Free
Children allowed

Facilities

Offsite parking discounted rates available
Electric bicycle charging station
Parking
Non-smoking rooms
Family rooms
Fax/photocopying
Facilities for disabled guests
Non-smoking throughout
Wheelchair accessible
Lower bathroom sink
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Review Highlights

Pros:
Great location
Clean and comfortable rooms
Friendly staff
Cons:
Minor maintenance issues in rooms
Rude property owner noted in one review

Categories

Cleanliness
8.58
All apartments were noted as clean, but minor issues in one review affected the overall perception.
Service
9.99
Positive comments about staff service and responsiveness enhanced the rating significantly.
Location
9.59
Repeated mentions of great locations and proximity to attractions contributed positively.
Room Quality
9.04
Rooms were generally comfortable and well-equipped, with a few minor maintenance issues indicated.
Amenities
9.07
Amenities like kitchenette and outdoor facilities were appreciated, with no significant negatives mentioned.
Value for Money
8.53
Some reviews indicate that while the stay was enjoyable, a few felt issues detracted from value.
Food and Beverage
9.08
The lack of included meals was noted, but proximity to dining options mitigated this concern.
Overall Experience
9.75
Overall positivity about the experience reflects a high satisfaction level.
* This sentiment is summarized by AI based on user reviews.
Updated at: 2026-01-10 19:36

Property Description

Waterfront Paradise

Luxurious Accommodation Options
Experience the choice of apartments or lodge rooms, all with stunning sea views. Each unit comes with a private balcony or patio, free WiFi, and modern amenities including an LCD TV.

Convenient Facilities
Enjoy complimentary use of kayaks, secure off-street parking, shared laundry, and BBQ facilities. Need help planning activities? Our reception can assist with arranging fishing charters upon request.

Ready to experience the beauty of Kororareka Bay? Book your stay at Hananui Lodge and Apartments now!

Important information:

If you expect to arrive outside reception opening hours, please inform Hananui Lodge and Apartments in advance, using the contact details found on the booking confirmation.

Please note that there is a 2% charge when you pay with an American Express or Diners Club credit card.This property does not accommodate bachelor(ette) or similar parties.
Guests under the age of 18 can only check in with a parent or official guardian.

Check-in and check-out hours:
Check-out: 10:00 AM
Airport code: KKE

Property Policies

  • Groups

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

  • Parking

    Free private parking is possible on site (reservation is not needed).

  • Internet

    WiFi is available in all areas and is free of charge.

  • Pets

    Pets are not allowed.

  • Children and extra bed policy

    Children of any age are allowed.
    Children up to and including 2 years old stay for free when using an available cot.
    Children up to and including 2 years old stay for free when using an existing bed.
    You haven't added any extra beds.
    Any type of extra bed or child's cot/crib is upon request and needs to be confirmed by management.

Location

Guest Reviews

9.2
Based on 694 reviews
Cleanliness: 8.58
Service: 9.99
Location: 9.59
Room Quality: 9.04
Amenities: 9.07
Value for Money: 8.53
Food and Beverage: 9.08
Overall Experience: 9.75
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Tim • couple • au
9
A famous inn, in a legendary town. Worth the drive from Auckland. Even in the rain.
Pros:

The boat shed is tucked away perfectly back from the Strand, offering water and boat views without passing foot traffic. As a relatively late addition to this historical lodge, the room felt brand new. I initially booked the wrong date, but the property cheerfully refunded, and I rebooked straight away. The reception staff were still there waiting for us even though we were quite a bit later than our original ETA.

Cons:

We picked a bad weather weekend, but in such a fantastic location, a quick dash along the Strand delivered many excellent dining options in the eve, and a bakery and coffee shop across the road in the morning.

2026-06-01 • via Nuitee
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Jennifer • solo_traveller • nz
10
Location Extraordinaire
Pros:

Location is everything here, right on the waterfront with handy shops on the other side. Friendly and helpful hosts (sorry I was slow to notice you waving at me on Thursday night! ). Beautifully maintained property. An easy stroll to everything in town. Great dining a stone's throw away. Comfy couch (great for knitting!), good bed, lovely bathroom, nice little area out front that trapped the sun. Easy parking. No negatives at all from my point of view. The Duke is a must visit for an early evening drink or meal. Good cocktails at the Nauti Penguin nearby. A quick drive or walk over to the coffee cart at beautiful Long Beach. Short drive to Tāpeka Point.

2026-05-31 • via Nuitee
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Philip • family_with_children • nz
9
Pros:

Excellent location with beautiful views. We had three units for a family celebration and this worked out very well. The two upstairs units closest to the sea were great for getting everyone together and we appreciated being able to get between the units easily.

Cons:

Nil

2026-05-30 • via Nuitee
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Wendy • couple • nz
10
Good choice of accommodation
Pros:

Great location, well fitted out and comfortable apartment

2026-05-21 • via Nuitee
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Malissa • solo_traveller • nz
10
Pros:

Fabulous staff, beautiful clean accommodation

Cons:

Nothing, everything was great

2026-05-19 • via Nuitee
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Simon • couple • nz
10
Very clean, quiet and comfortable. Awesome location. Excellent value for money.
Pros:

Very clean, quiet and comfortable. Awesome location just a short stroll to Russell Wharf.
Excellent value for money. We've stayed here before and will always look to stay here whenever we travel to the Bay of Islands.

Cons:

Nothing - it's a great venue.

2026-05-15 • via Nuitee
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Lucia • couple • au
9
Excellent
Pros:

Lovely location, nice size room. Clean and good little kitchen

2026-05-14 • via Nuitee
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Zeth • solo_traveller • nz
7
2026-05-13 • via Nuitee
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Katrina • extended_group • nz
8
Pros:

Amazing location, woke to the sound of drums from a yacht moored in the bay (just a bonus not part of the package) with the sunlight dappling through the lovely old Pohutukawa trees. Gorgeous

2026-05-10 • via Nuitee
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Simon • solo_traveller • nz
9
Great location comfortable clean and friendly staff
Pros:

Very large apartment staff very helpful and friendly

Cons:

Nothing

2026-05-02 • via Nuitee
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Rendong • extended_group • nz
3
2026-05-01 • via Nuitee
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Kathy • solo_traveller • au
10
I moved here after staying somewhere else and I regret not staying here for my entire trip. Loved everything about this
Pros:

Location was fabulous, staff friendly- well fitted out

Cons:

Nothing- it was perfect

2026-04-29 • via Nuitee
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Sally • couple • nz
9
We absolutely loved our stay and would recommend to anyone. The owners could not have been more friendly or helpful
Pros:

A beautiful spot on the beachfront beside a reserve

Cons:

It was light spacious and very well equipped

2026-04-20 • via Nuitee
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Rochelle • couple • nz
8
Fabulous break.
Pros:

The apartment has everything you need, including a kitchen for self catering. The location is so central we hardly used our car as everything is very close. We would stay here again if we come back to Russell.

2026-04-17 • via Nuitee
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Tracy • couple • au
10
Loved it, loved Russell, restaurants great!
Pros:

Really beautifully renovated. Very tidy! Beautifully presented. Everything in the kitchen you need. Soft comfortable beds.

Cons:

Nothing! Though if I had known about the waterfront facing rooms I would have tried to book one- they looked fab!

2026-04-11 • via Nuitee
• family_with_children • nz
9
2026-04-10 • via Nuitee
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Titima • couple • nz
9
Pros:

Location / cleanliness
Room was well equipped and thoughtfully catered.
Hosts were very accommodating.

2026-04-06 • via Nuitee
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Marie • couple • gb
10
2026-04-06 • via Nuitee
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Brett • couple • nz
10
All round excellent
Pros:

ALL WAS EXCELLENT AND WE HOPE TO BOOK THE SAME PLACE ADN UNIT NEXT YEAR

2026-04-06 • via Nuitee
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Rosemary m • couple • nz
10
A great get away to a lovely spot
Pros:

So close to everything … clean sunny and safe

Cons:

Nothing not to like

2026-04-06 • via Nuitee