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Opononi Lighthouse Motel

2.5 star property

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Free self-parking
Sun deck
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One Bedroom Triple Unit | Private kitchen | Fridge, microwave, coffee/tea maker, electric kettle
Reception

Reviews

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful

Popular amenities

  • Parking included
  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Laundry room
  • Housekeeping

Explore the area

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45 State Highway 12, Opononi, 0452
  • Place, Opononi Beach
    ‪2 min walk‬
  • Place, Omapere Beach
    ‪4 min drive‬
  • Place, Kai Iwi Lakes
    ‪56 min drive‬

Room options

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

Two Bedroom Family Unit

  • Partial sea view
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Queen Bed and 2 Single Beds

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One Bedroom Unit | Living area | TV

One Bedroom Unit

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(3 reviews)
  • Garden view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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

Two Bedroom Unit

  • Partial ocean view
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Queen Bed and 2 Single Beds

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Studio Access Unit | Living area | TV

Studio Access Unit

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)
  • Garden view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Double Bed and 2 Single Beds

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One Bedroom Triple Unit | Living area | TV

One Bedroom Triple Unit

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(11 reviews)
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Queen Bed and 1 Single 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
(9 reviews)
  • 1 bedroom
  • 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)
  • Partial ocean view
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Queen Bed and 2 Single Beds

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About this property

Opononi Lighthouse Motel

This motel features laundry facilities, a library and barbecues. Free WiFi in public areas and free self parking are also provided. Other amenities include a front desk safe.
Opononi Lighthouse Motel offers 12 accommodations with laptop-compatible safes and coffee/tea makers. Rooms open to balconies or patios. This accommodation offers separate dining areas. Guests can make use of the in-room fridges and microwaves.

Bathrooms include complimentary toiletries and hairdryers. This Opononi motel provides complimentary wireless Internet access. Housekeeping is provided on a daily basis.

The recreational activities listed below are available either on-site or nearby; fees may apply.
Our customers tell us that they can't get enough of the helpful staff at Opononi Lighthouse Motel. During your stay, you're just a quick walk from Opononi Beach. Features include free WiFi in public areas and free self-parking, plus laundry facilities.
  • Free WiFi
  • Free self-parking
  • Amenities include a front desk safe, laundry facilities and a terrace
  • Steps from Opononi Beach and a 4-minute drive from Pakia Hill Lookout
As a guest of Opononi Lighthouse Motel, you'll find a library, a terrace, and barbecue grills. WiFi is free in public spaces. Opononi Lighthouse Motel also features laundry facilities and a front desk safe. Free self parking is available.

Smoking is allowed in designated areas at this Opononi motel.

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
  • Limited on-site self parking

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)

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

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
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Access methods

Front desk (limited hours)

Pets

  • No pets allowed, but service animals are welcome

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 at the property

Important information

Optional extras

The fees and deposits listed below will be charged at the time of service, check-in, or check-out.

  • Rollaway bed fee: NZD 20.0 per day

This may not be a comprehensive list. Fees and deposits are subject to change and might not include tax.

You need to know

This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business or profession.
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 and terraces, which may not be suitable for children; if you have any concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm that they can accommodate you in a suitable room
The front desk at this property is open daily from 8:30 AM - 7:00 PM.
Guests arriving after 8:30 PM must make advance arrangements by contacting the property using the information on the booking confirmation. Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property.
If you cancel your booking, you'll be subject to the host's cancellation policy. In accordance with EU regulations about consumer rights, property booking services are not subject to the right of withdrawal.

We should mention

  • Please note that this property can refuse certain bookings for the purpose of group events or parties, which include pre-wedding stag/bachelor and hen/bachelorette parties.
  • Registered guests are the only ones allowed to be in guestrooms.
  • Alcohol isn't served at Opononi Lighthouse Motel.

National rating

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

Property is also known as

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Opononi Lighthouse Motel Reviews

Reviews

9.0

Wonderful

Rating 10 - Excellent. 210 out of 384 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 137 out of 384 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 34 out of 384 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 1 out of 384 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 2 out of 384 reviews

9.4/10

Cleanliness

9.2/10

Staff & service

8.8/10

Amenities

8.6/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

8/10 Good

Anthony

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Nice studio unit - beach over the road. Nice meal at Omapere down the road
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

Eric

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Friendly staff, great location, very spacious and well equipped
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

Lesley

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The apartment was spotless and quite spacious. It's a lovely setting directly opposite the water and there are pretty gardens throughout the property. Our host was very welcoming, would love to come back with some more time to spend.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

William

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Spotlessly clean, well equipped with the beach across the road. Near to supermarket and restaurant.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Rebecca

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Lovely apartment, unfortunately the sos tub wasn’t operational which had been a big reason for booking. Overall though very pleased with the accommodation and the location I’d lovely
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

8/10 Good

garry

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Room was clean and tidy serviced daily
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Johnathan

Business traveller
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

Des

Travelled with partner, Travelled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Extremely clean (inside as well as outside) Friendly & efficient check-in
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Deana

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

8/10 Good

Di

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Fortunate enough to get a newly renovated Upgraded Room, the smell of new paint along with new fit out
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Peter

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Lovely room.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

8/10 Good

John

Travelled with partner
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

Allwyn

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

8/10 Good

David

Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

6/10 Okay

Jordan

Stayed 1 night in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

BRIAN

Travelled with family
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

Travelled with family
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

Gerard

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

Good value for money, clean and well located.

Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Mike

Travelled with group
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

David

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

6/10 Okay

John

Travelled with partner
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

Patrick

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

Worth a visit

Excellent service, and couldn’t be more helpful. Use of the laundry was very welcome. Room was excellent for space, but a little dated. The bed wasn’t the most comfortable and the room was hot (even though it had a dehumidifier and fan).
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025