Where is the best place to stay in Bay of Islands?

You can find several places worth visiting in Bay of Islands. Paihia, Russell, and Kerikeri are some of the most popular amongst our users.

What are the best hotels in Bay of Islands?

One of the most popular hotels in Bay of Islands is The Waterfront Suites - Heritage Collection, which has been reviewed by 512 users and currently has a rating of 8.8/10. Other top-rated locations include Copthorne Hotel & Resort Bay Of Islands and Centabay Lodge and Backpackers, which have received 7.9/10 and 7.8/10 ratings from our users, respectively.

What is a good hotel near Paihia Beach?

Reviews of Centabay Lodge and Backpackers recommend it as a good place to stay near Paihia Beach, scoring 7.8/10 from 943 ratings.

What is a good hotel in Bay of Islands near Paihia Wharf?

Centabay Lodge and Backpackers is a hotel near Paihia Wharf that is popular with HotelsCombined users, scoring 7.8 from 943 reviews.

Is there a good hotel near Waitangi Golf Club?

Close to Waitangi Golf Club you will find Waitangi Holiday Park, which has a rating of 8.9 over 334 HotelsCombined reviews.

What are the most popular landmarks to visit in Bay of Islands?

The most popular landmarks in Bay of Islands are Paihia Beach (in Paihia), Paihia Wharf (in Paihia), and Waitangi Golf Club (in Paihia) according to our user data. If you plan to visit any of these, we recommend finding a hotel nearby to cut down on travel time.

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Copthorne Hotel & Resort Bay Of Islands

1 Tau Henare Drive, Waitangi, New Zealand

Located in Paihia, Copthorne Hotel & Resort Bay Of Islands provides beachfront 4-star kosher accommodation, as well as free Wi-Fi, outdoor tennis courts and an outdoor pool. It also features a ticket service, a BBQ/picnic area and a concierge.

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7.9

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2905 reviews

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1.4 mi from city centre

£74

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Kingsgate Hotel Autolodge Paihia

104 Marsden Road, Paihia, New Zealand

Boasting an outdoor pool and free Wi-Fi, Kingsgate Hotel Autolodge Paihia is situated in Paihia and provides beachfront accommodation. Views of harbour, mountain and lake can be enjoyed from the in-house gym.

Free Wi-Fi

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8.1

Excellent

2771 reviews

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0.0 mi from city centre

£73

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Paihia Beach Resort & Spa Hotel

130 Marsden Road, Paihia, New Zealand

Luxurious and stylish, Paihia Beach Resort & Spa Hotel is situated in Paihia and offers a private beach, outdoor tennis courts and free Wi-Fi. Those staying at the property have access to an outdoor pool, a hot spring and a sauna.

Free Wi-Fi

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8.3

Excellent

1218 reviews

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0.3 mi from city centre

£118

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Scenic Hotel Bay of Islands

58 Seaview Road, Paihia, New Zealand

Located in Paihia, Scenic Hotel Bay of Islands is a short drive from Waitangi Golf Club and offers private parking on site. Some of the premium features at this beachfront 4-star hotel include outdoor tennis courts, a marble bathroom and free Wi-Fi.

Free Wi-Fi

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8.2

Excellent

1079 reviews

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0.5 mi from city centre

£70

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Dolphin Motel

69 Williams Road, Paihia, New Zealand

Situated in Paihia, Dolphin Motel provides beachfront 4-star accommodation, as well as free Wi-Fi. It also offers an express check-in and check-out feature, laundry facilities and a diving centre.

Free Wi-Fi

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8.3

Excellent

1659 reviews

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0.2 mi from city centre

£56

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Bounty Motel

42 Selwyn Road, Paihia, New Zealand

Bounty Motel is located in Paihia and features free Wi-Fi. It also offers a ticket service, an express check-in and check-out feature and a diving centre.

Free Wi-Fi

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8.2

Excellent

3011 reviews

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0.1 mi from city centre

£52

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Kauri Park Motel

512 Kerikeri Road, Kerikeri, New Zealand

Featuring an outdoor pool and free Wi-Fi, this Kerikeri motel is conveniently located within Kerikeri. It also provides a ticket service, a library and laundry facilities.

Free Wi-Fi

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9.3

Excellent

709 reviews

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1.5 mi from city centre

£78

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Paihia Pacific Resort Hotel

27 Kings Road, Paihia, New Zealand

Providing an outdoor pool, a sauna and a plunge pool, Paihia Pacific Resort Hotel provides beachfront rooms close to Waitangi Golf Club. Popular amenities, such as free Wi-Fi and outdoor tennis courts, make for a satisfying stay in Paihia.

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7.5

Good

1944 reviews

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0.4 mi from city centre

£58

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