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A coastal scene with boats on calm water, a tree with sprawling branches, and a hilly landscape in the background.

A compact living space with a kitchenette, two chairs, a small table, and a potted plant.

A hotel room with a large bed, a nightstand, a lamp, and a view of the garden through a sliding glass door.

1. Opua Boutique Seaview Motel

Opua

Gloria

NZ$127

includes taxes & fees

26 Sept - 27 Sept

An outdoor dining area with tables and chairs, overlooking a bay with boats.

A cozy lobby with leather furniture, a large shark decoration, and a television on the wall.

A two-story building with a balcony and a flagpole.

A cozy lounge area with leather sofas, a fireplace, and a large portrait on the wall.

2. The Duke of Marlborough Hotel

Russell

Andrea

NZ$169

includes taxes & fees

27 Sept - 28 Sept

A hotel room with a bed, a desk, a chair, a TV, and a balcony with a view of the sea.

A wooden wardrobe with a digital lock and a small pet bed beside it.

A modern hotel room with a bed, a desk, a chair, a lamp, and a painting on the wall.

A ferry docked at a harbor with a view of a hill with houses in the background.

3. Bellrock Lodge

Russell

Lynda

NZ$255

includes taxes & fees

25 Sept - 26 Sept

A room with a large window, a bed with striped bedding, and a view of an outdoor patio area.

A room with a large sliding glass door leading to an outdoor area, a bed with patterned bedding, and a small table with a chair.

A house with a balcony, a picnic table, and a grassy yard.

Two modern, detached houses with large windows, surrounded by lush greenery and a small flower in the foreground.

4. Russell - Orongo Bay Holiday Park

Russell

Jade

NZ$87

includes taxes & fees

17 Oct - 18 Oct

A clear pool surrounded by palm trees and rocks.

An indoor area with a wooden ceiling, large windows, and a central plant.

An outdoor seating area with white furniture and palm trees, set against a sunset sky.

An aerial view of a resort with multiple buildings, a marina with boats, and a large body of water.

5. Copthorne Hotel and Resort Bay of Islands

Waitangi

Alicia

NZ$188

includes taxes & fees

27 Sept - 28 Sept

A lakeside seating area with tables and chairs under umbrellas, overlooking a calm lake with boats.

A waterfront dock with boats, a small building, and a tree.

A dining area with a long table, chairs, and potted plants.

A spacious kitchen with a white staircase leading to a loft bedroom.

6. Arcadia Lodge

Russell

Marcia

NZ$338

includes taxes & fees

14 Oct - 15 Oct

A clear blue pool with a curved edge, surrounded by a rock wall and various plants.

A parking lot with a white fence and palm trees.

A hotel room with a bed, a sofa, a TV, a fan, and a window with curtains.

A compact room with a bed, a small kitchenette, a sofa, and a dining area.

7. Marlin Court Motel

Paihia

Corey

NZ$127

includes taxes & fees

25 Sept - 26 Sept

A waterfront area with kayaks, a beach, and buildings with signs like "Commodore's Lodge" and "TOURS & CRUISES".

A swimming pool with a wooden deck, lounge chairs, and a reception area with a red umbrella.

A marina with boats docked, a pier extending into calm water, and a distant hill with buildings.

A bedroom with a bed, a desk, and a chair. There is a window with curtains, a lamp, and a painting on the wall.

8. The Commodores Lodge

Russell

Greg

NZ$225

includes taxes & fees

25 Sept - 26 Sept

A hotel room with a bed, a sofa, a coffee table, a TV, and a cityscape painting.

A modern kitchen with white cabinets, a black countertop, and a compact refrigerator. There is a glass dining table with black chairs in the adjacent living area.

A compact kitchen with white cabinets, a black countertop, a window with a wooden fence view, a microwave, and a refrigerator.

A modern kitchen with wooden cabinets, a dining table with chairs, and a living area with a sofa and coffee table.

9. Dolphin Motel

Paihia

NZ$110

includes taxes & fees

28 Sept - 29 Sept

A modern kitchen with light wood cabinets, a stainless steel sink, a black dishwasher, a microwave, a kettle, and a toaster.

A hotel room with a bed, two pillows with the hotel name, a bedside table, and a wardrobe.

A room with a sofa, two nightstands, a chair, and a potted plant.

A modern bathroom with a glass-enclosed shower, marble walls, and a wooden vanity with a white sink.

10. Rayya Suites, Paihia

Paihia

Alison

NZ$115

includes taxes & fees

25 Sept - 26 Sept

A wooden table with a bottle of wine and a glass on a balcony overlooking a scenic view of a lake and mountains.

A spa entrance with a wooden gate, a sign reading "HOT SPA", and a large plant in the foreground.

A bedroom with a large bed, a smaller bed, a window with a view, a wooden nightstand, and a wall-mounted light fixture.

A rectangular swimming pool with a clear blue water surface, surrounded by a concrete deck. There are lounge chairs and a blue umbrella providing shade. The pool area is adjacent to a modern building with large windows and a view of the sea.

11. Aloha Seaview Resort Motel

Paihia

Hope -

NZ$95

includes taxes & fees

27 Sept - 28 Sept

A coastal resort with multiple bungalow-style buildings, a central building with a green roof, and a view of the sea and hills.

A room with a dining table, two wicker chairs, a red ottoman, and a green sofa. There is a sliding glass door leading to a balcony with a view of greenery.

A hotel room with a bed, a desk with a lamp, a television, and a large window with curtains.

A hotel reception area with a wooden floor, a reception desk, and a large window offering a view of greenery outside.

12. Scenic Hotel Bay of Islands

Paihia

Leanne

NZ$186

includes taxes & fees

29 Sept - 30 Sept

A modern hotel with a pool, outdoor seating, and a view of the surrounding landscape.

A hotel room with a bed, a sofa, a desk, and a balcony with a view of the sea.

A modern living room with a sofa, a coffee table, a TV, and a desk with a computer. There is a glass door leading to a balcony with a view of the sea and palm trees.

A balcony with outdoor seating, a view of the sea, and palm trees.

13. Paihia Beach Resort & Spa Hotel

Paihia

John

NZ$272

includes taxes & fees

27 Sept - 28 Sept

A parking lot with two cars, palm trees, and a view of a body of water and hills in the background.

A hotel room with a bed, a television on a stand, a small table, and a window with curtains.

A building with a covered entrance, steps, and a small garden area with various plants.

A rocky shoreline with a pier extending into calm waters, a building with a white roof, and distant hills.

14. Bounty Motel

Paihia

Kevin

NZ$113

includes taxes & fees

29 Sept - 30 Sept

A swimming pool with lounge chairs and umbrellas, a flagpole, and a signboard in the background.

A modern hotel with a glass facade overlooking a body of water, a covered outdoor area with plants, and a staircase leading to the entrance.

A balcony with a view of a waterfront, a sign indicating a 200m distance, and a table with chairs.

A hotel room with a bed, a view of the sea, and a sliding glass door.

15. Kingsgate Hotel Autolodge Paihia

Paihia

Margaret Cameron

NZ$179

includes taxes & fees

27 Sept - 28 Sept

A bedroom with a large bed, a TV, and a balcony with a view of a lake and hills.

A room with a bed, a TV, a phone, and a dining table with chairs.

A hotel room with a large window offering a view of a lake and hills.

A swimming pool with a view of a lake and mountains, surrounded by lounge chairs and a fenced area.

16. Cook's Lookout Motel

Haruru

Tracey

NZ$167

includes taxes & fees

25 Sept - 26 Sept

An outdoor patio with a grill, seating, and a view of the sea.

A beach with clear water, a distant island, and a tree with red flowers.

A garden with a pond, lush greenery, and a sign reading "LAST MOTEL POST FERRY WHARF".

A hotel with a pool, a parking lot, and a view of the sea.

17. Ala Moana Motel

Paihia

Debbie

NZ$148

includes taxes & fees

25 Sept - 26 Sept

A balcony with a pool view, lounge chairs, and a table.

A beachfront hotel with a view of the ocean and a hill in the background.

A modern kitchen with stainless steel appliances, a dining area with a glass table and chairs, and a large window overlooking a body of water.

A modern living room with a sofa and armchair facing a large window overlooking a body of water.

18. Edgewater Palms Apartments

Paihia

Dana

NZ$315

includes taxes & fees

25 Sept - 26 Sept

A dark wooden wall with a window, two white chairs, and a hanging basket with red flowers.

A kitchen with a glass door leading to a garden, a microwave, and shelves with jars and kitchen items.

A covered outdoor area with a pool, a fenced patio, and a restaurant in the background.

A modern building with a dark exterior, large windows, and a well-maintained garden with palm trees and a patio umbrella.

19. Edelweiss Motel

Paihia

Thyra

NZ$108

includes taxes & fees

6 Oct - 7 Oct

A cozy outdoor dining area with wicker furniture, a wooden deck, and a view of lush greenery.

A room with a sofa, two chairs, a small table, and a TV.

A wooden cabin with a balcony, surrounded by lush greenery and a palm tree.

A wooden cabin with a sloped roof, surrounded by lush greenery and large rocks.

20. Bay of Islands Holiday Apartments

Paihia

Mandy

NZ$205

includes taxes & fees

27 Sept - 28 Sept

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Top Punaruku Hotel Reviews

Recent Reviews in Punaruku

Just a short stroll to the water or into town

10/10 Excellent

"Great location and such a sweet little quiet space tucked away not far from town. Everything I needed was provided and parking was easy. The unit was very clean and well maintained. I had a fabulous experience. It’s a very quick walk to the water also and I am a hiker and was happy how close many hiking trails were. I would stay again!"

Sea Spray Suites

10/10 Excellent

"We loved having a separate living room with kitchen facilities."

Bounty Motel

10/10 Excellent

"Clean room, comfy bed and lovely staff. Very central to everything, have stayed before and will stay again."

Edelweiss Motel

8/10 Good

"Nice stay, not too far from town, staff were very welcoming, spa and pool were awesome. We'll worth what I paid."

Dolphin Motel

8/10 Good

"We enjoyed our stay very clean, quiet surroundings will definitely come back again."

Paihia Beach Resort & Spa Hotel

10/10 Excellent

"Plenty of room in studio.good balcony to view ocean and quite peaceful.restaurant was handy.just walk downstairs."

Kingsgate Hotel Autolodge Paihia

8/10 Good

"Location suite right on waterfront road"

ASURE Admirals View Motel

10/10 Excellent

"We love this motel - it’s our ‘go-to’ in Paihia. The staff are friendly and helpful and super efficient. The rooms are large, spacious and clean. The location is great. And the showers have great pressure!!! Definitely recommend"

Paihia Pacific Resort Hotel

8/10 Good

"Good enough"

More cheap accommodation in Punaruku

Dolphin Motel

69 Williams Road Paihia

NZ$110

28 Sept - 29 Sept

includes taxes & fees

8.6/10 Excellent! (760 reviews)

Rayya Suites, Paihia

18 Kings Rd Paihia Northland Region

NZ$115

25 Sept - 26 Sept

includes taxes & fees

The Commodores Lodge

The Strand Russell

NZ$225

25 Sept - 26 Sept

includes taxes & fees

9/10 Wonderful! (49 reviews)

Paihia Beach 3 Bedroom Apartment

82 Marsden Rd Paihia Northland

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Paihia Waterfront 1 Bedroom Apt & Pool

98 Marsden Rd Paihia Northland

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9.6/10 Exceptional! (26 reviews)

Austria Motel

36 Selwyn Rd Paihia

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Frequently asked questions

When is the best time to go to Punaruku?

The best time to visit Punaruku, Northland, New Zealand is during the summer months, from December to February, or the shoulder seasons of spring (September to November) and autumn (March to May).The summer offers the warmest weather, with average temperatures ranging from 20°C to 25°C, making it ideal for enjoying the stunning beaches and outdoor activities. The sea is also at its warmest, great for swimming, snorkelling, and boating. This period is particularly good for families looking to make the most of the long daylight hours and pleasant conditions for exploring the coastline and forests.For those who prefer slightly milder temperatures and fewer crowds, the shoulder seasons of spring and autumn are excellent choices. During these times, the weather is still very pleasant, typically ranging from 15°C to 20°C, and the natural landscape is often at its most beautiful with blooming flowers in spring or rich autumnal colours. Couples might find these seasons particularly appealing for a more relaxed and intimate experience, with opportunities for quiet walks and enjoying the natural beauty without the peak season bustle.While winter (June to August) can be cooler and wetter, with temperatures around 10°C to 15°C, it can still offer a great experience for those interested in cosy stays and enjoying the dramatic coastal scenery.

Can I cancel my hotel reservation on Expedia?

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Prices for hotels in Punaruku often vary, but you can find a great deal from NZ$67 on Expedia. All sorts of factors affect price, such as the time of year or the days of the week you choose for your stay. Find the best deals by being flexible with your dates, and sort search results by 'Price: low to high' for our cheapest rates.

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Our top choices for Punaruku hotels

1. Opua Boutique Seaview Motel

2. The Duke of Marlborough Hotel

3. Bellrock Lodge

4. Russell - Orongo Bay Holiday Park

5. Copthorne Hotel and Resort Bay of Islands

6. Arcadia Lodge

7. Marlin Court Motel

8. The Commodores Lodge

9. Dolphin Motel

10. Rayya Suites, Paihia

11. Aloha Seaview Resort Motel

12. Scenic Hotel Bay of Islands

13. Paihia Beach Resort & Spa Hotel

14. Bounty Motel

15. Kingsgate Hotel Autolodge Paihia

16. Cook's Lookout Motel

17. Ala Moana Motel

18. Edgewater Palms Apartments

19. Edelweiss Motel

20. Bay of Islands Holiday Apartments

Top Punaruku Hotel Reviews

Recent Reviews in Punaruku

Just a short stroll to the water or into town

Sea Spray Suites

Bounty Motel

Edelweiss Motel

Dolphin Motel

Paihia Beach Resort & Spa Hotel

Kingsgate Hotel Autolodge Paihia

ASURE Admirals View Motel

Paihia Pacific Resort Hotel

More cheap accommodation in Punaruku

Dolphin Motel

Rayya Suites, Paihia

The Commodores Lodge

Paihia Beach 3 Bedroom Apartment

Paihia Waterfront 1 Bedroom Apt & Pool

Austria Motel

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