The Bay Motel, Half-moon Bay
Overview
The 4-star The Bay Motel Half-moon Bay is only 550 metres from Stewart Island Gift Shop and boasts a courtyard and barbecue. The modern motel is a good starting point for exploring Half-moon Bay, including Oban Visitor Centre, which is merely a 7-minute stroll away.
Location
The hotel puts you in the centre of Half-moon Bay, 2.8 km from Horseshoe Point. Invercargill is 169 km from this Half-moon Bay property, while Bunkhouse Theatre is a mere 600 metres away.
Nature lovers will appreciate the proximity to Butterfield Beach, which is nearly a 5-minute ride away.
Rooms
The spacious rooms include an adjoining terrace and a private balcony, furnished with a stone fireplace, and some of them face the sea. Guests can use a spa bathtub and a walk-in shower, along with a hairdryer and bath sheets. Here you'll also find views of the Tasman Sea.
Leisure & Business
Additionally, staying at this Half-moon Bay hotel, active guests can enjoy a golf course on site.
Rooms and availability
Facilities
General
- No smoking on site
- Wi-Fi
- Free parking
- Off-site car park
- Safe deposit box
- VIP check-in/ -out
- Express check-in/ -out
- No pets allowed
- Rooms/ Facilities for disabled
- Wheelchair access
- Adults only
- Luggage storage
- Smoke detectors
- Fire extinguishers
- Key access
Sports & Fitness
- Diving
- Snorkelling
- Canoeing
- Hiking
- Cycling
- Bowling
- Golf course
- Table tennis
- Fishing
Guest Parking
- Electric kettle
- Cookware/ Kitchen utensils
Services
- Free airport shuttle
- Housekeeping
- Laundry
- Tours/Ticket assistance
Dining
- In-room breakfast
- Outdoor dining area
Business
- Fax/Photocopying
Children
- Cots
Facilities for people with disabilities
- Toilet for disabled
- Bathroom for disabled
Spa & Leisure
- Sun terrace
- BBQ facilities
Room features
- Heating
- Sitting area
- Patio
- Terrace
- Garden furniture
- Tea and coffee facilities
- Dining table
Bathroom
- Free toiletries
Self-catering
- Electric kettle
- Cookware/ Kitchen utensils
Bedroom
- Electric blankets
Media
- Flat-screen TV
Room decor
- Carpeted floor
Recommended for:
Coastal HikeTake a guided hike along the stunning coastal trail, stopping to admire the rugged cliffs, rocky shores, and hidden coves along the way.
Kiwi SpottingJoin a local wildlife expert on a nocturnal kiwi spotting tour to catch a glimpse of these elusive birds in their natural habitat.
Paddleboarding AdventureRent a paddleboard and explore the calm waters of the bay, gliding past rocky islets and secluded beaches.
Seafood Cooking ClassLearn to prepare local seafood dishes using fresh ingredients and traditional techniques in a hands-on cooking class led by a professional chef.
Beach PicnicOrder a gourmet picnic basket from the hotel's kitchen and enjoy a relaxing lunch on the beach, complete with wine, cheese, and fresh-baked bread.
Whale WatchingBoard a comfortable catamaran and head out to sea to watch for whales, dolphins, seals, and other marine mammals that frequent the waters off the coast.
- Wine Tasting
- Yoga on the Beach
- Art Workshop
- Farm-to-Table Dinner
- Sunset Cruise
- Stargazing
- Hot Springs Soak
- Māori Cultural Experience
Location
*Situated in the heart of Half Moon Bay, the motel is near Crayford Street Reserves and Dominion Parks. *The neighborhood boasts the Seabird Coast Art Trail, Half Moon Bay Brewery, and numerous antique shops. *Muriwai Beach, Kaipara Coast Sculpture Gardens, and Te Henga Walkway make the area ideal for outdoor enthusiasts.
- City landmarks
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