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Opononi Lighthouse Motel

2.5 star property
Unwind at this charming motel and explore historic surroundings while enjoying convenient amenities like laundry facilities.

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Private spa tub
Garden
Garden
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Private spa tub
Located in the heart of Opononi's historical district, Opononi Lighthouse Motel offers a cozy retreat with a sunny terrace and laundry facilities. Connect to WiFi, unwind with a book from the library or store your bike safely. The helpful staff has left a lasting impression on previous guests.

Reviews

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful

Popular amenities

  • Housekeeping
  • Laundry
  • Free WiFi
  • Parking included
The current price is AU$228
includes taxes & fees
18 Feb - 19 Feb

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One Bedroom Unit | Living area

One Bedroom Unit

Highlights

Balcony or patio
Separate dining area
Separate sitting area
Heating
Kitchenette
Fridge
TV
Separate bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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Two Bedroom Family Unit | Living area

Two Bedroom Family Unit

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Balcony or patio
Separate dining area
Separate sitting area
Heating
Kitchenette
Fridge
TV
2 bedrooms
  • Partial sea view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Queen Bed and 2 Single Beds

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Two Bedroom Unit

Two Bedroom Unit

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Balcony or patio
Separate dining area
Separate sitting area
Heating
Kitchenette
Fridge
TV
2 bedrooms
  • Partial ocean view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Queen Bed and 2 Single Beds

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One Bedroom Triple Unit | Living area

One Bedroom Triple Unit

Highlights

Balcony or patio
Separate dining area
Separate sitting area
Heating
Kitchenette
Fridge
TV
Separate bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Queen Bed and 1 Single Bed

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Studio Access Unit | Living area

Studio Access Unit

Highlights

Balcony or patio
Separate dining area
Separate sitting area
Heating
Kitchenette
Fridge
TV
Private bathroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Double Bed and 2 Single Beds

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Studio Unit

Studio Unit

Highlights

Balcony or patio
Separate dining area
Separate sitting area
Heating
Fridge
TV
Private bathroom
Rainfall showerhead
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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Family Unit

Family Unit

Highlights

Balcony or patio
Separate dining area
Separate sitting area
Heating
Kitchenette
Fridge
TV
Separate bedroom
  • Partial ocean view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Queen Bed and 2 Single Beds

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About the area

Map
45 State Highway 12, Opononi, 0452

What's nearby

  • Opononi Beach - 1 min walk
  • Pakia Hill Lookout - 4 min drive
  • Omapere Beach - 5 min drive
  • Hokianga Harbour - 14 min drive
  • Motuti Marae - 89 min drive

Getting around

  • Kerikeri (KKE-Bay of Islands) - 68 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪The Landing Cafe - ‬6 min walk
  • ‪Opononi Beach Takeaways - ‬7 min walk
  • ‪The Boar & Marlin - ‬7 min walk
  • ‪Harbourside Cafe - ‬4 min drive

About this property

Opononi Lighthouse Motel

Motel in the historical district
You can look forward to a terrace, a library and laundry facilities at Opononi Lighthouse Motel. Stay connected with free in-room WiFi.
Other perks include:
  • Free self-parking
  • A front desk safe, bike parking and luggage storage
  • A fish cleaning table and barbecues
  • Guest reviews speak highly of the helpful staff
Room features
All guest rooms at Opononi Lighthouse Motel feature comforts, such as laptop-compatible safes and separate sitting areas, as well as amenities, such as free WiFi and separate dining areas.
Extra conveniences in all rooms include:
  • Bathrooms with free toiletries and hairdryers
  • Balconies or patios, wardrobes/cupboards and separate sitting areas

Languages

English

Property amenities

Internet

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

Parking and transport

  • Free uncovered self parking on site

Things to do

  • Library

Family friendly

  • In-room microwave
  • In-room refrigerator
  • Laundry facilities
  • Separate in-room dining area

Conveniences

  • Laundry facilities
  • Limited-hour front desk
  • Luggage storage
  • Safe at front desk

Guest services

  • Housekeeping (daily)

Outdoors

  • Barbecue grill
  • Terrace

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 lift
  • Stair-free path to entrance
  • Well-lit path to entrance
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • TV

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Electric kettle
  • Microwave
  • Refrigerator
  • Separate dining area
  • Toaster

More

  • Heating
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Laptop-compatible safe
  • Separate sitting area

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 2 PM; check-in end time: 7:00 PM
Early check-in subject to availability
Late check-in subject to availability
Minimum check-in age - 20

Check-out

Check-out before 10 AM
Contactless check-out

Special check-in instructions

The front desk is open daily from 8:30 AM - 7:00 PM
Front desk staffed during limited hours
If you are planning to arrive after 8:30 PM please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation

Access methods

Front desk (limited hours)

Pets

Pets not allowed (service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees)

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
Rollaway/extra beds are available for NZD 20.0 per day.
Cots (infant beds) are not available

Payment types

Important information

Optional extras

  • Rollaway bed fee: NZD 20.0 per day

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

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
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a security system and a first aid kit

We should mention

This property does not have any lifts
This property's policy is to refuse certain bookings for the purpose of group events or parties, including stag and hen parties
Only registered guests are allowed in the guestrooms
Alcohol is not served at this property

National rating

For the benefit of our customers, we have provided a rating based on our ratings system.

Property is also known as

Opononi Lighthouse Motel
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Frequently asked questions

Is Opononi Lighthouse Motel pet-friendly?

No, only service animals are welcome at the property.

How much does it cost to stay at Opononi Lighthouse Motel?

As of 9 Feb 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Opononi Lighthouse Motel on 18 Feb 2025 start from AU$228.22, including 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.

How much is parking at Opononi Lighthouse Motel?

Self-parking is free at this property.

What time is check-in at Opononi Lighthouse Motel?

Check-in start time: 2 PM; check-in end time: 7:00 PM. Late check-in is available during limited hours.

What time is check-out at Opononi Lighthouse Motel?

Checkout is at 10 AM.

Where is Opononi Lighthouse Motel located?

Situated in Opononi, this beach motel is steps from Opononi Beach and within 3 mi (5 km) of Omapere Beach and Pakia Hill Lookout. Hokianga Harbour and Hokianga Art Gallery are also within 12 miles (20 km).

Opononi Lighthouse Motel Reviews

Reviews

9.0

Wonderful

Rating 10 - Excellent. 185 out of 341 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 121 out of 341 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 32 out of 341 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 1 out of 341 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 2 out of 341 reviews

9.4/10

Cleanliness

9.2/10

Staff & service

8.8/10

Amenities

8.6/10

Property conditions & facilities

9.0/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Cynthia

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Beautiful location, very friendly and helpful staff. Lovely new property.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Mathew

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Perfect stay. Great hosts, location, accommodation, parking, etc., etc. Thanks for the lovely tomato - it was delicious!
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2025

8/10 Good

Reinhold

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
👍
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Stuart

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
This property is delightful! It is easy to find, right across the road from the beach. There are several dining/drinking options, and a well supplied kitchen in the units in case you prefer to eat at home. The hosts are friendly, welcoming, and knowledgeable, keeping a clean, comfortable, and efficient proprty, as well as a beautiful garden. Take time to smell the roses in Opononi.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2024

6/10 Okay

Chelse

Stayed 1 night in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Excellent place to relax and enjoy the wonders of the Hokianga.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Anthony

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Expedia has given this property a 2.5 star rating. It's a 3 star. The room and building are in new condition, the garden area is beautiful. And the host (I forget her name) is exceptionally friendly and welcoming. Loved our stay here.

10/10 Excellent

Ian

Liked: Staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Great place to stay
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024

8/10 Good

Bruce

Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Karen

Stayed 1 night in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Warren

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024

8/10 Good

Shelby

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Beautiful spot right by the water. Lots of space in the one bedroom suite
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Wonderful, clean and enough room for 4 adults.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Hilary

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
We stayed with our UK whanau for 2 nights and as we'd experienced before it was an enjoyable experience. Lovely clean rooms, warm welcome and relaxing spa, what more could you want! Oh, and the beautiful Hokianga Harbour and mighty sand dunes are just across the road, a gruelling 1 minute walk to view - awesome😊 Nearby shops, Hotels, fish n chips very handy and easy walking too. Well be back for sure.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Lara and Colin

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Fabulous staff - really helpful and friendly. Lovely room too! The spa pool was an unexpected delight... Thanks so much for the marvellous time we had! 😊
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024

6/10 Okay

Joanmarie

Travelled with family
It was a clean and comfortable room
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Kathryn

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Wonderful views and room size
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Diana, Auckland

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
This motel was faultless!
Stayed 1 night in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Francis

Travelled with family
Great location, very clean comfortable and spacious. Staff wonderful
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

David

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Lovely spot to stay at.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2024

8/10 Good

Christine, Tauranga

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2024

8/10 Good

Alan

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Quite location, pleasant hosts and close to all other amenities. Enjoyed my stay
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2024

6/10 Okay

Colin & Marilyn

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Disliked: Property conditions & facilities
When undertaking a "roadie" like we are, one experiences many different standards, styles & prices of motel, but strewth at $NZ220 a night for this place it's ridiculously overpriced ! Yes, it's clean, yes the room's got space, yes we slept OK....but heck it's very old style & needs a total revamp. The bathroom area in room 10 was incredibly small - even had separate hot & cold taps - that's old style! . Plus no view from the room of the lovely Hokianga River 50m away! . On the plus side the location's great & the lady at check in was lovely & welcoming!
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2024

8/10 Good

David

Travelled with partner
Well maintained and equipped. Comfy bed with nice linen. Friendly staff.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2024