The Captains Motel

Motel with outdoor pool, near Bay of Islands

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Dates

November 2025

6

December 2025

2 Bedroom Family Unit | Private kitchen | Fridge, microwave, electric kettle, toaster

Deluxe Room | 1 bedroom, free WiFi, bed sheets, wheelchair access

2 Bedroom Unit | Living area | 42-inch TV with satellite channels

Located near the shore, The Captains Motel offers a serene retreat with amenities like an outdoor pool and lush garden. Connect to in-room WiFi, enjoy tour/ticket assistance or unwind by the barbecue grills. Previous guests have appreciated the motel's relaxed atmosphere.

Wonderful

Popular amenities

Pool
Non-smoking
Laundry facilities
Free WiFi
Free parking

Main amenities (9)

Daily housekeeping
Near the beach
Outdoor pool
Garden
Self-serve laundry
Picnic area
Barbecue grills
Limited hour front desk
Tour/ticket assistance

Feel at home (6)

Microwave
Private bathroom
Television
Garden
Daily housekeeping
Laundry facilities

Room options

Check availability for these dates

Tonight

Nov 6 - Nov 7

Tomorrow

Nov 7 - Nov 8

All rooms

1 bed

2 beds

3+ beds

Showing 8 of 8 rooms

Queen Studio

Highlights

Heating

Free cribs/infant beds

Refrigerator

TV

Separate bedroom

Portable fan

Blackout drapes/curtains

Hair dryer

188 sq ft
Sleeps 2
1 King Bed

1 Bedroom Apartment

Exceptional

Highlights

Heating

Kitchen

Refrigerator

TV

Portable fan

Separate bedroom

Hair dryer

Private bathroom

323 sq ft
1 bedroom
Sleeps 2
1 King Bed

2 Bedroom Family Unit

Highlights

Heating

Kitchen

Refrigerator

Dishwasher

TV

Separate bedroom

Portable fan

Blackout drapes/curtains

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

2 Bedroom Unit

Highlights

Heating

Refrigerator

TV

Separate bedroom

Portable fan

Blackout drapes/curtains

Hair dryer

Private bathroom

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

Deluxe Room

Exceptional

Highlights

Heating

Refrigerator

TV

Portable fan

Separate bedroom

Hair dryer

Private bathroom

Microwave

1 bedroom
Sleeps 4
2 King Beds

Standard Room

Highlights

Heating

Refrigerator

TV

Portable fan

Separate bedroom

Hair dryer

Private bathroom

Microwave

1 bedroom
Sleeps 3
1 King Bed and 1 Twin Bed

Studio

Highlights

Heating

Refrigerator

TV

Portable fan

Separate bedroom

Hair dryer

Private bathroom

Microwave

Sleeps 2
1 King Bed

Comfort Apartment

Highlights

Heating

Refrigerator

TV

Portable fan

Separate bedroom

Hair dryer

Private bathroom

Microwave

1 bedroom
Sleeps 2
1 King Bed

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About the neighborhood

16 Matauwhi Road, Russell, 202

What's nearby

Russell Christ Church - 5 min walk - 0.5 km
Russell Beach - 8 min walk - 0.7 km
Flagstaff Hill - 18 min walk - 1.6 km
Paihia Beach - 24 min drive - 14.3 km
Paihia Wharf - 25 min drive - 14.6 km

Getting around

Kerikeri (KKE-Bay of Islands) - 44 min drive
Auckland Intl. Airport (AKL) - 125.7 miles/202.3 km

Restaurants

‪El Cafe - ‬24 min drive
‪Bad Habits - ‬26 min drive
‪Mako Beach Bar - ‬24 min drive
‪Duke of Marlborough Hotel - ‬7 min walk
‪Hone's Garden - ‬5 min walk

About this property

The Captains Motel

The Captains Motel offers a fantastic location, putting you just a 5-minute walk from Bay of Islands. Guests can take a dip in the outdoor pool, and freebies like WiFi and self parking are added perks.

At a glance

Hotel size

- 15 rooms

Arriving/Leaving

- 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 time is 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

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 21

Children

- No cribs (infant beds)

Pets

- Pets not allowed

Internet

- Free WiFi in public areas
- Free WiFi in rooms

Parking

- Free onsite self parking

Other information

- Smoke-free property

Property amenities

Food and drink

Barbecue grills

What to do

Beach nearby

Services

Front desk (limited hours)
Tour/ticket assistance
Laundry facilities

Facilities

Garden
Picnic area
An outdoor pool

Accessibility

Wheelchair accessible
Grab bar near toilet

Room amenities

Be entertained

42-inch TV
Satellite TV channels

Home comfort

Heating
Portable fan
Electric kettle

Sleep well

Bed sheets provided

Freshen up

Private bathroom
Shower only
Free toiletries
Hair dryer
Towels
Toilet paper

Stay connected

Free WiFi

Food and drink

Refrigerator
Microwave
Toaster
Free tea bags/instant coffee

More

Daily housekeeping

Fees & policies

Policies

This property does not have elevators.

Guests can rest easy knowing there's a smoke detector on site.

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.

Credit cards accepted: Visa, Mastercard

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 offer free cancellation for a full refund?

Yes, The Captains Motel 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 to check this property's cancellation policy for the exact terms and conditions.