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Russell has a few decent midrange options. There are several small budget lodges, but
you'll need to book ahead at busy times. If budget is not a consideration, Russell does lux-
ury B&Bs very well.
HOSTEL
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Wainui
( 09-403 8278;
www.pelnet.org/wainui
;
92d Te Wahapu Rd; dm/r $28/66; )
Hard to find but worth the
effort, this modern bush retreat with direct beach access has only two rooms that share a
pleasant communal space. It's 5km from Russell on the way to the car ferry. Take Te Wa-
hapu Rd and then turn right into Waiaruhe Way.
Ferry Landing Backpackers
( 09-403 7985;
www.ferrylandingrussell.co.nz
;
395 Aucks Rd, Okiato Pt; dm/s/d $30/50/60; )
More like
a homestay than a hostel, with only two rooms on offer within the owners' house. It sits
on the hill directly above the ferry landing in Okiato - you'll need a car to get here.
HOSTEL
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HOLIDAY PARK
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Russell-Orongo Bay Holiday Park
(
09-403 7704;
www.russellaccommodation.co.nz
;
5960 Russell Rd; unpowered/powered site $40/44, teepee
$80-90, cabins & units $80-165; )
Surrounded by 14 acres studded with native forest
and birdlife, this relaxed holiday park is around 3km from Russell after departing the ferry
from Opua to Okiato. The wide range of accommodation includes a quirky teepee and
comfortable self-contained units.
Russell Top 10
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HOLIDAY PARK
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GOOGLE MAP
( 09-403 7826;
www.russelltop10.co.nz
;
1 James St; sites/cabins/units from $41/80/140; )
This
leafy park has a small store, good facilities, wonderful hydrangeas, tidy cabins and nice
units. Showers are clean, but metered.
Pukeko Cottage
( 09-403 8498;
www.pukekocottagebackpackers.co.nz
;
14 Brind Rd; per person $30; )
More like staying
at a mate's place than a hostel, this homely house has just two bedrooms for rent and a
caravan in the back garden. It's certainly not dirty, but the cleanliness is bloke-standard.
Barry, the artist owner, is always up for a chat.
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