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Shower, hair dryer, bathrobes, towels

Standard Studio, Non Smoking, Kitchenette (Hibiscus Suite)

Highlights

Balcony
Soundproofed
Heating
Kitchenette
Refrigerator
Flat-screen TV
Private bathroom
Hair dryer
  • Sea view
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed OR 1 Twin Bed

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Standard Studio, Non Smoking, Kitchenette (Kingfisher Suite) | Soundproofing, iron/ironing board, cribs/infant beds, rollaway beds

Standard Studio, Non Smoking, Kitchenette (Kingfisher Suite)

Highlights

Balcony
Soundproofed
Heating
Kitchenette
Refrigerator
Flat-screen TV
Private bathroom
Hair dryer
  • Sea view
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed OR 1 Twin Bed
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About the neighborhood

Map
2 Little Queen Street, Bay Of Islands, Russell, 0202

What's nearby

  • Russell Beach - 3 min walk - 0.3 km
  • Russell Christ Church - 7 min walk - 0.6 km
  • Flagstaff Hill - 8 min walk - 0.7 km
  • Paihia Beach - 23 min drive - 14.6 km
  • Paihia Wharf - 23 min drive - 15.0 km

Getting around

  • Kerikeri (KKE-Bay of Islands) - 54 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪El Cafe - ‬25 min drive
  • ‪Bad Habits - ‬27 min drive
  • ‪Mako Beach Bar - ‬26 min drive
  • ‪Charlotte's Kitchen - ‬26 min drive
  • ‪Duke of Marlborough Hotel - ‬4 min walk

About this property

Villa Russell

Upscale bed & breakfast near Bay of Islands
Free self-serve breakfast, a terrace, and a garden are just a few of the amenities provided at Villa Russell. In addition to laundry facilities and a business center, guests can connect to free in-room WiFi.
You'll also find perks like:
  • Free self parking
  • A roundtrip airport shuttle (surcharge), tour/ticket assistance, and smoke-free premises
  • Luggage storage
Room features
All guestrooms at Villa Russell boast thoughtful touches such as bathrobes, in addition to amenities like free WiFi and sound-insulated walls.
More conveniences in all rooms include:
  • Rollaway/extra beds (surcharge) and cribs/infant beds (surcharge)
  • Bathrooms with showers and hair dryers
  • 32-inch flat-screen TVs with satellite channels
  • Balconies, kitchenettes, and refrigerators

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Property amenities

Internet

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

Parking and transportation

  • Roundtrip airport shuttle (surcharge)
  • Free self parking on site

Food and drink

  • Free self-serve breakfast available daily 7:30 AM to 9:30 AM

Family friendly

  • Crib (surcharge)
  • In-room kitchenette
  • In-room microwave
  • In-room refrigerator
  • Laundry facilities
  • Rollaway/extra bed (surcharge)
  • Soundproofed rooms

Conveniences

  • Laundry facilities
  • Luggage storage

Guest services

  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Tour and ticket assistance

Business services

  • Business center

Outdoors

  • Garden
  • Terrace

More

  • 2 buildings
  • Built in 1913
  • Smoking not allowed

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided
  • Crib (surcharge)
  • Rollaway/extra bed (surcharge)

Bathroom

  • Bathrobes
  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Shower
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • 32-inch flat-screen TV with satellite channels
  • CD player

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Electric kettle
  • Kitchenette
  • Microwave
  • Refrigerator
  • Toaster

More

  • Heating
  • Iron/ironing board on request
  • Soundproofed rooms

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 2 PM; Check-in end time: 10 PM

Check-out

Check-out before 11 AM

Special check-in instructions

There is no front desk at this property
Guests must contact the property for check-in information
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 driving to the property should contact this property in advance (e.g., directions)
For any questions, please contact the property using the information on the booking confirmation

Pets

Pets not allowed (service animals welcome)

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
Rollaway/extra beds are available for NZD 30 per night
Cribs are available on request at the property

Property payment types

Important information

Optional extras

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

The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may not include tax and are subject to change.

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
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
Please note that cultural norms and guest policies may differ by country and by property; the policies listed are provided by the property

National rating

For the benefit of our customers, we have provided a rating based on our rating system.

Property is also known as

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

Frequently asked questions

Is Villa Russell pet-friendly?

No, only service animals are welcome at the property.

How much is parking at Villa Russell?

Self parking is free at this property.

What time is check-in at Villa Russell?

Check-in start time: 2 PM; Check-in end time: 10 PM.

What time is check-out at Villa Russell?

Check-out is at 11 AM.

Does Villa Russell provide a shuttle to the airport?

Yes, there's an airport shuttle.

Where is Villa Russell located?

Situated near the beach, this bed & breakfast is within a 5-minute walk of Tapeka Point and Bay of Islands. Russell Beach and Pompalier House are also within 10 minutes.

Reviews

Reviews

10

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 23 out of 25 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 2 out of 25 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 25 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 25 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 25 reviews

10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Staff & service

9.6/10

Amenities

9.8/10

Property conditions & facilities

10/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Ann

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
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.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025

8/10 Good

Sandie

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
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.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Alma Dela

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We like the views from our room. I like the accommodation having shower robe and they have it. Excellent! Customer service was excellent. We like healthy breakfast and the dining overlooking the sea. Convenience of walking to town was great. Parking not so easy as it was elevated but not an issue.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2022

10/10 Excellent

PR

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

Perfect choice to stay in Russell

It was lovely to meet you Sue, and thanks for a wonderful stay. Perfect location, comfy, clean, and roomy accommodation. We'll definitely be back
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2021

10/10 Excellent

Lance

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

getaway

great location, handy to everything, awesome service
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2021

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
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.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2021

10/10 Excellent

corinne

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

AAA+++

Highly recommend this stay. The views were pretty and close proximity to town and waterfront (5mins easy walk) and 10min walk to Flagpole hill. The service was friendly and efficiently - nothing was too much trouble. True Kiwi hospitality. We will stay again.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2020

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great location. Everything we needed with helpful hosts. Perfect stay.
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2019

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
very comfortable stay, fabulous views, quiet and peaceful
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2018

10/10 Excellent

Anthony, BATH

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

B&B exceeding expectations

Excellent B&B. Good location with great views. Friendly and helpful hosts. Good breakfast.

10/10 Excellent

damien, Melbourne

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

Great guesthouse

Great guesthouse and hospitality

10/10 Excellent

Laurie, New Zealand - Auckland

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Facilities: Home away from home; Value: Great deal; Service: Flawless; Cleanliness: Beautiful;

10/10 Excellent

GRAHAM, Australia - ACT - Canberra

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Facilities: Glorious old villa; Value: Excellent value; Service: Flawless, Friendly and helpful; Cleanliness: Immaculate, Heavenly; Beautiful garden and breathtaking view of harbour and beach

10/10 Excellent

John, Australia - QLD - Gold Coast

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Facilities: Top of the line; Value: Fantastic; Service: Remarkable; Cleanliness: Spotless;

10/10 Excellent

Emma, New Zealand - Wellington

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Facilities: Outstanding; Value: High end accom great $$; Service: Phenomenal, WOW!!!; Cleanliness: Spotless, Beautiful, Perfect; What a marvelous place to stay.

10/10 Excellent

Ingrid, New Zealand - Hawkes Bay

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

10/10 Excellent

Anne-Maree, Hong Kong

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Facilities: Home away from home; Value: Affordable; Service: Professional, Courteous, Lovely breakfast; Cleanliness: Beautiful;

10/10 Excellent

George, Australia - NSW - Wollongong

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

10/10 Excellent

Ron, New Zealand - Auckland

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Facilities: Top of the line; Value: Affordable; Service: Outstanding; Cleanliness: Immaculate;

10/10 Excellent

Alex, New Zealand - Northland

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Facilities: Home away from home; Value: Fantastic; Service: Remarkable; Cleanliness: Spotless;

10/10 Excellent

Michael, New Zealand - Auckland

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Russell is a great place to visit and Villa Russell is an even great place to stay.

10/10 Excellent

Joseph

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Adam Maitland

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2019

8/10 Good

stefan

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

10/10 Excellent

Anna, Australia - VIC - Melbourne

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