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Bay Sands Seafront Studios

3.5 star property
Beachfront motel for sun and fun

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40-inch flat-screen TV with satellite channels, TV, Netflix
Street view
Reception
On the beach

Reviews

8.8 out of 10
Excellent

Popular amenities

  • Room service
  • Air conditioning
  • Housekeeping
  • Kitchen
  • Laundry
  • Parking included
The current price is NZ$175
includes taxes & fees
6 Nov - 7 Nov

Explore the area

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136 Marsden Road, Paihia, 0200
  • Place, Paihia Wharf
    ‪10 min walk‬
  • Place, Paihia Beach
    ‪11 min walk‬
  • Place, Waitangi Treaty Grounds
    ‪3 min drive‬
  • Airport, Kerikeri (KKE-Bay of Islands)
    ‪22 min drive‬

Room options

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Iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets

Studio, Ocean View

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(3 reviews)

Highlights

Balcony
Air conditioning
Kitchenette
Fridge
Flat-screen TV
Portable fan
Private bathroom
Microwave
  • 24 sq m
  • Ocean view
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Double Bed and 1 Twin Bed

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Family Apartment | Living area

Family Apartment

Highlights

Balcony
Air conditioning
Kitchenette
Fridge
Flat-screen TV
Portable fan
Private bathroom
Hairdryer
  • 24 sq m
  • Partial ocean view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Double Bed and 2 Twin Beds

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Iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets

Studio, 1 Bedroom, Garden View

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional
(7 reviews)

Highlights

Balcony
Air conditioning
Kitchenette
Fridge
Flat-screen TV
Portable fan
Private bathroom
Microwave
  • 24 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Queen Bed and 1 Twin Bed

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Studio, Beachfront

Studio, Beachfront

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(2 reviews)

Highlights

Patio
Air conditioning
Kitchenette
Fridge
Flat-screen TV
Portable fan
Private bathroom
Microwave
  • 24 sq m
  • Ocean view
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Queen Bed and 1 Twin Bed

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Basic Double Room, 1 Queen Bed, Kitchen, Mountainside

Basic Double Room, 1 Queen Bed, Kitchen, Mountainside

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(3 reviews)

Highlights

Balcony
Air conditioning
Kitchen
Fridge
Flat-screen TV
Portable fan
Private bathroom
Microwave
  • 25 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Queen Bed

About the area

Paihia

At Bay Sands Seafront Studios you'll be within steps of Bay of Islands and Te Ti Bay. Highlights at this beachfront motel include free self-parking, and in-room kitchenettes and free WiFi. .This beach motel offers free WiFi in public areas, a garden and barbecues. Other amenities include laundry facilities, a picnic area and tour/ticket assistance. .Places within a 15-minute walk of this 3.5-property class Paihia motel include Paihia Wharf and Paihia Beach.
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What's nearby

  • Paihia Wharf - 10 min walk - 0.9 km
  • Paihia Beach - 11 min walk - 1.0 km
  • Waitangi Treaty Grounds - 3 min drive - 2.2 km
  • Haruru Falls - 5 min drive - 5.1 km
  • Russell Beach - 27 min drive - 15.7 km

Getting around

  • Kerikeri (KKE-Bay of Islands) - 17 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪El Cafe - ‬15 min walk
  • ‪Paihia Sports Bar - ‬9 min walk
  • ‪Bad Habits - ‬9 min walk
  • ‪CBK Craft Bar & Kitchen - ‬11 min walk
  • ‪Ti Bay Takeaways - ‬1 min walk

About this property

Bay Sands Seafront Studios

Beachfront motel for sun and fun
Bay Sands Seafront Studios offers its guests barbecue grills, tour/ticket assistance, and a garden. Public spaces have free WiFi. Bay Sands Seafront Studios also features a picnic area, laundry facilities, and a front desk safe. Free self parking is available.

This 3.5-star Paihia motel is smoke free.

  • 1 building
  • 10 guestrooms or units
  • 2 levels
  • Self-service laundry
  • Front desk (limited hours)
  • Storage area for luggage
  • Front desk safe
  • Tour and ticket information
  • Garden
  • BBQ grill(s)
  • Outdoor picnic space
  • No smoking on site
Bay Sands Seafront Studios offers 10 air-conditioned accommodations, which are accessible via exterior corridors, and features coffee/tea makers and an iron/ironing board. Accommodation at this 3.5-star motel has kitchenettes with fridges, stovetops and microwaves. Bathrooms include a shower and complimentary toiletries.

This Paihia motel provides complimentary wireless Internet access. 40-inch flat-screen televisions come with premium satellite channels, pay-per-view films and Netflix. Housekeeping is offered on a daily basis and hairdryers can be requested.

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Free self parking on site

Things to do

  • Playground

Family friendly

  • In-room kitchenette
  • In-room microwave
  • In-room refrigerator
  • Laundry facilities
  • Playground

Conveniences

  • Laundry facilities
  • Limited-hour front desk
  • Luggage storage
  • Safe at front desk

Guest services

  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Tour and ticket assistance

Outdoors

  • Barbecue grill
  • Garden
  • In the mountains
  • On the bay
  • On the beach
  • Picnic area

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Upper floors accessible by stairs only

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  • 1 building
  • 2 floors
  • Smoke-free property
  • Traditional architecture

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer (on request)
  • Private bathroom
  • Shower
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • 40-inch flat-screen TV with premium satellite channels
  • Netflix
  • Pay films
  • Streaming services

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Hob
  • Kitchenette
  • Microwave
  • Refrigerator
  • Room service

More

  • Access via exterior corridors
  • Air conditioning
  • Heating (climate-controlled)
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Portable fan

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; check-in end time: 8:00 PM
Minimum check-in age - 18

Check-out

Check-out before 10 AM

Special check-in instructions

The front desk is open daily from 8:00 AM - 8:00 PM
Front desk staffed during limited hours
This property doesn't offer after-hours check-in

Access methods

Front desk (limited hours)

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Rollaway/extra beds are available for NZD 35 per night.
  • Cots (infant beds) are available for NZD 10 per stay.

Payment types

Important information

Optional extras

The fees and deposits listed below will be charged at the time of service, check-in, or check-out.

  • Crib (infant bed) fee: NZD 10 per stay
  • Rollaway bed fee: NZD 35 per night

This may not be a comprehensive list. Fees and deposits are subject to change and might not include tax.

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
This property accepts credit cards
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector and a security system
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios and terraces, which may not be suitable for children; if you have any concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm that they can accommodate you in a suitable room
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A cash deposit, credit card or debit card for incidental charges and government-issued photo identification may be required upon check-in.
Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in. Special requests can't be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.
    This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business or profession. This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios and terraces, which may not be suitable for children. If you have any concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm that they can accommodate you in a suitable room. This property accepts Visa, Mastercard and American Express. For guests' safety, the property includes a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector and a security system in all accommodation.

National rating

For the benefit of our customers, we have provided a rating based on our ratings system.

Property is also known as

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Frequently asked questions

What is the cancellation policy at Bay Sands Seafront Studios?

Bay Sands Seafront Studios offers free cancellation on select room rates. Check out the cancellation policy for more info.

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

As of 29 Oct 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Bay Sands Seafront Studios on 6 Nov 2025 start from NZ$174.78, including 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.

Is parking available at Bay Sands Seafront Studios?

Yep, Bay Sands Seafront Studios has a free self car park.

Are there any beaches close to Bay Sands Seafront Studios?

Yep, Bay Sands Seafront Studios is a short 11-minute walk from Paihia Beach. Fun beach activities include body boarding, parasailing and kayaking.

Is there a free airport shuttle available at Bay Sands Seafront Studios?

No, Bay Sands Seafront Studios does not offer an airport shuttle service.

What time are check-in & check-out at Bay Sands Seafront Studios?

Check-in begins at 2:00 PM. Check-out time is 10 AM.

Are pets allowed at Bay Sands Seafront Studios?

No, pets are not allowed.