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Copthorne Hotel and Resort Bay of Islands

4.0 star property
4-star beachfront hotel near Bay of Islands

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Property grounds
2 outdoor pools, open 7 AM to 10 PM, pool umbrellas, sun loungers
Lobby
Breakfast, dinner served; local cuisine, garden views
Seaview 1 King

Reviews

7.8 out of 10
Good

Popular amenities

  • Spa
  • Bar
  • Housekeeping
  • Laundry

Explore the area

Map
1 Tau Henare Drive, Waitangi, 0200
  • Waitangi Treaty Grounds
    ‪8 min walk‬
  • Paihia Wharf
    ‪4 min drive‬
  • Paihia Beach
    ‪4 min drive‬
  • Kerikeri (KKE-Bay of Islands)
    ‪24 min drive‬

Room options

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Seaview 2 Doubles

Seaview 2 Doubles

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(8 reviews)
  • 26 sq m
  • Ocean view
  • Sleeps 3
  • 2 Double Beds

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1 bedroom, in-room safe, desk, iron/ironing board

Superior Harbourview 1 King

7.8 out of 10
Good
(9 reviews)
  • 26 sq m
  • Harbor view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Gardenview 2 Doubles

Gardenview 2 Doubles

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(7 reviews)
  • 16 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double Beds

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Superior Harbourview 2 Doubles

Superior Harbourview 2 Doubles

  • 26 sq m
  • Harbor view
  • Sleeps 3
  • 2 Double Beds

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Standard Double

Standard Double

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)
  • 16 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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Accessible Room | Accessible bathroom

Accessible Room

  • 16 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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1 bedroom, in-room safe, desk, iron/ironing board

Deluxe Seaview 1 King

  • 22 sq m
  • Sea view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Suite with Seaview 1 King

Suite with Seaview 1 King

  • 35 sq m
  • Sea view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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1 bedroom, in-room safe, desk, iron/ironing board

Gardenview 1 King

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(6 reviews)
  • 16 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

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Seaview 1 King

Seaview 1 King

  • 22 sq m
  • Ocean view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Junior Suite Gardenview

Junior Suite Gardenview

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(2 reviews)
  • 35 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

About the area

Waitangi

On the beach.Within a 5-minute walk of the hotel, you'll find Bay of Islands and Te Ti Bay. Treaty House and Waitangi Treaty Grounds are also within half a mile (1 km).

What's nearby

  • Waitangi Treaty Grounds - 8 min walk - 0.7 km
  • Paihia Wharf - 4 min drive - 2.2 km
  • Paihia Beach - 4 min drive - 2.2 km
  • Haruru Falls - 7 min drive - 6.2 km
  • Russell Beach - 30 min drive - 17.2 km

Getting around

  • Kerikeri (KKE-Bay of Islands) - 29 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Cbk Craft Beer and Kitchen - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Marina Cafe Opua - ‬10 min drive
  • ‪Hone's Garden - ‬28 min drive
  • ‪Paihia Wharf - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Charlotte’s Kitchen - ‬3 min drive

About this property

Copthorne Hotel and Resort Bay of Islands

4-star beachfront hotel near Bay of Islands
Copthorne Hotel and Resort Bay of Islands offers its guests a full-service spa, 2 outdoor swimming pools, an outdoor tennis court, and a children's pool. There's a restaurant on site. You can enjoy a drink at the bar/lounge. Public spaces have free WiFi.

Spa services, a library, and tour/ticket assistance are also featured at the eco-certified Copthorne Hotel and Resort Bay of Islands. Self parking is free.

This 4-star Waitangi hotel is smoke free.

  • 140 guestrooms or units
  • 2 levels
  • Meeting rooms
  • Poolside lounge chairs
  • Umbrellas for the pool
  • Charging station for electric cars
  • Conference space
  • Breakfast available (surcharge)
  • Dry cleaning
  • Front desk (limited hours)
  • Storage area for luggage
  • Front-desk safe
  • Tour and ticket information
  • Concierge
  • Wedding services available
  • Library
  • Garden
  • Outdoor picnic space
  • Television in lobby
  • Bellhop
  • No smoking on site
  • Water dispenser
  • Bar or lounge
  • Dining venue
Copthorne Hotel and Resort Bay of Islands offers 140 accommodations with safes and hair dryers. Rooms open to patios. A pillow menu is available. 42-inch LCD televisions come with satellite channels.

Bathrooms include showers and complimentary toiletries. Business-friendly amenities include desks and phones. Additionally, rooms include irons/ironing boards and ceiling fans. Housekeeping is provided daily.

S.O.S Day Spa has 1 treatment room. Services include deep-tissue massages, hot stone massages, Swedish massages, and facials. A variety of treatment therapies are provided, including aromatherapy and reflexology. The spa is open select days.

Awards and affiliations

Eco-Certified Property
This property participates in Qualmark Sustainable Tourism Business Award, a program that measures the property's impact on one or more of the following: environment, community, cultural-heritage, the local economy.

Languages

Chinese (Mandarin), English, German, Hindi

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Property amenities

Family friendly

  • 2 outdoor pools
  • Children's pool
  • In-room crib
  • In-room refrigerator

Internet

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

Parking and transportation

  • Electric car charging station on site
  • Free self parking on site
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking available

Food and drink

  • Daily buffet breakfast available 6:30 AM to 10:00 AM for a fee: NZD 35 for adults and NZD 17.50 for children
  • A bar/lounge
  • A restaurant

Things to do

  • 18-hole adjacent golf course
  • 2 outdoor pools
  • Children's pool
  • Full-service spa
  • Library
  • Outdoor tennis court
  • TV in common areas

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • 1 accessible parking space
  • Upper floors accessible by stairs only
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible business center
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk (43 inches high)
  • Wheelchair-accessible restaurant

Room amenities

Entertainment

  • 42-inch LCD TV with cable/satellite channels

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided
  • Free crib
  • Pillow menu

Bathroom

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

Food and drink

  • Electric kettle
  • Refrigerator
  • Tea bags/instant coffee

More

  • Bulk dispensers for toiletries
  • Ceiling fan
  • Desk
  • Eco-friendly toiletries
  • Heating
  • Iron/ironing board
  • LED lighting
  • Phone
  • Safe
  • Water-efficient toilets

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 2 PM; Check-in end time: 10:00 PM
Contactless check-in available
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 10 AM
Contactless check-out available

Special check-in instructions

The property charges 2 percent for credit card payments
The front desk is open daily from 7:00 AM - 10:00 PM
Front desk staffed during limited hours

Access methods

Front desk (limited hours)

Pets

  • No pets allowed, but service animals are welcome

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Rollaway/extra beds are not available.
  • Free cribs (infant beds)!

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.

  • Fee for buffet breakfast: approximately NZD 35.00 for adults and NZD 17.50 for children
  • Credit card charges are subject to a surcharge of 2 percent

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 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, debit cards, and cash
Cashless transactions are available
Parties and events are allowed on site
This property uses eco-friendly cleaning products
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, and a first aid kit
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children; if you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room
This property affirms that it follows the cleaning and disinfection practices of We Clean. We Care. We Welcome. (Millennium)
Please note that cultural norms and guest policies may differ by country and by property; the policies listed are provided by the property
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A credit 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 has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children. If you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room. This property accepts Visa, Mastercard, American Express, JCB International, Union Pay, debit cards, and cash. Parties and events are allowed on site. This property uses eco-friendly cleaning products. For guests' safety, the property includes a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, and a first aid kit in each accommodation. Cashless payment methods are available for all transactions. This property affirms that it follows the cleaning and disinfection practices of We Clean. We Care. We Welcome. (Millennium).

We should mention

  • Pool access available from 7 AM to 10 PM.
  • Reservations are needed for golf tee times, massage services, and spa treatments. For reservations, contact the hotel before arrival using the contact information on the booking confirmation.
  • Guests may experience noise disturbance due to nearby construction work.
  • This property welcomes guests of all sexual orientations and gender identities (LGBTQ+ friendly).

National rating

Rating provided by Qualmark®, source of official star ratings for accommodation in New Zealand.

Property is also known as

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Copthorne Bay Islands Waitangi
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Copthorne Hotel and Resort Bay of Islands Reviews

Reviews

7.8

Good

Rating 10 - Excellent. 289 out of 1000 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 397 out of 1000 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 199 out of 1000 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 83 out of 1000 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 32 out of 1000 reviews

8.0/10

Cleanliness

8.0/10

Staff & service

7.8/10

Amenities

7.2/10

Property conditions & facilities

7.8/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Raksha

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Copthorne Bay of Islands feels like paradise. From our room to the pool, spa and restaurant - the layout, service and experience was absolutely breathtaking. Me and my partner had the seafacing room with a balcony and truly enjoyed the views and stay. We will definately be back.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kevin Dean

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
The front deck staff were very helpfulness helping us get the right room type. Their recommendations for activities to do around the Bay of Islands were awesome. The dinner in the restaurant was delicious. We extended our stay due to the great service and views!
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

8/10 Good

Jennifer

Disliked: Staff & service
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Miluska

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Lovely refurbished room overlooking the water with boats. Friendly helpful staff. Would stay here again in the future.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2025

8/10 Good

Graham

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

8/10 Good

Debbie

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Go ahead and book, clean and affordable. Rooms a little dated. Pools are weird with strange unclear access but lovely surroundings. One warm pool but has chipped debis floating in water. No complaints about the food, desserts were delicious, breakfast was a buffet with a lot of choice. Ask what nights dinner is buffet, we missed out and got disappointed. Husband is a large eater and the fine dining portion doesn’t cut it. Eye fillet great, King fish such a small portion it was ridiculous
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

6/10 Okay

Suleman

Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2025

4/10 Poor

Amy

Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Caroline

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
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Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2025

8/10 Good

Tim

Travelled with group
Very pleasant, good location to what we wanted, little far from cafe’s etc. typical hotel
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2025

8/10 Good

edith

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Disliked: Property conditions & facilities
We stayed in room 512. The toilet would not flush properly. Very little water available
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2025

6/10 Okay

Simon

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Disliked: Property conditions & facilities
We recently stayed at the Copthorne Resort in the Bay of Islands. The room was comfortable and provided a decent place to relax; however, the overall decor and amenities felt noticeably dated. The terrace outside our room was little more than a large concrete step, furnished with a couple of chairs awkwardly placed against the airconditioning unit, which didn’t add much to the relaxation vibe. Dining at the on-site buffet was a mixed experience. The food itself was good, but the setting had an institutional feel that detracted from the overall experience. While nothing was outright awful, the atmosphere left me feeling that we'd explore other options if we return to the area. Overall, if you’re seeking a modern, updated resort experience, you might want to look elsewhere, though the basic comfort might suffice if that’s all you need
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2025

6/10 Okay

Nasaraiah, SPRINGFIELD

Travelled with partner
Liked: Staff & service
Could use some updates and cleanup.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2025

8/10 Good

Alexandra

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Loved the location of this hotel. The concierge Dimitri was very attentive but the restaurant staff were not on the ball. We had to wait over an hour for our pudding and when we raised this it was dismissed and told we didn’t wait that long. The breakfast was not kept tidy throughout the service and there were many spillages around the cooked breakfast area. The pool area was lovely. The bedroom was spacious but some of the fittings had seen better days. Wood was warped and chipped around the fridge. The Waitaingi treaty grounds were excellent and easy access from the hotel.
Stayed 5 nights in Feb 2025

2/10 Terrible

Michele

Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Filthy room, noisy, no privacy, room booked not as per photos when booking, unhelpful reception when advised of the room, poor dining service, overall so bad checked out 2 days earlier
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2025

8/10 Good

Rob

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We stayed in the thick of Waitangi preparations, so it was understandably busy. The room was fine enough for our needs as we were only there for two nights. Staff were helpful, and checking in and out was easy. We were misgendered on our welcome letter (Mr & Mrs Sykes, instead of Mr & Mr Sykes), but mistakes happen
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2025

8/10 Good

Morten

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

Good stay

Good stay, there should bee showet at the pool. The kids were jumping from the Stones, vers dangeros!!!
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2025

4/10 Poor

Cathi

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

Yetriblr

Staff was not experienced or did not speak well
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2025

8/10 Good

Matthew, Auckland

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Great staff and a relaxing stay. Thanks Team
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2025

6/10 Okay

Charles

Liked: Property conditions & facilities
Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Room not adequately cleaned after requesting service.
Stayed 4 nights in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Calum

Stayed 1 night in Jan 2025

8/10 Good

Kelleigh

Travelled with family
Liked: Staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Disliked: Cleanliness
The best pool we've seen. Just an issue with cleanliness of this property. The pool had hairs, lots of debris floating around, it makes one feel unclean and perhaps needs investment in a good vacuum. House keeping was friendly but again not thorough. We had chunks of hair in the bath and underwear from previous guest in the wardrobe (its probably still there). Main complaint though was the noise. We are a quiet family who like our sleepins. Being right by the pool gate, amongst noisy tourists who slammed doors and yelled dow the corridor from 6.30am, meant we were exhausted and didn't do a lot of what we'd planned. The property itself is beautiful, prime setting, friendly and helpful front of house staff. Coffees on point.
Stayed 6 nights in Jan 2025

8/10 Good

Hamed

Travelled with family and small children
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Samantha

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The is wow amazing !! Huge rock pool. Best hotel pool we have ever had. Staff are chill as. Amazing stay.
Stayed 4 nights in Jan 2025

6/10 Okay

Leigh

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness
Disliked: Staff & service, amenities
Mixed messages with reception about everything, early check in, late check out and limited other facilities
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2025