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Dolphin Motel | Hotel in Paihia

8.5 (929 Reviews) |  11 Bathrooms  38 Guests
Paihia Hotel | Dolphin Motel

Hotel in Paihia

Dolphin Motel is centrally located just 328 feet 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 accommodations of studios, 1 and 2-bedroom units and family units. Some include a fully equipped kitchen and ceiling fans. All are nonsmoking. Laundry facilities and free car parking are available for guests. The tour desk can book local activities, such as dolphin-watching cruises and arrange itineraries and reservations throughout the country. Dolphin Motel is located 328 feet from the beach and the shops and cafes of Paihia town center. Paihia Ex-Servicemen's Club is a 1-minute walk from the motel.

Dolphin Motel is located in Paihia.

This 13 Bedrooms Hotel is suitable for tourists and travelers. It has several amenities that would guarantee your comfort. These amenities include: Wheelchair Accessible, Parking, View, and several others. This is a good star rated property and has over 929 reviews with the average score of 8.5 . Coming to Paihia and needing a place to stay? Be it for work or for leisure, consider staying at this Hotel for your next visit, you will surely love it.

You can check the reviews and description of this 13 Bedrooms Hotel if you want to learn more about this place in Paihia. These details are authentic, as they are provided by our partner, booking.com.

This Dolphin Motel in Paihia is well equipped and has all facilities that have been listed below. Please note that these details were shared to us by booking.com for the listed “Dolphin Motel”. We solely rely on their shared details and are regarded as “accurate”. If you have any concerns about the information or accuracy describing this Hotel, please let us know.

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Amenities

Parking
Designated Smoking Area
View
Wheelchair Accessible
Balcony/Terrace
Accessibility
Transportation/Shuttle
Security/Safety
Sports/Activities
Guest Services
Barbecue/Outdoor Cooking
Child Friendly
Heating
Internet
Laundry

Facility Overview

Parking
  • Free parking
  • Street parking
  • Parking
  • Accessible parking
  • Private Parking
  • Parking on site
Accessibility
  • Lowered sink
  • Toilet with grab rails
  • Raised toilet
  • Wheelchair accessible
Activities
  • Golf course (within 2 miles)
  • Windsurfing
  • Cycling
  • Hiking
  • Snorkeling
  • Canoeing
  • Diving
  • Fishing
  • Horseback riding
General
  • Family rooms
  • Non-smoking rooms
  • Heating
  • Wifi in all areas
  • Smoke-free property
  • Designated smoking area
  • Facilities for disabled guests
Guest Services
  • Shuttle service
  • Ironing service
  • Daily housekeeping
  • Shuttle service (additional charge)
  • Baggage storage
  • Tour desk
  • Fax/Photocopying
  • Private check-in/out
Internet
  • Free Wifi
  • Internet
  • Wifi
Outdoors
  • BBQ facilities
  • Picnic area
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Garden
Security/Safety
  • Fire extinguishers
  • Key access
  • 24-hour security
  • Smoke alarms
  • CCTV outside property
  • Guests have the option to cancel any cleaning services for their accommodation during their stay
  • Guest accommodation sealed after cleaning
  • Linens, towels, and laundry washed in accordance with local authority guidelines
  • Guest accommodation disinfected between stays
  • Use of cleaning chemicals that are effective against coronavirus
  • Face masks for guests available
  • Staff follow all safety protocols as directed by local authorities
  • Hand sanitizer in guest accommodation and common areas
  • Physical distancing rules followed
  • Cashless payment available
  • Screens or physical barriers between staff and guests in appropriate areas
  • Contactless check-in/out
  • All plates, cutlery, glasses, and other tableware sanitized

Policies

Check-in
The minimum age for check-in is 21
Cancellation policy
Free cancellation
Pet Policy
Pets are not allowed

Guests arriving outside reception opening hours (7:30-6:30) are kindly requested to inform the hotel in advance. contact details can be found on the booking confirmation.please inform of your expected arrival time in advance. you can use the special requests box when booking, or contact the property directly using the contact details in your confirmation, guests are required to show a photo id and credit card upon check-in. please note that all special requests are subject to availability and additional charges may apply.

Reviews

Value for money:
8.33
Location:
9.21
Staff:
8.92
Facilities:
8.27
Comfort:
8.51
Cleanliness:
8.57
Raymond
Oct 31, 2026 07:00:00 AM
Review Score:   9
New Zealand
Reviewer Type: Couple
Travel Purpose: leisure
Positive: Clean tidy, very quiet and peaceful, close to shops and restaurants and the beach. I always enjoy my stay at Dolphin Motel
Summary: Quiet relaxing stay at Dolphin Motel
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Room Arrangement

Room Info Facilities
One-Bedroom Apartment
Room Type: Apartment
Room Size: 25 m2
2 Twin bed(s) Bed
1 Queen bed(s) Bed
One-Bedroom Apartment

Food & Drink

Tea/Coffee maker

Bathroom

Toilet, Free toiletries, Toilet paper, Shower, Towels, Shampoo, Private bathroom, Body soap, Bath or shower, Towels/sheets (extra fee), Hairdryer

Media & Technology

Flat-screen TV, Cable channels, TV

Kitchen

Kitchenware, Wine glasses, Microwave, Kitchenette, Stovetop, Electric kettle, Refrigerator, Dining table, Toaster

General

Key access, Carpeted, Heating, Trash cans, Fan

Bedroom

Linens

Outdoors

Outdoor furniture

Room amenities

Clothes rack, Non-feather pillow
Standard Two-Bedroom Apartment
Room Type: Apartment
Room Size: 35 m2
1 Queen bed(s) Bed
2 Twin bed(s) Bed
Standard Two-Bedroom Apartment

Food & Drink

Tea/Coffee maker

Bathroom

Toilet, Free toiletries, Toilet paper, Shower, Towels, Shampoo, Private bathroom, Body soap, Bath or shower, Towels/sheets (extra fee), Hairdryer

Media & Technology

Flat-screen TV, Cable channels, TV

Kitchen

Kitchenware, Wine glasses, Microwave, Kitchenette, Stovetop, Electric kettle, Refrigerator, Dining table, Toaster

General

Key access, Carpeted, Heating, Trash cans, Fan

Bedroom

Linens

Outdoors

Outdoor furniture

Room amenities

Clothes rack, Non-feather pillow
Large Family Apartment
Room Type: Apartment
Room Size: 60 m2
3 Twin bed(s) Bed
2 Queen bed(s) Bed
Large Family Apartment

Food & Drink

Tea/Coffee maker

Bathroom

Toilet, Free toiletries, Toilet paper, Shower, Towels, Shampoo, Private bathroom, Body soap, Bath or shower, Towels/sheets (extra fee), Hairdryer

Media & Technology

Flat-screen TV, Cable channels, TV

General

Carpeted, Key access, Heating, Trash cans, Fan, Air conditioning

Kitchen

Kitchenware, Wine glasses, Microwave, Kitchenette, Stovetop, Oven, Electric kettle, Refrigerator, Dining table, Kitchen, Toaster

Outdoors

Barbecue, Outdoor furniture, Balcony, Terrace

Living Area

Seating area, Sofa, Dining area

Bedroom

Linens, Wardrobe or closet

View

Garden view, Inner courtyard view, Quiet street view

Room amenities

Clothes rack, Non-feather pillow
Standard King Studio
Room Type: Studio
Room Size: 25 m2
1 King bed(s) Bed
Standard King Studio

Food & Drink

Tea/Coffee maker

Bathroom

Toilet, Free toiletries, Toilet paper, Shower, Towels, Shampoo, Private bathroom, Body soap, Bath or shower, Towels/sheets (extra fee), Hairdryer

Media & Technology

Flat-screen TV, Cable channels, TV

Kitchen

Kitchenware, Wine glasses, Microwave, Kitchenette, Stovetop, Electric kettle, Refrigerator, Dining table, Toaster

General

Key access, Carpeted, Heating, Trash cans, Fan

Bedroom

Linens

Outdoors

Outdoor furniture

Room amenities

Clothes rack, Non-feather pillow
Large King Studio
Room Type: Studio
Room Size: 32 m2
1 Twin bed(s) Bed
1 King bed(s) Bed
Large King Studio

Food & Drink

Tea/Coffee maker

Bathroom

Toilet, Free toiletries, Toilet paper, Shower, Towels, Shampoo, Private bathroom, Body soap, Bath or shower, Towels/sheets (extra fee), Hairdryer

Media & Technology

Flat-screen TV, Cable channels, TV

General

Key access, Heating, Trash cans, Fan, Air conditioning, Tile/marble floor

Kitchen

Kitchenware, Wine glasses, Microwave, Kitchenette, Stovetop, Electric kettle, Refrigerator, Dining table, Kitchen, Toaster

Living Area

Seating area

Bedroom

Linens, Wardrobe or closet

Outdoors

Outdoor furniture

Room amenities

Clothes rack, Non-feather pillow
Standard One-Bedroom Apartment
Room Type: Apartment
Room Size: 30 m2
2 Twin bed(s) Bed
1 King bed(s) Bed
Standard One-Bedroom Apartment

Food & Drink

Tea/Coffee maker

Bathroom

Toilet, Free toiletries, Toilet paper, Shower, Towels, Shampoo, Private bathroom, Body soap, Bath or shower, Towels/sheets (extra fee), Hairdryer

Media & Technology

Flat-screen TV, Cable channels, TV

Kitchen

Kitchenware, Wine glasses, Microwave, Kitchenette, Stovetop, Electric kettle, Refrigerator, Dining table, Toaster

General

Key access, Carpeted, Heating, Trash cans, Fan

Bedroom

Linens

Outdoors

Outdoor furniture

Room amenities

Clothes rack, Non-feather pillow
Standard Queen Studio
Room Type: Studio
Room Size: 22 m2
1 Queen bed(s) Bed
Standard Queen Studio

Food & Drink

Tea/Coffee maker

Bathroom

Toilet, Free toiletries, Toilet paper, Shower, Towels, Shampoo, Private bathroom, Body soap, Bath or shower, Towels/sheets (extra fee), Hairdryer

Media & Technology

Flat-screen TV, Cable channels, TV

Kitchen

Wine glasses, Microwave, Kitchenette, Electric kettle, Refrigerator, Dining table, Toaster

General

Key access, Carpeted, Heating, Trash cans, Fan

Bedroom

Linens

Outdoors

Outdoor furniture

Room amenities

Clothes rack, Non-feather pillow
Superior Studio with Two Queen Beds
Room Type: Studio
Room Size: 30 m2
2 Queen bed(s) Bed
Superior Studio with Two Queen Beds

Food & Drink

Tea/Coffee maker

Bathroom

Toilet, Free toiletries, Toilet paper, Shower, Towels, Shampoo, Private bathroom, Body soap, Bath or shower, Towels/sheets (extra fee), Hairdryer

Media & Technology

Flat-screen TV, Cable channels, TV

General

Carpeted, Key access, Heating, Smoke alarm, Trash cans, Electric blankets, Air conditioning

Kitchen

Kitchenware, Wine glasses, Microwave, Kitchenette, Stovetop, Electric kettle, Refrigerator, Dining table, Toaster

Outdoors

Balcony, Outdoor furniture

Living Area

Sofa

View

Garden view, View, Inner courtyard view, Quiet street view, City view

Bedroom

Linens, Wardrobe or closet

Room amenities

Clothes rack, Socket near the bed, Non-feather pillow
Superior King Studio
Room Type: Studio
Room Size: 24 m2
1 King bed(s) Bed
Superior King Studio

Food & Drink

Tea/Coffee maker

Bathroom

Toilet, Free toiletries, Toilet paper, Shower, Towels, Shampoo, Private bathroom, Body soap, Bath or shower, Towels/sheets (extra fee), Hairdryer

Media & Technology

Flat-screen TV, Cable channels, TV

General

Carpeted, Key access, Heating, Smoke alarm, Trash cans, Electric blankets, Air conditioning

Kitchen

Kitchenware, Wine glasses, Microwave, Kitchenette, Stovetop, Electric kettle, Refrigerator, Dining table, Toaster

Living Area

Seating area, Sofa

Bedroom

Linens, Wardrobe or closet

Outdoors

Outdoor furniture

Room amenities

Clothes rack, Socket near the bed, Non-feather pillow
Superior Apartment
Room Type: Apartment
Room Size: 45 m2
1 Queen bed(s) Bed
1 Queen bed(s) Bed
Superior Apartment

Food & Drink

Tea/Coffee maker

Bathroom

Toilet, Free toiletries, Toilet paper, Shower, Towels, Shampoo, Private bathroom, Body soap, Bath or shower, Towels/sheets (extra fee), Hairdryer

Media & Technology

Flat-screen TV, Cable channels, TV

General

Carpeted, Key access, Heating, Smoke alarm, Trash cans, Electric blankets, Air conditioning

Kitchen

Kitchenware, Wine glasses, Microwave, Kitchenette, Stovetop, Electric kettle, Refrigerator, Dining table, Toaster

Outdoors

Balcony, Outdoor furniture

Living Area

Sofa

View

Garden view, View, Inner courtyard view, Quiet street view, City view

Bedroom

Linens

Room amenities

Clothes rack, Socket near the bed, Non-feather pillow
Superior King Studio - Disability Access
Room Type: Studio
Room Size: 24 m2
1 King bed(s) Bed
Superior King Studio - Disability Access

Food & Drink

Tea/Coffee maker

Bathroom

Toilet, Free toiletries, Toilet paper, Shower, Towels, Shampoo, Private bathroom, Body soap, Walk-in shower, Bath or shower, Towels/sheets (extra fee), Hairdryer

Media & Technology

Flat-screen TV, Cable channels, TV

General

Carpeted, Key access, Heating, Smoke alarm, Trash cans, Electric blankets, Air conditioning

Kitchen

Kitchenware, Wine glasses, Microwave, Kitchenette, Stovetop, Electric kettle, Refrigerator, Dining table, Toaster

Living Area

Sofa

Bedroom

Linens

Outdoors

Outdoor furniture

Accessibility

Lowered sink, Entire unit wheelchair accessible, Raised toilet, Adapted bath, Roll-in shower, Shower chair, Toilet with grab rails, Entire unit located on ground floor

Room amenities

Clothes rack, Socket near the bed, Non-feather pillow

FAQ's

Is this property pet-friendly for guests?

No, pets are not allowed at this property. Check the guest reviews to learn what guests had to share.

What time is check-in & check-out at property?

Check-in time for Dolphin Motel starts counting from 3:00 PM and check-out is until 10:00 AM. However, early check-in or late check-out can sometimes be negotiated between the guest and the owner or the manager of this property.

Does the property have a swimming pool?

No, this Dolphin Motel does not have a swimming pool. Check the Facility Overview section for details about the pool and other available facilities.

How much does it cost per night to stay in property?

Best-rates for the Dolphin Motel starts from $158 per night with includes Parking, View, Accessibility, Sports/Activities, Heating, Laundry, Designated Smoking Area, Guest Services, Barbecue/Outdoor Cooking, Child Friendly, Internet, Balcony/Terrace, Transportation/Shuttle, Security/Safety, Wheelchair Accessible with all other facilities. matches every traveler with their perfect accommodation, whether you are traveling with a group, friends, family, or pets.

Is property a family-friendly place to stay?

Based on the information we have received from the owner or our partner, this is considered to be a family-friendly property. Families have rated this hotel Good or guests have recommended them suitable for families. As reported by the owner or manager, the hotel has specified that children are welcome. Please see details about suitability for your family or inquire with the property to learn more.

Is the property wheelchair accessible or offer services for disabled guests?

Based on the information received from our partner, the Dolphin Motel is wheelchair accessible. Likewise, there is an elevator specified as being available at the property. Specific accessibility details may be addressed in the property details section of this page.

What is the minimum night stay policy for the property?

Based on the information reported by the owner or manager, the Dolphin Motel indicates 1 day stay policy at this hotel. Guests are cautioned that the minimum stay policy may differ based on seasonality or availability and may be at the discretion of the owner or manager.

What cancellation policy is in place for property?

Guests are cautioned that the cancellation policy may differ based on seasonality, availability, or current travel restrictions. Guests should also be aware that this policy may be subject to change and should be confirmed prior to booking. More details may be available on this page in the property description. However, early check-in or late check-out can sometimes be negotiated between the guest and the owner or the manager of this property.