Kingsgate Hotel Autolodge Paihia

3.5 star property
VIP Access

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Exterior
Junior Suite | Living area
Junior Suite | Terrace/patio
Junior Suite
Exterior

Reviews

8.4 out of 10
Very good

Popular amenities

  • Pool
  • Air-conditioning
  • Gym

Explore the area

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104 Marsden Road, Paihia, 0200
  • Place, Paihia Wharf
    ‪3 min walk‬
  • Place, Paihia Beach
    ‪5 min walk‬
  • Place, St Paul’s Church
    ‪7 min walk‬
  • Airport, Kerikeri (KKE-Bay of Islands)
    ‪21 min drive‬
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  • Extra savings and perks for BONUS+ members

Room options

Suite 1 King

  • Sleeps 2
  • Free Wi-Fi

Standard Room, 2 Double Beds

8.6 out of 10
Excellent
(22 reviews)
  • 28 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double Beds

Standard Room (1 Queen 1 Single)

8.4 out of 10
Very good
(12 reviews)
  • 28 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Queen Bed and 1 Single Bed

Junior Suite

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
(22 reviews)
  • Sea view
  • 52 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

Standard 2 Doubles

  • Sleeps 3
  • Free Wi-Fi

Standard Room, 1 King Bed

8.2 out of 10
Very good
(24 reviews)
  • 28 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

Executive Suite

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(2 reviews)
  • Sea view
  • 86 sq m
  • 2 bedrooms
  • Sleeps 6
  • 1 King Bed, 1 Queen Bed and 1 Single Bed

Standard 1 Queen And 1 Single

  • Sleeps 3
  • Free Wi-Fi

Standard King

  • Sleeps 2
  • Free Wi-Fi

Executive Suite

  • Sleeps 4
  • Free Wi-Fi

Junior Suite with Harbour View

  • Sleeps 4
  • Free Wi-Fi

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About this property

Kingsgate Hotel Autolodge Paihia

Along with an outdoor pool, this smoke-free hotel has a restaurant and a fitness center. Free WiFi in public areas and free self parking are also provided. Other amenities include a bar/lounge, a children's pool, and dry cleaning.
Kingsgate Hotel Autolodge Paihia offers 113 accommodations with safes and hair dryers. 30-cm flat-screen televisions come with premium satellite channels.

Business-friendly amenities include desks and phones. Additionally, rooms include irons/ironing boards and complimentary toiletries. Housekeeping is provided daily.

An outdoor pool and a children's pool are on site. Other recreational amenities include a fitness center.

Children under 13 years old are not allowed in the swimming pool without adult supervision. Guests under 12 years old are not allowed in the fitness facility.

The recreational activities listed below are available either on site or nearby; fees may apply.

Our customers tell us they can't get enough of the breakfast at Kingsgate Hotel Autolodge Paihia. During your stay, you're just a quick walk from Bay of Islands. You'll find features like free WiFi in public areas and free self parking, plus an outdoor pool.
  • Free WiFi in some public areas
  • Free self parking
  • Enjoy local cuisine and ocean views while dining at McKenzie's
  • Buffet breakfast served daily for a fee
  • Take a swim in the outdoor pool
  • Services include dry cleaning/laundry, tour or ticket assistance, and a porter
  • Onsite recreation includes a gym
  • Guests have great things to say about the helpful staff and the proximity to shopping
  • Steps from Bay of Islands and 2 minutes by foot from Te Ti Bay
Kingsgate Hotel Autolodge Paihia offers its guests a children's pool, an outdoor pool, and a fitness center. There's a restaurant on site. You can enjoy a drink at the bar/lounge. Public spaces have free WiFi.

A terrace, an arcade/game room, and tour/ticket assistance are also featured at the family-friendly Kingsgate Hotel Autolodge Paihia. Limited free parking is available on a first-come, first-served basis.

This 3.5-star Paihia hotel is smoke free.

For a fee, guests can enjoy buffet breakfast daily from 6:30 AM to 9:00 AM.
McKenzie's - Overlooking the ocean, this restaurant specializes in local cuisine and serves breakfast and dinner. Guests can enjoy drinks at the bar.
Room service (during limited hours) is available.

Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi
  • WiFi in public areas is free with a 3-device limit

Parking and transport

  • Free self parking on site
  • Limited on-site self parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking available

Food and drink

  • Daily buffet breakfast available 6:30 AM to 9:00 AM for a fee: NZD 30 for adults and NZD 15 for children
  • A bar/lounge
  • A restaurant

Restaurants on site

  • McKenzie's

Things to do

  • Arcade/game room
  • Billiards/pool table
  • Children's pool
  • Gym
  • Outdoor pool
  • Table tennis
  • TV in common areas

Family friendly

  • Arcade/game room
  • Children's pool
  • In-room cot
  • In-room refrigerator
  • Laundry facilities
  • Outdoor pool

Conveniences

  • Laundry facilities
  • Limited-hour front desk
  • Luggage storage
  • Safe at front desk

Guest services

  • Dry cleaning/laundry service
  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Porter/bellhop
  • Tour and ticket assistance

Outdoors

  • Garden
  • On the bay
  • Pool loungers
  • Pool umbrellas
  • Terrace

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • 1 accessible parking space
  • Thin carpet in room
  • Tile flooring in room
  • Upper floors accessible by stairs only
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk

More

  • 2 floors
  • 3 buildings
  • At least 80% lighting from LEDs
  • Banquet hall
  • Biodegradable drinking straws available
  • Built in 1981
  • Comprehensive food waste policy
  • Comprehensive recycling policy
  • Local artist showcase
  • Locally-owned and organised tours and activities
  • No plastic coffee stirrers
  • No plastic drinking straws
  • Reusable cups
  • Reusable tableware
  • Smoke-free property
  • Vegetarian dining options

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided
  • Blackout drapes
  • Free cot

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • 30-cm flat-screen TV with premium cable/satellite channels

Food and drink

  • Electric kettle
  • Limited room service
  • Refrigerator
  • Tea bags/instant coffee

More

  • Air conditioning (climate-controlled)
  • Bulk dispensers for toiletries
  • Desk
  • Eco-friendly toiletries
  • Energy-saving switches in guestrooms
  • Iron/ironing board
  • LED lighting
  • Phone
  • Safe
  • Water-efficient toilets

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 2 PM; Check-in end time: 9:00 PM
Contactless check-in available
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 10 AM
Contactless check-out available

Special check-in instructions

The property charges 2 percent for credit card payments
The front desk is open daily from 7 AM - 9:00 PM
Front desk staffed during limited hours
This property doesn't offer after-hours check-in
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Access methods

Front desk (limited hours)

Pets

  • No pets allowed, but service animals are welcome

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Rollaway/extra beds are available for NZD 40 per night.
  • Free cribs (infant beds)!

Payment types at the property

Important information

Optional extras

The fees and deposits listed below will be charged at the time of service, check-in, or check-out.

  • Fee for buffet breakfast: approximately NZD 30.00 for adults and NZD 15.00 for children
  • Rollaway bed fee: NZD 40 per night
  • Credit card charges are subject to a surcharge of 2 percent

This may not be a comprehensive list. Fees and deposits are subject to change and might not include tax.

You need to know

This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business, or profession.
Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
The name on the credit card used at check-in to pay for incidentals must be the primary name on the guestroom reservation
This property accepts credit cards, debit cards, and cash
Cashless transactions are available
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, and a first aid kit
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children; if you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room
This property affirms that it follows the cleaning and disinfection practices of We Clean. We Care. We Welcome. (Millennium)
Please note that cultural norms and guest policies may differ by country and by property; the policies listed are provided by the property
The front desk at this property is open daily from 7 AM - 9:00 PM.
This property doesn't offer after-hours check-in. Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property.
If you cancel your booking, you'll be subject to the host's cancellation policy. In accordance with EU regulations about consumer rights, property booking services are not subject to the right of withdrawal.

We should mention

  • Pool access available from 9:00 AM to 9:00 PM.
  • Free WiFi in public areas has a 3-device limit.
  • This property welcomes guests of all sexual orientations and gender identities (LGBTQ+ friendly).

National rating

Rating provided by Qualmark®, source of official star ratings for accommodation in New Zealand.

Property is also known as

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Kingsgate Hotel Autolodge Paihia Reviews

Reviews

8.4

Very good

Rating 10 - Excellent. 431 out of 1001 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 393 out of 1001 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 130 out of 1001 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 36 out of 1001 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 11 out of 1001 reviews

8.8/10

Cleanliness

8.6/10

Staff & service

8.2/10

Amenities

8.2/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Régine

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great stay with spacieuse room
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2026

10/10 Excellent

Shixuan

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Had a fantastic stay at the Kingsgate Hotel Autolodge. The location is excellent—very convenient for getting around Paihia. The room was spotless and well-maintained. Everything was all good. Highly recommended!
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2026

8/10 Good

Todd

Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2026

10/10 Excellent

Anau

Stayed 5 nights in Jan 2026

8/10 Good

Matthew

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Clean and comfortable.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026

10/10 Excellent

Larry

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Beautiful balcony. Ocean view
Stayed 4 nights in Jan 2026

8/10 Good

Lisa

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great amenities, very comfortable bed, great shower, good to have air con in room during the summer. Top location and easy going staff. Restaurant food is very delicious.
Stayed 6 nights in Jan 2026

10/10 Excellent

David

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
great room, great location, staff very friendly and helpful
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2026

8/10 Good

Julie

Stayed 5 nights in Dec 2025

8/10 Good

Matthew, Auckland

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Clean room excellent location
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026

8/10 Good

Bryce

Room was clean. Quite a lot of noisy occupants in other rooms. Staff were mostly good, checkin was easy enough. Parking was ok, but few spots available. Games room was ok, pool was good. Wifi a bit spotty.
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2026

4/10 Poor

Sarah

Disliked: Staff & service, amenities
Great view from the suites, but the room itself is tired and in need of renovation. Limited parking and no working WiFi for whole stay.
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2025

8/10 Good

Russell

Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2025

10/10 Excellent

Shaun

Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025

6/10 Okay

Karla

Stayed 4 nights in Jan 2026

8/10 Good

MOHSEN

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The room was very good and the room service were so good. Unfortunately the receiver for sky TV in the room was not working. Also the front disc last day, the female supervisor was grumpy and make reply without check the status. The hotel amenities and the staff are good. and nice.
Stayed 7 nights in Dec 2025

8/10 Good

S K

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stay was good but could be improved.
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2025

10/10 Excellent

Duncan

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great experience/stay
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2025

10/10 Excellent

Sharleen

Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2025

8/10 Good

Gayla

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Comfortable bed
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2025

10/10 Excellent

Cole

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2025

6/10 Okay

Andrea

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness
Basic property with mobile home type finishings in the rooms. Generally clean and comfortable but lacks much charm.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025

6/10 Okay

Ashika

Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2025

10/10 Excellent

Cassandra

Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2025

10/10 Excellent

Juanita

Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2025