Title: Banana Bungalow: serenity, views, tropical setting - Latest Reviews, Deals & Photos 2026 - Expedia.ca [See all properties](http://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?regionId=&selected=98522249&adults=2&children=&sort=RECOMMENDED&useRewards=false&semdtl=&userIntent=&vip=false) Entire apartment # Banana Bungalow: serenity, views, tropical setting Apartment in Raglan with kitchenette and balcony ## Photo gallery for Banana Bungalow: serenity, views, tropical setting ![Interior - Banana Bungalow: serenity, views, tropical setting (Raglan)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/99000000/98530000/98522300/98522249/400260c9.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=598&ra=fit) ![1 bedroom, free WiFi, bed sheets - Banana Bungalow: serenity, views, tropical setting (Raglan)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/99000000/98530000/98522300/98522249/466b72db.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Property grounds - Banana Bungalow: serenity, views, tropical setting (Raglan)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/99000000/98530000/98522300/98522249/bf58fd81.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Exterior - Banana Bungalow: serenity, views, tropical setting (Raglan)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/99000000/98530000/98522300/98522249/bbc34a79.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Shower, hair dryer, towels, soap - Banana Bungalow: serenity, views, tropical setting (Raglan)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/99000000/98530000/98522300/98522249/6d9ebbe5.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) - Overview - Location - Amenities - Policies Step into a tropical retreat at this Raglan haven, where banana palms lead you down to your Studio Balcony with harbour views. Enjoy the BBQ grill under starry skies or explore nearby beaches and water sports playground. ## Reviews 9.8 Exceptional ### Entire apartment 1 bedroom1 bathroomSleeps 2 ## Popular amenities - Kitchen - Free WiFi - Parking available - Barbecue grill ## Add dates for prices Check-in Check-out Travellers ## About this property ### Entire place You'll have the entire apartment to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party. ### Banana Bungalow: serenity, views, tropical setting Relax in this tranquil studio space, with expansive elevated views from your deck. Wander throught the tropical gardens, take a short walk into town across the sports field and cool off in the outdoor shower after a hard day at the beach. The studio comes with a well-appointed kitchenette, BBQ and if there is more than 2 of you we have the overflow bunkroom which is warm and cosy for the kids. Cruiser bikes for popping into town and an inflatable double kayak are available too. Welcome! ## Property amenities ### Internet - Available in the apartment: Free WiFi ### Parking and transportation - Parking on site ### Kitchenette - Blender - Cookware, dishware, and utensils - Electric kettle - Refrigerator - Toaster ### Bedrooms - Bedroom - Bedsheets provided ### Bathroom - 1 bathroom - Hair dryer - Shower - Soap - Toilet paper - Towels provided ### Entertainment - Smart TV ### Outdoor areas - Balcony - Barbecue grill ### Comfort - Heating ### Pets - No pets allowed ### Suitability/Accessibility - Smoking not allowed ### Safety features - Carbon monoxide detector not reported (host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector) - Smoke detector (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property) ## Similar properties ![Property grounds](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/99000000/98530000/98521900/98521849/a201da4e.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Pineapple Palace Studio: tranquil, central setting Raglan - Kitchen - Free WiFi - Parking available 9.2 Wonderful 16 reviews CA $135 CA $236 total includes taxes & fees Jan 11 - Jan 12, 2026 [](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-01-11&endDate=2026-01-12&selected=98521849&PinnedHotelID=98521849&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![Exterior](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/115000000/114200000/114199700/114199687/ba03aa69.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Comfortable studio with stunning mountain & ocean views – Your perfect getaway! 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Clean after use for next people/Turn Off Gas Checkout Contact if leaving before10am ### Pets Pets not allowed ### Children and extra beds Children are welcome Note from host: Tell us your requirement +we'll try make it happen ### Events No events allowed ### Smoking Smoking is not permitted ## Important information ### You need to know Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card, or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited Host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector with you on the trip Host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property This property is managed through our partner, Vrbo. You will receive an email from Vrbo with a link to a Vrbo account, where you can change or cancel your reservation ## About the area ![Map](https://maps.googleapis.com/maps/api/staticmap?&size=660x330&map_id=3b266eb50d2997c6¢er=-37.800404,174.88113&zoom=13&channel=expedia-HotelInformation&maptype=roadmap&scale=1&path=color:0xFFFFF|weight:2|fillcolor:0x005AEB7F|enc:l_ueFankj%60%40%3FU%3FQ%3FU%40Q%3FQ%40U%40Q%40U%40QBU%40Q%40SBSBOBSBSBSDQBQDUDQBQDQDQFQDOFQFQDSFMFQFSFMHOFQHOFMHQHOHOHMHKHOJOJMHKJOHKJKLOHKJKLKJKJILKJKLILKLGJILGLILILGNILELGLENELILENELCNENELANELCNANCNALCNCN%3FNAN%3FNCL%3FN%3FN%3FN%3FNBN%3FN%40L%3FNBNBL%40PBL%40NBLDN%40NDLDNBLDNDLHLDNDLFLDLHNFJHLHLFLHLFJJLHLJJJLHJJJJJJJJJNJJJJJNHJJLHNHNHJJLHNHNFPHLFNHPFNFLHRFPFLDRFPDPFNDPDPDPDPDPBTDPBPDR%40PBTBNBRBR%40P%40T%40PBT%3FP%40T%40P%3FP%40T%3FP%3FT%3FR%3FPAT%3FPAPAT%3FPCTAPATAPCTCPCPCTAPEPCPEPCTEPEPEREPEPGLEPGREPGLGRIPGLGNIPGNILGRILINKLILILINKNIJKLKLKHKNKJKJKJKJMHKJMJMHKJMHMFMHMFKHOFMHMDMHODMBMHODMDOBMDODO%40MFO%40MBQ%40MBO%40OBM%3FO%40O%3FOBO%3FO%3FO%3FM%3FOCO%3FOAO%3FOCMAOCOAOCMAOGMAOEOEMCOEMEMIOCMEMIMEOIMGMIMGMIKGMIMKMIKKMKKIKKMKKKIKMOKIIMKMIKKOKOIMIMIMIOIMISGMIOGQIOGMGQGSGMEQGSGQEMGQEQESCQEQEUCQEQCQCUCQCQCQAUAQCUAQAUAQAU%3FQAQ%3FU%3FQ%3FS&key=AIzaSyCYjQus5kCufOpSj932jFoR_AJiL9yiwOw&signature=5NJP_vg-rvb6FY-N5sRgs6zC3ag=) Raglan, Waikato #### What's nearby - Raglan & District Museum \- 2 min drive \- 1.8 km - Old School Arts Centre \- 2 min drive \- 1.8 km - Waikato Hospital \- 33 min drive \- 54.2 km - SkyCity Hamilton \- 35 min drive \- 54.2 km - University of Waikato \- 39 min drive \- 57.0 km #### Getting around - Hamilton (HLZ-Hamilton Intl.) - 57 min drive #### Restaurants - ‪The Wharf Kitchen & Bar - ‬19 min walk - ‪George's Beach Club - ‬5 min drive - ‪Orca Restaurant & Bar - ‬5 min drive - ‪Raglan Fish - ‬19 min walk - ‪The Shack - ‬4 min drive ## Frequently asked questions ### Is Banana Bungalow: serenity, views, tropical setting pet-friendly? ### How much does it cost to stay at Banana Bungalow: serenity, views, tropical setting? ### How much is parking? ### What time is check-in at Banana Bungalow: serenity, views, tropical setting? ### What time is check-out at Banana Bungalow: serenity, views, tropical setting? ### Where is Banana Bungalow: serenity, views, tropical setting located? ## Have a question? Beta Get instant answers with AI powered search of property information and reviews. Ask a question ## Banana Bungalow: serenity, views, tropical setting Reviews ## Reviews ### Exceptional All reviews shown are from real guest experiences. Only travellers who have booked a stay with us can submit a review. We verify reviews according to our guidelines and publish all reviews, positive or negative. [More information](https://www.expedia.ca/lp/b/content-guidelines) 10 - Excellent 15 8 - Good 2 6 - Okay 0 4 - Poor 0 2 - Terrible 0 ### 10 Cleanliness ### 9.2 Location ### 10 Eco-friendliness ### 9.4 Property conditions & facilities ## Reviews ### 10/10 Excellent #### Ashleigh N. Sep 27, 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy Very clean, and the view is lovely! ##### Ashleigh N. Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Carlina G. Sep 23, 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Raglan paradise Very private, well set up, lovely bush views, Friendly host ##### Carlina G. Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2024 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Simeon P. Nov 17, 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Exceeded expectations Great location, short walk to town. Lovely outlook ##### Simeon P. Stayed 1 night in Nov 2024 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Jonathon Jan 9, 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, communication My partner and I had great time our studio had a large deck perfect for having our coffee and meals ##### Jonathon Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### John P. Nov 17, 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Weekend break Lovely property - had everything I needed for a night away, quiet location, great view and short walk into the town centre across the rugby field. Host was very communicative and welcoming - recommended ##### John P. Stayed 1 night in Nov 2024 ### 8/10 Good #### Belinda B. Nov 3, 2023 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Banana Studio Super little place to stay. Limited facilities but that’s fine. Very clean Lovely outside verandah to sit at. ##### Belinda B. Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2023 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Lauren Nov 22, 2023 Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication The studio has everything you need for a relaxing and comfortable stay. Hine, the host, got in contact to give advice and guidance on the local area and other bits which was very useful. I would recommend if you want to enjoy a wonderful stay in Raglan. Close to everything and just a short drive to the beach! ##### Lauren Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2023 ### 8/10 Good #### Stephen Mar 2, 2024 Liked: Property conditions & facilities Lovely property, one appointed, beautifully clean. Very tricky to enter the property using the key – could do with some attention. Would have loved a drop of milk and a biscuit upon arrival. But otherwise very satisfactory stay. Thank you ##### Stephen Stayed 1 night in Mar 2024 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Maureen G. Mar 1, 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Quiet and sunny Great place. Just a short distance from town. Great host. ##### Maureen G. Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Nicola S. Aug 10, 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy The size of the room exceeded my expectations. Really lovely property, nice outlook, covered verandah for socialising, really nice owner. Wish there was a bit more cooking facilities, ie electric hob, but the owners were great about it and offered a microwave and there is a BBQ you can use. Highly recommend! ##### Nicola S. Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Rowan S. May 19, 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Raglan getaway Great self-contained studio. Clean and tidy and great presentation, highly recommend this place. ##### Rowan S. Stayed 1 night in May 2024 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Rachael W. Aug 2, 2025 ##### Rachael W. Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Douglas B. Jun 29, 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy ##### Douglas B. Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Paul F. Dec 26, 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy ##### Paul F. 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