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Craicor Boutique Apartments in Paihia provides adults-only accommodation with a garden and barbecue facilities. There is a private entrance at the apartment for the convenience of those who stay. There is a sun terrace and guests can make use of free WiFi and free private parking.

The area is popular for hiking, and car hire is available at this 3-star apartment. The apartment has a picnic area where you can spend a day out in the open. Beautiful setting and a lovely property. Very clean, and comfortable, with great facilities. The property owner was welcoming and very helpful and responsive.

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9.5
Exceptional
123 reviews
Price from
US$127
per night

Overlooking the Bay of Islands and Te Haumi Beach, The Retreat Bay of Islands Paihia offers free Wi-Fi. The basic self-contained holiday accommodation boasts a private balcony and sea views.

Each studio and apartment includes a separate lounge area with satellite TV, sofa and armchairs. Heating, north-facing windows and a private bathroom with a shower are also provided. The amazing view and big balcony, the birdsong and generally beautiful area, and of course our wonderful hosts!

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9.3
Superb
296 reviews
Price from
US$110
per night

Set in Kerikeri, 20 km from Opua Forest, Relax a Lodge offers accommodation with free bikes, free private parking, an outdoor swimming pool and a garden. Among the facilities at this property are a shared kitchen and a shared lounge, along with free WiFi throughout the property. The hostel provides garden views and a terrace. Wonderful property off a main road with a huge orange orchard, cute pigs, and adorable chickens (who follow you around!). Loved that there was always a dog or guests roaming around, but it was still extremely quiet and laid back. Klaus, the proprietor, is a fantastic host who loves to chat while he goes about his day. 10/10 experience, can’t wait to come back!!

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9
Superb
260 reviews
Price from
US$41
per night

Situated 19 km from Opua Forest, Horse Shoe Manor offers 3-star accommodation in Paihia and has a garden. This beachfront property offers access to a pool table, free private parking and free WiFi. Boasting family rooms, this property also provides guests with a barbecue. Large area with a great outdoors space. Definitely a great place to stay if you are visiting the bay of islands, which was one of my favorite places in New Zealand. We had one room with a lot of area, and another with very little area, so that was interesting.

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9.1
Superb
20 reviews
Price from
US$347
per night

Featuring accommodation with a pool with a view, garden view and a balcony, Kerikeri Garden Homestead is set in Kerikeri. This property offers access to a terrace, free private parking and free WiFi. Staff on-site can arrange a shuttle service. Great location within beautiful grounds. Very comfortable, clean and well equipped apartment. Excellent breakfast complete with homemade muesli and jam! Close to places we wanted to explore. Murray and Jan were extremely attentive and helpful in every way - we felt we were staying with friends.

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9.5
Exceptional
20 reviews
Price from
US$110
per night

Kingsgate Hotel Paihia offers a memorable waterfront location, just 100 metres from Paihia wharf. The hotel offers views across the Bays brilliant blue sea and out to Russell. Situated within 5 minutes' walk of local shops and dining options, the hotel offers an ideal base to explore the scenic and historic Bay of Islands. Excellent location and the view, super friendly staff, room was nice and clean.

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8
Very good
1,770 reviews
Price from
US$87
per night

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. Complete with a microwave, the dining area also has a refrigerator and an electric kettle. Featuring a shower, the private bathroom also comes with a hairdryer and free toiletries. Some rooms feature sea views. Excellent location near the centre of town and across from the beach

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8.9
Fabulous
635 reviews
Price from
US$95
per night

Waitangi Holiday Park provides an ideal base to explore Northland and the Bay of Islands. Situated on the banks of the Waitange River, it is close to Te Tii Bay and local beaches.

This holiday park is within walking distance to the Paihia village and a short ferry trip to Russell. There is a large supermarket 5 minutes' walk away. Within 10 minutes' walk is the Historic Waitangi Treaty Grounds where you can discover how New Zealand began in 1840. Cabin was spacious and well-equipped with a lovely location right near the water. So nice to sit with a cup of coffee in the morning and just relax. Shared facilities were great!—Kitchen has plenty of cooktops and sinks. Bathrooms were super clean and showers were nice and hot. Staff were very accommodating with storing bags before check-in and allowing a slightly later checkout. So friendly and helpful!

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8.8
Fabulous
265 reviews
Price from
US$67
per night

Featuring a balcony with sea views, a garden and barbecue facilities, Allure Lodge can be found in Paihia, close to Te Ti Bay Beach and 9.3 km from Opua Forest. This property offers access to a terrace and free private parking. The apartment features family rooms. The property was very well equipped. It had a lovely view and the host was excellent.

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8.9
Fabulous
139 reviews
Price from
US$133
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. Great location.Lovely friendly and helpful owners. Great central place to charge my batteries after a long flight.Would definitely recommend.

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8.8
Fabulous
445 reviews
Price from
US$104
per night

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