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Reviews of Sunlit Bay Villas

121 State Highway 10, 0420 Coopers Beach, New Zealand

#2 of 7 hotels in Coopers Beach

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Review score

Based on 26 hotel reviews

9.7

Score breakdown

  • Cleanliness

    9.8

  • Comfort

    9.9

  • Location

    9.9

  • Facilities

    9.6

  • Staff

    9.9

  • Value for money

    8.9

  • Free WiFi

    7.5

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  • Reviewed: 22 June 2025

    9.0
    Best ocean views and soothing waves
    • Leisure trip
    • Group
    • Deluxe Villa
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    Nothing not to like here.

    Beautifully redecorated, amazing sea views and the sound of the waves at night are so soothing! The kitchen is well stocked and there is sky tv as well. The beds are so comfortable and the linen is fresh and luxurious. Norma and Ian were very helpful and easy to communicate with.

    Stayed in June 2025

  • Reviewed: 22 June 2025

    10
    Incredible spot in the Far North with wonderful hosts
    • Leisure trip
    • Family with young children
    • Suite
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted via mobile

    Wonderful hosts; spectacular view and position

    Stayed in June 2025

  • Reviewed: 3 June 2025

    10
    We will definitely be back to stay again!
    • Leisure trip
    • Family with young children
    • Suite
    • Stayed 4 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    N/A

    The villa is emaculate, stylish and comfortable. There is a playground within walking distance, and a literal 1 min walk to the beach - which the kids loved. We could hear the waves and had an amazing view of the ocean. The owners are super friendly and helpful. The location is a perfect spot between the shops in Coopers Beach and Mangonui.

    Stayed in April 2025

  • Reviewed: 23 April 2025

    10
    Exceptional
    • Leisure trip
    • Family with young children
    • Superior Villa
    • Stayed 3 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    We had a fantastic stay here, the view from the villa was incredible! Norma was lovely and made us feel right at home. The facilities were great, the villa was clean and cosy. Having steps right down to the beach was a bonus for an early morning walk. Our boys particularly liked having the freedom to explore and also making a little friend....Bob the cat. If you are looking for a base to explore the Northland, Sunlit Bay Villas is perfect!

    Stayed in April 2025

  • Reviewed: 23 April 2025

    10
    Idyllic stay at Coopers Beach
    • Leisure trip
    • People with friends
    • Suite
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    Nothing!

    What a fabulous place. We had Villa 1 and the views were spectacular! One way the beach, the other was through a huge beautiful pohutakawa. The beds were super comfy, roomy lounge, huge TV, very well appointed kitchen and truly AMAZING shower with great water pressure. Hosts were so kind and full of fun! Everything is new, so very tidy! Easy access to beach with a hose to wash your feet upon return! Highly recommended, even in winter it would be great and cozy!! We had the most stunning sunset on arrival!

    Stayed in April 2025

  • Reviewed: 1 March 2025

    10
    Well worth it
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Suite
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted via mobile

    A gorgeous, newly renovated apartment style unit—spotlessly clean, with stunning ocean views. The check-in process was seamless, and the host was incredibly welcoming. It was the perfect stop on our road trip to Maitai Bay and the Kerikeri Peninsula (highly recommend making the short 30-minute drive north from here!). That said, Coopers Beach, right in front of the hotel, is absolutely breathtaking as well.

    Stayed in March 2025

  • Reviewed: 20 February 2025

    10
    Was great will definately need to stay longer next time as we arrived late but apart from that absolutely perfect
    • Leisure trip
    • Family with young children
    • Suite
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted via mobile

    Was quiet hot upstairs but nothing the fan and or aircon couldnt sort out

    Location and how cozy and comfortable it was

    Stayed in February 2025

  • Reviewed: 31 January 2025

    10
    Exceptional
    • Leisure trip
    • Solo traveller
    • Suite
    • Stayed 1 night

    Very clean, amazing first line view, super friendly staff.

    Stayed in January 2025

  • Reviewed: 7 January 2025

    10
    Amazingly place with beautiful views
    • Leisure trip
    • Group
    • Suite
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    Nothing to not like

    Beautiful property with amazing views - really comfortable beds and well thought out units. Norma and Al are wonderful hosts and nothing is too much trouble.

    Stayed in January 2025

  • Reviewed: 6 January 2025

    10
    awesome time with my little family, was just what we needed :)
    • Leisure trip
    • Family with young children
    • Superior Villa
    • Stayed 1 night

    it is a pricey stay per night but do think you should splurg every now and then and this was one of those things to do so.

    outstanding view, even from growing up there stil coming back and seeing that from your deck is amazing :)

    Stayed in November 2024

  • Reviewed: 4 January 2025

    10
    Beautiful
    • Leisure trip
    • Family with young children
    • Deluxe Villa
    • Stayed 3 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    Only thing wrong is value for money, but thats new zealand prices they are no more expensive than anywhere else that provides the same or even less quality. Thanks team!

    Loved the spot! norma and alistair were lovely ! The place was perfect . Loved the sound of waves to go to sleep and wake up to.

    Stayed in January 2025

  • Reviewed: 2 January 2025

    10
    We had a short stay it was very comfortable. We love the location and view from the property.
    • Leisure trip
    • Family with young children
    • Suite
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted via mobile

    Nothing

    Location

    Stayed in January 2025

  • Reviewed: 7 December 2024

    10
    Fabulous stay.
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Suite
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    Nothing

    The beds were super comfortable., the cottage was newly refurbished (beautifully done) and the managers very friendly and helpful. Superb view and easy access to the beach , down the stairs, through the pohutukawas.

    Stayed in December 2024

  • Reviewed: 6 December 2024

    10
    An excellent stay ngā mihi (thanks)
    • Business trip
    • Solo traveller
    • Suite
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted via mobile

    Was not a long enough stay, we can fix that next time. Couldnt find the reception area, however it was explained that the villas have been refurbished, and new sign regarding reception is on its way soon.

    We were met by our hostess, and a calming sounds of the sea. Given the heat during our travel to get to Mangonui, the stay was healing and discreetly private (we were'nt isolated) We were within close proximity to our extended whanau too which was a plus. Cleanliness was excellent Thank you for your manaakitanga (hospitality and care).

    Stayed in December 2024

  • Reviewed: 13 November 2024

    10
    Exceptional
    • Business trip
    • Solo traveller
    • Deluxe Villa
    • Stayed 1 night

    Located right above the beach. Nice deck overlooking view. Hosts were super friendly and helpful!

    Stayed in November 2024

  • Reviewed: 29 October 2024

    10
    Fantastic Long Weekend
    • People with friends
    • Suite
    • Stayed 3 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    Arrived for an unveiling was coming up on my own but decided to bring my family for a long weekend holiday Thankyou so much to Norma and Ali absolutely awesome people very welcoming and caring thankyou so much for the beautiful stay we so loved it there and we will be back. Sunlit Bay Motel Coopers Beach is the best motel I have stayed in and I've stayed in alot all over the motu. Thanks Norma and Ali🖤🤍❤️

    Stayed in October 2024

  • Reviewed: 10 June 2025

    9.0
    Superb
    • Leisure trip
    • Family with young children
    • Deluxe Villa
    • Stayed 1 night

    There are no comments available for this review

    Stayed in May 2025

  • Reviewed: 24 April 2025

    10
    Exceptional
    • Leisure trip
    • Family with young children
    • Deluxe Villa
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    There are no comments available for this review

    Stayed in April 2025

  • Reviewed: 2 March 2025

    10
    Exceptional
    • Leisure trip
    • Family with young children
    • Deluxe Villa
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    There are no comments available for this review

    Stayed in March 2025

  • Reviewed: 10 February 2025

    10
    Exceptional
    • Leisure trip
    • People with friends
    • Superior Villa
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    There are no comments available for this review

    Stayed in February 2025

  • Reviewed: 10 February 2025

    9.0
    Superb
    • Leisure trip
    • Group
    • Suite
    • Stayed 1 night

    There are no comments available for this review

    Stayed in February 2025

  • Reviewed: 8 February 2025

    10
    Exceptional
    • Leisure trip
    • People with friends
    • Superior Villa
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted via mobile

    There are no comments available for this review

    Stayed in February 2025

  • Reviewed: 26 January 2025

    9.0
    Superb
    • Leisure trip
    • Family with young children
    • Suite
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted via mobile

    There are no comments available for this review

    Stayed in December 2024

  • Reviewed: 29 December 2024

    9.0
    Superb
    • Leisure trip
    • Family with young children
    • Suite
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    There are no comments available for this review

    Stayed in December 2024

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