The Captains Motel

3.0 star property
3-star motel near Bay of Islands

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Outdoor pool
Deluxe Room | 1 bedroom, free WiFi, bed sheets, wheelchair access
2 Bedroom Family Unit  | Private kitchen | Fridge, microwave, electric kettle, toaster
Reception
2 Bedroom Unit  | Living area | 42-inch TV with satellite channels

Reviews

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful

Popular amenities

  • Pool
  • Housekeeping
  • Laundry
  • Parking included
  • Free WiFi

Explore the area

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16 Matauwhi Road, Russell, 202
  • Place, Russell Beach
    ‪8 min walk‬
  • Place, Flagstaff Hill
    ‪18 min walk‬
  • Place, Paihia Wharf
    ‪22 min drive‬
  • Airport, Kerikeri (KKE-Bay of Islands)
    ‪49 min drive‬

Room options

Queen Studio

  • 188 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

1 Bedroom Apartment

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(2 reviews)
  • 323 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

2 Bedroom Family Unit

  • 431 sq ft
  • 3 bedrooms
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed and 2 Twin Beds

2 Bedroom Unit

  • 431 sq ft
  • 2 bedrooms
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed and 2 Twin Beds

Deluxe Room

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 King Beds

Standard Room

  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Twin Bed

Studio

  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

Comfort Apartment

  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

About the neighborhood

Russell

Close to the beach.Within a 5-minute walk of the motel, you'll find Bay of Islands and Russell Christ Church. Russell Museum and Pompalier House are also within half a mile (1 km).

What's nearby

  • Russell Christ Church - 5 min walk - 0.3 miles
  • Russell Beach - 8 min walk - 0.5 miles
  • Flagstaff Hill - 18 min walk - 1.0 mile
  • Paihia Beach - 22 min drive - 8.9 miles
  • Paihia Wharf - 22 min drive - 9.1 miles

Getting around

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

Restaurants

  • ‪El Cafe - ‬24 min drive
  • ‪Bad Habits - ‬26 min drive
  • ‪Mako Beach Bar - ‬24 min drive
  • ‪Charlotte's Kitchen - ‬25 min drive
  • ‪Duke of Marlborough Hotel - ‬7 min walk

About this property

The Captains Motel

3-star motel near Bay of Islands
As a guest of The Captains Motel, you'll find an outdoor pool, barbecue grills, and tour/ticket assistance. Public spaces have free WiFi. The Captains Motel also features a garden, a picnic area, and laundry facilities. Free self parking is available.

This 3-star Russell motel is smoke free.

  • 15 guestrooms or units
  • Self-service laundry
  • Front desk (limited hours)
  • Tour and ticket information
  • Garden
  • BBQ grill(s)
  • Outdoor picnic space
  • No smoking on site
The Captains Motel offers 15 accommodations with hair dryers and complimentary toiletries. Guests can make use of the in-room refrigerators and microwaves. Bathrooms include showers.

Guests can surf the web using the complimentary wireless Internet access. Satellite television is provided. Housekeeping is provided daily.

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Property amenities

Family friendly

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

Internet

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

Parking and transportation

  • Free self parking on site

Things to do

  • Outdoor pool

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
  • No elevator
  • Wheelchair accessibility

Room amenities

Entertainment

  • 42-inch TV with satellite channels

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

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

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: 7:00 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 - 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

Access methods

Front desk (limited hours)

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Cribs (infant beds) are not available.

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
Safety features at this property include a smoke detector
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A cash deposit, credit card, or debit card for incidental charges and government-issued photo identification may be required upon check-in.
Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in. Special requests can't be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.
    This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business, or profession. 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, Visa, Mastercard, debit cards, and cash.
    For guests' safety, the property includes a smoke detector in each accommodation.

National rating

For the benefit of our customers, we have provided a rating based on our rating 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

How close is The Captains Motel to the airport?

The Captains Motel is 23.3 mi (44-min drive) away from the Kerikeri (KKE-Bay of Islands) airport, the closest popular airport to the property.

Does The Captains Motel have an airport shuttle?

Airport shuttle services are not available at The Captains Motel.

How close is The Captains Motel to the beach?

This motel is a short 7-minute walk from Russell Beach and 1 mi (3-min drive) from Long Beach. Don't forget your sunscreen!

Does The Captains Motel offer free breakfast?

The Captains Motel does not offer free breakfast.

Is there a casino at The Captains Motel?

No, there is no casino at this motel.

What time is check-in at The Captains Motel?

Check-in start time: 2 PM; Check-in end time: 7:00 PM.

Is there free parking at The Captains Motel?

This motel offers free self parking.

Does The Captains Motel have a pool?

The Captains Motel features an outdoor pool.

Does The Captains Motel have a spa?

There are no spa services available at this motel.

How close is The Captains Motel to downtown Russell?

The Captains Motel is 0.3 mi away from Russell.