Butterfly Bay — Hotel in Bay of Islands-Whangaroa Community

Be wary of dealing with this place, We found the owner unreliable and unprofessional. We had booked online, got a reservation number, and then an email saying our reservation booking was successful and that he would contact us for payment. Never heard from him re payment, so emailed him back. He replied saying we were misquoted the price and he now had family staying. The cost per night had been stated when booking and the total given. The ‘reservation booking is successful’ email also gave cost per night and total amount and his name was at bottom of email. Very disappointing that he then reneged on our booking. Left us in the lurch trying to find last minute accomodation. Wouldn’t give him any stars at all for this review but Google didn’t give that...

A hidden gem. Well worth the short walk. Explore the caves and walk through the rock arch to the secluded bay. Beach slopes so water gets deep quite close to shore. Be careful...

The most incredible place to stay on earth. What a special part of the world. Never experienced anything like it. Can’t wait to return...