The Duke of Marlborough Hotel

Recommended for

• Historic

  • The oldest licensed hotel in New Zealand, the Duke opened as a 'grog shop' in 1827

• Local exploring

  • In the heart of Russell, this is a great base for explorers and heritage buffs

• Great walks

  • The annual Bay of Islands Walking Weekend takes place each October with 18 routes, and is based in Russell

• Watersports

  • The waterfront location is perfect for boat trips, sailing, kayaking or snorkelling and diving excursions

• Restaurant

  • Expect delectable fare, with a focus on freshly caught seafood — including Waikare Inlet Oysters

• Tennis

  • Guests have access to nearby tennis courts, and the hotel can provide some equipment

• Self catering to rent

  • Some apartments have kitchens and dining areas

• Good wine list

  • Choose from more than 100 wines and 30 beers

• Child friendly

  • Cots and extra beds can be provided

• Sailing

• Rooms with balcony/terrace

• Birdwatching

• Snorkelling

• Trekking

• Charming

• Sit-out Terrace

• Lively area

• Local markets

• Museums

• Riding

• Fishing

• Cycling

• Families

• Landmark

• Golf

• Foodies

• Gym

• Antiques

• Luxury

• Wine tasting

• Beach nearby

• Kayaking

• Disabled access

• Diving

• Scuba course

Facilities

• Rooms

  38 rooms in this hotel

• Restaurant

  Expect delectable fare, with a focus on freshly caught seafood — including Waikare Inlet Oysters

• Self catering to rent

  Some apartments have kitchens and dining areas

• Good wine list

  Choose from more than 100 wines and 30 beers

• Child friendly

  Cots and extra beds can be provided

• Bar

• No pets

• Meeting Room

• Outdoor dining

• Rooms with balcony/terrace

• Parking

• Business Centre

• Wifi

• Sit-out Terrace

• Gym

• Disabled access

• Satellite / Cable TV

• Air conditioning

• In room music system

Activities

• Great walks

  • The annual Bay of Islands Walking Weekend takes place each October with 18 routes, and is based in Russell

• Watersports

  • The waterfront location is perfect for boat trips, sailing, kayaking or snorkelling and diving excursions

• Tennis

  • Guests have access to nearby tennis courts, and the hotel can provide some equipment

• Sailing

• Snorkelling

• Trekking

• Local markets

• Museums

• Riding

• Fishing

• Cycling

• Golf

• Birdwatching

• Wine tasting

• Kayaking

• Diving

• Scuba course

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