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Set in Paihia and only 1.2 km from Te Ti Bay Beach, Allegra House offers accommodation with sea views, free WiFi and free private parking. With garden views, this accommodation provides a balcony. This 4-star bed and breakfast offers private entrance. Exceeded expectation. Fabulous hosts, gorgeous views, peaceful environment, delicious breakfast, and perfect location walking distance to the Paihia wharf. Thank you again for a wonderful stay!

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9.8
Exceptional
157 reviews
Price from
US$183
per night

Featuring barbecue facilities and views of garden, Kerigold Secluded Chalets Motel is set in Kerikeri, 21 km from Opua Forest. Featuring a garden, the 4-star motel has air-conditioned rooms with a private bathroom. There is a sun terrace and guests can make use of free WiFi and free private parking. The place was spacious, clean and peaceful. The beds were comfortable, AC worked good, especially during these hot summer days. Be mindful that it is an open shower. Prime location was the main reason we booked this place. City centre, cafes, restaurants, locals selling watermelons and berries, ice cream place and many more, just around the corner from the motel. Thanks again for the wonderful stay ☺️

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9
Superb
565 reviews
Price from
US$138
per night

Situated in Kerikeri, 24 km from Opua Forest, Stone Store Lodge has a garden, parking on-site and rooms with free WiFi access. Boasting a shared kitchen, this property also provides guests with a sun terrace. The property offers soundproof units and is set 200 metres from Kemp House and Stone Store. I loved that it was private and secluded and looked out onto bush

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9.1
Superb
192 reviews
Price from
US$118
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. Great location with outstanding views. Very clean and comfortable accomodation. Hostess Jo was readily available and a great help with local information.

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9.3
Superb
264 reviews
Price from
US$110
per night

Abri Apartments in Paihia provides adults-only accommodation with a garden and barbecue facilities. This property offers access to a balcony, free private parking and free WiFi. When staying at the apartment, guests can use private entrance. Set up above the town and away from traffic.noise, the apartment has a lovely view across the bay. The apartment is spacious, comfortably furnished, and well equipped. The host is friendly and helpful.

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9.4
Superb
150 reviews
Price from
US$172
per night

Situated within 1 km of Long Beach and 400 metres of Christ church, Bellrock Lodge features rooms with air conditioning and a private bathroom in Russell. This 5-star guest house offers full-day security and luggage storage space. There is a barbecue and guests can make use of free WiFi, free private parking and an electric vehicle charging station. It was clean , spacious and the best view

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9.5
Exceptional
183 reviews
Price from
US$140
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. Friendly and welcoming group of people. Clean and comfortable, homely.

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9
Superb
256 reviews
Price from
US$40
per night

Surrounded by lovely gardens and situated on the waterfront, Hananui Lodge and Apartments features accommodation with free WiFi, a private balcony or patio and an LCD TV. Guests enjoy a free use of kayaks. Don’t have breakfast. Location very good.

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9.2
Superb
559 reviews
Price from
US$126
per night

Boasting quiet street views, Absolute Bliss Apartments features accommodation with patio, around 1 km from Te Ti Bay Beach. This property offers access to a terrace, tennis at the tennis court, free private parking and free WiFi. The accommodation offers a lift, free shuttle service and luggage storage for guests. Was the perfect place to stay while in Paihia. Just a short walk up the hill from the main dock where Fuller's boat tours launch. Place had a nice deck to enjoy a morning coffee or an evening glass of wine and look out over town and water and listen to the birdsong from the hills behind you. Bed was very comfortable, wifi good, and Hostess Marilyn was very welcoming. Guests had access to a washing machine and clothes that was super convenient. They also had an elevator to haul the luggage up the 1 flight from driveway to accommodation units. If you are coffee drinker like us, bring ground coffee as unit has a press pot to make coffee.

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9.4
Superb
116 reviews
Price from
US$163
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. We stayed for one night and were very happy with our choice. The motel was very quiet, which allowed us to get a restful night's sleep. The room was clean and well-maintained, and the bed was very comfortable. It was a great option for a peaceful and comfortable stay.

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9.2
Superb
187 reviews
Price from
US$137
per night

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