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A pool area with a view of a garden through a lattice window.

A buffet setup with various food items and beverages.

A marina with numerous boats docked, surrounded by residential buildings and greenery.

A hotel room with two beds, a TV, a desk, and a large mirror.

1. Distinction Whangarei Hotel & Conference Centre

Riverside

Allan

RM440

RM506 total

includes taxes & fees

4 Oct - 5 Oct

A view from a window with a wooden staircase leading to a balcony, overlooking a lush garden with various tropical plants and a building in the background.

A pool area with lounge chairs and umbrellas, surrounded by palm trees and tropical plants.

A hotel entrance with a modern design, featuring a brick facade, glass doors, and potted plants.

A spacious lobby with a high ceiling, a central planter with plants, a bar area with stools, and a visible staircase.

2. Comfort Hotel Flames Whangerei

Onerahi

Samantha

RM335

RM385 total

includes taxes & fees

26 Oct - 27 Oct

A wooden deck with a table and chairs, surrounded by various tropical plants and a pathway.

A sign for Waipu Cove Resort with amenities like self-contained apartments, heated swimming pool, and free guest laundry.

A covered outdoor area with a pool, wooden deck, and seating.

A modern living room with a grey sofa, a dining area with a table and chairs, a kitchen with a stainless steel sink, and a large glass door leading to an outdoor deck.

3. Waipu Cove Resort

Waipu

Setefano

RM483

RM556 total

includes taxes & fees

1 Oct - 2 Oct

A modern outdoor living space with a wooden deck, a glass door leading to a kitchen area, and a satellite dish.

A modern living room with a sofa, a chair, and a small table. There are large windows with curtains, a clock on the wall, and a view of greenery outside.

A bedroom with a bunk bed, a desk with a computer, and a window with a view of a green landscape.

An aerial view of a coastal area with a tennis court, a playground, and a beach in the background.

4. Camp Waipu Cove

Waipu

Sina

RM288

RM331 total

includes taxes & fees

4 Oct - 5 Oct

A marina with numerous boats docked, surrounded by lush greenery and a clear sky.

The exterior of Te Akau Roa restaurant and bar with a clear view of the bar area and a signboard listing the menu.

A modern living room with a dark blue sofa, a wooden coffee table, and a wall-mounted bookshelf.

A multi-story hotel with colorful facades and a pool area with sun loungers.

5. Quality Hotel Oceans Tutukaka

Tutukaka

Gareth

RM520

RM598 total

includes taxes & fees

1 Oct - 2 Oct

A hotel room with a large bed, a smaller bed, a desk with a chair, and a window with curtains.

A modern kitchen with a flat-screen TV mounted above a wooden dining table and chairs.

A modern kitchen with white cabinets, a stainless steel sink, a built-in microwave, and a dishwasher.

A modern kitchen with a central island, a microwave, a toaster, and a refrigerator. There is a dining area with two chairs and a table. An exit sign is visible on the wall.

6. Continental Motel

Regent

Koata

RM319

RM367 total

includes taxes & fees

4 Oct - 5 Oct

A hotel room with a bed, a desk, a chair, a small table, a mirror, and a view of the outdoors.

A marina with boats docked, a clear sky, and a building with a dome on the right.

A modern kitchen with a microwave, sink, and dishwasher, a window with a view of greenery, and a small cabinet above the counter.

A row of yellow buildings with red roofs, a parking lot, and a few cars.

7. Bella Vista Motel Whangarei

Avenues

Michael

RM392

RM451 total

includes taxes & fees

29 Oct - 30 Oct

A room with a large window, a potted plant, a black chair, and a patterned cushion.

A hotel room with a large mirror, a white sink, a bed with a white and orange bedspread, and a window with sheer curtains.

A modern kitchen with stainless steel appliances, a dining area with a table and chairs, and a separate bedroom with a bed and a nightstand.

A building with a sign that reads "QUEST" on the facade.

8. Quest Whangarei

Whangarei Central

Jannett Evelyn Bell. Lance Te

RM418

RM481 total

includes taxes & fees

25 Oct - 26 Oct

A two-story house with a covered patio, a stone fireplace, and a solar panel roof.

A building with large windows and a balcony with metal railings.

A bedroom with a bed, a bedside table, a lamp, a window, and a view of the outside.

A modern kitchen with a central island, bar stools, and wooden cabinets.

9. Wolfe Street

Regent

RM144

RM223 total

includes taxes & fees

12 Oct - 13 Oct

A covered outdoor deck with a view of the ocean, featuring a table and chairs.

A two-story building with a balcony, surrounded by lush greenery.

A cozy living area with a wicker sofa, a glass table, and a magazine. A kitchen with white cabinets and a clock is visible through an open door.

A beach with waves and a distant mountain range.

10. Mangawhai Lodge

Mangawhai Heads

Deane

RM480

RM552 total

includes taxes & fees

5 Oct - 6 Oct

A spacious lobby with wooden paneling, a central seating area with sofas and a coffee table, and a reception desk in the background.

A two-story building with multiple windows and a covered porch area.

A dining area with a large window, a wooden table, and chairs.

11. Discovery Settlers Hotel

Regent

Jade

RM372

RM428 total

includes taxes & fees

1 Oct - 2 Oct

A reception area with a glass door, a sign indicating 'RECEPTION', and a small outdoor seating area with tables and chairs.

A covered outdoor area with a concrete floor, a railing, and a view of a parking lot and greenery.

A compact kitchen with a built-in refrigerator, a sink, and a window with a view.

A building with a covered entrance and large windows, likely a hotel or similar accommodation.

12. Kingswood Manor Motel

Whau Valley

Sara

RM310

RM357 total

includes taxes & fees

12 Oct - 13 Oct

A hotel room with two beds, a television, a radiator, and a door leading to another room.

A hotel room with a bed, a round table with chairs, a black leather sofa, and a small side table.

A motel with a sign indicating it is the 'Motel Six' and has 50 rooms.

A building with a sign indicating '50+ Channels' and a well-maintained lawn.

13. Motel Six

Regent

Michael

RM284

RM327 total

includes taxes & fees

4 Oct - 5 Oct

A hotel room with two beds, each with a grey headboard, white bedding, and green leaf-patterned pillows. There is a bedside table with a lamp on the left side.

A compact kitchen with a microwave, sink, and refrigerator.

A reception sign, a glass door, and a white car parked outside.

A modern kitchen with a stainless steel sink, a built-in oven, and a window with a view of greenery.

14. Bk's Pohutukawa Lodge

Avenues

Peter

RM397

RM456 total

includes taxes & fees

24 Oct - 25 Oct

A rocky beach with large boulders and a clear view of the ocean.

A balcony with a view of a green landscape and distant mountains.

A cozy living room with a large window, wooden walls, a flat-screen TV, and a comfortable seating area.

A house with a sloped roof, a balcony, and a view of the surrounding landscape.

15. Mangawhai Retreat Apartments

Mangawhai

Liz

RM360

RM414 total

includes taxes & fees

13 Oct - 14 Oct

A modern house with a covered patio, stone pillars, and a fenced garden area with palm trees and shrubs.

A glass door leading to an outdoor patio with a round table and two chairs.

A residential area with houses featuring stone walls and palm trees.

A house with a swimming pool, a covered patio, and a fenced garden area.

16. Lodge Bordeaux

Avenues

Brian

RM507

RM583 total

includes taxes & fees

5 Oct - 6 Oct

A motel with a red exterior, a covered outdoor seating area, and a parking lot with cars.

A compact kitchen with a microwave, kettle, and a small refrigerator.

A hotel room with a bed, a sofa, a dining table with chairs, and large windows with curtains.

17. Cherry Court Motor Lodge

Woodhill

Mae

RM315

RM362 total

includes taxes & fees

12 Oct - 13 Oct

A room with a sliding glass door leading to a deck with outdoor seating.

A bedroom with a large window, a bedside table with a lamp, and two beds.

A room with a wooden dining table, a grey chair, a brown leather sofa, and a large green plant.

A remote lodge with three cabins surrounded by dense forest, each with a red roof and wooden construction.

18. The Hideout

Mangawhai

Steven

RM459

RM528 total

includes taxes & fees

1 Oct - 2 Oct

A swimming pool with a fenced area, a covered seating area, and a building with a metal roof.

A hotel room with a bed, a television, a wardrobe, and a small desk with a lamp.

A kitchen with a sink, stove, oven, and cabinets.

A patio area with a wooden lattice fence, a metal table with chairs, and a potted plant.

19. Cheviot Park Motor Lodge

Woodhill

Alex

RM405

RM466 total

includes taxes & fees

2 Oct - 3 Oct

A grand staircase with wooden railings and blue carpeted steps leading to an upper floor.

A building with multiple signs including "The Grand Hotel," "Gaming," and "Backpackers Accommodation."

A bar area with multiple wooden bar stools and a bar counter.

20. Grand Hotel, Whangarei

Whangarei Central

Neil

RM300

RM345 total

includes taxes & fees

5 Oct - 6 Oct

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Refining NZ Visitors Centre

8.0/10 (1 review)

After visiting Refining NZ Visitors Centre, make a plan to see the other sights and activities in Ruakaka. Take some time to visit the spas in this relaxing area.

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Along this pristine stretch of Northland coastline, Ruakaka Beach invites visitors to surf gentle waves and spot rare New Zealand dotterels. Explore the magical limestone formations of nearby Waipu Caves or climb Mount Manaia for panoramic views across the sparkling bay.

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A beach with waves lapping onto the shore and distant mountains under a clear sky.

Top Ruakaka Hotel Reviews

Bk's Pohutukawa Lodge

8/10 Good

"Clean, comfortable room."

Motel Six

8/10 Good

"Happy with this accomodation. Staff were helpful and a good roomy apartment. Simple parking and central to plenty of food options including the excellent New World in the vcinity."

Cherry Court Motor Lodge

8/10 Good

"Price was right, free parking was included. Room and bathroom were clean. The owner was very kind and helpful choosing the right restaurant for dinner. It was also surprisingly quiet during the night although the motel is at the main road. We enjoyed our stay."

Pacific Rendezvous

8/10 Good

"Spectacular views and great location. Lovely pool and spa area. Accommodation was a bit dated."

Comfort Hotel Flames Whangerei

10/10 Excellent

"Convenient, quiet, clean. Requires more milk in the fridge."

Distinction Whangarei Hotel & Conference Centre

8/10 Good

"Generally a very pleasant stay . Just 2 comments 1. The bath and shower would be safer with a hand grip. 2 The dining room would benefit from more separation of diners ; e.g glass partitions to improve privacy of dining and conversation"

Continental Motel

10/10 Excellent

"Excellent motel all round! I stay here very regularly. Great value for money."

Kingswood Manor Motel

10/10 Excellent

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Grand Hotel, Whangarei

8/10 Good

"Great staff"

More cheap stays in Ruakaka

Grand Hotel, Whangarei

2 Bank Street Whangarei

RM300

RM345 total

5 Oct - 6 Oct

includes taxes & fees

7/10 Good! (415 reviews)

Kensington Motel

85 Kamo Rd Whangarei Northland

RM356

RM409 total

2 Oct - 3 Oct

includes taxes & fees

9.2/10 Wonderful! (37 reviews)

Pembrooke Motor Lodge

13 Deveron Street Whangarei

RM386

RM444 total

5 Oct - 6 Oct

includes taxes & fees

8.6/10 Excellent! (129 reviews)

Aotearoa Surf Eco Pods

11 Te Arai Point Rd Te Arai Northland

RM399

RM525 total

1 Oct - 2 Oct

includes taxes & fees

8.8/10 Excellent! (18 reviews)

The Hideout

174 cames rd Mangawhai Northland

RM459

RM528 total

1 Oct - 2 Oct

includes taxes & fees

10/10 Exceptional! (14 reviews)

Aaron Court Motel

22 Wolfe Street Whangarei Northland

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Frequently asked questions

Where is the best place to stay in Ruakaka?

Located 14.3 mi (23 km) from the heart of Ruakaka, Distinction Whangarei Hotel & Conference Centre is a top choice for your stay, based on our traveller data. Other good choices for your stay in the area are Mangawhai Retreat Apartments and Pacific Rendezvous. See all available top hotels, or vacation rentals in Ruakaka.

If I need to cancel my hotel reservation in Ruakaka, will I receive a refund?

Yes! You'll find that most hotel bookings are fully refundable if cancelled before the accommodation's cancellation deadline, which often is within 24-48 hours of your check-in date. If your reservation is non-refundable, you might be able to still cancel and get a refund within 24 hours of your booking. Filter your search by fully refundable to find flexible hotel deals in Ruakaka.

What's the best accommodation option for a beach holiday in Ruakaka?

Ruakaka Beach Front Motel is a top beachfront accommodation located on Ruakaka Beach . See more stays near the beach in Ruakaka.

What are some accommodation options with pools in Ruakaka?

Distinction Whangarei Hotel & Conference Centre: Features free self parking, an indoor pool and complimentary wireless Internet access. View all hotels with pools in Ruakaka.

How is it to stay in Ruakaka?

Visitors can enjoy all that Ruakaka has to offer, including its beaches. In Ruakaka, there are 48 hotels and other accommodation options to choose from. Find out more about Ruakaka.

What should I see while I'm in Ruakaka?

A favourite place to visit is Ruakaka Beach. You'll also find Waipu Caves and Mount Manaia in the area. Take a look at what more there is to see and do in Expedia's Ruakaka guide.

What's the seasonal weather in Ruakaka?

The hottest months are usually February and January, with an average temperature of 19°C, while the coldest months are July and August, with an average of 12°C. Average annual precipitation for Ruakaka is 1142 mm.

Ruakaka hotels from RM223

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Our top choices for Ruakaka hotels

1. Distinction Whangarei Hotel & Conference Centre

2. Comfort Hotel Flames Whangerei

3. Waipu Cove Resort

4. Camp Waipu Cove

5. Quality Hotel Oceans Tutukaka

6. Continental Motel

7. Bella Vista Motel Whangarei

8. Quest Whangarei

9. Wolfe Street

10. Mangawhai Lodge

11. Discovery Settlers Hotel

12. Kingswood Manor Motel

13. Motel Six

14. Bk's Pohutukawa Lodge

15. Mangawhai Retreat Apartments

16. Lodge Bordeaux

17. Cherry Court Motor Lodge

18. The Hideout

19. Cheviot Park Motor Lodge

20. Grand Hotel, Whangarei

Stay near popular Ruakaka attractions

Refining NZ Visitors Centre

Learn more about Ruakaka

Top Ruakaka Hotel Reviews

Bk's Pohutukawa Lodge

Motel Six

Cherry Court Motor Lodge

Pacific Rendezvous

Comfort Hotel Flames Whangerei

Distinction Whangarei Hotel & Conference Centre

Continental Motel

Kingswood Manor Motel

Grand Hotel, Whangarei

More cheap stays in Ruakaka

Grand Hotel, Whangarei

Kensington Motel

Pembrooke Motor Lodge

Aotearoa Surf Eco Pods

The Hideout

Aaron Court Motel

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