Scenic Hotel Bay of Islands

4.0 star property
VIP Access

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Exterior
Reception
Deluxe Room, 2 Queen Beds | In-room safe, desk, iron/ironing board, free cots/infant beds
Bar (on property)
Outdoor pool

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
    ‪6 min drive‬
  • Airport, Kerikeri (KKE-Bay of Islands)
    ‪25 min drive‬
VIP Access
Curated for quality and service, VIP Access stays consistently receive our highest guest ratings.
  • Expect exceptional service
  • Extra savings and perks for BONUS+ members

Room options

Standard Queen Room

  • Sleeps 2

Deluxe Twin Queen Room

  • Sleeps 4

Loft Twin King KK

  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 King Beds

Standard King And Queen Room

  • Sleeps 4

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

Standard Room, 1 King Bed

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

Standard Room, 1 Queen Bed

  • 25 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

Family Room

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

Superior Room, 2 Queen Beds

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

Deluxe Room, 2 Queen Beds

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

Deluxe Room, 1 King Bed

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

Superior King And Queen Room

  • Sleeps 4

Deluxe King Room

  • Sleeps 2

Standard King Room

  • Sleeps 2

Loft Twin King Kk

  • Sleeps 4

Family Room

  • Sleeps 4

Superior Twin Queen Room

  • Sleeps 4

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About this property

Scenic Hotel Bay of Islands

Elegant beach hotel and outdoor pool
This smoke-free hotel features an outdoor pool, a restaurant and a bar/lounge. Free WiFi in public areas and free self parking are also provided. Additionally, a business centre, conference space and concierge services are on-site.
Scenic Hotel Bay of Islands offers 114 air-conditioned accommodations with a safe and coffee/tea makers. This accommodation offers separate sitting areas. Televisions come with digital channels. Bathrooms include a shower, complimentary toiletries and hairdryers.

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

Recreational amenities at the hotel include an outdoor pool.
During your stay at Scenic Hotel Bay of Islands, you're just a quick walk from Bay of Islands. Enjoy features like free WiFi in public areas and free self-parking, plus an outdoor pool.
  • Free WiFi
  • Free self-parking
  • Grab something to eat at the restaurant or stop for a drink at the bar/lounge
  • Full breakfast served daily for a fee
  • Take a swim in the outdoor pool
  • Services include a concierge, tour or ticket assistance and luggage storage
  • Just a 3-minute walk from Bay of Islands and 4 minutes on foot from Paihia Beach
  • Airport shuttle service available for a fee
There's a restaurant on site. You can enjoy a drink at the bar/lounge. A business centre and 2 meeting rooms are available.

WiFi is free in public spaces. Event space at this hotel measures 194 square feet (18 square metres) 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.

For a fee, guests can enjoy full breakfast on weekdays from 6:30 AM to 9:30 AM and at the weekend from 6:30 AM to 10:00 AM.
Nikau Restaurant – This restaurant only serves breakfast. Guests can enjoy drinks at the bar.

Awards and affiliations

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

Property amenities

Internet

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

Parking and transport

  • Return airport shuttle (surcharge)
  • Free uncovered self parking on site
  • Limited on-site 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

Restaurants on site

  • Nikau Restaurant

Things to do

  • Outdoor pool

Family friendly

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

Conveniences

  • Laundry facilities
  • Limited-hour front desk
  • Luggage storage
  • Safe at front desk

Guest services

  • Concierge services
  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Tour and ticket assistance

Business services

  • 194 square feet of conference space
  • 2 meeting rooms
  • Business centre

Outdoors

  • Garden
  • Picnic area
  • Terrace

Accessibility

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

More

  • 1 floor
  • Banquet hall
  • Smoke-free property

Room amenities

Bedroom

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

Bathroom

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

Entertainment

  • 55-inch TV with digital channels
  • Streaming services

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 per cent 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 property will be renovating from 28 October 2025 to 8 November 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 minimise 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 cots (infant beds)!

Payment types at the property

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: from approximately NZD 25 for adults and from 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 per cent

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

You need to know

This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business or profession.
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 and terraces, which may not be suitable for children; if you have any concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm that they can accommodate you in a suitable room
The front desk at this property is open daily from 6:30 AM - 10:30 PM.
Guests arriving after 6:00 PM must make advance arrangements by contacting the property using the information on the booking confirmation. Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property.
If you cancel your booking, you'll be subject to the host's cancellation policy. In accordance with EU regulations about consumer rights, property booking services are not subject to the right of withdrawal.

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.

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