TripAdvisor Reviews - Bali Hai Motel Feed

NZ hospitality great

Dianne and Mark N, Surrey, Canada — Sun, 26 May 2013 03:42:14 GMT

TripAdvisor traveler rating: 5 of 5 stars

We stayed two nights in this lovely small motel perched on the hillside. Lovely view over the valley and inland water from the balcony and just a few minutes from the wharf downtown - Paihia is a...

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A TripAdvisor Member — Tue, 28 May 2013 03:41:30 GMT

TripAdvisor traveler rating: 0 of 5 stars

Hello Dianne & Mark, thank you for taking the time to post a review, I really appreciate it. I am glad you enjoyed your visit. Best regards Barbara

Put this Hai on your list

2yorkiesWalsall, Walsall — Sun, 12 May 2013 11:46:30 GMT

TripAdvisor traveler rating: 5 of 5 stars

We stayed just one night in March 2013 and wished it could've been longer. Inexpensive, easy to find (the first motel after the signpost to Paihia) the building is of wooden construction with, it has...

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A TripAdvisor Member — Fri, 17 May 2013 06:33:21 GMT

TripAdvisor traveler rating: 0 of 5 stars

Hello, thank you for such a great review, I particurlarly like the play on words. Very clever. Well, I am glad that you enjoyed your stay and that the motel appearance "inside" met with expectations....

Home from Home, Great Stay

Lisbo46, Newark-on-Trent, United Kingdom — Fri, 10 May 2013 16:06:48 GMT

TripAdvisor traveler rating: 5 of 5 stars

Spent 3 nights here and it was an excellent experience. The units are well fitted out and spotlessly clean. The views are excellent and nothing was too much trouble for Barbara. The location is...

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A TripAdvisor Member — Fri, 17 May 2013 06:27:18 GMT

TripAdvisor traveler rating: 0 of 5 stars

Thank you for such a positive review, I appreciate your feedback. Barbara

Great Stay

Anita A, Sydney, Australia — Tue, 07 May 2013 12:55:21 GMT

TripAdvisor traveler rating: 5 of 5 stars

Spent 3 nights at this motel, and had a great time. My room (#1) was clean and spacious with a great view, and the motel was very quiet and peaceful. Barbara was great...I felt like I was a guest at...

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A TripAdvisor Member — Fri, 17 May 2013 06:25:29 GMT

TripAdvisor traveler rating: 0 of 5 stars

Dear Anita, thank you for taking the time to write a review for the motel. I am glad that you enjoyed your stay and your local walks. It is important that people feel, that they have been looked after...

Clean, quiet, wonderful friendly managers

Karen M, Carnamah, Western Australia, Australia — Sat, 04 May 2013 08:47:53 GMT

TripAdvisor traveler rating: 5 of 5 stars

We arrived at this hotel late at night and on first look thought it might not be that great. We were so wrong. he welcome we received from Barbara was outstanding and she couldn't have been more...

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A TripAdvisor Member — Mon, 06 May 2013 23:24:16 GMT

TripAdvisor traveler rating: 0 of 5 stars

Thank you Karen, I was delighted to read your review. It is always a little nerve wracking when a review is posted. I am always relieved when guests have enjoyed their stay. I appreciate you taking...

A great visit!

chris186368, Shrewsbury, United Kingdom — Wed, 24 Apr 2013 20:11:54 GMT

TripAdvisor traveler rating: 4 of 5 stars

Returned from NZ after a final stay at Bali Hai Motel to celebrate my 70th birthday. The resident manager, Barbara, was so helpful and kind and made my birthday rather special. Nothing was too much...

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A TripAdvisor Member — Fri, 26 Apr 2013 00:25:18 GMT

TripAdvisor traveler rating: 0 of 5 stars

Dear Chris It is great that you took time to post a review about your experience at the Bali Hai. Thank you! I am glad that all aspects of your trip to New Zealand went well, in particular your stay...

Great start to the holiday

Chris D, Lytham St Annes — Tue, 23 Apr 2013 09:32:39 GMT

TripAdvisor traveler rating: 5 of 5 stars

Arrived early evening to a lovely greeting from Barbara that matched the fantastic scenery of the Bay of Islands. Loved the motel. Great to sit on the veranda and watch the evening sun setting over...

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A TripAdvisor Member — Fri, 26 Apr 2013 00:22:18 GMT

TripAdvisor traveler rating: 0 of 5 stars

Thank you Chris, I am glad that we were a great start to your holiday. Thank you for remembering us at the end of your travels and posting a review. I never know who is going to review. Some people,...

Memorable kindness

Brian R, Berkhamsted, England, United Kingdom — Mon, 22 Apr 2013 00:09:50 GMT

TripAdvisor traveler rating: 5 of 5 stars

The first 4 days of our 5 week New Zealand holiday were spent at Bali Hai. We could not have chosen better. Not only is Paihia on the Bay of Islands a lovely part of a wonderful country, our hostess...

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A TripAdvisor Member — Fri, 26 Apr 2013 00:12:39 GMT

TripAdvisor traveler rating: 0 of 5 stars

Dear Brian Thank you for such a kind review, and I am glad to know we set the bar high for thoughtfulness and service. I appreciate you taking the time to post a review; I know that you did a lot of...

Superb accomadation

barbara t, Melbourne, Australia — Sat, 20 Apr 2013 22:56:18 GMT

TripAdvisor traveler rating: 5 of 5 stars

What a lovely find this place is, and Barbara, our host is a delight. The rooms are excellent, with all one could wish for, the views are lovely from all the rooms. The position makes it so easy to...

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A TripAdvisor Member — Fri, 26 Apr 2013 00:05:19 GMT

TripAdvisor traveler rating: 0 of 5 stars

Dear Barbara & VIc, thank you for taking the time to post a review on your stay at the Bali Hai. I really appreciate your comments. We are small and personal, and it is important that our guests feel...

Great place for a holiday

A H, Auckland Region, New Zealand — Sat, 20 Apr 2013 05:12:42 GMT

TripAdvisor traveler rating: 5 of 5 stars

Roomy unit, TV in both bedroom and lounge, full sized stove/oven, comfortable lounge furniture, bedside reading lights that were bright enough to read by (a first in a motel), and the cleanliness was...

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A TripAdvisor Member — Fri, 26 Apr 2013 00:01:50 GMT

TripAdvisor traveler rating: 0 of 5 stars

Thank you so much for taking the time to post a review. It is much appreciated. I am glad that the accommodation met your requirements. I hope that you will be able to return on one of our winter...