Best Three Star Hotels in Paihia

My daughter and I were delayed an extra day in Paihia due to Cyclone Gabrielle We stayed at Aloa in clean, well set up self contained unit .John who runs the motel could not have been more helpful We were so lucky to find such a wonderful kind person to help us

The location is particularly good, two minutes walk from the marina. Hotel parking is free. The location is right by the sea with some sea view rooms. The breakfast restaurant can see the sea and the view is very good. A lot of flowers were planted in front of the hotel and it was very beautiful. The shuttle bus to Ninety Mile Beach can pick up at the hotel. All in all very good.

There is a place to park, originally had to book a homestay, after that, Ctrip tickets customers can be cheap, it will be fixed, in fact, it is a motel, parking places are many, two 1.5-meter bed, sleep very comfortable, is the corridor soundproof, door The gap underneath is relatively large

Overall a good stay. We were in a twin room with shared bathroom. Definitely think they need some more showers and toilets located throughout the hostel. There was only one upstairs and there was soooo many products like razors and shampoo bottles in the shower too. People should clean their stuff up or it should be emptied daily by staff. Only issue we had here was parking. Our car got blocked in by someone who stays in the hostel and had gone to work... we were delayed almost 2 hrs because of this so lucky we didn’t have a flight or anything. The girl on reception was lovely and knew who’s car it was so she sent a message to the owner. But she didn’t reply... We Could tell the staff member felt bad. But An hour later a gentleman who works there asked us what we were waiting for and we explained the situation, he then went to get the keys from the owner to let us out. Thankfully he did and we could get on with our day. So just be careful where you park and book a room with your own en-suite if you can. 😂 Otherwise good price and nice people!

We booked this as it looked to be good value for money and close to town. We also really liked how honest the room advertisement was, as we booked the 'petite studio' so we knew to expect a small room and not to take lots of luggage (thanks to the honest advertising). When we arrived we were blown away by the friendly and warm welcoming. Everyone that worked here was SO LOVELY and kind to us, it really made for an awesome experience. We even got upgraded to a much larger room for our 3 night stay which was incredibly generous! Our room felt very clean, the bed was comfortable and it was really well equipped. Every part of this motel demonstrates the passion the wonderful owners have for their region and trade. We have stayed a lot of places this summer and because of the wonderful humans here, Edelweiss was definitely our favourite :)

My husband and I stayed at Ala Moana for a month (mid-February to mid-March) and were very happy with this accommodation. John is a marvelous, friendly, helpful host, and he and staff member William keep the units clean, fresh, and comfortable. The daily service was more than we needed, but they always checked and offered. John accommodated our requests and went out of his way to be sure we had everything we needed. He even ordered a couple of beach chairs so we could sit in the shade at the beach! (YES! This beach has shade, some benches, and calm, peaceful, protected waters. Whether first thing in the morning or later in the day, it makes for a delightful refreshing swim!) The location directly across from the beach and at most a 5-minute walk to shops, the wharf, and restaurants, was perfect! Some have mentioned the bar next door. Even though it looks like a fun, local place, we knew there was live music some nights, and we wondered if noise would be a problem. At least from our location in #3, noise was NEVER an issue. It was perfectly quiet. We had a one-bedroom apartment with a kitchenette (no oven or freezer) (unit #3). The bed is very comfortable, the area is spacious, the basics for cooking and dining are provided. (I should note that we didn’t really cook at all, but we brought things in for breakfasts, lunches, and snacks and ate there frequently.) There was a comfy sitting area for reading, doing projects, playing games, enjoying wine and cheese, or watching TV. The decor was simple and tasteful. For us, comfort trumps decor, so we weren’t looking for high-end interior design. Furnishings included a kitchen table with chairs, a coffee table in the sitting room, sofa, day bed, small patio table and chairs on the little deck, plus a fantastic view balcony patio overlooking the bay for shared use (which makes up for the fact that the unit’s deck faces the parking spots). Other shared amenities include washers, dryers, clothesline, ice. Some things that make me especially happy: lots of storage (closets, drawers) to unpack everything, ample towel racks and hooks for wet linens, beach towels, bathing suits, shelves in the bathroom to organize toiletries, plenty of outlets for charging phones, laptop, etc. These are little touches that so many places lack and that greatly enhanced the convenience and enjoyment of our stay. While most guests were there for one night to a few nights, we would definitely recommend it for a short or longer stay and hope to return for 1-2 months again!

Outrigger Motel is in the heart of Paihia, within a 5-minute walk of Paihia Wharf and Paihia Beach. This beach aparthotel is 1.7 mi (2.8 km) from Waitangi Treaty Grounds.Take advantage of recreation opportunities such as bicycles to rent or take in the view from a terrace and a garden. Additional features at this aparthotel include complimentary wireless internet access, concierge services, and a picnic area.Take advantage of the aparthotel's room service. Continental breakfasts are available for a fee.Featured amenities include complimentary newspapers in the lobby, luggage storage, and laundry facilities. Free self parking is available onsite.Make yourself at home in one of the 12 air-conditioned rooms featuring kitchenettes with refrigerators and microwaves. Flat-screen televisions with satellite programming provide entertainment, while complimentary wireless internet access keeps you connected. Conveniences include phones, as well as safes and electric kettles.

This is one motel where first impressions can be wrong. Walking into the apartments they can appear a bit stark and functional. However, they have a reasonably equipped kitchen, they are clean (serviced daily), spacious, quiet at night and can quickly be made to feel like home for a few days ... there was even fresh milk in the fridge for us when we arrived. Hosts are lovely. Top tip for any folks from the UK - avoid the Gumboot tea sachets ... they are not Yorkshires finest! From the Marlin, it's a very easy walk down to the various bars and restaurants along the waterfront as well as being a good base for going on trips. The pool, located in the corner of the carpark, is well maintained and ideal for letting children burn off some energy. We enjoyed our stay at the Marlin Court Motel and would recommend it to others.

We are a retired couple from Australia visiting NZ for the first time. We had booked this accommodation before leaving home, so hoped we had done our research well enough. We were not disappointed! We were warmly welcomed by reception who were very obliging with any of our questions or needs. A very pleasant 10-minute walk along the coast and you were in the centre of Paihia – very convenient. Our room was clean, spacious and very comfortable. The Wi-Fi speeds were unbelievable! Besides Sky TV, there was Netflix, Prime, even YouTube. We couldn’t have asked for more. Would highly recommend.

When you stay at this cabin in Paihia, you'll be near the beach, within a 5-minute drive of Paihia Wharf and Paihia Beach. This cabin is 0.9 mi (1.4 km) from Waitangi Treaty Grounds and 2.6 mi (4.2 km) from Haruru Falls.Take in the views from a garden and make use of amenities such as tour/ticket assistance and barbecue grills.Featured amenities include luggage storage and laundry facilities. Free self parking is available onsite.Make yourself comfortable in this air-conditioned cabin, featuring a kitchen with a full-sized refrigerator/freezer and an oven. A flat-screen television with satellite programming provides entertainment, while complimentary wireless internet access keeps you connected. Conveniences include a microwave and an electric kettle.