Scenic Hotel Bay of Islands

Hotels
8.4 (1606 reviews)
58 Seaview Road, Bay of Islands , Paihia , NZ
+64 9 402 7826

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Free
Children allowed

Facilities

WiFi available
Free WiFi
Parking
Free Parking
Non-smoking rooms
Air conditioning
Swimming pool
Restaurant
Room service
Business center
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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.
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

8.4
Based on 1606 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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Rowiee • extended_group • nz
10
Great stay yum breakfast
Pros:

I think the lady at the desk taking breakfast orders could've been nicer she was grumpy

Cons:

The old lady serving breakfast was rude

2026-09-19 • via Nuitee
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Amanda • solo_traveller • nz
10
Pros:

Everything especially the trees through the outside of the motel :)

Cons:

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2026-09-16 • via Nuitee
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Peter • solo_traveller • nz
8
Pros:

Quiet location. Beautiful grounds and great value.

2026-09-15 • via Nuitee
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Terry • couple • gb
10
Location is great rooms comfortable
Pros:

Location was great

Cons:

Nothing

2026-09-10 • via Nuitee
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Kim • couple • nz
9
2026-09-10 • via Nuitee
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Prakash • solo_traveller • au
5
Not not stay again.
Pros:

Staff were very good. Breakfast was very good. But it was a reasonable accomodationat best.. More like a 2**.

Cons:

The air-conditioning was blowing cold air even when set to 30 degree. It was so uncomfortable whole night.

2026-09-08 • via Nuitee
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Andreas • solo_traveller • nz
9
2026-09-07 • via Nuitee
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James • solo_traveller • nz
9
2026-09-06 • via Nuitee
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Mary • solo_traveller • nz
8
2026-09-04 • via Nuitee
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Michelle • solo_traveller • nz
10
Pros:

Front staff were amazing, our room was very clean and updated

2026-09-03 • via Nuitee
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Richard • solo_traveller • nz
7
Overall satisfactory, staff were great but the dinner meal very slow to be served
Pros:

Convenient location

Cons:

Very slow dinner service.

2026-09-03 • via Nuitee
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Zhadene • solo_traveller • nz
10
Great stay. Definitley would stay again!
2026-08-25 • via Nuitee
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Peter • solo_traveller • nz
8
Excellent overnight stay
Pros:

Location
Fair pricing

Cons:

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2026-08-25 • via Nuitee
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Joseph • couple • nz
10
Overnighter to uplift vessel in Opua. Lovely place to stay.
Pros:

I had stayed there two weeks prior. Nice rooms, very quiet and good distance from town

Cons:

Everything was fine

2026-08-25 • via Nuitee
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Sarah • solo_traveller • nz
10
2026-08-23 • via Nuitee
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Lisa • family_with_children • nz
9
Wonderful
Pros:

Breakfast was lovely and well presented

Cons:

I didn’t like the pillows but the bed was so comfotrable

2026-08-20 • via Nuitee
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Veenu • solo_traveller • in
8
2026-08-19 • via Nuitee
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Zuzana • extended_group • nz
10
Pros:

The first impression, the lobby, the staff (warm and welcoming). The restaurant is a must - we ate the best pork belly ever, also Friday roast dinner was delicious and good value. Cosy ambience with fire place and warm lights, plus lovely menu of comfort food. Russel, the Duty Manager made us feel welcome, nothing was an issue, she is friendly, elegant, attentive, helpful and prepared to run extra mile.
The room was spacious, love the toiletries (beautiful fragrance).
The place is close to the beach and shops.
The patio led to a nice well maintained garden.

2026-08-16 • via Nuitee
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Pearce • family_with_children • nz
8
Great stay
Pros:

Nice room and staff. Good price and located within a walk to the main waterfront

2026-08-16 • via Nuitee
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Kay • couple • nz
7
Nice place but communication and dining was problematic with good food. A plus - breakfast was fabulous.
Pros:

Handy to walk everywhere, catch ferry to Russell etc.
Clean, lovely room, staff were lovely and did their best.

Cons:

A major music event was being held Friday/SAt/Sun. Not told about major menu dining choices until 2 days before.
Menu basic fish & chips/pizza/finger food for entire weekend!
Room service was non existent- did even answer the phone!
Under staffed, tables not cleared. Music event meant that dining area had no space for guests staying dining as it was cluttered with 100+ other people listening to/watching music.
Bar was full and cluttered with people, not a peaceful time was had.

2026-08-13 • via Nuitee