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Cook's Lookout Motel

3.5 star property
Comfortable motel, walk to Bay of Islands

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Cook's Lookout Motel

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Pool
Pool
Blackout curtains, iron/ironing board, free WiFi
Studio, Sea View (Queen) | View from room
Shower, free toiletries, hair dryer, towels

Overview of Cook's Lookout Motel

Reviews
9.0

Wonderful

Popular amenities

  • Pet-friendlyPet-friendlyPet-friendly
  • Parking includedParking includedParking included
  • Free WiFiFree WiFiFree WiFi
  • KitchenKitchenKitchen
  • LaundryLaundryLaundry
  • HousekeepingHousekeepingHousekeeping

Check out the area

Map
9 Causeway Road, Haruru, 0247
  • Popular LocationHaruru Falls18 min walk
  • Popular LocationPaihia Wharf4 min drive
  • Popular LocationPaihia Beach4 min drive
  • AirportKerikeri (KKE-Bay of Islands)18 min drive
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Apartment, 2 Bedrooms, Sea View | Blackout curtains, iron/ironing board, free WiFi

Apartment, 2 Bedrooms, Sea View

Highlights

Furnished balcony
Heating
Free cots/infant beds
Kitchen
Fridge
LCD TV
Blackout curtains
Fan
  • 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

View all photos for Basic Apartment, 1 Bedroom, Kitchenette

Basic Apartment, 1 Bedroom, Kitchenette | Blackout curtains, iron/ironing board, free WiFi

Basic Apartment, 1 Bedroom, Kitchenette

Highlights

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

View all photos for Apartment, 1 Bedroom, Poolside

Apartment, 1 Bedroom, Poolside | Living area | LCD TV, DVD player

Apartment, 1 Bedroom, Poolside

Highlights

Furnished balcony
Heating
Kitchen
Fridge
LCD TV
Fan
Blackout curtains
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 | LCD TV, DVD player

Apartment, 1 Bedroom, Sea View

Highlights

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

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includes taxes & fees
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About the area

Haruru

Located in Haruru, Cook's Lookout Motel is in a rural area. Te Waimate Mission House and Russell Museum are cultural highlights, and some of the area's attractions include Action World and Makana Chocolate Boutique. Makana Confections and The Kauri Workshop are also worth visiting. Practise your golf swing on a nearby course, or enjoy other activities in the great outdoors, such as ecotours and skydiving in the area.
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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
  • Bad Habits - 5 min drive
  • Hone's Garden - 29 min drive
  • Paihia Wharf - 5 min drive
  • The Duke of Marlborough Hotel - 31 min drive

About this property

Cook's Lookout Motel

Motel in a rural location
At Cook's Lookout Motel, you can look forward to a terrace, a garden and a library. Stay connected with free in-room WiFi, and guests can find other amenities, such as laundry facilities.
You'll also find perks such as:
  • Free self-parking
  • Tour/ticket information, luggage storage and barbecues
  • Smoke-free property
Room features
All guest rooms at Cook's Lookout Motel offer comforts, such as furnished balconies, in addition to
Other conveniences in all rooms include:
  • Heating and fans
  • Bathrooms with showers and free toiletries
  • LCD TVs with digital channels and DVD players
  • Eco-friendly cleaning products, kitchens and fridges

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

  • Daily housekeeping
  • Tour and ticket assistance

Outdoors

  • Barbecue grill
  • Garden
  • Picnic area
  • Terrace

Accessibility

  • No lift

More

  • 2 floors
  • 5 buildings
  • Built in 1970
  • Smoke-free property

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Blackout drapes

Bathroom

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

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

Outdoor space

  • Furnished balcony

More

  • Eco-friendly cleaning products available
  • 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 staff will greet guests on arrival
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

Staffed front desk

Pets

Pets stay for free
Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees
Welcoming dogs and cats only
Pets cannot be left unattended
Specific rooms only; pet-friendly rooms can be requested by contacting the property on the number on the booking confirmation

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
Rollaway/extra beds are not available.

Payment types at the property

Important information

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; 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

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
Some facilities may have restricted access; guests can contact the property for details using the contact information on the booking confirmation
Children under 18 years old are not allowed in the swimming pool without adult supervision
This property welcomes guests of all sexual orientations and gender identities (LGBTQ+ friendly)

National rating

This property does not have a Qualmark® rating. For the benefit of our customers, we have provided a rating based on our ratings system.

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 Cook's Lookout Motel pet-friendly?

Yes, cats and dogs are allowed at this property.

How much is parking at Cook's Lookout Motel?

Self-parking is free at this property.

What time is check-in at Cook's Lookout Motel?

Check-in start time: 2 PM; check-in end time: 6:00 PM. Late check-in is available during limited hours.

What time is check-out at Cook's Lookout Motel?

Checkout is at 10 AM.

Where is Cook's Lookout Motel located?

Situated in a rural location, this motel is within 1 mile (2 km) of Bay of Islands and Haruru Falls. Action World and Te Ti Bay are also within 3 miles (5 km).

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