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3 Star Hotels in Russell

Properties are selected based on real traveler reviews and popularity among guests who’ve booked a night in Russell on Hotels.com. These Russell 3 Star Hotels consistently deliver on quality, location and traveler experience. Last updated on October 12, 2026.

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

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

1. Bellrock Lodge

Russell

CNY850

CNY977 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 13 - Oct 14

A beach with a pier extending into calm waters, a large tree in the foreground, and a person walking on the sand.

A modern, compact room with a glass wall offering a view of the outdoors. It includes a dining area with a table and chairs, a kitchenette with a sink and stove, and a bed with a red accent pillow.

A living room with a glass coffee table, two green patterned armchairs, a white sofa, and a view of the outdoors through a sliding glass door.

A two-story house with a balcony, surrounded by greenery and a hilly landscape.

2. Kokomo Retreat

Russell

A swimming pool with lounge chairs and umbrellas, a flagpole, and a signboard in the background.

A restaurant with tables set for dining, large windows offering a view of the sea and hills, and flags hanging outside.

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

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.

3. Kingsgate Hotel Autolodge Paihia

Paihia

CNY585

CNY673 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 18 - Oct 19

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

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

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

4. Opua Boutique Seaview Motel

Opua

CNY547

CNY629 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 18 - Oct 19

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

A hotel room with a bed, a television on a stand, a small table, and a window with curtains.

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.

5. Bounty Motel

Paihia

CNY362

CNY417 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 27 - Oct 28

A dark wooden wall with a window, two white chairs, and a hanging basket with red flowers.

A modern building with a dark exterior, large windows, and a well-maintained garden with palm trees and a patio umbrella.

A covered outdoor area with a pool, a fenced patio, and a restaurant in the background.

A kitchen with a glass door leading to a garden, a microwave, and shelves with jars and kitchen items.

6. Edelweiss Motel

Paihia

CNY397

CNY457 total

includes taxes & fees

Nov 6 - Nov 7

A pool surrounded by lush greenery, including palm trees and various plants.

A dining area with multiple tables and chairs, a kitchen area with cabinets and appliances, and a staircase leading to an upper level.

A modern building with a flat roof, a staircase leading to an entrance, and a small garden area with plants.

A hotel lobby with a reception desk, seating area, and large windows offering a view of the street and greenery.

7. Paihia Pacific Resort Hotel

Paihia

CNY453

CNY520 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 13 - Oct 14

A clear blue pool with a curved edge, surrounded by a rock wall and various plants.

A compact room with a bed, a small kitchenette, a sofa, and a dining area.

A modern living room with a red sofa, a glass coffee table, and a laptop on a desk. There is a TV mounted on the wall displaying 'Top Songs 2022'.

A hotel room with a bed, a sofa, a TV, a fan, and a window with curtains.

8. Marlin Court Motel

Paihia

CNY421

CNY484 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 27 - Oct 28

An outdoor patio with a grill, seating, and a view of the sea.

A garden with a pond, lush greenery, and a sign reading "LAST MOTEL POST FERRY WHARF".

A hotel with a pool, a parking lot, and a view of the sea.

A patio with two tables and chairs, a flag, and a view of the sea and parked cars.

9. Ala Moana Motel

Paihia

CNY543

CNY625 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 19 - Oct 20

A wooden-paneled room with two blue chairs, a white wicker table, and a bench.

A room with a bed, a round mirror, a television, and a wicker chair.

A wooden cabin with a bed, a small table, a chair, a sink, and a view of the outside.

A modern hotel with a spacious outdoor area, multiple balconies, and a well-lit entrance.

10. Outrigger Motel

Paihia

CNY515

CNY592 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 13 - Oct 14

A beach with people relaxing on the grass and walking along the shore.

A two-story building with a balcony, surrounded by lush greenery and a mountainous backdrop.

A playground with slides and climbing structures, a grassy area, and a beach in the background.

A room with two wicker chairs, a small table, and a view of the sea through large windows.

11. Bay Sands Seafront Studios

Paihia

CNY817

CNY939 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 26 - Oct 27

A bedroom with a large bed, a TV, and a balcony with a view of a lake and hills.

A hotel room with a large window offering a view of a lake and hills.

A room with a bed, a TV, a phone, and a dining table with chairs.

A swimming pool with a view of a lake and mountains, surrounded by lounge chairs and a fenced area.

12. Cook's Lookout Motel

Haruru

CNY585

CNY673 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 13 - Oct 14

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 sloped roof, surrounded by lush greenery and large rocks.

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

13. Bay of Islands Holiday Apartments

Paihia

CNY797

CNY916 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 13 - Oct 14

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

CNY341

CNY392 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 26 - Oct 27

A wooden table and chairs set outdoors with a view of a river and forested hills in the background.

A hotel room with two beds, a TV, a balcony with a view, and a seating area.

A riverside property with a paved path, a small building, and lush greenery.

A building with a balcony, outdoor seating, and potted plants.

15. Waterfalls Estate - Motel & Campground

Haruru

CNY537

CNY618 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 26 - Oct 27

A balcony with a table and chairs, a sliding glass door, and a view of the neighborhood.

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

A compact kitchen with a dining area, a flat-screen TV, and a clock on the wall.

A modern kitchen with wooden cabinets, a white refrigerator, a dishwasher, and a window with blinds.

16. Paihia Apartments

Paihia

CNY1,414

CNY1,627 total

includes taxes & fees

Nov 8 - Nov 9

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

A living room with a TV, sofa, coffee table, and a view of a green landscape through a sliding door.

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

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

17. Kerikeri Park Lodge

Kerikeri

CNY535

CNY615 total

includes taxes & fees

Nov 10 - Nov 11

A wooden deck with outdoor seating, surrounded by lush greenery and a small waterfall feature.

A large building with a curved roof, surrounded by lush greenery and trees.

A conference room with a long table, chairs, and large windows offering a view of trees.

A building surrounded by palm trees and other vegetation.

18. Woodlands Motel & Conference Venue

Kerikeri

CNY310

CNY356 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 13 - Oct 14

A swimming pool with lounge chairs and umbrellas, surrounded by palm trees and a fenced area.

A hotel room with two beds, a dining table, and a balcony with curtains.

A modern house with a covered patio, outdoor seating, and a well-maintained garden.

A modern living room with a sofa and a coffee table, a kitchen in the background, and a dining area with a table and chairs.

19. Kerikeri Homestead Motel & Apartments

Kerikeri

CNY768

CNY883 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 14 - Oct 15

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Te Wahapu

Te Wahapu

Russell's Te Wahapu neighborhood offers attractions including Bay of Islands.

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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 you can't wait to get to the beach, you might enjoy a trip to Russell Beach in the heart of Russell. If you want to continue walking by the waves, head to Long Beach and Paihia Beach.

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A cemetery with white headstones, a church, and a cross on the roof.

Russell Christ Church

9.0/10 (137 reviews)

Russell Christ Church is in the heart of Russell, so why not stop by during your stay. Hotels.com travelers also say the area is full of friendly people and has lots of nice beaches.

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

Flagstaff Hill

9.2/10 (289 reviews)

Flagstaff Hill is 0.5 mi (0.8 km) from central Russell, why not stop by during your stay. Why not take a stroll along the beaches and watch the sunset while you're here? Want to stretch your legs some more? Head to Tapeka Point Historic Reserve and Haruru Falls, both nearby.

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

Russell Museum

8.6/10 (106 reviews)

The center of Russell is home to cultural attractions like Russell Museum, so you might want to stop by during your stay. Hotels.com travelers also say the area is full of friendly people and has lots of nice beaches. If you want to experience more of the culture Russell has to offer, head to Russell Christ Church, Russell Beach, and Flagstaff Hill.

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Tapeka Point Historic Reserve

9.4/10 (28 reviews)

If you like spending time outside, why not spend the afternoon at Tapeka Point Historic Reserve, a park in the heart of Tapeka. Hotels.com travelers also say the area is full of friendly people and has lots of nice beaches. Want to stretch your legs some more? Head to Flagstaff Hill and Haruru Falls, both nearby.

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Pompallier Mission

9.4/10 (16 reviews)

If you're planning a bit of sightseeing during your trip, head to Pompallier Mission— just one of the monuments in central Russell.

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Pompalier House

9.4/10 (42 reviews)

If you're planning a bit of sightseeing during your trip, head to Pompalier House— just one of the monuments in central Russell. Hotels.com travelers also say the area is full of friendly people and has lots of nice beaches.

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