Opua Boutique Seaview Motel

Very convenient to the marina and we could park right in front of the room. The kitchen had all the useful equipment.

We had no problem.

Comfy beds and pillows, luxurious thick white towels, easy access to more linen if required, shower pressure was great, the kitchen facilities were clean and had all the utensils that was needed for our stay. The location is a great central home base - a short walk or drive to the Ferry to Russell at the bottom of the hill or a ten minutes drive towards Paihia and Waitangi, we also explored further places including a 3.5 hour drive up to Cape Reinga. Sadly we didn't meet the actual host until the last day due the busyness of their other holiday business, however, super friendly via messaging keeping in touch, and lovely "Mum" was there on hand if required. Basically the motel is small, no fuss, convenient and friendly.

Although the unit was comfy and homely, the only downfall is - it had no aircon - we really struggled with the heat and humidity during the nights and had to use the little electric fan at all times (with closed doors due to mozzies and moths)You get used to the traffic zooming past heading to and from the ferry. A comfy stay but a tad misleading advertising as a 'boutique seaview' just not quite as expected or imagined (unless you perhaps had a room upstairs) - suggest giving this cute little motel a fresher external makeover sometime during a quieter period.

We stayed in a 2bed room “Deck” room. Meaning it was on the second floor, with a furnished balcony, which had a beautiful view of the Bay of Islands! The unit itself was nicely laid out with the 2 bedrooms, separated from each other and the other common rooms, by a hallway with multiple doors, which increases privacy and decrease the sound. The hallway had doors to the kitchen/living room, the toilet room, and then shower room

Like most older or seaside accommodations, the place was musty. That’s always a challenge for my asthmatic wife. But she literally was able to sleep outside on the balcony (using her own sleeping bag she always brings). So. If you are like most people, and are not sensitive to “cottage mustiness”, then this is the place for you.!

Hosts were incredibly friendly and helpful. Room was very clean with high quality linen. We had the best room with a lovely balcony and great view.

Had everything you would expect, comfy bed, clean, the owners were accommodating as our arrival times changed.

The toilet had a minor flow issue. But they were all good, and looked at it after we left.

Good location for the activities we had planned. Quiet at night.

Uncomfortable bed and too fat pillows. Busy road in the day.

Small kitchenette meant could cook meals ourselves - close to harbour to pick up boat we hired - WiFi

Only really one small grocery shop in opau - had to drive to grocery stores and restaurants (ten min away ) - parking available but up slope from main road (which is quite quiet)

We didn't order breakfast. The location was amazing; just a five-minute drive from Waitangi, and the ferry to cross over to Russell was just down the road.

The motel met our expectations as a comfortable place to rest after a long day.

Kitchen well equipped. Clean.

Hole at end of driveway. Everything was adequate.

Well laid-out accommodation, clean and tidy, nice shower and good kitchenette. Enjoyed our stay.

Parking area is small - you may need to park across the road.

Location was great

Apart from the noise above there is nothing to complain about. Awesome people. Clean. Just great !

A lovely space with everything one needs. It's near the car ferry to Russell and only a short drive away from Paihia. Friendly owners. We loved it!

No complaints.

Very convenient location for the car ferry to Russell and lush outlook with bush and bird songs. Very clean. Very helpful hosts.

It is a busy road during the day although quiet at night.

Very clean and well maintained for an old business.

The name is a bit deceiving .Nothing boutique about it and sea views are minimal.Book the balcony unit as from the upstairs deck you will get a sideways view of the harbour.Downstairs units would not gave any seaviews

Owner was wonderful, cleaner a special lady. Area suited us perfectly.

Sweet little motel in Opua, just up the hill from the marina.

Pleasant

There were a lot of footsteps above the room, flashing water and annoying noises from whatever machines going all night which makes sleeping difficult.Water from the shower leaked through the whole washroom every time we take showers which keeps the floor very wet. There was no stopper for the sink in the bathroom. Only one light works in the bathroom.

Superb

Little bit noisy with ferry traffic but didn’t matter during the day and was only for about 5-10 mins each time.

Location was perfect, just atop the hill so it was a nice short stroll to the marina and local shops. Owner Rich was a great host too.

There is not a lot I didn't like about the accommodation or Opua itself. We loved our stay!

Cute motel with sea views from the balcony, as promised. Very comfortable inside, well laid out and clean. The kitchen amenities were top notch - good quality provisions, and even included ground coffee sachets for the plunger! Comfortable bed and lots of extra bedding, with a homemade quilt on top. There were lots of other homey touches throughout the apartment. I thought it was great value for money and a great place to base ourselves for exploring the Bay of Islands.

I really can't think of anything. There was no table to sit at in our room - other rooms may be arranged differently - which just meant that we couldn't work and had to go out exploring, so that's no big issue either really.