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

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

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

A buffet setup with various food items and beverages.

1. Distinction Whangarei Hotel & Conference Centre

Riverside

Paula

RM456

RM524 total

includes taxes & fees

27 Oct - 28 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 patio area with wooden tables and benches, a thatched-roof structure, and palm trees.

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

RM339

RM390 total

includes taxes & fees

20 Nov - 21 Nov

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

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

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 a stainless steel sink, a dining area with a table and chairs, and a potted plant with red and white flowers.

3. Quest Whangarei

Whangarei Central

Vanessa

RM464

RM533 total

includes taxes & fees

28 Oct - 29 Oct

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

A restaurant with multiple dining tables set for guests, a bar area, and a fireplace.

A hotel room with a bed, a sofa, a desk, a chair, a balcony with a view, and a ceiling fan.

A multi-story hotel with a modern design, featuring balconies, palm trees, and a clear sky.

4. Quality Hotel Oceans Tutukaka

Tutukaka

Gareth

RM526

RM605 total

includes taxes & fees

29 Oct - 30 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.

5. Waipu Cove Resort

Waipu

Setefano

RM536

RM616 total

includes taxes & fees

27 Oct - 28 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 hotel with multiple buildings, a parking lot, and cars parked in front.

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

6. Bella Vista Motel Whangarei

Avenues

Michael

RM394

RM454 total

includes taxes & fees

15 Nov - 16 Nov

A bedroom with a bed, a desk, a chair, a TV, and a door leading outside.

A dining area with wooden furniture, a chandelier, and a bookshelf.

A cherry blossom tree in full bloom with a wooden gate in the foreground.

A spacious dining area with wooden tables and chairs, a chandelier, and large windows.

7. Lupton Lodge

Glenbervie

Michael

RM446

RM513 total

includes taxes & fees

27 Oct - 28 Oct

A compact kitchen with a dining area, a built-in oven, and a window with blinds.

A swimming pool with lounge chairs and umbrellas, surrounded by a white fence and potted plants.

A hotel room with two beds, a small desk, a window with curtains, and a wall-mounted air conditioner.

A room with a dining table, chairs, a flat-screen TV, a painting, and a small kitchenette.

8. ASURE Avenue Heights Motel

Avenues

andrew

RM367

RM422 total

includes taxes & fees

27 Oct - 28 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.

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

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

9. Camp Waipu Cove

Waipu

Hawera

RM314

RM361 total

includes taxes & fees

27 Oct - 28 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 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.

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.

10. Continental Motel

Regent

Aleesha

RM323

RM372 total

includes taxes & fees

30 Oct - 31 Oct

A man and a woman sitting at an outdoor table with a glass of wine and bread.

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

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

11. Discovery Settlers Hotel

Regent

Jade

RM385

RM442 total

includes taxes & fees

27 Oct - 28 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.

12. Cherry Court Motor Lodge

Woodhill

Mae

RM310

RM356 total

includes taxes & fees

27 Oct - 28 Oct

A pathway leading to a building with a covered porch and white roses.

A wooden deck with a swimming pool, lounge chairs, and a view of the sea.

A white house with a porch overlooking a lake.

A spacious living room with a wooden dining table, comfortable seating, and large windows offering a view of greenery.

13. Kauri Villas

Parua Bay

Patrick

RM506

RM582 total

includes taxes & fees

2 Nov - 3 Nov

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

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.

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

14. Kingswood Manor Motel

Whau Valley

Sara

RM314

RM361 total

includes taxes & fees

28 Oct - 29 Oct

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

A residential street with parked cars, houses, and a hill in the background.

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

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

15. Lodge Bordeaux

Avenues

Brian

RM567

RM652 total

includes taxes & fees

27 Oct - 28 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 reception sign, a glass door, and a white car parked outside.

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

A modern living room with grey sofas, a small white table, and a TV mounted on the wall.

16. Bk's Pohutukawa Lodge

Avenues

Peter

RM370

RM426 total

includes taxes & fees

22 Nov - 23 Nov

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

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

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

A compact hotel room with a kitchenette, a bed with floral bedding, a TV, and a small bathroom.

17. Motel Six

Regent

Michael

RM288

RM331 total

includes taxes & fees

1 Nov - 2 Nov

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

A beach with waves and a distant mountain range.

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 bedroom with a large bed, a nightstand, a window with blinds, and a door leading to a bathroom.

18. Mangawhai Lodge

Mangawhai Heads

Deane

RM506

RM582 total

includes taxes & fees

29 Oct - 30 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

Ken

RM407

RM469 total

includes taxes & fees

8 Nov - 9 Nov

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

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

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

A view from a window overlooking a rural landscape with a white house, a wooden fence, and a potted plant.

20. Mangawhai Retreat Apartments

Mangawhai

Mikael

RM364

RM419 total

includes taxes & fees

27 Oct - 28 Oct

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Refining NZ Visitors Centre

8.0/10 (1 review)

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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

Motel Six

8/10 Good

"It is close to the shopping centre. Parking the car is very easy, close to your unit. There is no kitchen."

Distinction Whangarei Hotel & Conference Centre

10/10 Excellent

"Awesome stay would stay again"

Continental Motel

8/10 Good

"Lovely and clean. Staff were great. The fluffy cat was very cute."

Mangawhai Retreat Apartments

10/10 Excellent

"Lovely host and very comfortable and spacious"

Wolfe Street

8/10 Good

"A great place to stay short term. The only issue was there was nowhere to do our dishes in the downstairs area"

Bk's Pohutukawa Lodge

10/10 Excellent

"Everything was great thank you"

Kingswood Manor Motel

10/10 Excellent

"Good facilities"

Pacific Rendezvous

10/10 Excellent

"Absolutely Stunning!! The advertisements don’t do this slice of paradise justice!"

Quest Whangarei

8/10 Good

"Right in the town centre so easy to walk to cafes and the shops. Good sized room, adequate cooking facilities, really quiet except for the rubbish truck at 4.30am!"

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Kensington Motel

85 Kamo Rd Whangarei Northland

RM360

RM414 total

30 Oct - 31 Oct

includes taxes & fees

9.2/10 Wonderful! (37 reviews)

Pembrooke Motor Lodge

13 Deveron Street Whangarei

RM391

RM450 total

27 Oct - 28 Oct

includes taxes & fees

8.6/10 Excellent! (130 reviews)

Aotearoa Surf Eco Pods

11 Te Arai Point Rd Te Arai Northland

RM404

RM531 total

27 Oct - 28 Oct

includes taxes & fees

8.8/10 Excellent! (18 reviews)

The Hideout

174 cames rd Mangawhai Northland

RM465

RM534 total

28 Oct - 29 Oct

includes taxes & fees

10/10 Exceptional! (14 reviews)

Grand Hotel, Whangarei

2 Bank Street Whangarei

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7/10 Good! (416 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 RM356

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Our top choices for Ruakaka hotels

1. Distinction Whangarei Hotel & Conference Centre

2. Comfort Hotel Flames Whangerei

3. Quest Whangarei

4. Quality Hotel Oceans Tutukaka

5. Waipu Cove Resort

6. Bella Vista Motel Whangarei

7. Lupton Lodge

8. ASURE Avenue Heights Motel

9. Camp Waipu Cove

10. Continental Motel

11. Discovery Settlers Hotel

12. Cherry Court Motor Lodge

13. Kauri Villas

14. Kingswood Manor Motel

15. Lodge Bordeaux

16. Bk's Pohutukawa Lodge

17. Motel Six

18. Mangawhai Lodge

19. Cheviot Park Motor Lodge

20. Mangawhai Retreat Apartments

Stay near popular Ruakaka attractions

Refining NZ Visitors Centre

Learn more about Ruakaka

Top Ruakaka Hotel Reviews

Motel Six

Distinction Whangarei Hotel & Conference Centre

Continental Motel

Mangawhai Retreat Apartments

Wolfe Street

Bk's Pohutukawa Lodge

Kingswood Manor Motel

Pacific Rendezvous

Quest Whangarei

More cheap stays in Ruakaka

Kensington Motel

Pembrooke Motor Lodge

Aotearoa Surf Eco Pods

The Hideout

Grand Hotel, Whangarei

Aaron Court Motel

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