Hotels in Ruakaka

Free cancellation options if plans change

Earn rewards on every night you stay

Save more with Member Prices

Check prices for these dates

Tonight

Tomorrow

This weekend

Next weekend

Top 5 hotels in Ruakaka at a glance

Ruakaka Beach Front Motel — 3-star hotel in Ruakaka.
Waipu Cove Resort — 3-star hotel in Waipu. Guest rating: 8.8/10 — Excellent.
Camp Waipu Cove — 4.5-star hotel in Waipu. Guest rating: 9.2/10 — Wonderful.
The Hideout — 2-star hotel in Mangawhai. Guest rating: 10/10 — Exceptional.
Lodge Bordeaux — 5-star hotel in Avenues. Guest rating: 9.8/10 — Exceptional.

Where to stay in Ruakaka?

Properties are selected based on real traveler reviews and popularity among guests who’ve booked a night in Ruakaka on Hotels.com. These Ruakaka hotels consistently deliver on comfort, location and traveler experience. Last updated on August 25, 2026.

Ruakaka Beach Front Motel

Ruakaka

CNY838

CNY963 total

includes taxes & fees

Aug 27 - Aug 28

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 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.

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

Waipu Cove Resort

Waipu

CNY842

CNY968 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 21 - Sep 22

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

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

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.

Camp Waipu Cove

Waipu

CNY502

CNY577 total

includes taxes & fees

Aug 26 - Aug 27

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

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

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

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

The Hideout

Mangawhai

CNY690

CNY794 total

includes taxes & fees

Aug 31 - Sep 1

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

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

Lodge Bordeaux

Avenues

CNY830

CNY954 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 7 - Sep 8

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 swimming pool with a view of a residential building and a hilly landscape in the background.

Continental Motel

Regent

CNY556

CNY640 total

includes taxes & fees

Aug 28 - Aug 29

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

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

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

Discovery Settlers Hotel

Regent

CNY548

CNY630 total

includes taxes & fees

Aug 28 - Aug 29

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 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.

Bk's Pohutukawa Lodge

Avenues

CNY637

CNY733 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 13 - Sep 14

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

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

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.

Bella Vista Motel Whangarei

Avenues

CNY679

CNY781 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 19 - Sep 20

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

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

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

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

Kingswood Manor Motel

Whau Valley

CNY541

CNY622 total

includes taxes & fees

Aug 28 - Aug 29

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

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.

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.

Quest Whangarei

Whangarei Central

CNY798

CNY918 total

includes taxes & fees

Aug 28 - Aug 29

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

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 colorful facades and a pool area with sun loungers.

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

Quality Hotel Oceans Tutukaka

Tutukaka

CNY908

CNY1,045 total

includes taxes & fees

Aug 26 - Aug 27

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

Comfort Hotel Flames Whangerei

Onerahi

CNY578

CNY664 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 18 - Sep 19

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 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.

Motel Six

Regent

CNY455

CNY523 total

includes taxes & fees

Aug 26 - Aug 27

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

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

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

A compact kitchenette with a stainless steel sink, a microwave, a kettle, and a small refrigerator.

Kensington Motel

Kensington

CNY620

CNY712 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 5 - Sep 6

A wooden deck with two chairs and a small table overlooking a coastal landscape with a view of the sea and greenery.

A modern living room with a glass dining table, white sofas, and a kitchen area with white cabinets and a blue countertop.

A bedroom with a large bed, a nightstand, a painting, a view of the sea through a large window, and a balcony with chairs.

A poolside area with wicker furniture and a glass table with a plate of food.

Pacific Rendezvous

Tutukaka

CNY947

CNY1,089 total

includes taxes & fees

Aug 26 - Aug 27

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

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

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.

Distinction Whangarei Hotel & Conference Centre

Riverside

CNY749

CNY862 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 13 - Sep 14

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

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

Mangawhai Retreat Apartments

Mangawhai

CNY523

CNY601 total

includes taxes & fees

Aug 26 - Aug 27

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

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

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

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

Cherry Court Motor Lodge

Woodhill

CNY546

CNY628 total

includes taxes & fees

Aug 28 - Aug 29

A beach with clear blue water, sandy shore, and green vegetation in the foreground.

A hotel room with a bed, a nightstand, a lamp, and a window with curtains.

A modern living room with a grey sofa, a white coffee table, and a grey armchair. A flat-screen TV is mounted on the wall.

A modern kitchen with white cabinets, a white refrigerator, and a microwave. There is a dining table with four chairs.

The Sands Motel

Tutukaka

CNY1,179

CNY1,356 total

includes taxes & fees

Aug 26 - Aug 27

View all properties

Go beyond your typical stay in Ruakaka

Pool

Hot tub

Top landmarks in Ruakaka

Refining NZ Visitors Centre

8.0/10 (1 review)

Refining NZ Visitors Centre is worth a visit, located 2.8 mi (4.6 km) from central Ruakaka.

See properties

Learn more about Ruakaka

The region around Ruakaka is home to attractions such as Ruakaka Beach and Waipu Caves.

See all hotels in Ruakaka

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

Check out reviews of Ruakaka hotels guests love

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."

Kingswood Manor Motel

8/10 Good

"Clean rooms nice and quiet"

Aaron Court Motel

8/10 Good

"Studio was lovely and clean. Bed was comfortable and staff replaced our towels daily. Parking was really full. Manager on duty was very friendly 😀"

Bella Vista Motel Whangarei

10/10 Excellent

"Simple perfection. Lovely and clean Small room, but lots of room for luggage. Big bathroom Excellent water pressure And finally good size mugs for drinks ! Would absolutely stay again. Thanks so much for a perfect short stay."

Frequently asked questions

How much does a hotel room cost in Ruakaka?

You can find top hotels in Ruakaka from CNY415 with options to suit your budget and needs. To find an affordable hotel in Ruakaka that meets all of your requirements, just apply filters on Hotels.com and sort hotels by "Price: low to high".

How can I find deals and earn rewards at Ruakaka hotels?

Discover great deals on Ruakaka hotel stays with Hotels.com. You can also look at hotel prices mid-week or during the low season to find off-peak deals. And make sure to check out our last-minute deals on Ruakaka hotels.

Can I book Ruakaka hotels with free cancellation?

It's easy to book a refundable Ruakaka hotel on Hotels.com. Simply filter hotels by "Property cancellation options" and select "Fully refundable property". Many hotels offer free cancellation, so you can receive a refund if you need to cancel. Some hotels do require cancelling more than 24 hours before check-in, so double-check your booking beforehand.

What hotels do travelers recommend in Ruakaka?

Guests like Camp Waipu Cove.

Can I book refundable hotels in Ruakaka?

If you want the flexibility to change your plans to Ruakaka, most accommodations offer refundable* bookable rates. You can find these properties by searching our site and using the "fully refundable" filter to narrow the results down.

Where can I stay in Ruakaka if I want a vacation home instead of a traditional hotel?

If you want a good alternative to a hotel, look over our selection of 38 vacation homes.

What will the weather in Ruakaka be like during my visit?

February and January are typically the warmest months in Ruakaka when the average temp is 66°F. July and August are the coldest months when the average temperature is 54°F. July and June are the months with the most rain.

Why should I book my Ruakaka hotel through Hotels.com?

There are lots of reasons to book your Ruakaka trip with us: our free cancellations on selected hotels gives you flexibility, and with One Key™, our rewards program, you will be able to earn and use OneKeyCash™* on all eligible bookings such as hotels, car rentals, flights, vacation rentals and more on Hotels.com, Expedia and Vrbo.

Keep exploring

Book Hotels in Ruakaka on nz.hotels.com