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Opononi Lighthouse Motel

2.5 star property
Beach motel in Opononi with free parking

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BBQ/picnic Area
In-room safe, iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets
Reception
View from property
Front of property
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
  • Laundry
  • Parking included
  • Free WiFi
The current price is NZ$190
includes taxes & fees
1 Oct - 2 Oct

Room options

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One Bedroom Unit | Living area

One Bedroom Unit

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(2 reviews)

Highlights

Balcony or patio
Separate dining area
Separate sitting area
Heating
Kitchenette
Fridge
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 Family Unit

Highlights

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

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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
Fridge
TV
2 bedrooms
  • 2 bedrooms
  • Partial ocean view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Queen Bed and 2 Twin Beds

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One Bedroom Triple Unit | Living area

One Bedroom Triple Unit

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful
(9 reviews)

Highlights

Balcony or patio
Separate dining area
Separate sitting area
Heating
Kitchenette
Fridge
TV
Separate bedroom
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Queen Bed and 1 Twin 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
Rainfall showerhead
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Double Bed and 2 Twin Beds

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Studio Unit

Studio Unit

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful
(7 reviews)

Highlights

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

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Family Unit

Family Unit

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)

Highlights

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

Located in Opononi, Opononi Lighthouse Motel is in the historical district and near the beach. Travellers eager for a bit of culture can stop by Motuti Marae, while those wishing to experience the area's natural beauty can explore Opononi Beach and Omapere Beach. Discover the area's water adventures with jet skiing and scuba diving nearby, or enjoy the great outdoors with hunting and mountain biking.
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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
  • Pakia Hill Lookout - 6 min drive - 4.8 km
  • Hokianga Harbour - 12 min drive - 17.7 km
  • Ngawha Springs - 53 min drive - 73.3 km

Getting around

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

Restaurants

  • ‪Opononi Hotel - ‬7 min walk
  • ‪The Landing Café - ‬7 min walk
  • ‪Opo Takeaways - ‬7 min walk
  • ‪Boar & Marlin - ‬7 min walk
  • ‪Morrell's Café - ‬11 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
  • Barbecues, bike parking and luggage storage
  • A fish cleaning table and a front desk safe
  • 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

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)

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

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 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

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

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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 13 Sept 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Opononi Lighthouse Motel on 1 Oct 2025 start from NZ$189.75, 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).

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