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

A bedroom with a large bed, a nightstand, a lamp, a painting, and a window with a view of the outdoors.

A modern living room with a television, seating area, and a large window with a cityscape view.

An outdoor patio area with a pergola, seating, and potted plants.

1. Ruakaka Beach Front Motel

Ruakaka

₹11,151

₹12,894 total

includes taxes & fees

9 Sept - 10 Sept

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

A two-story motel with a red roof, white railings, and a parking lot in front.

A compact living space with a kitchenette, a dining area, and a seating area with a sofa and armchairs.

A compact kitchen with a microwave, a small refrigerator, a sink, and a dining area with a table and chairs.

2. ASURE Avenue Heights Motel

Avenues

₹8,656

₹9,955 total

includes taxes & fees

8 Oct - 9 Oct

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

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

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 beach with people walking and sitting, a beach umbrella, and a green cart.

3. Camp Waipu Cove

Waipu

Sina

₹6,960

₹8,003 total

includes taxes & fees

8 Sept - 9 Sept

A two-story house with a gabled roof, a front porch, and a well-maintained lawn.

A bedroom with bunk beds, a window with blinds, and a bed with a blue blanket.

A hallway with wooden flooring, white walls, and a ceiling light fixture.

A bathroom with a white sink, mirror, and wooden floor.

4. Regent Residential Villa

Regent

Joan

₹3,696

₹7,030 total

includes taxes & fees

14 Sept - 15 Sept

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.

5. Kingswood Manor Motel

Whau Valley

Sara

₹7,496

₹8,620 total

includes taxes & fees

8 Sept - 9 Sept

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

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

6. Motel Six

Regent

Geppina

₹6,529

₹7,560 total

includes taxes & fees

15 Sept - 16 Sept

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.

A compact hotel room with a bed, a small desk, a sofa, and a dining table.

7. Cherry Court Motor Lodge

Woodhill

Lindsay

₹7,155

₹8,297 total

includes taxes & fees

9 Sept - 10 Sept

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.

An outdoor patio with wooden tables and chairs, potted plants, and a wooden fence.

8. Distinction Whangarei Hotel & Conference Centre

Riverside

Allan

₹9,995

₹11,589 total

includes taxes & fees

11 Sept - 12 Sept

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.

9. Continental Motel

Regent

Koata

₹7,713

₹8,870 total

includes taxes & fees

14 Sept - 15 Sept

A room with two beds, a window with a view of a grassy field and trees, and a lamp between the beds.

A patio with a table and chairs, a palm tree, and a white fence.

A compact room with a bed, a wooden dining table, a kitchen area with black cabinets, a sink, and a potted plant.

10. Top Hill House

Maungatapere

Justin

₹4,273

₹5,477 total

includes taxes & fees

8 Oct - 9 Oct

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

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

A sunset over a beach with a silhouette of a tree and rocky shoreline.

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.

11. Waipu Cove Resort

Waipu

Setefano

₹11,672

₹13,422 total

includes taxes & fees

10 Sept - 11 Sept

A swimming pool with a blue edge, surrounded by a concrete deck.

A multi-story motel with a balcony, a parking lot, and palm trees.

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

A hotel room with a bed, a sofa, a small table, and a window with curtains.

12. Aaron Court Motel

Regent

Dereck

₹6,524

₹7,503 total

includes taxes & fees

8 Sept - 9 Sept

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.

13. Comfort Hotel Flames Whangerei

Onerahi

Samantha

₹7,970

₹9,165 total

includes taxes & fees

1 Oct - 2 Oct

A modern hotel room with a flat-screen TV, two beds, a sofa, and a small table.

A marina with multiple boats docked, calm water, and a small building with a dome roof.

A hotel room with a bed, a sofa, a TV, a dresser, and a door.

A compact kitchen with a built-in oven, a stainless steel sink, and a window above the countertop.

14. Kensington Motel

Kensington

Connie

₹8,247

₹9,536 total

includes taxes & fees

12 Sept - 13 Sept

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

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

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

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

15. Mangawhai Retreat Apartments

Mangawhai

Liz

₹6,814

₹7,902 total

includes taxes & fees

9 Sept - 10 Sept

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

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.

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.

16. Quest Whangarei

Whangarei Central

Jannett Evelyn Bell. Lance Te

₹11,067

₹12,728 total

includes taxes & fees

11 Sept - 12 Sept

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

A lobby with a Grand Thai restaurant sign, a staircase, and a seating area with floral-patterned chairs.

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

17. Grand Hotel, Whangarei

Whangarei Central

Neil

₹7,249

₹8,337 total

includes taxes & fees

8 Sept - 9 Sept

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

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

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

18. Discovery Settlers Hotel

Regent

Jade

₹8,315

₹9,656 total

includes taxes & fees

10 Sept - 11 Sept

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

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

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

19. Bk's Pohutukawa Lodge

Avenues

Peter

₹8,836

₹10,162 total

includes taxes & fees

27 Sept - 28 Sept

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

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

20. Quality Hotel Oceans Tutukaka

Tutukaka

Gareth

₹12,566

₹14,450 total

includes taxes & fees

8 Sept - 9 Sept

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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

Cherry Court Motor Lodge

10/10 Excellent

"Booked a one bedroom unit and the rooms were very clean with comfortable beds. I thought it would be noisy as we were close to the main road but the unit was very quiet. Check in was easy and the manager/owner was lovely and very helpful. Will definitely stay there again."

Lodge Bordeaux

10/10 Excellent

"Very helpful staff, excellent room with spa bath and superb breakfast."

Quality Hotel Oceans Tutukaka

10/10 Excellent

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Kingswood Manor Motel

10/10 Excellent

"Easy check in. Nice clean. Good location"

Motel Six

10/10 Excellent

"Amazing place to stay. Easy check in & check out, accommodating & everything was as it should be! Even free sky sports etc!"

Distinction Whangarei Hotel & Conference Centre

10/10 Excellent

"Old and dated but the staff were excellent, they could not be more helpful if they tried. Great beds, and clean and quiet. Will stay again"

Mangawhai Retreat Apartments

10/10 Excellent

"Spotless,immaculate. Lovely accommodating unit."

The Hideout

10/10 Excellent

"Perfect little getaway for my wife and I. Would visit again."

Discovery Settlers Hotel

8/10 Good

"Good. Well situation close to all amenities. Room clean and comfy "

More cheap stays in Ruakaka

Aaron Court Motel

22 Wolfe Street Whangarei

₹6,524

₹7,503 total

8 Sept - 9 Sept

includes taxes & fees

Grand Hotel, Whangarei

2 Bank Street Whangarei

₹7,249

₹8,337 total

8 Sept - 9 Sept

includes taxes & fees

Kensington Motel

85 Kamo Rd Whangarei Northland

₹8,247

₹9,536 total

12 Sept - 13 Sept

includes taxes & fees

9/10 Wonderful! (36 reviews)

Pembrooke Motor Lodge

13 Deveron Street Whangarei

₹9,050

₹10,450 total

8 Oct - 9 Oct

includes taxes & fees

8.6/10 Excellent! (129 reviews)

The Hideout

174 cames rd Mangawhai Northland

₹9,186

₹10,622 total

14 Sept - 15 Sept

includes taxes & fees

10/10 Exceptional! (13 reviews)

Aotearoa Surf Eco Pods

11 Te Arai Point Rd Te Arai Northland

₹7,934

₹10,771 total

21 Sept - 22 Sept

includes taxes & fees

8.6/10 Excellent! (17 reviews)

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 Continental Motel and Aaron Court Motel. 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. Also, another option that features an on-site pool is Continental Motel. 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 49 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 ₹7,503

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Our top choices for Ruakaka hotels

1. Ruakaka Beach Front Motel

2. ASURE Avenue Heights Motel

3. Camp Waipu Cove

4. Regent Residential Villa

5. Kingswood Manor Motel

6. Motel Six

7. Cherry Court Motor Lodge

8. Distinction Whangarei Hotel & Conference Centre

9. Continental Motel

10. Top Hill House

11. Waipu Cove Resort

12. Aaron Court Motel

13. Comfort Hotel Flames Whangerei

14. Kensington Motel

15. Mangawhai Retreat Apartments

16. Quest Whangarei

17. Grand Hotel, Whangarei

18. Discovery Settlers Hotel

19. Bk's Pohutukawa Lodge

20. Quality Hotel Oceans Tutukaka

Stay near popular Ruakaka attractions

Refining NZ Visitors Centre

Learn more about Ruakaka

Top Ruakaka Hotel Reviews

Cherry Court Motor Lodge

Lodge Bordeaux

Quality Hotel Oceans Tutukaka

Kingswood Manor Motel

Motel Six

Distinction Whangarei Hotel & Conference Centre

Mangawhai Retreat Apartments

The Hideout

Discovery Settlers Hotel

More cheap stays in Ruakaka

Aaron Court Motel

Grand Hotel, Whangarei

Kensington Motel

Pembrooke Motor Lodge

The Hideout

Aotearoa Surf Eco Pods

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