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The Captains Motel

3.0 star property
Comfortable motel, walk to Bay of Islands
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The Captains Motel

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Outdoor pool
Reception
King Studio
Reception
2 Bedroom Unit | Bathroom

Overview of The Captains Motel

Reviews
9.0

Wonderful

Popular amenities

  • PoolPoolPool
  • Free WiFiFree WiFiFree WiFi
  • Parking includedParking includedParking included
  • LaundryLaundryLaundry
  • HousekeepingHousekeepingHousekeeping

Check out the area

Map
16 Matauwhi Road, Russell, 202
  • Popular LocationRussell Christ Church4 min walk
  • Popular LocationRussell Beach7 min walk
  • Popular LocationFlagstaff Hill3 min drive
  • AirportKerikeri (KKE-Bay of Islands)44 min drive
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Room options

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King Studio

King Studio

Highlights

Heating
Free cots/infant beds
Fridge
TV
Portable fan
Blackout curtains
Private bathroom
Hairdryer
  • 23 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

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Queen Studio

Queen Studio

Highlights

Heating
Free cots/infant beds
Fridge
TV
Portable fan
Blackout curtains
Private bathroom
Hairdryer
  • 17.5 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Queen Bed

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1 Bedroom Apartment | Living area

1 Bedroom Apartment

Highlights

Heating
Free cots/infant beds
Kitchenette
Fridge
TV
Separate bedroom
Portable fan
Private bathroom
  • 30 sq m
  • Sleeps 5
  • 1 Queen Bed, 1 Single Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed

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2 Bedroom Unit | Private kitchen

2 Bedroom Unit

Highlights

Heating
Free cots/infant beds
Kitchenette
Fridge
TV
Portable fan
Blackout curtains
2 bedrooms
  • 40 sq m
  • Sleeps 5
  • 1 Queen Bed, 1 King Bed and 1 Single Bed

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2 Bedroom Family Unit

2 Bedroom Family Unit

Highlights

Heating
Free cots/infant beds
Kitchen
Fridge
TV
Portable fan
Blackout curtains
2 bedrooms
  • 40 sq m
  • Sleeps 6
  • 1 Double Bed, 1 Single Bed, 1 Queen Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed

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About the area

Russell

Located in Russell, The Captains Motel is near the beach. Bay of Islands and Tapeka Point Historic Reserve reflect the area's natural beauty and area attractions include Makana Chocolate Boutique and Action World. The Parrot Place and Makana Confections are also worth visiting.
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What's nearby

  • Russell Christ Church - 4 min walk
  • Russell Beach - 7 min walk
  • Flagstaff Hill - 3 min drive
  • Paihia Beach - 24 min drive
  • Paihia Wharf - 25 min drive

Getting around

  • Kerikeri (KKE-Bay of Islands) - 44 min drive

Restaurants

  • Cbk Craft Beer and Kitchen - 25 min drive
  • Bad Habits - 25 min drive
  • Hone's Garden - 6 min walk
  • Paihia Wharf - 25 min drive
  • The Duke of Marlborough Hotel - 8 min walk

About this property

The Captains Motel

Property highlights
The Captains Motel provides amenities, such as a garden and laundry facilities. Guests can connect to free in-room WiFi.
Other perks include:
  • An outdoor pool
  • Free self-parking
  • Barbecues, tour/ticket information and smoke-free property
Room features
All guest rooms at The Captains Motel have amenities, such as free WiFi.
Other conveniences in all rooms include:
  • Heating and portable fans
  • Free tea bags/instant coffee and electric kettles
  • Bathrooms with showers and free toiletries
  • TVs with satellite channels
  • Fridges, microwaves and toasters

Languages

English

Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Free self parking on site

Things to do

  • Outdoor pool

Family friendly

  • Free cot
  • In-room microwave
  • In-room refrigerator
  • Laundry facilities
  • Outdoor pool

Conveniences

  • Laundry facilities
  • Limited-hour front desk

Guest services

  • Daily housekeeping
  • Tour and ticket assistance

Outdoors

  • Barbecue grill
  • Garden
  • Picnic area

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Grab bar near toilet
  • In-room accessibility
  • No lift

More

  • Smoke-free property

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided
  • Free cot

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Shampoo
  • Shower
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels

Entertainment

  • TV with satellite channels

Food and drink

  • Electric kettle
  • Microwave
  • Refrigerator
  • Tea bags/instant coffee
  • Toaster

More

  • Heating
  • Portable fan

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 2 PM; check-in end time: 8 PM
Late check-in subject to availability
Minimum check-in age - 21

Check-out

Check-out before 10 AM

Special check-in instructions

The front desk is open daily from 8 AM - 8 PM
Guests must contact the property in advance for check-in instructions; front desk staff will greet guests on arrival
To make arrangements for check-in please contact the property ahead of time using the information on the booking confirmation
If you are planning to arrive after 8:00 PM please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

Pets not allowed

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
Free cots are available on request at the property

Payment types

Important information

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
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

We should mention

This property does not have any lifts

National rating

This property does not have a Qualmark® rating. For the benefit of our customers, we have provided a rating based on our ratings system.

Property is 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 have a pool?

Yes, this property has an outdoor pool.

Is The Captains Motel pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much is parking at The Captains Motel?

Self-parking is free at this property.

What time is check-in at The Captains Motel?

Check-in start time: 2 PM; check-in end time: 8 PM. Late check-in is available during limited hours.

What time is check-out at The Captains Motel?

Checkout is at 10 AM.

Where is The Captains Motel located?

Situated near the beach, this motel is within a 5-minute walk of Bay of Islands, Russell Christ Church and Russell Museum. Pompalier House and Russell Beach are also within 10 minutes.

The Captains Motel Reviews

Reviews

9.0

Wonderful

Rating 10 - Excellent. 116 out of 208 reviews" "
Rating 8 - Good. 77 out of 208 reviews" "
Rating 6 - Okay. 13 out of 208 reviews" "
Rating 4 - Poor. 2 out of 208 reviews" "
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 208 reviews" "

9.4/10

Cleanliness

9.2/10

Staff & service

9.4/10

Amenities

8.8/10

Property conditions & facilities

8.0/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Vaishnavi

Travelled with family, Travelled with pets
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
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
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2022

10/10 Excellent

Edwin

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2022

10/10 Excellent

Jan

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Swimming pool
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2022

8/10 Good

Anthony

Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2021

4/10 Poor

Tracey

Travelled with family
Disliked: Property conditions & facilities, room comfort
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?
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2021

8/10 Good

James

Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2021

10/10 Excellent

Latoia

Stayed 1 night in Sep 2021

10/10 Excellent

Robert

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
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.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2021

8/10 Good

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very comfortable bed!
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2021

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Close to central Russell
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2021