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Dolphin Motel

2.0 star property
Motel with free parking, a short walk to Bay of Islands

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Family Apartment, 2 Bedrooms | Individually decorated, individually furnished, blackout curtains
Garden
Blue Dolphin Block Superior Apartment, 2 Bedrooms | Living room | 32-inch LCD TV with satellite channels, TV
Blue Dolphin Block Superior Apartment, 2 Bedrooms | Living area | 32-inch LCD TV with satellite channels, TV
Blue Dolphin Block Superior Studio, 2 Queen Beds | Private kitchenette | Mini-fridge, microwave, coffee/tea maker, toaster

Reviews

8.6 out of 10
Excellent

Popular amenities

  • Laundry
  • Free WiFi

Room options

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Blue Dolphin Block Superior Studio, 2 Queen Beds | Individually decorated, individually furnished, blackout curtains

Blue Dolphin Block Superior Studio, 2 Queen Beds

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(7 reviews)

Highlights

Balcony
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Kitchenette
Mini-fridge
LCD TV
Blackout curtains
  • 32 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

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Blue Dolphin Block Superior Studio, 1 King Bed, Accessible | Individually decorated, individually furnished, blackout curtains

Blue Dolphin Block Superior Studio, 1 King Bed, Accessible

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(5 reviews)

Highlights

Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Kitchenette
Mini-fridge
LCD TV
Blackout curtains
Portable fan
Private bathroom
  • 28 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Family Apartment, 2 Bedrooms | Individually decorated, individually furnished, blackout curtains

Family Apartment, 2 Bedrooms

8.6 out of 10
Excellent
(4 reviews)

Highlights

Balcony
Separate dining area
Separate sitting area
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Kitchen
Mini-fridge
  • 52 sq m
  • 2 bedrooms
  • Sleeps 7
  • 2 Queen Beds and 3 Single Beds

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Studio (Queen) | Individually decorated, individually furnished, blackout curtains

Studio (Queen)

7.4 out of 10
Good
(3 reviews)

Highlights

Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Mini-fridge
LCD TV
Blackout curtains
Portable fan
Private bathroom
Hairdryer
  • 21 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

View all photos for Blue Dolphin Block Superior Apartment, 2 Bedrooms

Blue Dolphin Block Superior Apartment, 2 Bedrooms | Individually decorated, individually furnished, blackout curtains

Blue Dolphin Block Superior Apartment, 2 Bedrooms

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)

Highlights

Balcony
Separate dining area
Separate sitting area
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Kitchenette
Mini-fridge
LCD TV
  • 46 sq m
  • 2 bedrooms
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

View all photos for Blue Dolphin Block Superior Studio, 1 King Bed

Blue Dolphin Block Superior Studio, 1 King Bed | Individually decorated, individually furnished, blackout curtains

Blue Dolphin Block Superior Studio, 1 King Bed

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful
(10 reviews)

Highlights

Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Kitchenette
Mini-fridge
LCD TV
Blackout curtains
Portable fan
  • 28 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

View all photos for Studio (King)

Studio (King) | Individually decorated, individually furnished, blackout curtains

Studio (King)

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(3 reviews)

Highlights

Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Kitchenette
Mini-fridge
LCD TV
Blackout curtains
Portable fan
Private bathroom
  • 24 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Standard Apartment, 1 Bedroom | Individually decorated, individually furnished, blackout curtains

Standard Apartment, 1 Bedroom

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(2 reviews)

Highlights

Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Kitchenette
Mini-fridge
LCD TV
Blackout curtains
Portable fan
Separate bedroom
  • 32 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed and 2 Single Beds

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Standard Apartment, 1 Bedroom | Individually decorated, individually furnished, blackout curtains

Standard Apartment, 1 Bedroom

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
(4 reviews)

Highlights

Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Kitchenette
Mini-fridge
LCD TV
Blackout curtains
Separate bedroom
Portable fan
  • 32 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Queen Bed and 2 Single Beds

Studio Suite, Multiple Beds

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)

Highlights

Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Kitchenette
Mini-fridge
LCD TV
Blackout curtains
Portable fan
  • 38 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Single Bed

View all photos for Standard Apartment, 2 Bedrooms

Standard Apartment, 2 Bedrooms | Individually decorated, individually furnished, blackout curtains

Standard Apartment, 2 Bedrooms

7.0 out of 10
Good
(4 reviews)

Highlights

Separate dining area
Separate sitting area
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Kitchenette
Mini-fridge
LCD TV
Blackout curtains
  • 38 sq m
  • 2 bedrooms
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Queen Bed and 2 Single Beds
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About the area

Paihia is home to Dolphin Motel. Bay of Islands and Tapeka Point Historic Reserve reflect the area's natural beauty and area attractions include Action World and Makana Chocolate Boutique. Bay Of Islands Vintage Railway and Makana Confections are also worth visiting. Discover the area's water adventures with snorkelling and windsurfing nearby, or enjoy the great outdoors with hiking/biking trails and horse riding.
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Map
69 Williams Road, Paihia, 0200

What's nearby

  • Paihia Wharf - 8 min walk - 0.7 km
  • Paihia Beach - 8 min walk - 0.7 km
  • St Paul’s Church - 10 min walk - 0.9 km
  • Waitangi Treaty Grounds - 5 min drive - 2.6 km
  • Haruru Falls - 7 min drive - 5.4 km

Getting around

  • Kerikeri (KKE-Bay of Islands) - 19 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Cbk Craft Beer and Kitchen - ‬6 min walk
  • ‪Paihia Sports Bar - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪Paihia Wharf - ‬5 min walk
  • ‪Bad Habits - ‬5 min walk
  • ‪Alfresco's - ‬12 min walk

About this property

Dolphin Motel

Motel near Bay of Islands
Dolphin Motel provides amenities, such as a garden and laundry facilities. Stay connected with free in-room WiFi.
You'll also enjoy perks such as:
  • Free self-parking
  • Barbecues, luggage storage and smoke-free property
  • Tour/ticket information
  • Guest reviews give top marks for the helpful staff and location
Room features
All guestrooms are individually furnished, and have amenities such as free WiFi. Guest reviews highly rate the cleanliness rooms at the property.
Other amenities include:
  • Bathrooms with showers and free toiletries
  • 32-inch LCD TVs with satellite channels
  • Mini fridges, microwaves and toasters

Languages

Chinese (Mandarin), English

Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Free self parking on site
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking available
  • Onsite parking includes off-street options

Family friendly

  • In-room microwave
  • Laundry facilities
  • Mini-fridge

Conveniences

  • Guidebooks
  • Laundry facilities
  • Limited-hour front desk
  • Luggage storage

Guest services

  • Housekeeping (once per stay)
  • Tour and ticket assistance

Outdoors

  • Barbecue grill
  • Garden
  • Picnic area

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • 2 accessible parking spaces
  • No lift
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking

More

  • 2 buildings
  • 2 floors
  • Smoke-free property

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided
  • Blackout drapes

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Shower
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • 32-inch LCD TV with satellite channels

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Microwave
  • Mini-fridge
  • Restaurant dining guides
  • Toaster

More

  • Individual decor
  • Individual furnishings
  • Iron/ironing board on request
  • Window screens

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; check-in end time: 6:00 PM
Early check-in subject to availability
Contactless check-in and check-out are available
Late check-in subject to availability
Minimum check-in age - 21

Check-out

Check-out before 10 AM

Special check-in instructions

The front desk is open daily from 8 AM - 6:00 PM
Guests must contact the property in advance for check-in instructions; front desk staffed during limited hours
To make arrangements for check-in please contact the property at least 48 hours before arrival using the information on the booking confirmation
If you are planning to arrive after 5:00 PM please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation

Access methods

Front desk (limited hours)

Pets

Pets not allowed (service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees)

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
2 children, up to the age of 3 years, can stay for free if using existing beds when occupying the parent or guardian's room
Rollaway/extra beds are not available.

Payment types at the property

Important information

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
Minimum Spring Break check-in age is 23 years old.
The name on the credit card used at check-in to pay for incidentals must be the primary name on the guestroom reservation
This property accepts credit cards, debit cards and cash
Cashless transactions are available
On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Noise-free guestrooms cannot be guaranteed
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector and outdoor lighting
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios and terraces, which may not be suitable for children; if you have any concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm that they can accommodate you in a suitable room
Property Registration Number 115946340

We should mention

This property does not have any lifts
Only registered guests are allowed in the guestrooms
Alcohol is not served at this property

National rating

For the benefit of our customers, we have provided a rating based on our ratings system.

Property is also known as

Dolphin Motel Paihia
Dolphin Paihia
Dolphin Motel Motel
Dolphin Motel Paihia
Dolphin Motel Motel Paihia

Frequently asked questions

Is Dolphin Motel pet-friendly?

No, only service animals are welcome at the property.

How much is parking at Dolphin Motel?

Self-parking is free at this property.

What time is check-in at Dolphin Motel?

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; check-in end time: 6:00 PM. Late check-in is available during limited hours.

What time is check-out at Dolphin Motel?

Checkout is at 10 AM.

Where is Dolphin Motel located?

Situated in Paihia, this motel is within a 10-minute walk of Bay of Islands, Paihia Wharf and Paihia Beach. Te Ti Bay and St Paul’s Church are also within 10 minutes.

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Dolphin Motel Reviews

Reviews

8.6

Excellent

Rating 10 - Excellent. 352 out of 708 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 235 out of 708 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 73 out of 708 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 35 out of 708 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 13 out of 708 reviews

8.8/10

Cleanliness

8.8/10

Staff & service

8.6/10

Amenities

8.4/10

Property conditions & facilities

8.2/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

8/10 Good

paul

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Disliked: Staff & service
We came up for the Jazz Festival, had a studio unit in New block. Good value for money. Handy to everything.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

8/10 Good

Patricia

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
All ok
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2025

6/10 Okay

Chris

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great shower Central location Clean rooms Laundry Spacious Bathroom/kitchen floor tiles very very slippery and dangerous when wet. Terrible tile choice for wet areas. Only 3 stars due to this problem
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Wendy

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Really good experience, cozy and clean small studio! Near to the beach and supermarket. Recommend!
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2025

8/10 Good

Sandra

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great place convenient to town dining
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2025

8/10 Good

Natasha

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Was clean, comfy bed, walking distance to town
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Ngaakete

It was a good stay staff were helpful.
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Clare

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Tidy, walkable to town centre, friendly staff
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2025

2/10 Terrible

Veer Singh

Disliked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Photos shown on expedia are not exactly how the motel looks. Trip insurance was shown $5 before checkout but got charged $10. Ridiculous 👎
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Izaak

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities
Great stay the hosts were more than helpful with sorting out parking and security for our boat.
Stayed 4 nights in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Vicki

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
The Dolphin Motel was very clean, handy to Paihia and very relaxing, the sofa/couch in the room was very useful for sitting and relaxing.
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2025

8/10 Good

Zenko

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We were greeted by a polite staff member who efficiently checked us in. The room was better than expected and felt like it had been recently renovated which was good to see. Everything you for need for an overnight stay and walkable to all local amenities and the beach-front. Ample free parking and great being able to park our car directly outside of the room.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Juneea

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Room was nice and clean. The pillows were super comfy, beds were too. Will stay again.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Katy

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Had a nice stay at the Dolphin Motel while in Paihia. Rooms were spacious and clean, the property was tidy. Staff were very helpful. Just a short walk to shops, restaurants and the beach/ marina.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Ross

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Very nice

Was quiet clean roomy and comfortable.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

GRAEME

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Wet in Paihia

Motel was excellent in the new wing. Clean, quiet & walkable even though it rained for 5 days straight. Rooms really do need a mat at the front door so you do not walk straight in on the carpet with wet shoes
Stayed 5 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Colin

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Everything
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Joanne

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The staff at the motel were so helpful, we were running late and the reception was kept open for us which we really appreciated. The room was clean and the facilities ideal for the short stay we had there. The motel is within walking distance to all the amenities in the small town
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2025

8/10 Good

Tash

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Enjoyed ourstay .. loved it was close to everything 😊
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Sheldon

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Grammar welcome as soon as we checked in. Location to town for eating and drinking was great, everything was so user friendly.
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Harry

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great stay worth every cent!
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Susan

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Excellent - the man on reception was super friendly and helpful. The unit was perfect for our party of 6 over 3 generations. I recommend this Motel and would definitely return.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Durga

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
I liked how clean it was and it came with a kitchenette. Very pleased!
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2025

6/10 Okay

Paul

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Definitely not a 4 star motel but clean and comfortable,could do with air conditioning,room was quite hot and was hard to sleep
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025

8/10 Good

Suzanne

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Staff friendly let me check in early
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025