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Marlin Court Motel

3.0 star property
Colonial motel in Paihia with free parking

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Outdoor pool
Large Studio Apartment | Private kitchen
One Bedroom Apartment | Balcony view
One Bedroom Apartment | Balcony view
One Bedroom Apartment | Living area

Reviews

8.6 out of 10
Excellent

Popular amenities

  • Pool
  • Air conditioning
  • Housekeeping
  • Kitchen
  • Parking included
  • Free WiFi
The current price is AU$102
includes taxes & fees
25 Sept - 26 Sept

Explore the area

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60 Seaview Road, Paihia, 0200
  • Paihia Beach
    ‪3 min walk‬
  • Paihia Wharf
    ‪12 min walk‬
  • Waitangi Treaty Grounds
    ‪6 min drive‬
  • Kerikeri (KKE-Bay of Islands)
    ‪25 min drive‬

Room options

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Two Bedroom Apartment

Two Bedroom Apartment

Highlights

Air conditioning
Heating
Kitchenette
Fridge
Dining table
LED TV
Premium bedding
Portable fan
  • 52 sq m
  • 2 bedrooms
  • Mountain view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Queen Bed and 2 Twin Beds

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One Bedroom Apartment

One Bedroom Apartment

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(8 reviews)

Highlights

Garden
Air conditioning
Heating
Kitchenette
Fridge
LED TV
Premium bedding
Portable fan
  • 36 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Queen Bed and 1 Twin Bed

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Large Studio Apartment | Living area

Large Studio Apartment

7.6 out of 10
Good
(5 reviews)

Highlights

Garden
Air conditioning
Heating
Kitchenette
Fridge
LED TV
Separate bedroom
Premium bedding
  • 32 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

About the area

Paihia

Marlin Court Motel places you in the centre of Paihia, within just a 5-minute stroll of Paihia Beach and within 15 minutes of Paihia Wharf. Highlights at this Colonial motel include an outdoor swimming pool, and in-room kitchenettes and free WiFi. .This motel has free WiFi in public areas and luggage storage. There's also the convenience of free self parking. .With a stay at this 3-property class Paihia motel, you'll be 3.5 km (2.2 mi) from Waitangi Treaty Grounds and 4.3 km (2.7 mi) from Russell Beach.
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What's nearby

  • Paihia Beach - 3 min walk - 0.3 km
  • Paihia Wharf - 12 min walk - 1.0 km
  • Waitangi Treaty Grounds - 6 min drive - 3.7 km
  • Haruru Falls - 8 min drive - 6.5 km
  • Russell Beach - 25 min drive - 14.3 km

Getting around

  • Kerikeri (KKE-Bay of Islands) - 25 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Paihia Sports Bar - ‬12 min walk
  • ‪Duke of Marlborough Hotel - ‬25 min drive
  • ‪Bad Habits - ‬11 min walk
  • ‪Hone's Garden - ‬24 min drive
  • ‪Alfresco's - ‬3 min walk

About this property

Marlin Court Motel

Colonial motel in Paihia with free parking
Marlin Court Motel offers its guests an outdoor pool. Public spaces have free WiFi. Free self parking is available.

Smoking is allowed in designated areas at this 3-star Paihia motel.

  • 12 guestrooms or units
  • 2 levels
  • 2 buildings
  • Built in 1985
  • Front desk (limited hours)
  • Storage area for luggage
  • Smoking in designated areas
Marlin Court Motel offers 12 air-conditioned accommodations, which are accessible via exterior corridors, and features a hairdryer and free toiletries. Beds feature premium bedding. Accommodation at this 3-star motel has kitchenettes with fridges, stovetops, microwaves and kitchenware and utensils. Bathrooms include a shower.

This Paihia motel provides complimentary wireless Internet access. 32-inch LED televisions come with digital channels and Netflix. Housekeeping is offered on a daily basis and an iron/ironing board can be requested.

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Free self parking on site

Things to do

  • Outdoor pool

Family friendly

  • In-room kitchenette
  • In-room microwave
  • In-room refrigerator
  • Outdoor pool

Conveniences

  • Limited-hour front desk
  • Luggage storage

Guest services

  • Housekeeping (daily)

Accessibility

  • No lift

More

  • 2 buildings
  • 2 floors
  • Built in 1985
  • Colonial architecture
  • Designated smoking areas

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Premium bedding

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Shower
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • 32-inch LED TV with digital channels
  • Netflix
  • Streaming services

Food and drink

  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Electric kettle
  • Hob
  • Kitchenette
  • Microwave
  • Paper towels
  • Refrigerator
  • Tea bags/instant coffee
  • Toaster

More

  • Access via exterior corridors
  • Air conditioning
  • Heating
  • Iron/ironing board on request
  • Portable fan

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; check-in end time: midnight
Minimum check-in age - 18

Check-out

Check-out before 10:00 AM
Contactless check-out

Special check-in instructions

The front desk is open daily from 8:00 AM - 10:00 PM
Front desk staffed during limited hours

Access methods

Front desk (limited hours)

Pets

  • No pets allowed, but service animals are welcome

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Rollaway/extra beds are not available.
  • Cots (infant beds) are not available.

Payment types

Important information

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit 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
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 and cash
This property reserves the right to pre-authorise the guest's credit card prior to arrival.
Cashless transactions are available
Safety features at this property include a smoke detector
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios and terraces, which may not be suitable for children; if you have any concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm that they can accommodate you in a suitable room
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A cash deposit or credit card for incidental charges and government-issued photo identification may be required upon check-in.
Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in. Special requests can't be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.
    This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business or profession. This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios and terraces, which may not be suitable for children. If you have any concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm that they can accommodate you in a suitable room. The name on the credit card used at check-in to pay for incidentals must be the primary name on the guest room reservation. This property accepts Visa, Mastercard, Barclaycard and cash. This property reserves the right to pre-authorise the guest's credit card prior to arrival.
    For guests' safety, the property includes a smoke detector in all accommodation. Cashless payment methods are available for all transactions.

We should mention

  • Please note that this property can refuse certain bookings for the purpose of group events or parties, which include pre-wedding stag/bachelor and hen/bachelorette parties.
  • Pool access available from 10:00 AM to 7:00 PM
  • Registered guests are the only ones allowed to be in guestrooms.

National rating

For the benefit of our customers, we have provided a rating based on our ratings system.

Property is also known as

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Marlin Court Motel Paihia
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Marlin Court Hotel
Marlin Court Motel Paihia, Bay Of Islands
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Frequently asked questions

What is the cancellation policy at Marlin Court Motel?

Marlin Court Motel offers free cancellation on select room rates. Check out the cancellation policy for more info.

How much does it cost to stay at Marlin Court Motel?

As of 11 Sept 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Marlin Court Motel on 25 Sept 2025 start from AU$101.76, including taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

Is parking available at Marlin Court Motel?

Yep, Marlin Court Motel has a free self car park.

Are there any beaches close to Marlin Court Motel?

Yep, Marlin Court Motel is a short 4-minute walk from Paihia Beach. Fun beach activities include snorkelling, scuba diving and waterskiing. You can also find boat tours.

Does Marlin Court Motel have a pool?

Marlin Court Motel has an outdoor pool. The pool is open 10:00 AM to 7:00 PM.

Is there a free airport shuttle available at Marlin Court Motel?

No, Marlin Court Motel does not offer an airport shuttle service.

What time are check-in & check-out at Marlin Court Motel?

Check-in begins at 2:00 PM. Check-out time is 10:00 AM.

Are pets allowed at Marlin Court Motel?

No, only service animals are allowed.

Reviews

Marlin Court Motel Reviews

8.6

Excellent

9.2/10

Cleanliness

9.2/10

Staff & service

8.4/10

Amenities

8.4/10

Property conditions & facilities

8.6/10

Eco-friendliness
Rating 10 - Excellent. 28 out of 61 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 24 out of 61 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 7 out of 61 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 2 out of 61 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 61 reviews

Reviews

8/10 Good

Rau

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

6/10 Okay

Kevin

Travelled with family and small children
Toilet door didn’t lock, not as tidy as photos indicate and expensive for what it was. noisy outside at night with foreigners talking and shouting.
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

6/10 Okay

Janine

Travelled with family
O k for 1 night stay
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Great value

Very friendly service, accommodating, comfortable and clean
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Louise

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very welcoming and friendly host, we had an enjoyable two night stay here.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025

8/10 Good

Wendy

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
It was clean and comfortable, and the owner was very obliging if and when we needed anything.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2025

8/10 Good

Jared

Liked: Staff & service
Very dated apartment, no air conditioning, no extractor fan in bathroom.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2025

8/10 Good

Graham

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very clean. Comfortable bed. Great value.
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Adam

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Awesome place
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025

6/10 Okay

Melanie

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Disliked: Property conditions & facilities
Staff were nice but this place is quite dated and in need of refurbishment. Way overpriced for what you get.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2025

4/10 Poor

Allen

Travelled with family
Disliked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The room is so old and outdated. Our room’s toilet lavatory has red-brown stain on it, its yuck. Had to inform Ruth about this and she just said sorry I shouldve mentioned it lol. Our shower’s water flow is sooooo weak can’t use it.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Darlene

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
great stay
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2024

8/10 Good

eric

Business traveller
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Good rooms and comfortable. Only improvement would be an AC to cool down a bit.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

LUKE

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Really nice, clean and tidy motel room and welcoming, friendly staff. Perfect as a base for walks in Russell, Opua and other nearby islands and coast.
Stayed 6 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Michael, Lower Hutt

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Owner! Terrific!
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024

8/10 Good

David

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Nice place to stay and enjoy the beach and surrounding areas
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Akinobu

Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2024

6/10 Okay

Neil

Travelled with partner
Served it’s purpose
Stayed 1 night in May 2024

8/10 Good

Teresa

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Easy walking distance to the ferry and lots of places to eat if you don't want to cook.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2024

6/10 Okay

Summer

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Areta - John

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
It's great to see Kiwis running our motels
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

MICHAEL

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Close to beach. Roomy.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Angela

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great welcome. Ruth picked me up from the bus stop. Very comfortable bed.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2024

4/10 Poor

Janne

Stayed 7 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Natalie

Travelled with family, Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Friendly staff. Very comfortable bedding. Great location. Easy walk to town and tours. Great wi-fi. Quiet.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2023