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Reviews of Sanctuary Palms 5 stars

31 Bayview Road, 0200 Paihia, New Zealand

#16 of 57 Holiday rentals in Paihia

Guests' Choice

Review score

Based on 87 apartment reviews

9.0

Score breakdown

  • Cleanliness

    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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  • Reviewed: 16 July 2025

    9.0
    Scrumptous accommodation, very relaxing.
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • The Moulin Rouge Suite
    • Stayed 2 nights

    Discovered 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

    8.0
    It was nice to arrive at our booking with clear and easy instructions for access and to have a property well presented a
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Suite with Garden View
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    Property was beautifully decorated and had all the facilities that we needed (and more).

    Stayed in May 2025

  • Reviewed: 26 April 2025

    9.0
    Superb
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • The Moulin Rouge Suite
    • Stayed 3 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    This 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

    10
    Loved it
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Suite with Garden View
    • Stayed 3 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    Nothing

    Awesome

    Stayed in April 2025

  • Reviewed: 14 April 2025

    10
    Relaxing & close to town , but in a peaceful area , located high above Pahia town. Overlooking the sea all the way t
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • The Moulin Rouge Suite
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    Nothing 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

    10
    Exceptional
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Suite with Garden View
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    Driveway was narrow but algud. amazing view in the garden suite

    Stayed in March 2025

  • Reviewed: 29 March 2025

    8.0
    Very good
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • The Pacifika Suite
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    Location

    Stayed in March 2025

  • Reviewed: 29 March 2025

    9.0
    Loved the bay . Glad we took a local cruise as it was fabulous .
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Suite with Garden View
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    You 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

    10
    Fabulous apartment with stunning views
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • The Moulin Rouge Suite
    • Stayed 3 nights

    nothing

    Fantastic views, luxuriously appointed apartment

    Stayed in February 2025

  • Reviewed: 27 February 2025

    9.0
    Quality apartment. Excellent facilities.
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Suite with Garden View
    • Stayed 3 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    Parking 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

    9.0
    Overall great
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Suite with Garden View
    • Stayed 3 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    It 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

    10
    Exceptional
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Suite with Garden View
    • Stayed 3 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    There 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

    9.0
    Luxury & Views in Paihia.
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • The Pacifika Suite
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    It 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

    10
    The front apartment is an absolute delight - in a fabulous location, with incredible view
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • The Moulin Rouge Suite
    • Stayed 3 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    The 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

    8.0
    Relaxing
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Suite with Garden View
    • Stayed 4 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    Access 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

    10
    Exceptional
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • The Pacifika Suite
    • Stayed 2 nights

    Highly recommendable place to stay at the bay of islands. Wonderful, very modern appartment.

    Stayed in January 2025

  • Reviewed: 1 December 2024

    9.0
    Great apartment- perfectly located to explore the area
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • The Pacifika Suite
    • Stayed 3 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    Bedroom 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

    9.0
    Great view and peaceful
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Suite with Garden View
    • Stayed 3 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    Nervous 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

    10
    Wonderful accommodations in a lovely town. Would highly recommend and if ever return to the north of New Zealand , this
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • The Moulin Rouge Suite
    • Stayed 4 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    Although 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

    8.0
    Fantastic host support (transported from airport and provided with outstanding accommodation
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Suite with Garden View
    • Stayed 4 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    The wifi access and TV usability

    Stayed in October 2024

  • Reviewed: 1 April 2024

    9.0
    I will go back again!
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • The Pacifika Suite
    • Stayed 2 nights

    This 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

    10
    Peaceful seclusion above Paihia
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • The Pacifika Suite
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    Peaceful 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

    10
    A beautiful, stylish apartment in a beautiful area.
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • The Pacifika Suite
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    Nothing, 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

    9.0
    Relaxing and picturesque.
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • The Moulin Rouge Suite
    • Stayed 2 nights

    The view was spectacular.

    Stayed in January 2024

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