Had 3 nights at the motel. Ground Floor. Still had a good view of the harbour. Found the unit to be clean and tidy with nice appliances in the kitched.. Would have no hessitation in returning. Good value.

The staff was very friendly, the rooms were in great condition and clean. The place is just opposite the beach, sea view from the balcony.
We enjoyed our stay and the plenty of tips what to do in Paihia and Russell.

Nothing can beat the view from the upstairs room! I stayed for two nights (wish it could have been two months). Everything was spotless, the room huge and the people delightful. I appreciated that it was a bay away from the center of Paihia (making the location a bit less busy and offering a bit more exercise) and near the Waitangi Treaty Grounds.

I had no vehicle (arrived in Paihia by the Intercity bus from Auckland) and walked everywhere. It was a joy!

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We stayed 3 nights here in May in 2 upstairs rooms overlooking the bay. Rooms were large, clean and comfortable. It was cold weather so we were glad of the electric blankets on the beds. There was an oil filled heater in one room and we should have asked for another for the other room. The kitchens were spotless and well appointed. The manager was very informative and guided us to many wonderful locations. He booked a Bay of Islands cruise for us at 10% discount and took us in his 4 wheel drive to the ferry terminal. Even offered to collect us after the cruise! There is a supermarket (Countdown) around the corner, best to drive to it. 10 minutes walk into town centre and 7 minutes walk to Shippeys fish and chip restaurant. Close to Waitangi Treaty Centre but best to drive here too. Great location opposite the bay and reasonably priced. Would highly recommend this 10 room small motel.