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The Sanctuary @ Bay of Islands

5.0 star property
Step into tranquility with stunning ocean views and let helpful staff take care of you. Savor every moment on this seaside escape.

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Balcony
Beach
33-inch flat-screen TV with cable channels, TV, DVD player
Exterior
Premium bedding, individually decorated, desk, iron/ironing board

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • Pool
  • 24/7 front desk
  • Parking included
  • Laundry
  • Free WiFi
  • Restaurant

Room options

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Premium bedding, individually decorated, desk, iron/ironing board

Deluxe Suite, Sea View

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(4 reviews)

Highlights

Balcony
Individually decorated
Heating
Flat-screen TV
Ceiling fan
Premium bedding
Hairdryer
Bathrobes
  • Sea view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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About the area

Map
State Highway 11, Opua, 0241

What's nearby

  • Bay of Islands Marina - 16 min walk
  • Paihia Beach - 4 min drive
  • Paihia Wharf - 5 min drive
  • Waitangi Treaty Grounds - 9 min drive
  • Russell Beach - 24 min drive

Getting around

  • Kerikeri (KKE-Bay of Islands) - 23 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Cbk Craft Beer and Kitchen - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪Marina Cafe Opua - ‬18 min walk
  • ‪Hone's Garden - ‬20 min drive
  • ‪Paihia Wharf - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪Charlotte’s Kitchen - ‬5 min drive

About this property

The Sanctuary @ Bay of Islands

Luxury hotel near Bay of Islands
You can look forward to a terrace, a library and dry cleaning/laundry services at The Sanctuary @ Bay of Islands. Free in-room WiFi and a restaurant are available to all guests.
Additional perks include:
  • An outdoor pool
  • Free self-parking
  • A front desk safe, a lift and a 24-hour front desk
  • Coffee/tea in reception, tour/ticket information and multilingual staff
Room features
All rooms are individually decorated, and boast comforts such as premium bedding and dressing gowns, in addition to perks such as free WiFi.
Other amenities include:
  • Heating and ceiling fans
  • Bathrooms with showers and free toiletries
  • 33-inch flat-screen TVs with cable channels and DVD players
  • Balconies, electric kettles and desks

Languages

English

Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi and wired Internet
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi and wired Internet

Parking and public transport

  • Free self-parking on site

Food and drink

  • 1 restaurant
  • Coffee/tea in a common area

Things to do

  • Outdoor pool

Conveniences

  • Lift
  • Front-desk safe
  • Library

Guest services

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Dry-cleaning service
  • Laundry facilities
  • Multilingual staff
  • No housekeeping
  • Tour/ticket assistance

Outdoors

  • Terrace

Accessibility

  • Lift

More

  • Designated smoking areas

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Ceiling fan
  • Heating
  • Premium bedding
  • Rollaway/extra beds (surcharge)

Bathroom

  • Dressing gowns
  • Free toiletries
  • Hairdryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Shower
  • Towels

Entertainment

  • 33-inch flat-screen TV
  • TV channels
  • DVD player

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Electric kettle

More

  • Desk
  • Individually decorated
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Slippers

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 2 PM; check-in end time: 9:00 PM
Contactless check-in and check-out are available
Late check-in subject to availability
Minimum check-in age - 18

Check-out

Check-out before 11 AM
Contactless check-out

Special check-in instructions

Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

Pets not allowed

Children and extra beds

Children 12 and younger are not allowed at this property; all guests older than 12 are welcome
Rollaway/extra beds are available for NZD 50 per night.
Cots (infant beds) are not available

Payment types at the property

Important information

Optional extras

  • Rollaway bed fee: NZD 50 per night

The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may not include tax and are subject to change.

You need to know

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 and cash
Cashless transactions are available

We should mention

Children 12 years old and younger are not permitted at this property
Some facilities may have restricted access; guests can contact the property for details using the contact information on the booking confirmation

National rating

For the benefit of our customers, we have provided a rating based on our ratings system.

Property is also known as

Sanctuary @ Bay Islands Hotel Opua
Sanctuary @ Bay Islands Hotel
Sanctuary @ Bay Islands Opua
Sanctuary @ Bay Islands
The Sanctuary @ Bay Of Islands Opua, New Zealand
Bay Of Islands Hotel Opua
The Sanctuary Of Islands Opua
The Sanctuary @ Bay of Islands Opua
The Sanctuary @ Bay of Islands Hotel
The Sanctuary @ Bay of Islands Hotel Opua

Frequently asked questions

Does The Sanctuary @ Bay of Islands have a pool?

Yes, this property has an outdoor pool.

Is The Sanctuary @ Bay of Islands pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much is parking at The Sanctuary @ Bay of Islands?

Self-parking is free at this property.

What time is check-in at The Sanctuary @ Bay of Islands?

Check-in start time: 2 PM; check-in end time: 9:00 PM. Late check-in is available during limited hours.

What time is check-out at The Sanctuary @ Bay of Islands?

Checkout is at 11 AM.

Where is The Sanctuary @ Bay of Islands located?

Situated by the sea, this luxury hotel is within 1 mile (2 km) of Bay of Islands Marina and Bay of Islands. Makana Chocolate Boutique and Paihia Beach are also within 3 miles (5 km).

The Sanctuary @ Bay of Islands Reviews

Reviews

10

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 24 out of 26 reviews" "
Rating 8 - Good. 2 out of 26 reviews" "
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 26 reviews" "
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 26 reviews" "
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 26 reviews" "

9.8/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Staff & service

10/10

Amenities

9.8/10

Property conditions & facilities

10/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

8/10 Good

Christina

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Gail

Travelled with partner
Wonderful stay at the sanctuary. The staff were so friendly. Would definitely go there again.
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Daniel, Carbondale

Travelled with partner
The place was just wonderful
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Keith

Travelled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The Host and Hostess were lovely people. The details.., Glenish thought of everything! One of the highlights of our trip! If I could give them 6 stars or 10… I would!
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Keith

Travelled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Not super close to shops but not that far either. Highly Recommend! One of the nicest B&B’s we’ve stayed at
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Gaute

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Annie

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2023

10/10 Excellent

Cassie

Liked: Property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Could not have wanted more!
Beautiful accommodation in a great location and great hosting - everything we needed for our stay was available.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2022

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2019

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The decor and location were awesome. Sitting out on the patio with a wonderful view was a worthwhile experience. The food was exceptional.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2019

10/10 Excellent

Chris, Christchurch NZ

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Fantastic views & warm welcome
The Sanctuary is an oasis of tranquility and Glenys & Yogi are consummate hosts. By the way the cooking is fantastic as well. The Sanctuary’s rooms are finished to a high standard and each has its own balcony with views over luxuriant forest to the bay. I would have no hestitation in recommending the Sanctuary to travellers wanting a high end accommodation experience in the Bay of Islands.
Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2017

10/10 Excellent

Jeremy

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stunning views
Great Boutique hotel with stunning views from the bedrooms and from the lovely open plan dining/lounge area. The excellent hosts were both welcoming and helpful
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2017

10/10 Excellent

anirudh , auckland

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Amazing - 5 star , read why below
Have stayed at many luxury properties around the world. Among the best ! Rudi and ash
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2017

10/10 Excellent

Philip, London

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
A delightful, family-run guest house
Very good experience indeed. Nice, family-run hotel.

10/10 Excellent

Liz, Leek

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stunning Location
Rather a unique hotel! On arrival we were warmly greeted by Glennis & Yogi the proprietors & taken to our delightful room. The view was fabulous, as it was from all the rooms. Glennis cooked a great meal for all the guests the first evening of our stay. We had complimentary wine with dinner. Certainly a delightful place to stay.

10/10 Excellent

Niall, Scotland.

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Sanctuary is an appropriate name.
A unique house, set in from tHe road overlooking the bay with four rooms, each with fantastic views. Large communal area with the kitchen and dining area with a large verandah, again with superb views and a small plunge pool. There was only myself and one other guest staying there but the host was friendly, very knowledgeable about the area and a great cook. One of the most relaxing places I have stayed in. I was originally only going to stay the one night, but as soon as I saw the place decided to stay a 2nd, I only wish I could have stayed longer. Was able to sleep with the patio doors fully open looking out over the trees to the bay - almost like sleeping outside but a lot more comfortable. Very hard to think of any negatives - slight bit of road noise when out on the verandas, but dies away in the evening and maybe the bread for breakfast could have been a bit more interesting - but that's being very picky. Definitely on the "must return to" list.

10/10 Excellent

Marty, Auckland

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Beautiful views, tranquil location.
Nice to wake up to an elevated view of the bay through bushland, with natural sounds and not traffic noise. Very comfortable room and bed. We enjoyed the piano and a glass of wine before retiring. Friendly hosts who accommodated us well. All smiles...

10/10 Excellent

Peter, toronto

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Spectacular views and exclusive location
Great 5 room Boutique hotel perched on the side of a hill with breathtaking views. On site ownership ensures attention to detail. Go and relax....

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Excellent
Good location. Very luxurious accommodation and friendly hosts.

10/10 Excellent

Allen, New Zealand - Auckland

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Facilities: Modern; Value: well priced; Service: Outstanding; Cleanliness: Beautiful; Just a wonderful place to be

10/10 Excellent

Rhiannon, New Zealand - Waikato

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Facilities: Outstanding; Value: Expensive but worth it!; Service: Go the extra mile, Outstanding; Cleanliness: Delightful; Fantastic dinner available, great company, amazing location just outside Paihia so you can get away from it all while still having easy access!

10/10 Excellent

Heather, Australia - TAS - Regional TAS

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities

8/10 Good

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Remanso de paz
Nos alojamos durante 2 noches en este lodge,y fue una estancia muy agradable. muy buena decoración y habitación amplia. Lo mejor del lugar son sin duda sus vistas. Los dueños muy agradables y te ayudan en todo lo que pueden.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2017

10/10 Excellent

Daniel, Madrid

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Un hotel estupendo. Todo perfecto. Los propietarios muy atentos. El desayuno con vistas a la bahía impresionante.