Scenic Hotel Bay of Islands

Hotels
8.4 (1489 reviews)
58 Seaview Road, Bay of Islands , Paihia , nz

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Free
Children allowed

Facilities

Offsite parking discounted rates available
Guest education on local ecosystems and culture
Electric bicycle charging station
Non-smoking rooms
Air conditioning
Restaurant
Room service
Terrace
Family rooms
Luggage storage
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Review Highlights

Pros:
Friendly staff
Good breakfast
Convenient location
Clean and spacious rooms
Cons:
Creaky shower floor
Damp carpet in places
No designated parking
Some noise from neighbors

Categories

Cleanliness
7.95
Generally clean but with some concerns such as dusty shelf and damp carpet.
Service
8.55
Staff were friendly and helpful, consistent positive sentiment.
Location
8.95
Convenient location central to Paihia, highly rated.
Room Quality
8.15
Rooms clean but had issues such as a too-soft mattress and noisy mattress protector.
Amenities
8.35
Good facilities, decent pool, but restaurant could be improved.
Value for Money
8.45
Good breakfast buffet at a reasonable price.
Food and Beverage
8.35
Good breakfast options but could use more variety on cooked items.
Overall Experience
8.45
Enjoyable stay with several positive aspects despite minor issues.
* This sentiment is summarized by AI based on user reviews.
Updated at: 2026-01-16 00:59

Property Description

Relaxing Garden Setting and Great Service
Scenic Hotel Bay of Islands, a 4-star hotel, offers a tranquil garden ambiance and top-notch service from our welcoming staff. Enjoy the serene surroundings just a short stroll from Paihia's village centre and the wharf.

Modern Amenities and Comfortable Accommodation
Our well-appointed rooms feature satellite TV, en suite bathrooms with premium amenities, and free WiFi for guests. With a variety of accommodation options, we ensure a comfortable and relaxing stay for all our visitors.

Delicious Dining Options and Convenient Location
Indulge in delectable buffet or à la carte breakfast at our fully licensed restaurant. Located near numerous dining choices and surrounded by scenic walking trails, Scenic Hotel Bay of Islands offers the perfect blend of convenience and relaxation.

Book your stay at Scenic Hotel Bay of Islands now for a memorable experience in Paihia.

Important information:

Please note that there is a 1.5% charge when you pay with a credit card.

Please note that when booking 5 or more rooms, different policies and additional supplements may apply.

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

Property Policies

  • Groups

    When booking more than 4 rooms, different policies and additional supplements may apply.

  • Parking

    Free private parking is possible on site (reservation is not possible).

  • Internet

    WiFi is available in all areas and is free of charge.

  • Pets

    Pets are not allowed.

  • Children and extra bed policy

    Children of any age are allowed.
    Children up to and including 2 years old stay for free when using an available cot.
    You haven't added any extra beds.
    Any type of extra bed or child's cot/crib is upon request and needs to be confirmed by management.

Location

Guest Reviews

8.4
Based on 1489 reviews
Cleanliness: 7.95
Service: 8.55
Location: 8.95
Room Quality: 8.15
Amenities: 8.35
Value for Money: 8.45
Food and Beverage: 8.35
Overall Experience: 8.45
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Lauren • family_with_children • nz
9
Loved it, good price, affordable for a solo parent. Not far from restaurants/town
Pros:

Was very clean. I did notice on last day there was ants near the fridge/tea and coffee area but other then that very clean. Liked the pool, wish it was heated but it was clean and had shallow part for the kids. Close to town and parrot place.

Cons:

Just the random ants, took a pic to show at check out but forgot.
The lock on our room might have been playing up/cleaners left it unlocked after they replaced towels but luckily we wasn't gone long and no one went in our room and took anything. Happened to us a few times too.

2026-03-21 • via Nuitee
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Michael • couple • de
7
2026-03-21 • via Nuitee
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Michael • family_with_children • de
8
2026-03-18 • via Nuitee
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Karen • couple • nz
6
Okay for what it was
Pros:

The room is spacious and ideal for someone who requires a wheelchair.

Cons:

The shower/ bathtub is not ideal for someone who requires accessible bathrooms. The curtains don’t close right up and the gap allowed the light in.

2026-03-13 • via Nuitee
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Vivian • couple • us
10
2026-03-12 • via Nuitee
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Caroline • extended_group • us
10
Excellent location, well run hotel, super comfortable.
Pros:

Big room with balcony, very comfortable beds. Nice, big shower. Rooms were quiet.

2026-03-09 • via Nuitee
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Jian • family_with_children • kr
10
깔끔하고 직원들 친절하여 최고였습니다
Pros:

아침 조식 포함으로 했는데 테이블이 모자라서 쇼파에서 간단히 먹고 왔습니다.
그래도 직원들이 친절해서 조만간 다시 이곳으로 예약하고 가족들과 갈 예정입니다

2026-03-08 • via Nuitee
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Friederike • family_with_children • de
8
Gutes Hotel mit kleinen Mängeln, Achtung viele Reisebuse mit Gruppen
Pros:

Gute Lage, nah am Zentrum und Meer, große Zimmer , Pool vorhanden

Cons:

1. Tag Frühstück war eine Katastrophe, mehrere Reisegruppen waren vorher beim Frühstück. Um 8.45uhr war das Buffet leer (aber wirklich alles, Brot, Eier etc), dreckiges Geschirr war auf keinem Tisch abgeräumt, die Servicekraft musste zum auffüllen des Buffets hingewiesen werden...
2. Tag komplett anderes Bild. Anderes Personal, Buffet war in Ordnung, Tische leer geräumt.

2026-03-06 • via Nuitee
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Shareena • family_with_children • nz
7
We enjoyed the stay over
Pros:

Breakfast was great

Cons:

Room was a little far from from a view

2026-03-05 • via Nuitee
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Johanna • couple • nl
9
Prachtig verblijf met centrale ligging
Pros:

Mooie ligging, schoon, super fijne kamer.

Cons:

Niet van toepassing

2026-03-03 • via Nuitee
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vanessa • family_with_children • ca
10
Pros:

How welcoming they are

2026-03-02 • via Nuitee
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Kaur • family_with_children • nz
7
2026-03-01 • via Nuitee
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Mikael • couple • se
4
2026-02-25 • via Nuitee
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Samantha • couple • gb
6
Basic accommodation but clean and lots of space for our luggage
Pros:

Lots of space and good location

Cons:

Breakfast could have been better. We had breakfast at a local cafe on the second day

2026-02-25 • via Nuitee
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Hans-Wilhelm • couple • de
5
Pros:

Das Hotel ist etwas in die Jahre gekommen. Parkplatz direkt vor dem Zimmer. Großzügige Räume.

Cons:

Der Gesamteindruck. Wir würden nicht wieder buchen.

2026-02-23 • via Nuitee
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Deborah • couple • gb
8
2026-02-14 • via Nuitee
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Zarrah • family_with_children • nz
10
Scenic for the win!!!
Pros:

The rooms had comfy beds, aircon. Pool for bombs! The best bombing pool around! Delicious kai. Outstanding location. Pet-friendly. Family friendly ❤️

Cons:

I would've liked to have cutlery, a microwave and plates in our room.

2026-02-13 • via Nuitee
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Joanna • extended_group • gb
8
2026-02-13 • via Nuitee
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Yosen • couple • nz
8
2026-02-12 • via Nuitee
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Knud • couple • de
8
Ruhige - gute zentrale Lage - geräumig
Pros:

Gute Betten in den Komfortzimmern, ruhig, Lage nicht weit vom Strand

Cons:

Das Frühstück ist schlecht - wenig frisches Obst (in Neuseeland!), Eier nur ganz simple und nicht doll schmackhaft, KEIN Käse! oder Wurst, ist das Geld nicht wert…hatten wir besser in anderen Scenic ins Pancake Rocks war sehr gut, sollte man mal adaptieren!

2026-02-12 • via Nuitee