Bay Sands Seafront Studios

3.5 star property
3.5-star beachfront motel near Paihia Beach

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View from property
Reception
On the beach
Street view
40-inch flat-screen TV with satellite channels, TV, Netflix

Reviews

8.8 out of 10
Excellent

Popular amenities

  • Room service
  • Air conditioning
  • Housekeeping
  • Laundry
  • Kitchen
  • Parking included

Explore the area

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136 Marsden Road, Paihia, 0200
  • Place, Paihia Wharf
    ‪10 min walk‬
  • Place, Paihia Beach
    ‪11 min walk‬
  • Place, Waitangi Treaty Grounds
    ‪3 min drive‬
  • Airport, Kerikeri (KKE-Bay of Islands)
    ‪22 min drive‬

Room options

Studio, Ocean View

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(3 reviews)
  • 258 sq ft
  • Ocean view
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Double Bed and 1 Twin Bed

Family Apartment

  • 258 sq ft
  • Partial ocean view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Double Bed and 2 Twin Beds

Studio, 1 Bedroom, Garden View

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional
(7 reviews)
  • 258 sq ft
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Queen Bed and 1 Twin Bed

Studio, Beachfront

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(2 reviews)
  • 258 sq ft
  • Ocean view
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Queen Bed and 1 Twin Bed

Basic Double Room, 1 Queen Bed, Kitchen, Mountainside

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(3 reviews)
  • 269 sq ft
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Queen Bed

Basic Double Room, 1 Queen Bed, Kitchen, Mountainside

  • Sleeps 2

Family Apartment

  • Sleeps 4

One-Bedroom Studio with Garden View

  • Sleeps 3

Studio with Ocean View

  • Sleeps 3

Studio-Beach Front

  • Sleeps 3

About the neighborhood

Paihia

On the beach.You'll find Bay of Islands and Paihia Beach within a 15-minute walk of this Paihia motel. Te Ti Bay and Paihia Wharf are also within half a mile (1 km).

What's nearby

  • Paihia Wharf - 10 min walk - 0.6 miles
  • Paihia Beach - 11 min walk - 0.6 miles
  • Waitangi Treaty Grounds - 3 min drive - 1.4 miles
  • Haruru Falls - 5 min drive - 3.2 miles
  • Russell Beach - 24 min drive - 9.8 miles

Getting around

  • Kerikeri (KKE-Bay of Islands) - 17 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪El Cafe - ‬15 min walk
  • ‪Bad Habits - ‬9 min walk
  • ‪Mako Beach Bar - ‬12 min walk
  • ‪Charlotte's Kitchen - ‬10 min walk
  • ‪Ti Bay Takeaways - ‬1 min walk

About this property

Bay Sands Seafront Studios

3.5-star beachfront motel near Paihia Beach
Bay Sands Seafront Studios offers its guests barbecue grills, tour/ticket assistance, and a garden. Public spaces have free WiFi. Bay Sands Seafront Studios also features a picnic area, laundry facilities, and a front-desk safe. Free self parking is available.

This 3.5-star Paihia motel is smoke free.

  • 1 building
  • 10 guestrooms or units
  • 2 levels
  • Self-service laundry
  • Front desk (limited hours)
  • Storage area for luggage
  • Front-desk safe
  • Tour and ticket information
  • Garden
  • BBQ grill(s)
  • Outdoor picnic space
  • No smoking on site
Bay Sands Seafront Studios offers 10 air-conditioned accommodations, which are accessible via exterior corridors and feature coffee/tea makers and irons/ironing boards. Accommodations at this 3.5-star motel have kitchenettes with refrigerators, stovetops, and microwaves. Bathrooms include showers and complimentary toiletries.

This Paihia motel provides complimentary wireless Internet access. 40-inch flat-screen televisions come with premium satellite channels, pay movies, and Netflix. Housekeeping is offered daily and hair dryers can be requested.

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Property amenities

Family friendly

  • In-room kitchenette
  • In-room microwave
  • In-room refrigerator
  • Laundry facilities
  • Playground

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Free self parking on site

Things to do

  • Playground

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Upper floors accessible by stairs only

Room amenities

Entertainment

  • 40-inch flat-screen TV with premium satellite channels
  • Netflix
  • Pay movies
  • Streaming services

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer (on request)
  • Private bathroom
  • Shower
  • Towels provided

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Kitchenette
  • Microwave
  • Refrigerator
  • Room service
  • Stovetop

More

  • Access via exterior corridors
  • Air conditioning
  • Heating (climate-controlled)
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Portable fan

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; Check-in end time: 8:00 PM
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 10 AM

Special check-in instructions

The front desk is open daily from 8:00 AM - 8:00 PM
Front desk staffed during limited hours
This property doesn't offer after-hours check-in

Access methods

Front desk (limited hours)

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Rollaway/extra beds are available for NZD 35 per night.
  • Cribs (infant beds) are available for NZD 10 per stay.

Property payment types

Important information

Optional extras

The fees and deposits listed below will be charged at the time of service, check-in, or check-out.

  • Crib (infant bed) fee: NZD 10 per stay
  • Rollaway bed fee: NZD 35 per night

This may not be a comprehensive list. Fees and deposits are subject to change and might not include tax.

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card, or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
This property accepts credit cards
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, and a security system
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children; if you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A cash deposit, credit card, or debit card for incidental charges and government-issued photo identification may be required upon check-in.
Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in. Special requests can't be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.
    This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business, or profession. This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children. If you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room. This property accepts Visa, Mastercard, and American Express. For guests' safety, the property includes a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, and a security system in each accommodation.

National rating

For the benefit of our customers, we have provided a rating based on our rating system.

Property is also known as

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Frequently asked questions

How close is Bay Sands Seafront Studios to the airport?

Bay Sands Seafront Studios is 13.6 mi (17-min drive) away from the Kerikeri (KKE-Bay of Islands) airport, the closest popular airport to the property.

How much does it cost to stay at Bay Sands Seafront Studios?

As of Nov 12, 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Bay Sands Seafront Studios on Nov 21, 2025 start from $85.49, excluding taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

Does Bay Sands Seafront Studios have an airport shuttle?

Airport shuttle services are not available at Bay Sands Seafront Studios.

How close is Bay Sands Seafront Studios to the beach?

This motel is on the beach. Don't forget your sunscreen!

Does Bay Sands Seafront Studios offer free breakfast?

Bay Sands Seafront Studios does not offer free breakfast.

Is there a casino at Bay Sands Seafront Studios?

No, there is no casino at this motel.

What time is check-in at Bay Sands Seafront Studios?

Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; Check-in end time: 8:00 PM.

Is there free parking at Bay Sands Seafront Studios?

This motel offers free self parking.

Does Bay Sands Seafront Studios have a pool?

Bay Sands Seafront Studios does not have a pool.

Does Bay Sands Seafront Studios have a spa?

There are no spa services available at this motel.

How close is Bay Sands Seafront Studios to downtown Paihia?

Bay Sands Seafront Studios is 0.4 mi away from Paihia.