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Marlin Court Motel

3.0 of 5
60, Seaview Rd. | P.O. Box 394, Paihia 0247, New Zealand
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Marlin Court Motel
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wellington
2 reviews
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3 of 5 stars Reviewed 26 February 2013

We stayed here two nights this february, travelling as a couple plus a single. The rooms were well equipped to accommodate us... A double bed and single in the lounge. Very economical, with free wifi (as most places in Paihia appear to offer). On the edge of central paihia but this didn't bother us as it was in easy walking... More

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3 of 5 stars Reviewed 23 February 2013 via mobile

Very disappointing two night stay. Queen bed in two bedroom unit was terribly uncomfortable & bad roll together. Tiny for two bedroom accommodation for four adults, not 4 star compared to previous 4* accommodation we have experienced, didn't even make beds! Frypan in kitchen needed cleaning by us prior to being used as did several other kitchen utensils as they... More

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JohnDavison, Owner at Marlin Court Motel, responded to this review
6 March 2013

We are sorry that this guest had some issues, but these could have been resolved very quickly and easily if he had spoken with the management. More free WiFi vouchers are available, these were not requested. While every effort is made to make the beds, it is company policy that if guests leave personal items on the beds, they are... More

Sydney, Australia
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17 reviews 17 reviews
8 hotel reviews
Reviews in 9 cities Reviews in 9 cities
4 of 5 stars Reviewed 22 February 2013

We found this motel to be clean and tidy with friendly staff running it. The room was a good size with plenty of space for our luggage. The price was reasonable and within walking distance of the town. We were able to book our Hole in the Rock cruise from here which was great and we received a 10% discount.... More

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england
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63 reviews 63 reviews
33 hotel reviews
Reviews in 37 cities Reviews in 37 cities
36 helpful votes 36 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 16 February 2013

We found this a good motel to stay in very convenient for the beach and other sights in Pahia. Room was clean and a good size,reasonably priced and the owners were very helpful.The room had outdoor space which I liked,and a nice place to sit to eat lunch. We also had cooking facilities which was useful to prepare our lunch,and... More

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Auckland Region, New Zealand
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27 reviews 27 reviews
4 hotel reviews
Reviews in 8 cities Reviews in 8 cities
3 helpful votes 3 helpful votes
4 of 5 stars Reviewed 11 February 2013

A great place to stay just a few metres from the beach. The unit was very clean and tidy, the only down side was ,no Sky TV. As I have said before a dog friendly motel, not that you would notice in the units. Once again I would thoroughly recommend this motel as a place to stay.

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Narre Warren, Australia
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9 reviews 9 reviews
7 hotel reviews
Reviews in 6 cities Reviews in 6 cities
4 helpful votes 4 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 15 January 2013

We spent 3 nights in the 2 bedroom apartment (4 adults & 2 kids) .. A little "cramped" with 6 people but we didnt spend alot of time sitting around in our room, Paihia & surrounds is too beautiful to waste time sitting in a motel room .. the Marlin Court Motel is conveniently situated being a short walk to... More

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5 of 5 stars Reviewed 16 December 2012

We have just returned home after a 3 night stay in family room 2 at the Marlin Court Motel. We were greeted by very accomodating and friendly owners, John and Maureen. The room was very clean and tidy and there was a plentiful supply of clean fresh towels on a daily basis. Fresh milk in the fridge on our arrival... More

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Auckland Region, New Zealand
1 review
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 10 October 2012

I can fully recommend this Motel to anyone visiting Paihia. John and Maureen were very friendly and assisted me with my husband, who gets lost at times! The motel was very conveniently situated for our purpose and well serviced. We stayed for 9 nights and it was always quiet and restful. We love the fact that it is pet-friendly, too!... More

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Wellington, New Zealand
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2 helpful votes 2 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 2 September 2012

We picked this place *because* it was pet-friendly, but I'd happily recommend it to anyone visiting Paihia. It's just around the corner from several eateries, and only a few minutes' walk from the shopping area. Rosie, our dog, was slightly larger than the owners' three little dogs, which made her feel ever so slightly superior. On the owners' recommendation, I... More

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Wanganui, Manawatu-Wanganui, New Zealand
1 review
1 helpful vote 1 helpful vote
2 of 5 stars Reviewed 9 April 2012

i stayed there when i was up for a wedding and got rudely kicked out at 9.30 because my friends name wasn't the one that had booked it the room,her mother had.owners did not seem to understand that even though they had the same last name.bit of common sense did not apply to these people

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JohnDavison, Owner at Marlin Court Motel, responded to this review
13 April 2012

This booking was a bit of a fiasco.The room( no. 8) was paid for using the credit card of the mother of the female who checked in.I told her thet no one else was permitted to use the room. The following morning at 9.30 a youth came to the motel and said that he was trying to phone his sister... More

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Marlin Court Hotel
Marlin Court Motel Paihia, Bay Of Islands, New Zealand
Address: 60, Seaview Rd. | P.O. Box 394, Paihia 0247, New Zealand
Region: New Zealand > North Island > Northland Region > Bay of Islands > Paihia
Amenities:
Free High-Speed Internet Free Parking Pets Allowed Swimming Pool
Hotel Style:
Ranked #32 of 44 hotels in Paihia
Price Range: £
Hotel Class:3 star (3*)
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