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The Captains Motel

3.0 star property
Motel with free parking, a short walk to Bay of Islands

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Outdoor pool
2 Bedroom Unit | Living area | 42-inch TV with satellite channels
2 Bedroom Family Unit | Private kitchen | Fridge, microwave, electric kettle, toaster
Deluxe Room | 1 bedroom, free WiFi, bed sheets, wheelchair access
Reception
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
  • Housekeeping
  • Laundry
  • Free WiFi
  • Parking included

Room options

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Comfort Apartment | 1 bedroom, free WiFi, bed sheets, wheelchair access

Comfort Apartment

Highlights

Heating
Refrigerator
TV
Separate bedroom
Portable fan
Hair dryer
Private bathroom
Microwave
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Queen Studio | 1 bedroom, free WiFi, bed sheets, wheelchair access

Queen Studio

Highlights

Heating
Free cribs/infant beds
Refrigerator
TV
Portable fan
Blackout drapes/curtains
Separate bedroom
Hair dryer
  • 18 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Studio | 1 bedroom, free WiFi, bed sheets, wheelchair access

Studio

Highlights

Heating
Refrigerator
TV
Separate bedroom
Portable fan
Hair dryer
Private bathroom
Microwave
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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

Deluxe Room

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)

Highlights

Heating
Refrigerator
TV
Separate bedroom
Portable fan
Hair dryer
Private bathroom
Microwave
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 King Beds

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1 Bedroom Apartment | 1 bedroom, free WiFi, bed sheets, wheelchair access

1 Bedroom Apartment

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(2 reviews)

Highlights

Heating
Kitchen
Refrigerator
TV
Separate bedroom
Portable fan
Hair dryer
Private bathroom
  • 30 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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

2 Bedroom Unit

Highlights

Heating
Refrigerator
TV
2 bedrooms
Portable fan
Blackout drapes/curtains
Hair dryer
Private bathroom
  • 40 sq m
  • 2 bedrooms
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed and 2 Twin Beds

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2 Bedroom Family Unit | 1 bedroom, free WiFi, bed sheets, wheelchair access

2 Bedroom Family Unit

Highlights

Heating
Kitchen
Refrigerator
Dishwasher
TV
3 bedrooms
Portable fan
Blackout drapes/curtains
  • 40 sq m
  • 3 bedrooms
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed and 2 Twin Beds

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

Standard Room

Highlights

Heating
Refrigerator
TV
Separate bedroom
Portable fan
Hair dryer
Private bathroom
Microwave
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Twin Bed

About the neighborhood

Map
16 Matauwhi Road, Russell, 202

What's nearby

  • Russell Christ Church - 5 min walk - 0.3 miles
  • Russell Beach - 8 min walk - 0.5 miles
  • Flagstaff Hill - 18 min walk - 1.0 mile
  • Paihia Beach - 24 min drive - 8.9 miles
  • Paihia Wharf - 25 min drive - 9.1 miles

Getting around

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

Restaurants

  • ‪Paihia Sports Bar - ‬25 min drive
  • ‪Duke of Marlborough Hotel - ‬7 min walk
  • ‪Bad Habits - ‬26 min drive
  • ‪Hone's Garden - ‬5 min walk
  • ‪Alfresco's - ‬24 min drive

About this property

The Captains Motel

Motel near Bay of Islands
The Captains Motel provides amenities like a garden and laundry facilities. Guests can connect to free in-room WiFi.
Other perks include:
  • An outdoor pool
  • Free self parking
  • Barbecue grills, smoke-free premises, and tour/ticket assistance
Room features
All guestrooms at The Captains Motel offer amenities such as free WiFi.
Other conveniences in all rooms include:
  • Heating and portable 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

Property amenities

Internet

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

Parking and transportation

  • Free self parking on site

Things to do

  • 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

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Grab bar near toilet
  • No elevator
  • Wheelchair accessibility

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

  • 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

Access methods

Front desk (limited hours)

Pets

Pets not allowed

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
Cribs (infant 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 major credit cards, debit cards, and cash
Safety features at this property include a smoke detector

We should mention

This property does not have elevators

National rating

For the benefit of our customers, we have provided a rating based on our rating system.

Property is 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 have a pool?

Yes, this property has an outdoor pool.

Is The Captains Motel pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much is parking at The Captains Motel?

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 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.

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