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The Captains Motel

3.0 star property
Travelers escape to a peaceful natural setting where they can cool off in the outdoor pool or relax in the garden, all while enjoying tranquil views

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The Captains Motel, near the shore, offers a calm retreat with an outdoor pool and garden. Guests enjoy in-room WiFi, tour booking assistance, and barbecue grills. Past visitors value the relaxed atmosphere of this seaside accommodation.

Reviews

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful

Popular amenities

  • Pool
  • Spa
  • Pet friendly
  • Parking included
  • Free WiFi
  • Air conditioning

Room options

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Queen Studio | Free WiFi, bed sheets

Queen Studio

  • Garden view
  • 18 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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1 Bedroom Apartment | Free WiFi, bed sheets

1 Bedroom Apartment

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Exceptional
(2 reviews)
  • 30 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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2 Bedroom Family Unit

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Exceptional
(1 review)
  • 40 sq m
  • 3 bedrooms
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed and 2 Twin Beds

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2 Bedroom Unit | Free WiFi, bed sheets

2 Bedroom Unit

  • 40 sq m
  • 2 bedrooms
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed and 2 Twin Beds

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Deluxe Room | Free WiFi, bed sheets

Deluxe Room

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Exceptional
(1 review)
  • Garden view
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 King Beds

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Standard Room | Free WiFi, bed sheets

Standard Room

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

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Studio | Free WiFi, bed sheets

Studio

  • Garden view
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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42-inch TV with satellite channels

Comfort Apartment

  • Garden view
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

About the neighborhood

Located in Russell, The Captains Motel is near the beach. Bay of Islands and Tapeka Point Historic Reserve reflect the area's natural beauty and area attractions include Makana Chocolate Boutique and Action World. Bay Of Islands Vintage Railway and The Parrot Place are also worth visiting. Visit our Russell travel guide
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16 Matauwhi Road, Russell, 202

What's nearby

  • Russell Christ Church
    Russell Christ Church
    5 min walk - 0.3 miles
  • Russell Museum
    Russell Museum
    7 min walk - 0.4 miles
  • Russell Beach
    Russell Beach
    8 min walk - 0.5 miles
  • Flagstaff Hill
    Flagstaff Hill
    18 min walk - 1.0 mile
  • Long Beach
    15 min walk - 0.8 miles

Getting around

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

Restaurants

  • CBK Craft Bar & Kitchen
    25 min drive
  • Charlotte's Kitchen
    25 min drive
  • Orange Frog
    25 min drive
  • Duke of Marlborough Hotel
    7 min walk
  • Seaside
    7 min walk

About this property

The Captains Motel

Motel near Bay of Islands
A garden, laundry facilities, and a full-service spa are just a few of the amenities provided at The Captains Motel. Guests can connect to free in-room WiFi.
Other perks include:
  • An outdoor pool
  • Free self parking
  • Tour/ticket assistance, barbecue grills, and smoke-free premises
Room features
All guestrooms at The Captains Motel include comforts such as air conditioning, in addition to amenities like free WiFi.
Other conveniences in all rooms include:
  • Heating and ceiling fans
  • Free tea bags/instant coffee and electric kettles
  • Bathrooms with showers and free toiletries
  • 42-inch TVs with satellite channels
  • Wardrobes/closets, refrigerators, and microwaves

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Property amenities

Internet

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

Parking and transportation

  • Free self parking on site
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking available

Things to do

  • Full-service spa
  • Outdoor pool

Family friendly

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

Conveniences

  • Laundry facilities
  • Limited-hour front desk

Guest services

  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Tour and ticket assistance

Outdoors

  • Barbecue grill
  • Garden
  • Picnic area

Full-service spa

  • Spa open daily

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • 2 accessible parking spaces
  • Grab bar near toilet
  • No elevator
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking

More

  • Smoking not allowed

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

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

Entertainment

  • 42-inch TV with satellite channels

Food and drink

  • Electric kettle
  • Microwave
  • Refrigerator
  • Tea bags/instant coffee
  • Toaster

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Ceiling fan
  • 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
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Access methods

Front desk (limited hours)

Pets

Pets stay free
Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees
Welcoming dogs only

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
Rollaway/extra 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 credit cards, debit cards, and cash
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and a smoke detector

We should mention

This property does not have elevators

National rating

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

Frequently asked questions

Does The Captains Motel have a pool?

Yes, this property has an outdoor pool.

Is The Captains Motel pet-friendly?

Yes, dogs are allowed at this property.

How much is parking?

Self parking is free at this property.

What time is check-in at The Captains Motel?

Check-in start time: 2 PM; Check-in end time: 7:00 PM. Late check-in is available during limited hours.

What time is check-out at The Captains Motel?

Check-out is at 10 AM.

Where is The Captains Motel located?

Situated near the beach, this spa motel is within a 5-minute walk of Bay of Islands, Russell Christ Church, and Russell Museum. Pompalier House and Russell Beach are also within 10 minutes.

Can I cancel my reservation for free and receive a full refund?

Yes, this property offers free cancellation on select room rates, because flexibility matters! Please refer to the property cancellation policy on our site for more details about any exclusions or requirements.

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Reviews

The Captains Motel Reviews

9.0

Wonderful

9.4

Cleanliness

9.0

Location

9.2

Staff & service

8.8

Property conditions & facilities
Rating 10 - Excellent. 126 out of 224 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 80 out of 224 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 16 out of 224 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 2 out of 224 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 224 reviews

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