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Featuring barbecue facilities and views of garden, Kerigold Secluded Chalets Motel is set in Kerikeri, 21 km from Opua Forest. Featuring a garden, the 4-star motel has air-conditioned rooms with a private bathroom. There is a sun terrace and guests can make use of free WiFi and free private parking. It is really a little secluded and though so close to the main street and thus to downtown Kerikeri. You have your own parking right in front of the cabin, which makes it so comfortable to pack and unpack without limitation. Great to have a kitchen and all necessities around. You couldn't really ask for more. Sarah, the host, is absolutely amazing as she tries to help in every way, whether it's for a trip to do or for dinner/lunch possibilities. The one she suggested was amazing and due to my short stay, I couldn't try all of them.

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9
Superb
565 reviews
Price from
US$138
per night

Offering quality accommodation, this 4.5-star property is nestled between Paihia and Waitangi on Te Ti Bay. Gateway Motel & Apartments offers a range of accommodation suitable for small groups, corporate travellers, team building and wedding parties.

Free parking is available on site. Limited boat parking and mountain bike storage is also available and must be booked in advance. The motel also offers laundry facilities and luggage storage. The host was so friendly and helpful. She gave us great tips about places to eat. The rooms were very well set up and spacious. Fresh milk for cups of tea:) Delicious biscuits.

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9.2
Superb
187 reviews
Price from
US$137
per night

Set in a peaceful neighbourhood, ASURE Admirals View Motel offers self-contained accommodation with scenic sea views in most rooms. Featuring a library, it offers Wi-Fi, bike rental and parking for free. Angela and the staff were super friendly and helpful. As it happened to be a slower day, I got an upgrade on my room. Totally unexpected but much appreciated! The location of the Lodge was great and close to the ferries. Can highly recommend staying here!

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9.1
Superb
303 reviews
Price from
US$100
per night

Just 10 minutes' walk from the Kerikeri River and set amongst gardens, the peaceful Colonial House Motel boasts free unlimited WiFi, Netflix and 50+ TV channels and a saltwater pool.

Colonial House Motel is ranked second out of 14 motels in Kerikeri by travellers on Trip Advisor. Clean, lovely location, quiet & well thought out for comfort

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9
Superb
532 reviews
Price from
US$116
per night

The 4.5 star Kerikeri Park Lodge is just 4 km from Kerikeri Golf Club and 3 minutes' drive from Kerikeri's town centre. Paihia is 20 minutes' drive away. Cape Reinga Tours pick up from the motel on a daily basis. Great spot, very quiet and comfy. Thank you for the pleasant stay.

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9.3
Superb
242 reviews
Price from
US$107
per night

All cottages and apartments at Ash Grove Motel open onto landscaped gardens. They are equipped with 32’’ flat-screen. Each has a small kitchen and guest laundry can be found on site.

Guests can enjoy views of the peaceful countryside, go fishing or have a barbeque on site. All the tours and cruises available in the Paihia region can be booked from the motel’s tour desk. This place is amazing. We came here 10 years ago and couldn't wait to visit again. The location is perfect, rooms are spacious and spotless.

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9.2
Superb
226 reviews
Price from
US$98
per night

Set in lush sub-tropical gardens, Kauri Park offers an outdoor pool and units with spa bath. The motel features free Wi-Fi and free private parking.

Guests can make use of the barbecue pavilions in the gardens or explore lively Kerikeri restaurants and cafes, less than 2km away from the Kauri Park Motel Kerikeri. Lovely warm welcome, nothing was too much trouble. Large, clean accommodation with apple and plum trees in the garden and plenty windfall fruits to pick. The pool was clean and not too cold.

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9.2
Superb
330 reviews
Price from
US$122
per night

Averill Court Motel offers spacious self-contained accommodation, only 150 metres from Paihia Beach. All rooms are built around a central pool area with spa pool, swimming pool and sun terrace.

Each studio and apartment at Averill Court Motel Paihia includes satellite TV and some movie channels available. All rooms feature plunger coffee and an electric kettle and either a kitchen or kitchenette with cooking facilities. amazing motel - nice clean room, very well equipped, nice swimming pool and whirpool. bbq area I think it was our nicest accommodation during our holiday in NZ.

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8.5
Very good
1,471 reviews
Price from
US$85
per night

Start your day with our delicious and affordable Continental Breakfast. The tour desk can book dolphin cruises and trips to the famous Hole in the Rock. Bounty Motel also offers a guest laundry and luggage storage facilities. Free parking is provided on site. The staff was great: the spanish guy at the reception helped me to solve a problem with a travel agency and thanks to him I was able to have a wonderful cruise at a discounted price. But all the staff has been friendly and supportive.

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8.2
Very good
2,320 reviews
Price from
US$96
per night

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. Walking distance to the pier for our boat cruise.

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8.3
Very good
1,028 reviews
Price from
US$76
per night

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