Bay Sands Seafront Studios

Property class: 3.5

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Take advantage of a garden, a playground, and laundry facilities at Bay Sands Seafront Studios. Guests can connect to free in-room WiFi.

Reviews

8.8 out of 10
Excellent

Popular amenities

  • Parking included
  • Free WiFi
  • Air conditioning
  • Laundry
  • Room service
  • Housekeeping
The current price is NT$3,176
NT$3,653 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 7 - Nov 8

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A hotel room with two beds, a desk, a chair, a TV, and a balcony with a view of the sea.

Studio, Ocean View

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(3 reviews)
  • Ocean view
  • 258 sq ft
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Double Bed and 1 Twin Bed

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A compact kitchen with a microwave, sink, and small refrigerator. There is a dining area with a table and chairs.

Family Apartment

  • Partial ocean view
  • 258 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Double Bed and 2 Twin Beds

View all photos for Studio, 1 Bedroom, Garden View

A hotel room with two beds, a desk, a chair, and a television.

Studio, 1 Bedroom, Garden View

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional
(7 reviews)
  • Garden view
  • 258 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Queen Bed and 1 Twin Bed

View all photos for Studio, Beachfront

A hotel room with two beds, a small table, a TV, and a window with curtains.

Studio, Beachfront

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(2 reviews)
  • Ocean view
  • 258 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Queen Bed and 1 Twin Bed

View all photos for Basic Double Room, 1 Queen Bed, Kitchen, Mountainside

A hotel room with a large bed, a nightstand, a lamp, and a painting on the wall.

Basic Double Room, 1 Queen Bed, Kitchen, Mountainside

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(3 reviews)
  • Garden view
  • 269 sq ft
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Queen Bed
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About the neighborhood

Located in Paihia, Bay Sands Seafront Studios is in the mountains and near the beach. Waitangi Treaty Grounds and Treaty House are local landmarks, and the area's natural beauty can be seen at Bay of Islands and Tapeka Point Historic Reserve. Action World and Bay Of Islands Vintage Railway are also worth visiting. Kayaking, parasailing, and surfing/body boarding offer great chances to get out on the surrounding water, or you can seek out an adventure with hiking/biking trails nearby. Visit our Paihia travel guide
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136 Marsden Road, Paihia, 0200

What's nearby

  • A wooden pier with a sign reading "Kororareka" overlooking a calm harbor with several boats.
    Bay of Islands
    2 min walk - 0.2 km
  • A waterfront pier with buildings and a boat docked.
    Paihia Wharf
    13 min walk - 1.1 km
  • A calm beach with pebbles, a small island, and a boat in the distance.
    Paihia Beach
    15 min walk - 1.3 km
  • A red-roofed building with intricate carvings and a statue on top.
    Waitangi Treaty Grounds
    8 min drive - 3.0 km
  • St Paul’s Church
    16 min walk - 1.4 km

Getting around

  • Kerikeri (KKE-Bay of Islands)
    21 min drive

Restaurants

  • Seaside
    27 min drive
  • Bad Habits
    9 min walk
  • Charlotte's Kitchen
    11 min walk
  • El Cafe
    16 min walk
  • Breeze Cafe
    1 min walk

About this property

Bay Sands Seafront Studios

  • Motel near Bay of Islands
  • You can look forward to a garden, a playground, and laundry facilities at Bay Sands Seafront Studios. Stay connected with free in-room WiFi.
  • You'll also enjoy perks such as:
    • Free self parking
    • Smoke-free premises, luggage storage, and a front-desk safe
    • Barbecue grills and tour/ticket assistance
  • Room features
  • All guestrooms at Bay Sands Seafront Studios have perks such as air conditioning, as well as amenities like free WiFi and room service.
  • Other amenities include:
    • Heating and portable fans
    • Bathrooms with showers and free toiletries
    • 40-inch flat-screen TVs with Netflix, streaming services, and premium channels
    • Kitchenettes, refrigerators, and microwaves

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Frequently asked questions

Is Bay Sands Seafront Studios pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much does it cost to stay at Bay Sands Seafront Studios?

As of 2026/10/23, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Bay Sands Seafront Studios on 2026/11/7 start from NT$3,176, excluding taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

How much is parking?

Self parking is free at this property.

What time is check-in at Bay Sands Seafront Studios?

Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; Check-in end time: 8:00 PM. After-hours check-in is not available.

What time is check-out at Bay Sands Seafront Studios?

Check-out is at 10 AM.

Where is Bay Sands Seafront Studios located?

Offering direct access to the beach, this Paihia motel is within 1 mi (2 km) of Bay of Islands Kayaking and Bay of Islands. Paihia Beach and Paihia Wharf are also within 15 minutes.

Can I cancel my reservation for free and receive a full refund?

Yes, this property offers free cancellation on select room rates, because flexibility matters! Please refer to the property cancellation policy on our site for more details about any exclusions or requirements.

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Reviews

Bay Sands Seafront Studios Reviews

8.8

Excellent

9.0

Cleanliness

9.2

Location

9.2

Staff & service

8.0

Property conditions & facilities
Rating 10 - Excellent. 111 out of 222 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 86 out of 222 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 19 out of 222 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 4 out of 222 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 2 out of 222 reviews

Reviews

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8/10 Good

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Spectacular location more than made up for the slightly dated room!
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2026
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8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Spectacular location, helpful staff, walk to everything you need.
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2024
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8/10 Good

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Very clean and friendly staff.
Stayed 1 night in May 2024
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10/10 Excellent

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Nice place to stay , owner very helpful ,great view of the Bay , rooms are older but have everything you need
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2024
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
A great stay with a welcoming and honest host. Directly opposite the beach it was so convenient and clean - I’d stay again.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2024
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10/10 Excellent

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Great location and the units are very spacious and clean.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2024
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10/10 Excellent

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Stay At Bay Sands.

The staff were amazing, the room was well laid out, and it was a great location for getting around.
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
fantastic location old but comfy and clean
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2024
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10/10 Excellent

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Loved the view of the beach.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2023
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10/10 Excellent

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We found the owner Jimmy very nice to deal with. Great views of the water.
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2024
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10/10 Excellent

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Convenient location, comfortable room, helpful and friendly staff. A good place to stay in Paihia. Walking distance to Waitangi Treaty Grounds and to the city pier with ferries to Russell.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2025
Verified review

8/10 Good

Clean and pleasant room with an awesome view!!! Position was prime and host was friendly and polite.
Stayed 1 night in May 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Really nice motel in a great location in Paihia. Across the road from a lovely beach and a short walk to everything in town. I had a fairly basic double room, but everything clean and tidy. Very comfortable and I will certainly stay again.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2024
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10/10 Excellent

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Wonderful stay and great service & spot in Paihia

Wonderful stay and great quiet spot at Paihia next to the beach and a few mins walk to the town centre. Bed was very comfortable and service was ace with Jimmy dropping off our luggage to the bus stop as our shuttle to Auckland was in th afternoon. Functional laundry room which was convenient with fish and chips, petrol stop and superrettenext door. Thank you Jimmy and hope to be ack again soon!
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2024
Verified review

8/10 Good

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Good location with lovely sea views.

Quick and easy check in for our three night stay. Our room was downstairs with a sea view but we had a lot of road noise as we were the closest to the road. The room was spacious and had everything we needed although will be better once refurbished which I understand is a work in progress. The bathroom is a little small and the fan which comes on when the light is turned on is very noisy. Having said that we were comfortable and the motel is close to a cafe, local store and petrol station with a supermarket a few minutes drive around the corner. It is walkable to the main shops and restaurants.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
We based ourselves here for 6 nights with our UK whanau, their 1sr trip to the winterless North. The owner, Jimmy, was wonderful, very helpful and accomodating, upgraded us to the front rooms where we had a beautiful view of Te Ti Bay. There is so much to see and do around Paihia. we couldnt do it all, however we gave it a good go. Nearby are restaurants, Petrol station, cafe within 2 minutes walking and Woolworths supermarket 10 minutes - Waitangi Meeting Grounds, 20 minutes, Ferry to Russell or boat to the Hole in the Rock 10 minutes, plus a kids playgroung across the road - the Bay Sands Seafront Studios are a perfect launching pad for exploring Paihia and surrounds.
Stayed 6 nights in Aug 2024
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10/10 Excellent

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Excellent!

Excellent. Very convenient. Room was spacious and well-equipped. Staff was very nice. We actually couldn't make it for the first night because of a change in plans so we tried to contact the hotel but couldn't get through. When we arrived the next day, we did not get any funny looks or stares. We just got the same nice, courteous service we would expect. Plus, the location cannot be beat. Right on the beach. You can literally see the ocean from here! And feel that nice sea breeze wafting through the room at all hours of the day. Absolutely phenomenal!
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025
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10/10 Excellent

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great place to stay, our favourite in Paihia
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2022
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10/10 Excellent

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Great location short walk to everything
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2022
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8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Lovely accommodation across the road from the beach and reasonably priced
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2022
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10/10 Excellent

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I liked that this place was quiet, safe and close from the sea.
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10/10 Excellent

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Good basic, high quality kiwi motel. Paihia is a great little town and all you need it close by
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Jimmy was so helpful Tk u Jimmy! Loved our stay!
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2024
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10/10 Excellent

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Stay was great from start to finish.
Stayed 12 nights in Dec 2022
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
A wonderful stay in the studio unit with a Seaview! I Would have loved to stay longer.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025