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Opononi Lighthouse Motel

2.5 star property
Beach motel in Opononi with free parking

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Opononi Lighthouse Motel, in the town's historical heart, offers a comfortable base with practical amenities. Guests enjoy WiFi, a library, and bike storage before exploring. Visitors appreciate the attentive staff who enhance the stay experience.

Reviews

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful

Popular amenities

  • Housekeeping
  • Parking included
  • Laundry
  • Free WiFi
The current price is AED 425
AED 489 total
includes taxes & fees
24 Nov - 25 Nov

Room options

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In-room safe, iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets

Two Bedroom Family Unit

Highlights

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

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One Bedroom Unit | Living area | TV

One Bedroom Unit

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(2 reviews)

Highlights

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

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In-room safe, iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets

Two Bedroom Unit

Highlights

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

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Studio Access Unit | Living area | TV

Studio Access Unit

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)

Highlights

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

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One Bedroom Triple Unit | Living area | TV

One Bedroom Triple Unit

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(11 reviews)

Highlights

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

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Studio Unit | In-room safe, iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets

Studio Unit

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(8 reviews)

Highlights

Balcony or patio
Separate dining area
Separate sitting area
Heating
Refrigerator
TV
Private bathroom
Hair dryer
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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Family Unit | In-room safe, iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets

Family Unit

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)

Highlights

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

About the neighborhood

Map
45 State Highway 12, Opononi, 0452

What's nearby

  • Opononi Beach - 2 min walk - 0.2 km
  • Omapere Beach - 5 min drive - 3.7 km
  • Hokianga Harbour - 12 min drive - 17.7 km
  • Kai Iwi Lakes - 49 min drive - 89.3 km
  • Ngawha Springs - 53 min drive - 73.3 km

Getting around

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

Restaurants

  • ‪Opononi Tavern - ‬8 min walk
  • ‪Opononi Hotel - ‬7 min walk
  • ‪The Landing Café - ‬7 min walk
  • ‪Boar & Marlin - ‬7 min walk
  • ‪Opo Takeaways - ‬7 min walk

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, bicycle parking, and luggage storage
  • A fish cleaning table and barbecue grills
  • Guest reviews say great things about the helpful staff
Room features
All guestrooms at Opononi Lighthouse Motel feature thoughtful touches such as laptop-compatible safes and separate sitting areas, as well as amenities like free WiFi and separate dining areas.
Other conveniences in all rooms include:
  • Bathrooms with free toiletries and hair dryers
  • Balconies or patios, wardrobes/closets, and separate sitting areas

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includes taxes & fees
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Property amenities

Internet

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

Parking and transportation

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

More

  • Designated smoking areas (fines apply)

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 available

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
Cribs (infant beds) are not available

Property 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 smoke detector, a security system, and a first aid kit
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

We should mention

This property does not have elevators
This property's policy is to refuse certain bookings for the purpose of group events or parties, including pre-wedding stag/bachelor and hen/bachelorette 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 rating system.

Property is also known as

Opononi Lighthouse Motel
Opononi Lighthouse
Opononi Lighthouse Motel Motel
Opononi Lighthouse Motel Opononi
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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 14 November 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Opononi Lighthouse Motel on 24 November 2025 start from $133.18, 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?

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?

Check-out 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 mi (20 km).

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Reviews

Opononi Lighthouse Motel Reviews

9.0

Wonderful

9.4

Cleanliness

8.6

Location

9.2

Staff & service

9.0

Eco-friendliness

8.6

Property conditions & facilities
Rating 10 - Excellent. 204 out of 372 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 131 out of 372 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 34 out of 372 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 1 out of 372 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 2 out of 372 reviews

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Johnathan

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
I will surely stay there again when going tk Opononi
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Allwyn

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great spot and lovely facilities
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Andrea

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great motel- clean, comfortable and attractive gardens. Lovely place to stay.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Julia

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Absolut breathtaking scenery, very friendly and helpfull stuff
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Cynthia

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

8/10 Good

Jeremy

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Nice clean and quiet motel in the beautiful Hokianga!

10/10 Excellent

Mike

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Nice unit, clean and well addressed. 1 minute walk to the water. Few minutes more walk to the grocery store and pub. Great stay Tagi, thank you.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Nalin

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Excellent location. Excellent hosts. Enjoyed it very much. Just want to stay there again, the area and the hotel are so refreshingly quiet and beautiful.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 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

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

8/10 Good

Rebecca

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We enjoyed sitting on the deck with a beautiful established garden outside our rooms. It has a lovely relaxed family friendly vibe. The beach was just across the road and we could see the Hokianga harbour entrance. Thank you
Stayed 1 night in Jan 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

David

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
From the time our booking was confirmed, our communication by email, phone or in-person with Tagi, the manager, was courteous prompt and helpful. We were allocated the disability unit which was appropriate and well suited to our needs. As indicated in my ratings, all staff and facilities deserved the highest scores.
Stayed 4 nights in Feb 2025

6/10 Okay

John

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Disliked: Property conditions & facilities
Booked through Expedia and it was very expensive for what it was. The room was very old, wall paper coming off in places, old furniture, bed rolled to the middle, noisy from adjacent unit, bathroom and kitchen very dated. Worth about $90/night not $208au that Expedia charged.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

8/10 Good

Emily

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Lovely staff and a friendly cat to wake up to and visit us in the unit. The bathroom is a bit small for a family of 4 very cramped.

2/10 Terrible

Michael

Liked: Cleanliness
Km

8/10 Good

Winfried

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Die Küche war ausgestattet. Alles prima.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025

8/10 Good

John

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
with a full hose all the units allocated parks are difficult to back into
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025

8/10 Good

PETER

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
The property was very clean and was well appointed. The heating in both the main room and with an electric blanket was appreciated in cold rainy weather The parking is limited but there are marked spaces for each motel unit though this depends on the courtesy of other users who do not use more than one parking space.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

BRIAN

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Excellent ; but it would have been nice to have a spa later in the evening! Say after dinner: all very helpful and a comfy clean unit!
Stayed 3 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Alison

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
The Lighthouse motel is a well maintained older property. Big rooms, quiet, comfortable it was perfect for an overnight stay.
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

8/10 Good

Bruce

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Clean and had everything we needed.
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

8/10 Good

Timothy

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Nice location close to the water. Room was clean and spacious, a little bright at night. Nice pub and fish and chip shop down the road. Really nice people at hotel and in town.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

David

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Beautiful gardens, clean unit, friendly owners
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Lambertus

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Aangenaam verblijf

Mooi motel direct aan het water. Vriendelijke eigenares, zeer behulpzaam. Prachtige omgeving.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025