Cook's Lookout Motel offers refurbished self-catering accommodation, just 5 minutes’ drive from Paihia town centre. Most rooms offer superb ocean views over the Bay Of Islands. Guests can relax with a barbecue beside the outdoor swimming pool. Free on-site car parking is provided. Facilities at Cook's Lookout Motel Paihia include a guest laundry, DVD library and tour desk. Each room is spacious and features a kitchenette, DVD player, and balcony or patio. Heating and tea/coffee making facilities are provided. Free Wi-Fi is included. Paihia Wharf and the many restaurants and bars of Paihia town centre are only 4 km away. It is just 5 minutes’ drive to the beaches of Te Ti Bay. Kerikeri Bay of Islands Airport is a 20-minute drive away.

Couples particularly like the location — they rated it 9.1 for a two-person trip.

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Property highlights

Top location: Highly rated by recent guests (9.1)

Free parking available on-site


Availability

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Room type
Number of guests
 
1 single bed
and
1 double bed
1 single bed
and
1 double bed
Bedroom 1:
1 double bed
Bedroom 2:
2 single beds
1 double bed
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Guests need to meet one or more requirements to stay in this property: proof of full Coronavirus (Covid-19) vaccination, a recent valid negative Coronavirus PCR test, or recent proof of Coronavirus recovery.
Guest reviews

Categories:

Staff
9.3
Facilities
7.8
Cleanliness
7.9
Comfort
8.1
Value for money
7.9
Location
9.1
Free WiFi
7.5
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See what guests loved the most:

  • Zoe
    Australia Australia
    Breathtaking views of the bay, clean comfortable affordable accommodation and lovely hosts couldn't ask for more. Thanks so much for having us 🥰
  • Dorothy
    New Zealand New Zealand
    location, swimming pool, and the view. nice to chill out
  • Alex
    Germany Germany
    Marvelleous view, good location, very friendly host, free parking, lot of privacy

Property surroundings

Facilities of Cook's Lookout Motel

Most popular facilities
  • Outdoor swimming pool
  • Free parking
  • Free WiFi
  • Family rooms
  • Non-smoking rooms
  • Tea/coffee maker in all rooms
Bathroom
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels
  • Private bathroom
  • Toilet
  • Free toiletries
  • Hairdryer
  • Shower
Bedroom
  • Linen
  • Alarm clock
Outdoors
  • Picnic area
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Outdoor dining area
  • Terrace
  • Sun terrace
  • BBQ facilities
  • Garden
Kitchen
  • Dining table
  • Cleaning products
  • Toaster
  • Stovetop
  • Kitchenware
  • Electric kettle
  • Kitchen
  • Microwave
  • Refrigerator
  • Kitchenette
Room Amenities
  • Socket near the bed
  • Clothes rack
Pets
Pets are allowed on request. Charges may be applicable.
Activities
  • Golf course (within 3 km)
    Additional charge
Living Area
  • Dining area
  • Sofa
  • Seating Area
  • Desk
Media & Technology
  • Flat-screen TV
  • DVD player
  • Telephone
  • TV
Food & Drink
  • Tea/Coffee maker
Internet
WiFi is available in all areas and is free of charge.
Parking
Free public parking is possible on site (reservation is not needed).
  • Accessible parking
Services
  • Luggage storage
  • Tour desk
  • Laundry
    Additional charge
Reception services
  • Invoice provided
Entertainment and family services
  • Kids' outdoor play equipment
  • Books, DVDs, or music for children
Safety & security
  • Fire extinguishers
  • CCTV outside property
  • CCTV in common areas
  • Key access
  • 24-hour security
General
  • Non-smoking throughout
  • Heating
  • Soundproofing
  • Private entrance
  • Carpeted
  • Fan
  • Family rooms
  • Ironing facilities
  • Non-smoking rooms
  • Iron
Outdoor swimming pool
  • Seasonal
  • Pool with view
  • Heated pool
  • Salt-water pool
  • Shallow end
  • Pool/beach towels
  • Pool cover
  • Sun loungers or beach chairs
  • Fence around pool
Wellness
  • Sun loungers or beach chairs
Languages spoken
  • English

Property practices

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House rules

Cook's Lookout Motel takes special requests - add in the next step!

Check-in

From 14:00 to 20:00

Guests are required to show a photo identification and credit card upon check-in

Check-out

From 07:30 to 10:00

 

Cancellation/
prepayment

Cancellation and prepayment policies vary according to accommodation type. Please enter the dates of your stay and check the conditions of your required room.

Children and beds

Child policies

Children of any age are welcome.

To see correct prices and occupancy information, please add the number of children in your group and their ages to your search.

Cot and extra bed policies

0 - 2 years
Cot upon request
NZD 40 per child, per night

Prices for cots are not included in the total price, and will have to be paid for separately during your stay.

The number of cots allowed is dependent on the option you choose. Please check your selected option for more information.

There are no extra beds available at this property.

All cots are subject to availability.

Age restriction

The minimum age for check-in is 18

Pets

Pets are allowed on request. Charges may be applicable.

Mastercard Visa Eftpos Cash Cook's Lookout Motel accepts these cards and reserves the right to temporarily hold an amount prior to arrival.

The fine print
Need-to-know information for guests at this property

Please note, Cook's Lookout Motel is a non-smoking property.

Guests are required to show a photo identification and credit card upon check-in. Please note that all Special Requests are subject to availability and additional charges may apply.

Please inform Cook's Lookout Motel in advance of your expected arrival time. You can use the Special Requests box when booking, or contact the property directly with the contact details provided in your confirmation.

In accordance with government guidelines to minimise transmission of the Coronavirus (COVID-19), this property may request additional documentation from guests to validate identity, travel itinerary and other relevant information, during dates where such guidelines exist.

Due to Coronavirus (COVID-19), please ensure that you are only booking this property following the local government guidelines of the destination, including but not limited to the purpose of travel, and maximum allowed group size.

Due to Coronavirus (COVID-19), wearing a face mask is mandatory in all indoor common areas.

It is not possible to stay at this property for Coronavirus (COVID-19) quarantine purposes.

Guests need to meet one or more requirements to stay in this property: proof of full Coronavirus (Covid-19) vaccination, a recent valid negative Coronavirus PCR test, or recent proof of Coronavirus recovery.

FAQs about Cook's Lookout Motel

  • Yes, this hotel has a pool. Find out the details about the pool and other facilities on this page.

  • The prices at Cook's Lookout Motel may vary depending on your stay (e.g. dates you select, hotel's policy etc.). See the prices by entering your dates.

  • Cook's Lookout Motel is 1.7 miles from the centre of Paihia. All distances are measured in straight lines. Actual travel distances may vary.

  • Check-in at Cook's Lookout Motel is from 14:00, and check-out is until 10:00.

  • Cook's Lookout Motel offers the following activities / services (charges may apply):

    • Golf course (within 3 km)
    • Swimming Pool

  • Room options at Cook's Lookout Motel include:

    • Studio
    • Apartment