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NORTHLAND ACCOMMODATION

Rates expire 31Dec05

FIRST CLASS

Copthorne Waitangi
Tau Henare Drive, Paihia

The 145 room Copthorne Hotel and Resort Bay of Islands is located within the Waitangi National Trust Reserve, surrounded by bush walks, a scenic golf course, the historic National Treaty House and the beautiful Bay of Islands harbour. All rooms were refurbished in 2001 with a choice of garden or sea or harbour view. Rooms have tea and coffee making facilities, minibar, phone, iron and ironing board, hair drier, Sky TV. The hotel offers 24 hour reception and room service, spectacular free form rock pools, courtesy shuttle to Paihia township (2 kilometres), guest laundry, tennis courts, summer volleyball and mountain bike hire. The Waitangi Restaurant offers relaxed and informal dining, with a la carte or buffet menus.

Paihia Beach Resort
Waterfront, Bay of Islands

Conveniently located across the road from one of the Bay of Islands’ best beaches, minutes walk from the Paihia wharf and shops, the 22 unit Paihia Beach Resort was completed in December 1996, offering panoramic views from every suite, studio and private patio.
Three types of accommodation – deluxe studio’s, 1 Bedroom Superior suites and Two bedroom executive suites.  Studios have a kitchenette; suites a full size kitchen, all have mini bars, air conditioning, DVD, Hi Fi Systems Sky TV, tea and coffee making facilities. All have sea views.
The hotel offers a 20 metre heated swimming pool, spa, breakfast restaurant, concierge, luxury day spa and children’s play area. 

QUALITY
 

Paihia Pacific Resort

27 Kings Road, Paihia

The Paihia Pacific Resort Hotel is situated just 150 metres (170 yards) to the beach. The Paihia (Bay of Islands) wharf and shops are a 5 minute flat stroll. The boutique style property offers 12 Air-Conditioned, Split Level, Superior Suites and 22 Deluxe Rooms. All rooms include direct dial phones, in house video and TV, tea and coffee and hair dryers. Rooms look over a lush natural setting of native and subtropical plantings. Hotel facilities include restaurant and bar, swimming pool, sauna, spa pool, gymnasium and solarium, flood lit tennis courts, guest laundry and dry-cleaning service.

Beachcomber Resort
1 Seaview Road
Bay of Islands
 

STANDARD

Scenic Circle Bay of Islands
Corner Seaview and McMurray Roads, Paihia

The Scenic Circle Bay of Islands is situated at the entrance of the Paihia (Bay of Islands) township on 4.5 acres of park like grounds.  The 38 studio and one bedroom units feature timbered ceilings and quality fittings. 20 new deluxe rooms are spacious, beautifully decorated and offer lots of natural light. Each room consists of two queen sized beds, ensuite bathroom, colour TV, direct dial phone, tea and coffee facilities, small bar refrigerator, luggage rack and writing desk.
The property has a swimming pool, two licensed restaurants and bar, recreation room and pool table, guest laundry and dry cleaning and email and inter net access. The beach is a one block stroll and the Paihia Wharf and shops are a 5/6 minute flat walk. 

Kingsgate Hotel Autolodge
Marsden Road, Paihia

Situated on the waterfront only 100 metres from Paihia wharf and township, the 77 room and suite Kingsgate Hotel Autolodge, Paihia is the ideal base from which to explore the attractions of “the Bay”. All rooms have air-conditioning, direct dial telephone, tea and coffee making facilities, iron and ironing board, Sky TV, alarm clock and radio, kitchenettes in all suites and some rooms, Spa baths in suites. The Reef Restaurant is open for breakfast and dinner.

The hotel offers:

• Room service

• Swimming pool

• Spa pool

• Sauna

• Games room

• Complimentary use of bicycles

• Off street parking

• Courtesy van

• Safe deposit facility.

BED and BREAKFAST'S AND BOUTIQUE ACCOMMODATION

RUSSELL, BAY OF ISLANDS

Pukematu Lodge
Top of Flagstaff Hill, Russell
Hosts: Kay and Colwyn Shortland

Pukematu Lodge is the highest accommodation setting in Russell. There are spectacular sea views in all directions that allow you to gaze upon the beauty and magic of the surrounding bays from sunrise to sunset.
They have three luxury suites with private ensuites stylishly decorated in recycled rimu and all have their own private entrances. Along with Kay’s personal touches guests enjoy the comforting feeling that each suite has to offer. A full breakfast is served on the grand deck in the morning sun.
As your hosts are descendants from the area they have extensive knowledge of things to do including cultural aspects. They have a saying that people come as guests and leave as family.

Summary of information:

• No of rooms with ensuite: 3

•  Cooked Breakfast

• Dinner available:  Yes

• Do you have any pets: No

• Are children welcome: By prior arrangement

DARGAVILLE (NORTHLAND)

(60 kilometres South West of Whangarei)

Kauri House Lodge
Bowen Street, Dargaville
Hosts:  Doug Blaxall

Original features of this 1880s style villa include the detailed verandah balustrade, stained glass, pressed ceilings, sash windows and native Kauri panelling. Completed in 1910 by a leading bushman as a spacious family residence, Kauri House now offers three private ensuite guestrooms and three lounge rooms – a billiard room, library and television lounge – furnished with antiques. It exudes all the charms and style of early NZ but offers all the modern conveniences.
Only three kilometres from the township of Dargaville, with many nice restaurants. Kauri House is set in three hectares of garden with abundant native birdlife including fantails, wood pigeons and seasonal tui. A swimming pool provides relaxation and exercise in summer only. Nearby is Doug’s 40 hectare farm on which he runs steers and donkeys. This land includes 16 hectares of protected native bush.

Summary of information:

• No of rooms with ensuite:  3

• Cooked and Continental Breakfast

• Dinner available: No

• House Pets: outside cat and dog

• Are Children Welcome: Yes

LODGE ACCOMMODATION

Okiato Lodge
James Clendo Place, Okiato Point, Russell

Set in tranquil woodlands and landscaped gardens, Okiato Lodge gazes out across a glorious vista of islands and sea.  Okiato Lodge offers eight spacious suites which open on their own private veranda to breathtaking views out across the Bay of Islands.
Each luxury suite has its own ensuite bathroom, air conditioning, bathrobes, beach towels and hair dryers. There are tea and coffee making facilities and a stocked mini-bar for your convenience.
Large comfortable beds and quiet, private surroundings will ensure even the most weary traveller will find solitude in this secluded paradise.
At Okiato Lodge, we are justifiably proud of our culinary reputation. After a pre-dinner aperitif or two in the cocktail lounge, our guests meet around an elegant table for a sumptuous four-course dinner of the finest New Zealand food. Always varied, there’s something to suit every palette from our award-winning chefs.
Breakfasts are largely determined by the weather and our guests wishes. For some, coffee taken outdoors enjoying the delightful views is a perfect start to the day. For others a full breakfast will provide sustenance for a day filled with leisure activities.  Dream away the hours beside the pool. Take a stroll along the shores taking in the location’s rare and serene beauty. Relax and listen to the chorus of cicadas and native birds as they fill the air with their song.

 Includes:  Accommodation, pre-dinner cocktails, 4 course dinner and breakfast