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Paihia Star Motel

Paihia

Paihia Star Motel is located in Paihia, within 10 km of Opua Forest and 3.3 km of Waitangi Treaty Grounds. Haruru Falls is 7.3 km from the motel and Kemp House and Stone Store is 27 km away.

Popular points of interest near the motel include Paihia Beach, Te Ti Bay Beach and Paihia Harbour. The nearest airport is Bay of Islands Airport, 23 km from Paihia Star Motel. An older property but looked after very well. Trevor welcomed us on arrival and told us everything we needed to know and answered any questions we had. We spent two nights and wished we had more time.Paihia is a quaint and beautiful little town in the Bay of Islands. The motel was within very easy walking distance of the town with several resort choose from. The included breakfast was phenomenal and served right to our door right at the chosen time. We highly recommend Paihia Star Motel for value and a wonderful stay. It was well appointed, clean and friendly and the beds most comfortable! Thank you Trevor!!!

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9.1
Wonderful
162 reviews
Price from
$117
per night

Bay of Islands Gateway Motel & Apartments

Paihia

Offering quality accommodation, this 4.5-star property is nestled between Paihia and Waitangi on Te Ti Bay. Gateway Motel & Apartments offers a range of accommodation suitable for small groups, corporate travellers, team building and wedding parties.

Free parking is available on site. Limited boat parking and mountain bike storage is also available and must be booked in advance. The motel also offers laundry facilities and luggage storage. Our stay in the excutive suite was great. Level of cleanliness was exceptional.

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9.1
Wonderful
181 reviews
Price from
$111
per night

Bay Cabinz Motel

Paihia

Bay Cabinz Motel offers self-contained private chalets overlooking Paihia village. Set amongst native surroundings with sea or garden views, it provides free Wi-Fi and shuttle service to/from the bus depot. Exactly what we were were looking for: great location, great chalets, great owner

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9
Wonderful
359 reviews

Colonial House Motel

Kerikeri

Just 10 minutes' walk from the Kerikeri River and set amongst gardens, the peaceful Colonial House Motel boasts free unlimited WiFi, Netflix and 50+ TV channels and a saltwater pool.

Colonial House Motel is ranked second out of 14 motels in Kerikeri by travellers on Trip Advisor. this was the second time I have stayed at the property and enjoyed my visit once again the owners are delightful and welcoming great location to explore the area of Kerikeri

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9
Wonderful
640 reviews
Price from
$114
per night

Kerikeri Park Lodge

Kerikeri

The 4.5 star Kerikeri Park Lodge is just 4 km from Kerikeri Golf Club and 3 minutes' drive from Kerikeri's town centre. Paihia is 20 minutes' drive away. Cape Reinga Tours pick up from the motel on a daily basis. Very clean and tidy room.Facilities were excellent.

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9
Wonderful
288 reviews
Price from
$131
per night

Kauri Park Motel

Kerikeri

Set in lush sub-tropical gardens, Kauri Park offers an outdoor pool and units with spa bath. The motel features free Wi-Fi and free private parking.

Guests can make use of the barbecue pavilions in the gardens or explore lively Kerikeri restaurants and cafes, less than 2km away from the Kauri Park Motel Kerikeri. Very tidy grounds lovely set up especially with the views of gardens and fruit tress

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9.2
Wonderful
378 reviews
Price from
$124
per night

Averill Court Motel

Paihia

Averill Court Motel offers spacious self-contained accommodation, only 150 metres from Paihia Beach. All rooms are built around a central pool area with spa pool, swimming pool and sun terrace.

Each studio and apartment at Averill Court Motel Paihia includes satellite TV and some movie channels available. All rooms feature plunger coffee and an electric kettle and either a kitchen or kitchenette with cooking facilities. Great owner, great location, relaxed, quiet and the added bonus of a laundry service

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8.5
Very Good
1,154 reviews
Price from
$73
per night

Bounty Motel

Paihia

An à la carte breakfast is available and served across the road from Bounty Motel, at the Kingsgate Hotel. The tour desk can book dolphin cruises and trips to the famous Hole in the Rock. Bounty Motel also offers a guest laundry and luggage storage facilities. Free parking is provided on site. Simple, cozy place to stay in.

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8.2
Very Good
2,676 reviews
Price from
$79
per night

Dolphin Motel

Paihia

Dolphin Motel is centrally located just 100 metres from Paihia wharf. All rooms feature a stovetop, fridge and satellite TV. Guests enjoy up to 2GB of free WiFi.

Dolphin Motel provides apartment-style accommodation of studios, 1 and 2-bedroom units and family units. Some include a fully equipped kitchen and ceiling fans. All are non-smoking. Very quiet location just a 5 minute walk to central Pahia. Very clean and comfortable. I will stay again!

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8.1
Very Good
1,183 reviews
Price from
$72
per night

Seaport Village Holiday Accommodation

Russell

Guest rooms are equipped with a flat-screen TV with cable channels, fridge, a kettle, a shower, free toiletries and a desk. Each room comes with a private bathroom with a hairdryer, while certain rooms include a balcony and others also offer city views. At the motel each room is fitted with bed linen and towels. Everything you would want in a beachside hotel.

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8.8
Excellent
345 reviews
Price from
$115
per night

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