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Villa Russell

4.0 star property
Enjoy the free WiFi at this 4-star Russell B&B

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Standard Studio, Non Smoking, Kitchenette (Kingfisher Suite) | Soundproofing, iron/ironing board, cribs/infant beds, rollaway beds
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Terrace/patio

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • Breakfast included
  • Parking included
  • Free WiFi
  • Business services
  • Laundry
  • Housekeeping

Explore the area

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2 Little Queen Street, Bay Of Islands, Russell, 0202
  • Place, Russell Beach
    ‪3 min walk‬
  • Place, Russell Christ Church
    ‪7 min walk‬
  • Place, Flagstaff Hill
    ‪8 min walk‬
  • Airport, Kerikeri (KKE-Bay of Islands)
    ‪57 min drive‬

Room options

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Shower, hair dryer, bathrobes, towels

Standard Studio, Non Smoking, Kitchenette (Hibiscus Suite)

  • Sea view
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed OR 1 Twin Bed
  • Free WiFi

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Standard Studio, Non Smoking, Kitchenette (Kingfisher Suite) | Soundproofing, iron/ironing board, cribs/infant beds, rollaway beds

Standard Studio, Non Smoking, Kitchenette (Kingfisher Suite)

  • Sea view
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed OR 1 Twin Bed
  • Free WiFi

About the neighborhood

Russell

Close to the beach.Within a 5-minute walk of this Russell B&B, you'll find Bay of Islands and Tapeka Point. Russell Beach and Pompalier House are also within half a mile (1 km).
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What's nearby

  • Russell Beach - 3 min walk - 0.2 miles
  • Lookout - 7 min walk - 0.4 miles
  • Russell Christ Church - 7 min walk - 0.4 miles
  • Russell Museum - 7 min walk - 0.4 miles
  • Flagstaff Hill - 8 min walk - 0.5 miles

Getting around

  • Kerikeri (KKE-Bay of Islands) - 54 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪CBK Craft Bar & Kitchen - ‬26 min drive
  • ‪Charlotte's Kitchen - ‬26 min drive
  • ‪Duke of Marlborough Hotel - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪Orange Frog - ‬26 min drive
  • ‪Seaside - ‬5 min walk

About this property

Villa Russell

Enjoy the free WiFi at this 4-star Russell B&B
Public spaces have free WiFi. There's an onsite business center. Free breakfast is served daily. A terrace, tour/ticket assistance, and a garden are also featured at Villa Russell. Self parking is free.

This 4-star Russell bed & breakfast is smoke free.

  • 3 guestrooms or units
  • 2 buildings
  • Built in 1913
  • Breakfast available (free)
  • Business facilities
  • Self-service laundry
  • Storage area for luggage
  • Tour and ticket information
  • Terrace
  • Garden
  • No smoking on site
Villa Russell offers 3 accommodations with coffee/tea makers and bathrobes. Rooms open to balconies. Accommodations at this 4-star bed & breakfast have kitchenettes with refrigerators and microwaves. Bathrooms include showers and hair dryers.

Guests can surf the web using the complimentary wireless Internet access. 32-inch flat-screen televisions come with satellite channels. Housekeeping is offered daily and irons/ironing boards can be requested.

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Property amenities

Family friendly

  • Crib (surcharge)
  • In-room kitchenette
  • In-room microwave
  • In-room refrigerator
  • Laundry facilities
  • Rollaway/extra bed (surcharge)
  • Soundproofed rooms

Internet

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

Parking and transportation

  • Roundtrip airport shuttle (surcharge)
  • Free self parking on site

Food and drink

  • Free self-serve breakfast available daily 7:30 AM to 9:30 AM

Room amenities

Entertainment

  • 32-inch flat-screen TV with satellite channels
  • CD player

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided
  • Crib (surcharge)
  • Rollaway/extra bed (surcharge)

Bathroom

  • Bathrobes
  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Shower
  • Towels provided

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Electric kettle
  • Kitchenette
  • Microwave
  • Refrigerator
  • Toaster

More

  • Heating
  • Iron/ironing board on request
  • Soundproofed rooms

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 2 PM; Check-in end time: 10 PM

Check-out

Check-out before 11 AM

Special check-in instructions

There is no front desk at this property
Guests must contact the property for check-in information
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 10 PM please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation
Guests driving to the property should contact this property in advance (e.g., directions)
For any questions, please contact the property using the information on the booking confirmation
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Pets

  • No pets allowed, but service animals are welcome

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Rollaway/extra beds are available for NZD 30 per night.
  • Cribs (infant beds) are available.

Property payment types

Important information

Optional extras

The fees and deposits listed below will be charged at the time of service, check-in, or check-out.

  • Cribs (infant beds) are available for an additional fee
  • Rollaway bed fee: NZD 30 per night

This may not be a comprehensive list. Fees and deposits are subject to change and might not include tax.

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
This property accepts credit cards
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children; if you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room
Please note that cultural norms and guest policies may differ by country and by property; the policies listed are provided by the property
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. This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children. If you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room. This property accepts Visa and Mastercard.

National rating

Property class, provided by our rating system, is based on property type, amenities, and services.

Property is also known as

Villa Russell B&B
Villa Russell
Villa Russell New Zealand - Bay Of Islands
Villa Russell Russell
Villa Russell Bed & breakfast
Villa Russell Bed & breakfast Russell

Frequently asked questions

How close is Villa Russell to the airport?

Villa Russell is 23.9 mi (54-min drive) away from the Kerikeri (KKE-Bay of Islands) airport, the closest popular airport to the property.

Does Villa Russell have an airport shuttle?

Villa Russell offers an airport shuttle.

How close is Villa Russell to the beach?

This bed & breakfast is a short 2-minute walk from Russell Beach and 14-minute walk from Long Beach. Don't forget your sunscreen!

Does Villa Russell offer free breakfast?

Villa Russell offers free self-serve breakfast every day from 7:30 AM to 9:30 AM.

Is there a casino at Villa Russell?

No, there is no casino at this bed & breakfast.

What time is check-in at Villa Russell?

Check-in start time: 2 PM; Check-in end time: 10 PM.

Is there free parking at Villa Russell?

This bed & breakfast offers free self parking.

Does Villa Russell have a pool?

Villa Russell does not have a pool.

Does Villa Russell have a spa?

There are no spa services available at this bed & breakfast.

How close is Villa Russell to downtown Russell?

Villa Russell is 0.2 mi away from Russell.

Villa Russell Reviews

Reviews

10

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 23 out of 25 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 2 out of 25 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 25 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 25 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 25 reviews

10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Staff & service

9.6/10

Amenities

9.8/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

Verified

8/10 Good

Sandie

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Great location, lovely host. We had a problem with water - it appears there was a fix needed with the tank so seems like a one-off. We had breakfast included with our meal but it was too basic and could be better.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Ann

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We thoroughly enjoyed our 2 nights at Villa Russell. The balcony views to the bay were both beautiful and relaxing. The room was large with a king sized bed and good quality linen and towels. The room had a small kitchen with fridge microwave, kettle etc . Breakfast items were located in the fridge. We enjoyed the simple breakfast of cereal, toast, fruits and yoghurt. Sue, our host was very helpful.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Alma Dela

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We like the views from our room. I like the accommodation having shower robe and they have it. Excellent! Customer service was excellent. We like healthy breakfast and the dining overlooking the sea. Convenience of walking to town was great. Parking not so easy as it was elevated but not an issue.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2022
Verified

10/10 Excellent

PR

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Perfect choice to stay in Russell

It was lovely to meet you Sue, and thanks for a wonderful stay. Perfect location, comfy, clean, and roomy accommodation. We'll definitely be back
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2021
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Lance

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

getaway

great location, handy to everything, awesome service
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2021
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Sue is a wonderful host. The place is very clean, and the location is fabulous. Walking distance to the Main Street. I would definitely recommend this place to everyone.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2021
Verified

10/10 Excellent

corinne

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

AAA+++

Highly recommend this stay. The views were pretty and close proximity to town and waterfront (5mins easy walk) and 10min walk to Flagpole hill. The service was friendly and efficiently - nothing was too much trouble. True Kiwi hospitality. We will stay again.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2020
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great location. Everything we needed with helpful hosts. Perfect stay.
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2019
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
very comfortable stay, fabulous views, quiet and peaceful
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2018
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Anthony

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

B&B exceeding expectations

Excellent B&B. Good location with great views. Friendly and helpful hosts. Good breakfast.
Verified

10/10 Excellent

damien

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Great guesthouse

Great guesthouse and hospitality
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Laurie

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Facilities: Home away from home; Value: Great deal; Service: Flawless; Cleanliness: Beautiful;
Verified

10/10 Excellent

GRAHAM

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Facilities: Glorious old villa; Value: Excellent value; Service: Flawless, Friendly and helpful; Cleanliness: Immaculate, Heavenly; Beautiful garden and breathtaking view of harbour and beach
Verified

10/10 Excellent

John

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Facilities: Top of the line; Value: Fantastic; Service: Remarkable; Cleanliness: Spotless;
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Emma

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Facilities: Outstanding; Value: High end accom great $$; Service: Phenomenal, WOW!!!; Cleanliness: Spotless, Beautiful, Perfect; What a marvelous place to stay.
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Ingrid

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Facilities: Home away from home; Value: Good for the time of year; Service: Go the extra mile, Outstanding; Cleanliness: Spotless, Immaculate; Outstanding hosts who make you feel right at home. Beautiful breakfast on the balcony overlooking the water. Such a lovely spot.
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Anne-Maree

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Facilities: Home away from home; Value: Affordable; Service: Professional, Courteous, Lovely breakfast; Cleanliness: Beautiful;
Verified

10/10 Excellent

George

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Facilities: Home away from home; Value: Amazing; Service: Go the extra mile; Cleanliness: Spotless; Really is a wonderful place. Hosts superb. The best getaway ever.
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Ron

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Facilities: Top of the line; Value: Affordable; Service: Outstanding; Cleanliness: Immaculate;
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Alex

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Facilities: Home away from home; Value: Fantastic; Service: Remarkable; Cleanliness: Spotless;
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Michael

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Russell is a great place to visit and Villa Russell is an even great place to stay.
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Joseph

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Adam Maitland

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2019
Verified

8/10 Good

stefan

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Anna

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities