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Cook's Lookout Motel

3.5 star property
Motel with free parking, a short walk to Bay of Islands
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Studio, Sea View (Queen) | View from room
Apartment, 2 Bedrooms, Sea View | Living room
Fridge, microwave, stovetop, coffee/tea maker
Pool
Beach

Reviews

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful

Popular amenities

  • Pet-friendly
  • Housekeeping
  • Laundry
  • Kitchen
  • Parking included
  • Free WiFi

Explore the area

Map
9 Causeway Road, Haruru, 0247
  • Bay of Islands
    ‪3 min walk‬
  • Haruru Falls
    ‪18 min walk‬
  • Action World
    ‪2 min drive‬
  • Kerikeri (KKE-Bay of Islands)
    ‪19 min drive‬

Room options

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Apartment, 2 Bedrooms, Sea View

Apartment, 2 Bedrooms, Sea View

Highlights

Furnished balcony
Heating
Free cots/infant beds
Kitchen
Fridge
LCD TV
Blackout curtains
Fan
  • Ocean view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Queen Bed and 2 Single Beds

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Studio, Sea View (Queen) | View from room

Studio, Sea View (Queen)

Highlights

Furnished balcony
Heating
Kitchen
Fridge
LCD TV
Fan
Blackout curtains
Hairdryer
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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Basic Apartment, 1 Bedroom, Kitchenette

Basic Apartment, 1 Bedroom, Kitchenette

Highlights

Furnished balcony
Heating
Kitchen
Fridge
LCD TV
Blackout curtains
Fan
Separate bedroom
  • 35 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Queen Bed and 1 Single Bed

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Apartment, 1 Bedroom, Poolside | Living area

Apartment, 1 Bedroom, Poolside

Highlights

Furnished balcony
Heating
Kitchen
Fridge
LCD TV
Blackout curtains
Fan
Separate bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Queen Bed and 1 Single Bed

View all photos for Apartment, 1 Bedroom, Sea View

Apartment, 1 Bedroom, Sea View | Living area

Apartment, 1 Bedroom, Sea View

Highlights

Furnished balcony
Heating
Free cots/infant beds
Kitchen
Fridge
LCD TV
Blackout curtains
Fan
  • Sea view
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Queen Bed and 1 Single Bed

About the area

Haruru

At Cook's Lookout Motel you'll be within just a 5-minute stroll of Bay of Islands and within 20 minutes of Haruru Falls. Highlights at this motel include free self-parking, and in-room kitchens and free WiFi. .This pet-friendly motel offers free WiFi in public areas, a library and a terrace. Other amenities include laundry facilities, a garden and barbecues. .With a stay at this 3.5-property class Haruru motel, you'll be 2.6 km (1.6 mi) from Action World and 3.8 km (2.4 mi) from Te Ti Bay.
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What's nearby

  • Haruru Falls - 18 min walk
  • Paihia Wharf - 4 min drive
  • Paihia Beach - 4 min drive
  • Waitangi Treaty Grounds - 5 min drive
  • Russell Beach - 36 min drive

Getting around

  • Kerikeri (KKE-Bay of Islands) - 19 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Cbk Craft Beer and Kitchen - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪Marina Cafe Opua - ‬12 min drive
  • ‪Hone's Garden - ‬29 min drive
  • ‪Paihia Wharf - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪Charlotte’s Kitchen - ‬5 min drive

About this property

Cook's Lookout Motel

Motel with free parking, a short walk to Bay of Islands
As a guest of Cook's Lookout Motel, you'll find a library, a terrace, and barbecue grills. WiFi is free in public spaces. Cook's Lookout Motel also features tour/ticket assistance, a garden, and a picnic area. Free self parking is available.

This 3.5-star Haruru motel is smoke free.

  • 12 guestrooms or units
  • 2 levels
  • 5 buildings
  • Built in 1970
  • Self-service laundry
  • Front desk (limited hours)
  • Storage area for luggage
  • Tour and ticket information
  • Library
  • Terrace
  • Garden
  • BBQ grill(s)
  • Outdoor picnic space
  • No smoking on site
Cook's Lookout Motel offers 12 accommodations with DVD players and coffee/tea makers. Rooms open to furnished balconies. LCD televisions come with digital channels. Accommodation at this 3.5-star motel has kitchens with fridges, stovetops, microwaves and kitchenware and utensils. Bathrooms include a shower, complimentary toiletries and hairdryers.

Guests can surf the web using complimentary wireless Internet access. Business-friendly amenities include telephones along with free local calls (restrictions may apply). Additionally, rooms include an iron/ironing board and fans. Housekeeping is provided on a daily basis.

Languages

English

Property amenities

Internet

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

Parking and transport

  • Free self parking on site

Things to do

  • Library

Family friendly

  • DVD player
  • In-room kitchen
  • In-room microwave
  • In-room refrigerator
  • Laundry facilities
  • Pool gate
  • Trampoline

Conveniences

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

Guest services

  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Tour and ticket assistance

Outdoors

  • Barbecue grill
  • Garden
  • Picnic area
  • Terrace

Accessibility

  • No lift

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Blackout drapes

Bathroom

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

Entertainment

  • DVD player
  • LCD TV with digital channels

Food and drink

  • Cleaning supplies
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Hob
  • Ice maker
  • Kitchen
  • Microwave
  • Refrigerator
  • Toaster

More

  • Cleaning products are eco-friendly
  • Fan
  • Free local calls
  • Heating
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Mobile key entry
  • Phone

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 2 PM; check-in end time: 6:00 PM
Late check-in subject to availability
Minimum check-in age - 25

Check-out

Check-out before 10 AM

Special check-in instructions

The front desk is open daily from 8 AM - 10:00 PM
Guests must contact the property in advance for check-in instructions; front desk staffed during limited hours
To make arrangements for check-in please contact the property ahead of time using the information on the booking confirmation
If you are planning to arrive after 6:00 PM please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation

Access methods

Front desk (limited hours)

Pets

  • Pets are welcome and stay free
  • Only dogs and cats are allowed
  • Pets cannot be left unattended
  • Certain rooms only
  • You can request a pet-friendly room by reaching out to the property at the number on the booking confirmation

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Rollaway/extra beds are not available.

Payment types

Important information

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; cash is not accepted
Cashless transactions are available
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a security system and a first aid kit
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A cash deposit, credit card or debit card for incidental charges and government-issued photo identification may be required upon check-in.
Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in. Special requests can't be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.
    This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business or profession. This property accepts Visa, Mastercard and Barclaycard. Cash is not accepted. For guests' safety, the property includes a fire extinguisher, a security system and a first aid kit in all accommodation. Cashless payment methods are available for all transactions and guests can access their rooms with a mobile device.

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.
  • Certain facilities might have restricted access. For details, you can contact the property at the number on the booking confirmation.
  • Pets are welcome in specific rooms only, which can be requested by contacting the property directly at the number on your booking confirmation.
  • This property welcomes guests of all sexual orientations and gender identities (LGBTQ+ friendly).

Property is also known as

Cook's Lookout
Cook's Lookout Haruru
Cook's Lookout Motel
Cook's Lookout Motel Haruru
Lookout Motel
Cook's Lookout Motel Paihia
Cook's Lookout Paihia
Cook's Lookout Motel Motel
Cook's Lookout Motel Haruru
Cook's Lookout Motel Motel Haruru

Frequently asked questions

Is parking available at Cook's Lookout Motel?

Yep, Cook's Lookout Motel has a free self car park.

Are there any beaches close to Cook's Lookout Motel?

The closest beach to Cook's Lookout Motel is Paihia Beach (3.5 km).

Is there a free airport shuttle available at Cook's Lookout Motel?

No, Cook's Lookout Motel does not offer an airport shuttle service.

What time are check-in & check-out at Cook's Lookout Motel?

Check-in begins at 2 PM. Check-out time is 10 AM.

Cook's Lookout Motel Reviews

Reviews

9.0

Wonderful

Rating 10 - Excellent. 48 out of 78 reviews" "
Rating 8 - Good. 20 out of 78 reviews" "
Rating 6 - Okay. 8 out of 78 reviews" "
Rating 4 - Poor. 1 out of 78 reviews" "
Rating 2 - Terrible. 1 out of 78 reviews" "

9.0/10

Cleanliness

9.2/10

Staff & service

7.4/10

Amenities

8.4/10

Property conditions & facilities

6.8/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Joan

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The view was beautiful
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2022

8/10 Good

Val

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Loved the views and the peace and tranquility. Grandchildren enjoyed the pool
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2022

6/10 Okay

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Disliked: Amenities
View was great.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2021

10/10 Excellent

Nasha

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Awesome!
Owners are so awesome. Enjoyed our stay. Great view from our room.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2021

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Stayed 1 night in Feb 2021

8/10 Good

Verified traveller

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
quiet location. Friendly staff. Nice views.Close to Paihia.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2021

8/10 Good

Verified traveller

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The owners were a lovely couple very welcoming and certainly obliging, however you wouldn't have wanted to disturb them at 11pm when you found you were getting cold and there wasn't an electric blanket on the bed.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2020

8/10 Good

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Great view! The room & grounds are a bit tired, but clean enough.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2020

8/10 Good

Verified traveller

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Beautiful breathtaking seaviews from our room. Friendly staff, free wi fi and parking.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2020

10/10 Excellent

richard

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Great lodging
Norm, the owner was very personable, he took care or our every request. The property has a fantastic view of the bay. Nothing photoshopped here. I highly recommend staying, I would stay her again in a second.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2020

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Business traveller
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great views and very quiet. Will definitely stay again.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2020

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Travelled with family and small children
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Epic views, all is good. Epic views, all is good. Epic views, all is good.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2020

6/10 Okay

Verified traveller

Travelled with family, Travelled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Disliked: Amenities, property conditions & facilities
Nice staff, beautiful view, pool nice. Reasonable equiped kitchen although no can opener. There are lists of signs with rules however no information about the hotel at all, in the room
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2020

6/10 Okay

Verified traveller

Disliked: Amenities, property conditions & facilities
The Views Where Amazing Wifi Connection Inconsistent Bathroom And Kitchen Ok A Little Dated In Decor Not What We Expected For The Price Reception Was Welcoming
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2019

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2019

8/10 Good

Stel, Dubai

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Amazing views, helpful hosts. Perfect place to base oneself if visiting the Bay of Islands.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2019

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We booked this trip late and hence paid over our usual budget. We were a bit worried that we were overpaying based on a few reviews. But we needn't have worried, we couldn't fault the place really. The hosts were very helpful, the room was really well equipped and the view was simply stunning. We would stay here again for sure. The only tip I would give is to take some cream for the sand flies
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2019

4/10 Poor

Wayne

Travelled with partner
Disliked: Staff & service, property conditions & facilities
The view was great. The property is very steep to get to. The owners are very good at justifying the way they do things. I found them very unapproachable. The room daily cleaning was average. We weren’t told until too late that soaps and shampoos were in a cupboard. It seems that the owners feel they have modern good quality furniture but I think they really have no idea what that means. The rate was high even for Easter weekend compared to other places. Although the owners told us it was fair. I think they are in a World if their own and do not like constructive feedback so will have a reason for everything.
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2019

6/10 Okay

SANJAY

Liked: Staff & service, room comfort
Great owners, Property is a bit old and dated
Stayed here for 2 nights towards the end of our North Island tour. Check in was smooth. Both Norm and his wife are genuinely nice people and very warm, welcoming and helpful. Unfortunately, we had one of the two rooms that don't have a view (totally our choice tho). We were informed that the internet had been down for a couple of weeks - not just at the hotel but many other hotels in the area. Our room (pool view) was spacious but was definitely showing some age. The carpet is old and stained. Curtains frayed in a couple of places. We were disappointed to find a couple of spider webs (not very recent) and informed Norm later (so he could speak to the cleaning crew) and he was a bit surprised as well. Shelagh was really nice - she recommended restaurants to us and also volunteered to book a trip to Cape Reinga which turned out to be a good idea. It would have been nice if we had been informed about the Wi-Fi in advance of our stay. And perhaps offered an upgrade or a different room since more than 50% of the units were available at the time even if they charged us extra. There is no AC but there is a standing fan in the room. Location is good - 5 mins to the center of the town - restaurants, groceries etc. Overall it was a decent stay but it wouldn't be fair to say it was Excellent. We stayed at more than 10 motels in NZ and this one didn't hold up its end of the bargain based on price point and other reviews.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2019

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2019

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2018

6/10 Okay

Verified traveller

Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Room comfort
Disappointing and dated
Welcoming owners on arrival not to be seen again until leaving after 3 wet miserable days. Room clean but dated and damp. Uncomfortable double bed. No fresh air to room as no fly wire on windows and lots of mosquitos. 5klms out of Paihia and steep walk. Stick to town area!
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2018

6/10 Okay

Verified traveller

凑合事
比较老的一家旅馆风景很美不过居住环境呵呵
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2018

8/10 Good

brett

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
The owner of the hotel was very helpful, excellent. The view is also great, good out of the way place to stay
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2017

10/10 Excellent

Michelle

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Weekend getaway
Amazing view, tidy room, overall awesome.