Popular LocationTapeka Point Historic Reserve3 min drive
AirportKerikeri (KKE-Bay of Islands)58 min drive
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About this area
Russell
Located in Russell, Eagles Nest is in the historical district and on a private beach. Pompallier Mission and Waitangi Treaty Grounds are local landmarks, and the area's natural beauty can be seen at Tapeka Point and Flagstaff Hill. Kayaking and scuba diving offer great chances to get out on the surrounding water, or you can seek out an adventure with hiking/biking trails and skydiving nearby.
Upscale lodge on the beach, with 4 outdoor swimming pools
Spend the day on Eagles Nest's private sand beach or relax by one of the lodge's 4 outdoor swimming pools. All 5 individually decorated rooms provide free WiFi, free wired Internet and iPod docks. Guests can enjoy fireplaces, and other standard amenities include kitchens with fridges and hobs.
Eagles Nest offers 5 accommodations with fireplaces and iPod docking stations. Rooms open to balconies. This individually decorated and furnished accommodation has separate sitting areas. Beds feature Egyptian cotton sheets, down comforters and premium bedding. A pillow menu is available. 50-inch LED televisions come with premium digital channels, DVD players and pay-per-view films. Accommodation at this 5-star lodge has kitchens with full-sized fridge/freezers, hobs, separate dining areas and kitchenware and utensils. Bathrooms include bathrobes, slippers, designer toiletries and hairdryers.
Guests can surf the web using complimentary wired and wireless Internet access. Business-friendly amenities include desks and complimentary newspapers; free local calls are provided (restrictions may apply). Additionally, rooms include washers/dryers and minibars. Microwaves and in-room massages can be requested. Housekeeping is provided on a daily basis.
4 outdoor swimming pools and 5 hot tubs are on site. Other recreational amenities include a private beach, a sauna and a fitness centre.
The recreational activities listed below are available either on-site or nearby; fees may apply.
Guests can pamper themselves by indulging in the on-site spa services. There are massage/treatment rooms available. Services include facials, body treatments and manicures and pedicures.
Awards and affiliations
Eagles Nest is listed in the 2010 Condé Nast Traveller Gold List of the world's best places to stay.
Cleaning and safety practices
Enhanced cleanliness measures
Disinfectant is used to clean the property
High-touch surfaces are cleaned and disinfected
Sheets and towels are washed at 60°C or hotter
Check-in
Contactless social distancing and check-out
Cashless transactions are available for all charges at the property
Protective shields in place at main contact areas
Social distancing measures in place
Contactless room service is available.
Safety measures
Personal protective equipment worn by staff
Masks and gloves available
Hand sanitiser provided
At check-in, guests must provide a record of full COVID-19 vaccination
COVID-19 vaccination record requirement applies to all guests aged 12 and older; guests must have received complete COVID-19 vaccination at least 14 days prior to check-in
This information is provided by our partners.
Property amenities
Internet
Available in all rooms: Free WiFi and wired Internet
Available in some public areas: Free WiFi
Parking and public transport
Free self-parking on site
Free valet parking on site
Motorhome/coach/lorry parking on site
24-hour return airport shuttle (surcharge)
Airport shuttle on request
Free local area shuttle up to 5 mi
Free ferry terminal shuttle
Free shopping centre shuttle
Limo/town car service
Food and drink
Free full breakfast
1 bar
Room service available
Coffee/tea in a common area
Things to do
18 holes of golf
4 outdoor pools
5 hot tubs
Fitness centre
Free bike hire
Helicopter/aeroplane tours
Mountain biking
Sauna
Scooter/moped hire
Spa services
Family friendly
4 outdoor pools
Babysitting (surcharge)
DVD player
Free area shuttle
Free cots/infant beds
Full-sized fridge
Kitchen
Laundry facilities
Microwave (on request)
Separate dining area
Supervised childcare (surcharge)
Washer/dryer
Conveniences
Banquet hall
Free newspapers in reception
Front-desk safe
Gift shop/newsstand
Library
No lifts
Guest services
Concierge services
Daily housekeeping
Dry-cleaning service
Front desk (limited hours)
Laundry facilities
Luggage storage
Multilingual staff
Porter
Tour/ticket assistance
Wedding services
Languages spoken
English
Business services
Business centre
Conference space (17000 square feet)
A meeting room
Outdoors
BBQ grill(s)
Firepit
Garden
Picnic area
Private beachfront location
Terrace
Spa
Body treatments
Facials
Manicures and pedicures
Massages
Massage/treatment rooms
Accessibility
If you have any requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
This property offers transfers from the airport (surcharges may apply); guests must contact the property with arrival details before travel, using the contact information on the booking confirmation
If you are planning to arrive after 6:30 PM please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation
Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival
At check-in, guests must provide a record of full COVID-19 vaccination
COVID-19 vaccination record requirement applies to all guests aged 12 and older; guests must have received complete COVID-19 vaccination at least 14 days prior to check-in
Access methods
Staffed front desk
Pets
Pets not allowed (service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees)
Children and extra beds
Children are welcome
Kids stay free! Children stay free when using existing bedding
Free cots (infant beds)
Payment types
Important information
Optional extras
The following fees and deposits are charged by the property at the time of service, check-in or check-out.
Airport shuttle fee: NZD 540 per vehicle (roundtrip)
Airport shuttle fee per child: NZD 540 (roundtrip), (up to 2 years old)
Early check-in fee: NZD 2000 (subject to availability)
Late check-out fee: NZD 2000 (subject to availability)
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
The name on the credit card used at check-in to pay for incidentals must be the primary name on the guestroom reservation
This property accepts credit cards, debit cards and cash
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a security system and a first aid kit
We should mention
Only registered guests are allowed in the guestrooms
Property is also known as
EAGLES NEST Russell
EAGLES NEST Villa
EAGLES NEST Villa Russell
Eagles Nest Lodge Russell
Eagles Nest Lodge
Eagles Nest Russell
Eagles Nest Lodge Russell
Frequently asked questions
Yes, this property has 4 outdoor pools.
No, only service animals are welcome at the property.
Self parking and valet parking are free at this property.
Check-in is from 2 PM - 6:30 PM. Early check-in is available for a fee of NZD 2000 (subject to availability). Late check-in is available during limited hours.
Check-out is at 11 AM. Late check-out is available for NZD 2000 (subject to availability).
Yes, there's an airport shuttle that runs on request. A fee of NZD 540 per vehicle applies.
Located in Russell, this beachfront lodge is next to a golf course and within a 10-minute walk of Tapeka Point and Flagstaff Hill. Russell Beach and Tapeka Point Historic Reserve are also within 1 mi (2 km).
Overall score and ratings
5.0
Exceptional
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The most incredible place I've ever stayed. The First Light villa was absolutely beautiful, and the service was unbelievable. Highly, highly recommend to anyone travelling to this area.