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“With just one indulgent suite, Little Donkey Bay is an exclusive and intimate seaside hideaway. Interiors are bright and funky, the property even boasts its own private beach. A chic, adults-only escape for honeymooners or romantic couples. ”

“With just one indulgent suite, Little Donkey Bay is an exclusive and intimate seaside hideaway. Interiors are bright and funky, the property even boasts its own private beach. A chic, adults-only escape for honeymooners or romantic couples. ”

Recommended For

  • Hideaway
  • Off the beaten track, guests emerge from a hidden alleyway to the secluded grounds, with their own stretch of private beach
  • Beach nearby
  • As well as their private stretch, guests have easy access to popular Long Beach and a nearby naturist beach
  • Honeymoons
  • A private oasis for romantic couples - complete with outdoor freestanding baths. A honeymoon dream
  • Watersports
  • Kayaking, sailing and diving are excellent, as are boat trips to see whales and dolphins in the Bay of Islands
  • Golf
  • Russell has its own golf course, and there's great golf at Waitangi or Kauri, a short drive away
  • Museums
  • Visit the Russell Museum, less than a mile away, or NZ’s first tannery and printer
  • Great walks
  • Fantastic walks along the beaches and local coastline await
  • Sailing
  • Snorkelling
  • Fishing
  • Cycling
  • Wine tasting
  • Kayaking
  • Diving
  • Scuba course
  • Retro/Vintage
  • Art Deco furniture combine with bold colour schemes and historical curios, maps and artworks for a vintage feel
  • Eco
  • The hotel is energy conscious, promotes natural flora and fauna on the grounds and is energy sufficient
  • Outstanding location
  • With unparalleled sea views over the bay, in leafy and secluded settings, a short walk from Russell
  • No restaurant
  • Continental breakfasts provisions are offered, and there's a Nespresso machine for guests to use
  • Chic
  • The decor evokes a plush 60s and 70s chic aesthetic, bright, colourful chaotic and oh-so-stylish
  • Minimum Stay
  • Three night minimum stay
  • Owner managed
  • Rooms with balcony/terrace
  • Sit-out Terrace
  • Sea Views
  • Boutique
  • Quirky
  • Exclusive use
  • Charming
  • Luxury
  • Intimate
  • Views
  • Secluded setting

Facilities

  • No restaurant
  • Continental breakfasts provisions are offered, and there's a Nespresso machine for guests to use
  • Bath robes
  • Guests are invited to make use of luxury kimonos
  • Satellite / Cable TV
  • TV with streaming apps in rooms
  • Minimum Stay
  • Three night minimum stay
  • Library
  • Adult Only
  • Air conditioning
  • Parking
  • Bar
  • Fireplace
  • Rooms with balcony/terrace
  • No pets
  • Sit-out Terrace
  • Not suitable for disabled guests
  • Private villas
  • Garden
  • Wifi
  • Views
  • Safe

Activities

  • Watersports
  • Kayaking, sailing and diving are excellent, as are boat trips to see whales and dolphins in the Bay of Islands
  • Golf
  • Russell has its own golf course, and there's great golf at Waitangi or Kauri, a short drive away
  • Museums
  • Visit the Russell Museum, less than a mile away, or NZ’s first tannery and printer
  • Great walks
  • Fantastic walks along the beaches and local coastline await
  • Sailing
  • Snorkelling
  • Fishing
  • Cycling
  • Wine tasting
  • Kayaking
  • Diving
  • Scuba course

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