Located right on the beach, all apartments have elevated sea view. We have been here 2 times and stayed in 2 different apartments, the standard was the same: very clean, top class appliances and excellent furniture. The kitchen is much better than our one at home :) There are a couple of kayaks for people interested in a leisure paddle... More

We were lucky enough to fall across By the Bay with the help of the lovely lady from the lotto store in Mangonui. There were six of us...parents and four children (17 to 21). By the Bay was the perfect family location. Quiet, beach front access and use of canoes and kayaks... not to mention the lovely Fiona lending my... More

Stayed for 4 nights at By the Bay in the Willawong apartment, which we were upgraded to because no other rooms were free. I think it's the best room, we saw two of the others. It was impeccably clean, beds were comfortable and warm, games, books, an abundance of towels for bathroom and beach. There was an abundance of everything,... More

We booked 4 x nights at By the Bay and everything exceeded expectations. Every little detail was carefully thought out and we didn't want for anything. The location was stunning and just a short drive up to Karikari Peninsula - the beaches at which were exceptional. The place was quiet, private, out of the way and everything you could need... More

I booked a weekend stay at By the Bay using a Groupon voucher - great value for money! We stayed in the Malindi apartment just before Christmas so no crowds and usual summertime buzz - the self contained unit had stunning views of the sea from the balcony with the beach/sea only metres from the apartment. A perfect way to... More

With white sand beaches just a few steps from your door this place is a perfect summer get away. This place has it all, outdoor equipment to hit the beach with, outdoor spa over looking the ocean, bright clean tidy rooms and a fantastic host. Only down side is the noise from the other rooms but the builder was there... More

We stayed four glorious nights in the Willawong room - our family of four and another family of four (all kids < 4). The apartment was beautifully clean and well suited to young kids: all decks fully enclosed and all on one level bar a couple of steps up into the lounge. As other reviewers have mentioned, the apartment was... More

Fantastic location and amazing apartment. the most beautiful and breathtaking views. Everything you need at your doorstep! All topped off with a lovely friendly welcome from Fiona and Cleo the Jack Russell. My family really enjoyed their stay.

We spent 4 days at By The Bay. Guests are made to feel very welcome, with nothing being too much trouble. The apartment was impeccably clean and very well presented. The kitchen is well equipped, and even freshly ground coffee was supplied. There were little touches all over the apartment which really makes a difference. Fresh flowers, the coffee, skincare... More