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Paihia

Scenic Hotel Bay of Islands

58 Seaview Road, Paihia, 0200

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Nov 24, 2026
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Nov 26, 2026
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HAPPI EXPERIENCE

The stay, in detail

  • 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.

HAPPI HIGHLIGHTS

  • Friendly staff

  • Good breakfast

  • Convenient location

At the hotel

Popular amenities

79 listed
  • 24-hour security
  • Accessible parking
  • Air conditioning
  • Bar
  • Bike tours
  • Board games/puzzles
  • Breakfast in the room
  • Breakfast takeaway containers
  • Business center
  • Cashless payment available
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Pools & wellness

  • Fence around pool
  • Outdoor pool
  • Swimming pool

Dining & drinks

  • Coffee Shop on site
  • Delivered food - securely covered
  • Food delivered to guest room
  • Fruits
  • Kid meals
  • Kid-friendly buffet
  • Physical distancing in dining areas
  • Restaurant
  • Sanitized tableware & silverware
  • Snack bar
  • Special diet menus - on request
  • Wine/champagne

Fitness & outdoors

  • Garden
  • Golf course
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Sun terrace
  • Tennis court
  • Terrace

Rooms & comfort

  • CCTV in common areas
  • CCTV outside property
  • Heating
  • Non-smoking rooms

Safety & cleanliness

  • Cleaning standards that are effective against Coronavirus
  • Contactless check-in/check-out
  • Fire extinguishers
  • First aid kit available
  • Guest rooms disinfected between stays
  • Guests can opt-out any cleaning services during stay
  • Hand sanitizer in guest room and key areas
  • Physical distancing rules followed
  • Safety deposit box
  • Security alarm
  • Shared stationery like menus, pens are removed
  • Smoke alarms
  • Staff adhere to local safety protocols

Getting around & access

  • Facilities for disabled guests
  • Free Parking
  • Parking
  • Private parking

Guest services

  • Concierge service
  • Express check-in/check-out
  • Fax/photocopying
  • Invoice provided
  • Laundry
  • Laundry washed per local authority guidelines
  • Luggage storage
  • Meeting/banquet facilities
  • Pet basket
  • Pet bowls
  • Tour desk
  • Tour/class on local culture
  • Walking tours

Services & essentials

  • Daily housekeeping
  • Designated smoking area
  • Electric vehicle charging station
  • Family rooms
  • Free WiFi
  • Happy hour
  • Key access
  • Non-smoking throughout
  • Packed lunches
  • Picnic area
  • Pub crawls
  • Room service
  • Shallow end
  • WiFi available

Review in focus

1,606 reviews
9/ 10
Great
Norm · couple · 2026-10-22

The guest experience

8.4out of 10
1606 verified reviews

Loved most

  • Friendly staff
  • Good breakfast
  • Convenient location
  • Clean and spacious rooms

Worth knowing — Creaky shower floor · Damp carpet in places · No designated parking · Some noise from neighbors

How guests scored the stay

  • Location8.9

    Convenient location central to Paihia, highly rated.

  • Service8.6

    Staff were friendly and helpful, consistent positive sentiment.

  • Value for Money8.4

    Good breakfast buffet at a reasonable price.

  • Overall Experience8.4

    Enjoyable stay with several positive aspects despite minor issues.

  • Amenities8.3

    Good facilities, decent pool, but restaurant could be improved.

  • Food and Beverage8.3

    Good breakfast options but could use more variety on cooked items.

  • Room Quality8.2

    Rooms clean but had issues such as a too-soft mattress and noisy mattress protector.

  • Cleanliness8.0

    Generally clean but with some concerns such as dusty shelf and damp carpet.

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Guest reviews

Mixed experiences

73% of 11 recent stays rated 8+

8.41606 reviews
  • Great

    9/10

    Norm · couple · 2026-10-22

  • Beautiful stay in Paihia

    10/10

    Holly · couple · 2026-10-21

    “Our Deluxe King room was beautiful, most hotels skimp on space but we loved how big our room was. The bathroom was very roomy with a big shower and separate bath also an extra towel was handy. Breakfast was perfect with a good selection of hot and cold options. Overall we were impressed. We stayed at the Copthorne the following night and much preferred our stay at Scenic better. Thank you.”

  • Guest review

    10/10

    Samantha · family with children · 2026-10-19

    “The rooms felt very homie. Staff were wonderfully helpful. Wish we could have stayed longer.”

  • Pleasant,friendlygreatlocation&staff,clean,plentyofparking.

    7/10

    Ripeka · solo traveller · 2026-10-18

    “Clean,parking,greatstaff,location.”

  • I won’t be staying here again

    3/10

    Sue · couple · 2026-10-17

    “The pictures on the website promised a lot but the location did not meet my expectations. The breakfast buffet was good. The lady at reception when we checked in,Arohina and the tall, elderly gentleman at Nikau restaurant displayed exceptional customer service and friendliness.”

  • Will be back!

    10/10

    Dani · couple · 2026-10-09

    “Staff were welcoming, helpful and professional”

  • Value for money

    10/10

    Kapil · family with children · 2026-10-08

    “Room service was exceptional”

  • Guest review

    8/10

    Tara · family with children · 2026-10-07

    “We thought the pool was heated but it wasn’t. Other than that, we had a great stay.”

  • Guest review

    7/10

    Marley · family with children · 2026-10-07

    “Property was just on the edge of town. Pleasant walk to the centre via the water. Room is spacious and clean. Beautiful outdoor area if kids wanted to hang around.”

  • Great stay yum breakfast

    10/10

    Rowiee · extended group · 2026-09-19

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

  • Guest review

    10/10

    Amanda · solo traveller · 2026-09-16

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

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