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Marlin Court Motel

3.0 star property
Colonial motel in Paihia with free parking

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Outdoor pool
Golf
One Bedroom Apartment | Balcony view
One Bedroom Apartment | Living area | 32-inch LED TV with digital channels, TV, Netflix
Large Studio Apartment | Private kitchen | Fridge, microwave, stovetop, electric kettle

Reviews

8.6 out of 10
Excellent

Popular amenities

  • Pool
  • Air conditioning
  • Housekeeping
  • Kitchen
  • Parking included
  • Free WiFi

Room options

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Two Bedroom Apartment | Premium bedding, iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets

Two Bedroom Apartment

Highlights

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

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One Bedroom Apartment | Premium bedding, iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets

One Bedroom Apartment

Highlights

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

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Large Studio Apartment | Premium bedding, iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets

Large Studio Apartment

Highlights

Yard
Air conditioning
Heating
Kitchenette
Refrigerator
LED TV
Portable fan
Premium bedding
  • 25 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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About the neighborhood

Map
60 Seaview Road, Paihia, 0200

What's nearby

  • Paihia Beach - 3 min walk - 0.2 miles
  • Paihia Wharf - 12 min walk - 0.6 miles
  • Waitangi Treaty Grounds - 6 min drive - 2.3 miles
  • Haruru Falls - 8 min drive - 4.1 miles
  • Russell Beach - 25 min drive - 8.9 miles

Getting around

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

Restaurants

  • ‪Cbk Craft Beer and Kitchen - ‬10 min walk
  • ‪Marina Cafe Opua - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪Hone's Garden - ‬24 min drive
  • ‪Paihia Wharf - ‬10 min walk
  • ‪Charlotte’s Kitchen - ‬11 min walk

About this property

Marlin Court Motel

Motel near Paihia Beach
Located close to Paihia Wharf and Waitangi Treaty Grounds, Marlin Court Motel has plenty to offer. Stay connected with free in-room WiFi.
You'll also find perks like:
  • An outdoor pool
  • Free self parking
  • Luggage storage
Room features
All guestrooms at Marlin Court Motel include perks such as premium bedding and air conditioning, in addition to amenities like free WiFi.
Other conveniences in all rooms include:
  • Heating and portable fans
  • Free tea bags/instant coffee and electric kettles
  • Bathrooms with showers and free toiletries
  • 32-inch LED TVs with Netflix, streaming services, and digital channels
  • Wardrobes/closets, kitchenettes, and refrigerators

Languages

English, Hindi, Portuguese

Property amenities

Internet

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

Parking and transportation

  • 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 elevator

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
  • Kitchenette
  • Microwave
  • Paper towels
  • Refrigerator
  • Stovetop
  • 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: 7:30 PM
Late check-in subject to availability
Minimum check-in age: 20

Check-out

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

Special check-in instructions

The front desk is open daily from 8:30 AM - 7:30 PM
Front desk staffed during limited hours
If you are planning to arrive after 7:30 PM please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation

Access methods

Front desk (limited hours)

Pets

Pets not allowed (service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees)

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
Rollaway/extra beds are not available
Cribs (infant beds) are not available

Property 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-authorize the guest's credit card prior to arrival.
Cashless transactions are available
Safety features at this property include a smoke detector

We should mention

This property does not have elevators
This property's policy is to refuse certain bookings for the purpose of group events or parties, including pre-wedding stag/bachelor and hen/bachelorette parties
Pool access available from 10:00 AM to 7:00 PM
Only registered guests are allowed in the guestrooms
A car is not required for transportation to and from this property
Children under 11 years old are not allowed in the swimming pool without adult supervision

National rating

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

Property is also known as

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Marlin Court Motel Paihia
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Frequently asked questions

Does Marlin Court Motel have a pool?

Yes, this property has an outdoor pool. Pool access is from 10:00 AM–7:00 PM.

Is Marlin Court Motel pet-friendly?

No, only service animals are welcome at the property.

How much is parking at Marlin Court Motel?

Self parking is free at this property.

What time is check-in at Marlin Court Motel?

Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; Check-in end time: 7:30 PM. Late check-in is available during limited hours.

What time is check-out at Marlin Court Motel?

Check-out is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Marlin Court Motel located?

Located in the heart of Paihia, this motel is within a 15-minute walk of Paihia Beach and Paihia Wharf. Waitangi Treaty Grounds and Russell Beach are also within 3 mi (5 km).

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Marlin Court Motel Reviews

Reviews

8.6

Excellent

Rating 10 - Excellent. 27 out of 59 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 23 out of 59 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 7 out of 59 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 2 out of 59 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 59 reviews

9.2/10

Cleanliness

9.2/10

Staff & service

8.4/10

Amenities

8.4/10

Property conditions & facilities

8.6/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10

Very welcoming and friendly host, we had an enjoyable two night stay here.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025

6/10

O k for 1 night stay
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

10/10

Awesome place
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025

10/10

great stay
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2024

8/10

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

Nice place to stay and enjoy the beach and surrounding areas
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2024

8/10

Very clean. Comfortable bed. Great value.
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2025

10/10

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

8/10

Good rooms and comfortable. Only improvement would be an AC to cool down a bit.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2024

6/10

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

8/10

Property was in easy walking distance to various dining options, shops and tourist activities. Very enjoyable stay.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2023

8/10

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

8/10

Was cozy comfortable clean easy access close to everything we wanted to do.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2022

10/10

Simple and basic but very clean and comfortable, great value for money and super friendly staff. Would highly recommend as a great place, very reasonably priced place to stay
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2023

10/10

It's great to see Kiwis running our motels
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2024

10/10

Great motel, with incredibly friendly and helpful staff. If your looking for a good place to stay with a great price this is your best bet.
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2023

10/10

Owner! Terrific!
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024

8/10

Very dated apartment, no air conditioning, no extractor fan in bathroom.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2025

10/10

Great place to stay, very clean and comfortable, walking distance to beach and shops. Highly recommend.
Stayed 6 nights in Jul 2023

10/10

Very friendly staff. Very clean and comfortable.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2023

10/10

Clean and spacious rooms. A nice stay!
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2022

8/10

Good price and clean and comfortable
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2023

8/10

Plenty of parking, Ruth was friendly, easy check in and out.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2023

10/10

Friendly staff. Very comfortable bedding. Great location. Easy walk to town and tours. Great wi-fi. Quiet.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2023

10/10

Close to beach. Roomy.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2024