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The Retreat Bay of Islands

2.0 star property
Motel near Bay of Islands in Paihia

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Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • Parking included
  • Free WiFi
  • Laundry

Explore the area

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22 Paihia Rd, Paihia, Northland, 0200
  • Place, Makana Chocolate Boutique
    ‪8 min walk‬
  • Place, Paihia Beach
    ‪2 min drive‬
  • Place, St Paul’s Church
    ‪2 min drive‬
  • Airport, Kerikeri (KKE-Bay of Islands)
    ‪22 min drive‬

Room options

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Iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets

Panoramic Apartment, 2 Bedrooms, Sea View

  • 861 sq ft
  • 2 bedrooms
  • Sea view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Queen Bed and 1 Double Bed

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Iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets

Family Apartment, 2 Bedrooms, Sea View

  • 861 sq ft
  • 2 bedrooms
  • Sea view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Queen Bed and 2 Twin Beds

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Iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets

Standard Bungalow, 1 Bedroom, Sea View

  • 646 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sea view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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Iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets

Standard Bungalow, 1 Bedroom, Kitchen, Sea View

  • 646 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sea view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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Classic Studio, Sea View | Private kitchen | Mini-fridge, microwave, stovetop, toaster

Classic Studio, Sea View

  • 377 sq ft
  • Sea view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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Standard Studio, Sea View | Living area | 40-inch Smart TV with digital channels, streaming services

Standard Studio, Sea View

  • 484 sq ft
  • Sea view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

About the neighborhood

Paihia

Seaside stay .Within a 10-minute walk of the motel, you'll find Bay of Islands and Makana Chocolate Boutique. St Paul’s Church and Paihia Wharf are also within 2 miles (3 km).
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What's nearby

  • Bay of Islands - 6 min walk - 0.4 miles
  • Makana Chocolate Boutique - 8 min walk - 0.5 miles
  • Paihia Beach - 2 min drive - 1.6 miles
  • St Paul’s Church - 2 min drive - 1.6 miles
  • Paihia Wharf - 3 min drive - 1.9 miles

Getting around

  • Kerikeri (KKE-Bay of Islands) - 29 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Mako Beach Bar - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Charlotte's Kitchen - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Bad Habits - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪Orange Frog - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪El Cafe - ‬3 min drive

About this property

The Retreat Bay of Islands

Motel near Bay of Islands in Paihia
The Retreat Bay of Islands offers its guests barbecue grills, tour/ticket assistance, and a picnic area. The Retreat Bay of Islands also features dry cleaning/laundry services and a front-desk safe. The front desk is open around the clock. Self parking is free.

Smoking is allowed in designated areas at this Paihia motel.

  • 7 guestrooms or units
  • Childcare (surcharge)
  • Dry cleaning
  • Front desk (limited hours)
  • Storage area for luggage
  • Front-desk safe
  • Tour and ticket information
  • BBQ grill(s)
  • Outdoor picnic space
  • Smoking in designated areas
The Retreat Bay of Islands offers 7 accommodations with hair dryers and irons/ironing boards. Rooms open to furnished balconies. 40-inch Smart televisions come with digital channels.

Guests can surf the web using the complimentary wired and wireless Internet access (speed: 250+ Mbps (good for 3–5 people or up to 10 devices)). Additionally, rooms include complimentary toiletries and portable fans. Housekeeping is provided on request.

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Property amenities

Family friendly

  • Babysitting (surcharge)
  • Children's books
  • Children's games
  • Dining table
  • High chair
  • In-room microwave
  • Mini-fridge

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi and wired internet
  • In-room WiFi speed: 250+ Mbps (good for 3–5 people or up to 10 devices)

Parking and transportation

  • Free uncovered self parking on site
  • Limited onsite self parking

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • 6 steps to reach entrance
  • Handrails in stairways
  • High-pile carpet in room
  • No elevator

Room amenities

Entertainment

  • 40-inch smart TV with digital channels
  • Streaming services

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Shampoo
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Food and drink

  • Champagne service
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Dining table
  • Freezer
  • Microwave
  • Mini-fridge
  • Stovetop
  • Toaster

More

  • Heating
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Portable fan

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: 8:00 PM
Late check-in subject to availability
Late check-in fee for check-in between 8:00 PM and 10:00 PM
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM
Contactless check-out available

Special check-in instructions

The front desk is open daily from 10:00 AM - 8:00 PM
Front desk staffed during limited hours
If you are planning to arrive after 6:00 PM please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Access methods

Front desk (limited hours)

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Rollaway/extra beds are available for NZD 50.0 per night.
  • Cribs (infant beds) are not available.

Property payment types

Important information

Fees

Guests will be asked to pay the following charges at the property:

  • A damage deposit of NZD 200 will be collected before check-in.

We've listed all charges provided to us by the property.

Optional extras

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

  • Late check-in fee for check-in between 8:00 PM and 10:00 PM
  • Rollaway bed fee: NZD 50.0 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, debit cards, and cash
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, and outdoor lighting
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, debit cards, and cash. For guests' safety, the property includes a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, and outdoor lighting in each accommodation.

National rating

Property class, provided by our rating system, is based on property type, amenities, and services.

Property is also known as

The Retreat Of Islands Paihia
The Retreat Bay of Islands Motel
The Retreat Bay of Islands Paihia
The Retreat Bay of Islands Motel Paihia

Frequently asked questions

How close is The Retreat Bay of Islands to the airport?

The Retreat Bay of Islands is 16 mi (29-min drive) away from the Kerikeri (KKE-Bay of Islands) airport, the closest popular airport to the property.

Does The Retreat Bay of Islands have an airport shuttle?

Airport shuttle services are not available at The Retreat Bay of Islands.

How close is The Retreat Bay of Islands to the beach?

This motel is 1.5 mi (3-min drive) from Paihia Beach and 8.2 mi (30-min drive) from Russell Beach. Don't forget your sunscreen!

Does The Retreat Bay of Islands offer free breakfast?

The Retreat Bay of Islands does not offer free breakfast.

Is there a casino at The Retreat Bay of Islands?

No, there is no casino at this motel.

What time is check-in at The Retreat Bay of Islands?

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: 8:00 PM.

Is there free parking at The Retreat Bay of Islands?

This motel offers free self parking.

Does The Retreat Bay of Islands have a pool?

The Retreat Bay of Islands does not have a pool.

Does The Retreat Bay of Islands have a spa?

There are no spa services available at this motel.

How close is The Retreat Bay of Islands to downtown Paihia?

The Retreat Bay of Islands is 1.3 mi away from Paihia.

The Retreat Bay of Islands Reviews

Reviews

10

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 1 out of 1 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 0 out of 1 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 1 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 1 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 1 reviews

10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Staff & service

10/10

Amenities

10/10

Property conditions & facilities

10/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Michelle

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Amazing location that’s just a few minutes outside of town and best views right from our room. The owners were absolutely lovely and took great care of us, gave great recommendations too. Highly recommend!
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2024