The Captains Motel

Motel16 Matauwhi Road, Russell, New ZealandShow on map

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Fabulous

Guests rate it highest for location, service and cleanliness.

Check-in from 2:00 PMCheck-out by 10:00 AM.
Superb locationGuests rate the location 9.1 out of 10, at 16 Matauwhi Road.
Free parkingThe property states parking on site is free for guests.

Outdoor Swimming Pool & BBQ Facilities Enjoy a refreshing dip in our outdoor swimming pool and bond with your loved ones over a delicious BBQ at our facilities.

Family-Friendly & Pet-Friendly Accommodation With our family rooms and pet-friendly policy, everyone is welcome at The Captains Motel for a memorable stay.

Convenient Amenities & Nearby Attractions Relax in rooms equipped with modern amenities like a flat-screen TV, fridge, and coffee machine. Explore nearby attractions like Christchurch and Flagstaff Hill.

To book your stay at The Captains Motel and experience our fantastic amenities, visit our website now!

What this place offers

WiFi available
Free WiFi
Parking
Free Parking
Non-smoking rooms
Swimming pool
Terrace
Family rooms
Garden
Pets allowed

Rooms

8.7

Fabulous

Rated 8.7 out of 10 by 208 guests who stayed here.

Cleanliness8.6
Service9.1
Location9.1
Rooms8.6
Amenities8.6
Value8.1
Food & drink8.6

Guests mention

Clean and comfortableExcellent customer serviceGreat locationPet friendly

philipNew Zealand
August 2026Solo traveller
Mr
Spacious. New appliances. Good bed
Couches while new, not very comfortable
KathyAustralia
April 2026Couple
Would not recommend this to anyone
Nothing… from the moment I walked in I disliked it. My suite overlooked a wall.. Tiled throughout and cold underfoot. No drawers to put clothes in. No room for suitcase in the bedroom. The leather lounge was…
Gonzalez-BeaNew Zealand
April 2026Group
welcoming, comfortable, convinient
we loved staying at the Motel, very central, comfortable, felt safe, and our dog got to enjoy the same privileges that we did too which was an extra added bonus to the stay.
maybe the cleanliness in the bathroom/shower,…
MagsNew Zealand
April 2026Couple
Peaceful, clean & a great spot for couples and families
Excellent location. 5 min walk to shops. Easy walk even for the most unfit. Friendly welcome & easy check in. Very cheerful & happy people. Great you can bring your doggy. Has plenty of grass for them to do their…
RuthUnited Kingdom
April 2026Couple
Delightful
This is our second visit and given the opportunity we would definitely return
Nothing
SLKK1989New Zealand
March 2026Couple
Wonderful Stay!
The room was very clean and tidy. Owner is super lovely and accommodating with providing an early check-in (and even went the extra mile to give us a room upgrade). Our room was spacious and we would absolutely stay…

Reviews are written by guests who booked through our supplier and stayed, shown as written and in their own language. Category scores are the supplier’s reading of recent reviews, updated January 2026.

Where you’ll be

16 Matauwhi Road, Russell, New Zealand

Guests rate the location 9.1 out of 10 — superb.

Things to know

Cancellation

Each room shows its own terms before you pay.

Most rates can be cancelled free until a date shown on the room.

Non-refundable rates are marked as such.

House rules

Check-in from 2:00 PM until 07:00 PM

Check-out by 10:00 AM

Children welcome

No pets

Free parking on site

Non-smoking rooms available

Payment & property

Paid when you book, not at the desk.

Rates include the taxes and fees we can read.

The property may take a card at check-in for incidentals.

The spa pool can be used free of charge. A deposit may be required at the property.

What we’d check for you here

That the step-free room is actually free on your dates, and whether it is a roll-in shower or a bath, which the listing never says.
The pet fee and any size limit, which is where these bookings usually come apart.
Whether there is room for a pickup, a trailer or a van, not just a car.
Whether the rate moves for your dates, and what it includes.
What the property actually charges at the desk on top of the rate.

Questions about The Captains Motel

What time is check-in and check-out at The Captains Motel?

Check-in is from 2:00 PM. Check-out is by 10:00 AM. If you're arriving late, tell us and we'll ask the property to hold the room.

Does The Captains Motel allow pets?

No — the property states that pets are not allowed.

Is there parking at The Captains Motel?

Yes — the property states that parking on site is free. Whether a space can be reserved in advance varies, so we check it against your dates.

Does The Captains Motel have a pool?

Yes — a pool is listed among the property's facilities. Seasonal closures are common, so we'll confirm it's open for your dates.

Does The Captains Motel have Wi-Fi?

Yes — internet access is listed among the property's facilities.

Does The Captains Motel have wheelchair accessible rooms?

The property lists step-free or accessible facilities. That flag is the one least able to settle the question: a hotel can carry it and still have a step at the entrance, or a bath rather than a roll-in shower, and it does not say whether the accessible room is free on your dates. Tell us what you need and we'll ask the property directly rather than reading you the flag.

How do I book The Captains Motel?

Put your dates in above and book online, or call (888) 789-8585 and we'll do it for you — including things a booking form can't handle, like a block of rooms, a monthly rate or an invoice for your employer.

Where is The Captains Motel?

16 Matauwhi Road, Russell.

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