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Bay Sands Seafront Studios

3.5 star property
3.5-star beachfront motel near Bay of Islands

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Street view
Iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets
Reception
Shower, free toiletries, hair dryer, towels
Reviews
8.8

Excellent

Popular amenities

  • KitchenKitchenKitchen
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  • Free WiFiFree WiFiFree WiFi
  • LaundryLaundryLaundry
  • Room serviceRoom serviceRoom service
  • HousekeepingHousekeepingHousekeeping

Explore the area

Map
136 Marsden Road, Paihia, 0200
  • Popular LocationPaihia Wharf10 min walk
  • Popular LocationPaihia Beach11 min walk
  • Popular LocationWaitangi Treaty Grounds3 min drive

Room options

Studio, Ocean View

10/10 Exceptional
  • 258 sq ft
  • Ocean view
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Double Bed and 1 Twin Bed

Studio, 1 Bedroom, Garden View

9.6/10 Exceptional
  • 258 sq ft
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Queen Bed and 1 Twin Bed

Family Apartment

10/10 Exceptional
  • 258 sq ft
  • Partial ocean view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Double Bed and 2 Twin Beds

Basic Double Room, 1 Queen Bed, Kitchen, Mountainside

10/10 Exceptional
  • 269 sq ft
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Queen Bed

Studio, Beachfront

8.3/10 Very Good
  • 258 sq ft
  • Ocean view
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Queen Bed and 1 Twin Bed

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About the neighborhood

Paihia

On the beach.Within a 5-minute walk of the motel, you'll find Bay of Islands and Te Ti Bay. Paihia Wharf and Paihia Beach are also within half a mile (1 km).

What's nearby

  • Paihia Wharf - 10 min walk
  • Paihia Beach - 11 min walk
  • Waitangi Treaty Grounds - 3 min drive
  • Haruru Falls - 4 min drive
  • Russell Beach - 32 min drive

Getting around

  • Kerikeri (KKE-Bay of Islands) - 17 min drive

Restaurants

  • Cbk Craft Beer and Kitchen - 10 min walk
  • Bad Habits - 9 min walk
  • Hone's Garden - 26 min drive
  • Paihia Wharf - 10 min walk
  • The Duke of Marlborough Hotel - 27 min drive

About this property

Bay Sands Seafront Studios

3.5-star beachfront motel near Bay of Islands
Bay Sands Seafront Studios offers its guests barbecue grills, tour/ticket assistance, and a garden. Public spaces have free WiFi. Bay Sands Seafront Studios also features a picnic area, laundry facilities, and a front-desk safe. Free self parking is available.

This 3.5-star Paihia motel is smoke free.

  • 1 building
  • 10 guestrooms or units
  • 2 levels
  • Self-service laundry
  • Front desk (24 hours)
  • Storage area for luggage
  • Front-desk safe
  • Tour and ticket information
  • Garden
  • BBQ grill(s)
  • Outdoor picnic space
  • No smoking on site
Bay Sands Seafront Studios offers 10 air-conditioned accommodations, which are accessible via exterior corridors and feature coffee/tea makers and irons/ironing boards. Accommodations at this 3.5-star motel have kitchenettes with refrigerators, stovetops, and microwaves. Bathrooms include showers and complimentary toiletries.

This Paihia motel provides complimentary wireless Internet access. 40-inch flat-screen televisions come with premium satellite channels, pay movies, and Netflix. Housekeeping is offered daily and hair dryers can be requested.

Languages

English, French, Italian, Spanish, Turkish

Property amenities

Family friendly

  • In-room kitchenette
  • In-room microwave
  • In-room refrigerator
  • Laundry facilities
  • Playground

Internet

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

Parking and transportation

  • Free self parking on site

Things to do

  • Playground

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Upper floors accessible by stairs only

Room amenities

Entertainment

  • 40-inch flat-screen TV with premium satellite channels
  • Netflix
  • Pay movies
  • Streaming services

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer (on request)
  • Private bathroom
  • Shower
  • Towels

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Kitchenette
  • Microwave
  • Refrigerator
  • Room service
  • Stovetop

More

  • Access via exterior corridors
  • Air conditioning
  • Heating (climate-controlled)
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Portable fan

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 2:00 PM
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 10 AM

Special check-in instructions

Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Rollaway/extra beds are available for NZD 35 per night.
  • Cribs (infant beds) are available for NZD 10 per stay.

Property payment types

Important information

Optional extras

The fees and deposits listed below will be charged at the time of service, check-in, or check-out.

  • Crib (infant bed) fee: NZD 10 per stay
  • Rollaway bed fee: NZD 35 per night

This may not be a comprehensive list. Fees and deposits are subject to change and might not include tax.

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
This property accepts credit cards
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and a security system
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A cash deposit, credit card, or debit card for incidental charges and government-issued photo identification may be required upon check-in.
Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in. Special requests can't be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.
    This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business, or profession. This property accepts Visa, Mastercard, and American Express. For guests' safety, the property includes a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, and a security system in each accommodation.

Property is also known as

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Frequently asked questions

How close is Bay Sands Seafront Studios to the airport?

Bay Sands Seafront Studios is 13.6 mi (17-min drive) away from the Kerikeri (KKE-Bay of Islands) airport, the closest popular airport to the property.

How much does it cost to stay at Bay Sands Seafront Studios?

As of May 27, 2024, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Bay Sands Seafront Studios on Jun 10, 2024 start from $85.49, excluding taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

Does Bay Sands Seafront Studios have an airport shuttle?

Airport shuttle services are not available at Bay Sands Seafront Studios.

How close is Bay Sands Seafront Studios to the beach?

This motel is on the beach. Don't forget your sunscreen!

Does Bay Sands Seafront Studios offer free breakfast?

Bay Sands Seafront Studios does not offer free breakfast.

Is there a casino at Bay Sands Seafront Studios?

No, there is no casino at this motel.

What time is check-in at Bay Sands Seafront Studios?

Check-in begins at 2:00 PM.

Is there free parking at Bay Sands Seafront Studios?

This motel offers free self parking.

Does Bay Sands Seafront Studios have a pool?

Bay Sands Seafront Studios does not have a pool.

Does Bay Sands Seafront Studios have a spa?

There are no spa services available at this motel.

How close is Bay Sands Seafront Studios to downtown Paihia?

Bay Sands Seafront Studios is 0.4 mi away from Paihia.

Bay Sands Seafront Studios Reviews

Reviews

8.8

Excellent

Rating 10 - Excellent. 101 out of 204 reviews" "
Rating 8 - Good. 78 out of 204 reviews" "
Rating 6 - Okay. 19 out of 204 reviews" "
Rating 4 - Poor. 4 out of 204 reviews" "
Rating 2 - Terrible. 2 out of 204 reviews" "

9.0/10

Cleanliness

9.2/10

Staff & service

8.8/10

Amenities

8.0/10

Property conditions & facilities

8.6/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Alex

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Really nice motel in a great location in Paihia. Across the road from a lovely beach and a short walk to everything in town. I had a fairly basic double room, but everything clean and tidy. Very comfortable and I will certainly stay again.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2024

8/10 Good

John

Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2024

10/10 Excellent

Julie-Anne

Traveled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
A great stay with a welcoming and honest host. Directly opposite the beach it was so convenient and clean - I’d stay again.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2024

10/10 Excellent

Martin

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stay At Bay Sands.
The staff were amazing, the room was well laid out, and it was a great location for getting around.
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2023

10/10 Excellent

Renee

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Loved the view of the beach.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2023

8/10 Good

Whatarangi

Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Roxanne E

Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2023

10/10 Excellent

Gay

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Nice and quiet. Helpful and friendly staff
Stayed 4 nights in Feb 2023

4/10 Poor

Shane

Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
T
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2023

8/10 Good

John

Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2023