Copthorne Hotel and Resort Bay of Islands

4.0 star property

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Property grounds
Seaview 1 King
Breakfast, dinner served; local cuisine, garden views
2 outdoor pools, open 7 AM to 10 PM, pool umbrellas, pool loungers
Lobby

Popular amenities

  • Spa
  • Bar
  • Housekeeping
  • Laundry

Explore the area

Map
1 Tau Henare Drive, Waitangi, 0200
  • Waitangi Treaty Grounds
    ‪8 min walk‬
  • Paihia Wharf
    ‪4 min drive‬
  • Paihia Beach
    ‪4 min drive‬
  • Kerikeri (KKE-Bay of Islands)
    ‪24 min drive‬

Room options

Seaview 2 Doubles

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(8 reviews)
  • 26 sq m
  • Ocean view
  • Sleeps 3
  • 2 Double Beds

Superior Harbourview 1 King

7.8 out of 10
Good
(9 reviews)
  • 26 sq m
  • Harbor view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

Gardenview 2 Doubles

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(7 reviews)
  • 16 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double Beds

Superior Harbourview 2 Doubles

  • 26 sq m
  • Harbor view
  • Sleeps 3
  • 2 Double Beds

Standard Double

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)
  • 16 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

Accessible Room

  • 16 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

Deluxe Seaview 1 King

  • 22 sq m
  • Sea view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

Suite with Seaview 1 King

  • 35 sq m
  • Sea view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

Gardenview 1 King

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
(7 reviews)
  • 16 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

Seaview 1 King

  • 22 sq m
  • Ocean view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

Junior Suite Gardenview

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(2 reviews)
  • 35 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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About this property

Copthorne Hotel and Resort Bay of Islands

Beachfront hotel with full-service spa
Spend the day catching some rays at the beach, relaxing by one of Copthorne Hotel and Resort Bay of Islands's 2 outdoor swimming pools, or pampering yourself at the full-service spa.
Copthorne Hotel and Resort Bay of Islands offers 140 accommodations with safes and hair dryers. Rooms open to patios. A pillow menu is available. 42-inch LCD televisions come with satellite channels.

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

2 outdoor swimming pools are on site along with a children's pool. Other recreational amenities include an outdoor tennis court.

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

S.O.S Day Spa has 1 treatment room. Services include deep-tissue massages, hot stone massages, Swedish massages, and facials. A variety of treatment therapies are provided, including aromatherapy and reflexology. The spa is open select days.
Our customers tell us they can't get enough of Copthorne Hotel and Resort Bay of Islands's great location. During your stay, you're just a quick walk from Bay of Islands. Enjoy features like free WiFi in public areas and free self parking, plus 2 outdoor pools.
  • Free WiFi in some public areas
  • Free self parking
  • Enjoy local cuisine and garden views while dining at Jimmy Cook’s Restaurant
  • Buffet breakfast served daily for a fee
  • Take a swim in the 2 outdoor pools
  • Treat yourself to deep-tissue massages, reflexology, or body treatments at S.O.S Day Spa
  • Services include dry cleaning/laundry, a concierge, and tour or ticket assistance
  • Onsite recreation includes an outdoor tennis court
  • Guests have great things to say about the clean accommodations and the location
  • Steps from Bay of Islands and Te Ti Bay
Copthorne Hotel and Resort Bay of Islands offers its guests a full-service spa, 2 outdoor swimming pools, an outdoor tennis court, and a children's pool. There's a restaurant on site. You can enjoy a drink at the bar/lounge. Public spaces have free WiFi.

Spa services, a library, and tour/ticket assistance are also featured at the eco-certified Copthorne Hotel and Resort Bay of Islands. Self parking is free.

This 4-star Waitangi hotel is smoke free.

For a fee, guests can enjoy buffet breakfast daily from 6:30 AM to 10 AM.
Jimmy Cook’s Restaurant - Overlooking the garden, this restaurant specializes in local cuisine and serves breakfast and dinner. Guests can enjoy alfresco dining (weather permitting).
Jimmy Cook's Cafe Bar - This poolside bar specializes in local cuisine and serves light fare only. Guests can enjoy alfresco dining (weather permitting). Open select days.

Awards and affiliations

Eco-Certified Property
This property participates in Qualmark Sustainable Tourism Business Award, a program that measures the property's impact on one or more of the following: environment, community, cultural-heritage, the local economy.

Languages

Chinese (Mandarin), English, German, Hindi

Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Electric car charging station on site
  • Free self parking on site
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking available

Food and drink

  • Daily buffet breakfast available 6:30 AM to 10 AM for a fee: NZD 35 for adults and NZD 17.50 for children
  • A bar/lounge
  • A restaurant

Restaurants on site

  • Jimmy Cook's Cafe Bar
  • Jimmy Cook’s Restaurant

Things to do

  • 18-hole adjacent golf course
  • 2 outdoor pools
  • Children's pool
  • Full-service spa
  • Library
  • Outdoor tennis court
  • TV in common areas

Family friendly

  • 2 outdoor pools
  • Children's pool
  • Free cot
  • In-room refrigerator

Conveniences

  • Limited-hour front desk
  • Luggage storage
  • Safe at front desk
  • Water dispenser

Guest services

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

Business services

  • Conference space
  • Meeting rooms

Outdoors

  • Garden
  • On the beach
  • On the waterfront
  • Picnic area
  • Pool loungers
  • Pool umbrellas

Full-service spa

  • Aromatherapy
  • Couples treatment rooms
  • Deep-tissue massages
  • Facials
  • Hot stone massages
  • Manicures/pedicures
  • Prenatal massages
  • Reflexology
  • Spa open select days
  • Swedish massages
  • Treatment room

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
  • Upper floors accessible by stairs only
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible business centre
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk (110 centimetre high)
  • Wheelchair-accessible restaurant

More

  • 2 floors
  • At least 80% lighting from LEDs
  • Banquet hall
  • Biodegradable drinking straws available
  • Comprehensive food waste policy
  • Comprehensive recycling policy
  • Eco-friendly cleaning products used
  • Humane treatment of captive wild animals
  • Local artist showcase
  • Local culture and ecosystem education
  • 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
  • Free cot
  • Pillow menu

Bathroom

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

Entertainment

  • 42-inch LCD TV with cable/satellite channels

Food and drink

  • Electric kettle
  • Refrigerator
  • Tea bags/instant coffee

More

  • Bulk dispensers for toiletries
  • Ceiling fan
  • Desk
  • Eco-friendly toiletries
  • Heating
  • Iron/ironing board
  • LED lighting
  • Phone
  • Safe
  • Water-efficient toilets

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 2 PM; Check-in end time: 10:00 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 7:00 AM - 10:00 PM
Front desk staffed during limited hours

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 not available.
  • 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 35.00 for adults and NZD 17.50 for children
  • 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
This property accepts credit cards, debit cards, and cash
Cashless transactions are available
Parties and events are allowed on site
This property uses eco-friendly cleaning products
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 7:00 AM - 10:00 PM.
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 7 AM to 10 PM.
  • Reservations are needed for golf tee times, massage services, and spa treatments. For reservations, contact the hotel before arrival using the contact information on the booking confirmation.
  • Guests may experience noise disturbance due to nearby construction work.
  • 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

Copthorne Bay Islands
Copthorne Bay Islands Waitangi
Copthorne Hotel & Resort Bay Islands
Copthorne Hotel & Resort Bay Islands Waitangi
Copthorne Hotel Resort
Copthorne Hotel & Resort Bay Of Islands Waitangi
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Copthorne Hotel Bay Of Islands
Copthorne Hotel Paihia
Copthorne Hotel Resort Bay Islands Waitangi
Copthorne Hotel Resort Bay Islands
Copthorne Of Islands Waitangi
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Copthorne Hotel and Resort Bay of Islands Waitangi
Copthorne Hotel and Resort Bay of Islands Hotel Waitangi

Copthorne Hotel and Resort Bay of Islands Reviews

Reviews

7.8

Good

Rating 10 - Excellent. 289 out of 1001 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 398 out of 1001 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 200 out of 1001 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 82 out of 1001 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 32 out of 1001 reviews

8.0/10

Cleanliness

8.0/10

Staff & service

7.8/10

Amenities

7.2/10

Property conditions & facilities

7.8/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Reyn

Travelled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Impressive pools!
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

William

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2025

6/10 Okay

Andree, Port Moresby

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
It's getting a bit dated and old. Location and Spa pool are THE BEST! If you are a piggy make the most of the buffet breakfast.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

8/10 Good

Verified traveller

Travelled with family
Liked: Staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Average Stay

We went there when the weather was really not that great, it was after a cyclone. The stay was great, the rooms is enough for my family of four and the sea view is nice. We can see the sunrise, we were blessed with just one day of good weather. The food at their restaurant is yummy. It’s just that we didnt opt for the buffet because of the buffet menu. The outdoor pool was great, but only one spot is heated. What we didnt like were the following: - we were only given one milk (tetra pack 250mL), I feel like there should be 2. - on our sscond day, my husband and I woke up with a bug bite, we were on different beds. Good thing the kids didnt have it. - we shooed couple of spiders, and had a regular visit of flies - outdoor pool was so cold especially when the weather was windy. It would have been nice for the kids if it was heated on a cold day, not heated if it is on a sunny day (just an opinion) - the soap provided was for both hand soap and body wash. - no designated parking for the room, first come first one to get the good spot - the EV charger has no rule on use as someone jut left their plugin car almost the whole day, not allowing others to be able to use. Although this one is not really on the hotel but on the inconsiderate guest.
View from our room
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2025

2/10 Terrible

Julie

Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025

4/10 Poor

Levi

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Disliked: Staff & service
All we wanted was a good relax and watch tv in bed after a hard long week after a tangi. Instead after and hour of trying to get tv working I call reception to be told tvs aren’t working and no discount was offered. Was clean and tidy and comfortable which was a plus.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Adrian

Stayed 4 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Catherine

Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2025

6/10 Okay

Verified traveller

Liked: Staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Pleasant Stay

We stayed at a king seaview room which has an unobstructed seaview, a deck leads to large lawn area right by the sea which was so beautiful. Not sure about the cleanliness though we found crumbs of food on the floor and one of the pillows have black marks on. The shower over bath dripping water all over the floor from the glass every time you took a shower. Staff are nice and friendly can't complain. Overall we enjoyed ourselves at Copthorne bay of islands.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2025

8/10 Good

Allan

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Enjoyed a relaxing stay and staff service was very good.Breakfast was excellent also.Pool area very good.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Pirima

Travelled with family, Travelled with family and small children, Travelled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
This was a most enjoyable stay. The staff are friendly, tge service is great, and the breakfast options are also great, and children eat for free at breakfast time. I highly recommend taking your family here for a weekend stay. Our family are definitely coming back!! Thank you Copthorbe Paihia
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025

8/10 Good

Nicole

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great clean & fresh little spot. We stayed in a superior harbour view King room. Was nice inside, balcony tiny & Harbourview not a great deal to look at. Parking was very limited. Overall a nice place to stay
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025

6/10 Okay

Rachel K

Business traveller
Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Hotel a bit tired; rooms could do with a refurb. Great food at the conference.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Ho Kyung

Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

6/10 Okay

Alain

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
No wifi
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Shane

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
great location, nice grounds, great staff
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Raksha

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Copthorne Bay of Islands feels like paradise. From our room to the pool, spa and restaurant - the layout, service and experience was absolutely breathtaking. Me and my partner had the seafacing room with a balcony and truly enjoyed the views and stay. We will definately be back.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kevin Dean

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
The front deck staff were very helpfulness helping us get the right room type. Their recommendations for activities to do around the Bay of Islands were awesome. The dinner in the restaurant was delicious. We extended our stay due to the great service and views!
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

8/10 Good

Jennifer

Disliked: Staff & service
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Miluska

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Lovely refurbished room overlooking the water with boats. Friendly helpful staff. Would stay here again in the future.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2025

8/10 Good

Graham

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

8/10 Good

Debbie

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Go ahead and book, clean and affordable. Rooms a little dated. Pools are weird with strange unclear access but lovely surroundings. One warm pool but has chipped debis floating in water. No complaints about the food, desserts were delicious, breakfast was a buffet with a lot of choice. Ask what nights dinner is buffet, we missed out and got disappointed. Husband is a large eater and the fine dining portion doesn’t cut it. Eye fillet great, King fish such a small portion it was ridiculous
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

6/10 Okay

Suleman

Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2025

4/10 Poor

Amy

Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Caroline

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
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Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2025