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Standard Apartment, 1 Bedroom
32 square metres
1 Queen Bed and 2 Twin Beds
Room sleeps 4 guests
(up to 3 children)
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Other room types
Standard Apartment, 1 Bedroom
32 square metres
1 King Bed and 2 Twin Beds
Room sleeps 4 guests
(up to 3 children)
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Blue Dolphin Block Superior Apartment, 2 Bedrooms
46 square metres
2 Queen Beds
Room sleeps 4 guests
(up to 3 children)
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Family Apartment, 2 Bedrooms
52 square metres
2 Queen Beds and 3 Twin Beds
Room sleeps 7 guests
(up to 6 children)
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Standard Apartment, 2 Bedrooms
38 square metres
1 Queen Bed and 2 Twin Beds
Room sleeps 4 guests
(up to 3 children)
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Studio (King)
24 square metres
1 King Bed
Room sleeps 2 guests
(up to 1 child)
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Studio (Queen)
21 square metres
1 Queen Bed
Room sleeps 2 guests
(up to 1 child)
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Blue Dolphin Block Superior Studio, 1 King Bed
28 square metres
1 King Bed
Room sleeps 2 guests
(up to 1 child)
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Studio Suite, Multiple Beds
38 square metres
1 King Bed and 1 Twin Bed
Room sleeps 2 guests
(up to 1 child)
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Blue Dolphin Block Superior Studio, 2 Queen Beds
32 square metres
2 Queen Beds
Room sleeps 4 guests
(up to 2 children)
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Blue Dolphin Block Superior Studio, 1 King Bed, Accessible
28 square metres
1 King Bed
Room sleeps 2 guests
(up to 1 child)
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Get an overview of this hotel
Upscale motel, walk to Bay of Islands

Popular property highlights

Free self parking
Free WiFi
Laundry facilities
Smoke-free property

When you stay at Dolphin Motel in Paihia, you'll be near the beach, within a 10-minute walk of Bay of Islands and Paihia Wharf. This upscale motel is 0.5 mi (0.8 km) from Paihia Beach and 0.5 mi (0.8 km) from Te Ti Bay.

Make yourself at home in one of the 33 individually decorated guestrooms, featuring microwaves and LCD televisions. Complimentary wireless internet access keeps you connected, and satellite programming is available for your entertainment. Private bathrooms with showers feature complimentary toiletries and hair dryers. Conveniences include coffee/tea makers and blackout drapes/curtains, and housekeeping is provided once per stay.

Take in the views from a garden and make use of amenities such as complimentary wireless internet access and tour/ticket assistance. Additional features at this motel include a picnic area and barbecue grills.

Featured amenities include luggage storage and laundry facilities. A roundtrip airport shuttle is provided for a surcharge (available on request), and free self parking is available onsite.

Languages spoken

  • English

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Hotel Amenities

Hotel Amenities

  • Total number of rooms - 33
  • Number of floors - 2
  • Number of buildings/towers - 2
  • Airport transport (surcharge)
  • Barbecue grill(s)
  • Laundry facilities
  • Garden
  • Picnic area
  • Front desk (limited hours)
  • Smoke-free property
  • Tours/ticket assistance
  • Free WiFi
  • Free self parking
  • Luggage storage
  • Off-street parking

Family Friendly Amenities

  • Family property
  • Free WiFi
  • Laundry facilities
  • Microwave

Internet

Available in all rooms: Free WiFi

Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Languages spoken

  • English
  • Chinese (Mandarin)

Parking

Free self parking

Room Amenities

Dolphin Motel offers 33 accommodations with coffee/tea makers and hair dryers. Each accommodation is individually furnished and decorated. 32-inch LCD televisions come with satellite channels. Bathrooms include showers and complimentary toiletries. Guests can surf the web using the complimentary wireless Internet access. Housekeeping is offered once per stay and irons/ironing boards can be requested. Housekeeping is provided on a limited basis.

  • Television
  • Wheelchair accessible
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Private bathroom
  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Iron/ironing board (on request)
  • Microwave
  • Cookware, dishware and utensils
  • Blackout drapes/curtains
  • Shower only
  • Satellite TV service
  • Free WiFi
  • Individually furnished
  • Individually decorated
  • LCD TV
  • TV size 32
  • TV size (measurement) inch
  • Housekeeping - once per stay
  • Limited housekeeping
  • Towels provided
  • Linens provided
  • Toaster
  • Number of bathrooms: 1
  • Local maps
  • Window screens
  • Guidebooks or recommendations
  • Restaurant dining guide
  • Mini-fridge
  • Raised toilet seat
  • Low-height counters/sink
  • Grab bar – Near toilet
  • Change of towels: Every number of days 2
  • Change of bed sheets: Every number of days 5

Accessibility

If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.

Hotel Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 3:00 PM

Minimum check-in age is: 21

Check-in time ends at 6:00 PM

Check-out

Check-out time is 10 AM

Payment types

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Kids stay free! Up to 2 children 3 years old and younger stay free when using existing bedding.
  • Rollaway/extra beds are not available.

Pet Policy

  • Pets not allowed (service animals welcome)

You need to know

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. Minimum Spring Break check-in age is 23 years old. The name on the credit card used at check-in to pay for incidentals must be the primary name on the guestroom reservation. This property accepts Visa, Mastercard, debit cards, and cash. Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited. Noise-free guestrooms cannot be guaranteed. For guests' safety, the property includes a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, and outdoor lighting in each accommodation. Cashless payment methods are available for all transactions.

No rollaway/extra beds available

No lifts

Children stay free

Noise-free rooms not guaranteed

Service animals are allowed

Service animals are exempt from fees/restrictions

Number of children who can stay for free – 2

Front desk opens daily at 8 AM

Front desk closes daily at 6:00 PM

Debit cards

Events/parties not allowed

Staffed front desk

Smoke detector

Children stay free - maximum age 3

Property is cleaned with disinfectant

Staff do not wear personal protective equipment

Protective clothing is not available for guests

No shield between guests and staff in main contact areas

Guests are provided with free hand sanitiser

Social distancing measures are in place

Contactless check-in is available

Property confirms they are implementing enhanced cleaning measures

Individually wrapped food options are available

Individually wrapped food options are available through room service

Staff temperature checks are conducted regularly

Bed sheets and towels are washed at a temperature of at least 60°C/140°F

Commonly touched surfaces are cleaned with disinfectant

Property confirms they are implementing guest safety measures

Guest accommodation is not sealed after cleaning

Electrostatic spray is not used for disinfection

Cashless transactions are available

Masks are not compulsory at the property

Contactless food service / room service is not available

Reservation is not required for facilities on site

Mobile key entry is not available

Food service not has not been amended for enhanced safety

Property follows sanitisation practices of COVID-19 Guidelines (WHO)

Property does not offer on-site COVID-19 testing

Property does not require health documentation at check-in

Fees

Optional extras

  • Airport shuttle fee: NZD 45 per room (one-way)
  • Airport shuttle fee per child: NZD 25 (one-way), (from 2 to 12 years old)

The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may not include tax and are subject to change.

Hotel Names

  • Dolphin Motel Paihia
  • Dolphin Paihia
  • Dolphin Motel Motel
  • Dolphin Motel Paihia
  • Dolphin Motel Motel Paihia

We should mention

Up to 2 children 3 years old and younger stay free when occupying the parent or guardian's room, using existing bedding.

Only registered guests are allowed in the guestrooms.

Alcohol is not served at this property.

Cashless payment methods are available for all transactions.

Contactless check-in is available.

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