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Sanctuary Palms

4.5 star property
Luxury adults-only apartment, walk to Bay of Islands

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Moulin Rouge Suite | Living area | 40-inch flat-screen TV with satellite channels, TV, fireplace
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Garden Suite | Private kitchen | Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop
Reviews
9.2

Wonderful

Popular amenities

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  • KitchenKitchenKitchen

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31 Bayview Road, Paihia, 200
  • Popular LocationPaihia Wharf10 min walk
  • Popular LocationPaihia Beach10 min walk
  • Popular LocationWaitangi Treaty Grounds5 min drive
  • AirportKerikeri (KKE-Bay of Islands)18 min drive

Room options

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Garden Suite | 1 bedroom, premium bedding, individually decorated

Garden Suite

  • 646 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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The Pacifika Suite | Living area | 40-inch flat-screen TV with satellite channels, TV, fireplace

The Pacifika Suite

  • 753 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Partial sea view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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In-room dining

Moulin Rouge Suite

  • 915 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sea view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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About the neighborhood

Paihia

Sanctuary Palms places you within a 10-minute stroll of popular attractions such as Bay of Islands and Paihia Wharf. This 4-room, 4.5-star apartment building welcomes guests with in-room amenities like kitchens, fireplaces, and refrigerators.
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What's nearby

  • Paihia Wharf - 10 min walk
  • Paihia Beach - 10 min walk
  • Waitangi Treaty Grounds - 5 min drive
  • Haruru Falls - 6 min drive
  • Russell Beach - 34 min drive

Getting around

  • The preferred airport is Kerikeri (KKE-Bay of Islands): 19-min drive, 14.2 mi/22.8 km.

Restaurants

  • ‪Cbk Craft Beer and Kitchen - ‬9 min walk
  • ‪Bad Habits - ‬7 min walk
  • ‪Hone's Garden - ‬26 min drive
  • ‪Paihia Wharf - ‬9 min walk
  • ‪The Duke of Marlborough Hotel - ‬27 min drive

About this property

Entire place

You'll have the entire apartment to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party.

Sanctuary Palms

Luxury adults-only apartment, walk to Bay of Islands
At Sanctuary Palms, guests have access to free WiFi in public areas and laundry facilities. You can take advantage of onsite parking for a fee, along with an airport shuttle (available on request) for NZD 65 per vehicle one-way. Staff members are on hand to provide tour or ticket assistance and luggage storage.
Each apartment is individually decorated and features a kitchen and space to spread out with a separate bedroom. Guests can expect to find free WiFi and a 40-inch flat-screen TV with satellite channels and a DVD player. Beds sport premium bedding and the bathroom offers a hair dryer and free toiletries. Other standard amenities include a washer/dryer, a fireplace, and an espresso maker. Limited housekeeping is available.
The recreational activities listed below are available either on site or nearby; fees may apply.

Languages

English

Property amenities

Beach

  • Sandy beach nearby

Internet

  • Available in the apartment: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Roundtrip airport shuttle (surcharge) from 9:00 AM to 4:00 PM on request
  • Self parking on site (surcharge)

Kitchen

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Dishwasher
  • Electric kettle
  • Espresso maker
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Paper towels
  • Refrigerator
  • Stovetop
  • Toaster

Dining

  • Daily continental breakfast available 8:00 AM to 9:00 AM for a fee: NZD 15 per person

Bedrooms

  • Bedroom
  • Premium bedding

Bathroom

  • 1 bathroom
  • Bathrobes
  • Bathtub or shower
  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Shampoo
  • Slippers
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Fireplace

Entertainment

  • 40-inch flat-screen TV with satellite channels
  • DVD player

Outdoor areas

  • Garden

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Washer/dryer

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • Service animals only (pets not allowed)

Suitability/Accessibility

  • No elevator
  • Smoke-free property

Services and conveniences

  • Housekeeping (limited availability)
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Luggage storage
  • Tour and ticket assistance

Things to do

  • Kayaking nearby
  • Parasailing nearby
  • Sailing nearby

Safety features

  • Carbon monoxide detector not reported (host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector)
  • Smoke detector not reported (host has not indicated whether there is a smoke detector on the property)

General

  • 4 units
  • Garden
  • Individual decor
  • Individual furnishings

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3 PM; Check-in end time: 6:00 PM
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 10 AM

Special check-in instructions

This property offers transfers from the airport (surcharges may apply); guests must contact the property with arrival details before travel, using the contact information on the booking confirmation
There is no front desk at this property
Guests will receive an email with check-in instructions and key retrieval information prior to arrival; your host will greet you

Access methods

Host will greet you, key retrieval

Pets

  • Service animals exempt from fees

Children and extra beds

  • Children younger than 18 are not permitted to stay at this adults-only property (only guests 18 and older are allowed)

Property payment types

Important information

Optional extras

These fees and deposits will be charged at check-in, check-out, or the time of service.

  • Fee for continental breakfast: approximately NZD 15 per person
  • Airport shuttle fee: NZD 65 per vehicle (one-way, maximum occupancy 2)

This list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits might not include tax and are subject to change.

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card, or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
This property accepts credit cards, debit cards, and cash
Host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector with you on the trip
Host has not indicated whether there is a smoke detector on the property
  • Check-in: 3 PM
  • Check-out: 10 AM
  • Minimum check-in age: 18
For convenient arrivals and departures, you can take advantage of the airport shuttle (available during limited hours). Driving? This property offers parking (fees apply).

We should mention

Details about charges, deposits, or other important information:

  • This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business, or profession.
  • Charges for extra guests may apply and vary depending on the property's policy.
  • A cash deposit, credit card, or debit card for incidental charges, as well as a government-issued photo ID, may be required at check-in.
  • Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in and can't be guaranteed. Certain requests may come with additional charges.
  • This property accepts credit cards, debit cards, and cash.

Additional information about polices, regulations, and more:

  • The apartment can refuse certain bookings for the purpose of group events or parties, which include pre-wedding stag/bachelor and hen/bachelorette parties.
  • No alcohol is served at Sanctuary Palms.
  • There are no elevators.
  • No cribs or infant beds are available.
  • No rollaway or extra beds are available.

Property is also known as

Sanctuary Palms
Sanctuary Palms Apartment
Sanctuary Palms Apartment Paihia
Sanctuary Palms Paihia
Sanctuary Palms Paihia, Bay Of Islands
Sanctuary Palms Paihia
Sanctuary Palms Apartment
Sanctuary Palms Apartment Paihia

Frequently asked questions

What is there to do near Sanctuary Palms?

This apartment in Paihia is within a 10-minute walk of Bay of Islands, Paihia Wharf, and Te Ti Bay. You'll also find Paihia Beach and St Paul’s Church less than a mile away.

Is there parking available at this apartment?

Yes, self parking is available for a surcharge.

Does Sanctuary Palms feature a casino at the property?

No, Sanctuary Palms doesn't have a casino.

Will I find an indoor pool at Sanctuary Palms?

No, there is no indoor pool at this apartment.

What will couples enjoy most about a stay at Sanctuary Palms?

Amenities that appeal to couples at this adults-only apartment include a fireplace and a kitchen in each apartment with some featuring sea views.

Does Sanctuary Palms have a hot tub?

No, but some apartments at this apartment feature jetted bathtubs.

Does Sanctuary Palms have a restaurant with a breakfast menu?

Sanctuary Palms offers continental breakfast each morning for a surcharge though there is no restaurant.

Will Sanctuary Palms allow pets to stay for free?

No, pets aren't allowed at Sanctuary Palms though service animals are welcome.

How far is the airport from Sanctuary Palms?

The closest major airport to Sanctuary Palms is Kerikeri (KKE-Bay of Islands), which is 14.2 mi away (19 minutes by car).

Are there rooms with balconies that I can book at Sanctuary Palms?

Yes, some apartments at this apartment offer a furnished balcony where guests can enjoy sea or garden views.

Sanctuary Palms Reviews

Reviews

9.2

Wonderful

Rating 10 - Excellent. 18 out of 28 reviews" "
Rating 8 - Good. 8 out of 28 reviews" "
Rating 6 - Okay. 1 out of 28 reviews" "
Rating 4 - Poor. 1 out of 28 reviews" "
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 28 reviews" "

9.6/10

Cleanliness

9.8/10

Staff & service

9.2/10

Amenities

8.6/10

Property conditions & facilities

7.0/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Simon

Liked: Cleanliness, room comfort
Paihia stay
We thoroughly enjoyed our stay at Sanctuary Palms everything is set up to allow for a relaxing stay. The photos really don’t do it justice it is a beautiful home from home. Wouldn’t hesitate to recommend to anyone. We were a little worried about negative reviews about the parking situation and yes, it is tight but it’s only a short walk to find plenty of free on street parking which we favoured so that our large rental car didn’t cause any bother to other guests. Thank you to Sharron & Paul for sharing this beautiful place with us.
Stayed 6 nights in Feb 2024

10/10 Excellent

Sarah

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Beautiful location , I had a perfect stay - thank you!!
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2024

10/10 Excellent

Joseph

Liked: Cleanliness, room comfort
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2023

8/10 Good

Morris

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities
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.
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2023

10/10 Excellent

Kerry

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
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.

10/10 Excellent

Lance

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Easy self check in and check out. Very clean and cosy apartment.

8/10 Good

Verified traveler

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness
We liked the space, and the view of the bay from the penthouse level. I think when this property was first built it would have indeed been 'luxury', but to describe it that way now, with the passing of time, is a little bit of a stretch. The decor and maintenance needs attention, and to have entertainment options running on wifi that does not cope, is poor. We did enjoy our time there, but for us the 'luxury' tag did not fit reality.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2021

8/10 Good

Fay, Whangarei

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities
Good location, very nicely decorated, big spa bath was bliss! Fabulous bed too.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2020

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities
What a lovely place! We had a lovely welcome and were made to feel special. Everything was thought of and suggestions were made for what we might do and Raykindly made a bookingfor us for a day tripon a cat sailing. Theapartment (Moulin Rouge) has every amenity; we appreciated the stocked fridge, washing powder, dishwasher tablets....The apartments are up quite a steep hill but easy o drive to te bottom and park if you dont want to walk back up! Lovely beach for swimming round the corner, towels are provided. Stunning sunrise but it was a bit hot sitting on the little balcony for breakfast - cant complain!
Stayed 4 nights in Jan 2020

10/10 Excellent

Jo, Sydney

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities
Very spacious, excellent location back from the main drag so quiet.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2020