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4.9 out of 5

"Great location, spacious and luxurious rooms. Very clean and tidy " More

By a verified traveller on Mon 23 Sep 2019

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Hotel Description

A luxury stay in Russell awaits you at Russell Cottages Tanoa Hotels. Within steps you'll find Russell Christ Church and Bay of Islands within a short 5-minute stroll. Highlights at this family-friendly vacation home include an outdoor swimming pool, and in-room kitchens and washers/dryers.

LCD TVs with cable channels are featured in all 16 homes, and you can enjoy free WiFi, fireplaces, and balconies or patios. Kitchens come equipped with refrigerators, microwaves, and stovetops, and minibars provide refreshments. Nice touches to enhance your stay include bathrobes and free toiletries. Sitting areas, DVD players, and separate bathtubs and showers are also available.

This smoke-free vacation home offers barbecue grills, a picnic area, and dry cleaning/laundry services. Added amenities include a spa tub, tour/ticket assistance, and a front-desk safe.

Places within a 5-minute walk of this 3.5-star Russell vacation home include Russell Beach and Tapeka Point.

Russell Cottages Tanoa Hotels ratings based on 70 Verified Reviews

Review Summary
4.9 out of 5 5.0 out of 5.0
Room cleanliness 5.0 out of 5.0
Service & staff 4.5 out of 5.0
Room comfort 4.5 out of 5.0
Hotel condition 5.0 out of 5.0

Guest reviews for Russell Cottages Tanoa Hotels

Everyone (27) Couples (24) Family (17)
5 out of 5
Great location, spacious and luxurious rooms. Very clean and tidy

Posted by on 23 Sep. 2019

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19 Oct. 2019 by AV

It was our pleasure having you on board with us. We look forward to your next visit, thank you for your feed back.

5 out of 5

Posted by on 25 Aug. 2019

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27 Aug. 2019 by AV

Thank you for choosing to stay with us. We look forward to your next visit.

5 out of 5

Posted by on 24 Aug. 2019

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27 Aug. 2019 by AV

Thank you for choosing to stay with us. We look forward to your next arrival.

4 out of 5
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.

Posted by on 13 Aug. 2019

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Comment from Hotel Management

20 Aug. 2019 by Jax

Thank you very much for your constructive feedback, we are currently in the process of refurbishing our cottages at present so we will ensure the above is taken note of. Hope we see you again soon

4 out of 5

Posted by on 23 Jul. 2019

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23 Jul. 2019 by AV

Thank you for your feedback.

5 out of 5
Everything was great!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!

Posted by on 14 Jul. 2019

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16 Jul. 2019 by AV

Thank you for choosing to stay with us. We look forward to your next visit. Thank you for your feed back.

5 out of 5
Staff were very friendly and helpful . Cottages were excellent, great also to have a pool

Posted by on 17 Feb. 2019

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24 Feb. 2019 by AV

Thank you for choosing to stay with us. We look forward to your next visit.

5 out of 5
Great amenities, cottages were very spacious and clean

Posted by on 17 Feb. 2019

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24 Feb. 2019 by AV

Thank you for choosing to stay with us. We look forward to your next visit.

5 out of 5
Very friendly staff, House was spotless, close to middle of town within walking distance

Posted by on 9 Sep. 2018

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11 Sep. 2018 by AV

Thank you for choosing to stay with us. We look forward to welcome you back to Russell cottages.

4 out of 5

Cozy rooms very close to waterfront and shops

Cozy rooms very close to waterfront and shops. Great property management.

Posted by on 18 Jul. 2018

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26 Jul. 2018 by AV

THANK YOU FOR CHOOSING TO STAY WITH US. WE LOOK FORWARD TO YOUR NEXT VISIT.

About the Russell Cottages Tanoa Hotels

Location 16 Chapel Street, 16, Russell, Northland 0202

Renovations + Closures

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

  • Swimming pool

Property Features

Russell Cottages Tanoa Hotels offers its guests an outdoor pool and a spa tub. Tour/ticket assistance, barbecue grills, and a picnic area are also featured at the luxury Russell Cottages Tanoa Hotels. This 3.5-star Russell property is smoke free.

  • 16 guestrooms or units
  • 2 levels
  • Dry cleaning
  • Front desk (limited hours)
  • Front-desk safe
  • Tour and ticket information
  • BBQ grill(s)
  • Outdoor picnic space
  • No smoking on site
  • 1 conference room

Family Friendly Amenities

  • Family property
  • Number of outdoor pools - 1
  • Number of living rooms
  • Free WiFi
  • Kitchen
  • Playground on site
  • Washer/dryer
  • Full-sized refrigerator/freezer
  • Microwave
  • DVD player

Internet

Available in all rooms: Free WiFi , Wireless internet access , Internet access (surcharge)

Available in some public areas: WiFi (surcharge) , Wired internet access - surcharge , Internet access - wireless , Internet access in public areas - high speed

Parking

Self parking (surcharge)

Room Amenities

Russell Cottages Tanoa Hotels offers 16 accommodations, which are accessible via exterior corridors and feature fireplaces and washers/dryers. Rooms open to balconies or patios. Accommodations offer separate sitting areas. Accommodations at this 3.5-star property have kitchens with full-sized refrigerators/freezers, stovetops, microwaves, and cookware/dishes/utensils. Rooms have partially open bathrooms. Bathrooms include separate bathtubs and showers, bathrobes, complimentary toiletries, and hair dryers. Guests can surf the web using the complimentary wireless Internet access. LCD televisions come with premium cable channels and DVD players. Additionally, rooms include minibars and coffee/tea makers. In-room massages and hypo-allergenic bedding can be requested. Housekeeping is provided daily.

  • Bathrooms are partially open
  • In-room kitchen
  • Fireplace
  • Washer and dryer
  • Private balcony or patio
  • Sitting area
  • Minibar
  • LCD television
  • Cable channels
  • Premium channels
  • DVD player
  • Refrigerator (full size)
  • Microwave
  • Stove
  • Dishwasher
  • Coffee maker
  • Kitchenware
  • Hypo-allergenic bedding
  • Separate shower and tub
  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Massage in room (surcharge)
  • Hair dryer
  • Bathrobes
  • Toiletries (free)
  • Telephone
  • Iron and ironing board
  • Exterior corridor access

Hotel Policies

Check-in

  • Check-in time starts at 2 PM
  • Check-in time ends at 5:30 PM

Special check-in instructions:

The front desk is open daily from 8:00 AM - 5:30 PM. To make arrangements for check-in please contact the property at least 24 hours before arrival using the information on the booking confirmation. Guests must contact the property in advance for check-in instructions. Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival. For more details, 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.

The front desk at this property is open daily from 8:00 AM - 5:30 PM.
To arrange for check-in, guests must contact the property at least 24 hours prior to arrival using the information on the booking confirmation. Guests must contact the property in advance for check-in information. Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival. For more details, please contact the property using the information on the booking confirmation.

Check-out

  • Check-out by 10 AM

Payment types

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Kids stay free! Children 12 years old and younger stay free when using existing bedding.
  • Rollaway/extra beds are not available.
  • Cribs (infant beds) are not available.

Pet Policy

  • No pets allowed

Policies

Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.

A cash deposit, credit card, or debit card for incidental charges and government-issued photo identification may be required upon check-in.

Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in. Special requests can't be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.

This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business, or profession. This property accepts Visa, Mastercard, American Express, Diners Club, debit cards, and cash. For guests' safety, the property includes a smoke detector in each accommodation. The property is professionally cleaned. Contactless check-in and contactless check-out are available.

  • No rollaway/extra beds available
  • No cots (infant beds) available
  • No lifts
  • Children stay free
  • Debit cards
  • Staffed front desk
  • Smoke detector
  • Children stay free - maximum age 12
  • Property uses a professional cleaning service
  • Property is cleaned with disinfectant
  • Contactless check-in is available
  • Property confirms they are implementing enhanced cleaning measures
  • No gap period between guests' stays
  • Bed sheets and towels are washed at a temperature of at least 60°C/140°F
  • Commonly touched surfaces are cleaned with disinfectant
  • Property confirms they are implementing guest safety measures
  • Contactless check-out is available
  • Property does not follow sanitisation practices of any association

Hotel Names

  • 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

You should know

  • Children 12 years old and younger stay free in the same room as the parent or guardian when using existing bedding.
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Frequently Asked Questions

*Price based on the lowest price found within past 24 hours and based upon one night stay for two adults over the next thirty days. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.