OPUA MARINA, Paihia


FLEXIBLE PICK UPS AND DROP OFFS

rent hybrid cars and save 30% on fuel

Blue Star car hire is the perfect choice if you are travelling to New Zealand’s prime destination – OPUA MARINA in the Bay of Islands. Chase the sunsets and explore the area, with our hybrid rental cars conveniently available for pickup at Opua Marina, ensuring you make the most of your time here. 

We also offer flexible pick-up / Drop-off options in these locations: – Bay of Islands Airport, Kerikeri, Paihia, OPUA MARINA. Excludes Russell.

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SUPER FRIENDLY AND COMPLETELY HASSLE FREE SERVICE

The bonus of a hybrid car is using 30% less fuel at the cheapest daily hire rate you could find!

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*Please note we charge the total cost to your credit card the day before pickup. No deposit is taken.

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*Please note we charge the total cost to your credit card the day before pickup. No deposit is taken.

Opua, located just a few kms from Paihia

Serves as the gateway to the Bay of Islands and Russell. It’s where vehicle ferries embark on a quick 10-minute crossing to Okiato. Once overshadowed by Okiato, Opua now thrives as a ferry landing and recreational marina, with a population of fewer than 1,000 residents.

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Paihia, a coastal town in the Bay of Islands, Northland

Just three hours north of Auckland and an hour north of Whangarei, Paihia is renowned as the gateway to the Bay of Islands, attracting visitors with its beachfront charm, bustling wharf, and sheltered waters.

Paihia offers diverse activities, with water-based adventures like fishing, boating, cruising, kayaking, and parasailing topping the list. The town provides a range of accommodations, making it an ideal base for exploring the Bay of Islands and Northland. Ferry trips to Russell, a short drive to Kerikeri, and visits to the Hokianga region on the west coast are easily accessible from Paihia.

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Opua boasts facilities

Such as a post office, Dairy shop, cafes, a modern 240-berth marina, a large wharf, yacht club and school. This store, situated over the water, offers a diverse range of items, from freshly baked bread to fishing gear, wine, and beer.

For those arriving by boat

Opua provides various boating services, including repair facilities, chandlery, launching ramps, sail repair, and an engine shop. Whether you’re a resident or a visitor, Opua remains a vital part of the Bay of Islands, with its cliff-top houses providing spectacular views across the bay.

Explore local beaches, restaurants, historic sites, natural wonders and a whole lot more by hiring an eco-friendly Blue Star vehicle. 

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Jennifer King
Jennifer King
10:39 21 Apr 25
We have rented from Blue Star several times during our stay at Bay of Islands Marina. The cars are very well maintained and the company is very customer service oriented. I would highly recommend renting from Blue Star.
Joe Jefferies
Joe Jefferies
08:17 20 Apr 25
Arriving in cyclone weather our car was dropped to our motel. Chris is easy to deal with very helpful. Lovely car also. Highly recommend them
Bex Rose
Bex Rose
02:55 31 Mar 25
This company went above and beyond to make sure I had a car in Kerikeri, after Budget completely mucked me around. I will ONLY use Blue Star Car Rentals from now on! Incredible service, friendly people and a great car to get around in! Highly recommend.
Jimmy Bedroom
Jimmy Bedroom
18:25 18 Mar 25
Excellent service in all respects, we will definitely use you again! Thank you
alistair reese
alistair reese
00:48 07 Feb 25
Peter
Peter
04:35 28 Jan 25
These guys are the best!We had last minute travel plan changes and had to change our booking a couple of times.They were very accommodating, getting back to us promptly, nothing was a problem.We were greeted by a lovely lady who had a sign at the airport, super friendly, no hassles, car right there ready to go.The car was very clean and suited our needs.The pick up and drop off was as smooth as you can get!I highly recommend these guys! AAA+++
Emily Hacking
Emily Hacking
19:26 13 Jan 25
Chris came to our rescue, our car broke down and needed to go to the garage- I left a message with Blue star and they rang me back almost immediately. Chris was extremely helpful and flexible in assisting us. I cant recommend these guys enough, if I find myself up North again, I would use Blue Star rentals 🙂
Barb safari lover
Barb safari lover
06:06 10 Jan 25
Great experience! Easy friendly checkin, great car, easy checkout. Reasonable price. Gratitude for a great day.
Simone Eastwell
Simone Eastwell
23:12 05 Jan 25
Excellent service and reliability. I would definitely recommend this company.
Pacific Mermaid
Pacific Mermaid
21:29 04 Jan 25
Great service and friendly people always go the extra mile Great company to work with
Steven Marshall
Steven Marshall
00:56 05 Dec 24
Very happy with the process; met at the airport, introduced to our car, and off we went. Our Toyota Yaris Hybrid was a treat, good size, and SO ECONOMICAL. Had no need to call Chris, but was confident that if I had, then he would've sorted my query in a flash.Big thanks. ngā mihi nui, Steven
Richard Freeborn
Richard Freeborn
03:41 13 Nov 24
Chris was very easy to deal with. The Toyota hybrid was almost new and great to drive. Dropped off at Opua marina for me. Highly recommended.
anders ullman
anders ullman
21:11 09 Nov 24
Easy online booking. Great deliver service, perfect on tîme. Very nice car, in perfect condition
Morgan maldives
Morgan maldives
05:51 03 Nov 24
Great service. Friendly, simple, convenient and the car was incredibly efficient.
Jade Thomas
Jade Thomas
08:13 28 Oct 24
Excellent communication and service. Great car. I highly recommend
Moana Te Moananui
Moana Te Moananui
08:02 25 Oct 24
Kia Ora. We appreciated the great service we received. If you are ever in Kerikeri and require a rental, contact Blue Star. Definitely would book with them again. Ngaa mihi
Gian von Broembsen
Gian von Broembsen
02:23 16 Oct 24
Great Service and good price. Car was clean and new. Will definitely be using them again.
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VSC KKMS
23:38 15 Oct 24
Dag Sundman
Dag Sundman
16:51 06 Oct 24
Top service and good cars. Highly recommended.
Grant Hill
Grant Hill
00:59 10 Sep 24
Friendly service and great value for money.The car was clean & in good condition.We will definitely be using Blue Star next time we're in the Bay of Islands.
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Get your Blue Star Car Rental for your Far North trip

Whether you are on holiday or on business getting around Far North of New Zealand can be tricky. We can meet you at the Bay of Islands airport or anywhere around Kerikeri at no extra charge, give guidance on using hybrid car and share insights on must-see places in Northland. You are then free to travel around as much as you need!

Flexible Pick up / Drop Off at no extra cost for the Mid North: including Bay of Islands Airport, Kerikeri, Paihia, OPUA MARINA. Excludes Russell.

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