Luxury Healing Hotels Eagles Nest
60 Tapeka Road, 0202 Russell, New Zealand
HOTEL OVERVIEW
You know what? I’ve stayed at a lot of places around the Bay of Islands, but Eagles Nest on Tapeka Road is something else entirely. When you’re winding up that hill from Russell – and trust me, it’s quite the drive up – you start to get why this place commands the prices it does. The views alone are worth it, honestly. You’re perched up there looking out over the water, and on a clear day you can see right across to Paihia and beyond. The whole approach feels deliberately dramatic, like they want you to leave the regular world behind before you even check in.
What really gets me about this place is how they’ve managed to feel both luxurious and genuinely relaxing at the same time. I mean, sure, it’s got all the five-star touches you’d expect – the kind of linens that make you wonder why your sheets at home feel like sandpaper, bathrooms that are basically small spas, that sort of thing. But it doesn’t feel stuffy or pretentious, which can be a real problem with high-end spots around here. The staff actually seem to enjoy their jobs, and they know the area well enough to give you real recommendations, not just the obvious tourist stuff. When I mentioned wanting to find a decent flat white that wasn’t overrun with tour groups, the front desk person directed me to this little spot in Russell I never would have found otherwise.
The location is both a blessing and something to consider – you’re definitely removed from everything, which is exactly the point, but it means you’ll want a car if you plan to explore much. Russell itself is tiny (you can walk the whole historic waterfront in about twenty minutes), but being up on Tapeka Road puts you that extra bit away from even the modest bustle down in town. Parking’s never an issue, and the peace and quiet at night is pretty remarkable. Sometimes you’ll hear the odd boat engine from the bay, but mostly it’s just… quiet. Really quiet. The kind of quiet that makes you realize how much background noise you live with normally. Check-in was smooth when I was there – though I’d imagine things might get a bit more hectic during the peak summer season when every Aucklander heads north. The whole property has this understated elegance thing going on, nothing too flashy, just really well done. It’s the sort of place that makes you want to slow down and actually pay attention to things like sunsets and what the water looks like at different times of day.
HOTEL HIGHLIGHTS
Reviews
Staff: 9.2
Comfort: 9.8
Location: 9.8
Facilities: 9.4
Cleanliness: 9.8
Value for money: 8.1
ROOMS
- Estimated price from: $865. One-Bedroom Villa with 1 extra-large double bed and 2 single beds for Max persons: 2
- Estimated price from: $1,903. Four-Bedroom Villa with 3 × 1 extra-large double bed and 1 large double bed for Max persons: 8
FACILITIES
View:
- Garden view
- Sea view
- View
General:
- Shuttle service Additional charge
- Grocery deliveries Additional charge
- Air conditioning
- Non-smoking throughout
- Wake-up service
- Heating
- Private entrance
- Packed lunches
- Family rooms
- Ironing facilities
- Airport shuttle Additional charge
- Non-smoking rooms
- Iron
- Room service
Kitchen:
- Children's high chair
- Dining table
- Coffee machine
- Cleaning products
- Toaster
- Stovetop
- Oven
- Tumble dryer
- Kitchenware
- Electric kettle
- Kitchen
- Washing machine
- Dishwasher
- Refrigerator
Bathroom:
- Toilet paper
- Towels
- Bath or shower
- Slippers
- Private bathroom
- Toilet
- Free toiletries
- Bathrobe
- Hairdryer
- Shower
Outdoors:
- Outdoor furniture
- Outdoor dining area
- Sun terrace
- Private beach area
- Barbecue
- BBQ facilities
- Patio
- Balcony
- Terrace
- Garden
Wellness:
- Personal trainer
- Yoga classes
- Full body massage
- Couples massage
- Back massage
- Spa/wellness packages
- Body treatments
- Facial treatments
- Beauty Services
- Sun umbrellas
- Sun loungers or beach chairs
- Hot tub/Jacuzzi
- Massage Additional charge
- Spa and wellness centre
- Sauna
Transport:
- Public transport tickets Additional charge
Activities:
- Bicycle rental Additional charge
- Live sport events (broadcast)
- Tour or class about local culture Additional charge
- Walking tours Additional charge
- Beach
- Evening entertainment Additional charge
- Water sport facilities on site
- Snorkelling Additional charge Off-site
- Horse riding Additional charge Off-site
- Diving Additional charge Off-site
- Cycling Off-site
- Hiking Off-site
- Windsurfing Additional charge Off-site
- Fishing Additional charge Off-site
- Hot tub
- Golf course (within 3 km)
Living Area:
- Dining area
- Sofa
- Fireplace
- Seating Area
Food & Drink:
- Fruits
- Wine/champagne Additional charge
- Special diet menus (on request)
- Breakfast in the room
- Bar
- Minibar
- Tea/Coffee maker
Room Amenities:
- Socket near the bed
Languages spoken:
- English
Cleaning services:
- Daily housekeeping
- Ironing service
- Dry cleaning Additional charge
- Laundry
Safety & security:
- Fire extinguishers
- Smoke alarms
- Key access
- Safety deposit box
Media & Technology:
- Streaming service (like Netflix)
- iPad
- Flat-screen TV
- Cable channels
- Satellite channels
- Radio
- Telephone
- TV
- Pay-per-view channels
Reception services:
- Invoice provided
- Private check-in/check-out
- Concierge service
- Luggage storage
- Tour desk
- Express check-in/check-out
- 24-hour front desk
Business facilities:
- Fax/photocopying
- Business centre
- Meeting/banquet facilities
Entertainment and family services:
- Board games/puzzles
- Books, DVDs, or music for children
- Board games/puzzles
- Babysitting/child services Additional charge
Parking Free private parking is possible on site (reservation is not needed).:
- Valet parking
Other for your stay:
- Linen
- Wardrobe or closet
HOUSE RULES
Pets:
- Pets are not allowed.
Check-in:
- From 14:00 to 18:30
- Guests are required to show a photo identification and credit card upon check-in
Check-out:
- From 08:00 to 11:00
Cancellation/prepayment:
- Cancellation and prepayment policies vary according to accommodation type. Please check what conditions may apply to each option when making your selection.
HOTEL ADDRESS
60 Tapeka Road, 0202 Russell, New Zealand
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