Motels in Ohope, NZ

The New Zealand coastal town of Ohope faces the Bay of Plenty, a majestic body of water that is commonly referred to as The Bay. Ohope Beach is a 7-mile long stretch of golden sand and calm surf. It is ideal for swimming and sunbathing. Visitors can look out into The Bay and see the smoke bellowing from White Island, an active volcano. Boat tours and helicopter rides take awe-struck travelers toward the volcano; this excursion tops all visitors to-do list. Second on that list is swimming with the dolphins. That's right. Large pods of dolphin live in The Bay. Guests can take a chartered boat to meet them. Once you return to the beach, put on your hiking boots and tackle the Kohi Point Walkway. The serene views and sounds make it one of the great sea walks in the world. All these activities can be arranged from the motel you are staying at. Ohope offers great accommodations and service.

Surfs Reach Motel

The 15 rooms of Surf Reach Motel face the white sands of Ohope beach. Each room has a kitchen, bathroom, satellite TV, phone and fax machine; some rooms have washing machines. Barbecue grills are available, as are boogie boards. The Surfs Reach offers the perfect combination for any summer retreat. Ride the waves and enjoy barbecued food on the beach. From the motel, you can see the volcanoes of White Island and Whale Island. The motel serves a continental breakfast (fruit, cereal, toast), cooked breakfast (eggs, sausage, hash browns), hotcakes, or a combination of your choice.

Surfs Reach Motel
PO Box 3059, 52 West End
Ohope, Whakatane, New Zealand
011 (64) 7 312 4159
surfsreachmotels.co.nz

Ocean View Motel

Ocean View Motel offers guests everything they need to enjoy the Ohope Beach. Bikes, kayaks, surf boards and boogie boards are all provided free to guests. Laundry service is also available without charge. Each unit resembles a spacious studio apartment. Amenities include a full kitchen with dishwasher, microwave, electric blankets, phones, fax machine, living area, four bunk beds and separate living area.

Guests can request a courtesy car from the motel upon arrival at the airport. The motel will also take the stress out of planing your excursion. Simply inform the front desk of what you like to do or see, and your hosts will make all the arrangements.

Ocean View Motel
18/2 West End Rd
Ohope Beach, New Zealand
011 (64) 7 312 5665
oceanviewmotel.co.nz

Jody's On The Beach Motel

Jody's On The Beach Motel is located at the west end of Ohope Beach. It is especially warm at this location, compared to other points along the shore line. Each of the five rooms has an ocean front view. White Island is visible. Amenities include a full kitchen, microwave, phone, heating blanket, barbecue grill and satellite TV. Guests can take advantage of the wireless internet access. The motel is within walking distance of the surf club, Ohope village and various restaurants and cafes. Your hosts, Cathy and Steven, will provide friendly service.

Jody's On The Beach Motel
31 West End
Ohope Beach, New Zealand
011 (64) 7 312 4616
jodysbeachfrontmotels.co.nz

Resources

AA Travel: Bay of Plenty Regional Information

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