About this property

Modern Comforts: The Swiss Chalet Holiday Apartment 5 in Paihia offers free WiFi, air-conditioning, and a balcony with garden views. The apartment includes a fully equipped kitchen, washing machine, and free toiletries. Convenient Location: Located less than 1 km from Te Ti Bay Beach and a 4-minute walk to Paihia Harbour. Bay of Islands Airport is 22 km away. Nearby attractions include Waitangi Treaty Grounds (2 km) and Haruru Falls (6 km). Guest Satisfaction: Highly rated for its convenient location, room cleanliness, and bed comfort. Reception staff speak English.

Couples particularly like the location — they rated it 9.5 for a two-person trip.

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Property highlights

    • Situated in the best rated area in Paihia, this property has an excellent location score of 9.6

    • Free private parking available on-site


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1 large double bed
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Guests who stayed here loved

  • Russell
    Australia Australia
    Close to everything. Everything was in walking distance, also a great bed to sleep in and so clean & quite.
  • Narelle
    Australia Australia
    Great location. Lovely apartment, modern, well kept and very clean.
  • Lyn
    Australia Australia
    Central location, easy walk to shops and mariner re cruises/kayaks. I left items behind, owners let me know and couriered them ahead for me. Very thankful! Chalet has everything you need.
  • Jane
    United Kingdom United Kingdom
    Great studio just off main road in Paihia. Had everything you need - comfy bed , clean. Washing machine a big advantage as been travelling around. Loved Paihia & Bay of Islands. Particularly enjoyed sitting in the armchairs on Zane Greys deck!
  • Ian
    Australia Australia
    Immaculately clean. Nothing to fault. Great location. Highly recommended.
  • Cathie
    Australia Australia
    Loved the space, clean and close to everything. Comfortable bed, nice chocolate and coffee was ok.
  • Minor
    New Zealand New Zealand
    The location for Waitangi Day was much appreciated. Easy check in, great communication. The room was well stocked with kitchen utensils. The bed was the most comfortable bed we have ever slept in away from home.
  • Claudia
    Germany Germany
    Alles ok, hätte für den Preis allerdings vielleicht etwas mehr Komfort erwartet!
  • Grupe
    United States United States
    Convenient to everything. Coveredprking was great.
  • Isabel
    United States United States
    It was great, location was great, really close to the maritime building and restaurants.

Quality rating

Booking.com rated the quality of this property as 4 out of 5 based on factors such as facilities, size, location and services provided.

Managed by The Swiss Chalet Holiday Apartments

Company review score: 8.7Based on 91 reviews from 7 properties
7 managed properties

Company information

The Swiss Chalet is located 30 metres from the waterfront in the heart of Paihia, Bay of Islands and just a short walk to everything! Originally built by a Swiss & Austrian couple, we provide eight self contained guest apartments, each with private balcony, air conditioning, free Wi-Fi, queen bed with quality linen, smart TV, bathroom, kitchen, washing machine, contemporary furnishings & free undercover parking. We look forward to hosting you!

Property information

Located just 30 metres from Paihia's waterfront in the heart of the Bay of Islands, relax at this fully self-contained beach apartment set in a true replica Swiss Chalet Lodge with its own balcony & outdoor dining. With free Wifi, air conditioning, undercover parking, contemporary decor & quality linen, this unique property provides all you need to enjoy the best of the Bay of Islands. Located in the centre of Paihia, The Swiss Chalet Holiday Apartments is a short walk to the Paihia Wharf along the waterfront where you can arrange dolphin cruises, the ferry to historic Russell & The Hole in the Rock. It's just a short level walk to all the shops, restaurants, cafes & supermarket. You'll be staying in a prime position to take advantage of everything the Bay of Islands has to offer. Take an early morning swim at the beach or stroll along the picturesque harbour & enjoy the beautiful sunrise sparkling on the ocean. The beautifully furnished bedroom area comprises a quality and comfortable queen-size bed with quality linen, a plush velvet headboard & marble top bedsides. The kitchenette is fully equipped with cooking facilities and a front loader washing machine. The open plan living area features a comfortable lounge suite with velvet feather cushions and a dining table with padded scandi chairs. The apartment has a 43" 4K Ultra HD Smart TV to stream a movie with unlimited Free WiFi at the end of a long day of exploration. Fluffy white bath towels are provided along with extras to last your stay. The shower is a step in style with shub bathtub below. There’s a cafe style table and chairs on your own private balcony where you can sip your cocktails at sunset and listen to native birdsong in the morning. Undercover access to the apartment is provided from the well lit garage via an illuminated staircase and covered terrace to stay out of the rain.

Neighbourhood information

The Bay of Islands is paradise for those who love water activities, culture and beaches. It's a small and stunning district of New Zealand’s Northland region. It’s as dreamy as its name suggests; untouched beaches, pristine islands, waterfalls, forests, dolphins & marine life. In the heart of the Bay of Islands, the main hub of Paihia is where you can find most of the water-based activities of the area. It is a coastal village with a relaxed holiday feel & visited by numerous international cruise ships, tourists and holiday makers all year round. Some of the local activities to enjoy include: Cruise to the Hole in the Rock, Sailing, A Dolphin Watching cruise, Explore Urupukapuka Island, a bird sanctuary with walking trails, historical Maori sites and café. Go Skydiving, Scuba Diving or Snorkelling & Parasail Over the Bay of Islands. Go Sea, River or Night Kayaking, Go on a charter fishing tour & catch giant Kingfish or Snapper. Visit Historic Russell, the museum & Pompallier House. Enjoy home made wood fire pizza & giant kumara wedges at Hone's garden & a sorbet at the seaside. Visit Waitangi Treaty Grounds and experience live cultural performances. Ride at the Waitangi Mountain Bike Park or the Twin Coast Trail. Fly Over the Islands in a Helicopter, Do a Wine Tour or go on a Dinner Cruise. Visit Rainbow Falls & Haruru Falls.

Language spoken

English

Property surroundings

House rules

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Check-in
From 15:00 to 22:00
You'll need to let the property know in advance what time you'll arrive.
Check-out
From 06:00 to 10:00
Cancellation/ prepayment
Cancellation and prepayment policies vary according to accommodation type. Please enter the dates of your stay and check the conditions of your required option.
Children and beds

Child policies

Children are not allowed.

Cot and extra bed policies

Cots and extra beds are not available at this property.

Age restriction
The minimum age for check-in is 18
Smoking
Smoking is not allowed.
Parties
Parties/events are not allowed
Quiet hours
Guests must be quiet between 22:00 and 08:00.
Pets
Pets are not allowed.

The fine print

Need-to-know information for guests at this property

This property will not accommodate hen, stag or similar parties.

Quiet hours are between 22:00:00 and 08:00:00.

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