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No setting in New Zealand is richer in history or nature than the Bay of Islands, and Paihia is at its centre - the departure point for all the boating and bay tour activities that explore the birthplace (te pitowhenua) of New Zealand / Aotearoa. The cradle of this multi-cultural country, the nation’s iconic and unmissable Waitangi Treaty Grounds and national marae (Maori meeting house) are also close by, along with wineries and boutique cheese, confectioners and a farmers’ market. Just 7 minutes’ drive from all this, handy to the bustling yet laid-back townships of Kerikeri and Paihia, with their restaurants, food oulets and souvenir shops, you’ll discover the space and peace of The Riverside Homestead.

We stayed for two nights at the Riverside Homestead while visiting Bay of Islands and a day trip out to Cape Reinga. What a wonderful stay - the house is one of the most peaceful places we have stayed at. Michael and Chris have exceptional attention to details, from calming music when entering the room to an excellent breakfast on the balcony while enjoying the fantastic views down to the river. Everything at breakfast was home made as well! Great location to some nice restaurants, breweries and to the treaty ground. We will definitely recommend friends and family to stay here!

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9.5
Exceptional
22 reviews
Price from
US$211
per night

Offering quiet street views, Top of the Bay is an accommodation situated in Paihia, 600 metres from Te Ti Bay Beach and less than 1 km from Paihia Beach. This guest house features free private parking and private check-in and check-out. The guest house offers sea views and a sun terrace.

Very clean and comfy. The view was amazing!

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8.6
Fabulous
58 reviews
Price from
US$107
per night

Featuring garden views, Pipiroa Bay Homestay provides accommodation with a private beach area and a patio, around 7.6 km from Christ church. This beachfront property offers access to a balcony, free private parking and free WiFi.

Lovely large property, really comfortable. Owner was brilliant and so friendly. The views were AMAZING. It's a most definite place to stay.

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8.8
Fabulous
79 reviews
Price from
US$95
per night

Just 450 metres from Kororareka Bay, Bellrock Lodge offers studios with a private balcony and lovely bay and town views.

A kitchenette with a dishwasher, microwave and refrigerator is standard in all studios. Each air-conditioned studio features flat-screen satellite TV, a DVD player and an iPod docking station.

The owners Catherine and Stewart were the perfect hosts! They had a great balance between privacy and sharing important information about where to go.

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9.3
Superb
129 reviews
Price from
US$154
per night

The Pacific Room, Tapeka Point, a property with a garden and a terrace, is set in Russell, 200 metres from Tapeka Point Beach, 2.8 km from Long Beach, as well as 1.2 km from Flagstaff Hill. Christ church is 2.3 km away and Russell Museum is 2.3 km from the guest house.

Beautiful place with excellent facilities. Bridgette welcoming and friendly. Comfiest bed ever. Thank you.

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9.1
Superb
7 reviews
Price from
US$95
per night

Set in the Bay of Islands, Fantail River Lodge offers a garden. All rooms feature a TV with satellite channels and a private bathroom. Rooms come with a balcony with views of the garden.

The rooms at the guest house are fitted with a seating area. Every room is fitted with a kettle, while selected rooms here will provide you with a kitchenette with a microwave. All rooms will provide guests with a fridge.

Everything was perfect! The property has a beautiful ground with an outdoor area by the river. The loft itself where we stayed was perfect. It’s very dog friendly with a gated garden for our dog to roam around. The space has everything we need and more! Chris and Val are absolutely lovely, such amazing hosts and we’d love to go back there. Thank you for your unrivaled hospitality :)

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9.8
Exceptional
45 reviews

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Travellers on a budget looking to experience a place like a local will enjoy homestays. This simple accommodation is in a private home, where the host also lives. All facilities are shared and in most cases breakfast is included.
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Homestays that guests love in Paihia

  • 9.4
    Scored 9.4
    Superb
    Rated superb
     · 166 reviews
    Absolutely beautiful location, great accommodation with everything you need. Great hosts. The surroundings are perfect. Plenty of shop, explorations & dining place.
    Greg
    Young couple
  • Avg. price/night: US$135.17
    8.8
    Scored 8.8
    Fabulous
    Rated fabulous
     · 443 reviews
    Very clean & comfortable with lovely hosts 👌
    Joanne
    Family with young children
  • 8.1
    Scored 8.1
    Very good
    Rated very good
     · 647 reviews
    Great hostel in a great location
    Ben
    Young couple
  • Avg. price/night: US$82.94
    9.6
    Scored 9.6
    Exceptional
    Rated exceptional
     · 179 reviews
    Mike was a great host. The daily breakfasts and service was perfect for our stay. Very close to a lot of activities and the views from the room was amazing. Great place for couples to get away, the spa was perfect after a long day out.
    Wilson
    Young couple
  • Avg. price/night: US$81.13
    8.2
    Scored 8.2
    Very good
    Rated very good
     · 2,640 reviews
    Close to the beach and shops. Off street parking. Great hosts very friendly
    Wade
    Young couple
  • Avg. price/night: US$64.51
    8.5
    Scored 8.5
    Very good
    Rated very good
     · 321 reviews
    Good location, clean and had the basics, lovely host
    Laura
    Young couple
  • Avg. price/night: US$82.94
    9.6
    Scored 9.6
    Exceptional
    Rated exceptional
     · 179 reviews
    Mike was extremely helpful and friendly - giving us loads of information on walks we could do. The property was absolutely beautiful with amazing views. The room itself was really clean and well maintained and very quiet. The breakfast was delicious with different fresh fruit every morning. Mike is a great host and we will definitely be back and will recommend this place to our friends. We really appreciated Mike's knowledge and friendly personality.
    Angela
    Young couple
  • 7.8
    Scored 7.8
    Good
    Rated good
     · 107 reviews
    Breathtaking views of the bay, clean comfortable affordable accommodation and lovely hosts couldn't ask for more. Thanks so much for having us 🥰
    zoe
    Young couple
  • Avg. price/night: US$63.90
    7.8
    Scored 7.8
    Good
    Rated good
     · 159 reviews
    The property is great! Everything you need is available in the room. We have now stayed 3 times in 2 weeks because of how comfortable a stay we had there. Great hosts who are so accommodating with our request to park our boat. The rooms are clean and I was impressed with having a plunger coffee pot available. Beds are comfortable and location is perfect. Just a short walk to all the shops. Will definitely be back to stay!
    Andy
    Family with young children
  • 8.6
    Scored 8.6
    Fabulous
    Rated fabulous
     · 103 reviews
    We were left to our own to enjoy a private home away from home.
    erin
    Group