Great location for staying in Paihia! The hosts were friendly and helpful. Access to BBQ, bikes, kayaks was nice. Right across the street from the sandier and nicer of the beach fronts in Paihia. A 10min walk to center of town, which allows a little distance from all the backpackers and pubs but still excellent and easy access to all restaurants and shops. Our studio in the motel complex did not have a kitchen set up as we expected, but Jimmy gratefully lent us a hot plate and dishes, and we used the BBQ.