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Scenic Hotel Bay of Islands: Traveler Reviews

4.5 of 5
Corner of Seaview Roads & McMurray Roads, Paihia 0247, New Zealand
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Scenic Hotel Bay of Islands
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Rating summary
  • Sleep Quality
    4.5 of 5 stars
  • Location
    4 of 5 stars
  • Rooms
    4 of 5 stars
  • Service
    4 of 5 stars
  • Value
    4 of 5 stars
  • Cleanliness
    4.5 of 5 stars
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Melbourne, Australia
Senior Contributor
27 reviews 27 reviews
5 hotel reviews
Reviews in 11 cities Reviews in 11 cities
3 helpful votes 3 helpful votes
“Great hotel”
4 of 5 stars Reviewed January 4, 2013 via mobile

Location is great, easy walk to central area. Room was spacious, but fairly basic. Good hospitality. Great cocktails, great service at happy hour!

Room service was generous, and fairly well priced. Worth a visit.

Stayed December 2012, traveled with family
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Graeme H, General Manager at Scenic Hotel Bay of Islands, responded to this review
January 6, 2013
Thank you for your comments and we are pleased that you enjoyed the facilities we have on offer. We look forward to the opportunity to host you again should you return to Paihia.
Regards
Graeme Horsley General Manager
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London
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5 reviews 5 reviews
5 hotel reviews
Reviews in 5 cities Reviews in 5 cities
1 helpful vote 1 helpful vote
“Need more cleaning staff”
3 of 5 stars Reviewed January 3, 2013

We stayed 2 nights at the hotel. Rooms were fine. But they didn't make the beds till 5pm. We had to ring then twice. It was pouring down with rain, fortunately, we had a brolly in the room but we came across other guests who didn't . Would not recommend.

  • Stayed December 2012, traveled with family
    • 3 of 5 stars Value
    • 3 of 5 stars Location
    • 3 of 5 stars Sleep Quality
    • 3 of 5 stars Rooms
    • 3 of 5 stars Cleanliness
    • 2 of 5 stars Service
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Graeme H, General Manager at Scenic Hotel Bay of Islands, responded to this review
January 6, 2013
Thank you for your comments. Please see my response to B C above re cleaning staff - an unfortunate situation that we tried as hard as possible to rectify.
Regards Graeme Horsley General Manager
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uk vulcan
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57 reviews 57 reviews
46 hotel reviews
Reviews in 48 cities Reviews in 48 cities
16 helpful votes 16 helpful votes
“lovely seaside hotel”
4 of 5 stars Reviewed December 29, 2012

stayed in a disabled access room that was large and comfortable. plenty of space to move around and store the wheelchair. good guest laundry so could top up the clean clothes. really near the sea front and easy to walk to the center of town. Staff very helpful and friendly.
hotel generally clean and comfortable.

  • Stayed October 2012, traveled as a couple
    • 4 of 5 stars Value
    • 4 of 5 stars Location
    • 4 of 5 stars Sleep Quality
    • 4 of 5 stars Rooms
    • 4 of 5 stars Cleanliness
    • 4 of 5 stars Service
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Graeme H, General Manager at Scenic Hotel Bay of Islands, responded to this review
December 31, 2012
Thank you for your positive comments. We are pleased we could offer suitable accommodation to suit your needs and that the staff offered their usual helpful and friendly service!
We hope you will return to Paihia in the futute and again give us the opportunity to provide your accommodation requirements.
REgards
Graeme Horsley
General Manager
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Toronto
Top Contributor
110 reviews 110 reviews
44 hotel reviews
Reviews in 53 cities Reviews in 53 cities
60 helpful votes 60 helpful votes
“loved this hotel”
5 of 5 stars Reviewed December 24, 2012

this hotel is absolutely lovely. we had booked a room for the family, and it was a loft, with a queen upstairs and king bed downstairs. the room was very clean and modern. the beds were very comfortable. the only thing I would suggest to the property is to look after some air conditioning for the room upstairs which can get very hot during the day. it is also nice that the hotel is within walking distance to the beach and the main strip in paihia.

  • Stayed December 2012, traveled with family
    • 5 of 5 stars Value
    • 5 of 5 stars Location
    • 5 of 5 stars Sleep Quality
    • 5 of 5 stars Rooms
    • 5 of 5 stars Cleanliness
    • 5 of 5 stars Service
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Graeme H, General Manager at Scenic Hotel Bay of Islands, responded to this review
December 26, 2012
Thank you for your kind comments on our property - we are pleased you enjoyed the accommodation as well as the handy location to the beach and township. We are working our way through the air conditioning of the rooms and whilst not all rooms are yet fitted with AC a good number are. We hope you will find yourselves back in Paihia in the future and we look forward to be able to welcoming you back to the Scenic HJotel Bay of Islands.
Graeme Horsley
General Manager
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Auckland, Auckland, New Zealand
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Reviews in 4 cities Reviews in 4 cities
“Affordable, Friendly, Average”
3 of 5 stars Reviewed December 16, 2012

I found the staff at Scenic Hotel BOI to be very helpful, friendly and accomading. The rooms were clean and the pillows comfortable. I found the bathroom space and lighting both left much to be desired. The breakfast options in the restaurant were affordable and hearty, and the service there was really nice as well. I found it pretty silly that wifi was not provided (even at a small amount of MB) as I've stayed in really cheap, budget accommodations that provide wifi for their guests. In this day and age I guess I take it as a given, but this place has reminded me to check all the available amenities before I book a hotel. I also think the ambiance would be greatly improved with a spa tub by the pool :)

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  • Stayed December 2012, traveled with friends
    • 3 of 5 stars Value
    • 5 of 5 stars Location
    • 4 of 5 stars Sleep Quality
    • 4 of 5 stars Rooms
    • 4 of 5 stars Cleanliness
    • 5 of 5 stars Service
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Graeme H, General Manager at Scenic Hotel Bay of Islands, responded to this review
December 17, 2012
Thank you for taking the time to comment on Scenic Hotel Bay of Islands and recognising our friendly and helpful staff! Your comments about our breakfasts are very welcome also - we seem to got the formula right here to ensure the first meal of the day is an enjoyable experience. Please see my comments in the previous review about wifi. As mentioned we will shortly be offering free service just to allow our guests to access emails etc.Whilst I appreciate other types of accommodation providers offer free wifi we consider we offer high speed, quality, secure and uncapped internet service similar to that you experience at home - all at very competitive rates compared to other large hotel groups.
Would love a spa pool here also - will try and twist the hotel owner's arm!
Again - thanks for your comments and we look forward to the opportunity to accommodate you should you revisit Paihia.
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Also Known As:
Scenic Hotel Paihia
Scenic Hotel Bay Of Islands Paihia
Address: Corner of Seaview Roads & McMurray Roads, Paihia 0247, New Zealand
Region: New Zealand > North Island > Northland Region > Bay of Islands > Paihia
Amenities:
Bar/Lounge Business Center Free Parking Restaurant Room Service Swimming Pool Wheelchair access
Hotel Style:
#6 Business Hotels in Paihia
#10 Luxury Hotels in Paihia
#13 Family Hotels in Paihia
Price Range: $
Hotel Class:4.5 star (4.5*)
Official Description (provided by the hotel):
Scenic Hotel Bay of Islands has a sub-tropical resort ambiance, with island-influenced architecture, beautifully landscaped grounds and light airy rooms. Situated at the entrance to the seaside town of Paihia, it’s a pleasant stroll into town to access the main wharf, visitor activities, fine dining and shopping. Whether you are here for business or pleasure, the relaxed atmosphere of Scenic Hotel Bay of Islands will melt away your stresses in moments. The entire property has been extensively refurbished and expanded, and the attention to detail will impress you. As our guest you will enjoy: A choice of accommodation styles including standard, superior and deluxe rooms. Beautifully presented guest rooms, with earthy tones, splashes of colour, and quality room amenities. Excellent hotel facilities, including swimming pool, ample parking, wireless Internet and comprehensive conference facilities. Quality, relaxed dining and socialising in our licensed restaurant, and lounge bar. Easy walking access to Paihia’s main wharf, shops and local attractions. Our lush sub-tropical gardens, with water features and feature lighting, are attractive and relaxing by day and night. ... more   less 
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