You might be eligible for a Genius discount at Dolphin Motel. To check if a Genius discount is available for your selected dates sign in.
Genius discounts at this property are subject to book dates, stay dates and other available deals.
About this property
Dolphin Motel is centrally located just 100 metres from Paihia wharf. All rooms feature a stovetop, fridge and satellite TV. Guests enjoy up to 2GB of free WiFi. Dolphin Motel provides apartment-style accommodation of studios, 1 and 2-bedroom units and family units. Some include a fully equipped kitchen and ceiling fans. All are non-smoking. Laundry facilities and free car parking are available for guests. The tour desk can book local activities, such as dolphin-watching cruises and arrange itineraries and reservations throughout the country. Dolphin Motel is situated 100 metres from the beach and the shops and cafes of Paihia town centre. Paihia Ex-Servicemen's Club is a 1-minute walk from the motel.
Couples particularly like the location — they rated it 9.3 for a two-person trip.
Distance in property description is calculated using © OpenStreetMap
Most popular facilities
- Free parking
- Free WiFi
- Family rooms
- Non-smoking rooms
- Facilities for disabled guests
- Tea/coffee maker in all rooms
Sign in, save money
Availability
Select dates to see this property's availability and prices
Room type | Number of guests | |
|---|---|---|
2 single beds and 1 large double bed | ||
Bedroom 1 2 single beds Bedroom 2 1 large double bed | ||
3 single beds and 2 large double beds | ||
1 extra-large double bed | ||
1 single bed and 1 extra-large double bed | ||
2 single beds and 1 extra-large double bed | ||
1 large double bed | ||
2 large double beds | ||
1 extra-large double bed | ||
Bedroom 1 1 large double bed Bedroom 2 1 large double bed | ||
1 extra-large double bed |
Guest reviews
Categories:
Select topics to read reviews:
Guests who stayed here loved
- Ray
New Zealand“Nice modern room (studio) Great WiFi. Great location.” - Kylie New Zealand“Loved the Dolphin room, this is my motel i stay at everytime when im in Paihia thanku to all staff”
- Bonnie New Zealand“Excellent central location for the BOI Jazz & Blues festival. Has all the amenities we needed, plus is extremely good value.”
- Grant New Zealand“very quiet location, privacy, and very well sound proofed units. Absolutely spotless, beautifully presented room. Parking and outdoor area top class and so clean. Very well lit courtyard and stairwell to upstairs Units.”
- Sera-anne New Zealand“We love staying here, we just a like a home away from home. The staff are amazing, very welcoming and polite. It’s our new favourite spot. 🫶🏽”
Kerry New Zealand“Wonderful clean new studio. Walking distance to town. Friendly reception.”- Trudee
Australia“The motel was warm and comfortable. Nice soft bed and great with a small kitchen. Very close to town and tourist attractions. Good businesses in town.” 
Neil New Zealand“Location close to shopping, wharf and restaurants. Good layout of rooms. Quiet.”
Kay Australia“Lovely room very well appointed with comfy beds good size room with good parking so good we booked another night”- Zsuzsanna New Zealand“very good location, everything is in walking distention.”
Property surroundings
House rules
Child policies
Children of any age are welcome.
To see correct prices and occupancy information, please add the number of children in your group and their ages to your search.
Cot and extra bed policies
Cots and extra beds are not available at this property.
The fine print
Guests arriving outside reception opening hours (7:30-6:30) are kindly requested to inform the hotel in advance. Contact details can be found on the booking confirmation.
Guests are required to show a photo identification and credit card upon check-in. Please note that all Special Requests are subject to availability and additional charges may apply.
Please inform Dolphin Motel in advance of your expected arrival time. You can use the Special Requests box when booking, or contact the property directly with the contact details provided in your confirmation.
A damage deposit of NZD 50 is required on arrival. This will be collected as a cash payment. You should be reimbursed on check-out. Your deposit will be refunded in full in cash, subject to an inspection of the property.
