Marlin Court Motel
60 Seaview Road P.O. Box 394, Paihia 0200 New Zealand
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#21 of 24 motels in Paihia
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Marlin Court is an affordable family-friendly motel only 3 minutes walk from the beach and an easy stroll to cafes, restaurants, kayak hire , the jetty or the centre of Paihia. We offer a small plunge pool (seasonal) and have studios, one bedroom apartments and two bedroom units to choose from. Plenty of free parking and unlimited free Wifi. Bring your beach towels and come to stay. We hope to see you soon! Ruth & Brodie Stopforth (new owners since December 2020)
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Property amenities
Free parking
Free High Speed Internet (WiFi)
Pool
Complimentary Instant Coffee
Beach
Hiking
Children Activities (Kid / Family Friendly)
Baggage storage
Saltwater pool
Complimentary tea
Non-smoking hotel
Outdoor furniture
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Seating area
Sofa
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Kitchenette
Microwave
Flatscreen TV
Complimentary toiletries
Private bathrooms
Refrigerator
Stovetop
Kitchenware
Hair dryer
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Non-smoking rooms
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English
Location
84Good for walkers
Grade: 84 out of 100
10Restaurantswithin 0.5 km
5Attractionswithin 0.5 km
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Totally enjoyed my stay at the Marlin Court Motel. Beautiful pool, comfortable room that was fully equipped, super close to the sights, run by a lovely proprietor Ruth who was so helpful. Extra touches we appreciated were the large reservoir of bottled water, the milk in the frig, comfy seats outside our room, the daily cleaning, help with the tv when we lost our way, and storing our luggage both coming and going. Would stay here again.
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Date of stay: February 2023Trip type: Travelled with friends
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This is one motel where first impressions can be wrong. Walking into the apartments they can appear a bit stark and functional. However, they have a reasonably equipped kitchen, they are clean (serviced daily), spacious, quiet at night and can quickly be made to feel like home for a few days ... there was even fresh milk in the fridge for us when we arrived. Hosts are lovely. Top tip for any folks from the UK - avoid the Gumboot tea sachets ... they are not Yorkshires finest! From the Marlin, it's a very easy walk down to the various bars and restaurants along the waterfront as well as being a good base for going on trips. The pool, located in the corner of the carpark, is well maintained and ideal for letting children burn off some energy. We enjoyed our stay at the Marlin Court Motel and would recommend it to others.…
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Date of stay: January 2023Trip type: Travelled as a couple
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Stayed for 2 nights. Lovely and bubbly staff. Clean rooms although some pictures on walls would liven up the rooms. good clean cooking facilities and utensils in the rooms. not to far from town. AMAZING pool and use of bbq. We will be back again. To anyone wanting a relaxed,not over priced for area, family accomodation, we recommend Marlin court. THANK YOU for having us.
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Date of stay: January 2022Trip type: Travelled as a couple
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A spacious unit with a comfortable bed and couch, adequate cooking facilities and a nice bathroom with a good shower. Ruth makes this a very homely place to stay, it is clean and well presented. The Wifi is great, its quiet, close to the beach and has a great view from the top rooms. I look forward to staying here again. Definitely value for money, and location location. I highly recommend this motel to anyone needing a place to stay.
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Date of stay: May 2021
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Thankful to have a place to lay our head in the peak of summer holidays. Tidy and clean room, good shower pressure. I suspect previous owners have let the motel fall into neglect judging by previous review comments. Thank you to Ruth for hosting us and allowing us to bring our vehicle in off the road. Very approachable and went out of her way to help us try and find further accomodation in the area when it was decided that we would stay another night but the motel was fully booked out. Wish you well on your new venture. Thank you.
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Date of stay: January 2021Trip type: Travelled on business
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PRICE RANGE
US$92 - US$112 (Based on Average Rates for a Standard Room)
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LOCATION
New ZealandNorth IslandNorthland RegionBay of IslandsPaihia
NUMBER OF ROOMS
12
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Frequently Asked Questions about Marlin Court Motel
Which popular attractions are close to Marlin Court Motel?
Nearby attractions include Paihia Harbour (0.6 km), Pipi Patch Bar (0.2 km), and St Paul's Anglican Church (0.4 km).
What are some of the property amenities at Marlin Court Motel?
Some of the more popular amenities offered include free wifi, a pool, and free parking.
Which room amenities are available at Marlin Court Motel?
Top room amenities include a kitchenette, a flat screen TV, and a refrigerator.
What food & drink options are available at Marlin Court Motel?
Guests can enjoy complimentary tea and free instant coffee during their stay.
What are some restaurants close to Marlin Court Motel?
Conveniently located restaurants include Third Wheel Coffee Co., Terra Restaurant, and Letz Cafe.
Are there opportunities to exercise at Marlin Court Motel?
Yes, guests have access to a pool during their stay.
Is Marlin Court Motel located near the city centre?
Yes, it is 0.7 km away from the centre of Paihia.
Are there any historical sites close to Marlin Court Motel?
Many travellers enjoy visiting Pompallier Mission and Printery (3.4 km), Waitangi Treaty Grounds (2.2 km), and Flagstaff Hill (4.1 km).