Marlin Court is a clean and affordable motel popular with both holiday-makers and workers . It is only a 3 minute walk from the beach and an easy stroll to cafes, restaurants, kayak hire, the jetty or the centre of Paihia. Guests find our units clean and spacious. There are studios, one bedroom apartments and two bedroom units to choose from. Please advise us if you need to be downstairs (studio or one bedroom). The upstairs rooms are not suitable for very young children. All units have their own bathroom. The studios and one-bedroom units have kitchenettes. The 2 bedroom unit even has an oven. Linen and kitchen utensils are supplied. Bring your beach towels and enjoy the pool or the beach. Plenty of free carparking. Parking for boats on request. Unlimited free Wi-Fi (fibre). The TVs come with various options. Apps include Freeview Streaming TV, TV on Demand, Maori TV, YouTube and you can use your account for: Sky Go, Netflix, Disney etc. We hope to see you soon! Ruth & Brodie Stopforth (new owners since December 2020)

Couples in particular like the location – they rated it 8.8 for a two-person trip.

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Property highlights

Located in the top-rated area in Paihia, this property has an excellent location score of 8.8!

Free Private Parking Available On Site


Availability

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Room Type
Number of guests
 
1 queen bed
1 twin bed
and
1 queen bed
Bedroom 1:
2 twin beds
Bedroom 2:
1 queen bed
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Property practices

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Guest reviews

Categories:

Staff
9.2
Facilities
8.4
Cleanliness
9.0
Comfort
8.7
Value for money
8.5
Location
8.8
Free Wifi
9.3
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Guests who stayed here loved

  • Michael
    New Zealand New Zealand
    Had a super late check in. Ruth was very kind to leave the lights and heater on for us. Great friendly service, accommodation had everything we needed, close to town, overall a great place to stay.
  • Russell
    Kenya Kenya
    very friendly staff who ensured any of personal requirements were met, the state of the unit was very good, clean and fresh with everything in order,
  • Graham
    New Zealand New Zealand
    Cozy, reasonably spacious motel room. Comfortable bed. Great location not far from the Paihia center.

Area info

Amenities of Marlin Court Motel
Great facilities! Review score, 8.4

Most popular amenities
  • Outdoor swimming pool
  • Free parking
  • Free Wifi
  • Family rooms
  • Non-smoking rooms
Bathroom
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels
  • Private Bathroom
  • Toilet
  • Free toiletries
  • Hairdryer
  • Shower
Bedroom
  • Linens
  • Wardrobe or closet
  • Alarm clock
Outdoors
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Outdoor dining area
Kitchen
  • Toaster
  • Stovetop
  • Kitchenware
  • Electric kettle
  • Microwave
  • Refrigerator
Room Amenities
  • Socket near the bed
Activities
  • Beach
  • Tennis equipment
  • Golf course (within 2 miles)
    Additional charge
Living Area
  • Sofa
  • Sitting area
Media & Technology
  • Flat-screen TV
  • Radio
Internet
Wifi is available in all areas and is free of charge.
Parking
Free private parking is available on site (reservation is not needed).
    Services
    • Daily housekeeping
    • Private check-in/out
    Front Desk Services
    • Invoice provided
    Safety & security
    • Fire extinguishers
    • Smoke alarms
    • Key access
    General
    • Designated smoking area
    • Heating
    • Private entrance
    • Carpeted
    • Fan
    • Family rooms
    • Non-smoking rooms
    Outdoor swimming pool
    Free!
    • Open all year
    • All ages welcome
    • Saltwater pool
    • Fenced pool
    Languages Spoken
    • English
    • Portuguese

    House rules
    Marlin Court Motel takes special requests – add in the next step!

    Check-in
    From 14:00 to 19:30
    Guests are required to show a photo ID and credit card at check-in.
    Check-out
    From 06:00 to 10:00
    Cancellation/ prepayment
    Cancelation and prepayment policies vary according to accommodation type. Enter your stay dates and check the conditions of your selected option.
    Refundable damage deposit
    A damage deposit of NZD 100 is required on arrival. That's about $61. This will be collected by credit card. You should be reimbursed within 7 days of check-out. Your deposit will be refunded in full by credit card, subject to an inspection of the property.
    Children & Beds

    Child policies

    Children of all ages are welcome.

    Children 18 and above will be charged as adults at this property.

    To see correct prices and occupancy info, add the number and ages of children in your group to your search.

    Crib and extra bed policies

    Cribs and extra beds aren't available at this property.

    Age restriction
    The minimum age for check-in is 20
    Pets
    Pets are not allowed.
    Groups
    When booking more than 3 rooms, different policies and additional fees may apply.
    Accepted payment methods
    VisaMastercardEftposCash

    The fine print
    Must-know information for guests at this property

    Guests arriving outside reception opening hours are kindly requested to inform the hotel in advance. Contact details can be found on the booking confirmation.

    Guests under the age of 20 cannot be accommodated unless accompanied by an adult over 20 years of age.

    Guests are required to show a photo ID and credit card upon check-in. Please note that all Special Requests are subject to availability and additional charges may apply.

    A damage deposit of NZD 100 is required on arrival. This will be collected by credit card. You should be reimbursed within 7 days of check-out. Your deposit will be refunded in full by credit card, subject to an inspection of the property.

    FAQs about Marlin Court Motel

    • Yes, Marlin Court Motel is popular with guests booking family stays.

    • Marlin Court Motel is 2,600 feet from the center of Paihia. All distances are measured in straight lines. Actual travel distances may vary.

    • Yes, this hotel has a pool. See details about the pool and other facilities on this page.

    • Check-in at Marlin Court Motel is from 2:00 PM, and check-out is until 10:00 AM.

    • Marlin Court Motel offers the following activities/services (charges may apply):

      • Golf course (within 2 miles)
      • Swimming pool
      • Beach
      • Tennis equipment
    • The nearest beach is 800 feet from Marlin Court Motel. All distances are measured in straight lines. Actual travel distances may vary.

    • Room options at Marlin Court Motel include:

      • Studio
      • Apartment
    • The prices at Marlin Court Motel may vary depending on your stay (e.g. dates, hotel's policy etc.). To see prices, enter your dates.