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4.9 out of 5

"Great location, lovely host. We had a problem with water - it appears there was a fix needed with the tank so seems like a one-off. We had breakfast ... " More

By a verified traveller on Mon 09 Oct 2023

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Hotel Description

At Villa Russell you'll be within steps of Tapeka Point and Russell Beach. Highlights at this B&B include free self-serve breakfast, free self parking, and in-room kitchenettes.

This smoke-free bed & breakfast offers free WiFi in public areas, a business center, and a terrace. Other amenities include laundry facilities, a garden, and tour/ticket assistance. Each morning free breakfast is served. There's also the convenience of an airport shuttle.

With a stay at this 4-star Russell B&B, you'll be 0.2 km (0.1 mi) from Bay of Islands.

Standard Studio, Non Smoking, Kitchenette (Hibiscus Suite)

Bed Count 1 King Bed Maximum Occupancy 3 Max

Standard Studio, Non Smoking, Kitchenette (Kingfisher Suite)

Bed Count 1 King Bed Maximum Occupancy 3 Max

Villa Russell ratings based on 13 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 5.0 out of 5.0
Room comfort 0.0 out of 5.0
Hotel condition 5.0 out of 5.0

Guest reviews for Villa Russell

Couples (11) Family (2)
4 out of 5
Great location, lovely host. We had a problem with water - it appears there was a fix needed with the tank so seems like a one-off. We had breakfast included with our meal but it was too basic and could be better.

Posted by on 9 Oct. 2023

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5 out of 5
Sue is a wonderful host. The place is very clean, and the location is fabulous. Walking distance to the Main Street. I would definitely recommend this place to everyone.

Posted by on 6 Jan. 2021

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5 out of 5
Pros: Hosts, Room, View and Breakfast
Location: Wonderful
Facilities: Home away from home; Value: Great deal; Service: Flawless; Cleanliness: Beautiful;

Posted by , from New Zealand - Auckland on 3 Mar. 2015

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Comment from Hotel Management

3 Mar. 2015 by

Thank you for taking the time to write a review and for lovely comments. We enjoyed your visit and would love to see you again, Sue and Stephen

5 out of 5
Pros: Beautiful historical villa with all mod cons and a view to die for
Cons: All gorgeous
Location: Truly beautiful
Facilities: Glorious old villa; Value: Excellent value; Service: Flawless, Friendly and helpful; Cleanliness: Immaculate, Heavenly; Beautiful garden and breathtaking view of harbour and beach

Posted by , from Australia - ACT - Canberra on 6 May 2014

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5 out of 5
Pros: The room
Location: Outstanding
Facilities: Top of the line; Value: Fantastic; Service: Remarkable; Cleanliness: Spotless;

Posted by , from Australia - QLD - Gold Coast on 7 Mar. 2014

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5 out of 5
Pros: Wonderfully attentive owners, beautifully presented rooms
Cons: Walking up the steep driveway!
Location: Lovely location
Facilities: Outstanding; Value: High end accom great $$; Service: Phenomenal, WOW!!!; Cleanliness: Spotless, Beautiful, Perfect; What a marvelous place to stay.

Posted by , from New Zealand - Wellington on 22 Jan. 2014

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Comment from Hotel Management

22 Jan. 2014 by

Thank you Emma for taking the time to write a review. We love this place and are most happy when we can share it with our guests

5 out of 5
Pros: Lovely room, great hosts, great location. 5 minute walk to town but far enough away to be private.
Cons: Parking is slightly limited
Location: Perfect, Beautiful views
Facilities: Home away from home; Value: Good for the time of year; Service: Go the extra mile, Outstanding; Cleanliness: Spotless, Immaculate; Outstanding hosts who make you feel right at home. Beautiful breakfast on the balcony overlooking the water. Such a lovely spot.

Posted by , from New Zealand - Hawkes Bay on 20 Jan. 2014

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5 out of 5
Pros: Beautiful accommodation and a lovely warm welcome from Sue and Stephen
Location: Perfect
Facilities: Home away from home; Value: Affordable; Service: Professional, Courteous, Lovely breakfast; Cleanliness: Beautiful;

Posted by , from Hong Kong on 13 Jan. 2014

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5 out of 5
Pros: Best hosts on the planet, breakfasts, privacy, close to everything. Perfect!!
Cons: Nothing, absolutely nothing!
Location: Away from it all
Facilities: Home away from home; Value: Amazing; Service: Go the extra mile; Cleanliness: Spotless; Really is a wonderful place. Hosts superb. The best getaway ever.

Posted by , from Australia - NSW - Wollongong on 29 Jan. 2013

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5 out of 5
Pros: Great view and friendly hosts

Posted by , from Australia - VIC - Melbourne on 25 Nov. 2012

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Comment from Hotel Management

22 Nov. 2012 by

Thank you for your review - we enjoyed having you as our guests Sue and Stephen

Property Features

Public spaces have free WiFi. There's an onsite business center. Free breakfast is served daily. A terrace, tour/ticket assistance, and a garden are also featured at Villa Russell. Self parking is free. This 4-star Russell bed & breakfast is smoke free.

  • 3 guestrooms or units
  • 2 buildings
  • Built in 1913
  • Breakfast available (free)
  • Business facilities
  • Self-service laundry
  • Storage area for luggage
  • Tour and ticket information
  • Terrace
  • Garden
  • No smoking on site

Family Friendly Amenities

  • Family property
  • Free WiFi
  • Soundproofed rooms
  • Kitchenette
  • Laundry facilities
  • Refrigerator
  • Microwave

Internet

Available in all rooms: Free WiFi

Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking

Free self parking

Transport

  • Property shuttles: Airport shuttle
  • Parking: Free self parking

Room Amenities

Villa Russell offers 3 accommodations with coffee/tea makers and bathrobes. Rooms open to balconies. Accommodations at this 4-star bed & breakfast have kitchenettes with refrigerators and microwaves. Bathrooms include showers and hair dryers. Guests can surf the web using the complimentary wireless Internet access. 32-inch flat-screen televisions come with satellite channels. Housekeeping is offered daily and irons/ironing boards can be requested.

  • In-room kitchenette
  • Private balcony
  • Flat-screen television
  • Satellite channels
  • Refrigerator
  • Microwave
  • Coffee maker
  • Shower
  • Cribs (surcharge)
  • Rollaway beds (surcharge)
  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Hair dryer
  • Bathrobes
  • Iron and ironing board available
  • Sound-insulated rooms
  • Ensuite bathroom

Food & Drink

Guests are served free self-serve breakfast daily from 7:30 AM to 9:30 AM.

Hotel Policies

Check-in

  • Check-in time starts at 2 PM
  • Check-in time ends at 10 PM

Special check-in instructions:

There is no front desk at this property. To make arrangements for check-in please contact the property ahead of time using the information on the booking confirmation. If you are planning to arrive after 10 PM please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation. Guests must contact the property for check-in instructions. For more details, please contact the property using the information on the booking confirmation.

Guests driving to the property should contact this property in advance.

This property does not have a front desk. To arrange for check-in, guests must contact the property in advance of arrival using the information on the booking confirmation. Guests arriving after 10 PM must make advance arrangements by contacting the property using the information on the booking confirmation. Guests must contact the property for check-in instructions. For more details, please contact the property using the information on the booking confirmation.

Check-out

  • Check-out by 11 AM

Payment types

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Rollaway/extra beds are available for NZD 30 per night.
  • Cribs (infant beds) are available.

Pet Policy

  • No pets allowed, but service animals are welcome

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 and Mastercard.

  • Service animals are allowed
  • No front desk
  • Social distancing measures are in place

Fees

Optional extras

The fees and deposits listed below will be charged at the time of service, check-in, or check-out.

  • Cribs (infant beds) are available for an additional fee
  • Rollaway bed fee: NZD 30 per night

This may not be a comprehensive list. Fees and deposits are subject to change and might not include tax.

Hotel Names

  • Villa Russell B&B
  • Villa Russell
  • Villa Russell New Zealand - Bay Of Islands
  • Villa Russell Russell
  • Villa Russell Bed & breakfast
  • Villa Russell Bed & breakfast Russell

National Rating

This property does not have a Qualmark® rating. For the benefit of our customers, we have provided a rating based on our rating system.

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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.