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

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

A cozy lobby with leather furniture, a large shark decoration, and a television on the wall.

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

1. The Duke of Marlborough Hotel

Russell

Andrea

$77 nightly

$90 total

Oct 12 - Oct 13

Total with taxes and fees

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

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

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

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

2. Opua Boutique Seaview Motel

Opua

Gloria

$59 nightly

$68 total

Sep 28 - Sep 29

Total with taxes and fees

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 modern hotel room with a bed, a desk, a chair, a lamp, and a painting on the wall.

3. Bellrock Lodge

Russell

Lynda

$119 nightly

$138 total

Sep 28 - Sep 29

Total with taxes and fees

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 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.

4. Russell - Orongo Bay Holiday Park

Russell

Jade

$41 nightly

$48 total

Sep 28 - Sep 29

Total with taxes and fees

A clear pool surrounded by palm trees and rocks.

An outdoor seating area with white furniture and palm trees, set against a sunset sky.

An aerial view of a resort with multiple buildings, a marina with boats, and a large body of water.

An indoor area with a wooden ceiling, large windows, and a central plant.

5. Copthorne Hotel and Resort Bay of Islands

Waitangi

Alicia

$93 nightly

$107 total

Sep 28 - Sep 29

Total with taxes and fees

A lakeside seating area with tables and chairs under umbrellas, overlooking a calm lake with boats.

A waterfront dock with boats, a small building, and a tree.

A spacious kitchen with a white staircase leading to a loft bedroom.

A room with a large bay window overlooking a coastal area with boats and greenery.

6. Arcadia Lodge

Russell

Marcia

$166 nightly

$191 total

Oct 14 - Oct 15

Total with taxes and fees

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

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.

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

7. Rayya Suites, Paihia

Paihia

Ben

$48 nightly

$56 total

Oct 19 - Oct 20

Total with taxes and fees

A coastal resort with multiple bungalow-style buildings, a central building with a green roof, and a view of the sea and hills.

A hotel room with a bed, a desk with a lamp, a television, and a large window with curtains.

A hotel reception area with a wooden floor, a reception desk, and a large window offering a view of greenery outside.

A swimming pool with lounge chairs and umbrellas, surrounded by tropical plants and a building with a green roof.

8. Scenic Hotel Bay of Islands

Paihia

Leanne

$84 nightly

$98 total

Sep 30 - Oct 1

Total with taxes and fees

A modern hotel with a pool, outdoor seating, and a view of the surrounding landscape.

A restaurant with wicker chairs and wooden tables, overlooking a body of water.

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

A balcony with outdoor seating, a view of the sea, and palm trees.

9. Paihia Beach Resort & Spa Hotel

Paihia

John

$122 nightly

$144 total

Sep 28 - Sep 29

Total with taxes and fees

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

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

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.

10. Breakwater Motel

Paihia

Dorothy

$85 nightly

$100 total

Oct 20 - Oct 21

Total with taxes and fees

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

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

A living room with a sofa, a dining table with chairs, a TV mounted on the wall, and a large sliding glass door leading to an outdoor area with a pool and umbrellas.

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

11. The Commodores Lodge

Russell

Greg

$111 nightly

$127 total

Sep 28 - Sep 29

Total with taxes and fees

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

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

A compact kitchen with white cabinets, a black countertop, a window with a wooden fence view, a microwave, and a refrigerator.

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

12. Dolphin Motel

Paihia

SERENA

$59 nightly

$68 total

Sep 28 - Sep 29

Total with taxes and fees

A wooden table with a bottle of wine and a glass on a balcony overlooking a scenic view of a lake and mountains.

A bedroom with a large bed, a smaller bed, a window with a view, a wooden nightstand, and a wall-mounted light fixture.

A rectangular swimming pool with a clear blue water surface, surrounded by a concrete deck. There are lounge chairs and a blue umbrella providing shade. The pool area is adjacent to a modern building with large windows and a view of the sea.

A modern house with a swimming pool, surrounded by lush greenery and a view of a lake.

13. Aloha Seaview Resort Motel

Paihia

Hope -

$37 nightly

$43 total

Oct 12 - Oct 13

Total with taxes and fees

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

A bed with a white and blue blanket, pillows, and a blue throw. There are two bedside tables with lamps and storage baskets.

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

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

14. Bay of Islands Holiday Park

Haruru

Vicki

$59 nightly

$67 total

Oct 10 - Oct 11

Total with taxes and fees

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

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

A wooden cabin with a sloped roof, surrounded by lush greenery and large rocks.

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.

15. Bay of Islands Holiday Apartments

Paihia

Mandy

$87 nightly

$101 total

Sep 28 - Sep 29

Total with taxes and fees

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

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

16. Kingsgate Hotel Autolodge Paihia

Paihia

Margaret Cameron

$88 nightly

$101 total

Oct 4 - Oct 5

Total with taxes and fees

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

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

17. Bayview Motel

Paihia

Erik

$78 nightly

$92 total

Oct 12 - Oct 13

Total with taxes and fees

A marina with numerous boats docked, surrounded by lush greenery and a clear sky.

A hotel room with a bed, a sofa, a desk, a chair, a balcony with a view, and a ceiling fan.

A modern living room with a dark blue sofa, a wooden coffee table, and a wall-mounted bookshelf.

The exterior of Te Akau Roa restaurant and bar with a clear view of the bar area and a signboard listing the menu.

18. Quality Hotel Oceans Tutukaka

Tutukaka

Gareth

$128 nightly

$147 total

Sep 28 - Sep 29

Total with taxes and fees

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

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

A building with a covered entrance, steps, and a small garden area with various plants.

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

19. Bounty Motel

Paihia

Kevin

$49 nightly

$57 total

Oct 27 - Oct 28

Total with taxes and fees

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

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

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

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

20. Anchorage Motel

Paihia

TONY

$90 nightly

$105 total

Oct 27 - Oct 28

Total with taxes and fees

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Top Russell Forest Hotel Reviews

Rayya Suites, Paihia

10/10 Excellent

"Very good and if we were looking for accommodation in paihia again would certainly consider Only here one night and was comfortable"

The Duke of Marlborough Hotel

8/10 Good

"Helpful staff"

Sea Spray Suites

10/10 Excellent

"We loved having a separate living room with kitchen facilities."

Bounty Motel

10/10 Excellent

"Clean room, comfy bed and lovely staff. Very central to everything, have stayed before and will stay again."

Edelweiss Motel

8/10 Good

"Nice stay, not too far from town, staff were very welcoming, spa and pool were awesome. We'll worth what I paid."

Dolphin Motel

8/10 Good

"We enjoyed our stay very clean, quiet surroundings will definitely come back again."

Relax a Lodge

10/10 Excellent

"clean,kindness staff, pretty orange farm,"

Paihia Beach Resort & Spa Hotel

10/10 Excellent

"Plenty of room in studio.good balcony to view ocean and quite peaceful.restaurant was handy.just walk downstairs."

Kingsgate Hotel Autolodge Paihia

8/10 Good

"Location suite right on waterfront road"

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Rayya Suites, Paihia

18 Kings Rd Paihia Northland Region

$48 nightly

$56 total

Oct 19 - Oct 20

Total with taxes and fees

9.6/10 Exceptional! (71 reviews)

Dolphin Motel

69 Williams Road Paihia

$59 nightly

$68 total

Sep 28 - Sep 29

Total with taxes and fees

8.6/10 Excellent! (760 reviews)

The Commodores Lodge

The Strand Russell

$111 nightly

$127 total

Sep 28 - Sep 29

Total with taxes and fees

9/10 Wonderful! (49 reviews)

Austria Motel

36 Selwyn Rd Paihia

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Paihia Waterfront 1 Bedroom Apt & Pool

98 Marsden Rd Paihia Northland

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Paihia Beach 3 Bedroom Apartment

82 Marsden Rd Paihia Northland

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Frequently asked questions

What is the best area to stay in Russell Forest?

The best area to stay in Russell Forest is within the town of Russell itself, particularly along the waterfront and the streets immediately behind it.Russell is a small, historic town situated on the Omata River, offering a relaxed pace and scenic views. The waterfront area is the central point, featuring a charming main street with cafes, restaurants, and local shops. You'll find the Russell Museum and Christ Church, New Zealand's oldest surviving church, within easy walking distance. The town is compact and easy to navigate on foot.Couples will find Russell an ideal retreat. The town provides a peaceful setting for strolls along the waterfront, enjoying meals with harbor views, and exploring the historic sites. Many accommodations offer beautiful outlooks over the water, superb for a romantic getaway.For travelers looking for a blend of history and convenience, staying in Russell allows for easy access to ferries connecting to Paihia and Waitangi, making day trips straightforward.

Can I cancel my hotel reservation on Expedia?

You can cancel your hotel reservation on Expedia, though it depends on the cancellation policy of your booking. Most bookings are refundable if canceled within 24-48 hours of the scheduled arrival. Be sure to check your booking confirmation for the exact cancellation policy. If free cancellation is available, you can cancel directly through your Expedia account by logging in, going to "My Trips", and selecting your reservation. To find flexible deals, filter your search by "Fully refundable property" for hotels in Russell Forest.

How much is the nightly rate at a Russell Forest hotel?

Prices for hotels in Russell Forest often vary, but you can find a great deal from $40 on Expedia. All sorts of factors affect price, such as the time of year or the days of the week you choose for your stay. Find the best deals by being flexible with your dates, and sort search results by "Price: low to high" for the cheapest rate.

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Our top choices for Russell Forest hotels

1. The Duke of Marlborough Hotel

2. Opua Boutique Seaview Motel

3. Bellrock Lodge

4. Russell - Orongo Bay Holiday Park

5. Copthorne Hotel and Resort Bay of Islands

6. Arcadia Lodge

7. Rayya Suites, Paihia

8. Scenic Hotel Bay of Islands

9. Paihia Beach Resort & Spa Hotel

10. Breakwater Motel

11. The Commodores Lodge

12. Dolphin Motel

13. Aloha Seaview Resort Motel

14. Bay of Islands Holiday Park

15. Bay of Islands Holiday Apartments

16. Kingsgate Hotel Autolodge Paihia

17. Bayview Motel

18. Quality Hotel Oceans Tutukaka

19. Bounty Motel

20. Anchorage Motel

Top Russell Forest Hotel Reviews

Rayya Suites, Paihia

The Duke of Marlborough Hotel

Sea Spray Suites

Bounty Motel

Edelweiss Motel

Dolphin Motel

Relax a Lodge

Paihia Beach Resort & Spa Hotel

Kingsgate Hotel Autolodge Paihia

More cheap stays in Russell Forest

Rayya Suites, Paihia

Dolphin Motel

The Commodores Lodge

Austria Motel

Paihia Waterfront 1 Bedroom Apt & Pool

Paihia Beach 3 Bedroom Apartment

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