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The Sanctuary @ Bay of Islands

5.0 star property
Luxury hotel with outdoor pool, near Bay of Islands

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Balcony
33-inch flat-screen TV with cable channels, TV, DVD player
Beach
Premium bedding, individually decorated, desk, iron/ironing board
Exterior
By the sea, The Sanctuary @ Bay of Islands offers a tranquil retreat. Indulge in a delicious meal at the restaurant, unwind on the sun-kissed terrace, or lose yourself in a good book from the library.

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • Pool
  • 24/7 front desk
  • Free parking
  • Laundry facilities
  • Free WiFi
  • Restaurant

Main amenities (11)

  • Restaurants
  • Outdoor pool
  • Terrace
  • 24-hour front desk
  • Coffee/tea in a common area
  • Library
  • Front desk safe
  • Laundry service
  • Self-serve laundry
  • Multilingual staff
  • Tour/ticket assistance

Feel at home (6)

  • Rollaway/extra beds
  • Private bathroom
  • Television
  • Terrace
  • Laundry facilities
  • Coffee/tea maker

Room options

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Deluxe Suite, Sea View | Premium bedding, individually decorated, desk, iron/ironing board

Deluxe Suite, Sea View

Highlights

Balcony
Individually decorated
Heating
Flat-screen TV
Ceiling fan
Premium bedding
Hairdryer
Private bathroom
  • Sea view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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About the area

Map
State Highway 11, Opua, 0241

What's nearby

  • Bay of Islands Marina - 16 min walk - 1.4 km
  • Paihia Beach - 4 min drive - 4.5 km
  • Paihia Wharf - 5 min drive - 5.0 km
  • Waitangi Treaty Grounds - 9 min drive - 7.5 km
  • Russell Beach - 24 min drive - 10.6 km

Getting around

  • Kerikeri (KKE-Bay of Islands) - 23 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Cbk Craft Beer and Kitchen - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪Marina Cafe Opua - ‬18 min walk
  • ‪Hone's Garden - ‬20 min drive
  • ‪Paihia Wharf - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪Charlotte’s Kitchen - ‬5 min drive

About this property

The Sanctuary @ Bay of Islands

The Sanctuary @ Bay of Islands puts you a short five-minute drive from Bay of Islands and Paihia Beach. After having fun at the outdoor pool, you can grab a bite to eat at the restaurant. This luxurious hotel is also within a short drive of Paihia Wharf.

Languages

English

At a glance

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Hotel size

    • 4 rooms
    • Arranged over 2 floors
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Arriving/Leaving

    • Check-in start time: 2 PM; check-in end time: 9:00 PM
    • Contactless check-in and check-out are available
    • Late check-in subject to availability
    • Minimum check-in age – 18
    • Check-out time is 11 AM
    • Contactless check-out
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Special check-in instructions

    • Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
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Required at check-in

    • Credit card required for incidental charges
    • Government-issued photo ID may be required
    • Minimum check-in age is 18
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Children

    • Children (12 years old and younger) are not allowed
    • No cots (infant beds)
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Pets

    • Pets not allowed
WIFI

Internet

    • Free WiFi and wired internet access in public areas
    • Free WiFi and wired internet access in rooms
LOCAL_PARKING

Parking

    • Free on-site self-parking
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Other information

    • Designated smoking areas

Property amenities

Food and drink

  • Restaurant
  • Coffee/tea in a common area

What to do

  • Bike rentals nearby
  • Ecotours nearby
  • Golf lessons nearby
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby
  • Kayaking nearby
  • Windsurfing nearby

Services

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Tour/ticket assistance
  • Dry cleaning/laundry services
  • Multilingual staff

Facilities

  • 1 building/tower
  • Built in 2005
  • Safe-deposit box at front desk
  • Terrace
  • Library
  • An outdoor pool

Accessibility

  • Wheelchair-accessible
  • Lift

Room amenities

Be entertained

  • DVD player
  • 33-inch flat-screen TV
  • Cable TV channels

Home comfort

  • Heating
  • Ceiling fan
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Electric kettle
  • Bathrobes and slippers
  • Iron/ironing board

Sleep well

  • Premium bedding
  • Rollaway/extra bed (surcharge)

What to enjoy

  • Balcony
  • Individually decorated

Freshen up

  • Private bathroom
  • Shower only
  • Free toiletries
  • Hairdryer
  • Towels

Stay connected

  • Desk
  • Free WiFi and wired internet

Fees & policies

Children & extra beds

  • Rollaway beds are available for NZD 50 per night

Policies

This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business or profession.
Some facilities may have restricted access. Guests can contact the property for details using the contact information on the booking confirmation.
Guests can rest easy knowing that there's a smoke detector on-site.
This property accepts credit cards and cash.
Credit cards accepted: Visa, Mastercard
Cashless transactions are available.

Also known as

Sanctuary Bay Islands
Sanctuary Bay Islands Hotel
Sanctuary Bay Islands Hotel Opua
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Bay Of Islands Hotel Opua
The Sanctuary @ Bay Of Islands Opua, New Zealand
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Frequently asked questions

Does The Sanctuary @ Bay of Islands offer free cancellation for a full refund?

Yes, The Sanctuary @ Bay of Islands does have fully refundable room rates available to book on our site. If you’ve booked a fully refundable room rate, this can be cancelled up to a few days before check-in, depending on the property's cancellation policy. Just make sure that you check this property's cancellation policy for the exact terms and conditions.

Is there a pool at The Sanctuary @ Bay of Islands?

Yes, there's an outdoor pool.

Are pets allowed at The Sanctuary @ Bay of Islands?

Sorry, pets aren't allowed.

Is parking offered on site at The Sanctuary @ Bay of Islands?

Yes, there's free self parking.

What are the check-in and check-out times at The Sanctuary @ Bay of Islands?

Check-in start time: 2 PM; check-in end time: 9:00 PM. Check-out time is 11 AM. Contactless social distancing and check-out are available.

What is there to do at The Sanctuary @ Bay of Islands and nearby?

Have fun with activities such as cycling, hiking and kayaking, and practise your swing at the nearby golf course. Additional recreation nearby includes ecotours. The Sanctuary @ Bay of Islands also has an outdoor pool.

Are there restaurants at or near The Sanctuary @ Bay of Islands?

Yes, there's an on-site restaurant.

Does The Sanctuary @ Bay of Islands have any outdoor private spaces?

Yes, every room features a balcony.

What's the area around The Sanctuary @ Bay of Islands like?

The Sanctuary @ Bay of Islands is located a short 16-minute walk from Bay of Islands Marina.

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The Sanctuary @ Bay of Islands Reviews

Reviews

10

Exceptional

9.8/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Staff & service

10/10

Amenities

9.8/10

Property conditions & facilities

10/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Exceptional

Fantastic location and accommodation. Such great hosts.
Colin, 2-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

The place was just wonderful
Daniel, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Could not have wanted more!
Beautiful accommodation in a great location and great hosting - everything we needed for our stay was available.
Cassie, 2-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Not super close to shops but not that far either. Highly Recommend! One of the nicest B&B’s we’ve stayed at
Keith, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

The Host and Hostess were lovely people. The details.., Glenish thought of everything! One of the highlights of our trip! If I could give them 6 stars or 10… I would!
Keith, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Perry, 3-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Gaute, 4-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Annie, 2-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

3-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

The decor and location were awesome. Sitting out on the patio with a wonderful view was a worthwhile experience. The food was exceptional.
2-night trip
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Exceptional

Fantastic views & warm welcome
The Sanctuary is an oasis of tranquility and Glenys & Yogi are consummate hosts. By the way the cooking is fantastic as well. The Sanctuary’s rooms are finished to a high standard and each has its own balcony with views over luxuriant forest to the bay. I would have no hestitation in recommending the Sanctuary to travellers wanting a high end accommodation experience in the Bay of Islands.
Chris, 4-night trip
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Exceptional

Stunning views
Great Boutique hotel with stunning views from the bedrooms and from the lovely open plan dining/lounge area. The excellent hosts were both welcoming and helpful
Jeremy, 2-night trip
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

8/10 Very good

Remanso de paz
Nos alojamos durante 2 noches en este lodge,y fue una estancia muy agradable. muy buena decoración y habitación amplia. Lo mejor del lugar son sin duda sus vistas. Los dueños muy agradables y te ayudan en todo lo que pueden.
2-night trip
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Exceptional

Amazing - 5 star , read why below
Have stayed at many luxury properties around the world. Among the best ! Rudi and ash
anirudh , 2-night trip
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Exceptional

A delightful, family-run guest house
Very good experience indeed. Nice, family-run hotel.
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Exceptional

Stunning Location
Rather a unique hotel! On arrival we were warmly greeted by Glennis & Yogi the proprietors & taken to our delightful room. The view was fabulous, as it was from all the rooms. Glennis cooked a great meal for all the guests the first evening of our stay. We had complimentary wine with dinner. Certainly a delightful place to stay.
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Exceptional

Sanctuary is an appropriate name.
A unique house, set in from tHe road overlooking the bay with four rooms, each with fantastic views. Large communal area with the kitchen and dining area with a large verandah, again with superb views and a small plunge pool. There was only myself and one other guest staying there but the host was friendly, very knowledgeable about the area and a great cook. One of the most relaxing places I have stayed in. I was originally only going to stay the one night, but as soon as I saw the place decided to stay a 2nd, I only wish I could have stayed longer. Was able to sleep with the patio doors fully open looking out over the trees to the bay - almost like sleeping outside but a lot more comfortable. Very hard to think of any negatives - slight bit of road noise when out on the verandas, but dies away in the evening and maybe the bread for breakfast could have been a bit more interesting - but that's being very picky. Definitely on the "must return to" list.
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Exceptional

Beautiful views, tranquil location.
Nice to wake up to an elevated view of the bay through bushland, with natural sounds and not traffic noise. Very comfortable room and bed. We enjoyed the piano and a glass of wine before retiring. Friendly hosts who accommodated us well. All smiles...
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Exceptional

Un hotel estupendo. Todo perfecto. Los propietarios muy atentos. El desayuno con vistas a la bahía impresionante.
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Exceptional

Spectacular views and exclusive location
Great 5 room Boutique hotel perched on the side of a hill with breathtaking views. On site ownership ensures attention to detail. Go and relax....
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Exceptional

Excellent
Good location. Very luxurious accommodation and friendly hosts.
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Exceptional

Facilities: Modern; Value: well priced; Service: Outstanding; Cleanliness: Beautiful; Just a wonderful place to be
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Exceptional

Facilities: Outstanding; Value: Expensive but worth it!; Service: Go the extra mile, Outstanding; Cleanliness: Delightful; Fantastic dinner available, great company, amazing location just outside Paihia so you can get away from it all while still having easy access!
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Exceptional