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The Duke of Marlborough Hotel

4.5 star property
Colonial hotel with fitness centre and 24-hour front desk

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Waterfront Room | Balcony
Waterfront Room | View from room
Waterfront Room | Water view
Breakfast, lunch, dinner served; local cuisine, beach views

Reviews

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful

Popular amenities

  • Bar
  • Gym
  • 24/7 front desk
  • Parking included
  • Housekeeping
  • Air conditioning
The current price is NZ$156
includes taxes & fees
13 July - 14 July

Explore the area

Map
35 The Strand, Bay of Islands, Russell, 0255
  • Russell Beach
    ‪2 min walk‬
  • Russell Christ Church
    ‪3 min walk‬
  • Flagstaff Hill
    ‪10 min walk‬
  • Kerikeri (KKE-Bay of Islands)
    ‪50 min drive‬

Room options

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Superior King Balcony

Superior King Balcony

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(16 reviews)

Highlights

Deck/patio
Air conditioning
Fridge
Plasma TV
Separate bedroom
Bathrobes
Private bathroom
Hairdryer
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Small Room

Small Room

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(9 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Fridge
Plasma TV
Separate bedroom
Hairdryer
Private bathroom
Electric kettle
IPod dock
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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Waterfront Room

Waterfront Room

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional
(6 reviews)

Highlights

Balcony or patio
Air conditioning
Free cots/infant beds
Fridge
Plasma TV
Renovated in 2017
Separate bedroom
Bathrobes
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

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Premium Room Seaview

Premium Room Seaview

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(2 reviews)

Highlights

Balcony
Air conditioning
Free cots/infant beds
Fridge
Plasma TV
Separate bedroom
Bathrobes
Private bathroom
  • Sea view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Superior Room, Courtyard

Superior Room, Courtyard

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(2 reviews)

Highlights

Terrace
Air conditioning
Free rollaway/extra beds
Free cots/infant beds
Fridge
Plasma TV
Separate bedroom
Shower/bath combination
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Queen Bed and 1 Single Bed

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Waterfront Apartment

Waterfront Apartment

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(2 reviews)

Highlights

Balcony or patio
Separate sitting area
Air conditioning
Free rollaway/extra beds
Free cots/infant beds
Kitchenette
Fridge
Plasma TV
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Queen Bed

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Classic Room, Courtyard

Classic Room, Courtyard

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful
(7 reviews)

Highlights

Terrace
Air conditioning
Fridge
Plasma TV
Separate bedroom
Bathrobes
Private bathroom
Hairdryer
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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Classic Room

Classic Room

8.4 out of 10
Very good
(7 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Fridge
Plasma TV
Separate bedroom
Bathrobes
Private bathroom
Hairdryer
Electric kettle
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed OR 1 King Bed

About the area

Russell

A luxury stay in Russell awaits you at The Duke of Marlborough Hotel. You'll be within steps of Russell Beach and within a short 5-minute stroll of Russell Museum. Highlights at this eco-friendly hotel include a restaurant, free self-parking and a bar/lounge. .The restaurant, Duke of Marlborough, serves local cuisine and is open for breakfast, lunch and dinner. Additionally, you'll find free Wi-Fi in public areas and a gym. There's also the convenience of limited parking. .Places within a short walk of this 4.5-property class Russell hotel include Russell Christ Church and Tapeka Point.

What's nearby

  • Russell Beach - 2 min walk - 0.2 km
  • Russell Christ Church - 3 min walk - 0.3 km
  • Flagstaff Hill - 10 min walk - 0.9 km
  • Paihia Wharf - 26 min drive - 15.0 km
  • Waitangi Treaty Grounds - 31 min drive - 17.9 km

Getting around

  • Kerikeri (KKE-Bay of Islands) - 55 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Cbk Craft Beer and Kitchen - ‬28 min drive
  • ‪Marina Cafe Opua - ‬22 min drive
  • ‪Hone's Garden - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪Paihia Wharf - ‬28 min drive
  • ‪Charlotte’s Kitchen - ‬28 min drive

About this property

The Duke of Marlborough Hotel

Colonial hotel with fitness centre and 24-hour front desk
There's a restaurant on site. You can enjoy a drink at the bar/lounge. WiFi is free in public spaces. There are 2 meeting rooms available. A fitness centre, tour/ticket assistance, and a garden are also featured at the luxury The Duke of Marlborough Hotel. Limited free parking is available on a first-come, first-served basis.

This Colonial Russell hotel is smoke free.

  • 38 guestrooms or units
  • 2 levels
  • Conference rooms
  • Built in 1827
  • Front desk (24 hours)
  • Front desk safe
  • Tour and ticket information
  • Wedding services available
  • Garden
  • Lift
  • No smoking on site
  • Bar or lounge
  • Dining venue
The Duke of Marlborough Hotel offers 38 accommodations with iPod docking stations and a hairdryer. Plasma televisions come with satellite channels.

This Russell hotel provides complimentary wireless Internet access. Additionally, rooms include an iron/ironing board and free toiletries. Housekeeping is provided on a daily basis.

Awards and affiliations

Eco-certified property
This property participates in Qualmark Sustainable Tourism Business Award – a programme that measures the property's impact on one or more of the following: environment, community, cultural heritage and the local economy.

Languages

English

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Property amenities

Internet

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

Parking and transport

  • Free secured, uncovered self parking on site
  • Limited on-site parking (max 1 space per unit)
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking available

Food and drink

  • A bar/lounge
  • A restaurant

Restaurants on site

  • Duke of Marlborough

Things to do

  • Gym

Family friendly

  • In-room refrigerator

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Guidebooks
  • Safe at front desk

Guest services

  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Tour and ticket assistance
  • Wedding services

Business services

  • 2 meeting rooms

Outdoors

  • Garden
  • On the waterfront

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • 1 accessible parking space
  • Front entrance ramp
  • Lift (90 centimetre wide door)
  • Visual alarms in hallways
  • Well-lit path to entrance
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking

More

  • 2 floors
  • Banquet hall
  • Built in 1827
  • Colonial architecture
  • Smoke-free property

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

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

Entertainment

  • IPod dock
  • Plasma TV with cable/satellite channels

Food and drink

  • Electric kettle
  • Refrigerator
  • Restaurant dining guides

More

  • Air conditioning (climate-controlled)
  • Heating (climate-controlled)
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Phone

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3 PM; check-in end time: 9 PM
Late check-in subject to availability
Minimum check-in age - 18

Check-out

Check-out before 10 AM

Special check-in instructions

The property charges 2.45 per cent for credit card payments
Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
If you are planning to arrive after 9:00 PM please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Kids stay free! Children stay free when using existing bedding.
  • Rollaway/extra beds are available for NZD 50.0 per day.

Payment types

Important information

Optional extras

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

  • Rollaway bed fee: NZD 50.0 per day
  • Credit card charges are subject to a surcharge of 2.45 per cent

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

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
Guests must contact this property in advance to reserve high chair
This property accepts credit cards, debit cards and cash
This property reserves the right to pre-authorise the guest's credit card prior to arrival.
Noise-free guestrooms cannot be guaranteed
Safety features at this property include a smoke detector
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios and terraces, which may not be suitable for children; if you have any concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm that they can accommodate you in a suitable room
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 has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios and terraces, which may not be suitable for children. If you have any concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm that they can accommodate you in a suitable room. Guests must contact this property in advance to reserve high chair. This property accepts Visa, Mastercard, American Express, debit cards and cash. This property reserves the right to pre-authorise the guest's credit card prior to arrival. Noise-free guestrooms cannot be guaranteed. For guests' safety, the property includes a smoke detector in all accommodation.

Property Registration Number 9429042359616

We should mention

  • Children stay free in the same room as the parent or guardian when using existing bedding.
  • Registered guests are the only ones allowed to be in guestrooms.
  • Certain facilities might have restricted access. For details, you can contact the property at the number on the booking confirmation.
  • This property welcomes guests of all sexual orientations and gender identities (LGBTQ+ friendly).

National rating

Rating provided by Qualmark®, source of official star ratings for accommodation in New Zealand.

Property is also known as

Duke Marlborough Hotel
Duke Marlborough Hotel Russell
Duke Marlborough Russell
The Duke Of Marlborough
The Duke of Marlborough Hotel Hotel
The Duke of Marlborough Hotel Russell
The Duke of Marlborough Hotel Hotel Russell

Frequently asked questions

What is the cancellation policy at The Duke of Marlborough Hotel?

The Duke of Marlborough Hotel offers free cancellation on select room rates. Check out the cancellation policy for more info.

How much does it cost to stay at The Duke of Marlborough Hotel?

As of 8 Jul 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at The Duke of Marlborough Hotel on 13 Jul 2025 start from NZ$156.39, including taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

Is parking available at The Duke of Marlborough Hotel?

Yep, The Duke of Marlborough Hotel has a free self car park. Onsite parking is limited (max 1 space per unit).

Are there any beaches close to The Duke of Marlborough Hotel?

Yep, The Duke of Marlborough Hotel is a short 1-minute walk from Russell Beach. Fun beach activities include snorkelling, scuba diving and parasailing. You can also find boat tours.

Is there a free airport shuttle available at The Duke of Marlborough Hotel?

No, The Duke of Marlborough Hotel does not offer an airport shuttle service.

Is there a bar or restaurant at The Duke of Marlborough Hotel?

Yep, they've got a lounge bar and an onsite restaurant that serves local cuisine. Pre dinner cocktails anyone?

What time are check-in & check-out at The Duke of Marlborough Hotel?

Check-in begins at 3 PM. Check-out time is 10 AM.

Are pets allowed at The Duke of Marlborough Hotel?

No, pets are not allowed.

The Duke of Marlborough Hotel Reviews

Reviews

9.2

Wonderful

Rating 10 - Excellent. 536 out of 822 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 219 out of 822 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 47 out of 822 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 14 out of 822 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 6 out of 822 reviews

9.4/10

Cleanliness

9.2/10

Staff & service

9.2/10

Amenities

8.8/10

Property conditions & facilities

9.0/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

jane

Business traveller
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Always love staying at The Duke . Being winter spent a bit more time in the hotel so booked a larger room with balcony . Very comfortable with the usual Duke high level of appointment
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Ron

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The Duke of Marlborough oozes "old world charm" and has wonderful staff and excellent chefs. Our one disappointment was being charged a 15% surcharge on a Public Holiday for food and drinks - those staying at the Hotel should be excused this surcharge.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

phil

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
character
Stayed 3 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Sarah

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Wonderful decor, terrific service, food is stunning, people are lovely.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

8/10 Good

Peter

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Enjoyed the vintage hotel decor, staff were very professional and helpful, and the location of the hotel is perfect for anyone visiting Russell.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kim

Travelled with partner, Travelled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Had an amazing experience, helpful and accomodating employees who would do all they could to help us. Convenient location, enjoyed our stay. Highly recommend.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Larry

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

8/10 Good

June

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Maxine

Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Anna

Liked: Amenities
Great
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

8/10 Good

Karen

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Pros: View from terrace restaurant was stunning, food was great, rooms have been renovated beautifully. Cons: reception area dark and musty smelling. Skimping on towels-no hand towels, no bath mat, no flannels. Shower head floppy squirted over tiles when turned on, so floor wet and slippery with nothing to mop up water
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

6/10 Okay

Tracey, Manassas

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Our room was facing the ocean but the restaurant was below and we could hear people talking and laughing until later in the evening. Not many convenient plugs in the room.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Charles

Travelled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Keen historic property with very good staff.
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2025

8/10 Good

Kristin

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
The rooms felt a little dated but perhaps that is part of the charm. The staff was great, the dinner was delicious and the location unbeatable.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Anita

Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Brenda

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We had a lovely, sunny room, friendly staff and a nice meal at this historic hotel.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Diane, Sandia Park

Travelled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Pristine property. Gorgeous hotel. Russel is quaint and delightful.
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jeffrey

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

6/10 Okay

Christopher

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

Stay away from rooms 1 and 1!

Our room had no privacy and no shade - it faced onto a walkway and was blasted by sun all day, so you had to keep the curtains closed day and night - yet the price was the same as their other balcony rooms...
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

William, Liberty Lake

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Amazing history, view, artwork, restaurant, and world-class ambiance. The hotel was restored and updated years ago but it has been well maintained.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Moira

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Very relaxing night here
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Joan

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

Beautiful

Lovely little apartment on the beach front.
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Christine

Travelled with family, Travelled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Had an amazing night here with friends, had dinner over looking the water. The food was delicious, service was great and the restaurant had a great ambiance. The rooms were lovely and looked exactly like the photos, no surprises. Will definitely be back.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025

8/10 Good

Patrick

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service

Worth a stay

We were informed when we checked in that the best rooms were reserved for those that booked directly with the hotel. We were given a wheelchair accessible room on the ground floor, which was okay. The bar in the hotel was disappointing as the layout was poor, big sofas grouped in the middle of the bar area. The restaurant and service were excellent and highly recommended. Because this is an old hotel it doesn’t have modern refineries.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2025