16 Williams Road, 0200 Paihia, New Zealand
#26 of 35 hotels in Paihia
Guests' ChoiceBased on 234 hotel reviews
7.8Cleanliness
8.1
Comfort
8.2
Location
9.4
Facilities
7.8
Staff
8.5
Value for money
8.4
Free WiFi
8.3
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End of dialog contentReviewed: 20 July 2025
Amelia
New ZealandSome light fixtures didn't work so lighting was a bit hard to get right at night.
Family of 6 fit comfortably. Has everything you need Very close to township Quiet at night Very nice host, Jim.
Stayed in July 2025
Reviewed: 16 July 2025
Poh
New ZealandNone
Well stock up with kitchen facilities, spacious for the price
Stayed in July 2025
Reviewed: 19 June 2025
Charis
New Zealandcontactless check in, comfy beds and good facilities, hairdryer, toaster, stove top. very central and no fuss accomodation
Stayed in June 2025
Reviewed: 4 June 2025
Ramsey-turner
New ZealandWhile the motel is an older style, our one bedroom apartment was clean and comfortable and had everything we needed for our stay. The hosts were great, very friendly and helpful. The motel is in a great location being only a short walk to the centre of Paihia, the waterfront and all the restaurants and amenities.
Stayed in May 2025
Reviewed: 7 May 2025
Ng
MalaysiaSome insects / need ventilation in the toilet.
Superb location and friendly host.
Stayed in May 2025
Reviewed: 1 May 2025
Pete
New ZealandGreat place to stay.
Stayed in April 2025
Reviewed: 23 April 2025
Raeesah
New ZealandNot applicable
Location
Stayed in April 2025
Reviewed: 23 April 2025
Maury
New ZealandWIFI didn't work on all our devices, but some worked fine. All parking is parallel (but close to the room). The office is managed remotely, so you can't just walk into it - but they answer calls promptly, generally.
Having 2 separate bedrooms is rare, and nice to have, and with fans (no AC). There was a fifth, single bed in the living space, along with a small sofa, table and 4 chairs. The kitchenette was pretty nice, well-furnished, too. We didn't use it too much, but it had a generous supply of dishes, food prep ware, utensils, etc. Even salt/pepper & oil! Fridge good. Bathroom was decent sized, with large bottles of amenities available. Service was kind and helpful. Older building, but all was working.
Stayed in April 2025
Reviewed: 17 April 2025
Shand
New ZealandFine
Good value for the price
Stayed in April 2025
Reviewed: 3 April 2025
Rhonda
AustraliaHad an overnight stay after a long wet motorbike ride. Unit had everything we needed for a good nights sleep, able to cook our meal. Close to town and the local supermarket. Everything was clean and tidy. Thee was a bbq to use, but it was too wet for us.
Stayed in April 2025
Reviewed: 31 March 2025
Ian
New ZealandA great location for our short stay. Very handy to ferry and restaurants.
Stayed in March 2025
Reviewed: 27 March 2025
Olga
New ZealandThe property was as described and as expected. A bit dated, but clean and has everything we needed.
Stayed in January 2025
Reviewed: 16 March 2025
Leisa
AustraliaInstructions were good after we read them - couldn’t find the light switch until after we read them !
The location was great we could easily walk to the ferry terminal to go to Russell and shops, cafes etc. Beds were very comfortable and room was basic but clean. We spent most of our time in Paihia sightseeing so we really just needed a comfortable place to sleep after long days. Jim the owner gave us our key early so we could head off for the day on the morning we arrived so we would be able to just come back to our room later that night.
Stayed in March 2025
Reviewed: 14 March 2025
Janine
AustraliaThis was a great location. We were warmly welcomed, the room was very clean and the bed was comfortable. Everything we could need was provided. We really enjoyed our stay in this homely motel.
Stayed in March 2025
Reviewed: 11 March 2025
Carolyn
AustraliaThe step up and down to shower. I was worried I would slip/fall as I stepped out. Would have loved a hand rail to hold.
Great location. Easy walk to wharf, shops and restaurants. Thank you for the early check in. Family run. Yes it’s older but comfortable. Good area to prepare own food.
Stayed in January 2025
Reviewed: 9 March 2025
John
AustraliaOutdoor area could do with some attention
Clean and tidy room
Stayed in March 2025
Reviewed: 9 March 2025
Graeme
United KingdomThe location was excellent, very central. We had the small studio, which is very compact (as stated on the website) but there was good use of the space, and it had everything we needed. The bed was very comfy. It was a treat to have a small cafetiere with ground coffee provided too.
Stayed in March 2025
Reviewed: 5 March 2025
Anna
New ZealandGreat location, basic unit but has everything you need
Stayed in March 2025
Reviewed: 2 March 2025
Donna
New ZealandNo hot water! Took ages for hot water to cone through, and wasted water while waiting, in end I gave up and had cold shower!
Nice room,
Stayed in March 2025
Reviewed: 1 March 2025
David
United KingdomOutside a bit untidy. Reception needs an update to make a good first impression.
Good location so easy to walk into the main town and the sea. Shops including grocery shop nearby. Room small but comfortable but had everything we needed. Very well equipped. Good bed. Room ready so no need to check in.firva short stay
Stayed in February 2025
Reviewed: 20 February 2025
Janelle
New ZealandThere was a random noise in the night - not sure if it was a rodent in the wall ?
Nice short walk to main street and places to eat.
Stayed in February 2025
Reviewed: 18 February 2025
Phoebe
New ZealandRoom 7 - Was roomy and comfortable easily accommodating 4 adults. Also had an extra carpark which was handy.
Stayed in February 2025
Reviewed: 13 February 2025
Shiraz
New ZealandLocation was central, hosts were very friendly and prompt in service. Everything was as expected. We had no complaints at all.
Stayed in February 2025
Reviewed: 6 February 2025
Ivan
AustraliaGreat location. Last minute minor miracle we found the place Very grateful
Stayed in February 2025
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