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Recommended hotels in Cooks Beach

On the beach, sun-loungers

1. CooksEstuaryEscape-Waterfront at your doorstep (Price enquire for small groups)

CooksEstuaryEscape-Waterfront at your doorstep (Price enquire for small groups)
Cooks Beach
9.8 out of 10, Exceptional, (200 reviews)
"Great location!"
New Zealand
Scott B.
The price is AU$568
includes taxes & fees
2 Aug - 3 Aug
CooksEstuaryEscape-Waterfront at your doorstep (Price enquire for small groups)
Outdoor dining

2. Relaxing beach vacation - beautiful, quiet and clean

Relaxing beach vacation - beautiful, quiet and clean
Cooks Beach
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (117 reviews)
"Great position and plenty of room for large family gatherings "
New Zealand
Brenda A.
The price is AU$342
includes taxes & fees
4 Aug - 5 Aug
Relaxing beach vacation - beautiful, quiet and clean
Deluxe Apartment, Partial Ocean View | Private kitchen

3. Albert Number 6 Motel

Albert Number 6 Motel
3.0 star property
Whitianga
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (452 reviews)
"The owner was super helpful. Great place to stay!"
Australia
Betsy
The price is AU$116
includes taxes & fees
7 Aug - 8 Aug
Albert Number 6 Motel
Front of property

4. Peninsula Motel

Peninsula Motel
3.5 star property
Whitianga
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (325 reviews)
"Older motel but well maintained. Very roomy and right in town"
Australia
David
The price is AU$130
includes taxes & fees
2 Aug - 3 Aug
Peninsula Motel
Outdoor pool, open 8:00 AM to 8:00 PM, pool umbrellas, pool loungers

5. Beachside Resort Whitianga

Beachside Resort Whitianga
4.0 star property
Whitianga
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (923 reviews)
"Great place to stay."
Australia
David
The price is AU$138
includes taxes & fees
24 Aug - 25 Aug
Beachside Resort Whitianga
First Floor Two Bedroom with Kitchenette and Sea View | Terrace/patio

6. Waterfront Apartments Whitianga

Waterfront Apartments Whitianga
3.5 star property
Whitianga
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (267 reviews)
"Our stay at the waterfront apartments was so good!! It was perfect for what we were looking for. The view was amazing and it was easy to find with friendly staff. Would stay again for sure."
Australia
Krisi
The price is AU$210
includes taxes & fees
12 Aug - 13 Aug
Waterfront Apartments Whitianga
Outdoor pool, open 8:00 AM to 5:00 PM, pool loungers

7. Oceans Resort Whitianga

Oceans Resort Whitianga
4.5 star property
Whitianga
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (332 reviews)
"Great stay"
United Kingdom
Joanna
The price is AU$168
includes taxes & fees
1 Sept - 2 Sept
Oceans Resort Whitianga
Balcony

8. Oceanside Motel

Oceanside Motel
3.5 star property
Whitianga
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (304 reviews)
"Stayed in the upper King room with the ocean view and it was as lovely as expected. Bedding was good and heater great to warm up on a cold winters day, really lovely deck and very clean!"
Australia
Yvette
The price is AU$174
includes taxes & fees
8 Aug - 9 Aug
Oceanside Motel
View from room

9. Blue Marlin Apartments

Blue Marlin Apartments
3.5 star property
Whitianga
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (349 reviews)
"We were upgraded to a larger room and it was so clean and lovely water views"
Australia
Victoria
The price is AU$136
includes taxes & fees
14 Aug - 15 Aug
Blue Marlin Apartments
Superior Studio, Non Smoking, Balcony (Queen Superior Studio) | Balcony

10. Aotearoa Lodge

Aotearoa Lodge
3.0 star property
Whitianga
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (184 reviews)
"Clean room Friendly staff Easy check-in"
Australia
Madeleine
The price is AU$113
includes taxes & fees
2 Aug - 3 Aug
Aotearoa Lodge
Manu Moana | In-room dining

11. Oceans 88 Whitianga Coastal Accommodation Suites

Oceans 88 Whitianga Coastal Accommodation Suites
2.5 star property
Whitianga
9.8 out of 10, Exceptional, (51 reviews)
"The access to the pool and hot tub and the estuary were the best part for our family,"
Australia
Ruth
The price is AU$198
includes taxes & fees
18 Aug - 19 Aug
Oceans 88 Whitianga Coastal Accommodation Suites
Presidential Apartment, 3 Bedrooms, Sea View | Water view

12. Esplanade Apartments

Esplanade Apartments
4.0 star property
Whitianga
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (80 reviews)
"Location was as good as it gets so close to everything you need on your holiday"
Australia
David
The price is AU$260
includes taxes & fees
2 Aug - 3 Aug
Esplanade Apartments
Beach nearby, white sand

13. Hot Water Beach TOP 10 Holiday Park

Hot Water Beach TOP 10 Holiday Park
3.0 star property
Whenuakite
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (603 reviews)
"Staff were lovely very helpful, property was great lots to do"
United Kingdom
Georgia
The price is AU$134
includes taxes & fees
26 Aug - 27 Aug
Hot Water Beach TOP 10 Holiday Park
Deluxe Room, Non Smoking, Kitchen (Deluxe One Bedroom)

14. Bailey's At The Beach Motel

Bailey's At The Beach Motel
3.5 star property
Whitianga
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (182 reviews)
"The hotel was so clean, cozy, and inviting. The ocean is right across the street, offering incredible views and beach access. The location was outside of the commercial center, but still so close it was walkable. Finally, the proprietors were very helpful and pleasant. We will most certainly be back."
Australia
Hayley
The price is AU$198
includes taxes & fees
7 Aug - 8 Aug
Bailey's At The Beach Motel
Disabled Access Triple Room | Living area

15. Bayside Holiday Units

Bayside Holiday Units
3.0 star property
Whitianga
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (96 reviews)
"Very welcoming and helpful staff and a wonderfully quiet location so close to a very beautiful beach."
New Zealand
Gay
The price is AU$136
includes taxes & fees
7 Aug - 8 Aug
Bayside Holiday Units
View from room

16. Crowsnest Apartments

Crowsnest Apartments
4.0 star property
Whitianga
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (218 reviews)
"Loved the place, clean and tidy, close to the beach, good views of the water from the balcony. "
Canada
Levi
The price is AU$250
includes taxes & fees
2 Aug - 3 Aug
Crowsnest Apartments
Outdoor pool

17. Harbourside Holiday Park

Harbourside Holiday Park
2.5 star property
Whitianga
8.4 out of 10, Very good, (140 reviews)
"Excellent service, great location. Enjoyed our stay"
Australia
Delwyn
The price is AU$108
includes taxes & fees
6 Aug - 7 Aug
Harbourside Holiday Park
Premium Villa, 2 Bedrooms, Ocean View | Terrace/patio

18. Tasman Holiday Parks – Hahei Beach

Tasman Holiday Parks – Hahei Beach
4.5 star property
Hahei
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (460 reviews)
"Great place to stay for a stop over and close to all the sights to see"
Australia
Jennifer
The price is AU$132
includes taxes & fees
13 Aug - 14 Aug
Tasman Holiday Parks – Hahei Beach
Cottage, Ensuite | Terrace/patio

19. Church Accommodation

Church Accommodation
3.5 star property
Hahei
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (195 reviews)
"The cottages are very spacious, beautiful and clean. Lodging is well located to all things Hahei. Parking was easy. Staff very friendly and helpful. Probably our favorite lodging in NZ. "
United States
Clay
The price is AU$192
includes taxes & fees
2 Aug - 3 Aug
Church Accommodation
Executive Apartment, 3 Bedrooms, Non Smoking, Partial Ocean View | Private kitchen

20. Ocean Serenity Apartments Whitianga

Ocean Serenity Apartments Whitianga
3.5 star property
Whitianga
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (66 reviews)
"Nice clean rooms with great facilities and friendly service"
Australia
Jack
The price is AU$222
includes taxes & fees
23 Aug - 24 Aug
Ocean Serenity Apartments Whitianga
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Top Cooks Beach Hotel Reviews

Beachside Resort Whitianga

Beachside Resort Whitianga

10/10 Excellent
"Clean nicely set out room & quiet with good WiFi, nice view but no A/C. Heater was good tho! "
Gary 2-night trip
Posted 5 days ago
Beachside Resort Whitianga

Find out more about Cooks Beach

Cooks Beach Resort information

Number of reviews
4,273
Accommodation
0 Resort
Lowest Price
AU$108
Highest Price
AU$568

Frequently asked questions

What is Cooks Beach like for a resort holiday?
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What can I do in Cooks Beach?
For some time by the water, you can head to Cooks Beach and Flaxmill Bay Beach. If you want more to do in the area, you can spend time at Shakespeare Cliff Lookout or Captain Cook's Memorial.
What's the weather like in Cooks Beach?
The hottest months are usually February and January, with an average temperature of 19°C, while the coldest months are July and August, with an average of 13°C. Average annual precipitation for Cooks Beach is 1413 mm.
What's the best way to get to and around Cooks Beach?
Fly into Whitianga (WTZ-Whitianga Aerodrome), which is located 3 mi (4.9 km) away. Otherwise, you can search for flights to Auckland (AKL-Auckland Intl.), which is 54 mi (86.9 km) away. If you'd like to venture out around the area, you may want to rent a car for your trip.

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