Is parking available at the property?

Free self-parking is available on-site for guests.

What are the check-in and check-out times?

Check-in is from 1:00 PM to 8:00 PM, and check-out is by 10:00 AM. Early or late check-in/check-out may be available upon request and could incur additional charges.

Are airport shuttle services available?

Airport shuttle services are available for a surcharge of NZD 80 per vehicle (one-way, maximum occupancy 3). Guests must contact the property 24 hours prior to arrival to arrange the transfer.

What is the location of the property in relation to key landmarks?

The property is centrally located in Paihia, just steps from the Bay of Islands and 4 minutes by foot from Te Ti Bay. It is 0.2 km from Paihia Wharf and 0.3 km from Paihia Beach.

What are the policies for guests staying with children?

Children are allowed at the property, and the minimum age for children to stay for free is not specified.

Austria Motel

What guests think

At Austria Motel, reviewers highlight a very convenient, walkable location near the beach, wharf, and shops, along with welcoming owners and consistently clean, comfortable rooms that suit straightforward stays in Paihia without unnecessary frills.

Guests often mention spacious layouts, balconies or decks, handy kitchenettes, and a quiet setting, with some rooms featuring harbour views. Common drawbacks are weak or unreliable Wi‑Fi and tight or tricky parking access, and a few describe the property as older despite being well maintained. Overall, expect a straightforward, no‑fuss base for the Bay of Islands.

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Cleanliness

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Facilities

On-site covered parking is available, but several guests found the entry or spaces tight; otherwise facilities are simple and functional.

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Damien

9 Jan 2024

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Stayed 3 nights

Property facilities were very old and in need of major upgrade

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Tryphena

24 Jun 2025

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Stayed 2 nights

Pros: Clean, tidy, comfortable, good location Cons: Tricky carpark, dated fittings, there was an issue with staff and our bookings, which was stressful. Thankfully Expedia stepped in to sort quickly.

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Bonnie

13 Feb 2024

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Stayed 3 nights

We had a room with a lot of stairs to get to. Was difficult with luggage. Otherwise it was great

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Dick

5 Mar 2024

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Stayed 3 nights

Good place to stay for a few days. Owners friendly and helpful. Facilities good clean and serviceable..

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Tina

8 May 2022

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Stayed 2 nights

Friendly manager, handy location, good parking

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Linda

3 Nov 2025

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Stayed 2 nights

Das Motel Austria liegt sehr gut und trotzdem ruhig. Sowohl eine Einkaufsmall, Restaurants als auch der Hafen sind in wenigen Minuten fußläufig zu erreichen. Ein nummerierter, überdachter Parkplatz steht zur Verfügung (etwas enge und steile Einfahrt). Die Betreiber sind ausgesprochen hilfsbereit, nett und freundlich. Das Zimmer war groß mit 2 sehr schönen Balkonen.

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Steve

28 Mar 2025

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Stayed 2 nights

A pleasant stay ,We parked the car under cover at the motel and walked around the township,caught. the ferry to Russell.No need to start the car.. until our departure to days later.The unit was spacious and,comfortable.The outside deck was a nice place to have have happy hour

10

Alan

12 Jan 2025

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Stayed 4 nights

Everything great about this property, location, staff and amenities. The only downside was poor internet, struggled to download stuff.

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Grant

2 Mar 2025

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Stayed 2 nights

Comfortable stay. Good facilities. Good tv options like netflix. Great balcony.

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Jennifer

20 Feb 2023

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Stayed 4 nights

Great little family run motel close to town, but very quiet. Good kitchen with plenty of utensils, etc and adequate bathroom. Bed, pillows and bedding were all very good. Motel is older style, but clean and well maintained -perfect for our stay. Owners are very friendly and helpful. Highly recommended.

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Cleanliness

Reviews consistently praise very clean, well-kept rooms; some note attentive housekeeping during multi-night stays.

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CHRISTINE

24 Jan 2026

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Stayed 3 nights

Lovely friendly owners, comfortable accommodation. Well equipped and clean. Great balcony and a stones throw away from the town, shops and beaches.

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Tryphena

24 Jun 2025

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Stayed 2 nights

Pros: Clean, tidy, comfortable, good location Cons: Tricky carpark, dated fittings, there was an issue with staff and our bookings, which was stressful. Thankfully Expedia stepped in to sort quickly.

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Karen

16 Nov 2025

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Stayed 3 nights

Rooms were spacious and clean. Owners were friendly and hospitable

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Kathy

1 May 2025

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Stayed 5 nights

We enjoyed a balcony and spacious unit. It was super clean and updated daily.

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Dan

15 Feb 2026

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Stayed 3 nights

Staff was helpful and accommodating. The property is quaint and rustic, but clean and comfortable. Great location with beach, wharf, restaurants and shopping within walking distnce

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Sally

15 Jun 2025

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Stayed 2 nights

Excellent location. While it’s an older motel, it’s very comfortable and clean. I’ll be staying there on the next visit.

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Elizabeth

19 Feb 2025

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Stayed 1 night

Good price, very clean, comfortable room with good facilities, helpful staff, close to the shops, restaurants and cafes. So much to do around town and beyond. We'll be back to explore more.

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Craig

12 Sept 2025

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Stayed 2 nights

Very nice, clean and tidy. Close to everything.

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Terrence

30 Mar 2025

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Stayed 1 night

The property is very central in Paihia and everything is so assessable by foot. The unit is self contained, very clean, comfortable and spacious. The hosts are very friendly and provided us with lots of very useful tourist information like best places to eat and places of interest. Loved our time here and definitely recommend to others.

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Michael

13 Mar 2025

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Stayed 3 nights

The staff/owner was very friendly. The rooms were well kept and very clean. Location was great. I would not hesitate to stay here again!

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Rooms

Rooms are spacious and quiet with comfortable beds, balconies or decks, and handy kitchenettes; some offer harbour views. Several guests report weak Wi‑Fi, and a few note the property feels older.

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CHRISTINE

24 Jan 2026

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Stayed 3 nights

Lovely friendly owners, comfortable accommodation. Well equipped and clean. Great balcony and a stones throw away from the town, shops and beaches.

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Karen

16 Nov 2025

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Stayed 3 nights

Rooms were spacious and clean. Owners were friendly and hospitable

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Catherine P

8 Aug 2025

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Stayed 1 night

Right in the middle of town with everything within walking distance. Beautifully comfortable bed in a well equipped apartment.

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Geoffrey

29 Oct 2025

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Stayed 2 nights

Sizeable room, comfortable and easy walk to beach and shops.

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Steve

28 Mar 2025

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Stayed 2 nights

A pleasant stay ,We parked the car under cover at the motel and walked around the township,caught. the ferry to Russell.No need to start the car.. until our departure to days later.The unit was spacious and,comfortable.The outside deck was a nice place to have have happy hour

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Mark

6 Dec 2024

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Stayed 3 nights

We paid a few dollars more for a great Bay of Islands view. Yhe very spacious and modern on quiet street 100M odf main street and ferry. The manager even delayed housekeeping washing so we could get laundry. Done

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Max

6 Aug 2025

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Stayed 4 nights

Bed very comfortable

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Alan

12 Jan 2025

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Stayed 4 nights

Everything great about this property, location, staff and amenities. The only downside was poor internet, struggled to download stuff.

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Jennifer

20 Feb 2023

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Stayed 4 nights

Great little family run motel close to town, but very quiet. Good kitchen with plenty of utensils, etc and adequate bathroom. Bed, pillows and bedding were all very good. Motel is older style, but clean and well maintained -perfect for our stay. Owners are very friendly and helpful. Highly recommended.

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Di

4 Sept 2025

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Stayed 3 nights

The WiFi was weak

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Service

Service is widely described as warm, friendly, and helpful, with hosts offering local tips and assistance. One review reported a booking issue.

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CHRISTINE

24 Jan 2026

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Stayed 3 nights

Lovely friendly owners, comfortable accommodation. Well equipped and clean. Great balcony and a stones throw away from the town, shops and beaches.

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Tryphena

24 Jun 2025

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Stayed 2 nights

Pros: Clean, tidy, comfortable, good location Cons: Tricky carpark, dated fittings, there was an issue with staff and our bookings, which was stressful. Thankfully Expedia stepped in to sort quickly.

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Margaret

1 Apr 2025

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Stayed 3 nights

Owner friendly and very helpful. Rooms large and comfortable. No hesitation in recommending.

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L. Leon

16 Feb 2026

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Stayed 2 nights

Nice staff

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Thierry

10 Mar 2025

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Stayed 3 nights

Very good welcome and lots of advice for activities in the area. The owners are very friendly and willing to talk about new zealand and the bay of islands.

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Jackie

16 May 2025

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Stayed 3 nights

We had a great stay, and the hosts are lovely

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Dan

15 Feb 2026

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Stayed 3 nights

Staff was helpful and accommodating. The property is quaint and rustic, but clean and comfortable. Great location with beach, wharf, restaurants and shopping within walking distnce

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Linda

3 Nov 2025

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Stayed 2 nights

Das Motel Austria liegt sehr gut und trotzdem ruhig. Sowohl eine Einkaufsmall, Restaurants als auch der Hafen sind in wenigen Minuten fußläufig zu erreichen. Ein nummerierter, überdachter Parkplatz steht zur Verfügung (etwas enge und steile Einfahrt). Die Betreiber sind ausgesprochen hilfsbereit, nett und freundlich. Das Zimmer war groß mit 2 sehr schönen Balkonen.

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Gene

1 May 2025

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Stayed 4 nights

The host was very friendly and helpful

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Terrence

30 Mar 2025

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Stayed 1 night

The property is very central in Paihia and everything is so assessable by foot. The unit is self contained, very clean, comfortable and spacious. The hosts are very friendly and provided us with lots of very useful tourist information like best places to eat and places of interest. Loved our time here and definitely recommend to others.

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Location

Central and walkable—minutes to the beach, wharf/ferry, shops and dining, while set on a quieter side street.

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CHRISTINE

24 Jan 2026

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Stayed 3 nights

Lovely friendly owners, comfortable accommodation. Well equipped and clean. Great balcony and a stones throw away from the town, shops and beaches.

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Geoffrey

16 Sept 2025

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Stayed 3 nights

Great place to stay, esp. Room 1. Central, comfortable, friendly, good value

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Dawn

24 Mar 2025

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Stayed 4 nights

Great position, easy walk to everything

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Dan

15 Feb 2026

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Stayed 3 nights

Staff was helpful and accommodating. The property is quaint and rustic, but clean and comfortable. Great location with beach, wharf, restaurants and shopping within walking distnce

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Catherine P

8 Aug 2025

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Stayed 1 night

Right in the middle of town with everything within walking distance. Beautifully comfortable bed in a well equipped apartment.

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Linda

3 Nov 2025

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Stayed 2 nights

Das Motel Austria liegt sehr gut und trotzdem ruhig. Sowohl eine Einkaufsmall, Restaurants als auch der Hafen sind in wenigen Minuten fußläufig zu erreichen. Ein nummerierter, überdachter Parkplatz steht zur Verfügung (etwas enge und steile Einfahrt). Die Betreiber sind ausgesprochen hilfsbereit, nett und freundlich. Das Zimmer war groß mit 2 sehr schönen Balkonen.

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Geoffrey

29 Oct 2025

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Stayed 2 nights

Sizeable room, comfortable and easy walk to beach and shops.

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Craig

12 Sept 2025

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Stayed 2 nights

Very nice, clean and tidy. Close to everything.

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Harley

7 Oct 2025

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Stayed 2 nights

Very handy and nice staff

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Diane

25 Feb 2026

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Stayed 3 nights

Good location.

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Dining

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Austria Motel

About this property

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Standard Studio Suite, Kitchenette

Panoramic Apartment, 2 Bedrooms, Ocean View, Sea Facing

Apartment, 2 Bedrooms, Ground Floor

Deluxe Studio Suite, 1 King Bed

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