Dolphin Motel 4* (Paihia, Bay of Islands, New Zealand) - Motel Reviews

Also Known As:: Dolphin Motel Paihia, Bay Of Islands, New Zealand

Address: 69 Williams Road, Paihia, New Zealand

Region: New Zealand > North Island > Northland Region > Bay of Islands > Paihia

Amenities:

Free High-Speed Internet Free Parking Kitchenette Suites Wheelchair access

Hotel Style:

#10 Luxury Hotels in Paihia

#19 Family Hotels in Paihia

Price Range: £

Hotel Class:4 star (4*)

Official Description (provided by the hotel):: Qualmarked 4 star. In the heart of Paihia only 100 metres from waterfront,shops. Wide range of accommodation from Small Queen Studio,King Studios, one bedroom(sleeps 3-4), two bedroom(sleeps 4) and Large Family units(Sleeps 2-7 people)with Spa Bath and BBQ. Kitchens, Sky TV 19 channels(including 3 Aussie), Free WiFi, laundry, 2 with spa baths, knowledgeable Kiwi operators to help you with tours in the Bay of Islands and throughout New Zealand. Special packages arranged.BBQ also available.FREE up to date New Wifi System. ... more less

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goodtimesCairns

cairns

Senior Reviewer

7 reviews

4 hotel reviews

Reviews in 4 cities

“Best all round accomodation”

Reviewed 17 May 2013 NEW

We were so pleased we chose to stay at The Dolphin. I was so worried about it after I'd booked. We wanted our first two night in NZ to be perfect, and they were. From the position - two minute walk to the town centre and ferry terminal, yet very quiet. Our room was spacious and spotlessly clean! The bed... More

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Kia Ora Bill and Cathy many thanks for your kind review,and glad you enjoyed the stay at our motel. I pride myself to give out useful information and service which I see part of the Kiwi Hospitality experience. I do hope you visit us again one day. Many thanks Paul More

JackieSueNZ

Auckland

9 reviews

6 hotel reviews

Reviews in 6 cities

1 helpful vote

“Best Bed!”

Reviewed 28 April 2013

Great value, extremely clean, best bed I've come across in a motel for a long time! Lovely linen. Location perfect, within walking distance to the cente of Paihia but still quiet. And to top it all off, a genuinely friendly host. We would love to stay here again.

Many thanks for your kind review and comments.I was a pleasure to have you stay,and hope you visit us again the future. Kia Ora Paul More

PorroUnus

Sydney, Australia

3 hotel reviews

“Great Place to Stay”

Reviewed 27 April 2013

Not much more to add from the previous reviews. We were pleasantly surprised with the Dolphin Motel, our 2 bedroom unit was spacious, clean and very comfortable and the spa was great after a long days sightseeing :) Paul was very welcoming and helped us out with a lot of local advice on places to visit, tour comparisons, local shop... More

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Many thanks for the kind review and rating.Its humbling to get me good reviews,and really appreciate them all. More

JoeCBansteadUK

Banstead UK

Top Contributor

61 reviews

57 hotel reviews

Reviews in 54 cities

15 helpful votes

“Previous Reviews Are Spot On !”

Reviewed 23 April 2013

I stayed for 2 nights in April and found the motel exactly as previous reviewers have reported. Everything was as it should be, especially the quality of the bed and linen - top class. It's only a short walk to the restaurants, ferry/boat pier and convenience stores whilst being far enough away to be quiet. When I stayed I think... More

Once again for a great review,and appreciation for it. Hope you had a safe trip back home,and looking forward to seeing you again the future. All the best Paul More

Peter D

Bradford, United Kingdom

1 review

“Road Trip”

Reviewed 19 April 2013

We stayed at The Dolphin for 2 nights back in March. The 2 bedroom apartment was wonderful and very spacious. Paul was brilliant! He gave us tips on places to visit, helped us with the toll payments and with his local knowledge was able to get us onward accomodation in Auckland at very short notice. The location was excellent, a... More

Many thanks Pete for your nice review.It was a pleasure to have you here.I am glad the rest of the trip worked out well,and I was able to help to make your trip easier. Hope you had/have a good trip back to the UK. Many thanks Paul More

Nicola L

Mooloolaba, Queensland, Australia

Reviewer

3 reviews

Reviews in 3 cities

“Excellent stay”

Reviewed 7 April 2013

Our family of 4 stayed two nights just after Easter, and had a very comfortable room, much better standard then the usual motel rooms you find. Paul was most helpful with booking tours, and general knowledge of the area, and NZ in general. If we are ever up this way again, we would definitely stay here again.

Many thanks Nicola and Family.It was a pleasure to meet you all,and hope you return one day. Its nice to be appreciated and try my best to make sure that guest have a great stay here in the Bay of Islands and leave New Zealand with good memories. Kia Waimaire and Kia Ora. More

ScottC449

Wanganui, New Zealand

6 reviews

Reviews in 5 cities

“Great Location, All you could ask for”

Reviewed 2 April 2013

Stayed at the Dolphin for one night during a busy Easter weekend. It was everything we could have asked for, we only stayed for a short night with an early start the next day. On arrival Paul the manager was very friendly, and a beer with check in is always welcome! The room itself was spotlessly clean and very well... More

Hi Scott many thanks for your review.Much appreciated.If you come again we can give you our King Studio or even the one with a Spa Bath.Easter is always very busy.Enjoy the rest of your time in New Zealand. All the best to you both and Kia Ora More

Jannneke

Auckland Central, New Zealand

8 reviews

Reviews in 7 cities

“Great location, very hospitable owner”

Reviewed 30 March 2013

Paul was extremely hospitable when we arrived and even shouted us a beer. The Motel is close to shops and restaurants but still in a calm and quiet area. The room we stayed in was clean but a bit small. Next time we will be in Paihia we will book a bigger room but definitely at the Dolphin.

Yes many thanks for your review.It was a pleasure to meet you. Next time the family unit maybe better which is like a half a house!!Has full kitchen,A/Con,Spa Bath and huge Lounge. Our location is great only a short walk to shops,restuarants,and waterfront. We also offer free parking even if you have checked out and need to go on a... More

SherylGlasse

Auckland, New Zealand

2 reviews

Reviews in 2 cities

“Another great weekend in Paihia”

Reviewed 24 March 2013

Stayed at the Dolphin motel again this weekend (second visit). The rooms are spotlessly clean and the location is excellent. Paul the manager is very friendly and helpful and has great local knowledge of the area. Went on an overnight cruise and as Paul had space in his car park allowed us to leave the car overnight so it was... More

Many thanks for the wonderful review,and glad it was your second visit back to the Motel and meet you again. Its always great to see return guests,knowing that they enjoyed their first visit. Much appreciated Paul More

jugglin

“A fantastic apartment located centrally clean and friendly reasonably priced, proprietor was a brilliant host and made me and my”

Reviewed 17 March 2013

We came across the motel by sheer accident we were parked outside the library using the free Internet looking for some where to stay. We had a few awful experiences in a number of hotels which we had located using the booking sites. I looked across the road and saw a number of motels / motels with vacancies. My husband... More

Kia Ora from the Bay of Islands Yes it was great having your family here,and glad you enjoyed it.Hope you are able to come back one day. Kia waimarie More

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