Located in Paihia, Dolphin Motel is near the beach. Bay of Islands and Tapeka Point Historic Reserve reflect the area's natural beauty and area attractions include Action World and Makana Chocolate Boutique. Makana Confections and The Kauri Workshop are also worth visiting.
Dolphin Motel provides amenities, such as a garden and laundry facilities. Stay connected with free in-room WiFi.
You'll also enjoy perks such as:
Free self-parking
A round-trip airport shuttle (surcharge), tour/ticket information and luggage storage
Smoke-free property and barbecues
Guest reviews give good marks for the helpful staff and location
Room features
All guestrooms are individually furnished, and have amenities such as free WiFi. Guests reviews speak well of the clean rooms at the property.
Other amenities include:
Bathrooms with showers and free toiletries
32-inch LCD TVs with satellite channels
Mini fridges, microwaves and toasters
Languages
Chinese (Mandarin), English
Property amenities
Internet
Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
Available in some public areas: Free WiFi
Parking and transport
Return airport shuttle (surcharge) from 8 AM to 6 PM on request
Free self parking on site
Onsite parking includes off-street options
Family friendly
In-room microwave
Laundry facilities
Mini-fridge
Conveniences
Guidebooks
Laundry facilities
Limited-hour front desk
Luggage storage
Guest services
One-time housekeeping
Tour and ticket assistance
Outdoors
Barbecue grill
Garden
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.
Grab bar near toilet
In-room accessibility
Low-height counter and sink
No lift
Raised toilet seat
More
2 buildings
2 floors
Smoke-free property
Room amenities
Bedroom
Bedsheets provided
Blackout drapes
Bathroom
Free toiletries
Hair dryer
Private bathroom
Shower
Towels
Entertainment
32-inch LCD TV with satellite channels
Food and drink
Coffee/tea maker
Cookware, dishware, and utensils
Microwave
Mini-fridge
Restaurant dining guides
Toaster
More
Individual decor
Individual furnishings
Iron/ironing board on request
Window screens
Policies
Check-in
Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; check-in end time: 6:00 PM
Early check-in subject to availability
Contactless check-in and check-out are available
Late check-in subject to availability
Minimum check-in age - 21
Check-out
Check-out before 10 AM
Special check-in instructions
This property offers transfers from the airport (surcharges may apply); guests must contact the property with arrival details before travel, using the contact information on the booking confirmation
The front desk is open daily from 8 AM - 6:00 PM
Guests must contact the property in advance for check-in instructions; front desk staff will greet guests on arrival
To make arrangements for check-in please contact the property at least 48 hours before arrival using the information on the booking confirmation
If you are planning to arrive after 5:00 PM please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation
Access methods
Staffed front desk
Pets
Pets not allowed (service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees)
Children and extra beds
Children are welcome
2 children, up to the age of 3 years, can stay for free if using existing beds when occupying the parent or guardian's room
Rollaway/extra beds are not available.
Payment types
Important information
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.
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
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 credit cards, debit cards and cash
Cashless transactions are available
On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Noise-free guestrooms cannot be guaranteed
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and outdoor lighting
Property Registration Number 115946340
We should mention
This property does not have any lifts
Only registered guests are allowed in the guestrooms
Alcohol is not served at this property
Property is also known as
Dolphin Motel Paihia
Dolphin Paihia
Dolphin Motel Motel
Dolphin Motel Paihia
Dolphin Motel Motel Paihia
Dolphin Motel Reviews
Reviews
8.6
Excellent
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Rating 10 - Excellent. 312 out of 627 reviews" "
10 - Excellent
312
Rating 8 - Good. 207 out of 627 reviews" "
8 - Good
207
Rating 6 - Okay. 65 out of 627 reviews" "
6 - Okay
65
Rating 4 - Poor. 32 out of 627 reviews" "
4 - Poor
32
Rating 2 - Terrible. 11 out of 627 reviews" "
2 - Terrible
11
8.8/10
Cleanliness
8.8/10
Staff & service
8.6/10
Amenities
8.4/10
Property conditions & facilities
8.0/10
Eco-friendliness
Reviews
6/10 Okay
John
7 Apr 2024
Kind of got what we paid for but it was very dated and although it has a kitchen it was not well equipped. No sharp knives. The microwave had to be lifted off its stand to be plugged in, Which was no easy feat. The staff were friendly and it was certainly large and clean enough.
John
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2024
10/10 Excellent
Tammara
Travelled with family, Travelled with family and small children
I really enjoyed how close everything was, walking distance to the closest grocery store and takeaways as well as the township. View was amazing. Definitely 9/10
Brylee
8/10 Good
Bruce
Travelled with group
20 Mar 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
We booked 3 rooms and none of them had a decent hot water system. The hot water ran cold after 2 minutes in all of them
The rooms are getting very dated. However the staff were very friendly and helpful
Location was good