Russell Travel Guide

Tourist Guide

Russell showing a coastal town and a bay or harbour
Russell which includes a bay or harbour, café lifestyle and a sunset
Russell which includes rocky coastline and a bay or harbour
Russell showing a coastal town, a bay or harbour and sailing
Russell showing a bay or harbour

Where to stay in Russell

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Te Wahapu

When in Te Wahapu, you can plan a visit to Paihia Beach and Russell Christ Church, some noteworthy sights in the nearby area.

Te Wahapu
The Duke of Marlborough Hotel

The Duke of Marlborough Hotel

4.5 out of 5
35 The Strand, Bay of Islands, Russell
The price is 1.996.610 ₫ per night from 27 Aug to 28 Aug
1.996.610 ₫
2.296.101 ₫ total
27 Aug - 28 Aug
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 4.5-star luxury hotel in Russell. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and a fitness centre. Our guests praise the helpful staff in their reviews. Popular ...
9/10 Wonderful! (834 reviews)
Duke of Marborough
"The Duke has a wonderful restaurant with great views of the bay. Such a pretty spot."

Reviewed on 14 Aug 2025

The Duke of Marlborough Hotel
Russell - Orongo Bay Holiday Park

Russell - Orongo Bay Holiday Park

4 out of 5
5960 Russell Road, Russell
The price is 1.084.103 ₫ per night from 26 Sept to 27 Sept
1.084.103 ₫
1.246.803 ₫ total
26 Sept - 27 Sept
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 4-star eco-certified holiday park in Russell. Enjoy free parking, Wi-Fi (surcharge) and an airport shuttle (surcharge). Popular attractions Bay ...
8/10 Very Good! (95 reviews)
"Love you"

Reviewed on 5 Jul 2025

Russell - Orongo Bay Holiday Park
The Commodores Lodge

The Commodores Lodge

2 out of 5
The Strand, Russell
Stay at this beach motel in Russell. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and a beach locale. Popular attractions Bay of Islands and Russell Beach are located ...
9/10 Wonderful! (40 reviews)
Up North
"Overpriced"

Reviewed on 24 Jun 2025

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Seaport Village

Seaport Village

3.5 out of 5
10 Chapel Street, Russell, Far North
Stay at this 3.5-star family-friendly apartment in Russell. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and in-room massages. Popular attractions Bay of Islands and Pompalier ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (94 reviews)
"The location, just a block from the harbor, was excellent. The room was spacious, and the kitchenette well stocked. The decor was not fancy, but we were comfortable and felt at home, which helped make our stay excellent."

Reviewed on 18 Jan 2025

Seaport Village
Sea Spray Suites

Sea Spray Suites

4 out of 5
138 Marsden Road, Bay of Islands, Paihia
Stay at this 4-star beach aparthotel in Paihia. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and daily housekeeping. Popular attractions Te Ti Bay and Paihia Wharf are located ...
9/10 Wonderful! (696 reviews)
"Great place - we got the 2 bedroom suite. The balcony view was amazing, the kitchen with a full sized fridge freezer was very useful to us as we were travelling with kids. The beds were comfortable and the parking below was very easy to use. The suites are almost on the beach, a 1 min walk away from ..."

Reviewed on 14 Aug 2025

Sea Spray Suites
Edgewater Palms Apartments

Edgewater Palms Apartments

4 out of 5
8 - 10 Marsden Road, Paihia
Stay at this 4-star luxury aparthotel in Paihia. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and a garden. Popular attractions Paihia Beach and St Paul’s Church are located ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (257 reviews)
"Best Apartments in Paihia. Without a doubt"

Reviewed on 27 Jul 2025

Edgewater Palms Apartments
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Popular places to visit

Russell Beach showing a bay or harbour, a sandy beach and a coastal town

Russell Beach

4.5/5(29 reviews)

If a restful holiday is part of your travel plans, Russell Beach might be the perfect place to visit during your trip to Russell. While you're here, you can savour the top-notch restaurants.

Russell Beach
Flagstaff Hill showing a bay or harbour and a lake or waterhole

Flagstaff Hill

4.5/5(10 reviews)

Explore the great outdoors at Flagstaff Hill, a lovely green space in Russell. Amble around the area's beautiful beaches or seek out the local tours.

Flagstaff Hill
Russell Christ Church

Russell Christ Church

4.5/5(12 reviews)

Find out about the history of Russell when you spend time at Russell Christ Church. Stroll along the beautiful beaches or seek out the local tours.

Russell Christ Church
Russell Museum which includes street scenes

Russell Museum

4/5(5 reviews)

You can spend time studying the exhibits at Russell Museum in Russell. Stroll along the beautiful beaches or visit the spas in the area.

Russell Museum

Lookout

5/5(2 reviews)

You can find out about the history of Russell with a visit to Lookout. Stroll along the beautiful beaches or visit the spas in the area.

Lookout

Tapeka Point Historic Reserve

Explore the great outdoors at Tapeka Point Historic Reserve, a lovely green space in Tapeka. Visit the area's spas or amble around its beautiful beaches.

Tapeka Point Historic Reserve

Cities near Russell

Cape Brett Lighthouse featuring a bay or harbour and rugged coastline

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