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The Captains Motel

3.0 star property
Motel with outdoor pool, near Bay of Islands

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Outdoor pool
2 Bedroom Unit | Living area
2 Bedroom Family Unit | Private kitchen
Reception
Deluxe Room

Reviews

9.0 out of 10

Wonderful

Popular amenities

  • Pool
  • Non-smoking
  • Laundry facilities
  • Free parking
  • Free WiFi

Main amenities (9)

  • Daily housekeeping
  • Near the beach
  • Outdoor pool
  • Garden
  • Self-serve laundry
  • Picnic area
  • Barbecue grills
  • Limited hour front desk
  • Tour/ticket assistance

Feel at home (6)

  • Microwave
  • Private bathroom
  • Television
  • Garden
  • Daily housekeeping
  • Laundry facilities
The price is NZ$349
includes taxes & fees
4 Jan - 5 January 2025

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Comfort Apartment

Comfort Apartment

Highlights

Heating
Fridge
TV
Portable fan
Separate bedroom
Hairdryer
Private bathroom
Microwave
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Queen Studio

Queen Studio

Highlights

Heating
Free cots/infant beds
Fridge
TV
Blackout curtains
Portable fan
Hairdryer
Private bathroom
  • 17.5 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Studio

Studio

Highlights

Heating
Fridge
TV
Portable fan
Hairdryer
Private bathroom
Microwave
Toaster
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Deluxe Room

Deluxe Room

Highlights

Heating
Fridge
TV
Portable fan
Separate bedroom
Hairdryer
Private bathroom
Microwave
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 King Beds

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1 Bedroom Apartment

1 Bedroom Apartment

Highlights

Heating
Kitchen
Fridge
TV
Portable fan
Separate bedroom
Hairdryer
Private bathroom
  • 30 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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2 Bedroom Unit | Private kitchen

2 Bedroom Unit

Highlights

Heating
Fridge
TV
2 bedrooms
Blackout curtains
Portable fan
Hairdryer
Private bathroom
  • 40 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed and 2 Single Beds

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2 Bedroom Family Unit

2 Bedroom Family Unit

Highlights

Heating
Kitchen
Fridge
Dishwasher
TV
3 bedrooms
Blackout curtains
Portable fan
  • 40 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed and 2 Single Beds

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Standard Room

Standard Room

Highlights

Heating
Fridge
TV
Portable fan
Separate bedroom
Hairdryer
Private bathroom
Microwave
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Single Bed

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About the area

Map
16 Matauwhi Road, Russell, 202

What's nearby

  • Russell Christ Church - 4 min walk - 0.4 km
  • Russell Beach - 7 min walk - 0.6 km
  • Flagstaff Hill - 3 min drive - 1.7 km
  • Paihia Beach - 24 min drive - 14.4 km
  • Paihia Wharf - 25 min drive - 15.0 km

Getting around

  • Kerikeri (KKE-Bay of Islands) - 44 min drive
  • Auckland (AKL-Auckland Intl.) - 125.7 miles/202.3 km

Restaurants

  • ‪Cbk Craft Beer and Kitchen - ‬25 min drive
  • ‪Marina Cafe Opua - ‬19 min drive
  • ‪Hone's Garden - ‬6 min walk
  • ‪Paihia Wharf - ‬25 min drive
  • ‪Charlotte's Kitchen - ‬25 min drive

About this property

The Captains Motel

The Captains Motel offers a fantastic location, putting you a short five-minute walk from Bay of Islands. Guests can take a dip in the outdoor pool, and freebies such as WiFi and self-parking are added perks.

Languages

English

At a glance

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Hotel size

    • 15 rooms
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Arriving/Leaving

    • Check-in start time: 2 PM; check-in end time: 7:00 PM
    • Late check-in subject to availability
    • Minimum check-in age – 21
    • Check-out time is 10 AM
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Special check-in instructions

    • The front desk is open daily from 8 AM - 7:00 PM
    • Guests must contact the property in advance for check-in instructions; front desk staffed during limited hours
    • To make arrangements for check-in please contact the property at least 24 hours before arrival using the information on the booking confirmation
    • If you are planning to arrive after 7:00 PM please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation
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Required at check-in

    • Credit card, debit card or cash deposit required for incidental charges
    • Government-issued photo ID may be required
    • Minimum check-in age is 21
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Children

    • No cots (infant beds)
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Pets

    • Pets not allowed
WIFI

Internet

    • Free WiFi in public areas
    • Free WiFi in rooms
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Parking

    • Free on-site self-parking
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Other information

    • Smoke-free property

Property amenities

Food and drink

  • Barbecue grills

What to do

  • Beach nearby

Services

  • Front desk (limited hours)
  • Tour/ticket assistance
  • Laundry facilities

Facilities

  • Garden
  • Picnic area
  • An outdoor pool

Accessibility

  • Wheelchair-accessible
  • Grab bar near toilet

Room amenities

Be entertained

  • 42-inch TV
  • Satellite TV channels

Home comfort

  • Heating
  • Portable fan
  • Electric kettle

Sleep well

  • Bed sheets provided

Freshen up

  • Private bathroom
  • Shower only
  • Free toiletries
  • Hairdryer
  • Towels
  • Toilet paper

Stay connected

  • Free WiFi

Food and drink

  • Fridge
  • Microwave
  • Toaster
  • Free tea bags/instant coffee

More

  • Daily housekeeping

Fees & policies

Policies

This property does not have lifts.
The name on the credit card used at check-in to pay for incidentals must be the primary name on the guestroom reservation.
This property accepts major credit cards, debit cards and cash.

Also known as

Motel Russell
Russell Motel
Motel Russell New Zealand - Bay Of Islands
Motel Russell Zealand Of s
Motel Russell
The Captains Motel Motel
The Captains Motel Russell
The Captains Motel Motel Russell

Frequently asked questions

Does The Captains Motel offer free cancellation for a full refund?
Yes, The Captains Motel does have fully refundable room rates available to book on our site. If you’ve booked a fully refundable room rate, this can be cancelled up to a few days before check-in, depending on the property's cancellation policy. Just make sure that you check this property's cancellation policy for the exact terms and conditions.
Is there a pool at The Captains Motel?
Yes, there's an outdoor pool.
Are pets allowed at The Captains Motel?
Sorry, pets aren't allowed.
Is parking offered on site at The Captains Motel?
Yes, there's free self parking.
What are the check-in and check-out times at The Captains Motel?
Check-in start time: 2 PM; check-in end time: 7:00 PM. Check-out time is 10 AM.
What is there to do at The Captains Motel and nearby?
The Captains Motel has an outdoor pool and a picnic area, as well as a garden.
What's the area around The Captains Motel like?
The Captains Motel is a short 3-minute walk from Bay of Islands and 4 minutes' walk from Russell Christ Church.

The Captains Motel Reviews

Reviews

9.0

Wonderful

9.4/10

Cleanliness

9.2/10

Staff & service

9.4/10

Amenities

8.8/10

Property conditions & facilities

8.4/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Exceptional

We stayed for a couple of nights at Russell Motel. The accommodation was small but very cutely furnished with comfy beds and everything else that we needed. The hosts were so friendly and kind. Didnt feel like i met them for the first time. There is a small pool that is realh cute and the girls had a dip, although it was a cold day. The location is very close to everything you need. Would love to go there again considering that my fur baby was also welcome and they kindly offered to sit her while we enjoyed lunch at a restaurant. Thanks fo everything James and family
Vaishnavi, 2-night family trip
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10/10 Exceptional

Edwin, 2-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

Swimming pool
Jan, 2-night family trip
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8/10 Very good

Anthony, 3-night trip
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4/10 Fair

Disappointing
Fairly tired old motel with no view and no air-conditioning. Advertised as having Sky but no channels available. Reasonable distance from any restaurants and bars and not particularly good value for money. Only thing that sticks in my mind is reading in the compendium that the room rate doesn't include them doing your dishes?? Not sure how that rates with a covid clean between guests?
Tracey, 2-night family trip
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8/10 Very good

James, 2-night trip
Verified Wotif guest review

10/10 Exceptional

Latoia, 1-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

Great stay.
We were in Russell for our wedding anniversary and it was our 4th time staying in the Russell Motel. Friendly greeting when we arrived escorted to our room it was just a great experience overall.
Robert, 2-night trip
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8/10 Very good

Very comfortable bed!
1-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

Close to central Russell
2-night family trip
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10/10 Exceptional

2-night trip
Verified Expedia guest review

8/10 Very good

1-night trip
Verified Expedia guest review

10/10 Exceptional

Great Value for Money
Nice tidy spacious room. Nice pool and gardens. Very relaxed accommodation with just a short walk into Russell.
Stephen, 1-night trip
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8/10 Very good

Mark, 1-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

The owners were very friendly and welcoming. We were in a king studio which was lovely and spacious and clean. Only a few minutes walk into Russell township and was nice to have a swim.
A J, 2-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

I loved the space. Usually get quite cold but the bedding was cosy enough for me. Also cool that the body wash and shampoo is in the shower.
2-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

2-night trip
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8/10 Very good

Good location and price.
Good 3 star motel. Walking distance to town centre. Friendly owners.
Philip, 1-night trip
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8/10 Very good

Comfortable
Comfortable. Nice cool location. CLose to all thingsl
Kerrin, 2-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

1-night trip
Verified Expedia guest review

8/10 Very good

The staff were very helpful and friendly and went out of their way to help
1-night family trip
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8/10 Very good

Great location. Comfortable bed. Very clean. Appreciated the coffee tea and milk in the room. Although located on a main road it was not noisy. Would definitely recommend staying here
Gayle, 2-night romance trip
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10/10 Exceptional

Clean and tidy rooms. Staff friendly. Drunk hotel stayers returning to hotel at 3am wanting to kick the party on.
1-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

Very welcoming place to stay Quiet and private along with a short walk to downtown shops and cafes or to catch the ferry Very enjoyable stay
2-night family trip
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10/10 Exceptional

1-night trip
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