Sanctuary Palms

31 Bayview Road, 0200 Paihia, New Zealand – Great location - show map

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8.7
Scored 8.7
Fabulous
Rated fabulous
91 reviews

This is truly a sanctuary. Tranquil setting with the chirp of the birds the only audible sound. Very relaxing setting

Mike New Zealand
a living room with a couch and a fireplace at Sanctuary Palms in Paihia
a living room with a couch a table and a fireplace at Sanctuary Palms in Paihia
an aerial view of a house with a roof at Sanctuary Palms in Paihia
a bedroom with a large bed with a red blanket at Sanctuary Palms in Paihia
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Sanctuary Palms

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  • Apartments
  • Kitchen
  • Sea view
  • Garden
  • Washing machine
  • Free WiFi
  • Balcony
  • Free parking
  • Bath
  • Air conditioning
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Overlooking the Bay of Islands, Sanctuary Palms is 5 minutes’ walk from Paihia Beach. All suites feature a spa bath and a electric fireplace in the lounge. Paihia Sanctuary Palms is 10 minutes’ walk from the Paihia-Russell ferry terminal and 5 minutes’ drive from Waitangi Treaty House. Haruru Falls are 10 minutes’ drive away. Each of these suites offers a fully equipped kitchen, a dining setting and laundry facilities. All include a living area with a sofa, flat-screen TV and DVD/CD player. A private balcony with ocean views is available in the Penthouse and Premier Suite. The tour desk can book tours of the Bay of Islands, winery visits, hiking, historical tours and dolphin cruises. There are several restaurants, cafes and bars within 15 minutes’ walk.

Couples particularly like the location — they rated it 8.7 for a two-person trip.

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Most popular facilities
  • Free parking
  • Free WiFi
  • Spa and wellness centre
  • Non-smoking rooms
  • Airport shuttle

Property highlights

Situated in the best rated area in Paihia, this property has an excellent location score of 8.7

Free private parking available on-site

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Availability

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Accommodation Type
Number of guests
 
1 extra-large double bed
1 extra-large double bed
1 extra-large double bed
Bedroom 1:
1 extra-large double bed
Bedroom 2:
1 extra-large double bed
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Property practices

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Guest reviews

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Staff
8.9
Facilities
8.9
Cleanliness
9.3
Comfort
9.2
Value for money
8.3
Location
8.7
Free WiFi
6.7
Low score for Paihia
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  • Mike
    New Zealand New Zealand
    “This is truly a sanctuary. Tranquil setting with the chirp of the birds the only audible sound. Very relaxing setting”
  • Murray
    Australia Australia
    “Peaceful surroundings away from the main hub of Paihia. Ideal as a base to do all your sightseeing from. Unit well appointed and secluded from the other apartments”
  • Claire
    United Kingdom United Kingdom
    “This is a stylish, luxurious and well equipped apartment. Offering views of the beautiful town of Paihia, it’s the kind of place that you wish you could spend more time in. We didn’t see the owners or any staff while we were there but they...”

Hosted by Sharron & Paul

8.9
8.9
Host review score
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Sharron & Paul
Overlooking the Bay of Islands, Sanctuary Palms is 5 minutes’ walk from Paihia Beach. All suites feature a spa bath and a electric fireplace in the lounge. Paihia Sanctuary Palms is 10 minutes’ walk from the Paihia-Russell ferry terminal and 5 minutes’ drive from Waitangi Treaty House. Haruru Falls are 10 minutes’ drive away. Each of these suites offers a fully equipped kitchen, a dining setting and laundry facilities. All include a living area with a sofa, flat-screen TV and DVD/CD player. A private balcony with ocean views is available in the Penthouse and Premier Suite.
Hi We have been looking after guests for the past 7 years on The Gold Coast. We moved back to New Zealand In November to spend time with family as we have 5 grand children with another on the way. We love travelling as much as our guests do so we hope to give all our guests a great experience while staying with us and we hope they enjoy the Bay Of Islands as much as we do.. We enjoy getting out on the boat in our spare time as there are so many beautiful beaches to enjoy along with picturesque walks around the islands and great fishing.
The Bay Of Islands has so much to see and do you wont know where to start but here is a sneak peak of what is on offer.  Explore Urupukapuka Island - Ferry To Otehei Bay Take off your watch and get away for a day to an island set amidst the beautiful Bay of Islands. spend the day at your leisure or adventure  Hole in the Rock Dolphin Cruise - Fullers Great Sights Cruise around the Bay of Islands right to the end of the Cape Brett Peninsula, to the famous Hole in the Rock on Motukokako Island.  Paihia Dive Trips Dive Courses & Wreck Dives Dive the Rainbow Warrior or Canterbury one of the world's premier wreck dives, and which truly is the 'Jewel of the North'  Thunder Trike Tours Paihia Bay of Islands V8 Trike Bike Thunder Trike Tours offer unique, exciting motorcycle tours, cruising the bay on a custom built V8 350 Chev Trike. A Bucket List Adventure.  Coastal Kayakers Paihia - Bay of Islands Guided Kayak Tours Coastal Kayakers offer half & full day tours daily from Waitangi, catering to all levels from the novice to the experienced paddler
Language spoken: English

Property surroundings

Facilities of Sanctuary Palms
Great facilities! Review score, 8.9

Most popular facilities
  • Free parking
  • Free WiFi
  • Spa and wellness centre
  • Non-smoking rooms
  • Airport shuttle
Parking
Free private parking is possible on site (reservation is not needed).
    Internet
    WiFi is available in the rooms and is free of charge.
    Kitchen
    • Dining table
    • Coffee machine
    • Cleaning products
    • Toaster
    • Stovetop
    • Oven
    • Tumble dryer
    • Kitchenware
    • Electric kettle
    • Kitchen
    • Washing machine
    • Dishwasher
    • Microwave
    • Refrigerator
    Bedroom
    • Linen
    • Wardrobe or closet
    Bathroom
    • Toilet paper
    • Towels
    • Bath or shower
    • Slippers
    • Private bathroom
    • Toilet
    • Free toiletries
    • Bathrobe
    • Hairdryer
    • Bath
    • Shower
    Living Area
    • Dining area
    • Fireplace
    • Seating Area
    Media & Technology
    • Flat-screen TV
    • Satellite channels
    • CD player
    • DVD player
    • Radio
    • TV
    Room Amenities
    • Socket near the bed
    • Drying rack for clothing
    • Clothes rack
    • Electric blankets
    • Tile/marble floor
    • Private entrance
    • Carpeted
    • Fan
    • Ironing facilities
    • Iron
    Outdoors
    • Terrace
    • Garden
    Wellness
    • Spa and wellness centre
    Food & Drink
    • Tea/Coffee maker
    Activities
    • Beach
    Outdoor & View
    • Sea view
    • View
    Building characteristics
    • Private apartment in building
    Transport
    • Airport shuttle
      Additional charge
    Reception services
    • Invoice provided
    Cleaning services
    • Laundry
    Miscellaneous
    • Designated smoking area
    • Air conditioning
    • Non-smoking throughout
    • Heating
    • Non-smoking rooms
    Safety & security
    • Fire extinguishers
    • CCTV in common areas
    • Smoke alarms
    • Safety deposit box
    Languages spoken
    • English

    House rules

    Sanctuary Palms takes special requests - add in the next step!

    Check-in

    From 14:00 to 21:30

    You'll need to let the property know in advance what time you'll arrive.

    Check-out

    From 07:00 to 10:00

     

    Cancellation/
    prepayment

    Cancellation and prepayment policies vary according to apartment type. Please enter the dates of your stay and check the conditions of your required room.

    Children and beds

    Child policies

    Children are not allowed.

    Cot and extra bed policies

    Cots and extra beds are not available at this property.

    Age restriction

    The minimum age for check-in is 18

    Mastercard Visa Eftpos Cash Sanctuary Palms accepts these cards and reserves the right to temporarily hold an amount prior to arrival.

    Smoking

    Smoking is not allowed.

    Parties

    Parties/events are not allowed

    Quiet hours

    Guests must be quiet between 22:00 and 06:00.

    Pets

    Pets are not allowed.

    The fine print
    Need-to-know information for guests at this property

    Please inform Sanctuary Palms in advance of your expected arrival time. You can use the Special Requests box when booking, or contact the property directly with the contact details provided in your confirmation.

    This property will not accommodate hen, stag or similar parties.

    Quiet hours are between 22:00:00 and 06:00:00.

    FAQs about Sanctuary Palms

    • Sanctuary Palms is 100 yards from the centre of Paihia. All distances are measured in straight lines. Actual travel distances may vary.

    • You can choose from a number of accommodation options at Sanctuary Palms (subject to availability). These can accommodate:

      • 2 guests
      • 4 guests

      For more detailed information, please check the accommodation option(s) breakdown on this page.

    • Yes, there are options at this property that have a balcony. You can find out more about this and the other facilities at Sanctuary Palms on this page.

    • Sanctuary Palms offers the following activities / services (charges may apply):

      • Spa and wellness centre
      • Beach

    • Check-in at Sanctuary Palms is from 14:00, and check-out is until 10:00.

    • Yes, Sanctuary Palms is popular with guests booking family stays.

    • The nearest beach is just 0.6 miles from Sanctuary Palms. All distances are measured in straight lines. Actual travel distances may vary.

    • You can choose from a number of accommodation options at Sanctuary Palms (subject to availability). These have:

      • 1 bedroom
      • 2 bedrooms

      For more detailed information, please check the accommodation option(s) breakdown on this page.

    • The prices at Sanctuary Palms may vary depending on your stay (e.g. dates you select, hotel's policy etc.). See the prices by entering your dates.