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The Duke of Marlborough Hotel

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Classic Room, Courtyard | Iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets
Waterfront Room | Balcony
Property entrance
Waterfront Room | Iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets
Breakfast, lunch, dinner served; local cuisine, beach views

Overview of The Duke of Marlborough Hotel

The Duke of Marlborough Hotel

4.5 star property
Luxury hotel with restaurant, near Russell Beach
9.0 out of 10 Superb
9.0/10 Superb

583 verified Hotels.com guest reviews

Property highlights

  • Free parking
  • Free WiFi
  • Restaurant
  • Air conditioning
  • Gym
  • Bar
The price is NZ$146
Price available on 13/06/2023
Map
35 The Strand, Bay of Islands, Russell, 0255
Main amenities
  • Daily housekeeping
  • Near the beach
  • Restaurants and bar/lounge
  • Fitness centre
  • 2 meeting rooms
  • 24-hour front desk
  • Garden
  • Front desk safe
  • Wedding services
  • Luggage storage
  • Tour/ticket assistance
For families
  • Children stay free
  • Fridge
  • Private bathroom
  • Cable/satellite TV service
  • Garden
  • Daily housekeeping

Room options

About this area

What's nearby

  • On the waterfront
  • Bay of Islands - 1 min walk

Getting around

  • Kerikeri (KKE-Bay of Islands) - 58 min drive

Restaurants

  • Cbk Craft Bar & Kitchen - 28 min drive
  • Alfresco's Cafe - 27 min drive
  • Hone's Garden - 2 min walk
  • Just Fish and Chips - 27 min drive
  • Charlotte's Kitchen - 28 min drive

About this property

The Duke of Marlborough Hotel

The Duke of Marlborough Hotel puts you 0.1 mi (0.1 km) from Bay of Islands. Guests can visit the fitness centre for a workout or grab a bite to eat at Duke of Marlborough, which serves local cuisine and is open for breakfast, lunch and dinner. Other highlights at this luxurious hotel include a bar/lounge and a garden. Fellow travellers say great things about the helpful staff and location.

Languages

English

At a glance

Hotel size

  • 38 rooms
  • Arranged over 2 floors

Arriving/Leaving

  • Check-in time from 3 PM until 9 PM
  • Late check-in subject to availability
  • Minimum check-in age – 18
  • Check-out time is 10 AM

Restrictions related to your trip

  • Check COVID-19 restrictions

Special check-in instructions

  • Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival
  • If you are planning to arrive after 9:00 PM please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation

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 18

Children

  • Children stay free when occupying the parent or guardian's room, using existing bedding

Pets

  • Pets not allowed

Internet

  • Free WiFi in public areas
  • Free WiFi in rooms

Parking

  • Free secured, uncovered on-site self-parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking on site
  • On-site parking is limited (max. 1 space per unit)

Other information

  • Smoke-free property

Property amenities

Food and drink

  • Restaurant
  • Bar/lounge

Travelling with children

  • Children stay for free (see details)
  • Children's menu

What to do

  • Beach nearby
  • Bike rentals nearby
  • Golfing nearby
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby
  • Kayaking nearby
  • Scuba-diving nearby
  • Skydiving nearby

Working away

  • 2 meeting rooms

Services

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Tour/ticket assistance
  • Luggage storage
  • Wedding services

Facilities

  • Built in 1827
  • Safe-deposit box at front desk
  • Garden
  • Fitness centre

Accessibility

  • Lift
  • Lift door width (centimetres): 90
  • Accessible bathroom (selected rooms)
  • In-room accessibility (selected rooms)
  • Roll-in shower (selected rooms)
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • 1 on-site accessible parking spaces
  • Visual alarms in hallways
  • Front entrance ramp
  • Well-lit path to entrance
  • Step-free path to entrance

Room amenities

Be entertained

  • IPod docking station
  • Plasma television
  • Satellite TV channels

Home comfort

  • Climate-controlled air conditioning and heating
  • Iron/ironing board

Sleep well

  • Bed sheets provided

Freshen up

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

Stay connected

  • Free WiFi
  • Phone

Food and drink

  • Fridge

More

  • Daily housekeeping
  • Guidebooks/recommendations
  • Local maps
  • Restaurant dining guide

Special features

Dining

Duke of Marlborough – This beachfront restaurant specialises in local cuisine and serves breakfast, lunch and dinner. Guests can order drinks at the bar and enjoy al fresco dining (weather permitting). A children's menu is available. Reservations are required.

Awards and affiliations

Green/Sustainable Property
This property participates in Qualmark Sustainable Tourism Business Award, a programme that measures the property's impact on one or more of the following: The Environment, the community, the cultural heritage and the local economy.

Fees & policies

Children & extra beds

  • Guests must contact this property in advance to reserve cots/infant beds, rollaway/extra beds and high chair

Hygiene & cleanliness

This property advises that enhanced cleaning measures are currently in place.

Policies

Noise-free guestrooms cannot be guaranteed.
Only registered guests are allowed in the guestrooms.
Some facilities may have restricted access. Guests can contact the property for details using the contact information on the booking confirmation.
Guests can rest easy knowing that there's a smoke detector on site.
This property welcomes guests of all sexual orientations and gender identities (LGBTQ+ friendly).
This property accepts credit cards, debit cards and cash.
This property reserves the right to pre-authorise the guest's credit card prior to arrival.

Also known as

Duke Marlborough Hotel
Duke Marlborough Hotel Russell
Duke Marlborough Russell
The Duke Of Marlborough
The Duke of Marlborough Hotel Hotel
The Duke of Marlborough Hotel Russell
The Duke of Marlborough Hotel Hotel Russell

Frequently asked questions

Does The Duke of Marlborough Hotel offer free cancellation for a full refund?
Yes, The Duke of Marlborough Hotel 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.
How much does it cost to stay at The Duke of Marlborough Hotel?
As of 10 June 2023, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at The Duke of Marlborough Hotel on 13 June 2023 start from NZ$146, including taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.
Are pets allowed at The Duke of Marlborough Hotel?
Sorry, pets aren't allowed.
Is parking offered on site at The Duke of Marlborough Hotel?
Yes, there's free self parking. Parking spaces may be limited.
What are the check-in and check-out times at The Duke of Marlborough Hotel?
You can check in from 3 PM - 9 PM. Check-out time is 10 AM.
What is there to do at The Duke of Marlborough Hotel and nearby?
Have fun with activities such as cycling, boat tours and fishing, and practise your swing at the nearby golf course. Enjoy amenities such as a fitness centre and a garden.
Are there restaurants at or near The Duke of Marlborough Hotel?
Yes, Duke of Marlborough offers al fresco dining, local cuisine and ocean views.
What's the area around The Duke of Marlborough Hotel like?
The Duke of Marlborough Hotel is located near Russell Beach, only a short 1-minute walk from Bay of Islands and 4 minutes' walk from Russell Christ Church. Travellers give top marks for the hotel's prime location.

Reviews

9.0

Superb

9.3/10

Cleanliness

9.1/10

Staff & service

8.9/10

Amenities

8.6/10

Property conditions & facilities

8.8/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

4/10 Fair

Josephine, 1-night trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review

8/10 Very good

catherine, 1-night trip
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8/10 Very good

Heather, 1-night trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review

10/10 Exceptional

Front desk service excellent, very friendly, feel welcomed. They even help us confirm some excursions we booked with other tour company. Waiter at restaurant also excellent service
1-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

Nicole, 1-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

Loved this hotel. Full of history! The building, the decor. Staff were fantastic. Amenities were good. Loved our stay here.
Margaret, 1-night romance trip
Verified Expedia guest review

10/10 Exceptional

William, 2-night trip
Verified Expedia guest review

10/10 Exceptional

This property had a great location for in a great town. The restaurant overlooked a charming bay. They support the arts and have and interesting collection that is available for purchase .
courtney, 1-night trip
Verified Expedia guest review

10/10 Exceptional

Beautiful location. Great bed. Nice staff
Jeffrey, 1-night romance trip
Verified Wotif guest review

10/10 Exceptional

The property is of historical significance and situated on the waters edge . The staff were very accommodating and i took advantage of a fantastic deal on Expedia
Tim, 1-night romance trip
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