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The Commodores Lodge

2.0 star property
On beach with outdoor pool, near Lookout

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Sundeck
On the beach, kayaking
42-inch flat-screen TV with digital channels, TV
Outdoor pool, sun loungers
Exterior
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

  • Hot Tub
  • Pool
  • Parking included
  • Laundry
  • Kitchen
  • Free WiFi

Room options

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View all photos for 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
  • 30.0 sq m
  • 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
  • 40 sq m
  • Sea view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

View all photos for Family Suite, 2 Bedrooms, Accessible, Non Smoking

Frette Italian sheets, premium bedding, down comforters

Family Suite, 2 Bedrooms, Accessible, Non Smoking

Highlights

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

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Frette Italian sheets, premium bedding, down comforters

Comfort Room, 1 Bedroom, Accessible, Pool View

Highlights

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

View all photos for 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
  • 50 sq m
  • 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
  • 39.9 sq m
  • 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
  • 40 sq m
  • 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
  • Flagstaff Hill - 15 min walk
  • Paihia Wharf - 28 min drive
  • Waitangi Treaty Grounds - 32 min drive
  • Paihia Beach - 34 min drive

Getting around

  • Kerikeri (KKE-Bay of Islands) - 58 min drive

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

Motel near Flagstaff Hill
Located close to Lookout and Long Beach, The Commodores Lodge provides a terrace, a garden, and laundry facilities. This motel is a great place to bask in the sun with a beachfront location and kayaking. For some rest and relaxation, visit the hot tub. Guests can connect to free in-room WiFi.
You'll also enjoy perks such as:
  • An outdoor pool and a children's pool, with sun loungers
  • Free self parking
  • Free bicycle rentals, tour/ticket assistance, and barbecue grills
  • Smoke-free premises
Room features
All guestrooms are individually furnished, and boast comforts such as premium bedding and furnished balconies, as well as thoughtful touches like pillow menus and free WiFi.
Extra conveniences in all rooms include:
  • Heating and portable fans
  • Frette Italian sheets, Select Comfort beds, and down comforters
  • Bathrooms with showers and free toiletries
  • 42-inch flat-screen TVs with premium channels
  • Wardrobes/closets, kitchens, and refrigerators

Languages

English

Property amenities

Internet

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

Parking and transportation

  • Free self parking on site

Things to do

  • Children's pool
  • Free bicycle rentals
  • Kayaking
  • Outdoor pool
  • Spa tub

Family friendly

  • Children's pool
  • In-room kitchen
  • In-room microwave
  • In-room refrigerator
  • Laundry facilities
  • Outdoor pool

Conveniences

  • Laundry facilities
  • Limited-hour front desk

Guest services

  • Housekeeping (on request)
  • Tour and ticket assistance

Outdoors

  • Barbecue grill
  • Garden
  • On the beach
  • On the waterfront
  • Picnic area
  • Pool loungers
  • Terrace

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • No elevator (single-level property)

More

  • Smoke-free property

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Blackout drapes
  • Down comforter
  • Frette Italian sheets
  • Pillow menu
  • Select Comfort mattress

Bathroom

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

Entertainment

  • 42-inch flat-screen TV with premium digital channels

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Electric kettle
  • Kitchen
  • Microwave
  • Refrigerator
  • Stovetop
  • Toaster

More

  • Heating
  • Individual decor
  • Individual furnishings
  • Portable fan

Policies

Check-in

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

Check-out before 10 AM

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

Access methods

Front desk (limited hours)

Pets

Pets not allowed (service animals welcome)

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
Rollaway/extra beds are available for NZD 30.0 per day
Cribs (infant beds) are available for NZD 20.0 per day

Property payment types

Important information

Optional extras

  • Crib (infant bed) fee: NZD 20.0 per day
  • Rollaway bed fee: NZD 30.0 per day

The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may not include tax and are subject to change.

You need to know

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
This property accepts credit cards; cash is not accepted

We should mention

This property does not have elevators

National rating

For the benefit of our customers, we have provided a rating based on our rating system.

Property is 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 have a pool?

Yes, this property has an outdoor pool and a children's pool.

Is The Commodores Lodge pet-friendly?

No, only service animals are welcome at the property.

How much is parking at The Commodores Lodge?

Self parking is free at this property.

What time is check-in at The Commodores Lodge?

Check-in start time: 2 PM; Check-in end time: 7:00 PM. Late check-in is available during limited hours.

What time is check-out at The Commodores Lodge?

Check-out is at 10 AM.

Where is The Commodores Lodge located?

Nestled on the beach, this Russell motel is within 1 mi (2 km) of Lookout, Flagstaff Hill, and Long Beach. Paihia Wharf and St Paul’s Church are also within 3 mi (5 km).

The Commodores Lodge Reviews

Reviews

9.2

Wonderful

Rating 10 - Excellent. 21 out of 36 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 14 out of 36 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 36 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 1 out of 36 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 36 reviews

9.0/10

Cleanliness

9.4/10

Staff & service

9.2/10

Amenities

8.8/10

Property conditions & facilities

8.4/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

benjamin

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
An excellent property in the heart of Russell.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2025

8/10 Good

Tania

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
This property is perfectly placed in the heart of the Russell waterfront however once you stepped into the property it was quiet and serene. You would not have known you were right next to busy restaurants aa there was no noise at all. Very close to the wharf, with many restaurants and conveniences within easy walking distance. While some of the decor is a little dated, it has been very well maintained and you can see the owners have continued to upgrade parts of the property. The room was very pleasant to stay in. The service was excellent, they were able to accommodate a slightly early check in, which was very much appreciated, so that we could leave our car parked at the property while we enjoyed a tour to the hole in the rock. We would not hesitate to stay here again!
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Chris

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
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!
Stayed 6 nights in Nov 2024

8/10 Good

Andrea

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Really close to everything and what we needed
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Carleen

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great room and location, faultless and service impeccable
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

James

Traveled with family and small children
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great position, incredible and helpful staff
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2023

8/10 Good

Verified traveler

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Great position.Able to walk to all restaurants, etc. Just a few steps away from the Paihia ferry jetty.
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2020

10/10 Excellent

Wray, Florida

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Super friendly and knowledgeable staff. Extra features like free bikes and kayak usage
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2020

8/10 Good

Bridget, Matakana

Traveled with family and small children
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
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.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2020

8/10 Good

Verified traveler

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
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.
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2020

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
So close to all amenities, straight on the ferry to Paihia if we wanted to go
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2019

10/10 Excellent

Sandra

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Amazing with friendly staff
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2019

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2019

8/10 Good

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2019

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Traveled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
This is the perfect place to stay in Russel and Sue and Hamid are the best hosts
Stayed 6 nights in Feb 2019

8/10 Good

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Very friendly staff close to beach spacious no air conditioning so bit hot
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2019

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Lovely family atmosphere, good sized suite
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2019

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2019

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 8 nights in Jan 2019

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Nice spot loved the room right next to the pool.the owners sue and hameed were very friendly.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2019

10/10 Excellent

Arash

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
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.
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2018

10/10 Excellent

Chris, Minneapolis

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
We rented the 2 bedroom unit. It was great, lots of room. The French press coffee is excellent! Close to everything.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2018

8/10 Good

Melinda

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
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 Good

cam, auxkland

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
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.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2018

8/10 Good

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
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.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2018