Title: Tararu Vacation Rentals from CA $119: Short-Term Rentals for 2026 | Expedia.ca

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## Our top choices for Tararu vacation rentals

![Exterior](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/42000000/41830000/41826000/41825952/59573066.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium)

![BBQ/picnic area](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/42000000/41830000/41826000/41825952/a672e3a9.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium)

![Streamside / Seaview 3 Bedroom Family Cottage](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/42000000/41830000/41826000/41825952/691ccafb.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium)

![Streamside / Seaview 3 Bedroom Family Cottage | Living area](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/42000000/41830000/41826000/41825952/27194a1f.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium)

### Comfort Inn Sunset

[](https://www.expedia.ca/Thames-Hotels-Sunset-Motel.h41825952.Hotel-Information)

Thames

9.0/10

Wonderful

(150 reviews)

"Room was spotless, staff and amenities superb"

![United Kingdom](https://a.travel-assets.com/egds/marks/flags/uk.svg)

Jayne

CA $110

CA $126 total

includes taxes & fees

Feb 10 - Feb 11

[](https://www.expedia.ca/Thames-Hotels-Sunset-Motel.h41825952.Hotel-Information)

![Chalet (Camellia) | Balcony](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/8000000/7250000/7249700/7249666/0f9fbb20.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium)

![Exterior](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/8000000/7250000/7249700/7249666/83fab5d1.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium)

![Chalet (Rose)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/8000000/7250000/7249700/7249666/ce347d4e.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium)

![Chalet (Camellia)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/8000000/7250000/7249700/7249666/cb1636e1.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium)

### Grafton Cottage & Chalets

[](https://www.expedia.ca/Thames-Hotels-Grafton-Cottage-Chalets.h7249666.Hotel-Information)

Thames

9.4/10

Exceptional

(427 reviews)

"Amazing hosts and location "

![Australia](https://a.travel-assets.com/egds/marks/flags/au.svg)

Sheree

CA $103

CA $119 total

includes taxes & fees

Mar 7 - Mar 8

[](https://www.expedia.ca/Thames-Hotels-Grafton-Cottage-Chalets.h7249666.Hotel-Information)

![TV](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/90000000/89960000/89952900/89952823/266e3793.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium)

![Interior](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/90000000/89960000/89952900/89952823/860c732e.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium)

![Exterior](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/90000000/89960000/89952900/89952823/2b0e1d46.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium)

![Property grounds](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/90000000/89960000/89952900/89952823/70a12223.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium)

### Peaceful Miranda area and less than an hour to Auckland Sleeps three 

[](https://www.expedia.ca/Waitakaruru-Hotels-Peaceful-Rural-Setting-Less-Than-One-Hour-To-Auckland-Airport.h89952823.Hotel-Information)

Waitakaruru

10/10

Exceptional

(17 reviews)

"It was so clean and inviting, with unique personal touches"

![United States](https://a.travel-assets.com/egds/marks/flags/us.svg)

Eliza

CA $122

CA $166 total

includes taxes & fees

Feb 11 - Feb 12

[](https://www.expedia.ca/Waitakaruru-Hotels-Peaceful-Rural-Setting-Less-Than-One-Hour-To-Auckland-Airport.h89952823.Hotel-Information)

![2 outdoor pools, open 8:00 AM to 9:00 PM, pool umbrellas, sun loungers](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/10000000/9630000/9627100/9627098/4d22682d.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium)

![Standard Apartment, 1 Bedroom, Non Smoking, Garden View (Room 3) | Living area](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/10000000/9630000/9627100/9627098/e3bd0bae.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium)

![Standard Apartment, 1 Bedroom, Non Smoking, Garden View (Room 3) | Extra beds](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/10000000/9630000/9627100/9627098/abdbe44b.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium)

![Standard Apartment, 1 Bedroom, Non Smoking, Garden View (Room 3)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/10000000/9630000/9627100/9627098/e05dcd51.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium)

### Avalon Motel Thames – Wenzel Motels

[](https://www.expedia.ca/Thames-Hotels-Avalon-Motel-Thames.h9627098.Hotel-Information)

Thames

9.0/10

Wonderful

(170 reviews)

"Great place to stay!"

![Australia](https://a.travel-assets.com/egds/marks/flags/au.svg)

Rikki

CA $146

CA $169 total

includes taxes & fees

Feb 22 - Feb 23

[](https://www.expedia.ca/Thames-Hotels-Avalon-Motel-Thames.h9627098.Hotel-Information)

![Dining](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/38000000/38000000/37993800/37993767/6045a6d7.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium)

![Fridge, microwave, oven, dishwasher](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/38000000/38000000/37993800/37993767/2c24f5e7.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium)

![Exterior](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/38000000/38000000/37993800/37993767/6d7c5d02.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium)

![1 bedroom, iron/ironing board, bed sheets, wheelchair access](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/38000000/38000000/37993800/37993767/165eb1f0.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium)

### This beautiful cottage welcomes you with unique br

[](https://www.expedia.ca/Miranda-Hotels-This-Beautiful-Cottage-Welcomes-You-With-Unique-Br.h37993767.Hotel-Information)

Miranda

9.6/10

Exceptional

(85 reviews)

"Thoroughly enjoyed our stay. The view is absolutely amazing and the place has absolutely everything you need for a relaxing time."

![New Zealand](https://a.travel-assets.com/egds/marks/flags/nz.svg)

Kelly B.

CA $204

CA $346 total

includes taxes & fees

Feb 13 - Feb 14

[](https://www.expedia.ca/Miranda-Hotels-This-Beautiful-Cottage-Welcomes-You-With-Unique-Br.h37993767.Hotel-Information)

![Beach](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/35000000/34650000/34641400/34641374/6b30fc16.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium)

![Bar (on property)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/35000000/34650000/34641400/34641374/76adca2b.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium)

![Fridge, microwave, electric kettle, toaster](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/35000000/34650000/34641400/34641374/a41fcd0b.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium)

![Exterior](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/35000000/34650000/34641400/34641374/aeccf49d.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium)

### Devcich Historic Farmstead - Cottage

[](https://www.expedia.ca/Thames-Hotels-Devcich-Historic-Farmstead-Farmhouse.h34641374.Hotel-Information)

Thames

10/10

Exceptional

(5 reviews)

"A nice cottage at a beautiful spot, loved waking up to peacocks and birds wandering freely and the river ford is a special touch. It’s a great placement if you like to be 10-15 minutes out of town to have some peace and quiet."

![New Zealand](https://a.travel-assets.com/egds/marks/flags/nz.svg)

Mya S.

CA $122

CA $213 total

includes taxes & fees

Feb 8 - Feb 9

[](https://www.expedia.ca/Thames-Hotels-Devcich-Historic-Farmstead-Farmhouse.h34641374.Hotel-Information)

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## Top Tararu Hotel Reviews

![Grafton Cottage & Chalets](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/8000000/7250000/7249700/7249666/0f9fbb20_y.jpg)

### Grafton Cottage & Chalets

10/10 Excellent

"Lovely little cottage with beautiful views. Added bonus of being able to help yourself to fruit from the garden. Albi was really friendly and helpful."

[](https://expedia.ca/Thames-Hotels-Grafton-Cottage-Chalets.h7249666.Hotel-Information)

![Newly built self-contained auxiliary unit in awesome Thornton Bay](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/112000000/111810000/111801900/111801820/cd19569d_y.jpg)

### Newly built self-contained auxiliary unit in awesome Thornton Bay

10/10 Excellent

"The host was very friendly and helpful. A great welcome. The amenities were excellent and the environment amazing. Such lovely views of the sea. A lovely visit. I would definitely recommend this place. And would return just to see how the garden is developing."

[](https://expedia.ca/Ngarimu-Bay-Hotels-Newly-Built-Self-Contained-Auxiliary-Unit-In-Awesome-Thornton-Bay.h111801820.Hotel-Information)

![Avalon Motel Thames – Wenzel Motels](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/10000000/9630000/9627100/9627098/47dd0cf9_y.jpg)

### Avalon Motel Thames – Wenzel Motels

10/10 Excellent

"Very nice room and clean, recommend "

[](https://expedia.ca/Thames-Hotels-Avalon-Motel-Thames.h9627098.Hotel-Information)

![Rolleston Motel Thames – Wenzel Motels](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/10000000/9630000/9627800/9627719/ad898107_y.jpg)

### Rolleston Motel Thames – Wenzel Motels

10/10 Excellent

"Staff very friendly and helpful. Very clean."

[](https://expedia.ca/Thames-Hotels-Rolleston-Motel.h9627719.Hotel-Information)

![Rapaura Watergardens](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/13000000/12390000/12385100/12385099/6b43d5c5_y.jpg)

### Rapaura Watergardens

10/10 Excellent

"Great staff, beautiful location , very quiet, very attentive responses to questions prior to arrival"

[](https://expedia.ca/Coromandel-Forest-Park-Hotels-Rapaura-Watergardens.h12385099.Hotel-Information)

![Comfort Inn Sunset](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/42000000/41830000/41826000/41825952/658449c7_y.jpg)

### Comfort Inn Sunset

10/10 Excellent

"Awesome spot"

[](https://expedia.ca/Thames-Hotels-Sunset-Motel.h41825952.Hotel-Information)

![Peaceful Miranda area and less than an hour to Auckland
Sleeps three ](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/90000000/89960000/89952900/89952823/70a12223_y.jpg)

### Peaceful Miranda area and less than an hour to Auckland Sleeps three 

10/10 Excellent

"It was so clean and inviting, with unique personal touches"

[](https://expedia.ca/Waitakaruru-Hotels-Peaceful-Rural-Setting-Less-Than-One-Hour-To-Auckland-Airport.h89952823.Hotel-Information)

![Coastal Motor Lodge](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/10000000/9630000/9624400/9624384/54ad160e_y.jpg)

### Coastal Motor Lodge

10/10 Excellent

"Very good parking, good shower and bathroom, well equipped kitchen. "

[](https://expedia.ca/Thames-Hotels-Coastal-Motor-Lodge.h9624384.Hotel-Information)

![Te Aputa Lodge](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/17000000/16010000/16001200/16001122/9069b753_y.jpg)

### Te Aputa Lodge

10/10 Excellent

"Upon arriving we were hesitant that we’d found the right address. The absolute beauty of the location had not been given its due justice from the online photos. The new owners have done so much to revitalize the rooms, overall property and gardens. The panoramic view was epic."

[](https://expedia.ca/Te-Puru-Hotels-La-Casa-Te-Puru-Lodge.h16001122.Hotel-Information)

## Find out more about Tararu

You always said you would go on a dream vacation someday. Now, someday is here. But you don’t just want to dip your toe into the trip of a lifetime, you want to cannon ball into the deep end. Go ahead, unplug and unwind in style. When you book one of our vacation rentals, the ordinary is in the rearview. Instead of sharing your vacation with hundreds of hotel guests, you get to take advantage of all the space at your private apartment or room. You also get to enjoy all the amenities of a private residence for a truly unique and memorable stay. Why don’t you take off your shoes and settle in for a while? Your vacation just got upgraded.  
  
As much as you love your short-term rental, it’s always good to get out and explore to soak up . Live like a local: Eat regional food, cheer on the home team, and visit the best cultural attractions in town. No matter the season, there is always something going on in . Seeing all the best attractions is bound to make you fall in love with Tararu. Who knows, you may even be tempted to extend your vacation rental stay. There’s a reason home rentals are so popular here—after a long day of exploration, going back to your very own living room to stretch out is a dream come true.   
  
It’s your escape so why share it? You deserve your own slice of paradise. Booking your vacation rental on Expedia is simple and safe. Just pick your dates to search for the perfect property and book securely. We let you contact the property owner directly to make any special arrangements. All that’s left to do is show up with bells on and have a memorable vacation. With all the amenities available in short-term rentals, that won’t be hard to do.   

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