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Duke Of Marlborough Hotel

Northland Region · New Zealand

35 The StrandView location

9.2/10Excellent974 Reviews
Cleanliness9.4/109.4
Service9.2/109.2
Comfort8.6/108.6
Condition9.0/109.0
Location10.0/1010.0
Neighborhood9.6/109.6
Value8.8/108.8
Amenities9.2/109.2
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About Duke Of Marlborough Hotel

The Duke of Marlborough Hotel, a luxurious colonial waterfront hotel in Russell, offers stunning views of the Bay of Islands. Enjoy amenities such as a fitness center, a beachfront restaurant with alfresco dining, and 2 meeting rooms.

The 38 guestrooms feature modern conveniences, including refrigerators, iPod docking stations, and plasma televisions. Free Wi-Fi and parking are available. Steps from Russell Beach and a short walk from the Russell Museum, this hotel is perfectly located for exploring the area.

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When you stay at The Duke of Marlborough Hotel in Russell, you'll be on the waterfront, just steps from Russell Beach and 4 minutes by foot from Russell Museum. This luxury hotel is 0.2 mi (0.4 km) from Tapeka Point and 0.5 mi (0.7 km) from Russell Christ Church.

Make yourself at home in one of the 38 guestrooms featuring refrigerators and plasma televisions. Complimentary wireless internet access keeps you connected, and satellite programming is available for your entertainment. Private bathrooms have complimentary toiletries and hair dryers. Conveniences include phones, as well as electric kettles and irons/ironing boards.

Featured amenities include a 24-hour front desk, a safe deposit box at the front desk, and an elevator. This hotel has 2 meeting rooms available for events. Free self parking is available onsite.

Popular amenities

Free WiFi
Parking available
Concierge
Gym
Entertainment
Non-smoking
Business facilities
Banquet facilities
Accessible facilities

Check-in and check-out

Check-in from 3:00 PM
Check-in until 9:00 PM
Check-out until 10:00 AM
Minimum check-in age 18

Hotel policies

Beach nearby Qualmark Sustainable Tourism Business Award Noise-free rooms not guaranteed LGBTQIA+ friendly Professional property host/manager Pets not allowed

Cleaning and safety

Essential Travel
Essential workers only - NO

Important information

  • You need to know
    • Children stay free when occupying the parent or guardian's room, using existing bedding.
    • Only registered guests are allowed in the guestrooms.
    • Some facilities may have restricted access. Guests can contact the property for details using the contact information on the booking confirmation.
    • This property welcomes guests of all sexual orientations and gender identities (LGBTQ+ friendly).
  • Special Instructions
    If you are planning to arrive after 9:00 PM please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation. Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property. Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools.
  • Instructions
    • 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
    • Guests must contact this property in advance to reserve high chair
    • This property accepts credit cards, debit cards, and cash
    • This property reserves the right to pre-authorize the guest's credit card prior to arrival.
    • Noise-free guestrooms cannot be guaranteed
    • Safety features at this property include a smoke detector
    • 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
    • Property Registration Number 9429042359616
  • Minimal age
    18
  • Optional fees
    • Rollaway bed fee: NZD 50.0 per day
    • Credit card charges are subject to a surcharge of 2.45 percent

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

  • Spoken Language

    English

Nearby attractions

Bay of Islands 0.1 km / 0.1 mi
Russell Beach 0.1 km / 0.1 mi
Pompalier House 0.1 km / 0.1 mi
Russell Museum 0.3 km / 0.2 mi
Russell Christ Church 0.3 km / 0.2 mi
Tapeka Point 0.4 km / 0.2 mi
Pompallier Mission 0.4 km / 0.3 mi
Flagstaff Hill 0.9 km / 0.6 mi
Long Beach 1.4 km / 0.9 mi
Tapeka Point Historic Reserve 1.9 km / 1.2 mi
Paihia Wharf 3.5 km / 2.2 mi
Bay of Islands Kayaking 3.9 km / 2.4 mi
Paihia Mountain Bike Rentals 3.9 km / 2.4 mi
St Paul’s Church 4 km / 2.5 mi
Te Ti Beach 4 km / 2.5 mi

Hotel facilities & services

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  • Total number of rooms: 38
  • hotel
  • Beach
  • Wheelchair-accessible
  • Car park
  • 24-hour reception
  • Check-in hour
  • Check-out hour
  • Wi-fi
  • Car hireExtra charge
  • Secure parking
  • Valet parkingExtra charge
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  • Airport ShuttleExtra charge
  • Room serviceExtra charge
  • Laundry service
  • LaunderetteExtra charge
  • Babysitting service
  • 24-hour securityExtra charge
  • Bellboy serviceExtra charge
  • FireplaceExtra charge
  • Hotel safe
  • Currency exchange facilitiesExtra charge
  • Lift access
  • Garden
  • Gym
  • Luggage room
  • Clothes dryer
  • BBQ facilities
  • Bar
  • Restaurant
  • Smoking areaExtra charge
  • Highchairs
  • Poolside snack barExtra charge
  • Banquet hall
  • Meeting room
  • Business centre
  • CasinoExtra charge
  • NightclubExtra charge
  • Breakfast
  • Non-smoking establishment
  • Minimum check-in age: 18
  • DivingExtra charge
  • Fitness
  • GolfExtra charge
  • Tennis
  • Golf practice facilityExtra charge
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  • DOUBLE ECONOMYDOUBLE • ECONOMYDBL.EY

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  • DOUBLE PREMIUM SEA VIEWDOUBLE • PREMIUM SEA VIEWDBL.PI-VM

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  • Double or Twin DELUXEDouble or Twin • DELUXEDBT.DX

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  • DOUBLE QUEEN SIZE BEDDOUBLE • QUEEN SIZE BEDDBL.QN

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  • DOUBLE CLASSIC QUEEN BEDDOUBLE • CLASSIC QUEEN BEDDBL.AS-QN

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  • DOUBLE SUPERIOR QUEEN BEDDOUBLE • SUPERIOR QUEEN BEDDBL.QN-SU

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  • APARTMENT QUEEN SIZE BEDAPARTMENT • QUEEN SIZE BEDAPT.QN

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  • APARTMENT SEA VIEWAPARTMENT • SEA VIEWAPT.VM

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  • TRIPLE SUPERIORTRIPLE • SUPERIORTPL.SU

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  • DOUBLE SEA VIEW KING BEDDOUBLE • SEA VIEW KING BEDDBL.KG-VM

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    DOUBLE SEA VIEW KING BED

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  • DOUBLE CLASSIC KING BEDDOUBLE • CLASSIC KING BEDDBL.AS-KG

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  • DOUBLE STANDARDDOUBLE • STANDARDDBL.ST

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  • DOUBLE KING SIZE BEDDOUBLE • KING SIZE BEDDBL.KG

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  • DOUBLE SUPERIOR KING BEDDOUBLE • SUPERIOR KING BEDDBL.KG-SU

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Guest reviews

What other guests saying about Duke Of Marlborough Hotel

9.2
Excellent
974 Reviews
Cleanliness
9.4 /10
Service
9.2 /10
Comfort
8.6 /10
Condition
9.0 /10
Location
10.0 /10
Neighborhood
9.6 /10
Value
8.8 /10
Amenities
9.2 /10
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10/10
Exceptional
01 Aug 2026
Lynda
Great place to stay. Amazing service all around. Location is fantastic
10/10
Exceptional
26 Jul 2026
Wayne
Always a pleasure staying at the Duke
10/10
Exceptional
26 Jul 2026
Debbie
We love the history attached to the hotel, and Russell is one of our favourite places. We really enjoy every time we stay at the Duke of Marlborough. The rooms are gorgeous and comfortable, the staff are friendly and there is a lot to do in the area.
We look forward to our next stay here.
8/10
Excellent
23 Jul 2026
Samantha
Enjoyed the balcony at the rear. Out of the prevailing wind off the sea, enjoying the morning sunshine while drinking tea above the morning village activities. Very restful.
10/10
Exceptional
21 Jul 2026
Ana
Always an absolute pleasure to stay at The Duke!
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10/10
Exceptional
13 Jul 2026
Michele
We have stayed at the duke at least 5 times and always love it. This time we had a really lovely room bigger than we have had before which was great. The hotel has been kept in keeping with the style which I think makes it unique. Highly recommend a stay.
Partner
10/10
Exceptional
12 Jul 2026
VINCE
Rooms were very nice the staff were very friendly and helpful. Breakfast was great.
Friends
10/10
Exceptional
12 Jul 2026
Andrew
Always love staying at the Duke …..
Partner
10/10
Exceptional
05 Jul 2026
Donna and Kevin
location
Friends
8/10
Excellent
01 Jul 2026
Gwen
Firstly we were upgraded which was appreciated , but unfortunately the heat pump didn’t work and it was freezing , eventually a heater was found ,but then the shower drain was blocked and the bathroom flooded into the bedroom , however staff were super quick to come and unblock the drain and mop up the mess.
Partner
10/10
Exceptional
14 Jun 2026
Sheryl
Our 60th WA. The room was lovely. The staff especially Thomas in front house reception. A delightful and helpful young man.
Richard our waiter was great and a fun sense of humour. The meal was fantastic. And the lovely waitress who brought us 2 glasses of complementary bubbles
We had a wonderful weekend

Thank you
Partner
10/10
Exceptional
13 Jun 2026
Mirjana
Great location, historic hotel with character and charm, great staff very helpful
Partner
10/10
Exceptional
10 Jun 2026
Brian
Just wonderful. Food was excellent but deserts need work.
Partner
10/10
Exceptional
06 Jun 2026
Sara
Loved our room (123), very comfortable and beautiful interior decorations and furnishings.
Family
8/10
Excellent
05 Jun 2026
Jennifer
An historic hotel in a beautiful part of New Zealand. Clean, comfortable room. Did it eat evening meals in dining room, exceedingly noisy group and dishes expensive and focused too much on seafood. Very good location though, on harbour front and very easy walking distance to tourist attractions and reasonable cafes.
Family
8/10
Excellent
03 Jun 2026
Kaye
Views and aspect with water right n front was great. Room very spacious. The bathroom extractor fan not working maybe for some time as small patch of mould on wall by ceiling. Ambience and heritage aspect was excellent. Food very good rather unfortunate incident where there was a piece of broken ceramic in the tempura batter on eggplant which otherwise was delicious. Staff responded well and must apologitic. Overall 4/5. Would stay again
Partner
8/10
Excellent
01 Jun 2026
Martin
Mould on our ceiling. TV difficult/slow to operate.
No opening window in our room-however did get the sorted. Really needs a couple of handles on the sash window to get it to slide up.
Partner
10/10
Exceptional
27 May 2026
kamla
Excellent location. Friendly staff. Clean and tidy room and comfortable bed. Very pleased. Thank you. Kamla
Friends
6/10
Pleasant
26 May 2026
Shelley
The room was noisy. The desk staff was great but the cleaning people were rude and noisy. I have few chances to rest in my regular life and the cleaning crew made so much noise in the hallway I was unable to sleep in. The rooms themselves are badly insulated, more authenitically old than 4-5 star quality that is claimed.
Family
10/10
Exceptional
26 May 2026
Marie
Room was clean and tidy, the staff very helpful, the beach view was not seen from our side room, the parking was close to hotel for easy access.
Family
10/10
Exceptional
23 May 2026
Sandi
The location was great, the staff were friendly and professional, and the room was very clean and tidy.
Partner
10/10
Exceptional
20 May 2026
Karen
Pretty little room with an historic feel. Comfortable bed (once i asked for and received a thinner pillow), quiet and dark at night, good parking, wifi, and walkable location. Appreciated the elevator.
Partner
6/10
Pleasant
16 May 2026
Annette
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Friends
6/10
Pleasant
11 May 2026
Karen
Large trees blocked some of the beach.
Parking was good
Partner
10/10
Exceptional
10 May 2026
Cherry
This beautifully restored historic hotel occupies pride of place on the Russell foreshore. It’s charming, and convenient to all the Russell shops and cafes.
Partner
10/10
Exceptional
09 May 2026
Adrian
Staff allowed a very early checkin which was great. Russell is always a nice weekend away and staying at the Duke makes it brilliant.
Cannot failt our room with balcony either.
Partner
10/10
Exceptional
04 May 2026
D H
What a gorgeous place to stay..a very unique and boutique hotel and a real feeling of the history of this place. Beautiful decorations... very sweet comfortable room... and then how lovely stepping out of the hotel literally onto the beach! The meals in the restaurant were superb -with great attention to detail and using locally sourced fresh ingredients and flavours of Aotearoa.
I enjoyed a tasting flight of lovely local wine
Staff were all very genuine and friendly. I can't wait to book again with friends and family
Self
8/10
Excellent
23 Apr 2026
Gregory
Very nice. We were in the newer section in the back - the space worked for us. Overall the hotel is fine - we ate dinner there once. Sat on the porch which was a little cold - they have plastic curtains to close it off (to a degree) and radiant heaters. Seems like they were a bit light on staffing - saw only 2 waitstaff - so they had a hard time keeping up. We were there at the end of the season (mid April) so I need to cut them some slack.

Russell is nice and peaceful, but quite small. Stayed for 3 nights which was probably one night too long.
Partner
8/10
Excellent
14 Apr 2026
Christopher
I lovely historic hotel, oozing grandeur, in a wonderful waterfront location. Ornate and colourful public rooms. No on-site parking, but in a separate car park one street away. Bit of an ordeal to get your luggage and stuff from the car to your room.
For classic room Read very small, no frills, no windows or views, but opens to a nice shared interior balcony area. The room was clean with all amenities.
More a walk back through history experience than a luxury stay.
Partner
10/10
Exceptional
13 Apr 2026
Nada
Loved it.
10/10
Exceptional
08 Apr 2026
Victoria
Quiet location, walking distance to restaurants
Partner
10/10
Exceptional
23 Mar 2026
Joel
Clean room, helpful staff and beautiful surroundings
Partner
10/10
Exceptional
19 Mar 2026
Kim
The room smelt of mildew. A fan would be useful…….but overall an excellent location and stay. We loved the character and beauty of the area.
Partner
10/10
Exceptional
16 Mar 2026
Ramon
Exceptional historical hotel, brought to the modern era of amenities.
10/10
Exceptional
07 Mar 2026
Ramachandra
The location was excellent
Family
10/10
Exceptional
28 Feb 2026
Allan
Great food, historic building and interesting art throughout, beautiful setting , a romantic location
10/10
Exceptional
26 Feb 2026
John
We stayed in the one of the rooms facing the bay with a balcony. The view was wonderful - morning coffee on the balcony was special. The room itself was spotless and well appointed for our stay - a couple. Our interactions with staff were always professional and friendly. We also enjoyed a wonderful dinner on the deck as well as breakfast on one morning. We would certainly recommend staying at this location.
Partner
10/10
Exceptional
17 Feb 2026
Wendy
The room was amazingly clean.
Fantastic location 👏
Partner
10/10
Exceptional
12 Feb 2026
Renee
While the room is small, we enjoyed it’s cozy charm. Every space in the hotel – – including our room – – was clean and the service was A+. The only flaw was with our dinner one night. We were celebrating my birthday and the table placement was disappointing. But the food was fabulous and we met people at the next table that were fun to visit with. So all is well. Maybe it was meant to be. Really enjoyed this hotel and highly recommend it.
Leisure
10/10
Exceptional
12 Feb 2026
Neil
Excellent room, friendly staff, convei
8/10
Excellent
11 Feb 2026
Dan
Very friendly reception team.
10/10
Exceptional
10 Feb 2026
Bruce
Beautifully renovated building, great staff, overall a 5* experience
Leisure Family
8/10
Excellent
08 Feb 2026
Katie
A very pleasant one night stay.
Partner
10/10
Exceptional
08 Feb 2026
Tasi
Pleasantly surprised as we booked the small room type. Room was a bigger than I was expecting. Loved all the furnishings and very comfortable bed. The shower was small but functional. Lovely bathroom. Staff were all very friendly and helpful too. Would definitely stay again.
Leisure Partner
10/10
Exceptional
02 Feb 2026
Nick
Friendly staff with high standards for customer service, clean and tidy room.
10/10
Exceptional
31 Jan 2026
John
The place is just amazing. Great location. Great people, great food
10/10
Exceptional
30 Jan 2026
Brendan
I’ve always wanted to stay at the Duke and very pleased I now have! Superb location and lovely room. Excellent restaurant.
Leisure Partner
10/10
Exceptional
27 Jan 2026
JP
Location was fabulous with great views over the bay a lovely ambiance. Staff were really friendly.
Partner
10/10
Exceptional
23 Jan 2026
Jackie
Clean room. Cute hotel. Great location
10/10
Exceptional
19 Jan 2026
Michele
The room was lovely. We had a nice view of the ocean. The water pressure in the shower was excellent. The air conditioning worked really well. The hotel is perfectly situated on the water with many local restaurants nearby. It's a nice, quiet place to have a break.
Leisure Partner
10/10
Exceptional
15 Jan 2026
Eveline
Great historical location, friendly staff
Leisure Partner
10/10
Exceptional
14 Jan 2026
David
Very good stay
10/10
Exceptional
13 Jan 2026
Simon
Yes
Partner
10/10
Exceptional
10 Jan 2026
Kunal Sunil
Location is superb
Friends_and_family Family
10/10
Exceptional
09 Jan 2026
Jane

Hotel was beautiful and very memorable. Staff great. Wonderful birthday celebration with family.
Leisure Family
10/10
Exceptional
23 Dec 2025
Jennifer
Our hotel room was immaculate, spacious and comfortable and it was enhanced by a balcony overlooking the harbour.
Partner
8/10
Excellent
21 Dec 2025
Catherine
To see beach you had to look around the corner of the window. Our view was actually neighbouring properties roof. But room was clean, comfortable and we still enjoyed our stay.
Leisure Partner
10/10
Exceptional
18 Dec 2025
Len
Staff was great, and bungalow we stayed in was lovely. Adjacent to hotel, room had jetted tub with shower plus kitchenette. Water front view was lively albeit 5 minute parking space in front for checkin sometimes had cars blocking our view. The restaurant dinner for sunset was lovely and food was excellent.
8/10
Excellent
17 Dec 2025
Brian
Staff courteous and friendly Room clean/ appreciated room made up during 2night stay
Leisure Partner
10/10
Exceptional
12 Dec 2025
Leah
Excellent large room right on the waterfront. Clean, fresh, light, in the centre of town. Comfy bed and nice sheets.
Business_and_leisure Partner
4/10
Poor
12 Dec 2025
Stuart
Room was not serviced properly in advance of our booking in. We found an article of clothing belinging to the previous guest - handed it in at reception and received an apology. Said they would speak to the clesning staff. There was a sickening stench of rotten fish in our part of the hotel from the time we arrived until we left 2 days later. When we advised reception of this they again apologised and advised that they had received several other complaints regarding the same thing. No update was given and the smell was hard to tolerate either in our room or sitting out on the balcony. Hotel seems to be run for the convenience of the staff and not the comfort of the guests. Patronising waitress at lunchtime on the verandah. Having one menu is advertised as a good thing when in fact if staying a couple of days it means a lack of choice. Breakfast staff were freindly and attentive but scrambled eggs were watery and 'toast' was fried bread which was very greasy. We had booked to stsy fir a special occasion but were very disappointed overall. Would not recommend this hotel for a stay of more than one night.
Leisure Partner
10/10
Exceptional
12 Dec 2025
Brian
All good, hotel and room fantastic
Leisure Partner
10/10
Exceptional
11 Dec 2025
carrie
Clean quiet and comfortable. Loved having a balcony and we enjoyed our meals at the restaurant. We love this area amd this hotel.
Leisure Partner
6/10
Pleasant
10 Dec 2025
julia
The mattress was pasr its use by date
Not much support, saggy snd very soft
Partner
2/10
Poor
10 Dec 2025
denis
We had a cosy room which was stuffy but the windows could not be opened. When we complained it was dismissed and ignored.
Leisure
10/10
Exceptional
09 Dec 2025
ROBERT
Lovely room in a handy location, perfect for my needs
8/10
Excellent
02 Dec 2025
Glenys
Loved the historical presence of this beautiful hotel. Attention to detail with the furnishings was outstanding.
We had room 2 on the ground floor. We found the bathroom was beautifully presented but not terribly functional. Nowhere to put dry clothes except the top of the toilet. The whole floor got wet when showering, even with the shower curtain closed. I know this bathroom is probably for someone disabled but they still need somewhere to put dry clothing. If the room is for a disabled person, not sure how they can get round the bed comfortably.
Air-conditioning was so loud at night, i had to keep getting up to turn it off so i could get some sleep and then back on because the room got so hot.
Leisure Partner
10/10
Exceptional
29 Nov 2025
Michele
A truly unique hotel from another era!
Leisure Partner
10/10
Exceptional
28 Nov 2025
Anthony
Nice stay Have the internal rooms with shared courtyard may need a rethink. We had trouble sleeping as other guests were out in the courtyard till late having a chat
Leisure Partner
8/10
Excellent
27 Nov 2025
Michael
Bit like living in a piece of history far better than modern hotels.
Room was good and also a small seating area outside for us to enjoy.
Used the restaurant and it's easy to see why it's popular, nice food
Leisure Partner
10/10
Exceptional
26 Nov 2025
Neville
Room very clean. Hotel in a great position to restaurants, shops and the harbour. Staff very helpful.
10/10
Exceptional
22 Nov 2025
Kerry
Beautiful historic hotel in a charming old former whaling port. Clean and comfortable rooms. We had a large patio and jettted tub. Great restaurant downstairs!! Friendly staff! Would love to stay here again!
Leisure Family
8/10
Excellent
21 Nov 2025
Anke
TV reception was a little problematic.
Slept well the first 2 nights but the last night had a lot of corridor noise from a party of travelers.
8/10
Excellent
18 Nov 2025
Sue
The views from the front bedrooms of the property are stunning.Food is excellent with good selection.Parking is good although it is at the back,of the property,across the road.However it seems to be secure.
Overall we had a wonderful stay at the Duke of Marlborough.
Leisure Partner
10/10
Exceptional
16 Nov 2025
Barbro
Lovely place and an excellent restaurant
Partner
10/10
Exceptional
14 Nov 2025
Mark
A lovely hotel with friendly and helpful staff. Our room was very comfortable and good value.
Leisure Partner
8/10
Excellent
07 Nov 2025
Robert
Amenities
10/10
Exceptional
07 Nov 2025
Tony
Such a wonderful experience. From the staff to the customer service, the exceptional food, and the comfortable rooms. Charming experience. Thank you, Richard, for the outstanding service, and hats off to the chef.
Leisure Family
8/10
Excellent
06 Nov 2025
Roy
Our room did not have a view at all. I am sure it was different to what we booked but it was a nice room.
Partner
10/10
Exceptional
06 Nov 2025
Ian
We loved our stay at this wonderful establishment
Friends_and_family Friends
8/10
Excellent
31 Oct 2025
Paul
This is an old, elegant hotel with dated furnishings, at least in my room. Parking was across the street and down a lane to behind a building. Not at all convenient. The only convenient access to the area the hotel is in is by car ferry, which costs NZD 18.50 each direction. The harbor view was partially blocked by a large tree from my room. The neighborhood looked very walkable and interesting but unfortunately I arrived too late in the evening to explore it. The 10 am checkout time, which seems to be standard in New Zealand, limits options for morning activities unless you’re a very early riser, which I’m not. Anyway, I don’t think shops would have opened until 9 or 10, so mornings are a lost cause. Get to the property early in the afternoon if you want to enjoy the surroundings.
Leisure Self
10/10
Exceptional
30 Oct 2025
Ryan
Very unique hotel! Lovely!
Partner
10/10
Exceptional
30 Oct 2025
jane
Staff were very helpful and friendly. Always lovely staying at The Duke
Leisure Self
10/10
Exceptional
27 Oct 2025
Thomas
Very friendly staff magnificient setting lo ely room.
Leisure Partner
8/10
Excellent
26 Oct 2025
Rebekah
Fabulous and central to everything. Highly recommend.
Leisure Friends
10/10
Exceptional
25 Oct 2025
Caroline

A beautiful old hotel with creature comforts

Lovely old hotel with a great selection of interesting early NZ prints and paintings. Nice blend of old style and modern comfort. Room was quiet, despite very popular and excellent restaurant and big weekend sailing event. Free parking, friendly reception and great location in beautiful historic Russell (Kororareka). Amazing Long Beach just a short walk, or drive, over the hill.
Self
8/10
Excellent
22 Oct 2025
ALEV
Perfect location and clean room!
Leisure Partner
10/10
Exceptional
16 Oct 2025
James Loman
View is ok-main reason to stay here is the history. Great pictures on the walls. Bathroom has been very well remodeled to a high standard. Expected creaky floors add to the charm. Nice restaurant with good food although my medium rare steak came out medium well. Would be helpful for them to better inform re:parking. (Across the street at the rear; one small area in the front to pull into for check in-not even noticed until the next day!)
Leisure Partner
10/10
Exceptional
12 Oct 2025
Andrew
We loved the clean and well-appointed room. We had dinner and lunch in the restaurant - just fantastic. We would come back here just for a dining holiday!
Leisure Partner
10/10
Exceptional
26 Sep 2025
Angela
Wonderful stay
6/10
Pleasant
14 Sep 2025
Lesley

Great location but lacking elsewhere

Nice room, very comfy bed. But wi-fi was out in our bedroom, it was re-set by reception. However Netflix is not included on the TV, you have to use your own login. Which we couldn’t do as ours is set up in UK. Surely the hotel can afford Netflix for guests? Also, found the dinner very bland. I had a seafood chowder which arrived with a large piece of local bread in it. The chowder was thin and lacking taste, plus a decent portion was missing due the bread in the middle. Disappointing
Partner
10/10
Exceptional
10 Sep 2025
Andrew
Heritage style property in a beautiful location
10/10
Exceptional
13 Aug 2025
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Duke of Marborough

The Duke has a wonderful restaurant with great views of the bay. Such a pretty spot.
Partner
10/10
Exceptional
13 Aug 2025
Catherine P

Wonderful location

Wonderful location on the waterfront and close to everything.
Partner
10/10
Exceptional
11 Aug 2025
Alan
Stylish ambiance and old world charm made this a great place for rest and relaxation.
10/10
Exceptional
08 Aug 2025
Richard
Beautiful unique town and special hotel
Leisure Partner
10/10
Exceptional
07 Aug 2025
MARAINA
Dom has a great menu to choose from or else there are plenty of dining options or a supermarket in walking distance.
Leisure Partner
10/10
Exceptional
03 Aug 2025
chris

Beautifully presented hotel on the harbour

Beautifully presented historic hotel, right on the harbour front, well equipped spacious room, wonderful comfy bed
Self
10/10
Exceptional
24 Jul 2025
Grant
classic heritage hotel with a unique location
Leisure Self
10/10
Exceptional
07 Jul 2025
Grant
Historic charm, wonderful location, right on the waterfront, an icon.
Leisure Self

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35 The Strand, Bay Of Islands, New Zealand

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