Arcadia Lodge Russell

We had a lovely stay at the Arcadia during our honeymoon. Our room (the Te Punga suite) was large and comfortable. The lodge is beautifully decorated and has a stunning view, and it is a very quick walk to town while being far enough to feel peaceful and private. Peter and Greg were so kind and welcoming and we felt at home immediately. They booked a boat trip for us when our initial one was canceled due to weather, and they provided excellent recommendations for restaurants and activities in town. Breakfast each day was delicious, as many others have commented. We hope to be back soon and would definitely recommend the Arcadia to anyone traveling to Russell.

A huge thank you to our hosts for a fantastic Easter Weekend at Arcadia Lodge Russell! It was the most relaxing and welcoming stay making us feel like we were at our home away from home. From the gorgeous room to amazing food we cannot recommend staying here for your trip to Bay of Islands enough!!

My wife and I had 3 great days/nights staying with Greg and Peter at their B&B/home. We were driving in heavy rain after a long day of travel, called from the road to see if there was a room, and Greg answered. I felt like I had just called my long lost, favorite cousin. He was accommodating and friendly. He guided us to the property and texted us to make sure we caught the ferry at Opua. We didn’t arrive until after 8pm and had not eaten all day. He called a local restaurant for us so we could get a bite before coming to the Arcadia Lodge. The accommodations were superb including the room décor, cleanliness, linens and even the soap. The breakfast was yummy, and the kitchen well stocked with local wines and homemade cookies. The two hosts were also very helpful in pointing out local sights and assisting in making reservations. The cost of our 3-day stay was extremely fair. We give them 10 stars on a 5-star scale. We look forward to returning.