunui Inlet Tours

Purakaunui Inlet is a lovely place to enjoy some time out from the bustle of everyday life. See if any water activities are on offer here, or just enjoy the calm ambiance.

Located in Otago, this body of water is well worth a look. But you'll find tons more to check out in the area. Penguin Place, Royal Albatross Centre, and Warrington Beach aren't too far away from Purakaunui Inlet.

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La Quinta by Wyndham Remarkables Park Queenstown

La Quinta by Wyndham Remarkables Park Queenstown

4 out of 5
Frankton
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$865
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Feb 25 - Mar 4
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Roundtrip flight included
Auckland (AKL) to Queenstown (ZQN)
8.8/10 Excellent! (1,356 reviews)
Clean and comfortable room. The laundry in room was great. Parking is a little iffy, but does work, and the staff is super nice. There is a little store, but no restaurant on site so if you’re hungry after your flight, stop and eat first. Absolutely beautiful views!!

Reviewed on Dec 20, 2025

Garden Court Suites And Apartments

Garden Court Suites And Apartments

4.5 out of 5
Queenstown City Centre
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$1,947
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Feb 25 - Mar 4
found 8 hours ago
Roundtrip flight included
Auckland (AKL) to Queenstown (ZQN)
9/10 Wonderful! (1,044 reviews)
Friendly staff. Beautiful lake view. Well equipped. Comfortable stay.

Reviewed on Dec 6, 2025

LyLo Queenstown

LyLo Queenstown

5 out of 5
Queenstown City Centre
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Price was $1,934, price is now $1,318 per person
$1,318
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Feb 25 - Mar 4
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Auckland (AKL) to Queenstown (ZQN)
8.4/10 Very Good! (686 reviews)
Staff was excellent. Loved the balcony.

Reviewed on Dec 15, 2025

Popular places to visit

Jewelled Gecko's are one of the many testaments to the wonderful work the sanctuary does - they bring endangered species to live and roam around the forest, safe from predators. Your money

Orokonui Ecosanctuary

You can take time to visit Orokonui Ecosanctuary during your travels to Mount Cargill. Check out the top-notch restaurants or charming cafes in this walkable area.

Orokonui Ecosanctuary
Royal Albatross Centre which includes rocky coastline, mist or fog and a gorge or canyon

Royal Albatross Centre

4.5/5(48 reviews)

Get close to some of New Zealand’s rarest and most spectacular birds at Taiaroa Head.

Royal Albatross Centre
Dunedin featuring a church or cathedral and indigenous culture

Otakou Marae

Visit this community center to learn about the activities of the Maori people of the Otago Peninsula. See Maori artwork and attend a festival.

Otakou Marae
This piece of land on the Otago Peninsula was made into a reserve in the 1980's, to make sure it would always be protected for the Yellow Eyed Penguins. It is a self-funded conservation project that provides for the birds that make it their home - the nests are provided and their habitat is maintained and restored, there is a research program and a hospital for injured or sick birds. The tour takes you to the opposite coast where you can see the penguins come into shore and learn about their strange ways. We saw yellow eyed penguins, little blues and also fur seals. The yellow eyed penguins are endangered, because their juvenile survival rate is incredibly low, and they aren't prolific breeders. Tama, our guide, was funny and entertaining and the whole trip was well worth the $52/pp cost!

Penguin Place

4.5/5(21 reviews)

Explore the great outdoors at Penguin Place, a lovely green space in Harington Point. Wander the picturesque gardens in this trendy area.

Penguin Place
Larnach Castle

Larnach Castle

4.5/5(37 reviews)

Discover tales of romance and tragedy, see rare Victorian furniture and take in stunning ocean vistas at New Zealand’s only castle.

Larnach Castle
Signal Hill

Signal Hill

5/5(11 reviews)

Bike, drive or walk to this hilltop lookout to admire the uninterrupted views over Dunedin’s Pacific Ocean coastline and Otago Harbour.

Signal Hill

Best Lodging Options Near Purakaunui Inlet

Iconic Historic Seaside Cottage

Iconic Historic Seaside Cottage

Purakanui Inlet Dunedin City
Iconic Historic Seaside Cottage
Nature on your door step

Nature on your door step

Waitati Otago
Nature on your door step
Melmarie Cosy Retreat X by Tiny Away

Melmarie Cosy Retreat X by Tiny Away

Waitati Otago Region
Melmarie Cosy Retreat X by Tiny Away
Scenic Hotel Dunedin City

Scenic Hotel Dunedin City

4.5 out of 5
123 Princes Street Dunedin
Scenic Hotel Dunedin City
Scenic Hotel Southern Cross

Scenic Hotel Southern Cross

4.5 out of 5
118 High Street Dunedin
Scenic Hotel Southern Cross
Craftsman built house provides stunning retreat

Craftsman built house provides stunning retreat

Dunedin City Otago
Craftsman built house provides stunning retreat
Larnach Lodge

Larnach Lodge

4 out of 5
145 Camp Road Dunedin
Larnach Lodge
Kingsgate Hotel Dunedin

Kingsgate Hotel Dunedin

3.5 out of 5
10 Smith Street Dunedin
Kingsgate Hotel Dunedin
Dunedin Leisure Lodge - A Distinction Hotel

Dunedin Leisure Lodge - A Distinction Hotel

4 out of 5
30 Duke Street Dunedin
Dunedin Leisure Lodge - A Distinction Hotel
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