Breakwater Motel
Enjoy waterfront views from the garden of this Paihia motel, and take advantage of amenities such as complimentary Wi-Fi and tour/ticket assistance. A picnic area and barbecue grills are also available. Featured amenities include express check-out, luggage storage, and laundry facilities. Free self-parking is available onsite. The 25 individually decorated guestrooms offer refrigerators, flat-screen televisions with satellite programming, and complimentary Wi-Fi. Bathrooms include complimentary toiletries and hair dryers. Desks and microwaves add to your convenience, and housekeeping is provided daily. Breakwater Motel is located on the waterfront, a 5-minute walk from Paihia Wharf and 6 minutes from Paihia Beach. The Waitangi Treaty Grounds are 1. 5 miles away, and Waitangi Golf Club is 2. 1 miles away. The preferred airport is Kerikeri (KKE-Bay of Islands), 13. 9 miles from the motel.
Guest scores & sentiment
From 75 guest reviews · multi-source · as of 2026-07-14
Guests praise the prime waterfront location, cleanliness, and friendly staff. Common complaints include uncomfortable beds, tight parking, road noise, and occasional maintenance issues.
Dimension scores · cross-source
KEYIdeal for location seekers. Bring pillows if sensitive to firmness; drivers should note tight parking; road-side rooms may have noise.
Room types · 8
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Ground Floor Suite with Jetted Spa Bath
This spacious suite features a separate lounge area with sofa bed and flat-screen satellite TV. The kitchen includes a microwave, oven and a refrigerator. Please note the 2nd single bed is located in the living room. Please note that the price is based on 2 guests. Maximum occupancy is 6 (see Hotel Policies).
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Lower Seaview Suite
<p><strong>1 King Bed, 2 Twin Beds and 1 Double Sofa Bed</strong></p><p>549-sq-foot individually decorated room, furnished patio with sea views </p><br/><p><b>Layout</b> - Bedroom, living room, and dining area</p><p><b>Internet</b> - Free WiFi </p><p><b>Entertainment</b> - 32-inch flat-screen TV with satellite channels</p><p><b>Food & Drink</b> - Kitchen with refrigerator, stovetop, microwave, and cookware/dishware</p><p><b>Sleep</b> - Bed sheets </p><p><b>Bathroom</b> - Private bathroom, shower/tub combination, free toiletries, and a hair dryer</p><p><b>Practical</b> - Iron/ironing board, queen sofa bed, and laptop workspace</p><p><b>Comfort</b> - Climate-controlled air conditioning and daily housekeeping</p><p><b>Need to Know</b> - No cribs (infant beds) available</p><p>Non-Smoking</p><p>Room is accessed via exterior corridors </p>
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Suite with Partial Sea View
This suite is located on the second level and features a balcony with sea views. There is a kitchen and a separate lounge area offering a sofa bed and 2 flat-screen TVs with satellite channels. Please note the single bed is located in the living room. Please note that the price is based on 2 guests. Maximum occupancy is 5 (see Hotel Policies).
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Deluxe Suite with Sea View - Water Front
This waterfront suite features a private patio or balcony with stunning sea views, 2 flat-screen TVs with satellite channels and a separate lounge area with a sofa bed. Please note that the price is based on 2 guests. Maximum occupancy is 4 (see Hotel Policies). Please note that there is a 4% charge when you pay with an American Express credit card.
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Garden Suite
<p><strong>1 King Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed</strong></p><p>452-sq-foot individually decorated room with a furnished patio </p><br/><p><b>Layout</b> - Bedroom, living room, and dining area</p><p><b>Internet</b> - Free WiFi </p><p><b>Entertainment</b> - 32-inch flat-screen TV with satellite channels</p><p><b>Food & Drink</b> - Kitchenette with refrigerator, stovetop, microwave, and cookware/dishware</p><p><b>Sleep</b> - Bed sheets </p><p><b>Bathroom</b> - Private bathroom, shower, free toiletries, and a hair dryer</p><p><b>Practical</b> - Iron/ironing board, queen sofa bed, and laptop workspace</p><p><b>Comfort</b> - Climate-controlled air conditioning and daily housekeeping</p><p><b>Need to Know</b> - No cribs (infant beds) available</p><p>Non-Smoking</p><p>Room is accessed via exterior corridors </p>
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One-Bedroom Suite
This suite features a separate lounge area with a sofa bed and a flat-screen TV with satellite channels. There is a kitchenette with an electric stovetop, a microwave and a refrigerator. Please note that the price is based on 2 guests. Maximum occupancy is 4 (see Hotel Policies).
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Garden Studio
<p><strong>1 King Bed</strong></p><p>301-sq-foot individually decorated room with a furnished patio </p><br/><p><b>Layout</b> - Living room and dining area</p><p><b>Internet</b> - Free WiFi </p><p><b>Entertainment</b> - 32-inch flat-screen TV with satellite channels</p><p><b>Food & Drink</b> - Kitchenette with refrigerator, stovetop, microwave, and cookware/dishware</p><p><b>Sleep</b> - Bed sheets </p><p><b>Bathroom</b> - Private bathroom, shower, free toiletries, and a hair dryer</p><p><b>Practical</b> - Iron/ironing board, laptop workspace, and highchair</p><p><b>Comfort</b> - Climate-controlled air conditioning and daily housekeeping</p><p><b>Need to Know</b> - No cribs (infant beds) available</p><p>Non-Smoking</p><p>Room is accessed via exterior corridors </p>
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Suite
This suite features a private patio, a flat-screen TV with satellite channels and a kitchenette with a stove, microwave and a refrigerator. Please note that the price is based on 2 guests. This room has no capacity for additional guests.
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