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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. Easy walk to Waitangi, and similarly to Paihia

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9.2
Superb
189 reviews
Price from
US$100
per night

Set in a peaceful neighbourhood, ASURE Admirals View Motel offers self-contained accommodation with scenic sea views in most rooms. Featuring a library, it offers Wi-Fi, bike rental and parking for free. The rooms was bright and airy and comfortable. The kitchenette was well equipped and the staff was very friendly and helpful.

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9
Superb
308 reviews
Price from
US$103
per night

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. Clean, lovely location, quiet & well thought out for comfort

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9
Superb
548 reviews
Price from
US$110
per night

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. Great spot, very quiet and comfy. Thank you for the pleasant stay.

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9.3
Superb
257 reviews
Price from
US$106
per night

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. Excellent staff highly recommend

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9.2
Superb
346 reviews
Price from
US$119
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. Clean quiet and in a good position

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8.6
Fabulous
1,484 reviews
Price from
US$70
per night

Start your day with our delicious and affordable Continental Breakfast. 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. The staff were so friendly and helpful, great location, ample parking, nice spacious room

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8.1
Very good
2,396 reviews
Price from
US$70
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. The hostess was so considerate and approachable, I was so grateful responding on my requests.😊🥂 Will definitely be back there.🎉

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8.2
Very good
1,065 reviews
Price from
US$63
per night

Located within 1.2 km of Te Ti Bay Beach and 10 km of Opua Forest, Paihia Star Motel provides rooms in Paihia. The property is around 800 metres from Paihia Harbour, 3.3 km from Waitangi Treaty Grounds and 7.3 km from Haruru Falls. Beautiful spot 50yards from beach.

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8.7
Fabulous
148 reviews
Price from
US$133
per night

Located in Russell, within 1.2 km of Long Beach and 300 metres of Christ church, Seaport Village provides accommodation with a garden and free WiFi throughout the property as well as free private parking for guests who drive. The motel offers city views and a barbecue. Everything you would want in a beachside hotel.

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8.9
Fabulous
421 reviews
Price from
US$118
per night

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