Breakwater Motel

4.5 star property
Bayfront motel with private beach, near Paihia Wharf

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Deluxe Waterfront Suite Ocean | Interior detail
Deluxe Waterfront Suite Ocean | Living area | 32-inch flat-screen TV with satellite channels, TV
Suite, 1 Bedroom, Partial Sea View | View from room
BBQ/picnic Area
Exterior

Reviews

9.4 out of 10

Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • Air conditioning
  • Laundry facilities
  • Free parking
  • Free WiFi
Main amenities
  • Daily housekeeping
  • Private beach
  • Beach towels
  • Garden
  • Library
  • Front desk safe
  • Self-serve laundry
  • Picnic area
  • Barbecue grills
  • Luggage storage
  • Limited hour front desk
  • Tour/ticket assistance
Feel at home
  • Cookware, dishware and utensils
  • Separate dining area
  • Living room
  • Television
  • Garden
  • Daily housekeeping

Room options

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Suite, 1 Bedroom, Partial Sea View

Highlights

Furnished balcony
Separate dining area
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Free cots/infant beds
Kitchenette
Fridge
  • 42 sq m
  • Partial sea view
  • Sleeps 5
  • 1 King Bed, 1 Single Bed and 1 Queen Sofa Bed

Lower Seaview Suite

Highlights

Furnished patio
Separate dining area
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Kitchen
Fridge
Flat-screen TV
  • 51 sq m
  • Sea view
  • Sleeps 6
  • 1 King Bed, 2 Single Beds and 1 Double Sofa Bed

Garden Suite

Highlights

Furnished patio
Separate dining area
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Kitchenette
Fridge
Flat-screen TV
  • 42 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed

Garden Studio

Highlights

Furnished patio
Separate dining area
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Kitchenette
Fridge
Flat-screen TV
  • 28 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

Deluxe Waterfront Suite Ocean

Highlights

Furnished balcony or patio
Separate dining area
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Kitchenette
Fridge
Flat-screen TV
  • 42 sq m
  • Sea view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Queen Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed

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About the area

Map
1 Bayview Road, Paihia, Northland, 0200

What's nearby

  • Paihia Wharf - 5 min walk - 0.5 km
  • Paihia Beach - 6 min walk - 0.5 km
  • Waitangi Treaty Grounds - 4 min drive - 2.4 km
  • Haruru Falls - 5 min drive - 4.8 km
  • Russell Beach - 31 min drive - 15.8 km

Getting around

  • Kerikeri (KKE-Bay of Islands) - 18 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Cbk Craft Beer and Kitchen - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪Marina Cafe Opua - ‬8 min drive
  • ‪Hone's Garden - ‬26 min drive
  • ‪Paihia Wharf - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪Charlotte's Kitchen - ‬5 min walk

About this property

Breakwater Motel

Breakwater Motel offers a fantastic location, putting you only steps from Bay of Islands. Freebies such as WiFi and self-parking are added perks, and guests looking to stay active can experience the nearby hiking/biking trails, kayaking and mountain biking. Fellow travellers love the helpful staff.

Languages

English

At a glance

Hotel size

  • 25 rooms

Arriving/Leaving

  • Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; check-in end time: 8:00 PM
  • Contactless check-in and check-out are available
  • Express check-out available
  • Minimum check-in age – 18
  • Check-out time is 10 AM
  • Contactless check-out

Restrictions related to your trip

  • Check COVID-19 restrictions

Special check-in instructions

  • The front desk is open daily from 8:00 AM - 8:00 PM
  • Front desk staffed during limited hours

Required at check-in

  • Credit card, debit card or cash deposit required for incidental charges
  • Government-issued photo ID may be required
  • Minimum check-in age is 18

Pets

  • Pets not allowed

Internet

  • Free WiFi in public areas
  • Free WiFi in rooms

Parking

  • Free on-site self-parking
  • On-site parking includes off-street options

Other information

  • Designated smoking areas

Property amenities

Food and drink

  • Barbecue grills

What to do

  • Private beach access
  • Bike rentals nearby
  • Ecotours nearby
  • Golfing nearby
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby
  • Horse riding nearby
  • Kayaking nearby
  • Scuba-diving nearby
  • Skydiving nearby

Services

  • Front desk (limited hours)
  • Tour/ticket assistance
  • Laundry facilities
  • Luggage storage
  • Beach towels

Facilities

  • Safe-deposit box at front desk
  • Garden
  • Picnic area
  • Library

Room amenities

Be entertained

  • 32-inch flat-screen TV
  • Satellite TV channels

Home comfort

  • Air conditioning (climate-controlled)
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Electric kettle
  • Iron/ironing board

Sleep well

  • Bed sheets provided

What to enjoy

  • Individually furnished and decorated
  • Separate dining area
  • Separate living room

Freshen up

  • Free toiletries
  • Hairdryer
  • Towels

Stay connected

  • Desk
  • Free WiFi

Food and drink

  • Fridge
  • Microwave
  • Stovetop
  • Cookware, dishes and utensils
  • High chair

More

  • Daily housekeeping
  • Access via exterior corridors

Fees & policies

Policies

This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business or profession.
This property does not have lifts.
On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited.
This property welcomes guests of all sexual orientations and gender identities (LGBTQ+ friendly).
This property accepts credit cards, debit cards and cash.
Cashless transactions are available.

Also known as

Breakwater Motel
Breakwater Motel Paihia
Breakwater Paihia
Breakwater Motel Paihia, Bay Of Islands
Breakwater Motel Motel
Breakwater Motel Paihia
Breakwater Motel Motel Paihia

Frequently asked questions

Are pets allowed at Breakwater Motel?
Sorry, pets aren't allowed.
Is parking offered on site at Breakwater Motel?
Yes, there's free self parking.
What are the check-in and check-out times at Breakwater Motel?
Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; check-in end time: 8:00 PM. Check-out time is 10 AM. Express check-out and contactless social distancing and check-out are available.
What is there to do at Breakwater Motel and nearby?
Have fun with activities such as cycling, boat tours and hiking, and practise your swing at the nearby golf course. Additional recreation nearby includes ecotours. Enjoy amenities such as a picnic area and a garden.
What's the area around Breakwater Motel like?
Breakwater Motel is located on the waterfront, a short 1-minute walk from Bay of Islands and 5 minutes' walk from Paihia Wharf.

Breakwater Motel Reviews

Reviews

9.4

Exceptional

9.8/10

Cleanliness

9.4/10

Staff & service

9.2/10

Amenities

9.4/10

Property conditions & facilities

9.2/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Exceptional

Peter, 2-night trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review

8/10 Very good

It’s all in the views
There are only motels here so we drove past this one on the way to see where the ferry’s leave. Was right on the main road but had full views of the bay. We got ground floor Room 1 and was great. Sat outside and watched the world go by along with the cars which was the only issue. Bed a bit small and soft for our liking but bathroom, kitchen and seating area all good sizes. You do pay for the view!
Chris, 2-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

Ngawai, 1-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

Really nice room clean and awesome location. Walking distance to bars and restaurants. Would definitely come back.
Ngawai, 1-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

Irene, 2-night trip
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8/10 Very good

Tom, 3-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

Nice comfortable room. Had everything we needed for a short stay. Handy to shops and the beach. Would definitely love to come and stay again.
Kenny, 1-night family trip
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10/10 Exceptional

Oleg, 1-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

Would recommend to easy and comfortable
Mark, 3-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

Awesome
Reuben, 1-night trip
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8/10 Very good

Very clean and tidy with great views. Wi-Fi a bit intermittent sometimes. Parking bays very small. Very little room to get out (if you could) if another car parked next to you. Definitely would stay here again.
Mark, 3-night romance trip
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10/10 Exceptional

Fantastic place to stay, great view and close to everything you need. Would highly recommend
Amanda, 4-night romance trip
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6/10 Good

Room was generally clean however our bed had remnants of chocolate in the bed as if the sheets hadnt been changed which but the tile we discovered it (after 11) we were too tired to address the issue. Disappointing.
Andrew, 1-night romance trip
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10/10 Exceptional

Wonderful place, with great owners. Easy walking to all food places, wharf, shops, etc
Yvonne, 2-night romance trip
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6/10 Good

Was very disappointed to have a unit half looking at the bank/trees and only half at the view. We always got a full view before! Specifically booked here for that reason. Also car parking a long way from unit. Probably wouldn’t go there again, even though we have been so many times before, so disappointing 😞
Rayma, 1-night romance trip
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8/10 Very good

Very helpful staff. Everything clean and of good standard, very comfortable king bed. Minuses: access to wardrobe and drawers in the bedroom limited due to close proximity of the bed. Access to microwave inconvenient due to its positioning (sideway) in a corner of the kitchenette.
Remigiusz, 4-night romance trip
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10/10 Exceptional

We had an awesome stay at the breakwater motel, lovely water front view, closed by shops the restaurants for convenience, friendly staff and super nice and clean facilities; can’t ask for more, highly recommended!
Moran, 2-night family trip
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10/10 Exceptional

Junning, 2-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

Clare, 1-night trip
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6/10 Good

Unfortunately our room was not available for the first night and the owners did not resolve the issue to our satisfaction. In fact at check out one was particularly dismissive and rude.
P, 4-night romance trip
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8/10 Very good

Kim Chah, 2-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

Very clean, great location, lovely view
Sylvia, 2-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

Great place to stay in Paihia
Convenient, quiet, clean and comfortable with short walk to beach or town.
2-night trip
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8/10 Very good

We didn’t like the loud music for the 2 nights we stayed.
Sue, 2-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

11 hour stay
Got in very late so was grateful we could do a late check in over the phone and the key was left out for us. Unit was clean and comfortable for our overnight stay. Expensive for what we needed so wouldn’t stay there again.
Desiree, 1-night trip with friends
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