Cook'S Lookout Motel - Paihia

Self-catering motel with panoramic sea views over the Bay of Islands

Accommodations

Cook's Lookout Motel offers self-catering rooms with kitchenettes and private balconies or patios. Most rooms provide panoramic ocean views over the Bay of Islands and the Waitangi River mouth. Select rooms are pet-friendly, and all units include a DVD player and heating.

Pools & Outdoor Spaces

The property has two seasonal outdoor saltwater pools, one heated and both with a shallow end. Sun loungers and pool towels are provided around the pool area, which also offers a view of the surrounding hills. An outdoor BBQ area with picnic tables sits beside the pool for guest use.

Family & Pet-Friendly Features

Kids can use the outdoor play equipment, and family rooms are available for groups. The motel allows pets in specific rooms, and a guest laundry and DVD library add convenience. Cook's Lookout Motel is a quiet hillside property away from the busy Paihia town center, suitable for families and couples.

Location & Nearby Attractions

The motel is a 5-minute drive to Te Ti Bay beaches and 4 km from Paihia Wharf, where restaurants and bars are located. Waitangi Golf Club and ecotours are within a short drive, and Kerikeri Bay of Islands Airport is 20 minutes away. The location overlooks the Waitangi River and Pacific Ocean, providing a rural setting with easy access to town.

Guest Services & Amenities

Free on-site parking and free WiFi are available throughout the property. A tour desk helps guests arrange local excursions, and luggage storage is offered. The motel provides 24-hour security with CCTV in common areas and smoke alarms in all rooms.

• Accommodations: Self-catering rooms with kitchenettes and ocean-view balconies
• Pools: Two seasonal outdoor saltwater pools, one heated
• Location: 5 minutes from Te Ti Bay beaches, 4 km from Paihia town center
• Family: Kids' outdoor play equipment and family rooms
• Pets: Pet-friendly options in select rooms