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The Sanctuary @ Bay of Islands

5.0 star property
Luxury hotel near Bay of Islands
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The Sanctuary @ Bay of Islands

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Balcony
Exterior
Premium bedding, individually decorated, desk, iron/ironing board
Coffee/tea maker
Shower, free toiletries, hair dryer, dressing gowns

Overview of The Sanctuary @ Bay of Islands

10

Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • Parking included
  • Free WiFi
  • Restaurant
  • Laundry
  • 24/7 front desk

Check out the area

State Highway 11, Opua, 0241
  • Popular LocationMarina Cafe Opua18 min walk
  • Popular LocationPaihia Beach House4 min drive
  • Popular LocationEl Cafe5 min drive
  • AirportKerikeri (KKE-Bay of Islands)23 min drive
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Room options

Deluxe Suite, Sea View

cleanliness

Highlights

Balcony
Individually decorated
Flat-screen TV
Premium bedding
Ceiling fan
Hairdryer
Bathrobes
Private bathroom
  • Sea view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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About the area

Opua

Located in Opua, The Sanctuary @ Bay of Islands is in a rural area and by the sea. The area's natural beauty can be seen at Bay of Islands and Tapeka Point Historic Reserve, while Russell Museum and Pompallier Mission are cultural highlights. Makana Chocolate Boutique and Action World are also worth visiting. Discover the area's water adventures with kayaking and parasailing nearby, or enjoy the great outdoors with ecotours and hiking/biking trails.

What's nearby

  • Bay of Islands Marina - 16 min walk
  • Makana Chocolate Boutique - 3 min drive
  • Paihia Beach - 4 min drive
  • Paihia Wharf - 5 min drive
  • Russell Beach - 23 min drive

Getting around

  • Kerikeri (KKE-Bay of Islands) - 23 min drive

Restaurants

  • Cbk Craft Beer and Kitchen - 5 min drive
  • Bad Habits - 6 min drive
  • Hone's Garden - 20 min drive
  • Paihia Wharf - 5 min drive
  • The Duke of Marlborough Hotel - 21 min drive

About this property

The Sanctuary @ Bay of Islands

Luxury hotel by the sea
You can look forward to a terrace, a library and dry cleaning/laundry services at The Sanctuary @ Bay of Islands. Free in-room WiFi and a restaurant are available to all guests.
Additional perks include:
  • Free self-parking
  • Multilingual staff, tour/ticket information and a front desk safe
  • A 24-hour front desk and a lift
Room features
All rooms are individually decorated, and boast comforts such as premium bedding and dressing gowns, in addition to perks such as free WiFi.
Other amenities include:
  • Bathrooms with showers and free toiletries
  • 33-inch flat-screen TVs with cable channels and DVD players
  • Balconies, coffee/tea makers and ceiling fans

Languages

English

Property amenities

Internet

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

Parking and transport

  • Free self parking on site

Food and drink

  • A restaurant

Things to do

  • Library

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Laundry facilities
  • Safe at front desk

Guest services

  • Dry cleaning/laundry service
  • Multilingual staff
  • No housekeeping
  • Tour and ticket assistance

Outdoors

  • Terrace

Accessibility

  • Lift

More

  • 2 floors
  • Building
  • Built in 2005
  • Designated smoking areas

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Premium bedding
  • Rollaway/extra bed (surcharge)

Bathroom

  • Dressing gowns
  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Shower
  • Slippers
  • Towels

Entertainment

  • 33-inch flat-screen TV with cable channels
  • DVD player

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker

Outdoor space

  • Balcony

More

  • Ceiling fan
  • Desk
  • Individual decor
  • Iron/ironing board

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 2 PM; check-in end time: 9:00 PM
Contactless check-in and check-out are available
Late check-in subject to availability
Minimum check-in age - 18

Check-out

Check-out before 11 AM
Contactless check-out

Special check-in instructions

Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

Pets not allowed

Children and extra beds

Children 12 and younger are not allowed at this property; all guests older than 12 are welcome
Rollaway/extra beds are available for NZD 50 per night.
Cots (infant beds) are not available

Payment types

Important information

Optional extras

  • Rollaway bed fee: NZD 50 per night

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 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 and cash
Cashless transactions are available
Safety features at this property include a smoke detector

We should mention

Children 12 years old and younger are not permitted at this property
Some facilities may have restricted access; guests can contact the property for details using the contact information on the booking confirmation

Property is also known as

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Frequently asked questions

Is The Sanctuary @ Bay of Islands pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much is parking at The Sanctuary @ Bay of Islands?

Self-parking is free at this property.

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

Check-in start time: 2 PM; check-in end time: 9:00 PM. Late check-in is available during limited hours.

What time is check-out at The Sanctuary @ Bay of Islands?

Checkout is at 11 AM.

Where is The Sanctuary @ Bay of Islands located?

Situated by the sea, this luxury hotel is within 1 mile (2 km) of Bay of Islands Marina and Bay of Islands. Makana Chocolate Boutique and Paihia Beach are also within 3 miles (5 km).

The Sanctuary @ Bay of Islands Reviews

Reviews

10

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 21 out of 22 reviews" "
Rating 8 - Good. 1 out of 22 reviews" "
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 22 reviews" "
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 22 reviews" "
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 22 reviews" "

9.8/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Staff & service

10/10

Amenities

9.8/10

Property conditions & facilities

10/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Daniel, Carbondale

Travelled with partner
The place was just wonderful
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Keith

Travelled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The Host and Hostess were lovely people. The details.., Glenish thought of everything! One of the highlights of our trip! If I could give them 6 stars or 10… I would!
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Keith

Travelled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Not super close to shops but not that far either. Highly Recommend! One of the nicest B&B’s we’ve stayed at
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Gaute

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Annie

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2023

10/10 Excellent

Cassie

Liked: Property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Could not have wanted more!
Beautiful accommodation in a great location and great hosting - everything we needed for our stay was available.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2022

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2019

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The decor and location were awesome. Sitting out on the patio with a wonderful view was a worthwhile experience. The food was exceptional.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2019

10/10 Excellent

Chris, Christchurch NZ

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Fantastic views & warm welcome
The Sanctuary is an oasis of tranquility and Glenys & Yogi are consummate hosts. By the way the cooking is fantastic as well. The Sanctuary’s rooms are finished to a high standard and each has its own balcony with views over luxuriant forest to the bay. I would have no hestitation in recommending the Sanctuary to travellers wanting a high end accommodation experience in the Bay of Islands.
Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2017

10/10 Excellent

Jeremy

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stunning views
Great Boutique hotel with stunning views from the bedrooms and from the lovely open plan dining/lounge area. The excellent hosts were both welcoming and helpful
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2017