About this property

Situated across the road from Orongo Bay, Russell-Orongo Bay Holiday Park offers accommodation with 3 BBQ areas. Guests enjoy a swimming pool and a TV lounge with a open fireplace. Set on 14 acres, this holiday park is surrounded by a protective area for native New Zealand wildlife such as kiwi and weka birds. It is 5 minutes’ drive from the Russell ferry terminal and within 5 minutes' drive of Oneroa Bay. Paihia is 35 minutes’ drive away. All accommodation features access to a patio and a refrigerator. There are several communal kitchens available with a refrigerator, microwave and stove-tops. Other facilities include a grocery store, car and boat cleaning areas, bicycle hire and a self-service laundry. The property also includes a wood fire pizza oven, children's playground, campfire and a fish smoke house. There are a variety of activities in the surrounding areas including fishing, walking and birdwatching. Bike hire are is available on request.

Couples particularly like the location — they rated it 8.8 for a two-person trip.

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Property highlights

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    • If you have any questions after booking, this property responds fast.

    • Top location: Highly rated by recent guests (8.9)

    • Free parking available on-site


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Room type
Number of guests
 
1 double bed
1 single bed
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1 double bed
1 double bed
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4 bunk beds
1 double bed
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2 bunk beds
1 single bed
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1 double bed
1 double bed
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2 bunk beds
1 single bed
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1 double bed
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1 bunk bed
1 double bed
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4 bunk beds
Bedroom 1
1 double bed
Bedroom 2
1 double bed
1 double bed
Bedroom 1
1 double bed
Bedroom 2
2 bunk beds
Living room
2 sofa beds
1 single bed
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1 double bed
1 double bed
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1 bunk bed
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Guests who stayed here loved

  • Kevin
    New Zealand New Zealand
    Very reasonable cost, good size room, lots of native birds around the place. We practically had the place to ourselves so could hang out in the dining/lounge area as long as we liked. Great value for money.
  • Frances
    New Zealand New Zealand
    Absolutely loved our stay! If my partner could take the swimming pool with him; he would have! Definitely coming back within the next year for a Mum & Dad getaway so hopefully we catch the Kiwi this time around. Loved the whanaungatanga from...
  • Leah
    New Zealand New Zealand
    Environment, facilities, rooms and hosts were fantastic
  • Louise
    New Zealand New Zealand
    Loved the surroundings. Very peaceful and relaxing
  • Elaine
    New Zealand New Zealand
    The beds were incredibly comfy. The rooms had everything we needed with a little fridge, jug and heater. Very quiet location. There are kiwi there but we slept all through the night with the kids.
  • Annemarie
    New Zealand New Zealand
    Absolutely lovely place to stay, nice and quiet and clean. Very friendly staff. Will definitely stay there again if I'm up that way
  • Dave
    New Zealand New Zealand
    Nice place. Comfy bed. Clean and had everything we needed.
  • Morgan
    New Zealand New Zealand
    The atmosphere, friendly people and staff, cleanliness , the night time kiwi walk, the pool. Shower pressure was great, toilet facilities were clean.
  • Angela
    New Zealand New Zealand
    We could upgrade our cabins very easily and were met by a delightfully friendly and helpful reception staff! Loved the new pool and the highlight was seeing 3 kiwi roaming around the back of the park at 10.30pm!
  • Stacey
    New Zealand New Zealand
    Nice, clean cabin. We stayed here before doing the Cape Brett walking track. Very comfortable. Friendly host. Great value for money.

Managed by Russell - Orongo Bay Holiday Park

Company review score: 9.2Based on 308 reviews from 1 property
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Property information

See Kiwi in the wild – right here at our holiday park! Our holiday park is one of the few places in New Zealand to see kiwi in the wild. As night falls, you’ll hear their distinctive calls echo through the native bush—and with a rise in recent guest sightings, you might even spot a kiwi in its natural habitat. Chosen by the BBC to film New Zealand's rare birdlife, the unique experience of close encounters with New Zealand wildlife awaits you at Russell-Orongo Bay Holiday Park. Choose from affordable accommodation options including self-contained cottages, bungalows, cabins, and scenic campsites and powered sites. Perfect for couples, families, and groups—with a spacious lodge that sleeps up to 60 guests. Wake to native birdsong (up to 55 species of bird), enjoy evenings by the firepit under starry skies, and experience the rare thrill of seeing wild kiwi and weka in their natural habitat. Our facilities include a saltwater swimming pool, playground, communal firepit, BBQs, wood-fired pizza oven, and more Use our central Bay of Islands location as a base to explore nearby beaches, walking trails, heritage sites, and adventures on land or sea. Every stay helps make a difference—a portion of your booking supports ongoing habitat restoration and predator control within our park. Make memories as nature intended.

Neighbourhood information

From secluded beaches, scenic walks, heritage sites through to galleries and cafes, Russell is a great place to explore and discover "the real New Zealand" Situated in the geographic centre of the Bay of Islands, Russell offers stunning beaches and the opportunity for island hopping. The only Kiwi and Weka zone on mainland New Zealand, Russell is a bird watcher's paradise. Russell's Pompallier Mission, founded by the French is a unique New Zealand heritage building with a fascinating story to tell. From your visit to the Russell Museum you will learn more about Russell's early history and it's whaling past. Russell featured prominently in the Northern Wars and you can find out more about this at the Russell Museum and at your visit to Christ Church which still has musket holes in its walls. The original and first capital of New Zealand, the charming vilage of Russell is a must see destination.

Language spoken

English

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House rules

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Check-in
From 14:00 to 18:00
Check-out
From 07:00 to 10:00
Cancellation/ prepayment
Cancellation and prepayment policies vary according to accommodation type. Please enter the dates of your stay and check the conditions of your required option.
Children and beds

Child policies

Children of any age are welcome.

Children 18 years and above will be charged as adults at this property.

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Cot and extra bed policies

Cots and extra beds are not available at this property.

Age restriction
The minimum age for check-in is 18
Pets
Pets are allowed. Charges may be applicable.
Cards accepted at this property
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Smoking
Smoking is not allowed.
Quiet hours
Guests must be quiet between 22:00 and 07:00.

The fine print

Need-to-know information for guests at this property

Please note that Russell-Orongo Bay Holiday Park does not accept payments with American Express credit cards. Guests using an American Express card to guarantee their reservation will be contacted by the property to provide details of another credit card in order to guarantee the booking.

Please note that pets are allowed on request for an additional charge. For further information, please contact the property in advance using the contact details found on the booking confirmation.

Guests staying in the Budget rooms with shared bathroom and the Family room with shared bathroom need to bring their own linen and towels or hire our linen & towel pack for $10 per person per stay. Fitted sheets, pillows and pillow cases are provided.

Guests staying in The Budget room with shared bathroom need to bring kitchenware.

Guests staying in The Budget cabin need to bring their own towels and kitchenware.

Payment before arrival via bank transfer is required. The property will contact you after you book to provide instructions.

Quiet hours are between 22:00:00 and 07:00:00.

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