New Zealand, Bay of Islands,. Stayed at the Duke of Marlborough Friday 13th Jan 2012 and it was excellent. However, it was fully booked the following night so we strolled down the road to the Hananui Lodge. It's fair to say we are not comparing apples for apples but the Hananui is right up there. For me money is a consideration and on that basis the Lodge fully deserves its No 1 billing. To add to that. Mine Hosts, John and Rongo are the friendliest, most knoweledgeable people you could wish to meet. There are two rooms equipped for people with disability and the bathrooms are huge.
- Hananui Hotel Russell
