10/10 Excellent
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Eagles Nest
5.0 star property
5-star beachfront lodge near Bay of Islands
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Reviews
10
Exceptional
Popular amenities
- Hot TubHot Tub
- Breakfast includedBreakfast included
- PoolPool
- On private beachOn private beach
- SpaSpa
- KitchenKitchen
Explore the area
60 Tapeka Road, Bay of Islands, Russell, 0202
- Flagstaff Hill8 min walk
- Russell Beach16 min walk
- Paihia Beach34 min drive
- Kerikeri (KKE-Bay of Islands)55 min drive
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About the neighborhood
Russell
Beachside getaway.Within a 5-minute walk of the lodge, you'll find Bay of Islands and Tapeka Point. Flagstaff Hill and Lookout are also within half a mile (1 km).
What's nearby
- Flagstaff Hill - 8 min walk
- Russell Beach - 16 min walk
- Paihia Wharf - 28 min drive
- Waitangi Treaty Grounds - 32 min drive
- Paihia Beach - 34 min drive
Getting around
- Kerikeri (KKE-Bay of Islands) - 55 min drive
Restaurants
- Cbk Craft Beer and Kitchen - 29 min drive
- Bad Habits - 29 min drive
- Hone's Garden - 3 min drive
- Paihia Wharf - 28 min drive
- The Duke of Marlborough Hotel - 18 min walk
About this property
Eagles Nest
5-star beachfront lodge near Bay of Islands
Simply walk outside to feel the sun on your face at the sand beach. At Eagles Nest you can cool off in one of the 4 outdoor swimming pools and indulge in a pampering afternoon at the full-service spa.
Free breakfast is available. You can enjoy a drink at the bar/lounge. Public spaces have free WiFi. This luxury lodge also offers a sauna, a fitness center, and a garden. Self parking and valet parking are free.
Smoking is allowed in designated areas at this 5-star Russell lodge.
- 5 guestrooms or units
- 2 levels
- 6 buildings
- 16996 sq ft of conference space
- 1579 sq m of conference space
- Built in 1999
- Full breakfast (free)
- Supervised childcare (surcharge)
- Childcare (surcharge)
- Business facilities
- Conference space
- Coffee in lobby
- Dry cleaning
- Self-service laundry
- Front desk (limited hours)
- Express check-out
- Staff is multilingual
- Storage area for luggage
- Front-desk safe
- Car service
- Tour and ticket information
- Concierge
- Wedding services available
- Library
- Terrace
- Garden
- BBQ grill(s)
- Outdoor picnic space
- Gift shop
- Newspapers in lobby (free)
- Bellhop
- Smoking in designated areas
- Bar or lounge
Eagles Nest offers 5 accommodations with fireplaces and iPod docking stations. Rooms open to balconies. These individually decorated and furnished accommodations have separate sitting areas. Beds feature Egyptian cotton sheets, down comforters, and premium bedding. A pillow menu is available. 50-inch LED televisions come with premium digital channels, DVD players, and pay movies. Accommodations at this 5-star lodge have kitchens with full-sized refrigerators/freezers, stovetops, separate dining areas, and cookware/dishes/utensils. Bathrooms include bathrobes, slippers, designer toiletries, and hair dryers.
Guests can surf the web using the complimentary wired and wireless Internet access. Business-friendly amenities include desks and complimentary newspapers; free local calls are provided (restrictions may apply). Additionally, rooms include washers/dryers and minibars. Microwaves and in-room massages can be requested. Housekeeping is provided daily.
The onsite spa has massage/treatment rooms. Services include facials, body treatments, and manicures and pedicures.
Awards and affiliations
Eagles Nest is listed in the 2010 Condé Nast Traveler Gold List of the world's best places to stay.
Languages
English
Property amenities
Family friendly
- 4 outdoor pools
- Babysitting (surcharge)
- DVD player
- Free area shuttle
- Free crib
- In-room full-sized refrigerator/freezer
- In-room kitchen
- In-room washer/dryer
- Laundry facilities
- Microwave on request
- Separate in-room dining area
- Supervised activities for children (surcharge)
Internet
- Available in all rooms: Free WiFi and wired internet
- Available in some public areas: Free WiFi
Parking and transportation
- 24-hour roundtrip airport shuttle on request for a surcharge
- Free area shuttle up to 5 mi
- Area shuttle
- Free ferry terminal shuttle
- Free shopping center shuttle
- Limo/town car service
- Free self parking on site
- Free valet parking on site
- RV/bus/truck parking on site
Food and drink
- Free full breakfast
- A bar/lounge
- Coffee and tea in common areas
Things to do
- 18 holes of golf
- 4 outdoor pools
- 5 spa tubs
- Free bicycle rentals
- Full-service spa
- Gym
- Helicopter/airplane tours
- Library
- Mountain biking
- Sauna
- Scooter/moped rentals
Accessibility
- If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
- No elevator
- Stair-free path to entrance
- Well-lit path to entrance
Room amenities
Entertainment
- 50-inch LED TV with premium digital channels
- DVD player
- iPod dock
- Pay movies
Bedroom
- Blackout drapes
- Down comforter
- Egyptian cotton sheets
- Free crib
- Pillow menu
Bathroom
- Bathrobes
- Children's slippers
- Designer toiletries
- Hair dryer
- Slippers
- Towels
Outdoor space
- Balcony
Food and drink
- Cookware, dishware, and utensils
- Dishwasher
- Electric kettle
- Espresso maker
- Free bottled water
- Full-sized refrigerator/freezer
- Kitchen
- Limited room service
- Microwave on request
- Minibar
- Restaurant dining guides
- Separate dining area
- Stovetop
More
- Air conditioning (climate-controlled)
- Desk
- Electrical adapters
- Fireplace
- Free daily newspapers
- Free local calls
- Individual decor
- Individual furnishings
- Iron/ironing board
- Laundry detergent
- Safe
- Separate sitting area
- Washer/dryer
- Window screens
Policies
Check-in
Check-in start time: 2 PM; Check-in end time: 6:30 PM
Early check-in subject to availability
Early check-in fee: NZD 2000
Contactless check-in available
Late check-in subject to availability
Minimum check-in age: 18
Check-out
Check-out before 11 AM
Contactless check-out available
Late check-out subject to availability
Late check-out fee: NZD 2000
Express check-out available
Special check-in instructions
This property offers transfers from the airport (surcharges may apply); guests must contact the property with arrival details before travel, using the contact information on the booking confirmation
Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival
If you are planning to arrive after 6:30 PM please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation
At check-in, guests must provide a record of full COVID-19 vaccination
COVID-19 vaccination record requirement applies to all guests aged 12 and up; guests must have received complete COVID-19 vaccination at least 14 days prior to check-in
Access methods
Staffed front desk
Pets
- No pets allowed, but service animals are welcome
Children and extra beds
- Children are welcome.
- Kids stay free! Children 18 years old and younger stay free when using existing bedding.
- Free cribs (infant beds)!
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.
- Airport shuttle fee: NZD 540 per vehicle (roundtrip)
- Airport shuttle fee per child: NZD 540 (roundtrip), (up to 2 years old)
- Early check-in fee: NZD 2000 (subject to availability)
- Late check-out fee: NZD 2000 (subject to availability)
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
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 credit cards, debit cards, and cash
Cashless transactions are available
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a security system, and a first aid kit
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.
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 Visa, Mastercard, American Express, Diners Club, JCB International, debit cards, and cash.
For guests' safety, the property includes a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a security system, and a first aid kit in each accommodation. Cashless payment methods are available for all transactions. Contactless check-in and contactless check-out are available. At check-in, guests must provide a record of full COVID-19 vaccination. The COVID-19 vaccination record requirement applies to all guests aged 12 and up; guests must have received their complete COVID-19 vaccination at least 14 days prior to check-in.
We should mention
- Children 18 years old and younger stay free in the same room as the parent or guardian when using existing bedding.
- Registered guests are the only ones allowed to be in guestrooms.
National rating
Qualmark® assigns an official classification for accommodations in New Zealand. This lodge has been awarded the Qualmark® Luxury Lodge classification, and is displayed on this page as 5.0 stars.
Property is also known as
EAGLES NEST Russell
EAGLES NEST Villa
EAGLES NEST Villa Russell
Eagles Nest Lodge Russell
Eagles Nest Lodge
Eagles Nest Russell
Eagles Nest Lodge Russell
Frequently asked questions
How close is Eagles Nest to the airport?
Eagles Nest is 24.7 mi (55-min drive) away from the Kerikeri (KKE-Bay of Islands) airport, the closest popular airport to the property.
Does Eagles Nest have an airport shuttle?
Eagles Nest offers an airport shuttle 24 hours a day, on request, for a charge of NZD 540 per vehicle, roundtrip.
How close is Eagles Nest to the beach?
This lodge is on a private beach. Don't forget your sunscreen!
Does Eagles Nest offer free breakfast?
Yes, Eagles Nest offers free breakfast.
Is there a casino at Eagles Nest?
No, there is no casino at this lodge.
What time is check-in at Eagles Nest?
Check-in start time: 2 PM; Check-in end time: 6:30 PM. Early check-in costs NZD 2000 (subject to availability).
Is there free parking at Eagles Nest?
This lodge offers free self parking and valet parking.
Does Eagles Nest have a pool?
Eagles Nest features 4 outdoor pools.
Does Eagles Nest have a spa?
This lodge has a spa, which features facials, mani/pedis, and massages.
How close is Eagles Nest to downtown Russell?
Eagles Nest is 0.7 mi away from Russell.
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10/10 Excellent
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May 30, 2017
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The most incredible place I've ever stayed. The First Light villa was absolutely beautiful, and the service was unbelievable. Highly, highly recommend to anyone travelling to this area.
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