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Scenic Hotel Bay of Islands

4.0 star property
4-star beach hotel near Paihia Beach

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Exterior
Reception
Outdoor pool
Deluxe Room, 2 Queen Beds
Bar (on property)

Reviews

8.8 out of 10
Excellent

Popular amenities

  • Bar
  • Air conditioning
  • Housekeeping

Explore the area

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58 Seaview Road, Paihia, 0200
  • Place, Paihia Beach
    ‪3 min walk‬
  • Place, Paihia Wharf
    ‪12 min walk‬
  • Place, Waitangi Treaty Grounds
    ‪5 min drive‬
  • Airport, Kerikeri (KKE-Bay of Islands)
    ‪25 min drive‬

Room options

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In-room safe, desk, iron/ironing board, free cribs/infant beds

Standard Queen Room

  • Sleeps 2

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In-room safe, desk, iron/ironing board, free cribs/infant beds

Deluxe Twin Queen Room

  • Sleeps 4

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Loft Twin King KK

Loft Twin King KK

  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 King Beds

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In-room safe, desk, iron/ironing board, free cribs/infant beds

Standard King And Queen Room

  • Sleeps 4

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Standard Twin Room 1 King & 1 Queen

Standard Twin Room 1 King & 1 Queen

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(8 reviews)
  • 25 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Queen Bed

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Standard Room, 1 King Bed

Standard Room, 1 King Bed

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(6 reviews)
  • 25 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

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Standard Room, 1 Queen Bed

Standard Room, 1 Queen Bed

  • 25 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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Family Room

Family Room

  • 27 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Queen Bed and 2 Twin Beds

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Superior Room, 2 Queen Beds

Superior Room, 2 Queen Beds

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
(5 reviews)
  • 37 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

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Deluxe Room, 2 Queen Beds

Deluxe Room, 2 Queen Beds

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
(9 reviews)
  • 33 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

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Deluxe Room, 1 King Bed

Deluxe Room, 1 King Bed

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

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In-room safe, desk, iron/ironing board, free cribs/infant beds

Superior King And Queen Room

  • Sleeps 4

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In-room safe, desk, iron/ironing board, free cribs/infant beds

Deluxe King Room

  • Sleeps 2

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In-room safe, desk, iron/ironing board, free cribs/infant beds

Standard King Room

  • Sleeps 2

Loft Twin King Kk

  • Sleeps 4

Family Room

  • Sleeps 4

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In-room safe, desk, iron/ironing board, free cribs/infant beds

Superior Twin Queen Room

  • Sleeps 4

About the area

Paihia

Seaside stay .With a stay at this Paihia hotel, you'll be within a 5-minute walk of Bay of Islands and Paihia Beach. St Paul’s Church and Paihia Wharf are also within half a mile (1 km).

What's nearby

  • Paihia Beach - 3 min walk - 0.3 km
  • St Paul’s Church - 5 min walk - 0.5 km
  • Paihia Wharf - 12 min walk - 1.0 km
  • Makana Chocolate Boutique - 15 min walk - 1.3 km
  • Waitangi Treaty Grounds - 5 min drive - 3.7 km

Getting around

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

Restaurants

  • ‪El Cafe - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪Bad Habits - ‬11 min walk
  • ‪Mako Beach Bar - ‬7 min walk
  • ‪Charlotte's Kitchen - ‬11 min walk
  • ‪Ti Bay Takeaways - ‬3 min drive

About this property

Scenic Hotel Bay of Islands

4-star beach hotel near Paihia Beach
There's a restaurant on site. You can enjoy a drink at the bar/lounge. A business center and 2 meeting rooms are available.

WiFi is free in public spaces. Event space at this hotel measures 194 square feet (18 square meters) and includes conference space. An outdoor pool, a terrace, and tour/ticket assistance are also featured at the luxury Scenic Hotel Bay of Islands. Limited free parking is available on a first-come, first-served basis.

This 4-star Paihia hotel is smoke free.

  • 1 floor
  • 114 guestrooms or units
  • 194 sq ft of conference space
  • 18 sq m of conference space
  • Business facilities
  • Conference space
  • Breakfast available (surcharge)
  • Self-service laundry
  • Front desk (limited hours)
  • Storage area for luggage
  • Front-desk safe
  • Tour and ticket information
  • Concierge
  • Terrace
  • Garden
  • Outdoor picnic space
  • No smoking on site
  • Bar or lounge
  • Dining venue
Scenic Hotel Bay of Islands offers 114 air-conditioned accommodations with safes and coffee/tea makers. Accommodations offer separate sitting areas. Televisions come with digital channels. Bathrooms include showers, complimentary toiletries, and hair dryers.

This Paihia hotel provides complimentary wired and wireless Internet access. Business-friendly amenities include desks and phones. Housekeeping is provided daily.

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.

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Property amenities

Family friendly

  • In-room crib
  • In-room refrigerator
  • Laundry facilities
  • Outdoor pool
  • Rollaway/extra bed (surcharge)

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi and wired internet
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Roundtrip airport shuttle (surcharge)
  • Free uncovered self parking on site
  • Limited onsite parking

Food and drink

  • Full breakfast available for a fee 6:30 AM to 9:30 AM on weekdays and 6:30 AM to 10:00 AM on weekends; NZD 25 for adults and NZD 12.50 for children
  • A bar/lounge
  • A restaurant

Things to do

  • Outdoor pool

Accessibility

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

Room amenities

Entertainment

  • 55-inch TV with digital channels
  • Streaming services

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided
  • Free crib
  • Rollaway/extra bed (surcharge)

Bathroom

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

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Refrigerator

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Connecting rooms available
  • Desk
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Phone
  • Safe
  • Separate sitting area

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 2 PM; Check-in end time: 10:30 PM
Late check-in subject to availability
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 10 AM
Late check-out subject to availability
A late check-out fee will be charged

Special check-in instructions

The property charges 1.5 percent for credit card payments
The front desk is open daily from 6:30 AM - 10:30 PM
Front desk staffed during limited hours
If you are planning to arrive after 6:00 PM please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation

Renovations and closures

The following facilities or services will be unavailable from November 6 2025 to November 11 2025 (dates subject to change):
  • Swimming pool
The property will be renovating from October 28 2025 to November 8 2025 (completion date subject to change). The following areas are affected:
  • One of the swimming pools
During renovations, the hotel will make every effort to minimize noise and disturbance.

Access methods

Front desk (limited hours)

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Rollaway/extra beds are available for NZD 35.0 per night.
  • 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 full breakfast: approximately NZD 25 for adults and NZD 12.50 for children
  • Late check-out is available for a fee (subject to availability)
  • Rollaway bed fee: NZD 35.0 per night
  • Credit card charges are subject to a surcharge of 1.5 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, 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, debit cards, and cash
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher 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
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 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, debit cards, and cash. For guests' safety, the property includes a fire extinguisher and a first aid kit in each accommodation.

We should mention

  • Connecting/adjoining rooms are subject to availability and can be requested by contacting the property at the number on your booking confirmation.

National rating

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

Property is also known as

Scenic Bay Islands
Scenic Bay Islands Paihia
Scenic Hotel Bay Islands
Scenic Hotel Bay Islands Paihia
Scenic Hotel Bay Of Islands Paihia
Scenic Hotel Paihia
Scenic Hotel Bay Of Islands Paihia
Scenic Bay Of Islands Paihia
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Scenic Hotel Bay of Islands Paihia
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Scenic Hotel Bay of Islands Reviews

Reviews

8.8

Excellent

Rating 10 - Excellent. 506 out of 982 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 345 out of 982 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 90 out of 982 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 29 out of 982 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 12 out of 982 reviews

9.0/10

Cleanliness

9.0/10

Staff & service

8.4/10

Amenities

8.6/10

Property conditions & facilities

8.6/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

8/10 Good

Robyn

Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Tracey

Travelled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
This a great hotel with lush tropical gardens, private patios, comfortable beds and everything needed. Handy to the beach too.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

8/10 Good

MICHAEL

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

10/10 Excellent

Beate

Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

8/10 Good

Kevin

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

Great beach stay

Good stay. Nice quiet too close to beach.always buy breakfast online as cheaper
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jason

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Polite and helpful staff. The room was spacious and the bed was amazing. The buffet breakfast was not available however the a la carte breakfast was excellent. We also had dinner at the hotel's restaurant and thoroughly loved it.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kerri-Ann

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very comfortable
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

8/10 Good

Manbir

Travelled with family and small children, Travelled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Lots of space in the Rooms and were really warm. We did include the breakfast in hotel stay. Lots of variety in buffet breakfast and it was really yum and staff was really good too. Highly recommended
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

8/10 Good

Mohammed

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

8/10 Good

Jeffrey P

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Room was fine although it was around the backend. Hoping that the hotel was situated across from the ocean. It was peaceful and relaxing
Stayed 3 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

D H

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Such a nice welcome and lots of nice facilities, clean pool and nice gardens. The buffet breakfast was nice and a lovely hot powerful shower
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Marie

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Denise

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Very good venue. Efficient staff
Stayed 3 nights in May 2025

8/10 Good

Carolyn

Business traveller
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
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Stayed 8 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Steven Ernest

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Amazing and accommodating staff in all areas of the facility A great venue and the restaurant food was excellent quality. I would stay there again should the opportunity arose We had a family reunion there that weekend
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2025

8/10 Good

Gurbagh

Travelled with family and small children
Liked: Staff & service, amenities
Parking was infornt of the room. Bit noisy at night fan in the bathroom and fridge.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Douglas

Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025

6/10 Okay

Gary

Liked: Amenities
Front desk was not attentive to clients
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025

6/10 Okay

Verified traveller

Travelled with group
Liked: Room comfort
Disliked: Cleanliness

Ok stay

The landscape was great. Very nice surroundings. Around 15 minutes walk from shopping and restaurants. The room was ok. The trash was not removed when we got the room. The shower was moldy. Not sure how it compares to other hotels in the area
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Carolyn

Travelled with family, Business traveller
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
I enjoyed the whole experience. I will definately bring my family there
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Grant

Liked: Cleanliness
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Gary

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Nice staff and excellent restaurant
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kylie

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Amazing !!
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kylie

Liked: Property conditions & facilities
Beautiful place to stay. Highly recommended.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jesse

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Mean as accommodation
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025