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8.4

76 reviews

The Captains Motel

The Captains Motel

16 Matauwhi Road , Russell, 0202, New Zealand

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Pet Friendly

Outdoor swimming pool

Free Private Parking

Free wifi

Parking On Site

Terrace

Kitchen

Non-smoking rooms

The Captains Motel

Discover The Captains Motel, a 3-star retreat in Russell, New Zealand, located 0.3mi from the city center. The address is 16 Matauwhi Road, offering easy access to local sights.

Amenities include Pet Friendly (free), Outdoor swimming pool (free), Private Parking (free), Wifi (free), and Parking On Site (free). Other features include a Terrace, Kitchen, Non-smoking rooms, Wheelchair accessible areas, Beach umbrellas (free), Garden view, Kitchenware, Picnic area, and a Garden.

With 76 reviews, travelers often note the convenient location and practical comforts.

Set in the harbor town of Russell, The Captains Motel offers a breezy base with practical comforts after a day of exploring. An outdoor saltwater pool awaits year-round, featuring a shallow end and an adults-only policy for a relaxed, low-key splash. Pets are welcome at no extra charge, making it easy to bring along four-legged travel companions.

The grounds invite outdoor enjoyment with a terrace and garden views, plus handy touches for sun-filled days: beach umbrellas and a picnic area. Inside, a kitchen and kitchenware are available, and non-smoking rooms keep the atmosphere fresh and comfortable throughout the stay.

On-site conveniences include free private parking and free Wi-Fi. Cash is not accepted, with American Express, Mastercard, Visa, Bankcard, and EFTPOS as accepted payment methods. Room choices span Studio, Deluxe, Family, and Apartment styles, including a Family room that accommodates up to 4 adults with 2 twin beds and 1 queen bed, as well as other apartment options for varying group sizes.

Closest airports

Kerikeri Airport

12mi

Whangarei Airport

37.3mi

Most popular amenities

Pet Friendly

Outdoor swimming pool

Free Private Parking

Free wifi

Parking On Site

Terrace

Kitchen

Non-smoking rooms

Wheelchair accessible

Beach umbrellas

Garden view

Kitchenware

Picnic area

Garden

Rooms

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Apartment, 2 Bedroom

1 King Size Bed

1 Queen Size Bed

430 sqft

Kitchen

Kitchenette

Microwave

Flat-screen TV

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This 2-bedroom apartment features an open-plan lounge and dining area with table and chairs. There is a separate bathroom with a shower. Guests can enjoy the TV. A kitchenette is featured. There is 1 king-size bed or 2 singles on request in 1 bedroom. The other bedroom features a queen-size bed.

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Studio, Queen Size

1 Queen Size Bed

195 sqft

Microwave

Flat-screen TV

Refrigerator

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Located on the ground level, this studio opens onto a garden courtyard and has a small sofa, table and chairs, mini refrigerator, toaster, and a private bathroom with shower.

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Family Apartment, 2 Bedroom

430 sqft

Kitchen

Kitchenette

Microwave

Flat-screen TV

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This spacious apartment includes a fully equipped kitchen and separate lounge area.

Family Room in The Captains Motel

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Family

2 Twin Beds

1 Queen Size Bed

485 sqft

Kitchen

Private Bathroom

Kitchenware

Microwave

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Deluxe Family Room in The Captains Motel

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Deluxe Family

2 Twin Beds

1 King Size Bed

430 sqft

Garden view

Kitchen

Private Bathroom

Kitchenware

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Double Room in The Captains Motel

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Double Room

1 Queen Size Bed

390 sqft

Garden view

Kitchen

Private Bathroom

Kitchenware

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Double Room with Garden View in The Captains Motel

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Room - 2 King, Garden View

2 King Size Beds

430 sqft

Garden view

Kitchen

Private Bathroom

Kitchenware

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Deluxe King Room in The Captains Motel

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Deluxe

1 Queen Size Bed

390 sqft

Garden view

Kitchen

Private Bathroom

Kitchenware

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King Room - Disability Access in The Captains Motel

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King Room, Accessible

1 Twin Bed

1 Queen Size Bed

430 sqft

Garden view

Kitchen

Private Bathroom

Kitchenware

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King Studio in The Captains Motel

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Studio, King Size

1 Queen Size Bed

250 sqft

Garden view

Kitchen

Private Bathroom

Kitchenware

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Deluxe King Studio in The Captains Motel

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Deluxe Studio, King Size

1 King Size Bed

250 sqft

Garden view

Kitchen

Private Bathroom

Kitchenware

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Apartment, 1 Bedroom

325 sqft

Kitchen

Kitchenette

Balcony

Microwave

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This apartment includes a fully equipped kitchen and a separate lounge area.

Guest reviews

8.4

76 reviews

Categories of assessments

Cleanliness

Comfort

Location

Facilities

Staff

Value for money

WiFi quality

Featured reviews:

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Tanya

8.2

January 2025

The Manager - Tristan is amazing he checks on you ensures that you have everything you need and helped my sister in law and i unload the car. The place has been renovated and is amazing clean and tidy

As we stayed in the suite that is for those with mobility issues the one thing we struggled with is the couch as it is far too low. It needs extra height under the squabs. The shower is lacking pressure however it did the job

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Mary

9.1

January 2025

The room & facilities were very well planned. Plenty of space & cooking facilities for two people. Large comfortable bed with lovely crisp linen. Lovely little ‘Table & chairs’ area in room for dining. We were very happy with the facilities offered with this motel & would absolutely recommend it. Short distance from the lovely, cute town of Russell ( either walking or driving).

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Patricia

10

February 2025

Tristan is the host with the most. We were pampered and made to feel at home. The property is beautiful. The swimming pool was just right. The laundry had everything you needed. The bed was so comfortable. Great shower with excellent water pressure.

There was nothing to dislike.

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Justine

9.1

October 2024

Was a fantastic place with a beautiful non chlorinated pool and brand new decks, out door tables. All the beds and linen was brand-new. Tristan, the manager was lovely and very accommodating. Only two minutes walk to the historic Chuch, and four minutes to the waterfront highly recommend

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Jeanette

9.1

April 2025

The property is easy to find, a short walk into Russell town centre, and is very clean and tidy, with a friendly, helpful Manager.

So close to the main road, it was too noisy to keep windows open - so an air conditioning unit would have been appreciated.

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Casey

10

July 2025

Captains Motel is amazing! All of it. The host. The cleanliness. Comfort. Atmosphere... very well stocked with supplies & condiments. Kitchen is well set up with everything you need! Super comfy beds. All modern & fresh. We will be back!

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Fiona

9.1

April 2024

Lovely motel right in the heart of Russell. All mod cons provided. An added bonus was we were able to bring our dog at no extra cost.

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Lew

9.1

September 2024

Location was perfect and so is the staff

The shower roses are very old and have little pressure. The single bedrooms with 2 beds have not power points next to the bed so nowhere to charge phones etc

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Russ

9.1

February 2025

Tristan was very welcoming. Place is recently renovated, very clean and modern. Didn't use the wifi so cant comment on that. Location is very good, a 5 minute walk into the town centre.

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Paris

9.1

January 2025

Lovely hotel friendly management car parking on site good comfortable bed & pillows nice pool easy walk into town room was lovely and clean.

No air con in room but fan worked ok

Points of Interest Around The Captains Motel

Attractions

Pompallier Mission and Printery (Pompallier House)

0.2mi

Waitangi

3.6mi

Haruru Falls

4.2mi

Bay of Islands Cruise Port (Waitangi Wharf)

6mi

Stone Store

9.7mi

Kerikeri

10.2mi

Cape Brett and Hole in the Rock

13.9mi

Puketi Forest (Puketi Kauri Forest)

22.5mi

Whangaroa Harbour

25.7mi

Pools

Location

  • Outdoor

Features

  • Salt water
  • Shallow end

Age restrictions

  • Adults only

Availability

  • All season

Amenities of The Captains Motel

Pet Friendly

Outdoor swimming pool

Free Private Parking

Free wifi

Parking On Site

Terrace

Kitchen

Non-smoking rooms

Wheelchair accessible

Beach umbrellas

Garden view

Kitchenware

Picnic area

Garden

Stay rules - The Captains Motel

  • Check-in / Check-out

  • Pets

  • Internet

  • Age restrictions

  • Parking

  • Children and beds

  • Cards accepted at this property