52 Marsden Road, 0247 Paihia, New Zealand
#6 of 37 hotels in Paihia
Guests' ChoiceBased on 542 hotel reviews
8.8Cleanliness
9.3
Comfort
9.1
Location
9.7
Facilities
8.8
Staff
9.7
Value for money
8.9
Free WiFi
8.3
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End of dialog contentReviewed: 21 September 2024
Julia
PolandAbsolutely nothing
Very spacious room with everything you need: equipped kitchen, spacious bathroom, nice separate bedroom, cleaned daily, you can park just outside your room. The view is right on the water. Loved the owner, very nice guy, helped us with everything, even arranging some activities around. Best oysters in the restaurant next door!
Stayed in September 2024
Reviewed: 19 September 2024
Andy
AustraliaShower needs to be updated in unit 9 .Shower curtains are not the most modern.
Great location ,friendly owner.
Stayed in September 2024
Reviewed: 16 September 2024
Ellis
New ZealandClose to town beach across the road restaurant next door
Stayed in September 2024
Reviewed: 14 September 2024
Bluedilou
AustriaNot much place to store clothes, but it was not a big issue
Good location, close to the wharf, and a very nice owner who gave us good recommendations of things to do/places to eat. Babybed was also very comfortable for our baby.
Stayed in September 2024
Reviewed: 13 September 2024
Susan
New ZealandThe only draw back was the bathroom, at the back of the room had no windows. It was very old and dated and smelt a little mouldy and old. Otherwise, the value and location are second to none.
The location of the room was amazing. John, the manager went above and beyond to give us a service second to none. We had the room at the back, next to the office that looks directly out over the water. It was a lovely view to wake up to. The stroll into town was easy and because it was winter we did not have to book.
Stayed in September 2024
Reviewed: 10 September 2024
Karen
AustraliaOlder style but every thing was perfect. Everything you needed was in the room. Loved that I could shut off the bedroom. Great host who helped us with our bookings, also had a very friendly puppy.
Stayed in September 2024
Reviewed: 7 September 2024
Jan
Czech RepublicVery pleasant stay, very clean, a lot of space, well equipped, friendly place. Just excellent.
Stayed in September 2024
Reviewed: 6 September 2024
Auriyan
New ZealandAsked for extra towels, got told there should already be enough in the rooms. (Showered late the night before) (wanted another in the morning) haha. Just used my towel from the night before. Ants in cupboards where plates & cups are stored under bench.
Close to beach.
Stayed in September 2024
Reviewed: 2 September 2024
Jacqueline
AustraliaIt was so close to the wharf and the beach.
Stayed in September 2024
Reviewed: 25 August 2024
Hana
IsraelLiked everything. Just thought that the price is a bit high for a motel without food services, pool or fitness room.
Thoughtful host, from heated towel tack to electric sheets. Very helpful with cruise arrangements.
Stayed in August 2024
Reviewed: 22 August 2024
Joy
New ZealandGood location easy walk to centre. Comfortable beds good linen Friendly host good info.
Stayed in August 2024
Reviewed: 18 August 2024
Lisa-may
New ZealandLoved the welcome. Also the special touch of oranges from the tree left for us to enjoy. As well as the recommendation to have dinner at the Typsy Oyster.Thank you. Lisa-May Gray
Stayed in August 2024
Reviewed: 15 August 2024
Jude
New ZealandThe Motel owner was very helpful and pleasant. All the staff were obliging and courteous.The unit was spotlessly clean and cosy and a very central location.
Stayed in August 2024
Reviewed: 9 August 2024
Heather
United KingdomOnly had a one night stay, the accommodation was clean, tidy, and comfortable. Lovely site and the staff very helpful. Would recommend, hope to stay longer next time.
Stayed in August 2024
Reviewed: 5 August 2024
Vanessa
AustraliaThere was nothing to dislike
Ala Moana Motel was in the perfect location. Close to all tourist activities, directly across from the beach and within walking distance to the town centre and all the good restaurants. We hade the sea view room and the view was amazing. The room has floor to ceiling windows right across the front of the room so you looked directly at the bay. That is a sea view. The property manager allowed us to leave our car at the motel for a couple of hours after check out which was so helpful. It allowed us to do a helicopter ride without worrying about parking.
Stayed in August 2024
Reviewed: 29 July 2024
Sarah
New ZealandNot much maybe only the condensation but that is because it was winter.
The owner was very welcoming and friendly. He was great. Location was great to just a walk across the road to the beach. The room was very clean bathroom was super clean which is great. Overall very happy 😊
Stayed in July 2024
Reviewed: 19 July 2024
Maria
Germany---
Everything was very good. The staff were lovely.
Stayed in July 2024
Reviewed: 14 July 2024
Shelton
New ZealandThe shower water suddenly turned cold or hot.
Soft bed, the pictures are beautiful.
Stayed in July 2024
Reviewed: 6 July 2024
Bell
United KingdomLocation and layout. Also had daily bed make and rowel change which we didn't expect in a self catering set up.
Stayed in July 2024
Reviewed: 4 July 2024
Harsimran
New ZealandLocation very great
Stayed in June 2024
Reviewed: 30 June 2024
Ariana
New ZealandThe wet dining chair.
The host!
Stayed in June 2024
Reviewed: 30 June 2024
Vanessa
New ZealandNothing
Lovely, modern and clean. Fantastic location.
Stayed in June 2024
Reviewed: 29 June 2024
Glenys
New ZealandNothing .
John is a wonderful host . Facilities are always impeccable and so handy to town and the neighbouring Tipsy Oyster. Always a favourite place of mine in Paihia.
Stayed in June 2024
Reviewed: 22 June 2024
Rebecca
New ZealandSuch a great spot! Perfect location, Everything you needed was available in the comfortable unit. The owner was a delight and made you feel like you were staying with friends. Fresh milk provided for you tea/coffee. Will stay again next time we are in the area.
Stayed in May 2024
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