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Scenic Hotel Bay of Islands

4.0 star property
Elegant beach hotel and outdoor pool

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Outdoor pool
Exterior
Reception
Deluxe Room, 2 Queen Beds
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Reviews

8.8 out of 10
Excellent

Popular amenities

  • Bar
  • Air conditioning
  • Housekeeping
The current price is NZ$160
includes taxes & fees
1 Aug - 2 Aug

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Deluxe Room, 1 King Bed

Deluxe Room, 1 King Bed

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(1 review)

Highlights

Balcony or patio
Separate sitting area
Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Free cots/infant beds
Fridge
TV
Private bathroom
  • 33 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Standard Room, 1 King Bed

Standard Room, 1 King Bed

7.6 out of 10
Good
(5 reviews)

Highlights

Separate sitting area
Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Free cots/infant beds
Fridge
TV
Private bathroom
Hairdryer
  • 25 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

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Deluxe Room, 2 Queen Beds

Deluxe Room, 2 Queen Beds

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
(9 reviews)

Highlights

Balcony or patio
Separate sitting area
Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Free cots/infant beds
Fridge
TV
Private bathroom
  • 33 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

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Loft Twin King KK

Loft Twin King KK

Highlights

Balcony or patio
Separate sitting area
Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Free cots/infant beds
Fridge
TV
Private bathroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 King Beds

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Standard Twin Room 1 King & 1 Queen

Standard Twin Room 1 King & 1 Queen

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(8 reviews)

Highlights

Separate sitting area
Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Free cots/infant beds
Fridge
TV
Private bathroom
Hairdryer
  • 25 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Queen Bed

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Family Room

Family Room

Highlights

Separate sitting area
Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Free cots/infant beds
Fridge
TV
Private bathroom
Hairdryer
  • 27 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Queen Bed and 2 Single Beds

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Superior Room, 2 Queen Beds

Superior Room, 2 Queen Beds

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(3 reviews)

Highlights

Balcony or patio
Separate sitting area
Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Free cots/infant beds
Fridge
TV
Private bathroom
  • 37 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

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Standard Room, 1 Queen Bed

Standard Room, 1 Queen Bed

Highlights

Separate sitting area
Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Free cots/infant beds
Fridge
TV
Private bathroom
Hairdryer
  • 25 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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In-room safe, desk, iron/ironing board, free cots/infant beds

Deluxe Twin Queen Room

  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

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In-room safe, desk, iron/ironing board, free cots/infant beds

Standard King And Queen Room

  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Queen Bed

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In-room safe, desk, iron/ironing board, free cots/infant beds

Standard King Room

  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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In-room safe, desk, iron/ironing board, free cots/infant beds

Superior King And Queen Room

  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Queen Bed

Loft Twin King Kk

  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 King Beds

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In-room safe, desk, iron/ironing board, free cots/infant beds

Standard Queen Room

  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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In-room safe, desk, iron/ironing board, free cots/infant beds

Deluxe King Room

  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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In-room safe, desk, iron/ironing board, free cots/infant beds

Superior Twin Queen Room

  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds
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About the area

Map
58 Seaview Road, Paihia, 0200

What's nearby

  • Paihia Beach - 3 min walk - 0.3 km
  • St Paul’s Church - 5 min walk - 0.5 km
  • Paihia Wharf - 12 min walk - 1.0 km
  • Waitangi Treaty Grounds - 6 min drive - 3.7 km
  • Russell Beach - 25 min drive - 14.3 km

Getting around

  • Kerikeri (KKE-Bay of Islands) - 19 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Cbk Craft Beer and Kitchen - ‬10 min walk
  • ‪Marina Cafe Opua - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪Hone's Garden - ‬24 min drive
  • ‪Paihia Wharf - ‬11 min walk
  • ‪Charlotte’s Kitchen - ‬11 min walk

About this property

Scenic Hotel Bay of Islands

Luxury upscale hotel near Bay of Islands
Take advantage of a terrace, a garden and laundry facilities at Scenic Hotel Bay of Islands. The on-site restaurant, Nikau Restaurant, serves breakfast. Stay connected with free in-room WiFi, and guests can find other amenities, such as a bar and a business centre.
Other perks at this hotel include:
  • An outdoor pool
  • Free self-parking
  • Full breakfast (surcharge), a round-trip airport shuttle (surcharge) and luggage storage
  • Concierge services, 2 meeting rooms and tour/ticket information
Room features
All 114 rooms offer comforts such as air conditioning and separate sitting areas, as well as thoughtful touches such as free WiFi and safes.
More amenities include:
  • Rollaway/extra beds (surcharge) and free cots/infant beds
  • Bathrooms with showers and free toiletries
  • 55-inch TVs with streaming services and digital channels
  • Separate sitting areas, fridges and coffee/tea makers

Awards and affiliations

Eco-certified property
This property participates in Qualmark Sustainable Tourism Business Award – a programme that measures the property's impact on one or more of the following: environment, community, cultural heritage and the local economy.

Languages

Afrikaans, English, German

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi and wired internet
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Return airport shuttle (surcharge)
  • Free uncovered self parking on site
  • Limited on-site parking

Food and drink

  • Full breakfast available for a fee 6:30 AM to 9:30 AM on weekdays and 6:30 AM to 10:00 AM on weekends; NZD 25 for adults and NZD 12.50 for children
  • A bar/lounge
  • A restaurant

Restaurants on site

  • Nikau Restaurant

Things to do

  • Outdoor pool

Family friendly

  • Free cot
  • In-room refrigerator
  • Laundry facilities
  • Outdoor pool
  • Rollaway/extra bed (surcharge)

Conveniences

  • Laundry facilities
  • Limited-hour front desk
  • Luggage storage
  • Safe at front desk

Guest services

  • Concierge services
  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Tour and ticket assistance

Business services

  • 194 square feet of conference space
  • 2 meeting rooms
  • Business centre

Outdoors

  • Garden
  • Picnic area
  • Terrace

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • No lift
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)

More

  • 1 floor
  • Banquet hall
  • Smoke-free property

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided
  • Free cot
  • Rollaway/extra bed (surcharge)

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Shower
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • 55-inch TV with digital channels
  • Streaming services

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Refrigerator

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Connecting rooms available
  • Desk
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Phone
  • Safe
  • Separate sitting area

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 2 PM; check-in end time: 10:30 PM
Late check-in subject to availability
Minimum check-in age - 18

Check-out

Check-out before 10 AM
Late check-out subject to availability
A late check-out fee will be charged

Special check-in instructions

The property charges 1.5 per cent for credit card payments
The front desk is open daily from 6:30 AM - 10:30 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

Access methods

Front desk (limited hours)

Pets

Pets not allowed

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
Rollaway/extra beds are available for NZD 35.0 per night.
Free cots are available on request at the property

Payment types

Important information

Optional extras

  • Fee for full breakfast: from approximately NZD 25 for adults and from NZD 12.50 for children
  • Late check-out is available for a fee (subject to availability)
  • Rollaway bed fee: NZD 35.0 per night
  • Credit card charges are subject to a surcharge of 1.5 per cent

The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may not include tax and are subject to change.

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 and a first aid kit
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios and terraces, which may not be suitable for children; if you have any concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm that they can accommodate you in a suitable room

We should mention

This property does not have any lifts
The property has connecting/adjoining rooms, which are subject to availability and can be requested by contacting the property using the number on the booking confirmation

National rating

Rating provided by Qualmark®, source of official star ratings for accommodation in New Zealand.

Property is also known as

Scenic Bay Islands
Scenic Bay Islands Paihia
Scenic Hotel Bay Islands
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Scenic Hotel Bay Of Islands Paihia
Scenic Hotel Paihia
Scenic Hotel Bay Of Islands Paihia
Scenic Bay Of Islands Paihia
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Frequently asked questions

Does Scenic Hotel Bay of Islands have a pool?

Yes, this property has an outdoor pool.

How much does it cost to stay at Scenic Hotel Bay of Islands?

As of 3 Jul 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Scenic Hotel Bay of Islands on 1 Aug 2025 start from NZ$160.00, including 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.

Is Scenic Hotel Bay of Islands pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much is parking at Scenic Hotel Bay of Islands?

Self-parking is free at this property.

What time is check-in at Scenic Hotel Bay of Islands?

Check-in start time: 2 PM; check-in end time: 10:30 PM. Late check-in is available during limited hours.

What time is check-out at Scenic Hotel Bay of Islands?

Checkout is at 10 AM. Late checkout is available for a fee (subject to availability).

Does Scenic Hotel Bay of Islands provide a shuttle to the airport?

Yes, there's an airport shuttle.

Where is Scenic Hotel Bay of Islands located?

Situated by the ocean, this luxury hotel is within a 5-minute walk of Bay of Islands and Paihia Beach. Paihia Wharf and St Paul’s Church are also within 15 minutes.

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Scenic Hotel Bay of Islands Reviews

Reviews

8.8

Excellent

Rating 10 - Excellent. 499 out of 968 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 339 out of 968 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 89 out of 968 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 29 out of 968 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 12 out of 968 reviews

9.0/10

Cleanliness

9.0/10

Staff & service

8.4/10

Amenities

8.6/10

Property conditions & facilities

8.6/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

8/10

Lots of space in the Rooms and were really warm. We did include the breakfast in hotel stay. Lots of variety in buffet breakfast and it was really yum and staff was really good too. Highly recommended
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

8/10

Room was fine although it was around the backend. Hoping that the hotel was situated across from the ocean. It was peaceful and relaxing
Stayed 3 nights in May 2025

10/10

Amazing and accommodating staff in all areas of the facility A great venue and the restaurant food was excellent quality. I would stay there again should the opportunity arose We had a family reunion there that weekend
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2025

10/10

Beautiful place to stay. Highly recommended.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

10/10

I enjoyed the whole experience. I will definately bring my family there
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

10/10

Amazing !!
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025

8/10

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Stayed 8 nights in May 2025

8/10

Friendly hotel
Stayed 4 nights in Jan 2025

10/10

Great location. Perfect for first night to get rid of the jet lag.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2025

8/10

Quick overnight stay
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2025

10/10

Great location. Staff were amazing.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2025

8/10

Parking was infornt of the room. Bit noisy at night fan in the bathroom and fridge.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

10/10

Mean as accommodation
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

8/10

Clean modern amenities. Quiet and central to CBD.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2025

10/10

A higher-end hotel and a great option if you don't want to be on the beachfront which is busy and probably noisy.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2025

10/10

Its easy access to all amenities
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2025

10/10

The room was clean and have all the necessities
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2025

6/10

Front desk was not attentive to clients
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025

6/10

Average property and room. Very convenient, close to the beach as well as restaurants & pier.
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2025

10/10

Loved the two level apartment
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2025

8/10

Good stay at reasonable price
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2024

10/10

A perfect little hotel! Great location, comfortable rooms, lovely staff. Would definitely stay again.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2024

10/10

Great stay
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2024

10/10

Good comfortable room with 2 king size beds that were on separate floors and totally private from each other. Restaurant on site was convenient and food and service good.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2024

10/10

staff members very helpful room was very clean and spacious will recommend to others
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2024