I must say that when we first arrived we were disappointed with the View. We had imagined from the blubFlagstaff was more on the shoreline instead it is set back with some views of the lakes. BUT saying that Ruth and Jessie more than made up for that and the rain! They went out of their way to help with... More

My wife and I stayed at the Flagstaff Lodge recently (April 2012) and had three wonderful days and two fantastic nights at the lodge. Ruth and Jessie were amazing hosts who did everything in their power to make us welcome, informed about activities in and around Russell and the surrounding districts. Breakfasts were amazing with every whim catered for, Renee... More

This was our final stop after 4 weeks touring New Zealand - N & S Islands. We stayed in some excellent accommodation and Flagstaff Lodge rates at the top. Ruth and Jessie were superb hosts and really helped us to get the most out of each day with their ideas and recommendations. The breakfasts were excellent and the hosted evening... More

Just recently my husband and I honeymooned at Flagstaff Lodge for 3 nights. We have only good things to say at all about our time there. Ruth and Jessie were such generous hosts and very helpful with local information and activities, they also cook up a pretty delicious breakfast! The accommondation was very tastefully decorated, clean and comfortable, and the... More

My husband and I stayed one night at the beautifully restored Flagstaff Lodge in March 2012. Everything at the lodge is done with immense taste and to an extremely high standard. Jessie and Ruth are perfect hosts who make sure there is attention to every detail and to your every need. The complimentary canapes and wine served in the evening... More

We recently spent a month in New Zealand staying at B&B's and small hotels. Without question, our stay at the Flagstaff Lodge was the best! Jessie & Ruth were wonderful, full of information about the area around Russell, as well as ideas for us for our other stays in New Zealand. If we ever return to New Zealand, Flagstaff Lodge... More

Flagstaff Lodge exceeded our expectations for accommodation in Russell. The ambience, furnishings and cleanliness of Flagstaff Lodge was outstanding. Jessie and Ruth added the final touch of homeliness hospitality at the highest level. The breakfast was world class, and the evening wine and canapes and friendly discussion added another wonderful dimension to our stay. It was a great stay, and... More

Our trip to Russell was highlighted by an absolutely lovely stay at Flagstaff Lodge. Jessie and Ruth were warm and welcoming; between their nightly (optional) reception to their local knowledge and guidance, we could not have been more pleased. The room was extremely comfortable with all the high end appointments you'd want (e.g. high thread count sheets, great towels, bath... More

We strongly recommend Flagstaff Lodge as an excellent place to stay in Russell. It's a pretty village full of weather-boarded houses with some good seafront restaurants and local walks. Definitely a place to stop and relax. Flagstaff Lodge made our two night stay delightful. It's a homely (only four spacious bedrooms) boutique hotel with superb comfort and facilities set in... More