31 Bayview Road, 0200 Paihia, New Zealand
#16 of 57 Holiday rentals in Paihia
Guests' ChoiceBased on 87 apartment reviews
9.0Cleanliness
9.4
Comfort
9.5
Location
9.1
Facilities
9.3
Staff
8.8
Value for money
8.9
Free WiFi
6.2
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End of dialog contentReviewed: 16 July 2025
Ali
AustraliaDiscovered there was a better way to drive out of the property.
Great locatiion close to town, lovely views, very comfortable.
Stayed in July 2025
Reviewed: 5 May 2025
Janine
AustraliaProperty was beautifully decorated and had all the facilities that we needed (and more).
Stayed in May 2025
Reviewed: 26 April 2025
Richard
United KingdomThis was a great location for us as we were diving with Paihia Dive. The Apartment was bright and airy with great views. Possibly a little over the top for us. The wine and laundry facilities were a great bonus.
Stayed in April 2025
Reviewed: 23 April 2025
Julian
AustraliaNothing
Awesome
Stayed in April 2025
Reviewed: 14 April 2025
Veness
New ZealandNothing at all
Amazing views & a definite’ Moulin Rouge’ decor… this is a very romantic accommodation. The furnishings were to be awestruck, very clean & comfortable. Also, having Netflix etc was a great bonus, as was the fireplace that was ‘ not real’ but gave off great heat & looked fantastic!
Stayed in April 2025
Reviewed: 30 March 2025
Smilez
New ZealandDriveway was narrow but algud. amazing view in the garden suite
Stayed in March 2025
Reviewed: 29 March 2025
Christopher
AustraliaLocation
Stayed in March 2025
Reviewed: 29 March 2025
Donna
AustraliaYou really couldn’t walk to town eg if going on a cruise as it was quite steep carrying a backpack if you are older .. Even going out to dinner I didn’t want to walk there and back as going back is fairly steep and you’re not wearing walking gear . Apart from that great .
The view and little extra touches in the unit plus the spa bath .
Stayed in March 2025
Reviewed: 7 March 2025
Michael
Australianothing
Fantastic views, luxuriously appointed apartment
Stayed in February 2025
Reviewed: 27 February 2025
Maree
AustraliaParking was really tight
Lovely apartment with a great view from lounge area. We walked to town but a steep hill . Really enjoyed our stay. Quality inclusions
Stayed in February 2025
Reviewed: 10 February 2025
Shannon
AustraliaIt was great however not as private as expected as the host walked directly past my window which I thought was looking into a private area - I was getting ready for a wedding and in my underwear so that was a little bit odd (maybe my fault for thinking it was a private area?)
Really easy key situation with the door, good and friendly communication from hosts, lovely location (but up a very steep hill if you are walking), super comfortable beds and a really good bathroom which the hosts stocked with nice bathroom products. We would have loved to write in the guest book but there were no pens available and we didn’t have one on us either!
Stayed in January 2025
Reviewed: 31 January 2025
Margaret
United KingdomThere was nothing to dislike here.. .
A beautiful apartment..so quiet &, relaxing ..very clean and sharron is an excellent host...
Stayed in January 2025
Reviewed: 17 January 2025
Peter
AustraliaIt was not a problem for us, but the staircase might be steep for someone with mobility issues, and the walk back from the shopping area was also quite steep.
Spotless accommodation and the most comfortable bed of all our stays in NZ. Fabulous view from balcony and luxury bathroom facilities and spacious loungeroom.
Stayed in January 2025
Reviewed: 13 January 2025
L
AustraliaThe only thing I’d recommend is softer feather pillows
Apartment 1 is fabulous! - large, beautiful, well-equipped, amazing view, with lots of extra attention to detail!
Stayed in January 2025
Reviewed: 9 January 2025
Stephen
AustraliaAccess by car is a little difficult. I wouldn’t want to negotiate the car park with a large vehicle. But it’s an easy walk into Paihia
View was the best thing
Stayed in December 2024
Reviewed: 7 January 2025
Uwe
GermanyHighly recommendable place to stay at the bay of islands. Wonderful, very modern appartment.
Stayed in January 2025
Reviewed: 1 December 2024
Elizabeth
AustraliaBedroom was a bit musty
Lovely well appointed apartment. Very clean and comfortable. Nice decor. Lovely balconies with view of water. Well located close to waterfront.
Stayed in December 2024
Reviewed: 10 November 2024
Ann
United KingdomNervous drivers might not like the steep uphill driveway entrance but the view over the Bay of Islands is great because you are up so high. The kitchen area is small and you needed to juggle around when cooking. The oven needs oven gloves otherwise you end up using a hand towel from the bathroom
Great view and a very quiet location. Comfortable bed, very good laundry machines in the cupboard and a lovely large shower
Stayed in November 2024
Reviewed: 26 October 2024
Nancy
United StatesAlthough very close to town, we chose to drive and not walk due to the steep hill the apartment is on and as we are older, the walk back up would be more difficult. Others in the next apartment did walk to town with strollers and did fine. This should not be a deterrent for anyone
Beautiful property in a fantastic location. Views were stunning. It is definitely a luxury accommodation with great amenities. Everything provided in the kitchen and bathroom. We had coffee in am and vine in the evening on the balcony looking at gorgeous bay view.
Stayed in October 2024
Reviewed: 4 October 2024
Kate
New ZealandThe wifi access and TV usability
Stayed in October 2024
Reviewed: 1 April 2024
Mike
New ZealandThis is truly a sanctuary. Tranquil setting with the chirp of the birds the only audible sound. Very relaxing setting
Stayed in March 2024
Reviewed: 7 March 2024
Murray
AustraliaPeaceful surroundings away from the main hub of Paihia. Ideal as a base to do all your sightseeing from. Unit well appointed and secluded from the other apartments
Stayed in March 2024
Reviewed: 3 March 2024
Claire
United KingdomNothing, although another cooking dish or two (for the oven) would have been appreciated.
This is a stylish, luxurious and well equipped apartment. Offering views of the beautiful town of Paihia, it’s the kind of place that you wish you could spend more time in. We didn’t see the owners or any staff while we were there but they communicated well and our arrival and stay here was extremely comfortable. This was the last place we stayed during our tour of NZ and we certainly felt that we finished it in style.
Stayed in March 2024
Reviewed: 31 January 2024
Sally
AustraliaThe view was spectacular.
Stayed in January 2024
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