New Zealand Accommodation Guide

 

Make the most of a stay by choosing your Bay of Islands accommodation from a huge range of hotels, motels, motor inns and luxury boutique accommodation, or experience Kiwi hospitality in homes offering Bed & Breakfast, farmstays and homestays.

Key towns for Bay of Islands accommodation are Kerikeri, Russell & Paihia with many other country accommodation options too.
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Privately-owned Bay Of Islands accommodation options:
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Russell accommodation

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Map of Bay Of Islands accommodation

Kauri Park Motel

Kauri Park is your ideal accommodation base for exploring Kerikeri, the Bay of Islands and the Far North of New Zealand. We can assist you with booking adventure tours, finding local attractions and activities and restaurants to suit your taste.

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Motel Russell

Motel Russell is an affordable place to stay while exploring the beautiful Bay of Islands area. Come and see why people keep coming back again and again. Stay in Russell without paying Russell Prices.

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The Landing Residences

The Landing Residence located in the picturesque Bay of Islands is set amongst a 1,000 acre property with four private Residences available for luxury accommodation as individual Residence or together for groups and corporate events.

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Moon Gate Villa

Sleep in the curl of Cupid's bow! Moon Gate Villa offers stylish and unique accommodation surrounded by secluded gardens, waterfalls and reflective pools. All suites offer super-king beds, Egyptian cotton sheets, WIFI, in-house movies and garden access to the heated pool.

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Villa Russell Bed and Breakfast

•Historic 100 year villa and guest cottage 2 minutes walk from village, restaurants and beach yet totally private and secluded •Fabulous sea views across the Bay from your suite or verandah •Welcoming breakfast basket on arrival •Free Wifi Internet

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Aimeo Cottage

Welcome to Aimeo Cottage, your holiday accommodation in Russell. We offer exclusively our "Aimeo Iti" Room to you. Relax and unwind in our spacious Studio Apartment with lovely, sunny patio surrounded by subtropical garden.

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Allegra House

Allegra House is conveniently located in central Paihia - the heart of the Bay of Islands, overlooking the wharf, shops, restaurants and beach and surrounded by native bush. Our purpose built rooms are light and spacious with modern style, quality furniture and fittings.

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Bellrock Lodge

Each room has a stunning view over the village of Russell and the bay. Short stroll to the village and wharf. Spacious luxury en suite rooms with air conditioning fully equipped kitchenette, private patio, private entrance. Off street parking and free WiFi. Self catering.

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Bay of Islands Cottages

Three boutique water front cottages with sea views. All are private with wide sunny decks. Luxury breakfasts or self catering option. A well equipped kitchenette in every cottage. Free use of kayaks, row boat and Wifi. Designed for couples but children also welcome.

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Te Awa Lodge

Miniature waterfalls with the sound of gently tumbling waters from the Waitangi River await your discovery in private, tranquil and peaceful surroundings. The Lodge is set in two acres of gently sloping pasture land. All this is only 5 minutes from Paihia water front and all major cruise operators.

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Stone Store Lodge

A new (2006) architecturally designed lodge with your privacy in mind. Three suites with own decks. Water and bush views. Great location. Walking distance to Historic Stone Store, the “Pear Tree Restaurant” on the water, “Food at Wharepuke” and to town. A bush bath and pizzas by prior arrang

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Decks of Paihia

Located in central Paihia above the main village. Decks of Paihia is operated by Philip and Wendy offering high quality guest rooms stylishly furnished. All rooms have heating/aircon, fridge, tea/coffee making and quality ensuite bathrooms. Swimming pool/decks/free in room wireless internet.

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Lavender Vale

Luxury Bed and Breakfast/Boutique Lodge Accommodation in the Bay of Islands. Set in 2 hectares of idyllic gardens, close to vibrant Kerikeri, we are your ideal Northland holiday destination. Pamper yourself with 5 star elegance in our two suites with private facilities - relax and enjoy!

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Baywaterviews

Breath-taking Sea and Island Views, Peace and quiet, Cooked Breakfasts to order served by your host, 3 luxury en-suite rooms, room 1-1st floor elevated sea views, Rooms 2 and 3 with spa pools and garden on your own deck with private entrances. 3 off road parking spaces. Free WiFi throughout.

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Tarltons Lodge

A luxury bed and breakfast located only a 10 minute walk from heart of Paihia. Each room is accessed by its own private staircase, and opens onto its own terrace, where a Spa reserved for your exclusive use and your breakfast table overlook a breath-taking ocean and island view.

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The Carriage House - Bay of Islands

Hosted Self-Catering Cottage Apartment overllooking Kerikeri Inlet, Bay of Islands. The Luxury Accommodation has two ensuite kingsize bedrooms, one of which converts to two singles. Fully equipped kitchen and laundry. A rate for 2 guests and a rate for 4 guests. Click WEBSITE for PHOTOS and DESCRIPTION

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Pentire Bed and Breakfast

Quiet and very peaceful. Set at the edge of a reserve with views over Pipiroa bay. The room has a generous en-suite, dining area and settee. It has its own deck with BBQ. Independent ground floor access. Air conditioning, kettle, toaster, fridge, Tv with netflix and Wifi. Simple breakfast included.

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Arcadia Lodge

• Unique in the Bay of Islands • Historic, character filled house • Boutique B and B • Glorious water views • Delicious, healthy home-made breakfasts • Free internet and wi-fi • Short stroll to Russell village centre and wharf • Leave your car, walk everywhere • Excellent reviews on Trip Advisor

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Beach Bay of Islands

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Russell Bay of Islands

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About the Bay Of Islands, New Zealand

The Bay of Islands has a traditional history which holds that around 700 years ago, one of the large Maori canoes which journeyed to New Zealand from Hawiki, was sailed to the Bay Of Islands by Puhi, a founding father of the Ngapuhi Iwi (tribe).

The first European to visit the area was Captain Cook, who named the region in 1769. The Bay of Islands was the first area in New Zealand to be settled by Europeans. Whalers arrived towards the end of the 18th century, while the first missionaries settled in 1814. The settlement of Okiato was the first Capital of New Zealand.

Today the Bay of Islands is the big game fishing capital of New Zealand so have a go or just relax on the beach and watch the boats come and go.

Stroll along the magical waterfront of Russell and imagine the hurly burly pioneer days. Don’t miss the Mission House at Waimate North, the Stone House at Kerikeri or, of course, the fabulous grounds, setting and historical significance of the Waitangi Treaty House and Grounds.

 

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