A pier with a small information kiosk, boats docked, and a clear blue sky.

Search Motels in Russell

  • Change your mind

    Book hotels with free cancellation

  • Treat yourself

    Sign in to save 10% or more on thousands of hotels
    Sign in

  • Be picky

    Search almost a million properties worldwide

Check prices for these dates

Next weekend
9 Oct - 11 Oct
In two weeks
16 Oct - 18 Oct
In one month
30 Oct - 1 Nov
In two months
27 Nov - 29 Nov

Our top choices for Russell motels

A waterfront area with kayaks, a beach, and buildings with signs like "Commodore's Lodge" and "TOURS & CRUISES".

1. The Commodores Lodge

The Commodores Lodge
2.0 star property
Russell
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (49 reviews)
"Beach front was great "
New Zealand
Greg
The price is RM448
RM515 total
includes taxes & fees
5 Oct - 6 Oct
The Commodores Lodge
A modern kitchen with light wood cabinets, a stainless steel sink, a black dishwasher, a microwave, a kettle, and a toaster.

2. Rayya Suites, Paihia

Rayya Suites, Paihia
2.0 star property
Paihia
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (72 reviews)
"Fantastic place to stay for a few nights, would definitely return."
Australia
Ben
The price is RM231
RM266 total
includes taxes & fees
25 Oct - 26 Oct
Rayya Suites, Paihia
A hotel room with a bed, a sofa, a coffee table, a TV, and a cityscape painting.

3. Dolphin Motel

Dolphin Motel
2.0 star property
Paihia
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (762 reviews)
"We enjoyed our stay very clean, quiet surroundings will definitely come back again."
Australia
SERENA
The price is RM224
RM258 total
includes taxes & fees
30 Oct - 31 Oct
Dolphin Motel
A dark wooden wall with a window, two white chairs, and a hanging basket with red flowers.

4. Edelweiss Motel

Edelweiss Motel
3.5 star property
Paihia
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (277 reviews)
"This was a good budget friendly motel with nice bed and warm pool"
Australia
Thyra
The price is RM187
RM215 total
includes taxes & fees
30 Oct - 31 Oct
Edelweiss Motel
A hotel room with a bed, a painting on the wall, and a balcony with a view of the sea.

5. Breakwater Motel

Breakwater Motel
4.5 star property
Paihia
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (583 reviews)
"Great location in Paihia close to important features.Friendly staff comfortable and and tidy rooms."
Australia
Philip
The price is RM400
RM459 total
includes taxes & fees
20 Oct - 21 Oct
Breakwater Motel
A wooden table with a bottle of wine and a glass on a balcony overlooking a scenic view of a lake and mountains.

6. Aloha Seaview Resort Motel

Aloha Seaview Resort Motel
4.0 star property
Paihia
7.0 out of 10, Good, (433 reviews)
"Good value. Large room, with everything you. Great bed! - Nice and quiet. Friendly staff. Lots of parking."
Australia
Hope -
The price is RM154
RM177 total
includes taxes & fees
27 Oct - 28 Oct
Aloha Seaview Resort Motel
A parking lot with two cars, palm trees, and a view of a body of water and hills in the background.

7. Bounty Motel

Bounty Motel
3.5 star property
Paihia
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (691 reviews)
"The room was a good size, very clean unit and very nice bathroom."
Australia
Kevin
The price is RM210
RM242 total
includes taxes & fees
27 Oct - 28 Oct
Bounty Motel
A grassy area with a view of a lake and distant islands.

8. Bayview Motel

Bayview Motel
2.0 star property
Paihia
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (58 reviews)
"Nice clean room, close to town, friendly staff."
United States
Erik
The price is RM373
RM429 total
includes taxes & fees
4 Oct - 5 Oct
Bayview Motel
A pool area with lounge chairs and umbrellas, a view of the sea, and a thatched-roof structure.

9. Anchorage Motel

Anchorage Motel
4.0 star property
Paihia
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (372 reviews)
"Staff were freindly and place was very clean."
New Zealand
Wayne
The price is RM380
RM437 total
includes taxes & fees
26 Oct - 27 Oct
Anchorage Motel
A coastal scene with boats on calm water, a tree with sprawling branches, and a hilly landscape in the background.

10. Opua Boutique Seaview Motel

Opua Boutique Seaview Motel
3.0 star property
Opua
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (49 reviews)
"Room was exceptionally clean and comfortable. The staff were friendly and welcoming."
Australia
Gloria
The price is RM333
RM383 total
includes taxes & fees
3 Oct - 4 Oct
Opua Boutique Seaview Motel
A two-story house with a balcony, surrounded by lush greenery and palm trees.

11. ASURE Admirals View Motel

ASURE Admirals View Motel
4.0 star property
Paihia
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (486 reviews)
"We love this motel - it’s our ‘go-to’ in Paihia. The staff are friendly and helpful and super efficient. The rooms are large, spacious and clean. The location is great. And the showers have great pressure!!! Definitely recommend"
Australia
Gary and Helen
The price is RM292
RM336 total
includes taxes & fees
18 Oct - 19 Oct
ASURE Admirals View Motel
A clear blue pool with a curved edge, surrounded by a rock wall and various plants.

12. Marlin Court Motel

Marlin Court Motel
3.0 star property
Paihia
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (76 reviews)
"The staff were helpful and very friendly. I appreciated how welcome they made my son and myself feel."
Australia
Corey
The price is RM290
RM333 total
includes taxes & fees
3 Oct - 4 Oct
Marlin Court Motel
A bench by a lakeside with a wooden fence and grassy area.

13. Bay of Islands Gateway Motel & Apartment

Bay of Islands Gateway Motel & Apartment
2.0 star property
Paihia
10.0 out of 10, Exceptional, (7 reviews)
"Julie and Martin were great hosts. Super accomodation, very comfortable rooms. "
New Zealand
David
The price is RM392
RM450 total
includes taxes & fees
4 Oct - 5 Oct
Bay of Islands Gateway Motel & Apartment
A swimming pool with lounge chairs and a well-lit outdoor area at dusk.

14. Ash Grove Boutique Motel

Ash Grove Boutique Motel
4.5 star property
Haruru
9.8 out of 10, Exceptional, (109 reviews)
"Lovely place close to Paihia. The cottages come fully equipped and are quite comfortable."
United States
Thomas
The price is RM360
RM414 total
includes taxes & fees
19 Oct - 20 Oct
Ash Grove Boutique Motel
A balcony with a view of a body of water, a parking area, and surrounding buildings.

15. Vienna Motel

Vienna Motel
2.5 star property
Paihia
4.8 out of 10, (8 reviews)
"Did not stay there"
Australia
Ngarangi
The price is RM204
RM235 total
includes taxes & fees
16 Oct - 17 Oct
Vienna Motel
A bedroom with a large bed, a TV, and a balcony with a view of a lake and hills.

16. Cook's Lookout Motel

Cook's Lookout Motel
3.5 star property
Haruru
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (87 reviews)
"We enjoyed our Stay. What a Beautiful Spot. Very Spacious too."
Australia
Tracey
The price is RM356
RM410 total
includes taxes & fees
3 Oct - 4 Oct
Cook's Lookout Motel
A beach with people relaxing on the grass and walking along the shore.

17. Bay Sands Seafront Studios

Bay Sands Seafront Studios
3.5 star property
Paihia
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (222 reviews)
"Spectacular location more than made up for the slightly dated room!"
Canada
Michael
The price is RM358
RM412 total
includes taxes & fees
15 Oct - 16 Oct
Bay Sands Seafront Studios
A wooden table and chairs set outdoors with a view of a river and forested hills in the background.

18. Waterfalls Estate - Motel & Campground

Waterfalls Estate - Motel & Campground
3.5 star property
Haruru
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (28 reviews)
"Gorgeous views from every room. Very friendly & welcoming owners. Upgrades of the rooms are planned but already very pleasant & clean. The pool is lovely and includes the views! A hidden gem."
Australia
Nicky
The price is RM329
RM378 total
includes taxes & fees
26 Oct - 27 Oct
Waterfalls Estate - Motel & Campground
A swimming pool with a tiled edge, surrounded by a fence and greenery.

19. Kerikeri Court Motel

Kerikeri Court Motel
4.0 star property
Kerikeri
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (182 reviews)
"Perfect for the redt we needed"
United States
Cherie
The price is RM299
RM401 total
includes taxes & fees
10 Oct - 11 Oct
Kerikeri Court Motel
A wooden deck with outdoor seating, surrounded by lush greenery and a small waterfall feature.

20. Woodlands Motel & Conference Venue

Woodlands Motel & Conference Venue
3.0 star property
Kerikeri
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (158 reviews)
"Clean room staff friendly,got up graded"
Australia
Dean
The price is RM189
RM217 total
includes taxes & fees
15 Oct - 16 Oct
Woodlands Motel & Conference Venue
Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.
View all properties
Save an average of 15% on thousands of hotels when you're signed in
Sign in
Sign up, it's free

Top Russell Hotel Reviews

Breakwater Motel

Breakwater Motel

8/10 Good
"Great location in Paihia close to important features.Friendly staff comfortable and and tidy rooms."
Philip 3-night trip
Posted 1 day ago
Breakwater Motel

Find out more about Russell

Russell Motels information

Number of reviews
3,499
Accommodation
42 Motels
Lowest Price
RM177
Highest Price
RM515

Frequently asked questions

What can I expect from a motel trip to Russell?
If you can't find a motel in Russell, expand your search to find motels in the surrounding area or let Expedia help you find something similar from more than 122 hotels and other lodging options. Simply filter using our search tools by nightly room rate or cost-effective amenities such as free breakfast and free airport transport.
What are motels like?
Motels often have free parking, and many also include an outdoor pool. Often one or two storeys high, motels usually have exterior corridors overlooking the car park or an outdoor pool. In the US, motels boomed after World War II with the popularity of car travel and road trip holidays, peaking in the mid-1960s with more than 60,000 properties.
What are the best motels in Russell?
The Captains Motel: Stay within a quick 1-minute drive of Bay of Islands. Enjoy access to the full-service spa, and freebies including WiFi and self-parking. The Commodores Lodge: A children's pool, free WiFi and free parking are available during your stay. It's located within a quick 1-minute drive of Bay of Islands.
What can I do in Russell?
Enjoy the beaches in this walkable, historical area while you're sightseeing. These are some of the parks and outdoorsy places: Russell Beach, Flagstaff Hill and Long Beach. You'll find these family-friendly sights in the area: Action World, The Parrot Place and Makana Confections. To learn more about local history, take some time at Pompalier House and Pompallier Mission. During your trip, here are some other places to visit: Tapeka Point Historic Reserve, Bay of Islands and Russell Museum.
What's the seasonal weather like in Russell?
Weather can make or break a road trip, so we've gathered some data about year-round temperatures in Russell to help you plan yours. The hottest months are usually February and January, with an average temperature of 19°C, while the coldest months are July and August, with an average of 12°C. Average annual precipitation for Russell is 1139 mm.
What are my options for getting around Russell while staying in a motel?
We've gathered some information about getting around Russell to help you navigate your stay: Fly into Kerikeri (KKE-Bay of Islands), which is located 11.9 mi (19.2 km) away. If you'd like to venture out around the area, consider renting a car to explore more sights.

Explore a world of travel with Expedia