Scenic Hotel Bay of Islands has island-influenced architecture with beautifully landscaped grounds and light airy rooms. Situated at the entrance to the seaside town of Paihia, it’s a pleasant stroll into town to the main wharf, visitor activities, fine dining and shopping.                                                     
                            While staying at the 4 star plus Scenic Hotel Bay of Islands you will experience our lush gardens, with water features and our easy walking access to Paihia's main local attractions. Any time of year is ideal for escaping to the Bay of Islands in the ‘winterless north’, and this property is the perfect resort-style retreat. Whether you are here for business or pleasure, the relaxed atmosphere of Scenic Hotel Bay of Islands will melt away your stresses in moments. The entire property has been extensively refurbished and expanded, and the attention to detail will impress you. The only danger is you’ll like it so much you won’t want to leave your room or the grounds!
                                             
Room
The hotel has 114 standard, superior and air-conditioned deluxe rooms. All rooms are non-smoking and there are rooms available to cater for families and special access needs.
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Dining
The Nikau Restaurant offers casual dining in a relaxed atmosphere, with the Lounge Bar complete with large screen TV an ideal place to catch up with friends and unwind before and after dinner.
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Scenic Hotel Bay of Islands is situated on 4 acres of attractive gardens. There is an outdoor swimming pool and a communal terrace area.
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Reviews
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Theresa S
Great family friendly hotel. Awesome staff, clean rooms
What a beautiful spot, staff are polite and friendly, buffet was great. We had a great stay thank you. Breakfast was lovely.
Moana H
Highly recommend
Highly recommend this establishment. The staff were helpful and friendly, and the rooms were spacious and clean. Nice big smart TV. For the cost it was excellent
 
         
                                     
                                     
                                     
                                     
                                     
                                     
                                     
                                     
                                     
                                     
                                     
                                     
                                     
                                     
                                     
                                     
                                     
                                     
                                     
                                     
                                     
                                     
                                     
                                     
                                     
                                     
                                     
                                     
                                     
                                     
                                     
                                     
                                     
                                        
                         
                                        
                         
                                        
                         
                                        
                         
                                        
                         
                                        
                         
                                        
                         
                                        
                         
                                        
                         
                                        
                         
                                        
                         
                                        
                         
                                        
                         
                                        
                         
                                        
                         
                                        
                         
                                        
                         
                                        
                        