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Bay of Islands Lodge

2.0 star property
Hostel near Paihia Wharf in Paihia

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A wooden-paneled bedroom with a bed, bedside tables, and a door leading to another room.
A kitchen with stainless steel appliances, shelves with dishes, and a window providing natural light.
A bedroom with a wooden ceiling, a bed with a plaid bedspread, a window with curtains, and a framed floral artwork on the wall.
A counter with a menu board and a sign for GreatSights explore.
A kitchen with white cabinets, a wooden table, and a glass-fronted refrigerator.

Reviews

8.8 out of 10
Excellent

Popular amenities

  • Parking included
  • Free WiFi
  • Air conditioning
  • Laundry
  • Kitchen

Explore the area

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11 MacMurray Road, Paihia, Northland, 0200
  • Place, Paihia Beach
    ‪2 min walk‬
  • Place, St Paul’s Church
    ‪3 min walk‬
  • Place, Paihia Wharf
    ‪10 min walk‬
  • Airport, Kerikeri (KKE-Bay of Islands)
    ‪28 min drive‬

Room options

View all photos for Twin Single Private Ensuite

Two beds with geometric-patterned bedding, a bedside lamp, and a welcome card on the left bed.

Twin Single Private Ensuite

  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Twin Beds
  • Free WiFi

View all photos for Double Private Ensuite

A bedroom with a wooden ceiling, a bed with a patterned bedspread, a door leading to a bathroom, and a framed picture on the wall.

Double Private Ensuite

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed
  • Free WiFi

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A bed in a room with wooden walls and a sloped ceiling, a window with curtains, and a ceiling fan.

Family Cabin

  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Queen Bed and 1 Twin Bunk Bed
  • Free WiFi

View all photos for Room, 1 Queen Bed, Ensuite

A bedroom with a bed, a wooden wardrobe, a mirror, and a window.

Room, 1 Queen Bed, Ensuite

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(2 reviews)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed
  • Free WiFi

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A room with bunk beds, a ladder, a lamp, and a window.

Family Room, Multiple Beds, Ensuite

  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 6
  • 1 Queen Bed, 1 Twin Bunk Bed and 2 Twin Beds
  • Free WiFi

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A bedroom with a large bed, two smaller beds, a wooden wall, a wardrobe, and a mirror.

Family Room, Multiple Beds, Ensuite

  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 5
  • 1 Double Bed and 3 Twin Beds
  • Free WiFi

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A room with bunk beds, a ladder, a lamp, and a window.

Exclusive Room, Multiple Bedrooms, Ensuite

  • 12 bedrooms
  • Sleeps 35
  • 11 Twin Beds, 5 Queen Beds, 5 Double Beds and 2 Twin Bunk Beds
  • Free WiFi

About the area

Paihia

Oceanside stay.You'll find Paihia Wharf and Paihia Beach within a 15-minute walk of this Paihia hostel. Waitangi Treaty Grounds and Russell Beach are also within 3 miles (5 km).
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What's nearby

  • Paihia Beach - 2 min walk - 0.2 km
  • St Paul’s Church - 3 min walk - 0.3 km
  • Paihia Wharf - 10 min walk - 0.9 km
  • Te Ti Bay - 13 min walk - 1.1 km
  • Makana Chocolate Boutique - 20 min walk - 1.7 km

Getting around

  • Kerikeri (KKE-Bay of Islands) - 24 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪CBK Craft Bar & Kitchen - ‬9 min walk
  • ‪Charlotte's Kitchen - ‬10 min walk
  • ‪Seaside - ‬25 min drive
  • ‪Duke of Marlborough Hotel - ‬25 min drive
  • ‪El Cafe - ‬2 min walk

About this property

Bay of Islands Lodge

Hostel near Paihia Wharf in Paihia
As a guest of Bay of Islands Lodge, you'll find a terrace, barbecue grills, and tour/ticket assistance. Public spaces have free WiFi. Bay of Islands Lodge also features a garden, a picnic area, and laundry facilities. Self parking is free.

This Paihia hostel is smoke free.

  • 12 guestrooms or units
  • Dry cleaning
  • Self-service laundry
  • Front desk (limited hours)
  • Express check-in
  • Express check-out
  • Storage area for luggage
  • Front-desk safe
  • Tour and ticket information
  • Terrace
  • Garden
  • BBQ grill(s)
  • Outdoor picnic space
  • Television in lobby
  • No smoking on site
  • Microwave in a common area
  • Refrigerator in a common area
Bay of Islands Lodge offers 12 air-conditioned accommodations with shared/communal kitchens. Each accommodation is individually furnished and decorated. Full-sized refrigerators/freezers and microwaves are provided.

Bathrooms include showers. Guests can surf the web using the complimentary wireless Internet access. Irons/ironing boards and hair dryers can be requested. Housekeeping is provided once per stay.

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Property amenities

Family friendly

  • In-room crib
  • In-room full-sized refrigerator/freezer
  • In-room microwave
  • Laundry facilities

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

  • 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.
  • No elevator
  • Visual fire alarm

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided
  • Free crib

Bathroom

  • Hair dryer (on request)
  • Private bathroom
  • Shower
  • Towels provided

Food and drink

  • Cleaning supplies
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Freezer
  • Full-sized refrigerator/freezer
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Shared kitchen access
  • Stovetop
  • Toaster

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating
  • Individual decor
  • Individual furnishings
  • Iron/ironing board on request

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; Check-in end time: anytime
Contactless check-in available
Express check-in available

Check-out

Check-out before 10:00 AM
Contactless check-out available
Late check-out subject to availability
Express check-out available

Special check-in instructions

The front desk is open daily from 8:00 AM - 9:00 PM
Guests must contact the property in advance for check-in instructions and key retrieval information; 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
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Access methods

Front desk (limited hours), key retrieval

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

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; cash is not accepted
Cashless transactions are available
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a first aid kit, and outdoor lighting
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, and Union Pay. Cash is not accepted. For guests' safety, the property includes a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a first aid kit, and outdoor lighting in each accommodation. Cashless payment methods are available for all transactions.

Property class

Property class, provided by our rating system, is based on property type, amenities, and services.

Property is also known as

Paihia YHA
YHA Hostel Paihia
YHA Paihia
YHA Paihia Bay Of Islands
YHA Bay Islands Paihia Hostel
YHA Bay Islands Hostel
YHA Bay Islands Paihia
YHA Bay Islands
YHA Bay of Islands Paihia
Bay of Islands Lodge Paihia
Bay of Islands Lodge Hostel
Bay of Islands Lodge Hostel/Backpacker accommodation
Bay of Islands Lodge Hostel/Backpacker accommodation Paihia

Frequently asked questions

How close is Bay of Islands Lodge to the airport?

Bay of Islands Lodge is 14.6 mi (24-min drive) away from the Kerikeri (KKE-Bay of Islands) airport, the closest popular airport to the property.

Does Bay of Islands Lodge have an airport shuttle?

Airport shuttle services are not available at Bay of Islands Lodge.

How close is Bay of Islands Lodge to the beach?

This hostel is a short 10-minute walk from Paihia Beach and 9.2 mi (29-min drive) from Russell Beach. Don't forget your sunscreen!

Does Bay of Islands Lodge offer free breakfast?

Bay of Islands Lodge does not offer free breakfast.

Is there a casino at Bay of Islands Lodge?

No, there is no casino at this hostel.

What time is check-in at Bay of Islands Lodge?

Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; Check-in end time: anytime.

Is there free parking at Bay of Islands Lodge?

This hostel offers free self parking.

Does Bay of Islands Lodge have a pool?

Bay of Islands Lodge does not have a pool.

Does Bay of Islands Lodge have a spa?

There are no spa services available at this hostel.

How close is Bay of Islands Lodge to downtown Paihia?

Bay of Islands Lodge is 0.3 mi away from Paihia.

Bay of Islands Lodge Reviews

Reviews

8.8

Excellent

Rating 10 - Excellent. 31 out of 60 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 22 out of 60 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 4 out of 60 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 2 out of 60 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 1 out of 60 reviews

8.8/10

Cleanliness

9.2/10

Staff & service

9.4/10

Amenities

8.4/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Satbir

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Awesome place to stay
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

scott

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Great staff! They gave us a lot of insider tips of where to go and what to do. Fantastic kitchen facilities and perfect location.
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Victoria

Liked: Staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
So close to shops, beach pubs and restaurants, friendly staff and clean
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2022
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Peter

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Wish could have stayed longer
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Katrina

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great service. Even though it was a basic room for 2 Adults and 3 Children in separate bedding, it had everything we needed and the kitchen area was well equipped.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025
Verified review

6/10 Okay

Manqiong

Beach near here
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Harry

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Really comfy mattress and the facilities were great. Friendly and helpful staff
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Rakesh

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Owners were very good people..
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Gerson

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great location, plenty of free parking, friendly staff, clean room, good wifi. Our host, Andy, very knowledgeable about Paihia and surrounding areas
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2022
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Twyla

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
The owner was so friendly and willing to help! Our room was spotless! Had a cool, chill, family vibe to it! Would definitely book Again❤️🤗
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2025
Verified review

8/10 Good

Hardeep Nidhi

Liked: Cleanliness
Was good
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2024
Verified review

8/10 Good

Barry

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Reasonable price,helpful owner.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Edward

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
All was very good.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Maryanne

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Enjoyed staying here! Warm welcome by Andy - best start to the stay! Walking distance to beach and activities. Thankyou!!!!!
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Lalani

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Both Travis and Page went out of the way to help and they always assist on any accommodation request or related requets
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025
Verified review

8/10 Good

adam

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Good location. Very helpful staff. Small room and tiny bathroom. No mirror above sink. Guests with motorcycles create loud noises in the morning.
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Binoy

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The stay in this property was very nice. The owner is very friendly and absolutely delightful. She answered all the questions and helped with the laundry as well The suite (2 bedroom) was more than sufficient for our family of four (4 adults). The beach is a 5 minute walk away, and in 10 minutes you will get to a plethora of dining options. There is a convenience store a minute away. And the neighborhood was quiet during our stay. We thoroughly enjoyed Paihia and the stay here
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2024
Verified review

4/10 Poor

Stee

I think this property is more suited to much younger people than my 72 years. I didn’t realise this when booking. No television in room not good. Also the base of the shower was very slippery when wet. Lovely man at reception.
Stayed 1 night in May 2024
Verified review

8/10 Good

Verified traveller

Liked: Staff & service, room comfort
For the price everything was as expected....basic but comfortable.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2021
Verified review

8/10 Good

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Our overall stay was very good.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2021
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very welcoming hosts who went out of their way to make my stay more comfortable. Good basic facilities and close enough to everything. Value for money.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2021
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Katherine

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

Comfortable and clean

Nice room, Andy and the reception staff are very helpful. Laundry services are good and the shared kitchen is great.
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2020
Verified review

8/10 Good

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Good stay. I was in a one room suite and enjoyed the accommodations as well as the staff. The place has more of motel vibe. Wished there was the ability to lock items in a space in the room.
Stayed 4 nights in Jan 2020
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Doppelzimmer sind sehr gut, Personal, Ausstattung und Sauberkeit alles bestens!
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2020
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Hübsche Jugend Herberge an der Bay of Island Paihia
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2019