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Marlin Court Motel

3.0 star property
Colonial motel in Paihia with free parking

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Surrounded by lush vegetation, this pool offers a serene escape.
Guests can park their vehicles in this convenient outdoor area, surrounded by lush greenery and palm trees.
Compact kitchen with a stainless steel sink, refrigerator, and microwave on a white countertop.
Relax on the balcony with a clear view of the surrounding neighborhood.
Relax in this serene space with a single bed, sofa, and flat-screen TV, offering a peaceful view of the surrounding greenery.

Reviews

8.6 out of 10
Excellent

Popular amenities

  • Pool
  • Air conditioning
  • Housekeeping
  • Kitchen
  • Parking included
  • Free WiFi
The current price is AU$97
includes taxes & fees
17 July - 18 July

Room options

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Two Bedroom Apartment

Two Bedroom Apartment

Highlights

Air conditioning
Heating
Kitchenette
Fridge
Dining table
LED TV
2 bedrooms
Portable fan
  • 52 sq m
  • Mountain view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Queen Bed and 2 Single 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
Separate bedroom
Portable fan
  • 36 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Queen Bed and 1 Single Bed

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Large Studio Apartment

Large Studio Apartment

7.6 out of 10
Good
(4 reviews)

Highlights

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

Map
60 Seaview Road, Paihia, 0200

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

  • ‪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 such as:
  • An outdoor pool
  • Free self-parking
  • Luggage storage
Room features
All guest rooms at Marlin Court Motel include thoughtful touches, such as premium bedding and air conditioning, in addition to amenities, such as 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/cupboards, kitchenettes and fridges

Languages

English, Hindi, Portuguese

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The price is AU$119
includes taxes & fees
20 July - 21 July
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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 time starts at 2:00 PM
Late check-in subject to availability
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 - 8:30 PM
Front desk staffed during limited hours
If you are planning to arrive after 8:00 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.
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

We should mention

This property does not have any lifts
This property's policy is to refuse certain bookings for the purpose of group events or parties, including stag and hen 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 transport 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 ratings 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 to 7:00 PM.

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

As of 16 July 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Marlin Court Motel on 17 July 2025 start from AU$96.81, 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 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 begins at 2:00 PM. Late check-in is available during limited hours.

What time is check-out at Marlin Court Motel?

Checkout 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

10/10

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

8/10

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

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

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

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

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

10/10

Owner! Terrific!
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024

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

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

10/10

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

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

8/10

Good bed and shower
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2022

10/10

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