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18 Sept - 20 Sept
In two weeks
25 Sept - 27 Sept
In one month
9 Oct - 11 Oct
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6 Nov - 8 Nov

Our top choices for Cooks Beach motels

A garden with various plants and trees, including palm trees and agave plants.

1. Peninsula Motel

Peninsula Motel
3.5 star property
Whitianga
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (326 reviews)
"Older motel but well maintained. Very roomy and right in town"
Australia
David
The price is NZ$157
includes taxes & fees
10 Sept - 11 Sept
Peninsula Motel
A swimming pool with a tiled edge, surrounded by lounge chairs and a fence.

2. Beachside Resort Whitianga

Beachside Resort Whitianga
4.0 star property
Whitianga
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (924 reviews)
"Clean room, accomodating staff, proximity to the beach"
Australia
Davelyn
The price is NZ$156
includes taxes & fees
14 Sept - 15 Sept
Beachside Resort Whitianga
A balcony with a table, chairs, and a yellow towel. It overlooks a beach and a road with trees and hills in the distance.

3. Oceanside Motel

Oceanside Motel
3.5 star property
Whitianga
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (305 reviews)
"Stayed in the upper King room with the ocean view and it was as lovely as expected. Bedding was good and heater great to warm up on a cold winters day, really lovely deck and very clean!"
Australia
Yvette
The price is NZ$216
includes taxes & fees
9 Sept - 10 Sept
Oceanside Motel
A hotel room with a bed, a desk, a chair, a TV, and a window with curtains.

4. Bayside Holiday Units

Bayside Holiday Units
3.0 star property
Whitianga
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (97 reviews)
"Very welcoming and helpful staff and a wonderfully quiet location so close to a very beautiful beach."
New Zealand
Gay
The price is NZ$144
includes taxes & fees
9 Sept - 10 Sept
Bayside Holiday Units
A room with a view of a wooden deck and outdoor seating area.

5. Aotearoa Lodge

Aotearoa Lodge
3.0 star property
Whitianga
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (186 reviews)
"Clean room Friendly staff Easy check-in"
Australia
Madeleine
The price is NZ$121
includes taxes & fees
1 Oct - 2 Oct
Aotearoa Lodge
A natural rock formation with a cave-like opening.

6. Tairua Shores

Tairua Shores
3.5 star property
Tairua
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (169 reviews)
"Everything about the place, made for a great stay"
Australia
Peter
The price is NZ$236
includes taxes & fees
9 Sept - 10 Sept
Tairua Shores
A person seated at a table with a view of the sea and hills in the background.

7. Harbour View Motel Coromandel

Harbour View Motel Coromandel
4.0 star property
Coromandel
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (393 reviews)
"Excellent staff. Friendly and helpful. Great views"
Australia
Paul
The price is NZ$133
includes taxes & fees
23 Sept - 24 Sept
Harbour View Motel Coromandel
A wooden corridor with a wooden floor, surrounded by lush green ferns and trees.

8. Anchor Lodge Motel Coromandel

Anchor Lodge Motel Coromandel
4.0 star property
Coromandel
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (347 reviews)
"Great place to stay"
Australia
Yogesh
The price is NZ$223
includes taxes & fees
9 Sept - 10 Sept
Anchor Lodge Motel Coromandel
A residential area with houses, a tennis court, and a swimming pool.

9. Pauanui Pines Motor Lodge

Pauanui Pines Motor Lodge
3.0 star property
Pauanui
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (121 reviews)
"Clean rooms, great facilities and excellent location."
Australia
Rochelle
The price is NZ$247
includes taxes & fees
6 Oct - 7 Oct
Pauanui Pines Motor Lodge
A hotel room with a bed, a desk with a TV, a chair, and a view of the outside.

10. Coromandel Court Motel

Coromandel Court Motel
4.0 star property
Coromandel
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (176 reviews)
"It was just an overnight stay for work but would definitely recommend this motel. Easy walk to shops, friendly staff and a very spacious room."
New Zealand
Ian
The price is NZ$211
includes taxes & fees
25 Sept - 26 Sept
Coromandel Court Motel
A room with a bed, a desk, chairs, a sofa, and a view of the outside.

11. The Olive Motel

The Olive Motel
4.0 star property
Coromandel
9.8 out of 10, Exceptional, (270 reviews)
" Clean room & area, staff were friendly."
Canada
Waldemar
The price is NZ$222
includes taxes & fees
11 Sept - 12 Sept
The Olive Motel
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Top Cooks Beach Hotel Reviews

Blue Marlin Apartments

Blue Marlin Apartments

10/10 Excellent
"very tidy and quiet , close to town so could walk , all you need for a couple nights"
CLIVE 1-night trip
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Blue Marlin Apartments

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Cooks Beach Motels information

Number of reviews
2,686
Accommodation
14 Motels
Lowest Price
NZ$121
Highest Price
NZ$247

Frequently asked questions

What can I expect from a motel trip to Cooks Beach?
If you can't find a motel in Cooks Beach, consider some of the motels we suggest around the area or let us help you find a similar property from more than 50 hotels and other accommodation options. Simply filter using our search tools by nightly room rate or cost-saving amenities such as free breakfast and free airport transport.
What's it like to stay in a motel?
At most motels, you'll often find a free parking spot and an outdoor pool. When you stay at a motel, you'll usually access your room from an outside corridor overlooking the car park. Motels began in the 1920s as a place to stay for the weary traveller taking a road trip along the major roadways of America.
What are the best motels in Cooks Beach?
These are some of our customers' top motels to choose from in the larger area. Harbour View Motel Coromandel is located 24.4 km from the heart of Cooks Beach. Enjoy access to the library, and freebies including WiFi and self-parking. Peninsula Motel: Free WiFi and free parking are available during your stay, along with room amenities such as a furnished patio. Central Cooks Beach is 1.9 mi (3 km) away. Beachside Resort Whitianga: Enjoy access to the business centre, and freebies including WiFi and self-parking. Located 1.9 mi (3.1 km) from the heart of Cooks Beach. Tairua Shores: Central Cooks Beach is 13.2 mi (21.3 km) away. Free WiFi, free parking and a terrace are available during your stay. Oceanside Motel: 2.2 mi (3.5 km) from the heart of Cooks Beach. Enjoy the in-room kitchenette, and freebies including WiFi and self-parking.
What things can I to do in Cooks Beach?
These are some of the parks and outdoorsy places: Cooks Beach, Flaxmill Bay Beach and Purangi Regional Reserve. You'll find these family-friendly sights in the area: Driving Creek Railway, The Coromandel Smoking Co. and Combat Zone Paintball and Fun Park. During your trip, here are some other places to visit: Shakespeare Cliff Lookout, Captain Cook's Memorial and Maramaratotara Bay.
What's the seasonal weather like in Cooks Beach?
Weather can make or break a road trip, so here's some data about year-round temperatures in Cooks Beach to help you plan yours: The hottest months are usually February and January, with an average temperature of 19°C, while the coldest months are July and August, with an average of 13°C. Average annual precipitation for Cooks Beach is 1413 mm.
What are my options for getting around Cooks Beach while staying in a motel?
We've gathered some information about local transportation options in Cooks Beach to help you navigate your stay: Fly into Whitianga (WTZ-Whitianga Aerodrome), which is located 3 mi (4.9 km) away from the city centre. Otherwise, you can search for flights to Auckland (AKL-Auckland Intl.), which is 54 mi (86.9 km) away. If you'd like to explore around the area, you may want to rent a car for your trip.

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