The Best Hotels Closest to Russell Museum in Russell for 2026

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A room with a large window, a bed with striped bedding, and a view of an outdoor patio area.

Two modern, detached houses with large windows, surrounded by lush greenery and a small flower in the foreground.

A house with a balcony, a picnic table, and a grassy yard.

A dining table set with wine glasses, a bottle of Shingled wine, and white bowls on plates.

1. Russell - Orongo Bay Holiday Park

3.1 km from Russell Museum

Jade

₩60,636

₩69,730 total

includes taxes & fees

Nov 22 - Nov 23

A hammock swing in a lush garden with a pool and a fence.

A residential area with two houses, surrounded by lush greenery and trees.

A living room with a TV, wooden furniture, a round coffee table with a plant, and a large window with curtains.

A bedroom with a large bed, white bedding, a potted plant, and a view of a garden through a window.

2. Kauri Park Motel

17 km from Russell Museum

Rebecca

₩129,129

₩148,500 total

includes taxes & fees

Nov 6 - Nov 7

A modern house with large glass windows, a well-maintained lawn, and a patio area.

A kitchen with a granite countertop, a red appliance, and wooden cabinets.

A modern bedroom with a large bed, a flat-screen TV, a plant, and a sliding glass door leading to a balcony.

A stone building with a gabled roof near a calm lake, surrounded by lush greenery and another white house with a red roof.

3. Stone Store Lodge

15.6 km from Russell Museum

"Wonderful place to stay in Kerikeri - ideally located near the historic end of town in close proximity to lovely walking tracks, sites of interest, and the plough and feather (a lovely gastropub). Beautiful property that makes you feel like you are up in the trees with tūī flitting outside the window and lovely views over the bush valley. Only about 4 rooms in the lodge, and while your room alone has everything you need, you also have shared access to an airy modern lounge, dining and full...

₩144,130

₩165,753 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 25 - Oct 26

A dark wooden wall with a window, two white chairs, and a hanging basket with red flowers.

A kitchen with a glass door leading to a garden, a microwave, and shelves with jars and kitchen items.

A brick wall with palm trees, a motel sign, and a sign for a heated swimming pool.

A modern building with a dark exterior, large windows, and a well-maintained garden with palm trees and a patio umbrella.

4. Edelweiss Motel

3.5 km from Russell Museum

Thyra

₩74,627

₩85,821 total

includes taxes & fees

Nov 19 - Nov 20

A two-story building with a balcony on the upper floor.

A large, single-story building with a red roof, surrounded by a well-maintained lawn and dense forest.

A living room with a TV, sofa, coffee table, and a view of a green landscape through a sliding door.

A hotel room with a bed, a sofa, a dining area, and a bathroom.

5. Kerikeri Park Lodge

17 km from Russell Museum

Clair

₩117,272

₩134,863 total

includes taxes & fees

Nov 1 - Nov 2

A modern kitchen with light wood cabinets, a stainless steel sink, a black dishwasher, a microwave, a kettle, and a toaster.

A hotel room with a bed, two pillows with the hotel name, a bedside table, and a wardrobe.

A modern bathroom with a glass-enclosed shower, marble walls, and a wooden vanity with a white sink.

A room with a sofa, two nightstands, a chair, and a potted plant.

6. Rayya Suites, Paihia

3.5 km from Russell Museum

Ben

₩120,755

₩138,868 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 27 - Oct 28

A hotel room with a bed, a painting on the wall, and a balcony with a view of the sea.

A hotel room with a TV, two red chairs, a sofa, a bed, and a large window with a view of the sea.

A view of a lakeside area with a motel sign, a large tree, and a building with a balcony.

A lakeside view with a row of houses, including a large building with a balcony and a smaller building with a green roof.

7. Breakwater Motel

3.5 km from Russell Museum

Murtuza

₩153,842

₩176,919 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 28 - Oct 29

A hotel room with a bed, a sofa, a coffee table, a TV, and a cityscape painting.

A modern kitchen with white cabinets, a black countertop, and a compact refrigerator. There is a glass dining table with black chairs in the adjacent living area.

A hotel room with two beds, a desk with a chair, a TV mounted on the wall, and a balcony with curtains.

A modern kitchen with wooden cabinets, a dining table with chairs, and a living area with a sofa and coffee table.

8. Dolphin Motel

3.8 km from Russell Museum

SERENA

₩66,335

₩76,285 total

includes taxes & fees

Nov 12 - Nov 13

A pool area with lounge chairs and umbrellas, a view of the sea, and a thatched-roof structure.

A modern kitchen with white cabinets, a microwave, and a sink. There's a dining area with a black table and a grey sofa with a floral pattern. A large abstract painting is on the wall.

A covered outdoor seating area with wooden chairs and a row of windows.

A hotel with a swimming pool, a parking lot, and a view of the surrounding hills.

9. Anchorage Motel

3.4 km from Russell Museum

Wayne

₩125,114

₩143,881 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 26 - Oct 27

A parking lot with two cars, palm trees, and a view of a body of water and hills in the background.

A hotel room with a bed, a television on a stand, a small table, and a window with curtains.

A rocky shoreline with a pier extending into calm waters, a building with a white roof, and distant hills.

A wooden barrel with wine glasses arranged on top, set against a scenic outdoor backdrop.

10. Bounty Motel

3.6 km from Russell Museum

Jemma

₩76,712

₩88,219 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 26 - Oct 27

A coastal scene with boats on calm water, a tree with sprawling branches, and a hilly landscape in the background.

A modern wooden building with a visible kitchen area, a dining table, and a large potted plant.

A hotel room with a large bed, a nightstand, a lamp, and a view of the garden through a sliding glass door.

11. Opua Boutique Seaview Motel

5.7 km from Russell Museum

Gloria

₩109,672

₩126,123 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 28 - Oct 29

A living room with a sofa, coffee table, and a view of the sea through large glass doors.

A multi-story hotel with balconies, a parking area, and a sign for Sea Spray Suites.

A modern kitchen with a dining area, wooden flooring, and a view of the outdoors.

A modern kitchen with a dining area, large windows, and a view of the sea.

12. Sea Spray Suites

3.8 km from Russell Museum

Amir

₩132,079

₩151,891 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 27 - Oct 28

An outdoor patio with a grill, seating, and a view of the sea.

A hotel with a pool, a parking lot, and a view of the sea.

A garden with a pond, lush greenery, and a sign reading "LAST MOTEL POST FERRY WHARF".

A beach with clear water, a distant island, and a tree with red flowers.

13. Ala Moana Motel

3.5 km from Russell Museum

Debbie

₩117,633

₩135,278 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 28 - Oct 29

A pool surrounded by lush greenery, including palm trees and various plants.

A dining area with multiple tables and chairs, a kitchen area with cabinets and appliances, and a staircase leading to an upper level.

A hotel lobby with a reception desk, seating area, and large windows offering a view of the street and greenery.

A hotel room with a bed, a sofa, a desk, and a TV.

14. Paihia Pacific Resort Hotel

3.7 km from Russell Museum

Mark

₩89,684

₩103,137 total

includes taxes & fees

Nov 4 - Nov 5

A two-story house with a balcony, surrounded by lush greenery and palm trees.

A modern living room with a brown sofa, a wooden coffee table, and a white armchair. There is a kitchen in the background with a window and a plant.

A sign for the Admirals View Motel with bicycles parked in front.

A bedroom with a large bed, a dining table, and a view of the street outside.

15. ASURE Admirals View Motel

3.6 km from Russell Museum

Sarah

₩97,290

₩111,884 total

includes taxes & fees

Nov 15 - Nov 16

A wooden deck with metal chairs, a wooden bench, and a view of a green lawn and trees.

A compact kitchen with a microwave, sink, and stove, wooden walls, and a door with a frosted glass panel.

A cozy room with wooden walls, a grey sofa, a dining table with chairs, and a large window with curtains.

A cozy interior with two wicker chairs, a small round table, and a lamp.

16. Bay of Islands Holiday Park

9.8 km from Russell Museum

Vicki

₩68,313

₩78,560 total

includes taxes & fees

Nov 6 - Nov 7

A swimming pool with lounge chairs and umbrellas, a flagpole, and a signboard in the background.

A modern hotel with a glass facade overlooking a body of water, a covered outdoor area with plants, and a staircase leading to the entrance.

A balcony with a view of a waterfront, a sign indicating a 200m distance, and a table with chairs.

A hotel room with a bed, a view of the sea, and a sliding glass door.

17. Kingsgate Hotel Autolodge Paihia

3.5 km from Russell Museum

Beverly

₩130,597

₩150,190 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 26 - Oct 27

A swimming pool with lounge chairs and umbrellas, surrounded by palm trees and a well-maintained garden.

A hotel with a tropical garden, palm trees, and a well-lit exterior at dusk.

A well-lit garden with palm trees and string lights, a parked car, and a building in the background.

A bedroom with a bed, a window with curtains, a wall-mounted light fixture, and a painting of coconuts.

18. Stay Kerikeri Boutique Apartments and Studios

16.1 km from Russell Museum

Thedel

₩155,664

₩179,014 total

includes taxes & fees

Nov 1 - Nov 2

A hot tub with a view of a lake and mountains.

A bedroom with a large bed, a chair, a hot tub, and a view of the sea.

A curved wooden bridge in a forested area with dense foliage and trees.

A modern building with a glass entrance, a parking area, and a view of the sea and hills.

19. Tarltons Lodge

3.7 km from Russell Museum

Simon

₩269,892

₩310,374 total

includes taxes & fees

Nov 2 - Nov 3

A grassy area with a view of a lake and distant islands.

A rooftop terrace with a view of a calm lake, palm trees, and distant islands.

A residential area with modern houses, a road, and a hillside with more houses.

A compact kitchen with a stove, sink, and wooden cabinets. There is a dining area with a table and chairs, and a view of a body of water through a glass door.

20. Bayview Motel

3.5 km from Russell Museum

TONY

₩158,611

₩182,404 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 27 - Oct 28

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Compare popular hotels close to Russell Museum

Property	Property class	Guest rating
Russell - Orongo Bay Holiday Park	8.0 Very good 104 reviews	View
Kauri Park Motel	9.8 Exceptional 483 reviews	View
Stone Store Lodge	9.6 Exceptional 114 reviews	View
Edelweiss Motel	8.6 Excellent 280 reviews	View
Kerikeri Park Lodge	9.8 Exceptional 312 reviews	View

Top Russell Museum Hotel Reviews

The Captains Motel

10/10 Excellent

"Room was very clean and comfortable. Pool and spa were absolutely devine. Only 500 metres to town. Very good stay. Would definitely go there again."

The Duke of Marlborough Hotel

8/10 Good

"It was a lovely older building that was well maintained and had the best outdoor dining water-view. The dining/bar had great ambiance and the food was unique and delicious. They also had a free pickleball court usage near their property. The staff were happy and helpful. The only problem was a bit dampness feel to the room rug."

Kingsgate Hotel Autolodge Paihia

10/10 Excellent

"The property is dated so it is clean but dosent look it. staff really helpful. the pool was closed when we were there. It was easy to check in and out."

The Commodores Lodge

10/10 Excellent

"Great location, very clean and modern room. Probably the best location in Russell. Loved this place. Friendly staff."

Bellrock Lodge

10/10 Excellent

"Well appointed room and lovely welcome from owners on arrival. Really good views of Russell township and the water / boats. Only thing I would say, bring some strong legs if you plan on walking - the driveway is STEEP hahaaaa. Had a very pleasant stay (5 nights)."

Arcadia Lodge

10/10 Excellent

"Arcadia Lodge is charming and relaxing ✨, with a warm, welcoming atmosphere that makes it easy to unwind. Greg and Peter were fantastic hosts—friendly, attentive, and genuinely welcoming. The breakfast was delicious, and definitely a highlight of our stay. ☺️ The rooms were neat, tidy, and very comfortable, making it easy to feel at home. Every detail was thoughtfully cared for, creating a cosy and inviting space that made our stay truly enjoyable. "

Villa Russell

10/10 Excellent

"We thoroughly enjoyed our 2 nights at Villa Russell. The balcony views to the bay were both beautiful and relaxing. The room was large with a king sized bed and good quality linen and towels. The room had a small kitchen with fridge microwave, kettle etc . Breakfast items were located in the fridge. We enjoyed the simple breakfast of cereal, toast, fruits and yoghurt. Sue, our host was very helpful. "

Other attractions near Russell Museum

A cemetery with white headstones, a church, and a cross on the roof.

Russell Christ Church

9.0/10 (137 reviews)

This charming and peaceful 19th-century church is a prominent historical landmark, while the surrounding cemetery is a good spot for a stroll.

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A pebbly beach with a pier extending into calm waters, boats, and a clear sky.

Russell Beach

9.2/10 (738 reviews)

Wander along the jetty for wonderful views of Kororareka Bay, get out on the water in a boat and enjoy alfresco dining along the beachfront.

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A coastal town with turquoise waters, several boats, and lush greenery.

Flagstaff Hill

9.2/10 (289 reviews)

On this important hill, learn about New Zealand’s early Māori and colonial history, look for iconic birds and take in the stunning views of the Bay of Islands.

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Pompalier House

9.4/10 (42 reviews)

You can find out about the history of Russell with a trip to Pompalier House. Stroll along the beautiful beaches or visit the spas in the area.

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Pompallier Mission

9.4/10 (16 reviews)

You can spend time studying the exhibits at Pompallier Mission during your trip to Russell. While you're in the area, stroll along the beaches.

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Tapeka Point Historic Reserve

9.4/10 (28 reviews)

Explore the great outdoors at Tapeka Point Historic Reserve, a lovely green space in Tapeka. Visit the area's spas or amble around its beautiful beaches.

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Frequently asked questions

What's the area like around Russell Museum?

Russell Museum is located in a welcoming area of Russell known for its beautiful island views and dolphin viewing opportunities. If you're looking for a convenient place to stay, check out the 77 hotels and other accommodations you'll find within a mile.

What's the best hotel to stay near Russell Museum?

Adjacent to Russell Museum, The Duke of Marlborough Hotel is one of the top choices for your stay based on our traveler data, and this hotel offers a restaurant and free parking. Other good options close by include The Commodores Lodge and The Captains Motel.

How many hotels should I expect to find close to Russell Museum?

Expedia has 77 hotels and other accommodations within a mile from Russell Museum.

If I need to cancel the hotel reservation for my stay near Russell Museum, will I receive a refund?

Yes, most hotel bookings are fully refundable as long as you cancel prior to the accommodation's cancellation deadline, which in most cases is within 24 or 48 hours of your check-in date. If your reservation is non-refundable, you might still have the option to cancel and get a refund within a 24-hour period of your booking. Plug in your dates, click on "Search", then filter by "fully refundable" to view the best options available near Russell Museum.

Where can I learn more about changing or cancelling my trip in the area near Russell Museum?

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What can I see and do near Russell Museum?

Explore notable local landmarks like Waitangi Treaty Grounds, Pompalier House, and Pompallier Mission. You can wander around Flagstaff Hill, Tapeka Point Historic Reserve, or Haruru Falls if you want a dose of fresh air. Russell Beach, Long Beach, and Paihia Beach are great spots if you want to spend some time by the water during your stay.

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Our top choices for Russell Museum hotels

1. Russell - Orongo Bay Holiday Park

2. Kauri Park Motel

3. Stone Store Lodge

4. Edelweiss Motel

5. Kerikeri Park Lodge

6. Rayya Suites, Paihia

7. Breakwater Motel

8. Dolphin Motel

9. Anchorage Motel

10. Bounty Motel

11. Opua Boutique Seaview Motel

12. Sea Spray Suites

13. Ala Moana Motel

14. Paihia Pacific Resort Hotel

15. ASURE Admirals View Motel

16. Bay of Islands Holiday Park

17. Kingsgate Hotel Autolodge Paihia

18. Stay Kerikeri Boutique Apartments and Studios

19. Tarltons Lodge

20. Bayview Motel

Compare popular hotels close to Russell Museum

Top Russell Museum Hotel Reviews

The Captains Motel

The Duke of Marlborough Hotel

Kingsgate Hotel Autolodge Paihia

The Commodores Lodge

Bellrock Lodge

Arcadia Lodge

Villa Russell

Other attractions near Russell Museum

Russell Christ Church

Russell Beach

Flagstaff Hill

Pompalier House

Pompallier Mission

Tapeka Point Historic Reserve

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