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The Duke of Marlborough Hotel

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Breakfast, lunch, dinner served; local cuisine, beach views
Lobby lounge
Waterfront Room | View from room
Iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets
Waterfront Room | Balcony

Reviews

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful

Popular amenities

  • Parking included
  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Air-conditioning
  • Gym
  • Business services

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35 The Strand, Bay of Islands, Russell, 0255
  • Place, Russell Beach
    ‪2 min walk‬
  • Place, Russell Christ Church
    ‪3 min walk‬
  • Place, Flagstaff Hill
    ‪10 min walk‬
  • Airport, Kerikeri (KKE-Bay of Islands)
    ‪45 min drive‬

Room options

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Waterfront Room | Iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets

Waterfront Room

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional
(12 reviews)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi

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Small Room | Iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets

Small Room

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(16 reviews)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi

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Superior King Balcony | Iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets

Superior King Balcony

8.6 out of 10
Excellent
(27 reviews)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi

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Premium Room Seaview | Iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets

Premium Room Seaview

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
(4 reviews)
  • Sea view
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi

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Superior Room, Courtyard | Iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets

Superior Room, Courtyard

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(4 reviews)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Queen Bed and 1 Single Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi

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Classic Room, Courtyard | Iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets

Classic Room, Courtyard

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(9 reviews)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi

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Classic Room | Iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets

Classic Room

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(12 reviews)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed OR 1 King Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi

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Waterfront Apartment | Iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets

Waterfront Apartment

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(4 reviews)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Queen Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi

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About this property

The Duke of Marlborough Hotel

This smoke-free hotel features a restaurant, a fitness centre and a bar/lounge. Free WiFi in public areas and free self parking are also provided. Additionally, a 24-hour front desk, tour/ticket assistance and wedding services are on-site.
The Duke of Marlborough Hotel offers 38 accommodations with a hairdryer and an iron/ironing board. Plasma televisions come with satellite channels. This Russell hotel provides complimentary wireless Internet access. Housekeeping is provided on a daily basis.
Recreational amenities at the hotel include a fitness centre.

The recreational activities listed below are available either on-site or nearby; fees may apply.

Our customers tell us that they can't get enough of the helpful staff at The Duke of Marlborough Hotel. During your stay, you're just a quick walk from Bay of Islands. Free WiFi in public areas, free self-parking and a restaurant are available.
  • Free WiFi
  • Free self-parking
  • Enjoy local cuisine and a beachfront location while dining at Duke of Marlborough
  • Amenities include a front desk safe, 2 meeting rooms and a lift
  • On-site recreation includes a gym
  • Guests have great things to say about the helpful staff and the location
  • Steps from Russell Beach and 4 minutes on foot from Russell Museum
There's a restaurant on site. You can enjoy a drink at the bar/lounge. WiFi is free in public spaces. There are 2 meeting rooms available. A fitness centre, tour/ticket assistance, and a garden are also featured at the luxury The Duke of Marlborough Hotel. Limited free parking is available on a first-come, first-served basis.

This Colonial Russell hotel is smoke free.

Duke of Marlborough – This beachfront restaurant specialises in local cuisine and serves breakfast, lunch and dinner. Guests can order drinks at the bar and enjoy al fresco dining (weather permitting). A children's menu is available. Reservations are required.

Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Free secured, uncovered self parking on site
  • Limited number of on-site self parking spaces per unit
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking available

Food and drink

  • A bar/lounge
  • A restaurant

Restaurants on site

  • Duke of Marlborough

Things to do

  • Gym

Family friendly

  • In-room refrigerator

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Guidebooks
  • Safe at front desk

Guest services

  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Tour and ticket assistance
  • Wedding services

Business services

  • 2 meeting rooms

Outdoors

  • Garden
  • On the waterfront

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • 1 accessible parking space
  • Front entrance ramp
  • Lift (90 centimetre wide door)
  • Visual alarms in hallways
  • Well-lit path to entrance
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking

More

  • 2 floors
  • Banquet hall
  • Built in 1827
  • Colonial architecture
  • Smoke-free property

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Shampoo
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • IPod dock
  • Plasma TV with cable/satellite channels

Food and drink

  • Electric kettle
  • Refrigerator
  • Restaurant dining guides

More

  • Air conditioning (climate-controlled)
  • Heating (climate-controlled)
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Phone

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3 PM; check-in end time: 9 PM
Late check-in subject to availability
Minimum check-in age - 18

Check-out

Check-out before 10 AM

Special check-in instructions

The property charges 2.45 per cent for credit card payments
Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
If you are planning to arrive after 9:00 PM please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Kids stay free! Children stay free when using existing bedding.
  • Rollaway/extra beds are available for NZD 50.0 per day.

Payment types at the property

Important information

Optional extras

The fees and deposits listed below will be charged at the time of service, check-in, or check-out.

  • Rollaway bed fee: NZD 50.0 per day
  • Credit card charges are subject to a surcharge of 2.45 per cent

This may not be a comprehensive list. Fees and deposits are subject to change and might not include tax.

You need to know

This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business or profession.
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-authorise 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 and terraces, which may not be suitable for children; if you have any concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm that they can accommodate you in a suitable room
Guests arriving after 9:00 PM must make advance arrangements by contacting the property using the information on the booking confirmation. Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property.
Property Registration Number 9429042359616

We should mention

  • Children stay free in the same room as the parent or guardian when using existing bedding.
  • Registered guests are the only ones allowed to be in guestrooms.
  • Certain facilities might have restricted access. For details, you can contact the property at the number on the booking confirmation.
  • This property welcomes guests of all sexual orientations and gender identities (LGBTQ+ friendly).

National rating

Rating provided by Qualmark®, source of official star ratings for accommodation in New Zealand.

Property is also known as

Duke Marlborough Hotel
Duke Marlborough Hotel Russell
Duke Marlborough Russell
The Duke Of Marlborough
The Duke of Marlborough Hotel Hotel
The Duke of Marlborough Hotel Russell
The Duke of Marlborough Hotel Hotel Russell

The Duke of Marlborough Hotel Reviews

Reviews

9.2

Wonderful

Rating 10 - Excellent. 614 out of 932 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 243 out of 932 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 52 out of 932 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 16 out of 932 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 7 out of 932 reviews

9.4/10

Cleanliness

9.2/10

Staff & service

9.0/10

Amenities

8.8/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Wendy, Blenheim

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The room was amazingly clean. Fantastic location 👏
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2026

10/10 Excellent

Renee

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
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.
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2026

10/10 Excellent

Neil

Excellent room, friendly staff, convei
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2026

8/10 Good

Dan

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very friendly reception team.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2026

10/10 Excellent

Bruce

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Beautifully renovated building, great staff, overall a 5* experience
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025

8/10 Good

Katie

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
A very pleasant one night stay.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2026

10/10 Excellent

Tasi

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
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.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026

10/10 Excellent

Steven

Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2026

10/10 Excellent

Nick

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Friendly staff with high standards for customer service, clean and tidy room.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026

10/10 Excellent

John

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The place is just amazing. Great location. Great people, great food
The Duke of Marlborough
And the view
Stayed 4 nights in Jan 2026

10/10 Excellent

Brendan

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
I’ve always wanted to stay at the Duke and very pleased I now have! Superb location and lovely room. Excellent restaurant.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026

10/10 Excellent

Kevin

Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026

10/10 Excellent

JP

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Location was fabulous with great views over the bay a lovely ambiance. Staff were really friendly.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2026

10/10 Excellent

Tracy

Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026

10/10 Excellent

Michael

Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2026

10/10 Excellent

Jackie

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Clean room. Cute hotel. Great location
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2026

8/10 Good

Andrew

Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2026

10/10 Excellent

Michele, Overland Park

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
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.
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2026

10/10 Excellent

Eveline, Den Haag

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great historical location, friendly staff
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2026

10/10 Excellent

David

Very good stay
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2026

10/10 Excellent

Simon

Yes
Stayed 4 nights in Jan 2026

10/10 Excellent

Kunal Sunil

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Location is superb
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jane

Travelled with family, Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Hotel was beautiful and very memorable. Staff great. Wonderful birthday celebration with family.
Stayed 4 nights in Jan 2026

10/10 Excellent

A

Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025

10/10 Excellent

Janelle, Dargaville

Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2025