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    Bay Sands Seafront Studios

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    136 Marsden Road | Bay of Islands, Paihia, New Zealand
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    4.0
    74 reviews
    • Excellent39%
    • Very good46%
    • Average12%
    • Poor1%
    • Terrible2%
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    136 Marsden Road | Bay of Islands, Paihia, New Zealand See on map
    AMENITIES
    Free Wifi
    Free Parking
    Beachfront
    Non-Smoking Hotel
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    Kitchenette
    Pets Allowed
    3 Star accommodation
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    Reviewed 1 March 2018
    Poor value for money

    Uncomfortable stay due to the lack of air in the room - no aircon and very stuffy and hot, especially when trying to sleep. The desk fan provided was of no use. The full length windows on the west side with the sliding door made...More

    Thank Helen P
    Reviewed 8 February 2018
    Great location and very clean.

    We stayed at this hotel for a week and can confirm the photos and description are accurate. For the money, it's very clean and has a super location across from a great beach. Due to the configuration of the rooms/balconies smoking and/or noise could be...More

    1  Thank Carl S
    Reviewed 16 January 2018
    Location is excellent

    We stayed her for a couple of days. The location was perfect directly opposite the beach and a easy 15 min stroll to the Main Street. The room was very spacious, clean but dated, there was no air conditioning which we needed as the two...More

    Thank Helen R
    Reviewed 31 July 2017 via mobile
    Clean and comfortable accommodation

    Stayed in one of the top front units for 3 days. Rooms are clean and comfortable with good Wi-Fi connection all the time without having to log back in every time. The rooms are in need of an update but for the price we could...More

    1  Thank darren s
    Reviewed 30 March 2017
    A charming place to stay!

    My husband is an essential wheelchair user, and I searched high and low for wheelchair accessible rooms in NZ. I came across Bay Sands on Expedia, and we were not disappointed! In fact, this was the best of the six rooms we stayed in during...More

    1  Thank Kathryn022015
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    Amenities
    Top amenities
    Free Parking
    Free High Speed Internet (WiFi)
    Beachfront
    Hotel Amenities
    Free Parking
    Self-Serve Laundry
    Children Activities (Kid / Family Friendly)
    Shuttle Bus Service
    Wheelchair Access
    Pets Allowed ( Dog / Pet Friendly )
    Non-Smoking Hotel
    Room amenities
    Refrigerator in room
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    Price range
    US$50 - US$111 (Based on Average Rates for a Standard Room)
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    Hotel Style
    #13 Bay View Hotel in Paihia
    #25 Family Hotel in Paihia
    #17 Great View Hotel in Paihia
    #28 Mid-range Hotel in Paihia
    #23 Business Hotel in Paihia
    #26 Charming Hotel in Paihia
    Room types
    Kitchenette, Non-Smoking Rooms, Suites
    Details
    Price range
    US$50 - US$111 (Based on Average Rates for a Standard Room)
    Hotel class
    Hotel Style
    #13 Bay View Hotel in Paihia
    #25 Family Hotel in Paihia
    #17 Great View Hotel in Paihia
    #28 Mid-range Hotel in Paihia
    #23 Business Hotel in Paihia
    #26 Charming Hotel in Paihia
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    Kitchenette, Non-Smoking Rooms, Suites
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    kiwikath2011
    9 May 2015|
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    Response from BaySandsMotel | Property representative |
    Hi Please call 6494027707
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    Donna G
    4 March 2015|
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    Response from BaySandsMotel | Property representative |
    Sorry, We are full on that date. Thanks for your inquiry.
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    Room Tips
    "Not sure any are good!"
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    "Top floor room would probable be best for privacy."
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    "Two rooms at the front of the motel on the upper floor will have the best views"
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    "Front Studio rooms have sea / bay views and a breeze"
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