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Russell Cottages Tanoa Hotels

3.5 star property
Luxury vacation home with an outdoor pool and a hot tub

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Sauna
BBQ/picnic area
Full-size fridge, microwave, stovetop, dishwasher
Interior
Children's play area - outdoor
Take advantage of a playground, dry cleaning/laundry services, and a hot tub at Russell Cottages Tanoa Hotels. Stay connected with free in-room WiFi.

Reviews

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • Hot Tub
  • Pool
  • Kitchen
  • Housekeeping
  • Laundry
  • Free WiFi

About the neighborhood

Map
16 Chapel Street, 16, Russell, Northland, 0202

What's nearby

  • Russell Christ Church - 2 min walk - 0.1 miles
  • Russell Beach - 3 min walk - 0.2 miles
  • Flagstaff Hill - 13 min walk - 0.7 miles
  • Paihia Beach - 25 min drive - 8.9 miles
  • Paihia Wharf - 25 min drive - 9.1 miles

Getting around

  • Kerikeri (KKE-Bay of Islands) - 53 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪El Cafe - ‬25 min drive
  • ‪Paihia Sports Bar - ‬26 min drive
  • ‪Bad Habits - ‬26 min drive
  • ‪CBK Craft Bar & Kitchen - ‬26 min drive
  • ‪Duke of Marlborough Hotel - ‬4 min walk

About this property

Russell Cottages Tanoa Hotels

Luxury family-friendly vacation home near Bay of Islands
At Russell Cottages Tanoa Hotels, you can look forward to a playground, dry cleaning/laundry services, and a hot tub. Stay connected with free in-room WiFi.
Other perks at this vacation home include:
  • An outdoor pool
  • 1 meeting room, smoke-free premises, and barbecue grills
  • A front-desk safe and tour/ticket assistance
Room features
All guestrooms at Russell Cottages Tanoa Hotels offer comforts such as fireplaces and separate sitting areas, in addition to amenities like free WiFi and bathrobes.
Extra amenities include:
  • Partially open bathrooms with separate tubs/showers and free toiletries
  • LCD TVs with premium channels and DVD players
  • Balconies or patios, separate sitting areas, and kitchens

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Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 2 PM; Check-in end time: 5:30 PM
Contactless check-in available

Check-out

Check-out before 10 AM
Contactless check-out available

Special check-in instructions

The front desk is open daily from 8:00 AM - 5:30 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
For any questions, please contact the property using the information on the booking confirmation
Please note that the last ferry from Paihia to Russell departs at 10 PM.

Renovations and closures

The following facilities are closed seasonally each year. They will be closed from May 1 to September 31:
  • Swimming pool

Access methods

Front desk (limited hours)

Pets

Pets not allowed

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
Children up to the age of 12 years can stay for free if using existing beds when occupying the parent or guardian's room
Rollaway/extra beds are not available
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
This property accepts credit cards, debit cards, and cash
Host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector with you on the trip
Host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children; if you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room
This property is professionally cleaned
Please note that cultural norms and guest policies may differ by country and by property; the policies listed are provided by the property

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

Russell Cottages
Russell Cottages House
Russell Cottages Hotel Russell
Russell Cottages New Zealand - Bay Of Islands
Russell Cottages Apartment
Russell Cottages
Russell Cottages Tanoa Hotels Russell
Russell Cottages Tanoa Hotels Private vacation home
Russell Cottages Tanoa Hotels Private vacation home Russell

Frequently asked questions

Does Russell Cottages Tanoa Hotels have a pool?

Yes, this property has an outdoor pool. The pool is closed seasonally each year from May 1 to September 31.

Is Russell Cottages Tanoa Hotels pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Russell Cottages Tanoa Hotels?

Check-in start time: 2 PM; Check-in end time: 5:30 PM.

What time is check-out at Russell Cottages Tanoa Hotels?

Check-out is at 10 AM.

Where is Russell Cottages Tanoa Hotels located?

This family-friendly Russell vacation home is located near the beach, within a 5-minute walk of Russell Christ Church and Bay of Islands. Russell Beach and Tapeka Point are also within 5 minutes.

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Russell Cottages Tanoa Hotels Reviews

Reviews

9.8

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 196 out of 230 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 27 out of 230 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 6 out of 230 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 230 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 1 out of 230 reviews

9.6/10

Cleanliness

9.4/10

Staff & service

9.4/10

Amenities

9.4/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Jessica

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Great room. Clean and spacious. Pool was fantastic. All amenities were included.
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2020

10/10 Excellent

Kevin

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Can’t go wrong staying here!

Fabulous location, great amenities, swimming pool and barbeque area were excellent, all the staff extremely helpful and friendly. Would definitely stay there again.
Stayed 5 nights in Jan 2020

10/10 Excellent

Gabriela

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Overnight stay

Had a lovely night but the bed did not have any blankets just a thin cover so we had to use the electric blankets. Looked for a duvet in the wardrobes but nothing just pillows
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2019

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Great location, spacious and luxurious rooms. Very clean and tidy
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2019

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Luxury at an affordable price in central Russell. Felt very secure with good parking and privacy.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2019

8/10 Good

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
A lovely environment with gardens etc. The en-suite bathroom was ‘tired’ and needed updating, and one of the couches very uncomfortable as the seating needed restrapping.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2019

10/10 Excellent

Michael

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Gorgeous cottage!

Absolutely amazing!!!
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2019

10/10 Excellent

OSCAR

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Outstanding place in NZ

Outstanding place, quite peaceful, beautiful and very comfortable, we spent a marvellous time in family, I look forward to comeback again to this paradise.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2019

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Liked: Staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Everything was great!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2019

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Good Location - close to Russell. Would recommend.
Stayed 1 night in May 2019

8/10 Good

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great location. Very tidy with plenty of sitting area. Staff very friendly and helpful. Pillows need to be upgraded. One too soft the other too hard.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2019

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Super spot close to town. Beautifully presented and lovely friendly staff
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2019

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
,Excellent value for money excellent facilities, very quiet and peaceful
Stayed 4 nights in Feb 2019

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Central location, very clean, in good order and courteous staff.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2019

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Staff were very friendly and helpful . Cottages were excellent, great also to have a pool
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2019

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great amenities, cottages were very spacious and clean
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2019

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Liked: Staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Property was very comfortable and staff brilliant, especially as our booking through Expedia Australia had not been sent through to them, luckily they were able to accommodate us, which was a relief after an 8 hour drive!!!
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2018

10/10 Excellent

Ingrid, Vancouver Island

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
It was fabulous- a wonderful stay - so well equipped and designed. It recharged our batteries. Loved it
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2018

10/10 Excellent

Markus, Australia

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Beautiful spacious 5 Star accommodation

Wonderful 5 Star two storey cottage with premium furnishings and accommodation. The service was impeccable as was the facilities.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2018

10/10 Excellent

Kim

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Warm & welcoming

This place is better than home.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2018

8/10 Good

Vicky, Auckland

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Consistently good

Modern, clean, well equipped, comfortable & ideally located. Always a good stay at Russell Cottages.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2018

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Very friendly staff, House was spotless, close to middle of town within walking distance
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2018

2/10 Terrible

Verified traveler

Liked: Room comfort
We were made to wait well past check in time to enter our cottage the tray in the oven was filthy and had deep fat in it. Cleaners barged in without being invited and no clean towels were left. One tea towel provided which was dirty quickly as I had to clean the oven tray. Very difficult to see owners or staff as office never manned. I had to check out by just leaving a message on cell phone and the key on the reception desk
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2018

10/10 Excellent

Jules, New Zealand

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

clean all staff fantastic and friendly

absolutely loved ever minute of our stay there --staff so friendly and couldn't do enough for us, location perfect
Stayed 10 nights in Aug 2018

10/10 Excellent

Janette, Auckland

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Cosy home away from home.

Lovely clean and warm cottage with more than adequate space for ourselves and another couple? Our hostess was very warm and welcoming and any requests were dealt with quickly and efficiently. When we arrived late in the afternoon the fire was on making the cottage lovely and cosy.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2018

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