The Bounty Motel.
Bay of Islands accommodation providers are noted for their hospitality. The Bounty has been famous for it's hospitality as a Bay of Islands Motel since the mid ninteen eighties. Prior to establishing the motel the site was the home of the infamous Paihia Hotel and the only accomodation in Paihia, Bay of Islands, for many years.
For more information check out our "About Us" page.
We are proud to be located in a position that has been providing Bay of Islands accommodation since the late eighteenth century.
Free WiFi and free Breakfast
The Bounty Motel is the only Bay of Islands accommodation provider offering a free Continental Buffet Breakfast. It is available each day in the Breakfast room, The normal cost is $9.50 per person but it is free to all guests booking on this website.
WiFi is available by free voucher for unlimited use for as long as you stay in the Bounty Motel. Free vouchers can be obtained from reception during normal opening hours.
We also have a free BBQ so that you can enjoy your home form home summer dining.
Bay of Islands attractions.
The Bay of Islands is known world wide, not only for the special Bay of Islands motel welcome but also for the variety of natural attractions. Giant protected Kauri trees still abound in the native forests in the Bay of Islands.
Dolphins, Whales and Orca can be seen daily in the bountiful calm seas in the Bay of Islands. Beautiful beaches, forest walks, coastal walks golf and fishing and even the Bay of Islands most famous waterfall are all available within 5 minutes drive from The Bounty, your Bay of Islands Motel.
The Bounty Motel Services.
Check In: When you climb the steps to reception for the first time we will ensure that you are made welcome, give you milk for your first tea or coffee, give you your WiFi voucher and explain how to use it, and answer any questions you may have about the Bay of islands.
Bay of Islands Attractions and Dining: We know the Bay of Islands very well and we love to share our knowledge with our guests.
We will look after your needs whilst you enjoy your rest in the Bay of Islands.
The Bay of Islands and Paihia!
The bay of Islands is renowned for it's natural beauty, marine attractions, fishing, golf, hiking and sightseeing. Paihia is the centre of the Bay of islands attractions and many of them are within a short walking distance of the motel. From the Paihia wharf, (2 - 3 minutes walk), boats leave for tours of the islands, dolphin and whale watching, fishing as well as ferries to the historic, old capital of NZ, Russell. Take a day or a few hours to shop and enjoy the cafes of this beautiful little town or hop over the hill to a beautiful beach where you could be a hundred miles from civilisation.
If you are a fisherman, or woman, you are in fishing heaven. Due to the nature of the Bay of Islands and the amount of islands, rocks and foul ground commercial fishing boats keep well away. Also, due to the steep underwater banks and pinacles there are large upwellings that bring masses of plankton to the surface resulting in an abundance of pelagic fish and mammals. A visit to the Paihia Swordfish Club is an absolute must do for any fisherman. You will see many mounted record game fish and photographs to drool over. They also have a respectable meal each evening and every one is welcome. At the Bounty we can arrange your fishing trips, advise the best times of the year for different species and give you up to date information on the fishing. Contact us for the latest.
What about the golfer? Paihia boasts one of the best coastal golf courses in NZ. Just 5 minutes from the Bounty Motel you are in the clubrooms of the Waitangi Golf Course adjacent to the historic treaty grounds. Green fees for affiliated golfers are $45 and for non affiliated members or tourists they are $49. Bring your clubs, or borrow Keiths, and try the course, you will not regret it.
If you are in the Bay of Islands a visit to Waitangi grounds and treaty house, approx 2 kilometers from the motel, is a must do. The beautiful grounds and historic buildings are stooped in Maori and European history and you will be able to see the largest war canoe, Whaka, in the world.
It is important that you choose Bay of Islands accommodation property that knows and understands the attractions of the area. The owners and managers of the Bounty Motel are Kiwis have a long association with the Bay of islands. At the Bounty Motel we are very capable of advising you of the best things to see and do.
For total relaxation in a sub tropical environment. Enjoy a glass of New Zealand wine at Paihia’s best value motel, The Bounty Motel, great value Bay of Islands accommodation
All rooms and apartments at the Bounty Motel lead out to a balcony or patio with your own out door furniture. You are able to relax, meet your fellow travellers and enjoy the use of the free BBQ.
One minute walk to Paihia Beach, a two minute walk to restaurants, cafés, shops and three minutes to Paihia Wharf.
The Paihia wharf is the absolute centre of the Bay of Islands. All tours and attarctions leave from the wharf including, Hole in the Rock, Cream Trip as well as the day trip to Cape Reinga. You will also find the Bay of Islands iSite who will advise you of Bay of Islands accommodation to suit your requirements and your budget.
We invite you to experience the most invigurating Bay of Islands experience. So grab your gear and walk a few meters to the safest swimming in the Bay of Islands.
We are confident that The Bounty Motel will meet all your needs for your Bay of Islands accommodation.
At the Bounty we know the area, we are agents for the largest and oldest tour operator in the Bay of Islands, we play golf at the local course and regularly fish the waters of the Bay. We are well qualified to tailor your stay in the Bay of Islands so that you get the best experience possible within your budget.
In early 1980's when the "new" Bounty was designed it was decided that the construction should be "Lockwood". This style of construction uses solid NZ exotic timber interlocked without using nails. This allows the whole building to move in the event of an earthquake of major storm. It is the only Bay of Islands accommodation constructed in this manner.
One of the features of Lockwood construction is the normal daily expansion and contraction. The building is similar to an old sailing ship and the creaks and groans seem to make the building come alive.
If you want to feel the spirit of the sea, The Bounty, Paihia Motel in the Bay of Islands is absolutely unique.
At the Bounty we know the Bay of Islands and we will make you welcome, tend to your needs, and tailor your stay with us so that you get the best experience possible.
