Dolphin Motel provides amenities like a garden and laundry facilities. Stay connected with free in-room WiFi.
You'll also enjoy perks such as:
Free self parking
Luggage storage, smoke-free premises, and barbecue grills
Tour/ticket assistance
Guest reviews speak highly of the helpful staff and location
Room features
All guestrooms are individually furnished, and offer amenities such as free WiFi. Guest reviews highly rate the clean rooms at the property.
Extra amenities include:
Bathrooms with showers and free toiletries
32-inch LCD TVs with satellite channels
Mini fridges, microwaves, and toasters
Languages
Chinese (Mandarin), English
Property amenities
Internet
Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
Available in some public areas: Free WiFi
Parking and transportation
Free self parking on site
Wheelchair-accessible parking available
Onsite parking includes off-street options
Family friendly
Laundry facilities
Microwave
Mini-fridge
Guest services
Front desk (limited hours)
Housekeeping (once per stay)
Laundry facilities
Luggage storage
Tour/ticket assistance
Outdoors
BBQ grill(s)
Garden
Picnic area
Accessibility
If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
This property does not have elevators
Wheelchair-accessible parking
2 on-site accessible parking spaces
Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
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Smoke-free property
Room amenities
Bedroom
Bed sheets
Blackout drapes/curtains
Bathroom
Free toiletries
Hair dryer
Private bathroom
Shower
Towels
Entertainment
32-inch LCD TV
Satellite channels
Food and drink
Coffee/tea maker
Cookware/dishes/utensils
Microwave
Mini-fridge
Toaster
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Guidebooks/recommendations
Individually decorated
Individually furnished
Iron/ironing board (on request)
Local maps
Restaurant dining guide
Window screens
Policies
Check-in
Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: 6:00 PM
Early check-in subject to availability
Contactless check-in available
Late check-in subject to availability
Minimum check-in age: 21
Check-out
Check-out before 10 AM
Special check-in instructions
The front desk is open daily from 8 AM - 6:00 PM
Guests must contact the property in advance for check-in instructions; front desk staffed during limited hours
To make arrangements for check-in please contact the property at least 48 hours before arrival using the information on the booking confirmation
If you are planning to arrive after 5:00 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
2 children, up to the age of 3 years, can stay for free if using existing beds when occupying the parent or guardian's room
Rollaway/extra 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, debit 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
Minimum Spring Break check-in age is 23 years old
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, debit cards, and cash
Cashless transactions are available
Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Noise-free guestrooms cannot be guaranteed
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and outdoor lighting
Property Registration Number 115946340
We should mention
This property does not have elevators
Only registered guests are allowed in the guestrooms
Alcohol is not served at this property
National rating
For the benefit of our customers, we have provided a rating based on our rating system.
Property is also known as
Dolphin Motel Paihia
Dolphin Paihia
Dolphin Motel Motel
Dolphin Motel Paihia
Dolphin Motel Motel Paihia
Frequently asked questions
Is Dolphin Motel pet-friendly?
No, only service animals are welcome at the property.
How much is parking at Dolphin Motel?
Self parking is free at this property.
What time is check-in at Dolphin Motel?
Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: 6:00 PM. Late check-in is available during limited hours.
What time is check-out at Dolphin Motel?
Check-out is at 10 AM.
Where is Dolphin Motel located?
Situated in Paihia, this motel is within a 10-minute walk of Bay of Islands, Paihia Wharf, and Paihia Beach. Te Ti Bay and St Paul’s Church are also within 10 minutes.
Dolphin Motel Reviews
Reviews
8.6
Excellent
All reviews shown are from real guest experiences. Only travelers who have booked a stay with us can submit a review. We verify reviews according to our guidelines and publish all reviews, positive or negative.
Rating 10 - Excellent. 327 out of 659 reviews" "
10 - Excellent
327
Rating 8 - Good. 219 out of 659 reviews" "
8 - Good
219
Rating 6 - Okay. 68 out of 659 reviews" "
6 - Okay
68
Rating 4 - Poor. 33 out of 659 reviews" "
4 - Poor
33
Rating 2 - Terrible. 12 out of 659 reviews" "
2 - Terrible
12
8.8/10
Cleanliness
8.8/10
Staff & service
8.6/10
Amenities
8.4/10
Property conditions & facilities
8.2/10
Eco-friendliness
Reviews
10/10 Excellent
Izaak
Traveled with family and small children
16 January 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities
Great stay the hosts were more than helpful with sorting out parking and security for our boat.
Izaak
Stayed 4 nights in Jan 2025
8/10 Good
Willie
Traveled with family and small children
11 January 2025
Liked: Staff & service, amenities
We had a pleasant stay here. We had the 2 bedroom unit. It was well equipped and comfortable.
The carpets were a bit worn out and the dishwasher wasn't working.
Place was a great location, rooms very clean & tidy, beds comfy, check in and out so easy. Very relaxed atmosphere. We would recommend and definately come back.
A tall standing mirror attached to wardrobe door would be great.
Convenient to town and beach as well as affordable. Minor but there was a spiderweb up in the bathroom that may have been there for about a week. It's not a biggie but something that could be done about it
Mele
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2024
8/10 Good
Chiu shu
19 December 2024
Chiu shu
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2024
10/10 Excellent
Nigel
Traveled with family
23 November 2024
Liked: Amenities
1st class accommodation, nothing spectacular but clean, well maintained and comfortable.
Just a 5 minute walk from the seafront and it’s many bars/restaurants/attractions/tours.
Management friendly and accommodating. Room very clean and comfortable. Location ideal for walking around the hub of Paihia. Only stayed overnight to go on a day tour. What I was able to see and do in a very short time frame was very impressed. Another “to come back and stay” on my list.
the shower wasn't so good as it ran out of hot water to soon,think its on a timer, otherwise thought the man was lovely as we had an upstair unit booked but because we are old he changed to one down stair.
Friendly staff and very helpful. Location is good and it's not far from the shopping centre.
Eric
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2024
6/10 Okay
Shamil
Traveled with family
16 September 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Its okay for few night
Shamil
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2024
8/10 Good
Anne
15 September 2024
Liked: Staff & service, amenities
the checkin guy was very helpful
Anne
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2024
4/10 Poor
Amanda
Traveled with family
20 July 2024
Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Cleanliness
Staff were very nice and location was walking distance to shops and restaurants. Room was outdated and had a bad smell. Also, there were only a few channels that worked.
The room is very clean and it has a good size tv. Nice kitchen. Hour the head supervisor is so kind, polite and accommodating. This place is highly recommended.