Kingsgate Hotel Autolodge Paihia

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Kingsgate Hotels
8.1 (2478 reviews)
104 Marsden Road , Paihia , nz
+64 9 402 7416

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Free
Children allowed

Facilities

Fitness facilities
WiFi available
Free WiFi
Parking
Free Parking
Non-smoking rooms
Air conditioning
Fitness center
Swimming pool
Restaurant
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Review Highlights

Pros:
Great Location
Clean Rooms
Friendly Staff
Good Amenities
Cons:
Unwelcoming Reception
Limited Food Options
Noisy Shared Areas

Categories

Cleanliness
7.85
General satisfaction with cleanliness, but mention of improvement needed for bathrooms.
Service
8.35
Friendly service noted, but some interaction at reception perceived as unwelcoming.
Location
8.85
Consistently praised for its excellent location near the beach and town.
Room Quality
7.85
Rooms seen as clean and comfortable, but some comments on outdated facilities.
Amenities
8.35
Good amenities mentioned, but some areas could use upgrades, such as fitness equipment.
Value for Money
7.85
Mixed sentiments as some found restaurants overpriced for quality.
Food and Beverage
7.35
Breakfast options noted as needing improvement.
Overall Experience
8.35
Overall, guests enjoyed their stay and expressed a willingness to return.
* This sentiment is summarized by AI based on user reviews.
Updated at: 2025-12-22 03:01

Property Description

Waterfront Location and Stunning Views

Kingsgate Hotel Paihia boasts a prime waterfront location, a mere 100 meters from Paihia wharf, offering breathtaking views of the Bay's azure sea and Russell.

Comfortable Accommodation Options

Choose from cozy guest rooms or spacious one-bedroom suites featuring kitchenettes and private living areas, all equipped with air conditioning for your comfort.

Fantastic On-Site Facilities

Indulge in a delightful dining experience at McKenzie's Restaurant and Bar with picturesque water views, take a refreshing dip in the swimming pool, stay active at the fitness center, or unwind in the games room. Plus, enjoy complimentary unlimited WiFi throughout your stay.

Ready to experience the beauty of the Bay of Islands? Book your stay at Kingsgate Hotel Paihia now!

Important information:

Please note that there is a 2% transaction fee when you pay with a credit card or a Visa or MasterCard debit card. There is no surcharge for payments made with EFTPOS or cash.

A valid credit card must be presented on arrival, and be in the same name as the guests's name on the booking confirmation. For all pre-paid bookings, the credit card used to facilitate payment must also be presented on arrival.

The guest will be charged a prepayment of the total price at the time of booking.

Guests under the age of 18 can only check in with a parent or official guardian.

For more information, please contact the property using the contact details found on the booking confirmation.Guests are required to show a photo ID and credit card upon check-in. Please note that all Special Requests are subject to availability and additional charges may apply.
Please inform of your expected arrival time in advance. You can use the Special Requests box when booking, or contact the property directly using the contact details in your confirmation.
A deposit may be required at the property.

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

Location

Guest Reviews

8.1
Based on 2478 reviews
Cleanliness: 7.85
Service: 8.35
Location: 8.85
Room Quality: 7.85
Amenities: 8.35
Value for Money: 7.85
Food and Beverage: 7.35
Overall Experience: 8.35
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Kirsten • solo_traveller • nz
8
Cons:

No microwave

2026-07-25 • via Nuitee
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Ruth • solo_traveller • nz
7
2026-07-23 • via Nuitee
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Cyrus • couple • nz
6
2026-07-21 • via Nuitee
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Don • extended_group • nz
7
Pros:

Good early breakfast

2026-07-20 • via Nuitee
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Emma-Jane • solo_traveller • nz
8
Great value for money
Pros:

The rooms were great for our needs and the shower pressure was amazing

Cons:

That the buffet breakfast wasn't operating due to it being Winter and offseason

2026-07-19 • via Nuitee
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Faith • solo_traveller • nz
10
2026-07-19 • via Nuitee
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Rebekah • family_with_children • nz
9
Pros:

Awesome location, clean and well worth the price

2026-07-17 • via Nuitee
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Lynley • solo_traveller • nz
10
Pros:

Very attentive staff lovely location v comfortable

2026-07-16 • via Nuitee
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Nikhil • family_with_children • nz
7
Pros:

Clean, big rooms (suite) with a nice view outside the balcony ( beautiful sunrise views ).

Cons:

We dint have hot water shower in the morning. It was not even luke warm. This was the day we were checking out with kids so dint bother to complain.

2026-07-15 • via Nuitee
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Donna • couple • nz
8
Friendly staff and close to the heart of Paihia
Pros:

Was so close to all amenities so we can walk everywhere

Cons:

We were right at end of building by road and entrance and the lift for the cleaners, so it was very noisey at times. The bar wasn’t open for the rugby games which was a disappointment as we would have liked to have a few drinks there. Not majors!

2026-07-15 • via Nuitee
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Tamara • family_with_children • nz
6
Unfortunately the motel is going through renovations- not every room has sky like the condominium and online says it doe
Pros:

Location is great

2026-07-15 • via Nuitee
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Gurpreet • solo_traveller • au
10
2026-07-15 • via Nuitee
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Samuel • solo_traveller • in
9
Excellent stay
Pros:

The location was perfect to savor nature. Rooms were right for the budget. The staff are very helpful especially Melody at the front desk. The restaurant is good.

Cons:

Pool could be made warm to use.

2026-07-14 • via Nuitee
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Marie • couple • nz
5
ok, excepte for lack of hot water.
Pros:

location

Cons:

On day 2 we did not have hot water, spoke to staff as we went out for the day, in the afternoon we assumed the problem had been fixed as we had hot water again, Came back after dinner at 9pm same issue, mildly warm, next morning same. So if I stay in accomodaton I expext to be able to shower comfortably. not sure we would ever return as after we came home we get a call to say maintenance cannot find a problem, well there is a problem .

2026-07-13 • via Nuitee
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Hannah • family_with_children • nz
8
Pros:

Location, cleanliness, quiet, cosy, most facilities available for a longer stay

Cons:

Minimal kitchenette (toaster, cutlery)

2026-07-12 • via Nuitee
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Lavaughn • solo_traveller • nz
10
Beautiful Matariki Staycay
Pros:

Oohh hard to say...we loved everything about our stay!!! But if we had to pick our top 2 favourites we would have to say the spa bath and waking up n walking out on the balcony to the breathtaking view of the harbour😍

Cons:

That we didn't book for longer. It was hard to come back to Auckland after being away at this beautiful hotel.

2026-07-12 • via Nuitee
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Kitchens • family_with_children • nz
7
Cons:

床太软了，没有支撑度，睡了腰疼

2026-07-12 • via Nuitee
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Lydiana • family_with_children • nz
10
Pros:

Walking distance to everything within Paihia. Swimming pools, restaurant, laundry onsite. Close to Waitangi. Along the beach. Great for Family

Cons:

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2026-07-12 • via Nuitee
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Shah • couple • nz
9
2026-07-12 • via Nuitee
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Mike • couple • nz
7
Good location and nice room but a few things could be improved
Pros:

Great location, good size room

Cons:

A bit noisy with other guests leaving in the morning although it was a busy weekend. Shower in the morning seemed like it was running out of hot water, I had to turn it right up and pressure was ok. The mattress hurt my back if I rolled on my stomach. The outdoor steps up to our room are showing signs of their age and need to be cleaned and painted.

2026-07-12 • via Nuitee