If you are traveling along the Surf Highway (State Highway 45) in Taranaki and looking for somewhere to eat then try the Headlands Hotel restaurant at Opunake. We had lunch there on a Sunday and while some of us ate from the menu others ate food from the cabinet display. Although the cabinet display was limited the variety, quality and... More

We stayed in a luxury suite at the top of the tower (second floor) for a week in early January. The hotel is lovely and very close to the beach. The staff were friendly, but also pretty much left us alone to enjoy the peace and quiet of the hotel and its environs. The restaurant is superb. We dine out... More

We stayed in a villa which was great. It was clean, well appointed and very comfortable. I particularly liked the shower which had the option of a seat for those tricky jobs( like shaving the legs), for those of us who are not as young as we used to be. The food in the cafe style restaurant was delicious and... More

The Headlands Hotel is situated above a lovely little beach and children's playground. It has an excellent cafe and good free parking. The rooms are comfortable and very well appointed. They are clean, very spacious and warm. The staff were helpful and friendly - a wonderful little place! More

We stayed in a villa ,excellent . The staff and owner welcoming and helpful. The food is lovely, no complaints at all , I love the area wonderful coast line easy access to Mt Taranaki and New Plymouth where one can fly into and be at the hotel within the hour. More

We were so pleased to stumble accross the Headlands Hotel. Fantastic food - dinner and breakfast, friendly service and clean, warm room. Should have more signage so everyone can find it. More

Headlands was perfect for us. We were exhausted when we arrived and the staff were friendly and very welcoming. It was the first place that we stayed while in New Zealand so had nothing to compare it with and only realised later what good value it had been. Our room was spacious and had everything we needed. The food was... More