The Best Hotels Closest to Russell Christ Church in Russell for 2026

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A hotel room with a bed, a desk, a chair, a TV, and a balcony with a view of the sea.

A ferry docked at a harbor with a view of a hill with houses in the background.

A large cruise ship docked at a port with several smaller boats nearby.

A wooden wardrobe with a digital lock and a small pet bed beside it.

1. Bellrock Lodge

0.3 km from Russell Christ Church

Lynda

SAR 453

SAR 524 total

includes taxes & fees

10 Oct - 11 Oct

An outdoor dining area with tables and chairs, overlooking a bay with boats.

A cozy lounge area with leather sofas, a fireplace, and a large portrait on the wall.

A two-story building with a balcony and a flagpole.

A view through a window with a curtain, featuring a body of water, a tree, and a distant mountain range.

2. The Duke of Marlborough Hotel

0.3 km from Russell Christ Church

Ruth

SAR 304

SAR 353 total

includes taxes & fees

7 Oct - 8 Oct

A waterfront area with kayaks, a beach, and buildings with signs like "Commodore's Lodge" and "TOURS & CRUISES".

A swimming pool with a wooden deck, lounge chairs, and a reception area with a red umbrella.

A marina with boats docked, a pier extending into calm water, and a distant hill with buildings.

A bedroom with a bed, a desk, and a chair. There is a window with curtains, a lamp, and a painting on the wall.

3. The Commodores Lodge

0.2 km from Russell Christ Church

Greg

SAR 411

SAR 473 total

includes taxes & fees

7 Oct - 8 Oct

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

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

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

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

4. Russell - Orongo Bay Holiday Park

3.1 km from Russell Christ Church

Jade

SAR 169

SAR 195 total

includes taxes & fees

5 Nov - 6 Nov

A bench by a lakeside with a wooden fence and grassy area.

A compact living space with a sofa, dining table, kitchen area, and a small island with a sink.

A modern kitchen with a central island, a dining area with a wooden table and chairs, and a living room with a sofa and television.

A coastal landscape with a wide beach, calm water, and distant hills under a cloudy sky.

5. Bay of Islands Gateway Motel & Apartment

4.1 km from Russell Christ Church

David

SAR 370

SAR 426 total

includes taxes & fees

9 Oct - 10 Oct

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

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.

A compact kitchen with a microwave, sink, and a dining area with a table and chairs.

6. Kauri Park Motel

17.1 km from Russell Christ Church

Rebecca

SAR 342

SAR 396 total

includes taxes & fees

6 Nov - 7 Nov

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

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

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

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

7. Rayya Suites, Paihia

3.6 km from Russell Christ Church

Ben

SAR 256

SAR 298 total

includes taxes & fees

15 Oct - 16 Oct

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

A sign for Keriaki Park Lodge with a view of palm trees and a sunset sky.

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

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

8. Kerikeri Park Lodge

17.1 km from Russell Christ Church

Clair

SAR 263

SAR 303 total

includes taxes & fees

16 Oct - 17 Oct

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

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

A coastal landscape with a small island, clear skies, and lush greenery.

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

9. Tarltons Lodge

3.7 km from Russell Christ Church

Simon

SAR 753

SAR 866 total

includes taxes & fees

7 Oct - 8 Oct

A covered outdoor area with a white wicker chair and table, a glass door leading to a bedroom, and a view of the outdoors.

A hotel room with a bed, a sofa, a bedside table, a lamp, and a view of the outside.

A swimming pool surrounded by lush greenery, with a wooden deck and a chair under a canopy.

A beach with a wooden fence, a tree with red flowers, and a clear blue sky.

10. Moon Gate Villa

17.1 km from Russell Christ Church

REX

SAR 826

SAR 950 total

includes taxes & fees

7 Oct - 8 Oct

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

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

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

A compact living space with a kitchenette, dining area, and a sofa.

11. Breakwater Motel

3.6 km from Russell Christ Church

Philip

SAR 338

SAR 393 total

includes taxes & fees

22 Oct - 23 Oct

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

A modern living room with a sofa, a dining table with chairs, a TV, and a large window with a view of greenery.

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

12. ASURE Admirals View Motel

3.7 km from Russell Christ Church

Gary and Helen

SAR 271

SAR 312 total

includes taxes & fees

22 Oct - 23 Oct

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

A balcony with a view of a calm body of water, a distant island, and a potted plant.

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.

13. Bayview Motel

3.6 km from Russell Christ Church

Erik

SAR 325

SAR 376 total

includes taxes & fees

17 Oct - 18 Oct

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

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

A modern living room with large windows, a red sofa, and a coffee table.

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

14. Stone Store Lodge

15.7 km from Russell Christ Church

Bronson

SAR 402

SAR 463 total

includes taxes & fees

10 Oct - 11 Oct

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

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

A hotel with a covered outdoor seating area, palm trees, and a well-lit entrance.

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

15. Stay Kerikeri Boutique Apartments and Studios

16.2 km from Russell Christ Church

Denis

SAR 413

SAR 478 total

includes taxes & fees

23 Oct - 24 Oct

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

A hotel room with a large bed, a desk, and a seating area with a view of the sea.

16. Anchorage Motel

3.5 km from Russell Christ Church

Wayne

SAR 342

SAR 395 total

includes taxes & fees

26 Oct - 27 Oct

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.

17. Ala Moana Motel

3.5 km from Russell Christ Church

Debbie

SAR 301

SAR 348 total

includes taxes & fees

7 Oct - 8 Oct

A balcony with a pool view, lounge chairs, and a table.

A beachfront hotel with a view of the ocean and a hill in the background.

A balcony with a table set for tea, overlooking a calm body of water and a distant island during sunset.

A modern living room with a sofa and armchair facing a large window overlooking a body of water.

18. Edgewater Palms Apartments

3.5 km from Russell Christ Church

Dana

SAR 510

SAR 592 total

includes taxes & fees

17 Oct - 18 Oct

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.

A compact living space with a kitchenette, two chairs, a small table, and a potted plant.

19. Opua Boutique Seaview Motel

5.7 km from Russell Christ Church

Gloria

SAR 282

SAR 327 total

includes taxes & fees

18 Oct - 19 Oct

A cozy outdoor dining area with wicker furniture, a wooden deck, and a view of lush greenery.

A room with a sofa, two chairs, a small table, and a TV.

A wooden cabin with a balcony, surrounded by lush greenery and a palm tree.

A modern kitchen with grey cabinets, a black countertop, and a built-in oven. There is a dining area with a black wicker chair and a table, and large windows with blinds.

20. Bay of Islands Holiday Apartments

4.3 km from Russell Christ Church

Varun

SAR 446

SAR 513 total

includes taxes & fees

7 Oct - 8 Oct

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Compare popular hotels close to Russell Christ Church

Property	Property class	Guest rating
Bellrock Lodge	10.0 Exceptional 129 reviews	View
The Duke of Marlborough Hotel	9.2 Wonderful 967 reviews	View
The Commodores Lodge	9.0 Wonderful 49 reviews	View
Russell - Orongo Bay Holiday Park	8.0 Very good 104 reviews	View
Bay of Islands Gateway Motel & Apartment	10.0 Exceptional 7 reviews	View

Top Russell Christ Church Hotel Reviews

The Gables - Stunning Waterfront Apartment

8/10 Good

"Very happy with the location, access, fit-out, spaciousness, cleanliness and interaction with our host. The fire was troublesome and the TV in the living room is a bit old and tiny, both matters are easy to fix. We really enjoyed our stay, as we did a few years ago."

The Duke of Marlborough Hotel

8/10 Good

"Helpful staff"

On the absolute waterfront of Kororareka Russell with magnificent views

10/10 Excellent

"Such a privilege to stay in one of Russell's iconic properties with a very affable and obliging host. Quiet, comfortable, spacious - delightful."

Heart of Russell Apartment - Russell Apartment

8/10 Good

"Great location. Very clean and tidy."

The Commodores Lodge

10/10 Excellent

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

Russell Hilltop Bach #1

10/10 Excellent

"Lovely place - actually better than the photos! Clean and comfortable."

The Captains Motel

8/10 Good

"Great location, friendly and helpful staff. Quite a few spiders and cobwebs in the room, just needed a dust"

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)."

The Sunshine House 🌞 Spacious & family friendly! 2 houses in 1!

8/10 Good

"Great place for a big family or group Very good facilities.. excellent hosts with great communication Close to township "

Other attractions near Russell Christ Church

A museum with a green roof, a blue entrance, and hanging flower baskets.

Russell Museum

8.6/10 (106 reviews)

You can spend time exploring the galleries in Russell Museum in Russell. Stroll along the beautiful beaches or visit the spas in the area.

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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)

If a restful vacation is part of your travel plans, Russell Beach might be the perfect place to seek out during your trip to Russell. While you're here, you can savor the top-notch restaurants.

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

Flagstaff Hill

9.2/10 (289 reviews)

Explore the great outdoors at Flagstaff Hill, a lovely green space in Russell. Amble around the area's beautiful beaches or seek out the local tours.

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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 Christ Church?

Russell Christ Church 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 place to stay near Russell Christ Church?

Adjacent to Russell Christ Church, 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 within a short distance include The Commodores Lodge and The Captains Motel.

How many hotels should I expect to find close to Russell Christ Church?

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

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

Yes! Most room reservations are refundable provided that you cancel before the accommodation's cancellation deadline, which is often 24 or 48 hours before your check-in date. If you booked a non-refundable reservation, it may still be possible to cancel it and be given a refund within a 24-hour period of your booking. Add dates, click "Search", then use the "fully refundable" filter to review the best deals near Russell Christ Church.

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

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What can I see and do near Russell Christ Church?

You'll want to browse the exhibits at Russell Museum and Pompallier Mission. Sights like Waitangi Treaty Grounds, Pompalier House, and Whare Runanga are must-sees while exploring the area. Consider spending a leisurely afternoon outside at Flagstaff Hill, Tapeka Point Historic Reserve, or Haruru Falls.

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Our top choices for Russell Christ Church hotels

1. Bellrock Lodge

2. The Duke of Marlborough Hotel

3. The Commodores Lodge

4. Russell - Orongo Bay Holiday Park

5. Bay of Islands Gateway Motel & Apartment

6. Kauri Park Motel

7. Rayya Suites, Paihia

8. Kerikeri Park Lodge

9. Tarltons Lodge

10. Moon Gate Villa

11. Breakwater Motel

12. ASURE Admirals View Motel

13. Bayview Motel

14. Stone Store Lodge

15. Stay Kerikeri Boutique Apartments and Studios

16. Anchorage Motel

17. Ala Moana Motel

18. Edgewater Palms Apartments

19. Opua Boutique Seaview Motel

20. Bay of Islands Holiday Apartments

Compare popular hotels close to Russell Christ Church

Top Russell Christ Church Hotel Reviews

The Gables - Stunning Waterfront Apartment

The Duke of Marlborough Hotel

On the absolute waterfront of Kororareka Russell with magnificent views

Heart of Russell Apartment - Russell Apartment

The Commodores Lodge

Russell Hilltop Bach #1

The Captains Motel

Bellrock Lodge

The Sunshine House 🌞 Spacious & family friendly! 2 houses in 1!

Other attractions near Russell Christ Church

Russell Museum

Russell Beach

Flagstaff Hill

Pompalier House

Pompallier Mission

Tapeka Point Historic Reserve

Frequently asked questions