The 19th-century Duke Hotel is located on the waterfront, overlooking the stunning Bay of Islands. It features a guest lounge, restaurant and bar and garden bar, as well as a gymnasium. Free Wi-Fi is available throughout the property. Located in Russell town center, The Duke of Marlborough is just 4 minutes walk from Russell Museum and the historic Pompallier House. Paihia is a 40-minute drive away. The rooms feature modern decor with a traditional twist. Each room includes a refrigerator and satellite TV. Some rooms offer a private balcony and bay views. The Duke of Marlborough's restaurant offers a range of New Zealand favorites, including locally caught seafood. An extensive list of local wines is available at the waterfront House Bar. Guests can relax in the cozy lounge, which features a fireplace. Local activities include dolphin watching, swimming and fishing. The hotel can arrange dry cleaning and luggage storage upon request.

Couples in particular like the location – they rated it 9.8 for a two-person trip.

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Property Highlights

Located in the best-rated area in Russell, this hotel has an excellent location score of 9.8

Want a great night's sleep? This hotel was highly-rated for its very comfy beds.

Free private parking


Availability

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Room Type
Number of guests
 
1 king bed
or
2 twin beds
1 king bed
and
1 sofa bed
or
2 twin beds
and
1 sofa bed
1 twin bed
and
1 full bed
1 queen bed
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Property practices

This property told us they've implemented certain practices across some or all of these categories: waste, water, energy and greenhouse gases, destination and community, and nature.
Guest reviews

Categories:

Staff
9.2
Facilities
8.9
Cleanliness
9.3
Comfort
9.3
Value for money
8.6
Location
9.8
Free WiFi
8.6
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  • K
    Karissa
    United States of America United States of America
    The rooms were very clean, had lots of natural light, and were well apointed with a modern design. The bathroom was spacious for a family of 3. The dining room, while small and located primarily outdoors, was comfortable. There was a nice...
  • Louise
    New Zealand New Zealand
    We enjoyed the private bungalow suite, it was so comfortable and clean, a gem of a place, will book there again in the future, loved it
  • Michael
    United States of America United States of America
    Terrific facility in the heart of Russell. Oozes the history of the hotel and surrounding village.

Hotel area info

Restaurants
1 Restaurant On Site

  • Duke of Marlborough
    • Cuisine
      Local
    • Open for
      Breakfast • Lunch • Dinner
    • Ambience
      Family-friendly • Modern
    • Dietary options
      Vegetarian • Gluten-free

Amenities of The Duke Of Marlborough
Great facilities! Review score, 8.9

Most popular amenities
  • Free parking
  • Free WiFi
  • Non-smoking rooms
  • Facilities for disabled guests
  • Fitness center
  • Beachfront
  • Restaurant
  • Bar
Bathroom
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels
  • Bathtub or shower
  • Private Bathroom
  • Toilet
  • Free toiletries
  • Hairdryer
  • Shower
Bedroom
  • Alarm clock
Outdoors
  • Beachfront
Kitchen
  • Electric kettle
  • Refrigerator
Room Amenities
  • Socket near the bed
Activities
  • Beach
  • Tennis equipment
  • Tennis court
    Off-site
Media & Technology
  • Streaming service (like Netflix)
  • iPod dock
  • Flat-screen TV
  • Satellite channels
  • Radio
  • Telephone
  • TV
Food & Drink
  • Wine/Champagne
    Additional charge
  • Kids' meals
    Additional charge
  • Special diet meals (on request)
  • Bar
Internet
WiFi is available in all areas and is free of charge.
Parking
Free private parking is available at a location nearby (reservation is not needed).
  • Electric vehicle charging station
  • Accessible parking
Services
  • Daily housekeeping
  • Fax/Photocopying
    Additional charge
  • Tour desk
  • Packed lunches
  • Wake-up service/Alarm clock
  • Meeting/Banquet facilities
    Additional charge
Front Desk Services
  • Invoice provided
Safety & security
  • CCTV outside property
  • CCTV in common areas
  • Smoke alarms
  • Key access
  • 24-hour security
General
  • Air conditioning
  • Smoke-free property
  • Heating
  • Carpeted
  • Elevator
  • Facilities for disabled guests
  • Non-smoking rooms
Accessibility
  • Lowered sink
  • Toilet with grab rails
  • Wheelchair accessible
  • Upper floors accessible by elevator
Spa
  • Fitness
  • Fitness center
Languages Spoken
  • English

House rules

The Duke Of Marlborough takes special requests – add in the next step!

Check-in

From 3:00 PM to 9:00 PM

Guests are required to show a photo ID and credit card at check-in

Check-out

From 12:00 AM to 10:00 AM

 

Cancellation/
prepayment

Cancellation and prepayment policies vary according to accommodations type. Please enter the dates of your stay and check what conditions apply to your preferred room.

Children & Beds

Child policies

Children of all ages are welcome.

Children 6 and above will be charged as adults at this property.

To see correct prices and occupancy info, add the number and ages of children in your group to your search.

Crib and extra bed policies

0 - 2 years
Extra bed upon request
Free
Crib upon request
Free
3 - 11 years
Extra bed upon request
Free
12 - 16 years
Extra bed upon request
NZD 35 per child, per night

Prices for cribs and extra beds aren't included in the total price. They'll have to be paid for separately during your stay.

The number of extra beds and cribs allowed depends on the option you choose. Check your selected option for more info.

All cribs and extra beds are subject to availability.

Age restriction

The minimum age for check-in is 18

Pets

Pets are not allowed.

Groups

When booking more than 4 rooms, different policies and additional supplements may apply.

Mastercard Visa Eftpos American Express Cash is not accepted The Duke Of Marlborough accepts these cards and reserves the right to temporarily hold an amount prior to arrival.

The fine print
Must-know information for guests at this property

Guests planning to arrive outside regular front desk hours are requested to inform the hotel in advance. Contact details can be found in the booking confirmation.

Guests are required to show a photo ID and credit card upon check-in. Please note that all Special Requests are subject to availability and additional charges may apply.

Please inform The Duke Of Marlborough of your expected arrival time in advance. You can use the Special Requests box when booking, or contact the property directly using the contact details in your confirmation.

FAQs about The Duke Of Marlborough

  • Check-in at The Duke Of Marlborough is from 3:00 PM, and check-out is until 10:00 AM.

  • The Duke Of Marlborough offers the following activities/services (charges may apply):

    • Fitness center
    • Tennis court
    • Beachfront
    • Tennis equipment
    • Beach
    • Fitness

  • Room options at The Duke Of Marlborough include:

    • Double
    • Twin/Double
    • Apartment

  • The Duke Of Marlborough is 800 feet from the center of Russell. All distances are measured in straight lines. Actual travel distances may vary.

  • The Duke Of Marlborough has 1 restaurant:

    • Duke of Marlborough

  • The nearest beach is 0.6 miles from The Duke Of Marlborough. All distances are measured in straight lines. Actual travel distances may vary.

  • The prices at The Duke Of Marlborough may vary depending on your stay (e.g. dates, hotel's policy etc.). To see prices, enter your dates.