Name: Marlin Court Motel
Address: 60 Seaview Road, Paihia, New Zealand, Paihia, Northland, New Zealand
Rating: 8.08

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8.1

Very good

Based on 310 verified reviews

Who stays here?

Couple

45%

Family

35%

Group

10%

Solo

8%

What guests think

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At Marlin Court Motel, travelers frequently praise the welcoming, helpful hosts, clean and comfortable rooms, and a walkable location near the beach, town, and ferry, while noting that the property feels dated or basic and some rooms lack air conditioning.

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4

Linda

2 Feb 2026

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Stayed 2 nights

Old and rusty

10

sean

29 Jan 2026

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Stayed 7 nights

Had a great time here. Stayed for 7 nights. Had no issues, close to the beach not a far walk from the wharf. Staff were lovely and the pool and spa pool were nice to relax in. Cheaper than most of the other motels so you dont feel ripped off. Will come back again.

10

Rebecca

16 Sept 2025

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Stayed 2 nights

The service was awesome and the rooms were perfect for our large group.

6

Kevin

6 Jun 2025

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Stayed 1 night

Toilet door didn’t lock, not as tidy as photos indicate and expensive for what it was. noisy outside at night with foreigners talking and shouting.

6

Janine

23 Apr 2025

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Stayed 1 night

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60 Seaview Road, Paihia, New Zealand

Location

You'll be centrally located in Paihia with a stay at Marlin Court Motel, within a 15-minute walk of Paihia Wharf and Paihia Beach. This spa motel is 2.1 mi (3.4 km) from Waitangi Treaty Grounds and 3.6 mi (5.8 km) from Haruru Falls.

Bay of Islands(0.2 Miles)

St Paul’s Church(0.3 Miles)

Paihia Wharf(0.6 Miles)

Paihia Beach(0.6 Miles)

Te Ti Bay(0.8 Miles)

Makana Chocolate Boutique(0.9 Miles)

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From 14:00 to 20:30

Before 10:00

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Yes, free self parking is available onsite.

Check-in is from 2:00 PM to 8:30 PM, and check-out is by 10:00 AM. Early or late check-in/check-out may be available upon request.

The property is centrally located in Paihia, within a 15-minute walk of Paihia Wharf and Paihia Beach. It is 2.1 miles from Waitangi Treaty Grounds and 3.6 miles from Haruru Falls.

Yes, there is a seasonal outdoor pool available, with access from 10:00 AM to 8:00 PM.

Children are allowed at the property, but specific age policies for free stays are not provided.

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Location

Property policies

Check-in instructions

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