Sea Spray Suites

Hotels
Independent
9 (111 reviews)
138 Marsden Road, Bay of Islands, Paihia, 0200 , Paihia , NZ

Facilities

Free WiFi
Luggage storage
Concierge service
Wheelchair accessible
Snorkeling nearby
Hiking/biking trails nearby
Safe-deposit box at front desk
Front desk (limited hours)
Smoke-free property
Tours/ticket assistance
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Review Highlights

Pros:
Friendly staff
Spacious rooms
Great location
Good amenities
Cons:
Some maintenance needed
Outdated features in room

Categories

Cleanliness
8.25
Generally clean, but some minor maintenance issues noted.
Service
9.75
Reception staff were very helpful and friendly, providing excellent service.
Location
9.25
Great location, almost on the beach and close to amenities.
Room Quality
8.25
Spacious rooms with good amenities, but some complaints about outdated features.
Amenities
9.25
All necessary amenities available and well thought out (e.g. full kitchen).
Value for Money
8.75
Good value considering the overall experience, but not a great deal.
Food and Beverage
9.25
Good options available nearby, enhancing the stay.
Overall Experience
9.25
Highly recommended for family vacations, overall a great experience.
* This sentiment is summarized by AI based on user reviews.
Updated at: 2026-01-17 21:03

Property Description

Discover your perfect getaway at Sea Spray Suites, where coastal tranquility meets modern comfort in the heart of Paihia.

Spacious Accommodations
Unwind in one of our 30 well-appointed air-conditioned rooms, each featuring kitchenettes equipped with refrigerators and microwaves, allowing you to feel right at home during your stay.

Convenient Amenities
Stay connected with complimentary wireless internet access, and enjoy the ease of dry cleaning, luggage storage, and on-site laundry facilities designed for your convenience.

Prime Location
Nestled just steps from the stunning Bay of Islands and Te Ti Bay, our hotel places you within a short distance to local attractions such as Paihia Beach and Paihia Wharf, offering endless opportunities for adventure and relaxation.

Don’t miss the chance to experience this coastal paradise; book your stay at Sea Spray Suites today!

Important information:

  • Up to 2 children 13 years old and younger stay free when occupying the parent or guardian's room, using existing bedding.
  • The property is professionally cleaned.

Check-in and check-out hours:
Check-out: 10:00 AM
Airport code: KKE

Property Policies

  • Pets

    Pets not allowed

  • Children and extra beds

    No rollaway/extra beds available

  • Accessibility

    No elevators

  • Health & Safety

    Property uses a professional cleaning service

  • General

    Professional property host/manager

Location

Guest Reviews

9
Based on 111 reviews
Cleanliness: 8.25
Service: 9.75
Location: 9.25
Room Quality: 8.25
Amenities: 9.25
Value for Money: 8.75
Food and Beverage: 9.25
Overall Experience: 9.25
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Sharon partner
10
Pros:

The reception staff were very helpful and friendly.
All the amenities we wanted.

2025-10-06 via Nuitee
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Simon
10
Pros:

Really nice place.

2025-10-03 via Nuitee
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Debra
10
Pros:

Staff were lovely and the room was spacious and great

2025-10-03 via Nuitee
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Charlotte
8
Pros:

Clean room, great service and fantastic views.

2025-09-27 via Nuitee
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Tina friends
10
Pros:

Really liked the 2 bedroom apartment. Had a view out the front to the sea.
There was plenty of space and loved having 2 couches. Enjoyed the little touches like having plunger coffee. Highly recommend a stay here

2025-09-20 via Nuitee
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Alakesh
10
Pros:

It was awesome. We really liked it . Me and my wife recommend sea spray suites to anybody who visits Paihia for a holiday . Cheers

2025-09-07 via Nuitee
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Paul family
6
Pros:

The photos in the online advert made this property look modern and new ish.

Its a dated property that has has a tidy up. Was still OK to stayvthere for the price but definately not a great deal at all.

Main issue was the bedroom light on ceiling had a night light that we could not turn off so we had a bad sleep !

Other small thing was the TV is a tiny one postioned in a bad spot so if you like wathcing TV move on to the next property.

2025-09-01 via Nuitee
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Rachit family_with_children
10
Pros:

Great place - we got the 2 bedroom suite. The balcony view was amazing, the kitchen with a full sized fridge freezer was very useful to us as we were travelling with kids. The beds were comfortable and the parking below was very easy to use. The suites are almost on the beach, a 1 min walk away from the playground and a takeaway, 3 mins walk to the woolworths and a 3 minute drive away from the other cafes, restaurants and the ferry.

The only thing that would have pushed this to a full 5* review would be the property condition. While it was otherwise completely fine and generally clean, the windows and shower grout could have used some more attention. Otherwise a great stay for a milestone celebration vacation (with kids).

2025-08-14 via Nuitee
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Peta family
10
Pros:

We rented a 2 bed apartment and it was fabulous. Very spacious with great kitchen and washer and dryer. Nice toiletries.
Very clean.
Easy walking distance to the restaurants and supermarket and a stones throw from the beach.

2025-07-17 via Nuitee
C
Cynthia partner
10
Pros:

Loved the stay, will definitely book again ❤️

2025-06-29 via Nuitee
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Margo
8
Pros:

Very good apartment lots of room wonderful views. Would come back again.

2025-06-12 via Nuitee
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Nerida partner
8
Pros:

Convenient, quiet location. Short drive to restaurants

2025-04-07 via Nuitee
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Tracey partner
10
Pros:

Very clean, great views of the beach and a lovely cafe next door. Very close to Waitangi treaty house and Russell passenger ferry.
We enjoyed our stay at the Sea spray suites.

2025-03-21 via Nuitee
C
Cheryl family
6
Pros:

I found the unit clean on the bottom level, however outside was a little overgrown and forgotten about, just a quick tidy of garden and wipe down of the table would encourage one to enjoy a read or relax for each unit. The garage workshop was a touch noisy at times opposite our rooms 104 & 105 when my sick uncle wanted to rest, but we went out the following day to counteract that.

2025-03-12 via Nuitee
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Stephen partner
8
Pros:

Friendly and helpful staff. Good location facing the beach, easily walkable to Paihia town and wharf, also Whitangi Treaty Grounds. On the downside, some noise from the petrol station adjacent to the property. The room was well-equipped, and daily room servicing was excellent. However, the room fixtures and fittings e.g. wooden tables, chairs, kitchen units, bathroom sink, shower unit are showing their age, scuffed and looking well-worn. As it stands, it offers fair value for money, but it would benefit from a makeover.

2025-02-20 via Nuitee
M
Mehvish
10
Pros:

One of the best little properties we’ve stayed at on our travel through the country! Would love to stay longer, so comfortable and great suite lay out

2025-02-07 via Nuitee
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Laura partner
10
Pros:

Perfect efficiency apartment with everything you need. You can walk everywhere. The beach is right across the main road.

2024-12-10 via Nuitee
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Paul
8
Enjoyable & comfortable stay
Pros:

We had a very good 4 night stay. We had a self contained room facing the beach which was great.
It is located about 600m from the main area of town but handy to a Woolworths.
Plenty of free on-site parking is available and the staff were friendly and helpful.
The rooms and facilities are a bit dated now but overall very comfortable.

2024-12-01 via Nuitee
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Patrick
8
Pros:

Just outside the main strip of Paihia which was perfect for a quieter stay - but still right across the road from a beautiful beach. Very accommodating and helpful staff at reception. Small supérette two doors down. Might suggest walking to town during busy times or if a cruise ship is in.

2024-11-27 via Nuitee
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Karen
10
Pros:

Friendly staff made it easy to check in after hours. Our room was spotless and conveniently located to the beach, town and the Woolworths store for essentials.
Highly recommend!

2024-11-13 via Nuitee