We stayed here for 2 nights. Ken and Lyn the proprieters were just lovely. Lyn even frought umbrellas to the car as it was raining when we pulled up. I am fussy about cleanliness and the place was spotless. They had everything you could want. We had ocean front views that were fabulous. Would thoroughly recommend to stay there.

My husband and I arrived in Paihia with no accommodation booked due to it being the quiet season. We viewed a couple of properties but loved the look and location of Breakwater Motel. We had 3 'must haves' - kitchen facilities, water views and the right price. This place had all 3 and much more. It was like having our... More

We booked in early evening, although we were given possibly the smallest unit it was certainly of high standards well within walking distance to nice restaurants nearby. The spa was closed due to the water shortage at the time of our stay, but it did look very inviting

We had an amazing experience at this hotel, the owners were very friendly and nice! The gave us a room with a sea view, it is worth paying a bit extra for it. The room was very nice, it is like a small one bedroom flat, you have a small lounge and a small kitchen and the bedroom is separate.... More

Our unit was clean, tidy and so updated and what a comfortable bed, the bathroom was such a luxury, one we havn't seen like this in years of travelling. The view was breath taking, the owners were helpful, also my husband was so thrilled when they asked him if he wanted trim or blue top milk! yup u just get... More

Stayed two nights at Breakwater in Paihia, Bay of Island, New Zealand. While visiting brother and family for the purpose of my niece's grad. in Sydney. Had two week stay in Auckland and took the opportunity to visit Bay of Islands again, since we hadn't been in about 10 years. My husband and I booked a seaview room. What a... More

Stayed in Pahia the weekend after Anzac Day during a tour of the north. We were a party of 4 stopping for just the one night before our return to work. The motel was immaculately decorated and units were very clean on arrival. The spa gave a nice relief and relaxation after a couple days camping. The only let down... More

During many weeks of travelling around New Zealand we stayed at the Breakwater Motel, Piahia and having stayed in many motels, this one was beyond our expectations, with an appartment overlooking the Bay. The appartment was well equipped and spotlless. Nothing was too much trouble for our hosts who made it a memorable break for us both. They shared their... More

To start with, this place is not new but an older motel with a refurbishment and it shows.On arrival we were immediately asked to pay, not just take a credit card swipe. On asking for a morning paper, we were told that we'd have to get one ourselves by walking down to the local shop. On being shown our room,... More