Our two nights stay here was a real highlight of our holiday in the North. Our room, beautifully appointed, with views over the water, was very difficult to leave with its enormous bed and comfortable couch and chairs inviting you to curl up and read. The food was excellent, the service and courtesy from the staff wonderful, and we just... More

The location of this lovely old building cannot be faulted and neither can the helpful, friendly staff who were first-rate. Two things let this hotel down; it is 'tired' with torn wallpaper in the room we stayed in & as it was a double room, we would have expected more than one chair! The other problem was that it turns... More

We also took advantage of an excellent GrabOne offer to experience two nights at the Dukeof Marlborough in Russell, and thoroughly enjoyed the experience. Our room was not large, but it was beautifully presented, with a lovely modern en-suite. We had a delicious dinner - lots of seafood - and excellent breakfasts included in the price. The staff were attentive... More

Cannot believe we have such a jewel so close & unspoiled in our own backyard. I purchased this on a GrabOne deal - I don't usually do this as I find the service on those type of things second rate - this place proved me wrong. Fantastic restaurant & superb service by (most) staff. This was a lovely quick getaway... More

Russell provided us with amazing weather, scenery and historical knowledge but The Duke of Marlborough was the ultimate in terms of accommodation and meals. Our room was arguably the best in Russell with outstanding views of the waterfront, jetty and those unforgettable sunsets. Staff at The Duke were friendly and helpful and the food was gorgeous. Our time at The... More

I was fortunate enough to have a third visit (from Sydney) to the gorgeous Duke and Russell, most recently just last week. The room was fabulous and dinner that evening in the restaurant was very nice. Vicky and the staff are wonderful and so friendly. Breakfast is included and, whilst the cheapest Australian Shiraz was $100 (I'm not usually in... More

The location, the food, the room and the staff were great in all aspects, thanks especially Jenny and Rachel. We are planning to have our wedding reception there and we are thrilled with all the preparations and we got a excellent feedback from them at The Duke. PS. We loved the capsicum soup and the homemade bread.

Visited Russell and stayed at The Duke during a driving trip of the North Island. Russell is a very interesting historical town with a superb location (you will use a car ferry to get there). The Duke was thoroughly enjoyable with a great location and an excellent restaurant. Be sure to have dinner on the porch. We stayed in a... More

The Duke of Marlborough is situated in Rusell, a nice little holiday town on the east cost north of Auckland. The Duke is perfect situated right on the water front and there was live folk music late afternoon. The weather was perfect and people was enjoying the good food and drinks at the Duke. We had booked the bungalow for... More