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.
Laundry facilities and free car parking are available for guests. The tour desk can book local activities, such as dolphin-watching cruises and arrange itineraries and reservations throughout the country.
Dolphin Motel is situated 100 metres from the beach and the shops and cafes of Paihia town centre. Paihia Ex-Servicemen's Club is a 1-minute walk from the motel.
Couples particularly like the location — they rated it 9.3 for a two-person trip.
“We have stayed at Dolphin Motel a number of times and always the same. Location, Value, Clean, and Made to Feel welcome.”
Jacqueline
Australia
“This is my second visit, having stayed at Easter to attend my Aunty Isey Cross's 106th Birthday.
The staff are friendly while remaining professional. The room was clean and the beds were comfortable.
Highly recommend.”
Lynda
New Zealand
“Quiet, comfortable beds, great shower lovely four night stay”
Muhammad
New Zealand
“Very clean room and bed super comfy. Laundry machine availability. The Manager in charge was super friendly and kind”
Reeves
New Zealand
“Staff was very friendly. This was the second time we stayed here. Rooms are awesome, staff friendly as. Parking right outside your rooms. They accommodated us with what I had requested. We can walk everywhere no need to drive, everythi g is within...”
Ray
New Zealand
“Nice modern room (studio) Great WiFi. Great location.”
Kylie
New Zealand
“Loved the Dolphin room, this is my motel i stay at everytime when im in Paihia thanku to all staff”
Bonnie
New Zealand
“Excellent central location for the BOI Jazz & Blues festival. Has all the amenities we needed, plus is extremely good value.”
Grant
New Zealand
“very quiet location, privacy, and very well sound proofed units. Absolutely spotless, beautifully presented room.
Parking and outdoor area top class and so clean. Very well lit courtyard and stairwell to upstairs Units.”
Sera-anne
New Zealand
“We love staying here, we just a like a home away from home. The staff are amazing, very welcoming and polite. It’s our new favourite spot. 🫶🏽”
Property surroundings
Facilities of Dolphin Motel
Great facilities! Review score, 8.3
Most popular facilities
Free parking
Free WiFi
Family rooms
Non-smoking rooms
Facilities for disabled guests
Tea/coffee maker in all rooms
House rules
Dolphin Motel takes special requests - add in the next step!
Check-in
From 15:00 to 18:00
Guests are required to show a photo identification and credit card upon check-in
You'll need to let the property know in advance what time you'll arrive.
Check-out
From 08:00 to 10:00
Cancellation/ prepayment
Cancellation and prepayment policies vary according to accommodation type. Please enter the dates of your stay and check the conditions of your required option.
Refundable damage deposit
A damage deposit of NZD 50 is required on arrival. That's about US$28. This will be collected as a cash payment. You should be reimbursed on check-out. Your deposit will be refunded in full in cash, subject to an inspection of the property.
Children and beds
Child policies
Children of any age are welcome.
To see correct prices and occupancy information, please add the number of children in your group and their ages to your search.
Cot and extra bed policies
Cots and extra beds are not available at this property.
Age restriction
The minimum age for check-in is 21
Pets
Pets are not allowed.
Groups
When booking more than 4 rooms, different policies and additional supplements may apply.
Accepted payment methods
Cash
The fine print
Need-to-know information for guests at this property
Guests arriving outside reception opening hours (7:30-6:30) are kindly requested to inform the hotel in advance. Contact details can be found on the booking confirmation.
Guests are required to show a photo identification and credit card upon check-in. Please note that all Special Requests are subject to availability and additional charges may apply.
Please inform Dolphin Motel in advance of your expected arrival time. You can use the Special Requests box when booking, or contact the property directly with the contact details provided in your confirmation.
A damage deposit of NZD 50 is required on arrival. This will be collected as a cash payment. You should be reimbursed on check-out. Your deposit will be refunded in full in cash, subject to an inspection of the property.
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