Sanctuary Palms
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Sanctuary Palms

31 Bayview Road, Paihia, Northland, 0200, New Zealand
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When you stay at Sanctuary Palms in Paihia, you'll be near the beach, within a 10-minute walk of Bay of Islands and Te Ti Bay. This luxury apartment is 0.5 mi (0.7 km) from Paihia Wharf and 0.5 mi (0.9 km) from Paihia Beach.Show More
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4.3/5Cleanliness: 4.3
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Amenities
SpaPrivate ParkingFreeAirport Pick-up ServiceAirport Shuttle ServiceWi-Fi in Public Areas
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Surroundings
Airport: Kerikeri Airport
(23km)
Landmarks: Skydive Bay of Islands
(381m)
Landmarks: Cruise to the Hole in the Rock
(382m)
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Services & Amenities

Garden Suite
7

Garden Suite

1 King bed
Free Wi-Fi
Non-smoking
Air Conditioning
Private Bath
Refrigerator
Sea View
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Moulin Rouge Suite
4

Moulin Rouge Suite

1 King bed
Free Wi-Fi
Non-smoking
Air Conditioning
Private Bath
Refrigerator
TV
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the Pacifika Suite
6

the Pacifika Suite

1 King bed
Free Wi-Fi
Non-smoking
Air Conditioning
Private Bath
Refrigerator
Sea View
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Guest Reviews(12)

4.3/5
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  • Cleanliness4.3
  • Amenities4.3
  • Location4.3
  • Service4.3

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Guest User
March 6, 2024
My husband and I stayed at Sanctuary Palms for 2 nights at the very end of a 3-week trip traveling around the South and North Islands. I had been there in 1986 and wanted to share many of my experiences with my husband (who was my boyfriend back then). Paihia and the Bay of Islands were definately on our must see list. We booked the Moulin Rouge apartment and it was wonderful! Perched high above the the town, it offered breathtaking sunrises each morning and the sights and sounds of the town and water activity below in the evenings as the sun set. We highly recommend Sanctuary Palms for anyone looking for private luxury and outstanding amenities. There are so many activities available to tourists here. One stands alone, however - sailing on the R. Tucker Thompson. We spent 5 and a half hours on this working tall sailing ship. It was definately one of the most enjoyably, relaxing days during our time in New Zealand.
Guest User
October 29, 2023
The apartments were in a spectacular location, but up a steep narrow road and driveway. Not good for walking into the town as there is no footpath and it's very steep on the way back. The room was well set up with a small kitchenette but the dining options in the Paihia township were outstanding. Don't bother cooking! There are endless possibilities for things to do in and around Paihia - the most interesting is to get across the bay to Russell.
Guest User
April 2, 2023
This place is not a 4 star hotel. We paid almost $AUS700pn for the Pacifica suite but got something labelled 'room 4' - there is no way of knowing if this is what you paid for... The entry to our suite was a single damaged painted door in the garage. Our car park was in the weather at the side of the garage, narrow and next to a vertical drop. The 'suite' was musty with dust on many surfaces, curtains had tape holding them together. They provide a dehumidifier... The balcony was small and south facing, the plants almost dead and the bbq grubby. The 'ocean' view is a tiny glimpse sideways when standing on the balcony. Generally the place has not had an upgrade for at least 30 years. Do not stay here ....
Guest User
February 10, 2023
We stayed in this small ‘boutique’ complex in early feb 2023. I get the concept and when it was first opened over 10 years ago it must have been rather special. It’s an interesting one now and I can see why some might love this place and some would not. Its advantages are/were; small complex with only 4 accommodation units, no children, quiet location away from the town in an elevated position, no smoking, pretty good range of equipment (iron, fridge, washing /dryer machine, smart tv, jacuzzi bath, microwave etc), friendly staff when on site and the impressive welcome food/drink pack on arrival was a quality touch within an obvious attempt to provide something special with regard to accommodation. On the other hand; you definitely need a car, parking on site is tight, if you go out and drink/eat and can’t get a taxi back (you have to order one as there are no taxi ranks in the town) then the walk back up the hill is a killer and could not be done by anyone with mobility issues. It isn’t 5 minutes unless you’re an Olympic athlete! One apartment has a view over the bay which is probably spectacular but the others do not. We stayed in The Waterfall, or as it is now renamed The Garden, suite. This is the smallest of the 4 accommodation units. It had everything that you’d need for a comfortable self catering stay. It was commodious and aspects were ‘luxurious’ eg the large bed and the jacuzzi bath. However, we were disturbed by noise from upstairs and this was an obvious downside, there was no view except a small, although pleasant , garden/rain forest/outside trees by the lounge which is actually the top of the bank leading down to the road (and from the bedroom window you’d see the office and from the front door you’d see a wall) and there is nowhere you’d see the bay from, the waterfall was switched off or broken and there was nowhere to sit out in the evening (unless you count the doorstep). All of this was a shame. It was nice in many ways and I’m being picky but we had a dining table with 4 chairs (2 were ripped) when you could not get any more than 2 people in the apartment, a coffee machine that had a broken cup stand, couldn’t work out the tv in the living room (which was inferior to the one in the bedroom ?), a broken plastic toilet seat, a bit of kitchen panelling held in with sticky tape….and I mention these things not because they seriously affected our stay but because offering luxury standard accommodation requires a better attention to detail. I cannot comment upon any of the other three units. Basically, it’s a nice place and had some nice touches, and we enjoyed it, but we would have enjoyed it more if it had benefitted from a bit of TLC and greater attention to detail and we had had somewhere to sit out in the evening (such as a decking area by the lounge). And, given that that views of the bay of islands are spectacular from other properties in this town but there were none from this apartment ( and only from one in the co
Guest User
February 9, 2023
Check in office was closed, even though we'd called to say we would be there at 3pm. Waited in rain for 10 minutes. Apartment was 'very tired'. Thick dust on many of the surfaces, balcony was tiny and covered in plants and was really dirty. Perhaps you could see the sea at one time, but the trees have now grown too tall. The drive up to place is almost vertical. The bathroom has paint peeling from the windows. No separate shower.
Morris
January 24, 2023
Central location although a difficult walk up a steep hill. The overall amenities were good. The air conditioner in the bedroom didn’t work and footsteps from the apartment above were noisy. THe curtains in the bedroom didn’t fit and looked like they were second hand. The car parks were very tight.
Kerry
January 14, 2023
The view from the balcony was amazing. Thank you for the little extras in the bathroom and we loved the pod coffee machine. Comfy couch and easy access to wifi. We got the hang of airing the rooms, tricky in the wind. Thank you.
Guest User
December 1, 2022
We stayed in the Moulin Rouge suite. The accommodation has everything you need but the room is tired. The view from the balcony is enticing but, sadly, the trees in front of the property encroach enough to spoil what would otherwise be a fabulous view of the water. Two big issues - the construction of the property is such that you can hear every movement made by people in the suite above and the noise of their TV is enough to be disturbing. The other issue is the over-bath shower - to get into the shower you have to go up 2 steps to then step down into the deep spa bath for your shower and there are no handrails to hold onto. For older people, this is difficult - possibly dangerous. There is on-site parking but getting a car into and out of the property is not easy - especially if other guests don’t park where they are supposed to. Overall, we’d expect more/better for the price paid.
Lance
January 12, 2023
Easy self check in and check out. Very clean and cosy apartment.

Property Policies

Check-in and Check-out Times
Check-in: 14:00–21:30
Check-out: 07:00–10:00

Self check-in: Contact the property for instructions on how to obtain the card/keys

The property will provide check-in details after booking

Child Policies
Children cannot stay at this hotel.

Cribs and Extra Beds
For all room types, cribs cannot be added. Extra bed policies vary according to room type. Please refer to the relevant room type policy.

Breakfast
TypeWestern
AgeFee
Adult
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Additional breakfast fees are not included in the total and need to be paid at the property.

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Property Description

  • Number of Rooms: 4
When you stay at Sanctuary Palms in Paihia, you'll be near the beach, within a 10-minute walk of Bay of Islands and Te Ti Bay. This luxury apartment is 0.5 mi (0.7 km) from Paihia Wharf and 0.5 mi (0.9 km) from Paihia Beach.

Make use of convenient amenities, which include complimentary wireless internet access and tour/ticket assistance.

Continental breakfasts are available daily from 8:00 AM to 9:00 AM for a fee.

Featured amenities include luggage storage and laundry facilities. A roundtrip airport shuttle is provided for a surcharge (available on request), and self parking (subject to charges) is available onsite.

Treat yourself to a stay in one of the 4 individually decorated guestrooms, featuring fireplaces and flat-screen televisions. Kitchens are outfitted with refrigerators, ovens, and stovetops. Satellite programming and DVD players are provided for your entertainment, while complimentary wireless internet access keeps you connected. Conveniences include microwaves and coffee/tea makers, and housekeeping is provided on a limited basis.

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Frequently Asked Questions

How much does it cost to stay at Sanctuary Palms?

Prices at Sanctuary Palms are subject to change according to dates, hotel policy, and other factors. To view prices, please search for the dates you wish to stay at the hotel.

What is the closest airport to Sanctuary Palms?

The closest airport is Kerikeri Airport. It is 23.03km from the hotel and approximately a 23minutes journey by taxi.

What are the check-in and check-out times at Sanctuary Palms?

The check-in time is after 14:00 and the check-out time is before 10:00.

Does Sanctuary Palms provide airport transfer services?

Yes, Sanctuary Palms provides airport transfer services.

What amenities and services does Sanctuary Palms have?

Sanctuary Palms has the following amenities and services: Spa, Parking, Airport Pick-up Service.

Does Sanctuary Palms have a swimming pool?

No, Sanctuary Palms doesn't have a pool.

Does Sanctuary Palms have fitness amenities?

No, Sanctuary Palms doesn't have fitness amenities.

Does Sanctuary Palms provide Wi-Fi?

Please view the amenity list on the hotel page.

Does Sanctuary Palms have non-smoking rooms?

Yes, Sanctuary Palms has non-smoking rooms. Please view the hotel listing for details.

Does Sanctuary Palms provide breakfast?

Yes, Sanctuary Palms provides breakfast.

About This Property

Nearest AirportKerikeri Airport
Distance to Airport23.03KM
Hotel Star Rating5