LOTTIN POINT MOTEL, Cape Runaway

Lottin Point Motel - A remote coastal retreat with land-based fishing access, restaurant, and ocean-view units

Located 3.65km from the main road in a remote coastal area, this 3-star property features units with private bathrooms, kitchenettes containing microwaves, refrigerators, electric fry pans, and kettles, and balconies offering Pacific Ocean views. The on-site restaurant serves breakfast, brunch, and dinner à la carte to guests daily. A private walkway provides direct access to rock fishing ledges beneath Lottin Point Motel, recognized for kingfish, snapper, and tarakihi catches. The East Cape Lighthouse is reachable by a 50-minute drive followed by an 800-step climb through private land. Units contain work-friendly amenities including free Wi-Fi but lack televisions. Coin-operated laundry facilities are available for $6 per load. Evening meals, light snacks, packed lunches, and cooked breakfasts are served in the dining room at Lottin Point Motel.

Pros

Direct private access to renowned land-based fishing rocks and ledges

Restaurant serving à la carte breakfast, brunch, and dinner daily

All units feature ocean views from balconies and free Wi-Fi

Coin-operated laundry facilities available on-site

Proximity to scenic cycling routes including 4km gravel road to beach

Cons

No television sets in any accommodation units

Remote location requires 2-3 hour drive from nearest towns