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    Scenic Hotel Bay of Islands

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    58 Seaview Road | Paihia, Paihia 0200, New Zealand
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    4.0 670 reviews
    • Excellent41%
    • Very good43%
    • Average13%
    • Poor2%
    • Terrible1%
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    58 Seaview Road Paihia, Paihia 0200 New Zealand See on map
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    Free Wifi
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    Breakfast Buffet
    Air Conditioning
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    Non-Smoking Hotel
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    4 Star accommodation
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    All reviews two queen beds buffet breakfast motel style superior room lovely hotel ceiling fan new zealand hotel restaurant good size centre of town lovely room air conditioning swimming pool large bathroom an upgrade sea front would stay again
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    Reviewed 5 days ago via mobile
    4 nights in Paihia

    12 colleagues stayed here for work. Rooms modern, well appointed, and quiet. Only issue some had was long waits for evening meals. Otherwise no real issues. Handy to central Paihia. Walking distance. Staff friendly.

    Thank JBNZ1969
    Reviewed 3 weeks ago
    Quiet Location lovely gardens and surrounds

    The hotel is in a wonderful peaceful spot with native birds singing in the mornings. Lovely and quiet for a restful stay. Can't fault the location and cleanliness of the hotel at all. Well done. Unfortunately we had booked a deluxe room and I wasn't...More

    Thank Katrina P
    Reviewed 4 weeks ago
    It's the Little Things ...

    The Bay of Islands Scenic Hotel is quiet, clean and comfortable, but the little things give it something extra, and make it a fine choice for accommodation in this charming area. Things like the excellent toiletries, the large and fluffy towels, the floor level entrance...More

    Thank MichaeltheWriter
    Response from RamonJ318, Hotel Manager at Scenic Hotel Bay of IslandsResponded 4 weeks ago

    Good afternoon MichaeltheWriter, Thank you very much for your kind review and online rating! We certainly do everything we can think of to set us apart from our competitors. We are very lucky and believe also that the small touches make a difference. We do...More

    Reviewed 13 August 2018
    Great value

    We have just spent 4 nights there for the Jazz Festival and was very impressed with everything about the hotel. The staff were all very helpful, the rooms clean and nice and very good value for money.

    Thank daharpers
    Response from Ramon J, Hotel Manager at Scenic Hotel Bay of IslandsResponded 14 August 2018

    Good afternoon daharpers, Thank you very much for your 5/5 rating and review via www.tripadvisor.com, We appreciate the feedback and it is pleasing to read your comments. See you next festival! Kind regards, Ramon James - Hotel Manager

    Reviewed 27 July 2018 via mobile
    A great place to stay

    Loved staying here, large well appointed rooms with decent coffee machine, sky sports and movie channel. Plenty of lounging space. Sadly I came in winter so could not use the pool. I also had breakfast which was good (sadly no baked beans on offer), the...More

    Thank Pete Y
    Response from Ramon J, Hotel Manager at Scenic Hotel Bay of IslandsResponded 30 July 2018

    Good afternoon Pete Y, Thank you very much for the 5/5 and review via www.tripadvisor.com for Scenic Hotel Bay of Islands, Paihia. Great to see you loved our property and what we have to offer, hope to see you again very soon! Kind regards, Ramon...More

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    Scenic Hotel Bay of Islands has a sub-tropical resort ambiance, with island-influenced architecture, beautifully landscaped grounds and light airy rooms. Situated at the entrance to the seaside town of …More Paihia, it’s a pleasant stroll into town to access the main wharf, visitor activities, fine dining and shopping. Whether you are here for business or pleasure, the relaxed atmosphere of Scenic Hotel Bay of Islands will melt away your stresses in moments. The entire property has been extensively refurbished and expanded, and the attention to detail will impress you. As our guest you will enjoy: A choice of accommodation styles including standard, superior and deluxe rooms. Beautifully presented guest rooms, with earthy tones, splashes of colour, and quality room amenities. Excellent hotel facilities, including swimming pool, ample parking, wireless Internet and comprehensive conference facilities. Quality, relaxed dining and socialising in our licensed restaurant, and lounge bar. Easy walking access to Paihia’s main wharf, shops and local attractions. Our lush sub-tropical gardens, with water features and feature lighting, are attractive and relaxing by day and night. Less
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    HOTEL FEATURES
    Restaurant
    Free Parking
    Pool
    Room Service
    Bar/Lounge
    Free High Speed Internet (WiFi)
    Air Conditioning
    Banquet Room
    Business Centre with Internet Access
    Concierge
    Conference Facilities
    Dry Cleaning
    Laundry Service
    Meeting Rooms
    Multilingual Staff
    Non-Smoking Hotel
    Outdoor pool
    Self-Serve Laundry
    Wheelchair Access
    Beachfront
    Spa
    Breakfast included
    Fitness Centre with Gym / Workout Room
    Awards & Recognition
    Certificate of Excellence
    Certificate of Excellence
    Hotel Style
    Business
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    Luxury
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    Family
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    Romantic
    Room types
    Non-Smoking Rooms, Family Rooms
    Hotel class
    Awards & Recognition
    Certificate of Excellence
    Certificate of Excellence
    Hotel Style
    Business
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    Luxury
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    Family
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    Romantic
    Room types
    Non-Smoking Rooms, Family Rooms
    Number of rooms
    114
    Price range
    US$78 - US$202 (Based on Average Rates for a Standard Room)
    Also Known As
    Scenic Hotel Paihia
    Location
    New Zealand > North Island > Northland Region > Bay of Islands > Paihia
    Hotel class
    Awards & Recognition
    Certificate of Excellence
    Certificate of Excellence
    Hotel Style
    Business
    ,
    Luxury
    ,
    Family
    ,
    Romantic
    Room types
    Non-Smoking Rooms, Family Rooms
    Number of rooms
    114
    Price range
    US$78 - US$202 (Based on Average Rates for a Standard Room)
    Also Known As
    Scenic Hotel Paihia
    Location
    New Zealand > North Island > Northland Region > Bay of Islands > Paihia
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    PennyW
    12 December 2017|
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    Response from Charles A | Reviewed this property |
    Sorry you will have to ask the resort about hairdryers -I cant remember
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    Mickeysbabe
    17 December 2016|
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    Response from rossbboi | Property representative |
    No. We run and A La Carte menu as well as a buffet on certain nights.
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    17 December 2016|
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    Response from Tony C | Reviewed this property |
    Sorry I go not know however the hotel is very traditional so I would expect so. If not the hotel is very near the centre of Paihia where there are a number of restaurants where I would expect one would provide a roast... More
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    "Large complex, rear rooms are the quietest. But if you dont want to walk far then ask to be near..."
    732katrinap
    3 weeks ago
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    "I always prefer ground floor."
    PaulineR865
    15 Apr 2018
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    "Get and upper floor room overlooking the botanic courtyard and backing on to the woods."
    UK2Travellers
    4 Apr 2018
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    "All rooms seem to be quiet, hotel very close to the main shopping area and harbour. Very little noise from..."
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    29 Mar 2018
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