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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.

The free breakfast was exceptional

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9.1
Superb
162 reviews
Price from
£105
per night

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.

Ideal location as a base to explore the Bay of Islands. Friendly and very helpful owner operators. Clean, comfortable, good shower. Parking right outside the apartment door, gas station 100 metres away, good supermarket just as close. 2 minute drive or 15 minute pleasant walk into Pathia. Wish we had stayed longer, next time we will

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9.1
Superb
182 reviews
Price from
£85
per night

All cottages and apartments at Ash Grove Motel open onto landscaped gardens. They are equipped with 32’’ flat-screen. Each has a small kitchen and guest laundry can be found on site.

Guests can enjoy views of the peaceful countryside, go fishing or have a barbeque on site. All the tours and cruises available in the Paihia region can be booked from the motel’s tour desk.

This motel is a special find - huge rooms, so clean, well appointed and comfortable. It has a complete kitchen, wonderful shower and comfortable beds. The best part is stepping out from your door to your own patio and right to the pool. This pool is not in a parking lot or by a street but surrounded by a beautiful garden and lawn. We enjoyed morning coffee poolside as well as Happy Hour. All units open to the pool. The couple running the motel is delightful, extremely helpful in planning activities, learning about the gardens, and making our stay exceptional.

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9
Superb
189 reviews
Price from
£88
per night

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.

amazing motel - nice clean room, very well equipped, nice swimming pool and whirpool. bbq area I think it was our nicest accommodation during our holiday in NZ.

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8.5
Very good
1,159 reviews
Price from
£58
per night

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.

Friendly staff and great location

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8.2
Very good
2,706 reviews
Price from
£58
per night

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.

Everything. Location, well equipped facilities and comfortable.

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8.1
Very good
1,188 reviews
Price from
£67
per night

Other facilities offered at Ala Moana Motel include barbecues, a ticket service, a tour desk and luggage storage. An array of activities can be enjoyed on site or in the surroundings, including golfing. The property offers free parking.

It was really clean, within walking distance to the wharf, beach, shops, restaurants, and supermarkets. You also can take sitting on the balcony, the view from there was great. Although it doesn't have modern facilities, however, its cleanness, quietness and convenience impressed us deeply. The host and business owner John is enthusiastic and hospitable, if you have any questions, just ask him!

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8.8
Fabulous
590 reviews
Price from
£74
per night

Set on the Paihia waterfront in the heart of the Bay of Islands, this motel offers refurbished suites with free Wi-Fi directly opposite Paihia Beach. All suites offer a patio or balcony with sea or garden views.

Loved the location, our view from #14, the balcony. Ken and Lyn were very friendly.

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8.7
Fabulous
430 reviews
Price from
£90
per night

Just 150 metres from Paihia Beach, Austria Motel offers self-contained accommodation with a private balcony and free WiFi. It features a barbecue area and a sunny terrace with lovely bay views.

Austria Motel Paihia is 4 minutes’ drive from the famous Waitangi Treaty Grounds, and 10 minutes’ drive from Haruru Falls. Kerikeri Airport is a 25-minute drive away.

A very nice place to stay in Paihia. Stayed 3 nights, we were very comfortable. Self-contained and close to the town. Highly recommended.

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8.8
Fabulous
444 reviews
Price from
£81
per night

Waterfalls Estate - Falls Motel & Waterfront Campground features an outdoor pool, a gas barbecue area and private beach facilities. Located just 4 km from central Paihia, the property offers rooms with free Wi-Fi access (100MB/day) and views of the Waitangi Lagoon. Free parking is provided on site.

Incredible location and super friendly staff. The rooms were spacious and comfortable. Balcony/Terrace with a really nice view of the waterfall and lake. Kayaks were available free of charge and staff at reception gave wonderful tips for local sightseeing. Showers also had the highest water pressure I had yet to experience - very comfortable!

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8.5
Very good
179 reviews
Price from
£82
per night

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  • Paihia Star Motel
    Breakfast options
    9.1
    Scored 9.1
    Superb
    Rated superb
     · 162 reviews

    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.

    The breakfast was yummy. Location was great and the staff were amazing.

  • Ash Grove Boutique Motel
    9.0
    Scored 9.0
    Superb
    Rated superb
     · 190 reviews

    The Ash Grove is located in the Bay of Islands, just a 3-minute drive from the Paihia Waitangi waterfront. It offers free Wi-Fi and a peaceful garden setting with a large swimming pool.

    Quiet clean comfy safe and decor refreshing Host trustworthy & friendly

  • Alfa Boutique Motel
    Breakfast options
    8.1
    Scored 8.1
    Very good
    Rated very good
     · 132 reviews

    Alfa Boutique Motel offers apartment-style accommodation just 100 metres from Paihia Beach. Each of these modern studios has a separate kitchen, bathroom and balcony.

    Thanks Wendy for making hubby and I feel so welcome 💛

  • Marlin Court Motel
    Breakfast options
    8.3
    Scored 8.3
    Very good
    Rated very good
     · 370 reviews

    Marlin Court is an affordable family-friendly motel only 3 minutes walk from the beach and an easy stroll to cafes, restaurants, kayak hire, the jetty or the centre of Paihia.

    Clean, comfortable,Had everything we needed. Quiet

  • Anchorage Motel
    Breakfast options
    8.5
    Scored 8.5
    Very good
    Rated very good
     · 404 reviews

    Anchorage Motel is ideally located on Paihia’s waterfront, opposite a white sandy beach. Guest facilities include free Wi-Fi, a tropical garden with a swimming pool and a barbecue area.

    Perfect for my young family, friendly and welcoming

  • Waitangi Beach Units
    7.5
    Scored 7.5
    Good
    Rated good
     · 149 reviews

    Waitangi Beach Units is located in Paihia, 5 km from Opua Forest. Free private parking is available on site. Rooms come with a flat-screen TV.

    It was lovely and peaceful and close to the beach.

  • Cook's Lookout Motel
    7.9
    Scored 7.9
    Good
    Rated good
     · 110 reviews

    Cook's Lookout Motel offers refurbished self-catering accommodation, just 5 minutes’ drive from Paihia town centre. Most rooms offer superb ocean views over the Bay Of Islands.

    The view was fantastic. The room had everything needed

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  • Bay of Islands Gateway Motel & Apartments
    9.1
    Scored 9.1
    Superb
    Rated superb
     · 181 reviews

    Offering quality accommodation, this 4.5-star property is nestled between Paihia and Waitangi on Te Ti Bay.

    Owners went out of their way to make our stay perfect.

  • Averill Court Motel
    Budget options available
    8.5
    Scored 8.5
    Very good
    Rated very good
     · 1,163 reviews

    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.

    Punctual, polite, friendly. We used all facilities.

  • Bounty Motel
    Budget options available
    8.2
    Scored 8.2
    Very good
    Rated very good
     · 2,711 reviews

    Just 100 metres from Paihia Beach, this motel offers self-contained accommodation with access to a shared patio, a garden with outdoor seating and free unlimited WiFi.

    Everything, location was a walk away to the shops and wharf.

  • Dolphin Motel
    Budget options available
    8.1
    Scored 8.1
    Very good
    Rated very good
     · 1,192 reviews

    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.

    Nice new complex Good sized room Excellent location

  • Ala Moana Motel
    Budget options available
    8.8
    Scored 8.8
    Fabulous
    Rated fabulous
     · 590 reviews

    Ala Moana Motel is located on the waterfront in central Paihia. Free WiFi access is available. Each room here will provide you with a TV with 50 satellite channels and a patio.

    Very easy walk to all amenities. A lovely place to stay.

  • Austria Motel
    Budget options available
    8.8
    Scored 8.8
    Fabulous
    Rated fabulous
     · 444 reviews

    Just 150 metres from Paihia Beach, Austria Motel offers self-contained accommodation with a private balcony and free WiFi. It features a barbecue area and a sunny terrace with lovely bay views.

    Excellent customer experience. Welcoming and warm.Perfect location great beds

  • Edelweiss Motel
    Budget options available
    7.0
    Scored 7.0
    Good
    Rated good
     · 1,027 reviews

    Featuring a heated outdoor swimming pool, spa pool and access to a tennis court, Edelweiss Motel offers self-contained accommodation just 100 metres from Paihia Beach.

    The heated pool, the spa. Our room was so big and comfy

  • Aloha Seaview Resort Motel
    Budget options available
    6.0
    Scored 6.0
    Pleasant
    Rated pleasant
     · 1,166 reviews

    Located in the Bay of Islands, Aloha Seaview Resort Motel is a quiet, family-friendly motel offering free Wi-Fi, a swimming pool and stunning sea views.

    Good location easy to find and good for our needs.

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  • Admirals View Lodge
    8.8
    Scored 8.8
    Fabulous
    Rated fabulous
     · 263 reviews

    Set in a peaceful neighbourhood, Admirals View Lodge offers self-contained accommodation with scenic sea views in most rooms. Featuring a library, it offers Wi-Fi, bike rental and parking for free.

    staff was friendly and the room was clean and tidy

  • Breakwater Motel
    Central location
    8.7
    Scored 8.7
    Fabulous
    Rated fabulous
     · 430 reviews

    Set on the Paihia waterfront in the heart of the Bay of Islands, this motel offers refurbished suites with free Wi-Fi directly opposite Paihia Beach.

    Great views , 5 minute walk to pier and restaurants.

  • Bayview Motel
    Central location
    8.4
    Scored 8.4
    Very good
    Rated very good
     · 408 reviews

    Situated on Paihia’s waterfront, this motel offers self-contained apartments featuring a private balcony or patio with views over the beach and the Bay of Islands.

    Local was great and close to all things out I. Oaihia

  • Bay Sands Seafront Studios
    8.4
    Scored 8.4
    Very good
    Rated very good
     · 315 reviews

    Located opposite Ti Beach, Bay Sands Seafront Studios is just 600 metres from the centre of Paihia.

    The privacy and the caring Hospitality from the owners

  • Te Tiriti Motel
    Central location
    8.0
    Scored 8.0
    Very good
    Rated very good
     · 694 reviews

    Set in sub-tropical gardens, Te Tiriti Motel offers a relaxing escape situated in Waitangi in the Bay of Islands. It features an outdoor pool.

    Everything was nice pool was nice for a cool off

  • Aarangi Tui Motel
    Central location
    7.8
    Scored 7.8
    Good
    Rated good
     · 165 reviews

    The Aarangi Tui Motel is located in the heart of Paihia, only 150 metres from the wharf.

    Central to everything. Nice flat 5min walk into town

  • Outrigger Motel
    Central location
    7.6
    Scored 7.6
    Good
    Rated good
     · 209 reviews

    Located in Paihia, the tranquil Outrigger Motel is 200 metres from the beach and a range of cafes and restaurants. Enjoy a sun terrace and a BBQ area. Free Wi-Fi vouchers are available at reception.

    very clean, good location, friendly staff, very quiet.

  • Riverside Lodge Paihia
    7.3
    Scored 7.3
    Good
    Rated good
     · 392 reviews

    Situated in Paihia, 5 km from Opua Forest, Riverside Lodge Paihia features barbecue facilities and a garden, as well as free WiFi. Built in 1990, the property is within 2.3 km of Haruru Falls.

    We bought and paid all our food outside the facility

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Motels that guests love in Paihia

  • Avg. price/night: £159.64
    8.8
    Scored 8.8
    Fabulous
    Rated fabulous
     · 639 reviews
    Lovely place, have stayed on the roadfront before and loved it
    Sandy
    Family with young children
  • Avg. price/night: £57.66
    8.5
    Scored 8.5
    Very good
    Rated very good
     · 1,163 reviews
    The motel is very clean , Perfect for family , The Manager Miss Winne was very helpful, Parking was very convenient right outside the room- The area is very convenient with just 5 mins walk to the beach and restaurants Overall we loved our stay in paihia and in Averill
    GOLDIE
    Family with young children
  • Avg. price/night: £57.66
    6.0
    Scored 6.0
    Pleasant
    Rated pleasant
     · 1,166 reviews
    A large and spacious unit with all the essentials in this motel
    Grant
    Young couple
  • Avg. price/night: £66.72
    8.1
    Scored 8.1
    Very good
    Rated very good
     · 1,192 reviews
    This was our 2nd stay, this motel is located close to a lot that Paihia has to offer. Modern TVs allow you to sigh in and use your streaming media accounts. Just remember to sign out. Wifi is fast
    Geoffrey
    Young couple
  • 9.0
    Scored 9.0
    Superb
    Rated superb
     · 190 reviews
    Friendly and accommodating staff members made the stay very enjoyable. Would highly recommend Ash Grove Motel to anyone visiting Paihia. The swimming pool is lovely on a good day.
    HonestReviewz
    Family with young children
  • Avg. price/night: £81.49
    8.0
    Scored 8.0
    Very good
    Rated very good
     · 1,696 reviews
    The Junior Suite has a beautiful view from the lounge area. The beds were comfortable, kitchen well equipped. The room itself was very comfortable and a lovely surprise. Great facilities gym & outside laundry with ice machine. Very very close to the main part of Paihia and a perfect view of the bay. Perhaps change the name Autolodge to something else, gives the wrong impression, its better than a motel or autolodge.
    Lorna
    Family with young children
  • Avg. price/night: £57.66
    8.5
    Scored 8.5
    Very good
    Rated very good
     · 1,163 reviews
    Very close to beach. Very easy to locate the Motel.
    Thomas Eamon
    Young couple
  • Avg. price/night: £61
    7.8
    Scored 7.8
    Good
    Rated good
     · 165 reviews
    A great priced motel, very close to town and the marina. Had everything we needed to make meals. Easy check in and free parking.
    sb1712
    Young couple
  • Avg. price/night: £93.40
    8.4
    Scored 8.4
    Very good
    Rated very good
     · 408 reviews
    The Bayview Motel was lovely! Very friendly staff and a spotless room with a view of the bay made this a perfect stay.
    Jim
    Family with young children
  • Avg. price/night: £85.78
    8.8
    Scored 8.8
    Fabulous
    Rated fabulous
     · 444 reviews
    Very good smaller and quiet motel close to waterfront. On site parking. Very friendly and helpful manager. Would like to stay here again, and for longer next time.
    Michael
    Young couple