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The Sanctuary @ Bay of Islands

5.0 star property
Luxury hotel with a 24-hour front desk and an outdoor pool

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Relax by the serene pool surrounded by lush green hills and a body of water.
Relax in comfort with a large bed, wicker armchairs, and a TV, plus a balcony with a view of the water and surrounding greenery.
Escape to a serene lakeside retreat with a spacious deck and tranquil views.
Relax in this inviting living space with two comfortable sofas, a coffee table, and a kitchen area.
Enjoy a peaceful breakfast on the balcony with a serene lake view.
The Sanctuary @ Bay of Islands sits right by the sea, offering a peaceful escape from everyday life. Travelers can enjoy meals at the restaurant, relax on the sunny terrace, or spend quiet hours with a book from the property's library.

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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Deluxe Suite, Sea View

Deluxe Suite, Sea View

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(4 reviews)

Highlights

Balcony
Individually decorated
Heating
Flat-screen TV
Ceiling fan
Premium bedding
Private bathroom
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 - 15 min walk - 1.3 km
  • Paihia Beach - 5 min drive - 4.4 km
  • Paihia Wharf - 5 min drive - 4.8 km
  • Haruru Falls - 12 min drive - 10.5 km
  • Russell Beach - 20 min drive - 10.3 km

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 24-hour front desk, multilingual staff, and coffee/tea in the lobby
  • Tour/ticket assistance, an elevator, and a front-desk safe
Room features
All guestrooms are individually decorated, and boast comforts such as premium bedding and bathrobes, in addition to perks like free WiFi.
More 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

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Property amenities

Internet

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

Parking and transportation

  • Free self parking on site

Food and drink

  • A restaurant
  • Coffee and tea in common areas

Things to do

  • Library
  • Outdoor pool

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Laundry facilities
  • Safe at front desk

Guest services

  • Dry cleaning/laundry service
  • Multilingual staff
  • No housekeeping service
  • Tour and ticket assistance

Outdoors

  • Terrace

Accessibility

  • Elevator

More

  • 1 building
  • 2 floors
  • Built in 2005
  • Designated smoking areas

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Premium bedding
  • Rollaway/extra bed (surcharge)

Bathroom

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

Entertainment

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

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Electric kettle

More

  • Ceiling fan
  • Desk
  • Heating
  • Individual decor
  • Iron/ironing board

Policies

Check-in

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

Check-out

Check-out before 11 AM
Contactless check-out available

Special check-in instructions

Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property

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
Cribs (infant beds) are not available

Property payment types

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
Safety features at this property include a smoke detector
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

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 rating system.

Property is also known as

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

How much does it cost to stay at The Sanctuary @ Bay of Islands?

As of Jul 22, 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at The Sanctuary @ Bay of Islands on Jul 23, 2025 start from CA $344.25, excluding taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

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?

Check-out is at 11 AM.

Where is The Sanctuary @ Bay of Islands located?

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

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The Sanctuary @ Bay of Islands Reviews

Reviews

10

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 27 out of 29 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 2 out of 29 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 29 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 29 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 29 reviews

9.8/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Staff & service

10/10

Amenities

9.8/10

Property conditions & facilities

10/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10

Fantastic location and accommodation. Such great hosts.
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2024

10/10

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

10/10

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

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

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

Loved our stay, very comfortable room, great place to relax with amazing views and the Jaeger and the other staff made us feel so welcome. Would love to return.
Stayed 4 nights in Jan 2025

10/10

This is an amazing place. Staff excellent. Relatively convenient to Paihia dining. Wonderful views.
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2025

10/10

Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2024

8/10

Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2024

10/10

The place was just wonderful
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2023

10/10

Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2023

10/10

Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2023

10/10

Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2019

10/10

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

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

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

8/10

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

Have stayed at many luxury properties around the world. Among the best ! Rudi and ash
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2017

10/10

Very good experience indeed. Nice, family-run hotel.

10/10

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

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

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

Un hotel estupendo. Todo perfecto. Los propietarios muy atentos. El desayuno con vistas a la bahía impresionante.

10/10

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

Good location. Very luxurious accommodation and friendly hosts.