Bellrock Lodge

This is an excellent place to stay in Russell with every facility you need. Rooms are studios with cooking facilities and are really spacious with fabulous decks with views over the harbour, a real asset for viewing the beautiful sunsets. The accommodation is immaculately clean, the beds super comfortable and the showers excellent. Catherine is a great host, there if you need her but not intrusive. It’s an easy downhill 5 minute walk into town, not so easy on the way home as it’s uphill and quite steep! However the upside of the steep hill is the amazing views.

Great location, just up the hill from Russell town centre. Good views from balcony over the Bay. Spacious room, good quality products provided, comfortable bed. Separate laundry available for 5NZD. Friendly welcome from Catherine and Stuart. Rooms not serviced daily, but that suited us, and items were provided immediately on request.

The property overlooks the little village and our room had water views as well. It is secluded and quiet and an easy stroll into the village- be prepared to walk off your dinner on return as it is uphill! The owners were welcoming and friendly offering recommendations as requested and local knowledge. The room was spacious and decorated and fitted to a very high standard The shower pressure was amazing and plenty of hot water. The bathroom had double basins and a bidet along with heated towel racks. There was a kitchenette that provided ample options for staying in and cooking along with a draw dishwasher. The Nespresso machine was appreciated. We loved the fact that there were comfortable lounge chairs as well as a veranda with table and chairs. The king size bed was extremely comfortable as were the pillows. A nice touch were the robes. There is a guest laundry available which we used and it was clean and everything provided for a nominal cost. DVDs were available there as were books for guests . We would love to stay longer next time as 2 nights was not enough. These are passionate hosts who know how to run an establishment. From our many trips to both Islands from across the ditch this establishment is up there with the best.

This was our most recent of several stays at this delightful property overlooking Russell and the Bay of Islands. The rooms are well-equipped, with a big comfy king bed, large bathroom and a kitchenette and two lounge chairs with footstools. The verandah has a table and chairs and is a great spot to watch the sunset. The owners have changed since our last stay, and the new owners are much more hands-off, tending to leave guests to their own devices. (The previous, more convivial hosts offered unique breakfasts upstairs, whereas the new owners will simply provide a continental breakfast the night before for an extra charge). However, we were happy to stay once again at what is a very nice lodge.

Stayed here for a few days whilst visiting Russell. Room was well-equipped with a great view. Plenty of other facilities on offer such as a spa, laundary room, DVD / Book library and limited food / drink options (but there are plenty of places to eat and the kitchenette within the room is well-equipped). Hosts were most welcoming and gave good advice as to where to visit. Point to bear in mind - the Lodge is at the top of a short but very steep drive and may prove difficult for visitors with mobility issues. Highly recommended!