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Opononi Hotel

Opononi , 19 State Highway 12, Rd3 (Show on Map)

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Info Situated near the mouth of Hokianga Harbour and a short 15-minute drive from the Kauri giant "Tane Mahuta", the Opononi Resort Hotel offers an ideal location for travelers to explore the rich history and beauty of Northland. The hotel boasts ten designer-decorated, harbor-side en-suite rooms, each featuring a private balcony with stunning harbor views and easy access to the beach. The Boar & Marlin Restaurant provides an exceptional dining experience with a menu highlighting Northland's specialty produce, complemented by the finest regional wines, as well as premium New Zealand and international selections. Catering to various group events and conference dining needs, Opononi Hotel offers a range of amenities, including a bar, mini casino and big screen TV for guest entertainment.

Summary of reviewsThe Opononi Hotel is a must-visit destination for those looking for a fantastic location and stunning views of the sea and harbor. The hotel is conveniently close to shops, restaurants and other amenities, making it perfect for those who wish to explore the area. Guests love being able to relax on the hotel's deck, overlooking the beach, while enjoying food and drinks from the on-site bar/restaurant. The staff is friendly and welcoming and many rooms offer gorgeous views of the water. While there are mixed reviews about the breakfast and dinner provided, the hotel pub food is generally good with great options nearby. The rooms are clean, comfortable and inviting with some guests finding them beautifully presented or nicely decorated with modern bathrooms. The staff at the Opononi Hotel are exceptional, accommodating and helpful. However, there are some concerns with regards to the upkeep of the facilities, such as the need for new pillows and the occasional report of a hard bed. The hotel's Wi-Fi can be inconsistent and some guests have reported no Wi-Fi or very slow connections. Overall, the Opononi Hotel is a comfortable space for a visit to Opononi, but it may be time for some updates and refurbishment.
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Family Friendly Hotel

Small Hotel

3-Star Hotel

Room Types

Studio The studio features air conditioning, a tea and coffee maker, as well as a private bathroom boasting a walk-in shower and a hairdryer. The unit has 1 bed.

Studio with Balcony Providing free toiletries, this studio includes a private bathroom with a walk-in shower, a bath and a hairdryer. Featuring a balcony, this studio also provides air conditioning, a tea and coffee maker and a flat-screen TV. The unit offers 1 bed.

One-Bedroom Villa This villa consists of 1 living room, 1 separate bedroom and 1 bathroom with a walk-in shower and free toiletries. The well-fitted kitchen features a stovetop, a refrigerator, kitchenware and an oven. Featuring a balcony with sea views, this villa also provides air conditioning and a flat-screen TV. The unit offers 3 beds.

Standard Twin Room Featuring free toiletries, this twin room includes a private bathroom with a walk-in shower, a bath and a hairdryer. Boasting a balcony, this twin room also features air conditioning, a tea and coffee maker and a flat-screen TV. The unit has 2 beds.

Deluxe Villa This villa comprises 1 living room, 2 separate bedrooms and 1 bathroom with a walk-in shower and free toiletries. In the fully equipped kitchen, guests will find a stovetop, a refrigerator, kitchenware and an oven. Featuring a balcony with sea views, this villa also provides air conditioning and a flat-screen TV. The unit offers 4 beds.

About Opononi HotelThe Opononi Resort Hotel, boasting magnificent harbor views, is strategically located near the mouth of the Hokianga Harbour and just a 15-minute drive from the Kauri giant of the forest, "Tane Mahuta". This makes it an ideal destination for travelers wishing to explore the rich history and beauty of Northland. The hotel features ten designer-decorated harbor-side en-suite rooms, each with a private balcony offering stunning views of the harbor and all less than a minute's walk to the beach.

The Boar & Marlin Restaurant, overlooking the harbor, provides an excellent dining experience for guests seeking either a special meal or a casual bite. With attentive service and spectacular harbor views, the restaurant offers a menu highlighting Northland's specialty produce, allowing guests to savor the flavors of the region in an ambient atmosphere. In addition to the finest regional wines, the restaurant also serves a selection of premium New Zealand and international wines.

Opononi Hotel is equipped to cater to various group events and conference dining needs, including small group functions, weddings, corporate groups, business meetings, special birthdays, sports groups and more. The hotel also offers numerous recreational amenities, such as a bar with snacks, a mini casino and a big screen TV for guests' entertainment.

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Guest Reviews

7.4

Good

Location

The Opononi Hotel is highly praised for its fantastic location and stunning views of the sea and harbor. Situated right on the beachfront, it's conveniently close to shops, restaurants and other amenities. The hotel is perfect for those who wish to explore the area with lovely walks nearby and lots to see and do. Guests love being able to relax on the hotel's deck, overlooking the beach, while enjoying food and drinks from the on-site bar/restaurant. Characterful and well-situated, the hotel provides easy access to the city center and is well-suited for those on their way home. The staff is friendly and welcoming and many rooms offer gorgeous views of the water. All in all, the hotel's perfect location and unique ambience make it a must-visit destination.

Breakfast

Guests staying at the 'Opononi Hotel' have mixed reviews about the breakfast provided. Some were thankful for the inclusive breakfast, while others were disappointed with the limited options. However, most guests agreed that the complimentary continental breakfast was a good start to the day with plenty of cereal and toast choices available. A few guests mentioned that the breakfast staff failed to arrive, causing disorganization. Some guests were impressed with the good cooking options and lovely presentation while others felt that the breakfast was poor. Nonetheless, all agreed that the breakfast was included in the room price, which made it a good value.

Dinner

For those staying at Opononi Hotel, you have a range of dining options to choose from. Some guests enjoyed the pub food with great fish and chips from the takeaway next door. However, others found the fish and chip dinner offered by the hotel to be overcooked and dry. The restaurant/bar food was generally yummy with good choices on the eenvoudig menu. If you prefer a quieter dining experience, there is a separate area available. While some reviewers had a less-than-stellar experience with the meals provided by the hotel, others found the dinner to be excellent. The seafood basket was particularly praised as being excellent. That said, a few guests chose to dine elsewhere based on mixed reports. Ultimately, while the hotel pub food was generally good with great options nearby, some meals didn't quite hit the mark for an enjoyable dining experience.

Rooms

If you're looking for a beachfront stay at Opononi Hotel, you'll have mixed experiences with the rooms. Many guests found their rooms clean, comfortable and even inviting with great sea views, which made for some fantastic sunsets. Some reviewers also appreciated that the hotel gave them upgraded apartments without extra charges.

On the other hand, some guests thought that the rooms were shabby or outdated with some even citing examples of poor maintenance, like broken furniture or shaky balcony railings. Others found the rooms too cramped with small bathrooms and, in some cases, musty odors.

Despite these mixed reviews, many guests valued the hotel's efforts to renovate and refurbish the rooms with some commenters finding their rooms beautifully presented or nicely decorated with modern bathrooms. If you're looking for a basic but comfortable room for a short stay with all the necessary amenities, you might find Opononi's rooms to your liking. However, if you're looking for a luxurious stay with more spacious rooms, you might want to keep looking.

Beds

The Opononi Hotel offers a range of comfortable and easy-going rooms with some guests reporting very comfortable beds and sleeping well. However, not all beds are created equal with reports of uncomfortable double and single beds and a need for some beds to be replaced. Some guests noted that the beds may be too small for taller individuals. Elder family members may appreciate electric blankets to warm up the beds. Overall, the hotel's rooms are clean, airy and have been renovated in recent times to offer a nice experience. There have been some concerns with regards to the upkeep of the facilities, such as the need for new pillows and the occasional report of a hard bed.

Cleanliness

The Opononi Hotel has received mixed reviews when it comes to cleanliness. While some guests have raved about the hotel being very clean, tidy and faultless in terms of cleanliness, others have complained about poor cleanliness, poor maintenance and even terrible smells. Some guests have pointed out minor issues such as plates and glasses not being the cleanest, while others highlighted bigger problems like mould stains and dated decor. However, most guests have commented positively on the friendliness of staff and the comfort of the rooms. Despite some negative feedback about cleaning, the hotel still receives many positive comments for being clean and tidy overall with guests finding the facilities, beds and bathrooms up to the mark. While it may be time for some updates, the hotel is still a comfortable space for a visit to Opononi.

Staff

The staff at the Opononi Hotel have received a lot of praise from guests for their helpfulness, friendliness and welcoming attitude. Guests were especially impressed with the understanding and polite hosts who accommodated late check-ins. A few guests did express concern about an understaffed restaurant/pub leading to some wait times, but overall the staff were described as "awesome", "exceptional" and "amazing". There were a few reviews that mentioned less-than-friendly bar staff, but these were rare. The service at breakfast was singled out by a number of guests who described it as "very good", "exceptional" and highlighted the importance of taking care of all staff members. One guest mentioned a difficult personnel situation, but most reviews praised the easy-going and hospitable attitude of the staff. All in all, the staff at the Opononi Hotel were described as friendly, helpful and accommodating with a few specific mentions of standout staff members providing excellent service.

Wi-Fi

Guests who value their internet connectivity may want to take note of the mixed reviews on the Wi-Fi at Opononi Hotel. While some guests have reported free and fast internet in their rooms, others have complained of no Wi-Fi or very slow and inconsistent connections. A few guests even reported the Wi-Fi signal did not reach their rooms at all. The hotel management has acknowledged the problem and reported it to the provider, but guests may want to check with the hotel directly before booking if they rely heavily on internet access during their stay.

3 Star

The Opononi Hotel is an historic pub with a retro 1960s charm. While it has good bones and is very good value, it appears to be in need of refurbishment and an overhaul with some guests finding it disappointing and noting it has a damp smell odour. Many guests had issues with the key to the doors and noise levels from the pub and other guests. Its location in the middle of nowhere makes it a unique place for everyone to gather, but the cooked breakfast could do with improvement. The receptionist was noted to not wear a mask, which is particularly concerning during the pandemic. Some guests found it to be enjoyable and pleasantly memorable, while others won't be returning and suggest looking elsewhere next time.

No, Opononi Hotel doesn't have any pool.

No, a spa isn't available at Opononi Hotel.

No, Opononi Hotel doesn't allow dogs.

No, parking facilities aren't available at Opononi Hotel.

No, Opononi Hotel doesn't have a gym.

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