Dolphin Motel

–Excellent location - show map
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Scored 8.2
Rated very good

Cheapest option at this property for 2 adults, 1 child

1 × One-Bedroom Apartment
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Max adults: 2 <br> Max children: 1
Entire apartment
2 single beds ,
1 large double bed
Free stay for your child
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US$69 per night
Price US$208
3 nights, 2 adults, 1 child
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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.

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Most popular facilities

  • Non-smoking rooms
  • Free parking
  • Facilities for disabled guests
  • Free WiFi
  • Family rooms
  • Tea/coffee maker in all rooms

Property highlights

Perfect for a 3-night stay!

  • Situated in the best rated area in Paihia, this property has an excellent location score of 9.2

  • Top pick by families with children

  • Free private parking available on-site

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+ One-Bedroom Apartment
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  • 2 single beds and 1 large double bed
US$208 for 3 nights
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+ Standard One-Bedroom Apartment
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  • 2 single beds and 1 extra-large double bed
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+ Superior Studio with Two Queen Beds
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  • 2 large double beds
US$236 for 3 nights
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+ Superior Apartment
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  • Bedroom 1: 1 large double bed
  • Bedroom 2: 1 large double bed
US$329 for 3 nights
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Superior King Studio
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  • 1 extra-large double bed
US$215 for 3 nights
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One-Bedroom Apartment
Recommended for 2 adults, 1 child
  • 2 single beds and 1 large double bed
Entire apartment
269 feet²
Private kitchenette
Ensuite bathroom
Flat-screen TV
Free WiFi
  • Free toiletries
  • Toilet
  • Bath or shower
  • Towels
  • Linen
  • TV
  • Refrigerator
  • Tea/Coffee maker
  • Microwave
  • Heating
  • Hairdryer
  • Kitchenware
  • Kitchenette
  • Fan
  • Towels/sheets (extra fee)
  • Carpeted
  • Electric kettle
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Cable channels
  • Stovetop
  • Toaster
  • Dining table
  • Clothes rack
  • Toilet paper
Max adults: 2 <br> Max children: 1
US$69 per night
Price US$208
Excluded: 15 % VAT
  • Costs 1st night to cancel
  • No prepayment needed – pay at the property
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    We have 1 left
  • Free stay for your child
Standard One-Bedroom Apartment
  • 2 single beds and 1 extra-large double bed
Entire apartment
323 feet²
Private kitchenette
Ensuite bathroom
Flat-screen TV
Free WiFi
Max adults: 2 <br> Max children: 1
US$69 per night
Price US$208
Excluded: 15 % VAT
  • Costs 1st night to cancel
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  • Free stay for your child
Superior Studio with Two Queen Beds
  • 2 large double beds
Entire studio
323 feet²
Private kitchenette
Ensuite bathroom
Balcony
Garden view
City view
Inner courtyard view
Air conditioning
Flat-screen TV
Free WiFi
Max adults: 2 <br> Max children: 1
US$79 per night
Price US$236
Excluded: 15 % VAT
  • Costs 1st night to cancel
  • No prepayment needed – pay at the property
  • discount may be available
  • Free stay for your child
Superior Apartment
  • Bedroom 1: 1 large double bed
  • Bedroom 2: 1 large double bed
Entire apartment
484 feet²
Private kitchenette
Ensuite bathroom
Balcony
Garden view
City view
Inner courtyard view
Air conditioning
Flat-screen TV
Free WiFi
Max adults: 2 <br> Max children: 1
US$110 per night
Price US$329
Excluded: 15 % VAT
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Superior King Studio
  • 1 extra-large double bed
Entire studio
258 feet²
Private kitchenette
Ensuite bathroom
Air conditioning
Flat-screen TV
Free WiFi
Max adults: 2
US$72 per night
Price US$215
Excluded: 15 % VAT
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Guests who stayed here loved

  • Muhammad
    New Zealand New Zealand
    “Very clean room and bed super comfy. Laundry machine availability. The Manager in charge was super friendly and kind”
  • Reeves
    New Zealand New Zealand
    “Staff was very friendly. This was the second time we stayed here. Rooms are awesome, staff friendly as. Parking right outside your rooms. They accommodated us with what I had requested. We can walk everywhere no need to drive, everythi g is within...”
  • Ray
    New Zealand New Zealand
    “Nice modern room (studio) Great WiFi. Great location.”
  • Kylie
    New Zealand 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 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 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 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 New Zealand
    “Wonderful clean new studio. Walking distance to town. Friendly reception.”
  • Trudee
    Australia 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 New Zealand
    “Location close to shopping, wharf and restaurants. Good layout of rooms. Quiet.”

Property surroundings

House rules

Dolphin Motel takes special requests - add in the next step!
Check-in
From 15:00 to 18:00
Guests are required to show a photo identification and credit card upon check-in
You'll need to let the property know in advance what time you'll arrive.
Check-out
From 08:00 to 10:00
Cancellation/ prepayment
Cancellation and prepayment policies vary according to accommodation type. Please check what conditions may apply to each option when making your selection.
Refundable damage deposit
A damage deposit of NZD 50 is required on arrival. That's about US$28. 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.
Children and beds

Child policies

Children of any age are welcome.

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Cot and extra bed policies

Cots and extra beds are not available at this property.

Age restriction
The minimum age for check-in is 21
Pets
Pets are not allowed.
Groups
When booking more than 4 rooms, different policies and additional supplements may apply.
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The fine print

Need-to-know information for guests at this property

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.