Bellrock Lodge

Location, cleanliness, hospitality, view

Steep hill to reach the property

Wonderful views from the balcony, comfortable bed, good shower, easy to find, welcoming hosts, well appointed

The driveway is quite steep

Great location and wonderful view over that part of Russell! Catherine was super friendly and even accommodated us checking in slightly earlier. The room was spacious and the patio was lovely to sit out on and enjoy our time there.

The bed, sheets, towels all of high quality, presentation and cleanliness of high standard, modern technology for tv sound system Enjoyed a spa to relax in and OH MY THE VIEW WAS GORGEOUS

Steep turn to get into the lodge but all durable with car parking available

Location and view over the Russell bay was excellent. The apartment was well appointed and the hosts had thought of and provided everything. The best setup in our 2 weeks of travelling the country including a heat pump and dish washer and a communal bbq and spa. Loved the blinds over the windows.

We could not think of anything.

Great views and fantastic bathroom

Steep driveway when walking

Wonderful place to stay with stunning views. Easy walk to Russell town. Steep walking back but worth the effort

Perfect location. Lovely view Very clean and well equipped. Would stay here again.

Nothing

Quite close to the centre. Beautiful view. Large balcony and large room with kitchen facilities. Useful local information provided

It was a little bit pricey, and there was a charge for using the washing machine

Although we arrived a bit before check in, we were able to access our room. Close to town, fantastic view and kitchenette is well equipped.

My better half slept absolutely fine, but the noises from neighbours kept me up. (Also, we were next to the laundry and someone had the dryer running all night.)

Amenities+ wonderful view

The view.

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Everything - nothing more you could ask for really

Nothing but if had to choose something would be steep drive ❤️

Great location and views, comfortable room, great bathroom. Bonus facilities included a washing machine and tumble dryer for use with a modest fee. Very friendly and helpful host. Plenty of storage space.

We loved everything!

Gorgeous lodge. Fantastic views and lovely hosts. Great sized rooms with everything we needed

Close to town but a steep hill - hence views

The host was kind, helpful and thought of every detail

Beautiful view and very quiet

One of the best equipped apartments I’ve stayed in. Absolutely great. Clean, great facilities, good location and fantastic view. Thank you, thank you.

Nothing

Stunning unobstructed view from the generously appointed and spacious room. Glass doors opened for the width of the balcony. Spotlessly clean as well. Hosts were approachable and engaging.

It's not what we didn't like. It's just to point out that the access is very steep. That's the price you pay for a brilliant view.

We stayed here for six nights and really, really enjoyed our stay. The view from the room was absolutely amazing and something we appreciated every single day. The room was very clean and had everything we needed. The kitchenette was well equipped, with everything required to cook comfortably, and the bed was very comfortable, which meant we slept very well. It was also very quiet, making it a perfect place to relax. The location is excellent — within walking distance to the town centre if you don’t feel like driving, and very close to Long Beach, which is only a couple of minutes’ drive away or a nice walk if you enjoy walking. Everything is close and convenient.

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Very clean, beautiful views of the town and harbour., 10 minute walk to shops and restaurants, comfortable bed, great shower.

Very steep hill to drive up to the property

Spectacular view from the balcony

Nothing really

Very friendly host and the room was great

Nothing comes to mind

View bodies for. Nice and close to walk to Russell. Nice landscaping and heaps ofbird life including works, silver eyes, fantails, tui quail and a Kerry.

Felt maybe could have new towels earlier but host washable to supply them anyway when asked

The rooms were clean and spacious with everything we needed. Plus we had an amazing view from our balcony. Our hosts Catherine and Stuart were wonderful! And of course their four legged friend Piper was too, got to take her for a walk hehe

Nil

Très bien situé très belle vue tout est propre et bien entretenu on reviendra volontiers

Beautiful room with all necessary amenities plus more. View from balcony was incredible.

Nothing!

Absolutely lovely stay. The room had everything you could need and a beautiful view. I would highly recommend this hotel and would definitely stay again.

The hotel is very close to town but is up a pretty steep hill. It was easy to walk into town but anyone with mobility challenges might need to drive instead.

The property was clean tidy close to all shops would stay again

Position of Bellrock was so convenient location location location, wonderful view from your room over looking the bay with a veranda to enjoy a cold wine or morning coffee

Just a little thing but would be so beneficial that if a fly screen to keep bugs out on those hot summer nights and let the breeze flow through

Het uitzicht

Lag erg hoog, steile helling op en af lopen om naar de baai te gaan. Jacuzi was zanderig en rook erg naar chloor.

Preis Leistung passt! Super sauber nette Host perfekt!

Nichts

Fantastic location. Immaculate accommodation every detail for guests considered. Best we’ve experienced in Northland. Exceptional.

Nothing

Friendly and obliging host - Catherine was welcoming and helpful. Great kitchen facilities including a dishwasher. Excellent bathroom. Enjoyed the balcony. Fabulous views. Perfect location - short walk to centre.

Enjoyed the view and the cleanliness of the property and the room. Location was close to the main street and pubs and resturants but far enough away to be nice and quiet and peaceful.

To be fair there was nothing I didn't like or enjoy about The property

Clean tidy, easily accessible

All good

A spacious studio with a huge balcony and a fantastic view.

Nothing comes to mind

Perfect position, lovely welcome

The decking a bit close, not very private

阳台的风景很好 老板很友善 总体体验挺好的

Lovely rooms and hosts . Great veiw and a short walk into town

Leaving

The property as wonderful, clean airy spacious with all the cooking utensils you could possibly need The room itself was well appointed with a good selection of CD and DVDs available Didn’t try the spa but this area looked clean and well maintained Best of all was the balcony which gives a fantastic view of the stunning bay below just like the Caribbean

Nothing it was fantastic

Great place.

Amazing view, great and fully equipped room and facilities and had the best weather to top it off.

Comfortable, clean and modern

Well positioned close to the centre with the most lovely vista out toward Paihia. Easy check-in, great facilities.

Lovely property very clean - beautiful views.

Lovely hosts. Love the coffee pods, the quality crockery and cutlery, bathrobes and live the view from the room and balcony.

This place has it all. Exceptional standards of everything supplied in the room and quality of all the necessities from the bed to the appliances it has everything you would want or need all at a high standard. Clean, fresh, light and cosy and with a stunning view to compliment it all. A real pleasure to stay. We will definitely be back!

The rooms were exceptionally well set up and provided. Light, spacious, airy. Owner was lovely and thoughtful

Close to town, short walk

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We liked Bellrock Lodge and this little village so much, we even extended our stay! :) It is worth staying longer in Kororareka Russell and especially at Bellrock Lodge, so let us tell you why: Bellrock Lodge is situated on a little hill (if you walk, there are a few steep meters) and because of that, you will have the most amazing views from your terrace over the coast. On clear days you will even see as far as Waitangi. The apartment and the terrace are quite spacious, even the bathroom offers more than usual space in rental properties. It is very nice equipped. The garden is beautiful so you also see beautiful garden greenery from the terrace. The hosts Catherine and Stuart are very kind and responded fast via WhatsApp. Their sweet dog Piper was also a great host and excited to offer play time with her favorite football and such :D Catherine and Stuart were always very hospitable, so for instance, if you get in a morning rain like us, getting new towels is easy peasy, just a message/call away ;-) The Lodge offers great amendities: laundry, dryer, DVD Library (great selection, we loved it), CD and Book Library aswell... To top it off, the Whirlpool and BBQ area are great, with superb views also. We loved to enjoy the Spa, especially on rainy days. In addition to that, we highly appreciated how thoughtful everything is equipped, there are umbrellas in the driveway, wineglasses from plastic for the Spa, different chairs (even comfy reading/TV chairs), more than 2 different towel sizes and many more things like that.. We have travelled a lot and Bellrock Lodge is one of our favorites. You nearly forget, that you are at a self-service accomendation because everything is so thoughtfully done. Thank you Catherine & Stuart! P.s. It is worth staying longer, you can experience a lot in the area, walk to the beaches from Bellrock if you want to, get groceries and have great restaurants/cafés in town.

What is not to like? We didn't miss anything and had a perfect stay, but you should be aware that there is a few (maybe 20?) steep meters to get to the Lodge. The walls are a bit thin, we didn't mind though and it was still quiet and tranquil enough for us. (We live in a calm 5000 ppl village, so in a calm environment)

Close to town, great views

Nothing

It was only for one night and for a short amount of time spent in the room. I would go again without a second thought if anywhere else if Russell was my destination and I highly recommend it for others. Actually already have told someone who has a group going up in a few months for a wedding. As soon as I walked in..and friend..we were delighted. The view was fantastic and the unit was very handy to the Duke where we were spending the evening. Thanks for Catherine.

Oh..well just the microwave light was very bright and as beds are in the kitchenette lounge(which is great-very homely) was abit annoying yet some would say a little light to get up with. For me, I hung a towel over the handle which dimmed it heaps.

Lovely location and beautiful view from balcony. Very steep hill to get to property, but that's why the view was great! Rooms were clean and very nicely laid out. Highly recommend.

The location was fantastic and views were amazing from our room. Bellrock was a close walk to go to the town centre to have meals and for walks along the waterfront.

We loved the whole experience.

Absolutely loved this place would love to come back there one day soon . Loved the view and a bonus having a spa

Good location

Very good, all amenities, toiletries and crockery that one may need were available. Excellent accommodation, will definitely be back.

We really enjoyed our stay at Bellrock. It has a stunning view over Russell with so many personal and thoughtful touches throughout the accomodations.

Quiet, luxurious and perfect!

Great view. Special additions for comfort & quality.

It was all great

Spotless, spacious & well equipped accommodation a few mins walk to centre. Stunning views from the balcony. We had a great 3 night stay. Laundry room, hot tub were nice extras. Quite a steep driveway for walking back but would not put me off returning or recommending. Hosts were attentive & responsive to any questions & requests.

Loved it! We travel the world and found this sweet place perfect for our Russell stay. Very well stocked studio, quiet, gorgeous views, super clean and comfortable.

Everything was amazing !!! Couldn’t fault our stay at all - will def be returning

Where do I start? The view from the rooms overlooking the Russell Harbor is spectacular. Such amazing attention to details and exceptional cleanliness. Plus Catherine helped us book activities during our stay. We truly can’t wait to return.

Nothing - the place was amazing!

Beautiful and well appointed

The hill but it’s nothing and really could not fault the place