Curated luxury hotels in Russell

When you stay at The Duke of Marlborough Hotel in Russell, you'll be on the waterfront, just steps from Russell Beach and 4 minutes by foot from Russell Museum. This luxury hotel is 0.2 mi (0.4 km) from Tapeka Point and 0.5 mi (0.7 km) from Russell Christ Church.

The 19th-century Duke Hotel is located on the waterfront, overlooking the stunning Bay of Islands. It features a guest lounge, restaurant and bar and garden bar, as well as a gymnasium. Free Wi-Fi is available throughout the property.

Situated in Russell town centre, The Duke of Marlborough is just 4 minutes walk from Russell Museum and the historic Pompallier House. Paihia is a 40-minute drive away.

The rooms feature modern decor with a traditional twist. Each room includes a refrigerator and a flatscreen TV. Some rooms offer a private balcony and bay views.

The Duke of Marlborough's restaurant offers a range of New Zealand favourites, including locally caught seafood. An extensive list of local wines is available at the waterfront House Bar.

Guests can relax in the cosy lounge, which features a fireplace. Local activities include dolphin watching, swimming and fishing. The hotel can arrange dry cleaning and luggage storage upon request.

Located in Paihia, Breakwater Motel is on the waterfront – a 5-minute walk from Paihia Wharf and 6 minutes by foot from Paihia Beach. This beach motel is 1.5 mi (2.3 km) from Waitangi Treaty Grounds and 2.1 mi (3.4 km) from Waitangi Golf Club.

When you stay at Anchorage Motel in Paihia, you'll be on the waterfront, just steps from Paihia Beach and 9 minutes by foot from Paihia Wharf. This beach motel is 2 mi (3.3 km) from Waitangi Treaty Grounds and 2.6 mi (4.3 km) from Waitangi Golf Club.

Located in Russell, Pomare Beach Chalet provides accommodation with a private pool, a patio and garden views. This property offers access to a balcony, free private parking and free WiFi. The property is non-smoking and is set 7.4 km from Christ church.

The spacious chalet with a terrace and sea views features 2 bedrooms, a living room, a flat-screen TV, an equipped kitchen with an oven and a microwave, and 1 bathroom with a shower. A private entrance leads guests into the chalet, where they can enjoy some chocolates or cookies. The property has an outdoor dining area.

The chalet has a picnic area where you can spend a day out in the open.

Russell Museum is 7.5 km from the chalet, while Flagstaff Hill is 8.4 km away. Bay of Islands Airport is 33 km from the property.

When you stay at Scenic Hotel Bay of Islands in Paihia, you'll be by the ocean, within a 5-minute walk of Bay of Islands and Paihia Beach. This beach hotel is 0.3 mi (0.5 km) from St Paul’s Church and 0.5 mi (0.9 km) from Paihia Wharf.

When you stay at Copthorne Hotel and Resort Bay of Islands in Waitangi, you'll be on the beach, just steps from Bay of Islands and Te Ti Bay. This beach hotel is 0.5 mi (0.7 km) from Waitangi Treaty Grounds and 0.5 mi (0.7 km) from Treaty House.

With a stay at Paihia Beach Resort & Spa Hotel in Paihia, you'll be next to a golf course, within a 10-minute walk of Paihia Wharf and Paihia Beach. This beach hotel is 1.2 mi (1.9 km) from Waitangi Treaty Grounds and 1.8 mi (3 km) from Waitangi Golf Club.

With a stay at Ash Grove Boutique Motel in Haruru, you'll be within a 15-minute walk of Bay of Islands and Haruru Falls. This motel is 1.4 mi (2.2 km) from Action World and 2.1 mi (3.3 km) from Te Ti Bay.

Offering quality accommodation, this 4.5-star property is nestled between Paihia and Waitangi on Te Ti Bay. Gateway Motel & Apartments offers a range of accommodation suitable for small groups, corporate travellers, team building and wedding parties.

The property offers air-conditioned deluxe king studios, one and two-bedroom apartments and an executive suite. The studios, one and two-bedroom apartments have kitchenette facilities, unlimited free WiFi, satellite TV and the use of the barbecue area with outdoor seating. The apartments on the upper level open onto a communal balcony offering lovely sea views. Each unit has outdoor seating to enjoy the sunrise or sunset.

Bay of Islands Gateway Motel & Apartments is conveniently situated 100 metres from a supermarket. Waitangi Treaty Grounds is a short walk away. The Waitangi Golf Course and Waitangi Mountain Bike Park are just a 5-minute drive from the property. Kerikeri Airport is a 20-minute drive away. Café/Restaurant - Breeze Café & Grill – 300m
Café - Café 10 – 1.2, Restaurant - CBK Craft Beer & Kitchen 1,2Km, Restaurant - Greens Thai 1km, Restaurant - Greens Indian 1 km, Restaurant - Jimmy Jacks 1.1km,Café/Bar - Letz Café 1.1Km, Phat House Brewery 3.0 Km, Café - The Third Wheel 1.0 Km, Restaurant - The Blue Door 1.7km, Café - Whare Waka Café – 1.3km, Bay of Islands Cruise & Kayak - 650m, Waitangi Mountain Bike Park - 3.9km, Supermarket - 100m.

Free parking is available on site. Limited boat parking and mountain bike storage is also available and must be booked in advance. The motel also offers laundry facilities and luggage storage.

With a stay at The Sanctuary @ Bay of Islands in Opua, you'll be by the sea, within a 5-minute drive of Bay of Islands and Bay of Islands Marina. This luxury hotel is 1.7 mi (2.8 km) from Makana Chocolate Boutique and 2.7 mi (4.4 km) from Paihia Beach.

A stay at Bay Cabinz Motel places you in the heart of Paihia, within a 10-minute walk of Bay of Islands and Paihia Beach. This motel is 0.3 mi (0.5 km) from Paihia Wharf and 0.4 mi (0.6 km) from St Paul’s Church.

When you stay at Admiral's View Lodge in Paihia, you'll be by the ocean, within a 5-minute walk of Paihia Beach and Bay of Islands. This eco-friendly motel is 0.5 mi (0.8 km) from Paihia Wharf and 2.1 mi (3.4 km) from Waitangi Treaty Grounds.

Situated on the Waitangi River with spectacular views of Haruru Falls, this family friendly resort features a children’s playground.

Each room at Haruru Falls Motel & Conference Centre features a refrigerator, coffee/tea making facilities and a private bathroom.

Haruru Falls Motel & Conference Centre Bay of Islands is set on lush green lawns with palm trees, outdoor tables and giant chess board. Guests have access to a boat ramp, kayak rentals and walking trails.

Haruru Falls Motel & Conference Centre is a 5-minute drive from Waitangi Treaty Grounds. Paihia town centre is only 3 km away.

With a stay at Kerikeri Court Motel, you'll be centrally located in Kerikeri, within a 5-minute drive of Bay of Islands and Skindynamique Waxing & Skin Centre. This motel is 0.3 mi (0.5 km) from Pure Day Spa and 1.1 mi (1.7 km) from St James Anglican Church.

Avalon, in a tranquil garden setting, offers self-catering cottages with free Wi-Fi and balconies overlooking the valley and the Puketotora River. It features a chemical-free outdoor swimming pool and spa facilities.

All of the cottages at Avalon Resort have a kitchen with a dishwasher, microwave and refrigerator. The living areas include cable TV, DVD player and a large seating area.

Hongi Hika Park is 2 km from the hotel. The Kerikeri Golf Club is just over a 15-minute walk away. Avalon is just over 15 minutes’ by car from Bay of Islands Airport.

Guests can relax with a massage or time in the sauna. The leisure activities available nearby include canoeing. The resort also features a library stocked with books and DVDs.

Resort Avalon offers an airport shuttle service upon request and has free private parking on site.

With a stay at Kauri Park Motel, you'll be centrally located in Kerikeri, within a 5-minute drive of Bay of Islands and Makana Confections. This eco-friendly motel is 0.1 mi (0.1 km) from The Old Packhouse Market and 0.1 mi (0.1 km) from The Kauri Workshop.

Featuring barbecue facilities and views of garden, Kerigold Secluded Chalets Motel is set in Kerikeri, 21 km from Opua Forest. Featuring a garden, the 4-star motel has air-conditioned rooms with a private bathroom. There is a sun terrace and guests can make use of free WiFi and free private parking.

The units come with a fridge, microwave, a kettle, a shower, free toiletries and a wardrobe. Selected rooms here will provide you with a kitchenette with a stovetop. All guest rooms in the motel are equipped with a flat-screen TV and a hairdryer.

Kemp House and Stone Store is 2.8 km from Kerigold Secluded Chalets Motel, while Haruru Falls is 16 km away. Bay of Islands Airport is 4 km from the property.