Top Rated Resorts in BAY OF ISLANDS
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Best-rated
Avalon Resort
- BBQ facilities
- Free parking
- VIP check-in/ -out
- Air conditioning
- Sauna
- Pool with view
Avalon Resort Kerikeri includes 8 rooms and is situated 11 minutes' walk from Puketotara Stream. The hotel also provides Wi-Fi available in the rooms.
The Avalon Resort has an outdoor swimming pool as well as a hot tub.
Avalon Resort
- BBQ facilities
- Free parking
- VIP check-in/ -out
- Air conditioning
- Sauna
- Pool with view
Avalon Resort
Avalon Resort Kerikeri includes 8 rooms and is situated 11 minutes' walk from Puketotara Stream. The hotel also provides Wi-Fi available in the rooms.
The Avalon Resort has an outdoor swimming pool as well as a hot tub.
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Popular choice
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Beach access
Copthorne Hotel And Resort Bay Of Islands
- In-room breakfast
- Free parking
- 24-hour reception
- Flat-screen TV
- Golf centre
- Pool with view
Located within 1 km of Maori War Canoe, the 4-star Copthorne Hotel And Resort Bay Of Islands Paihia offers Wi-Fi in the rooms and a charging station for electric vehicles. This Paihia hotel is approximately 800 metres from the beach and features a treatment room, a Jacuzzi, and a foot bath.
You can enjoy your stay at Copthorne Hotel And Resort Bay Of Islands while relaxing at 2 outdoor swimming pools. With a tennis court, guests can stay fit at the accommodation. The onsite wellness facilities include a spa and wellness centre.
Copthorne Hotel And Resort Bay Of Islands
- In-room breakfast
- Free parking
- 24-hour reception
- Flat-screen TV
- Golf centre
- Pool with view
Copthorne Hotel And Resort Bay Of Islands
Located within 1 km of Maori War Canoe, the 4-star Copthorne Hotel And Resort Bay Of Islands Paihia offers Wi-Fi in the rooms and a charging station for electric vehicles. This Paihia hotel is approximately 800 metres from the beach and features a treatment room, a Jacuzzi, and a foot bath.
You can enjoy your stay at Copthorne Hotel And Resort Bay Of Islands while relaxing at 2 outdoor swimming pools. With a tennis court, guests can stay fit at the accommodation. The onsite wellness facilities include a spa and wellness centre.
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Guest favorite
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Beach access
The Duke Of Marlborough
- Cookware/ Kitchen utensils
- Free parking
- 24-hour reception
- Air conditioning
- Fitness centre
- Terrace
Guests of the smoke-free The Duke Of Marlborough Hotel Russell can enjoy easy access to Just Imagine Gallery, which is situated nearly a 5-minute walk away. Boasting a location approximately 400 metres from Christ Church Russell, this 4-star hotel offers 38 rooms and a lounge bar onsite.
Such entertainment options as wedding services are provided for guests' amusement. As part of its commitment to guest wellness, the accommodation includes a fitness club featuring fitness classes.
The Duke Of Marlborough
- Cookware/ Kitchen utensils
- Free parking
- 24-hour reception
- Air conditioning
- Fitness centre
- Terrace
The Duke Of Marlborough
Guests of the smoke-free The Duke Of Marlborough Hotel Russell can enjoy easy access to Just Imagine Gallery, which is situated nearly a 5-minute walk away. Boasting a location approximately 400 metres from Christ Church Russell, this 4-star hotel offers 38 rooms and a lounge bar onsite.
Such entertainment options as wedding services are provided for guests' amusement. As part of its commitment to guest wellness, the accommodation includes a fitness club featuring fitness classes.
Budget Resorts in BAY OF ISLANDS
Haruru Falls Retreat
- BBQ facilities
- Free parking
- 24-hour security
- Laundry
- Full body massage
- Outdoor swimming pool
Situated within a 7-km distance of the waterfront museum "Pompallier Mission and Printery", the 4-star Haruru Falls Retreat Paihia hotel offers water slides and playground.
Other facilities include an outdoor swimming pool. You can enjoy canyoning and badminton on site.
Haruru Falls Retreat
- BBQ facilities
- Free parking
- 24-hour security
- Laundry
- Full body massage
- Outdoor swimming pool
Haruru Falls Retreat
Situated within a 7-km distance of the waterfront museum "Pompallier Mission and Printery", the 4-star Haruru Falls Retreat Paihia hotel offers water slides and playground.
Other facilities include an outdoor swimming pool. You can enjoy canyoning and badminton on site.
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Beach access
Taipa Beach Resort
- BBQ facilities
- Free parking
- Security
- Air conditioning
- Golf centre
- Saltwater pool
Featuring a patio, a shared lounge, and a golf course, Taipa Beach Resort enjoys a beachfront location 2.3 km from Cable Bay Beach. The resort boasts views of the garden and offers high-speed Internet access in public areas.
This hotel also includes an outdoor swimming pool.
Taipa Beach Resort
- BBQ facilities
- Free parking
- Security
- Air conditioning
- Golf centre
- Saltwater pool
Taipa Beach Resort
Featuring a patio, a shared lounge, and a golf course, Taipa Beach Resort enjoys a beachfront location 2.3 km from Cable Bay Beach. The resort boasts views of the garden and offers high-speed Internet access in public areas.
This hotel also includes an outdoor swimming pool.
Comfort Hotel Flames Whangarei
- In-room breakfast
- Free parking
- Express check-in/ -out
- Air conditioning
- Bar/ Lounge area
- Outdoor swimming pool
The elegant 5-star Comfort Hotel Flames Whangarei is located merely 9 minutes' stroll from the park, offering 17 rooms, Wi-Fi, and a car park. Along with the use of a fitness suite on site, sports fans are invited to discover the multi - purpose Northland Event Centre Stadium, which is 4.1 km away.
Onsite leisure opportunities feature a spa salon and an outdoor swimming pool. This Whangarei hotel includes a meeting room equipped with conference facilities and a xerox.
Comfort Hotel Flames Whangarei
- In-room breakfast
- Free parking
- Express check-in/ -out
- Air conditioning
- Bar/ Lounge area
- Outdoor swimming pool
Comfort Hotel Flames Whangarei
The elegant 5-star Comfort Hotel Flames Whangarei is located merely 9 minutes' stroll from the park, offering 17 rooms, Wi-Fi, and a car park. Along with the use of a fitness suite on site, sports fans are invited to discover the multi - purpose Northland Event Centre Stadium, which is 4.1 km away.
Onsite leisure opportunities feature a spa salon and an outdoor swimming pool. This Whangarei hotel includes a meeting room equipped with conference facilities and a xerox.
Resorts in BAY OF ISLANDS for Adults
Distinction Whangarei Hotel & Conference Centre
- In-room breakfast
- Free parking
- 24-hour reception
- Air conditioning
- Fitness centre
- Heated swimming pool
Situated merely a 5-minute stroll from Town Basin Marina, the 4-star smoke-free Distinction Whangarei Hotel & Conference Centre welcomes guests with views of Town Basin and such leisure amenities as a sauna, spa therapy, and a game area. Featuring a heated indoor swimming pool, this Whangarei hotel is within a 2-km distance of natural sights like Whangarei Quarry Gardens.
Entertainment spaces at this Whangarei hotel include a games room. Keeping fit at the property is convenient thanks to a fitness club that offers fitness classes.
Distinction Whangarei Hotel & Conference Centre
- In-room breakfast
- Free parking
- 24-hour reception
- Air conditioning
- Fitness centre
- Heated swimming pool
Distinction Whangarei Hotel & Conference Centre
Situated merely a 5-minute stroll from Town Basin Marina, the 4-star smoke-free Distinction Whangarei Hotel & Conference Centre welcomes guests with views of Town Basin and such leisure amenities as a sauna, spa therapy, and a game area. Featuring a heated indoor swimming pool, this Whangarei hotel is within a 2-km distance of natural sights like Whangarei Quarry Gardens.
Entertainment spaces at this Whangarei hotel include a games room. Keeping fit at the property is convenient thanks to a fitness club that offers fitness classes.
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Beach access
Paihia Beach Resort & Spa Hotel
- In-room breakfast
- Free parking
- VIP check-in/ -out
- Air conditioning
- Steam room
- Outdoor swimming pool
Located within a 400-metre distance of Bay of Islands Parasail, Paihia Beach Resort & Spa Hotel is 5 minutes' walk from Paihia Wharf. Featuring 21 rooms with views of the garden, this resort is not far from Opua Forest Paihia Lookout Track Hiking Trail.
This hotel provides a sauna and a steam room at no charge. Boasting an outdoor swimming pool the property also has a hot tub. Paihia Beach Resort & Spa Hotel offers 5 treatment rooms, along with a steam room, a Jacuzzi, a sauna, and hot public baths.
Paihia Beach Resort & Spa Hotel
- In-room breakfast
- Free parking
- VIP check-in/ -out
- Air conditioning
- Steam room
- Outdoor swimming pool
Paihia Beach Resort & Spa Hotel
Located within a 400-metre distance of Bay of Islands Parasail, Paihia Beach Resort & Spa Hotel is 5 minutes' walk from Paihia Wharf. Featuring 21 rooms with views of the garden, this resort is not far from Opua Forest Paihia Lookout Track Hiking Trail.
This hotel provides a sauna and a steam room at no charge. Boasting an outdoor swimming pool the property also has a hot tub. Paihia Beach Resort & Spa Hotel offers 5 treatment rooms, along with a steam room, a Jacuzzi, a sauna, and hot public baths.
Quality Hotel Oceans Tutukaka
- BBQ facilities
- Free parking
- Express check-in/ -out
- Air conditioning
- Fitness centre
- Saltwater pool
Situated 3.8 km from Whangaumu Bay, the 4-star Quality Hotel Oceans Tutukaka features Wi-Fi in the rooms, and street parking on site. This hotel is a good starting point for exploring Tutukaka, including Tutukaka Coast Public Beach, which is only 7 minutes' walk away.
Boasting an outdoor swimming pool, Quality Hotel Oceans Tutukaka also provides a sun deck, a picnic area, and a golf course. In order to promote physical wellness, this Tutukaka hotel offers a professional gym where guests can participate in yoga classes.
Quality Hotel Oceans Tutukaka
- BBQ facilities
- Free parking
- Express check-in/ -out
- Air conditioning
- Fitness centre
- Saltwater pool
Quality Hotel Oceans Tutukaka
Situated 3.8 km from Whangaumu Bay, the 4-star Quality Hotel Oceans Tutukaka features Wi-Fi in the rooms, and street parking on site. This hotel is a good starting point for exploring Tutukaka, including Tutukaka Coast Public Beach, which is only 7 minutes' walk away.
Boasting an outdoor swimming pool, Quality Hotel Oceans Tutukaka also provides a sun deck, a picnic area, and a golf course. In order to promote physical wellness, this Tutukaka hotel offers a professional gym where guests can participate in yoga classes.
Party Resorts in BAY OF ISLANDS
Opononi Hotel
- Free parking
- Security
- Air conditioning
- Flat-screen TV
- Luggage storage
- Live entertainment
Located in the immediate vicinity of Hokianga Express, the comfortable Opononi Hotel features Wi-Fi in public areas and private parking on site. The 3-star smoke-free hotel is a good starting point for exploring Opononi, including Opo the dolphin, which is merely a 5-minute walk away.
A casino and a shared lounge are also featured at the Opononi. Staff can arrange pool and darts.
Opononi Hotel
- Free parking
- Security
- Air conditioning
- Flat-screen TV
- Luggage storage
- Live entertainment
Opononi Hotel
Located in the immediate vicinity of Hokianga Express, the comfortable Opononi Hotel features Wi-Fi in public areas and private parking on site. The 3-star smoke-free hotel is a good starting point for exploring Opononi, including Opo the dolphin, which is merely a 5-minute walk away.
A casino and a shared lounge are also featured at the Opononi. Staff can arrange pool and darts.
Discovery Settlers Hotel
- Picnic area/ Tables
- Free parking
- 24-hour reception
- Flat-screen TV
- Bar/ Lounge area
- Outdoor swimming pool
The 4-star Discovery Settlers Hotel Whangarei, situated around 15 minutes' walk from Te Kakano Sculpture, offers a conference space and meeting rooms for corporate guests. Offering 53 rooms, the hotel provides an outdoor swimming pool as well.
Discovery Settlers Hotel
- Picnic area/ Tables
- Free parking
- 24-hour reception
- Flat-screen TV
- Bar/ Lounge area
- Outdoor swimming pool
Discovery Settlers Hotel
The 4-star Discovery Settlers Hotel Whangarei, situated around 15 minutes' walk from Te Kakano Sculpture, offers a conference space and meeting rooms for corporate guests. Offering 53 rooms, the hotel provides an outdoor swimming pool as well.
The Old Oak Boutique Hotel
The Old Oak Boutique Hotel Mangonui, located 20 minutes' walk from Rangikapiti Pa Historic Reserve, features Wi-Fi in public areas. The hotel entices guests with parking, available on site.
The Old Oak Boutique Hotel
The Old Oak Boutique Hotel
The Old Oak Boutique Hotel Mangonui, located 20 minutes' walk from Rangikapiti Pa Historic Reserve, features Wi-Fi in public areas. The hotel entices guests with parking, available on site.
Golf Resorts in BAY OF ISLANDS
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Private beach
Carrington Estate
- In-room breakfast
- Free parking
- Housekeeping
- Air conditioning
- Live entertainment
- Infinity pool
Featuring a premier location a mere 6 minutes' walk from Karikari Estate Winery, the unique Carrington Estate Hotel Tokerau Beach is proud to offer 18 holes of golf and 2 outdoor tennis courts. Along with air-conditioned rooms, this 4-star resort offers a fitness centre with fitness classes and stretching for guests to stay fit.
Carrington Estate Hotel also includes an infinity pool. Onsite you can engage in various activities, such as hiking, cycling, and billiard.
Carrington Estate
- In-room breakfast
- Free parking
- Housekeeping
- Air conditioning
- Live entertainment
- Infinity pool
Carrington Estate
Featuring a premier location a mere 6 minutes' walk from Karikari Estate Winery, the unique Carrington Estate Hotel Tokerau Beach is proud to offer 18 holes of golf and 2 outdoor tennis courts. Along with air-conditioned rooms, this 4-star resort offers a fitness centre with fitness classes and stretching for guests to stay fit.
Carrington Estate Hotel also includes an infinity pool. Onsite you can engage in various activities, such as hiking, cycling, and billiard.
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Great deal
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Beachfront
Rosewood Kauri Cliffs
- Restaurant
- Valet parking
- Room service
- In-room safe
- Fitness centre
- Outdoor swimming pool
Located 3.7 km from Matauri Bay Beach, the elegant Rosewood Kauri Cliffs Hotel Te Ngaire comes with 18 holes of golf and 2 outdoor tennis courts. There is a restaurant available on the premises.
As leisure options, the Rosewood offers an infinity pool, a sauna, and massage therapy. Guests are invited to partake in fitness classes at a fitness studio available on site. Corporate travellers will benefit from a conference room available on site.
Rosewood Kauri Cliffs
- Restaurant
- Valet parking
- Room service
- In-room safe
- Fitness centre
- Outdoor swimming pool
Rosewood Kauri Cliffs
Located 3.7 km from Matauri Bay Beach, the elegant Rosewood Kauri Cliffs Hotel Te Ngaire comes with 18 holes of golf and 2 outdoor tennis courts. There is a restaurant available on the premises.
As leisure options, the Rosewood offers an infinity pool, a sauna, and massage therapy. Guests are invited to partake in fitness classes at a fitness studio available on site. Corporate travellers will benefit from a conference room available on site.
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Beach access
Matauri Bay Holiday Park
- BBQ facilities
- Free parking
- Security
- Laundry
- Heating
- Sun terrace
The comfortable Matauri Bay Holiday Park is located only a 9-minute walk from Kauri Cliffs Golf Course and features a sunbathing terrace and a picnic area on site. The resort includes 9 rooms.
Activities such as hiking and fisheries can be arranged by the property.
Matauri Bay Holiday Park
- BBQ facilities
- Free parking
- Security
- Laundry
- Heating
- Sun terrace
Matauri Bay Holiday Park
The comfortable Matauri Bay Holiday Park is located only a 9-minute walk from Kauri Cliffs Golf Course and features a sunbathing terrace and a picnic area on site. The resort includes 9 rooms.
Activities such as hiking and fisheries can be arranged by the property.
Are you in a hurry?
Here is a quick list of Resorts in BAY OF ISLANDS, selected based on their rating
| Name of hotel | Accommodation Rating | Price, $ | |
| Avalon Resort |
9.1 / 10 (1238 Reviews) |
From 77$ | |
| Copthorne Hotel And Resort Bay Of Islands |
8.0 / 10 (2474 Reviews) |
From 57$ | |
| The Duke Of Marlborough |
8.9 / 10 (1671 Reviews) |
From 95$ | |
| Haruru Falls Retreat |
8.0 / 10 (549 Reviews) |
From 39$ | |
| Taipa Beach Resort |
8.4 / 10 (961 Reviews) |
From 97$ |
Frequently Asked Questions
What beach resorts near Haruru Falls are best for relaxation?
The Copthorne Hotel & Resort Bay of Islands and Paihia Beach Resort & Spa Hotel offer beachfront access and soothing views of Haruru Falls. Both have pools and spa services for ultimate relaxation.
Book your stay during weekdays for better rates, especially in the off-peak season from May to August.
Which resorts near historical sites in the Bay of Islands offer cultural experiences?
The Duke of Marlborough and Avalon Resort are near significant sites like the Waitangi Treaty Grounds, providing insights into New Zealand's history. They also host cultural events, enhancing your stay.
Visit the Waitangi Treaty Grounds on weekdays to avoid crowds, allowing for a more intimate learning experience.
What family-friendly resorts in Paihia offer activities for children?
Haruru Falls Retreat and Copthorne Hotel & Resort are both great for families, featuring children's playgrounds and activities tailored for all ages in scenic locations.
Check for family packages that include meals and activities, often available during school holidays for extra savings.
Which resorts near downtown Paihia allow easy access to local attractions?
Paihia Beach Resort & Spa Hotel and Discovery Settlers Hotel are centrally located, making it easy to explore the local wharf and ferry services to nearby islands.
Consider booking a ferry trip early in the morning to maximize your day exploring popular islands like Russell.
Are there any Bay of Islands resorts that offer spa services?
Paihia Beach Resort & Spa Hotel is well-known for its luxurious spa treatments, which include massages and facials using premium local products.
Book your spa treatments well in advance, especially during the holiday season, to secure your preferred timing.
What resorts around the Bay of Islands provide pet-friendly options?
Many resorts like Avalon Resort offer pet-friendly accommodations, making it easy to include your furry friend during your trip.
Contact the resort directly to inquire about pet policies and any additional fees to ensure a smooth stay.
Which waterfront resorts in the Bay of Islands are best for romantic getaways?
The Duke of Marlborough and Carrington Estate are both ideal for couples, offering ocean views, dining options, and closely located to scenic walks.
Opt for sunset dinner reservations to enhance your romantic experience at on-site restaurants.
How can families best explore the Bay of Islands?
Families can take advantage of ferry services to visit islands like Russell, where child-friendly activities like dolphin watching are available. Engaging with local guides enhances the experience.
Purchase family tickets for ferry rides, as they often offer discounts for groups traveling together.
What are the best outdoor activities to enjoy while staying in Paihia?
In Paihia, popular activities include kayaking, hiking at Haruru Falls, and exploring the marine wildlife. These experiences offer engaging views of New Zealand's nature.
Rent equipment early in the morning for a full day of adventure at rental shops near the beach.
What unique experiences can I find near the Bay of Islands?
Local dining experiences, such as seafood restaurants near the Paihia Wharf, highlight the fresh catches of the day and provide a taste of cultural cuisine.
Try to dine at local restaurants during happy hour for enjoyable dishes at reduced rates.