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The Captains Motel

The Captains Motel

Russell
Check in 2:00 PM
Check out 10:00 AM
Bring your furry friend to a home away from home at The Captains Motel, where every tail wag is welcomed with open arms, you'll be near the beach, within a 5-minute walk of Bay of Islands and Russell Christ Church. This motel is 4 minutes walk to Russell Museum and 7 minutes walk to Pompallier Mission.

Enjoy hassle-free stays with air conditioning, daily housekeeping, a private bathroom with premium toiletries, in-room coffee & tea facilities, mini-refrigerator, complimentary high-speed WiFi and a 42-inch flat-screen TV, thoughtful room features designed to suit every guest. Conveniences include a full kitchen, an iron and ironing board and wheelchair-accessibility.

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Property Details

Enjoy recreation amenities such as an outdoor pool or take in the view from a garden. Additional features at this motel include complimentary wireless internet access, tour/ticket assistance, and a picnic area.

  • Number of outdoor pools - 1
  • Barbecue grill(s)
  • Smoke-free property
  • Picnic area
  • Garden
  • Wheelchair accessible
  • Laundry facilities
  • Tours/ticket assistance
  • Free self parking
  • Front desk (limited hours)
  • Free WiFi
  • Total number of rooms - 15

Check-in

Check-in is from 2:00 PM until 7:00 PM. Guests must be at least 21 to check-in.

The front desk is open daily from 8 AM - 7:00 PM. To make arrangements for check-in please contact the property at least 24 hours before arrival using the information on the booking confirmation. If you are planning to arrive after 7:00 PM please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation. Guests must contact the property in advance for check-in instructions. The front desk is staffed during limited hours. Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools.

  • 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
  • The name on the credit card used at check-in to pay for incidentals must be the primary name on the guestroom reservation
  • This property accepts major credit cards, debit cards, and cash
  • Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and a smoke detector

Other details

The front desk is staffed during limited hours. Free self parking is available onsite.

Distances are displayed to the nearest 0.1 mile and kilometer.
Bay of Islands - 0.2 km / 0.1 mi
Russell Christ Church - 0.3 km / 0.2 mi
Russell Museum - 0.3 km / 0.2 mi
Pompalier House - 0.5 km / 0.3 mi
Russell Beach - 0.6 km / 0.3 mi
Pompallier Mission - 0.6 km / 0.3 mi
Tapeka Point - 0.7 km / 0.4 mi
Lookout - 1.6 km / 1 mi
Long Beach - 1.6 km / 1 mi
Flagstaff Hill - 1.8 km / 1.1 mi
Tapeka Point Historic Reserve - 2.4 km / 1.5 mi
Paihia Wharf - 4 km / 2.5 mi
St Paul’s Church - 4.5 km / 2.8 mi
Paihia Beach - 4.5 km / 2.8 mi
Te Ti Bay - 4.6 km / 2.8 mi
The nearest airports are:
Kerikeri (KKE-Bay of Islands) - 37.5 km / 23.3 mi
Auckland Intl. Airport (AKL) - 250.6 km / 155.7 mi

Hotel policies

General

  • Professional property host/manager
  • No cribs (infant beds) available
  • Beach nearby
  • No elevators

Pets

  • Service animals are allowed
  • Service animals are exempt from fees/restrictions
  • Only dogs are allowed
  • Pets allowed

Location

16 Matauwhi Road, Russell, 202, New Zealand
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