7.1avge. of 117 reviewsCook's Lookout Motel
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Cook's Lookout Motel offers 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 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.
Important Information
Please note, Cook's Lookout Motel is a non-smoking property.Please inform 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.
Guests under the age of 18 can only check in with a parent or official guardian.
Swimming pool is closed from Sun 14 Jun 2026 until Wed 30 Sept 2026
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Cook's Lookout Motel - Room Options
A selection of room types are usually available at Cook's Lookout Motel, including;
- Queen Studio with Ocean Views
- Standard Apartment
- One-Bedroom Apartment with Ocean View
- One-Bedroom Apartment with Pool Access
- Two-Bedroom Apartment with Ocean View

Queen Studio with Ocean Views (Sleeps 2, 1 Bedroom, 1 Bathroom)
These rooms offer ocean views from inside the room and on the private balcony. Features a kitchenette, LCD TV and DVD player. Please note that the rate is based on 2 guests. There is no capacity for additional guests. Please note this room is not suitable for infants or children.

One-Bedroom Apartment with Pool Access (Sleeps 3, 1 Bathroom)
Features separate bedroom and sitting room areas, with limited views of ocean. Includes a kitchenette with stove, microwave and toaster. A single bed is provided in the lounge. Please note that the rate is based on 2 guests. Maximum occupancy is 5 (see Hotel Policies).

One-Bedroom Apartment with Ocean View (Sleeps 3, 1 Bathroom)
Offers separate sitting room and bedroom areas. Includes a spacious kitchenette with stove, microwave and toaster. Features ocean views from the room and private balcony. A single bed is provided in the lounge. Please note that the rate is based on 2 guests. Maximum occupancy is 5 (see Hotel Policies).
Two-Bedroom Apartment with Ocean View (Sleeps 4, 1 Bathroom)
Spacious apartment with large sitting room area and a private balcony with ocean views. The kitchenette includes a stove, microwave and toaster. Please note that the rate is based on 4 guests. Maximum occupancy is 6 (see Hotel Policies).

Standard Apartment (Sleeps 2, 1 Bedroom, 1 Bathroom)
A single bed is provided in the lounge. Please note this room is not suitable for infants or pets.
Hotel Facilities
COVID-19 Precautions
- Cashless payments
- Cleaning chemicals effective against Coronavirus
- Rooms disinfected between stays
- Rooms sealed after cleaning
- Safety Protocols followed
Sports & Outdoors
- Heated Pool
- Outdoor pool (all year)
- Outdoor pool (seasonal)
- Pool with view
- Salt-water pool
- Shallow end
Leisure & Activities
- Sun Terrace
Travel & Transport
- Accessible parking
- Free Parking
- Tour Desk
Business & Internet
- Free Wifi
Food & Drink
- Picnic area
Children & Family
- Kids' outdoor play equipment
Services
- 24-hour security
- CCTV in common areas
- CCTV outside property
- Key access
- Laundry
- Luggage storage
- Pets Allowed
Room Facilities
- Family Rooms
- Heating
- Non-smoking rooms
Outside
- Garden
Hotel
- Non-smoking throughout
- Smoke alarms
- Fence around pool
- Sun loungers or beach chairs
- Outdoor furniture
- Fire extinguishers





