We stayed just one night in March 2013 and wished it could've been longer. Inexpensive, easy to find (the first motel after the signpost to Paihia) the building is of wooden construction with, it has to be said, rather fading paint. But - absolutely spotlessly clean (units seem new - they weren't, just clean as new), superb washroom, comfy beds,... More

Spent 3 nights here and it was an excellent experience. The units are well fitted out and spotlessly clean. The views are excellent and nothing was too much trouble for Barbara. The location is excellent for exploring the surrounding area and is close to beaches and restuarants if you want to eat out. I wouldn't hesitate to stay again and... More

Spent 3 nights at this motel, and had a great time. My room (#1) was clean and spacious with a great view, and the motel was very quiet and peaceful. Barbara was great...I felt like I was a guest at her house rather than a customer. The location is good- there is a beach that is about 2 minutes away,... More

We arrived at this hotel late at night and on first look thought it might not be that great. We were so wrong. he welcome we received from Barbara was outstanding and she couldn't have been more helpful. The room was clean, of good size and had all amenities needed. As it is set on the hill you get lovely... More

Returned from NZ after a final stay at Bali Hai Motel to celebrate my 70th birthday. The resident manager, Barbara, was so helpful and kind and made my birthday rather special. Nothing was too much trouble - organising trips and full of very useful local information. We had a lovely one-bedroom apartment with a balcony overlooking the coastline. A great... More

Arrived early evening to a lovely greeting from Barbara that matched the fantastic scenery of the Bay of Islands. Loved the motel. Great to sit on the veranda and watch the evening sun setting over the mountains - while sipping a glass of NZ wine. Barbara could not have been more helpful and arranged a trip for us as well... More

The first 4 days of our 5 week New Zealand holiday were spent at Bali Hai. We could not have chosen better. Not only is Paihia on the Bay of Islands a lovely part of a wonderful country, our hostess Barbara set a benchmark for kindness and thoughtfulness which was not surpassed and only equalled once for the rest of... More

What a lovely find this place is, and Barbara, our host is a delight. The rooms are excellent, with all one could wish for, the views are lovely from all the rooms. The position makes it so easy to see all the tourist sights, but feel you would like to spend more time here. Would definitely come back to this... More

Roomy unit, TV in both bedroom and lounge, full sized stove/oven, comfortable lounge furniture, bedside reading lights that were bright enough to read by (a first in a motel), and the cleanliness was very good indeed (an important factor).