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The Commodores Lodge

2.0 star property
Beachfront motel with outdoor pool, near Lookout

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Sundeck
Outdoor pool, sun loungers
42-inch flat-screen TV with digital channels, TV
Exterior
On the beach, kayaking
Located near Lookout and Long Beach, The Commodores Lodge offers a tranquil retreat. Bask in the sun on the beachfront location or take advantage of kayaking activities. Unwind at the spa tub, lounge by the outdoor pool, and enjoy barbecue grills.

Reviews

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful

Popular amenities

  • Pool
  • Non-smoking
  • Free parking
  • Laundry facilities
  • Free WiFi

Main amenities (12)

  • Housekeeping (on request)
  • On the beach
  • Outdoor pool
  • Free use of bicycles
  • Children's pool
  • Hot tub
  • Terrace
  • Garden
  • Self-serve laundry
  • Picnic area
  • Barbecue grills
  • Limited hour front desk

Feel at home (6)

  • Children's pool
  • Kitchen
  • Private bathroom
  • Premium TV channels
  • Garden
  • Terrace

Room options

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Standard Room, 1 King Bed, Non Smoking, Courtyard Area | Frette Italian sheets, premium bedding, down comforters

Standard Room, 1 King Bed, Non Smoking, Courtyard Area

Highlights

Furnished balcony
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Heating
Kitchen
Refrigerator
Flat-screen TV
Pillow menu
  • 323 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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42-inch flat-screen TV with digital channels, TV

Deluxe Studio Suite, 1 Bedroom, Sea View

Highlights

Furnished balcony
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Heating
Kitchen
Refrigerator
Flat-screen TV
Pillow menu
  • 430 sq ft
  • Sea view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Family Suite, 2 Bedrooms, Accessible, Non Smoking

Highlights

Furnished balcony
Separate dining area
Separate sitting area
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Heating
Kitchen
Refrigerator
  • 538 sq ft
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Queen Bed and 2 Twin Beds

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Comfort Room, 1 Bedroom, Accessible, Pool View

Highlights

Furnished balcony
Separate dining area
Separate sitting area
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Heating
Kitchen
Refrigerator
  • 430 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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Family Room, 2 Bedrooms, Accessible, Pool View | Frette Italian sheets, premium bedding, down comforters

Family Room, 2 Bedrooms, Accessible, Pool View

Highlights

Furnished balcony
Separate dining area
Separate sitting area
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Heating
Kitchen
Refrigerator
  • 538 sq ft
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Queen Bed and 2 Twin Beds

View all photos for Comfort Studio Suite, 1 Bedroom, Accessible, Pool View

Frette Italian sheets, premium bedding, down comforters

Comfort Studio Suite, 1 Bedroom, Accessible, Pool View

Highlights

Furnished balcony
Separate dining area
Separate sitting area
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Heating
Kitchen
Refrigerator
  • 430 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

View all photos for Family Room, 2 Bedrooms

Frette Italian sheets, premium bedding, down comforters

Family Room, 2 Bedrooms

Highlights

Furnished balcony
Separate dining area
Separate sitting area
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Heating
Kitchen
Refrigerator
  • 430 sq ft
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Queen Bed and 2 Twin Beds

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About the neighborhood

Map
The Strand, Russell, 0202

What's nearby

  • Russell Beach - 1 min walk - 0.1 km
  • Flagstaff Hill - 15 min walk - 1.3 km
  • Paihia Wharf - 28 min drive - 16.0 km
  • Waitangi Treaty Grounds - 32 min drive - 18.6 km
  • Paihia Beach - 32 min drive - 15.5 km

Getting around

  • Kerikeri (KKE-Bay of Islands) - 58 min drive
  • Auckland Intl. Airport (AKL) - 126 miles/202.8 km

Restaurants

  • ‪Cbk Craft Beer and Kitchen - ‬28 min drive
  • ‪Marina Cafe Opua - ‬22 min drive
  • ‪Hone's Garden - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪Paihia Wharf - ‬28 min drive
  • ‪Charlotte’s Kitchen - ‬28 min drive

About this property

The Commodores Lodge

The Commodores Lodge offers a great location, putting you within just a 10-minute walk of Bay of Islands. You can get a morning swim in at the outdoor pool, and the hot tub makes for a relaxing end to the day. A children's pool and free bike rentals are offered, and in-room conveniences include refrigerators and microwaves.

Languages

English

At a glance

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Hotel size

    • 11 rooms
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Arriving/Leaving

    • Check-in start time: 2 PM; Check-in end time: 7:00 PM
    • Late check-in subject to availability
    • Minimum check-in age: 18
    • Check-out time is 10 AM
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Special check-in instructions

    • The front desk is open daily from 8:00 AM - 7:00 PM
    • Guests must contact the property in advance for check-in instructions; front desk staffed during limited hours
    • To make arrangements for check-in please contact the property at least 24 hours before arrival using the information on the booking confirmation
    • If you are planning to arrive after 7:00 PM please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation
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Required at check-in

    • Credit card, debit card, or cash deposit required for incidental charges
    • Government-issued photo ID may be required
    • Minimum check-in age is 18
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Pets

    • Pets not allowed
    • Service animals welcome
WIFI

Internet

    • Free WiFi in public areas
    • Free WiFi in rooms
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Parking

    • Free onsite self parking
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Other information

    • Smoke-free property

Property amenities

Food and drink

  • Barbecue grills

Traveling with children

  • Children's pool

What to do

  • On the beach
  • Kayaking
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby

Services

  • Front desk (limited hours)
  • Tour/ticket assistance
  • Laundry facilities
  • Free bicycle rentals
  • Pool loungers

Facilities

  • Garden
  • Picnic area
  • Terrace
  • An outdoor pool
  • Hot tub

Accessibility

  • No elevator (single level property)

Room amenities

Be entertained

  • 42-inch flat-screen TV
  • Premium digital channels

Home comfort

  • Heating
  • Portable fan
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Electric kettle

Sleep well

  • Pillow menu
  • Down comforter
  • Blackout drapes/curtains
  • Premium bedding
  • Select Comfort mattress

What to enjoy

  • Furnished balcony
  • Individually furnished and decorated

Freshen up

  • Private bathroom
  • Shower only
  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Towels
  • Toilet paper

Stay connected

  • Free WiFi

Food and drink

  • Refrigerator
  • Microwave
  • Kitchen
  • Stovetop
  • Toaster
  • Cookware, dishes, and utensils

More

  • Housekeeping (on request)

Fees & policies

Children & extra beds

  • Cribs/infant beds are available for NZD 20.0 per day
  • Rollaway beds are available for NZD 30.0 per day

Policies

This property does not have elevators.
This property accepts credit cards. Cash is not accepted.
Credit cards accepted: Visa, Mastercard, American Express

Also known as

Commodores Lodge
Commodores Lodge Russell
Commodores Russell
The Commodores Lodge Motel
The Commodores Lodge Russell
The Commodores Lodge Motel Russell

Frequently asked questions

Does The Commodores Lodge offer free cancellation for a full refund?

Yes, The Commodores Lodge does have fully refundable room rates available to book on our site. If you’ve booked a fully refundable room rate, this can be cancelled up to a few days before check-in depending on the property's cancellation policy. Just make sure to check this property's cancellation policy for the exact terms and conditions.

Is there a pool at The Commodores Lodge?

Yes, there's an outdoor pool and a children's pool.

Are pets allowed at The Commodores Lodge?

Sorry, pets aren't allowed, but service animals are welcome.

Is parking offered on site at The Commodores Lodge?

Yes, there's free self parking.

What are the check-in and check-out times at The Commodores Lodge?

Check-in start time: 2 PM; Check-in end time: 7:00 PM. Check-out time is 10 AM.

What is there to do at The Commodores Lodge and nearby?

Have fun with onsite activities like kayaking and cycling. Enjoy a relaxing soak in the hot tub and an invigorating swim in the outdoor pool. The Commodores Lodge also has a picnic area and a garden.

Does The Commodores Lodge have self-catered rooms fitted with kitchens or kitchenettes?

Yes, a kitchen is available in every room, and also includes a coffee maker, a toaster, and cookware.

Does The Commodores Lodge have any outdoor private spaces?

Yes, every room features a furnished balcony.

What's the area around The Commodores Lodge like?

The Commodores Lodge is on Russell Beach, a short 5-minute walk from Bay of Islands and 4 minutes' walk from Russell Christ Church.

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The Commodores Lodge Reviews

Reviews

9.2

Wonderful

9.0/10

Cleanliness

9.2/10

Staff & service

9.0/10

Amenities

8.8/10

Property conditions & facilities

8.4/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Exceptional

Great room and location, faultless and service impeccable
Carleen, 1-night trip

8/10 Very good

Really close to everything and what we needed
Andrea, 2-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Excellent location. Functional, lovely room. Friendly and helpful staff.
KATHLEEN, 3-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Great position, incredible and helpful staff
James, 2-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Absolutely fantastic place! You will not find anything better than this. We spent our honeymoon here and it’s one of the most romantic places you’ll find!
Chris, 6-night trip

8/10 Very good

Great position.Able to walk to all restaurants, etc. Just a few steps away from the Paihia ferry jetty.
3-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Super friendly and knowledgeable staff. Extra features like free bikes and kayak usage
Wray, 2-night trip

8/10 Very good

We had a great stay here at the Commodores Lodge. We had a wedding to go to next door at the Duke of Marlborough. It was a perfect spot to have a swim on an extremely hot day. We loved that we could take the Kyacks and bikes without having to ask. The accom interior was pleasant, a bit dated but not bad considering the location and proximity to everything. Would stay again.
Bridget, 2-night trip

8/10 Very good

Property was nice & clean, location was right on the water & central to everything. Property could do with a change of mattresses as they were very sold & hard to sleep on.
3-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

So close to all amenities, straight on the ferry to Paihia if we wanted to go
2-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Amazing with friendly staff
Sandra, 2-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

2-night trip

8/10 Very good

1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

This is the perfect place to stay in Russel and Sue and Hamid are the best hosts
6-night trip

8/10 Very good

Very friendly staff close to beach spacious no air conditioning so bit hot
2-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Lovely family atmosphere, good sized suite
2-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

3-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

8-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Nice spot loved the room right next to the pool.the owners sue and hameed were very friendly.
2-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Memorable experience, will be back
An amazing stay, loved the town, loved the accommodation and the service and had a memorable time. We drove around the North Island and stayed in a number of very reputable chains and hotels but the experience at Commodores Lodge was genuinely superior. units were large enough to accommodate us (family of 4), clean and very well maintained. location is certainly best you get in Russell. the pool was nice and convenient specially for our children, they absolutely loved it. Finally a big thank you to hosts Sue and Hamid for their smiling and welcoming faces and looking after us during our stay.
Arash, 2-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

We rented the 2 bedroom unit. It was great, lots of room. The French press coffee is excellent! Close to everything.
Chris, 1-night trip

8/10 Very good

Great value in Russell
Couldn't have asked for a better location! The Commodore is right in the middle of town and perfect for a stay in Russell if you don't want to use your car at all! The management on site were very friendly and helpful and our room was nicely opened and fresh for our arrival. We had a very enjoyable and comfortable stay and for the value of this lovely property would happily come again. The single beds were not as comfortable for tall adults however they would be fine for children I am sure! Free wifi was great throughout the grounds - occasionally dropped out however this was only for short periods. Free bikes and kayaks are available for guest use too

8/10 Very good

Wedding getaway
Everything was pretty good, made use of the spa... didn’t quite have time to take the kayak for a paddle. All in all a pleasant stay.
cam, 2-night trip

8/10 Very good

Host was very accommodating and friendly, we arrived late after the long drive at night and was still able to check in at 9pm. Cute village and great hotel location.
3-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Briliant accommodation in the ideal situation.
This property had everything we needed for a great stay in Russel. It couldn't have been better located - we could walk straight out on to the harbour side. We have a sitting room/diner, large bedroom and spacious bathroom. The courtyard is an ideal retreat from the town and the tourists but still gives you access to all the amenities that Russel has to offer. Our hosts were discrete but always available for help and advice. We would book there again without hesitation.
John, 3-night trip