Title: Ruby’s Nest – A countryside experience (Ranch) - Latest Reviews, Deals & Photos 2026 - Expedia.ca [See all properties](http://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?regionId=&selected=116524009&adults=2&children=&sort=RECOMMENDED&useRewards=false&semdtl=&userIntent=&vip=false) # Ruby’s Nest – A countryside experience ## Photo gallery for Ruby’s Nest – A countryside experience ![Dining - Ruby’s Nest – A countryside experience (Te Poi)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/117000000/116530000/116524100/116524009/9c23bafc.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=598&ra=fit) ![Property grounds - Ruby’s Nest – A countryside experience (Te Poi)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/117000000/116530000/116524100/116524009/008b94f6.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Microwave, oven, stovetop, dishwasher - Ruby’s Nest – A countryside experience (Te Poi)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/117000000/116530000/116524100/116524009/e4a360bd.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Smart TV, fireplace - Ruby’s Nest – A countryside experience (Te Poi)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/117000000/116530000/116524100/116524009/b59c6e71.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Interior - Ruby’s Nest – A countryside experience (Te Poi)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/117000000/116530000/116524100/116524009/a33dfc08.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) - Overview - Rooms - Location - Policies Ruby’s Nest – A countryside experience provides a garden and more. Stay connected with free in-room WiFi. ## Reviews 10 Exceptional ## Popular amenities - Free WiFi - Parking available - Kitchen ## Check prices for these days [Tonight ](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-03-11&endDate=2026-03-12&selected=116524009&PinnedHotelID=116524009&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) [](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-03-11&endDate=2026-03-12&selected=116524009&PinnedHotelID=116524009&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) [Tomorrow ](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-03-12&endDate=2026-03-13&selected=116524009&PinnedHotelID=116524009&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) [](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-03-12&endDate=2026-03-13&selected=116524009&PinnedHotelID=116524009&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) [This weekend ](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-03-13&endDate=2026-03-15&selected=116524009&PinnedHotelID=116524009&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) [](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-03-13&endDate=2026-03-15&selected=116524009&PinnedHotelID=116524009&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) [Next weekend ](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-03-20&endDate=2026-03-22&selected=116524009&PinnedHotelID=116524009&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) [](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-03-20&endDate=2026-03-22&selected=116524009&PinnedHotelID=116524009&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ## Room options ![Mod logo](https://a.travel-assets.com/pricing-claim/sparkle_dark.svg) Sign in to view eligible discounts and perks. More rewards for more adventures! [Sign in](https://www.expedia.ca/login?ckoflag=0&uurl=e3id%3Dredr%26rurl%3D%2FTe-Poi-Hotels-Rubys-Nest-A-Countryside-Experience.h116524009.Hotel-Information)[Sign up, it's free](https://www.expedia.ca/signup?enable_registration=true&uurl=e3id%3Dredr%26rurl%3D%2FTe-Poi-Hotels-Rubys-Nest-A-Countryside-Experience.h116524009.Hotel-Information) ## About the area Te Poi is home to this farm stay. Founders Park and Firth Tower Museum are cultural highlights, and some of the area's activities can be experienced at Matamata Golf Club and Tirau Golf Club. Don't miss out on a visit to Hobbiton Movie Set. [Visit our Te Poi travel guide](https://www.expedia.ca/Te-Poi.dx553248635926198097) [View more Agritourism in Te Poi](https://www.expedia.ca/Te-Poi-Agritourism.d553248635926198097-aaAgritourism.Travel-Guide-Accommodation) ![Map](https://maps.googleapis.com/maps/api/staticmap?&size=660x330&map_id=3b266eb50d2997c6¢er=-37.911674,175.84912&zoom=13&channel=expedia-HotelInformation&maptype=roadmap&scale=1&path=color:0xFFFFF|weight:2|fillcolor:0x005AEB7F|enc:zvjfF_php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key=AIzaSyCYjQus5kCufOpSj932jFoR_AJiL9yiwOw&signature=ZrpfHOLBzpKWYOxtHe7pGNwQnu4=) Te Poi, Waikato Region ### What's nearby - ![Karapiro lake panorama, Waikato, New Zealand](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6048118/c201a7fe-9d5a-4048-bb7d-1267fdae6bcc.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=115.61&rh=65.03&ra=fit&q=high) Lake Karapiro 19 min drive \- 31.1 km - Founders Park 11 min drive \- 18.6 km - Wairere Falls 11 min drive \- 18.6 km - Te Waihou Walkway 11 min drive \- 18.3 km - Firth Tower Museum 13 min drive \- 19.7 km ### Getting around - Tauranga (TRG) 42 min drive ### Restaurants - Te Poi 3 min drive - Fitzgerald Glade Cafe 7 min drive - Okororie Pub 6 min drive - Te Poi Country Pub 3 min drive - Ndhuwur Kursi 11 min drive ## About this property ### Ruby’s Nest – A countryside experience Property highlights Ruby’s Nest – A countryside experience provides a garden and more. Guests can connect to free in-room WiFi. Room features All guestrooms at Ruby’s Nest – A countryside experience include comforts such as fireplaces, as well as amenities like free WiFi. More conveniences in all rooms include: - Bathrooms with tubs or showers and soap - Decks/patios, kitchens, and dishwashers ## Similar properties ![View from room](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/330000/329600/329597/874de647.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Rydges Rotorua Whakarewarewa - Pool - Hot tub - Parking included - Free WiFi 8.2 Very good 1,124 reviews CA $122 CA $140 total includes taxes & fees Mar 30 - Mar 31 [](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-03-30&endDate=2026-03-31&selected=329597&PinnedHotelID=329597&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![In-room safe, desk, laptop workspace, blackout drapes](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/520000/519300/519220/4bd9d9b3.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Sudima Lake Rotorua Rotorua - Pool - Parking included - Free WiFi - Restaurant 7.8 Good 1,001 reviews CA $141 CA $162 total includes taxes & fees Mar 30 - Mar 31 [](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-03-30&endDate=2026-03-31&selected=519220&PinnedHotelID=519220&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![Breakfast, lunch and dinner served](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/70000/69600/69569/2fd708c5.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Arawa Park Hotel Glenholme - Parking included - Free WiFi - Restaurant - Gym 7.4 Good 1,006 reviews CA $115 CA $133 total includes taxes & fees Mar 30 - Mar 31 [](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-03-30&endDate=2026-03-31&selected=69569&PinnedHotelID=69569&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![Courtyard](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/4000000/3880000/3871500/3871423/423cee69.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Regal Palms Resort Glenholme - Pool - Parking included - Free WiFi - Air conditioning 9.4 Exceptional 1,008 reviews CA $170 CA $198 total includes taxes & fees Mar 24 - Mar 25 [](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-03-24&endDate=2026-03-25&selected=3871423&PinnedHotelID=3871423&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![Restaurant](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/2000000/1140000/1131300/1131218/210b3a68.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### ibis Rotorua Rotorua - Parking included - Air conditioning - Laundry - Housekeeping 7.8 Good 1,000 reviews CA $118 CA $136 total includes taxes & fees Mar 15 - Mar 16 [](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-03-15&endDate=2026-03-16&selected=1131218&PinnedHotelID=1131218&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![Indoor pool](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/60000/54900/54871/472cd4d6.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Novotel Rotorua Lakeside Inner City - Pool - Hot tub - Kids pool - Free WiFi 7.8 Good 1,008 reviews CA $150 CA $173 total includes taxes & fees Mar 29 - Mar 30 [](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-03-29&endDate=2026-03-30&selected=54871&PinnedHotelID=54871&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![Indoor pool, a heated pool](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/20000/14900/14866/185850e0.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Millennium Hotel Rotorua Rotorua - Pool - Hot tub - Spa - Kids pool 8.2 Very good 1,000 reviews CA $186 CA $214 total includes taxes & fees Mar 25 - Mar 26 [](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-03-25&endDate=2026-03-26&selected=14866&PinnedHotelID=14866&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![Outdoor pool](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/4000000/3520000/3512200/3512184/d8c6c317.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Ramada Resort By Wyndham Rotorua Marama Mourea - Pool - Hot tub - Kitchen - Washer 9.0 Wonderful 592 reviews CA $209 CA $241 total includes taxes & fees Mar 29 - Mar 30 [](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-03-29&endDate=2026-03-30&selected=3512184&PinnedHotelID=3512184&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![Exterior](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/10000000/9680000/9679500/9679440/170b0643.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Rotorua Thermal Holiday Park Springfield - Pool - Parking included - Tennis court - Game room 8.6 Excellent 516 reviews CA $61 CA $71 total includes taxes & fees Mar 30 - Mar 31 [](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-03-30&endDate=2026-03-31&selected=9679440&PinnedHotelID=9679440&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![Dining](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/6000000/5090000/5088000/5087920/be5672d1.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Lake Rotorua Hotel Koutu - Pool - Parking included - Free WiFi - Business services 7.6 Good 952 reviews CA $71 CA $81 total includes taxes & fees Mar 18 - Mar 19 [](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-03-18&endDate=2026-03-19&selected=5087920&PinnedHotelID=5087920&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) [Compare similar properties](/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-03-25&endDate=2026-03-26&selected=116524009&PinnedHotelID=116524009&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2&comparePropertyIds=116524009,329597,519220,69569,3871423) ## Property amenities ### Internet - Available in all rooms: Free WiFi - In-room WiFi speed: 50+ Mbps - Available in some public areas: Internet access ### Family friendly - In-room kitchen - In-room microwave ### Outdoors - Garden ### Accessibility - If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking. - No elevator (single-level property) ## Room amenities ### Bathroom - Bathtub or shower - Soap - Toilet paper - Towels provided ### Entertainment - Smart TV ### Food and drink - Dishwasher - Kitchen - Microwave - Oven - Stovetop ### More - Fireplace - Heating ## Policies ### Special check-in instructions You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools ### Check-out instructions The host requires you complete the following before checking out: Load and start the dishwasher Remove personal items Turn off the lights and lock the doors Failure to complete these may result in a negative review from the host. ### Children and extra beds Children are welcome ## 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 Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children; if you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room 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 ## Frequently asked questions ### How much is parking? ### Where is Ruby’s Nest – A countryside experience located? ## Have a question? Beta Get instant answers with AI powered search of property information and reviews. Ask a question ## Reviews ## Ruby’s Nest – A countryside experience Reviews 10 ### 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 Cleanliness ### 10 Location 10 - Excellent 1 8 - Good 0 6 - Okay 0 4 - Poor 0 2 - Terrible 0 ## Reviews ### 10/10 Excellent #### Aaron W. Nov 2, 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy Needed a place to stay for a night. This was clean, affordable, and comfortable. ##### Aaron W. Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025 ### Expedia's Latest Trends ### Hotels > - [The Village Resort](https://www.expedia.ca/Taupo-Hotels-The-Village-Resort.h37878718.Hotel-Information) > - [Lakeview Cottage](https://www.expedia.ca/Lake-Tekapo-Hotels-Lakeview-Cottage.h37916190.Hotel-Information) > - [The Waterlily Gardens](https://www.expedia.ca/Waihi-Hotels-The-Waterlily-Gardens.h21518126.Hotel-Information) > - [Akaroa on the Beach Apartments](https://www.expedia.ca/Akaroa-Hotels-Akaroa-On-The-Beach-Apartments.h9626017.Hotel-Information) > - [Hilton Queenstown Resort & Spa](https://www.expedia.ca/Queenstown-Hotels-Hilton-Queenstown-Resort-Spa.h4268206.Hotel-Information) > - [Acacia Cliffs Lodge](https://www.expedia.ca/Taupo-Hotels-Acacia-Cliffs-Lodge.h3918501.Hotel-Information) > - [Turangi Leisure Lodge](https://www.expedia.ca/Turangi-Hotels-Turangi-Leisure-Lodge.h61338998.Hotel-Information) > - [Nomads Rest](https://www.expedia.ca/Lake-Tekapo-Hotels-Nomads-Rest.h27954748.Hotel-Information) > - [Chantillys Motor Lodge](https://www.expedia.ca/Taupo-Hotels-Chantillys-Motor-Lodge.h4528350.Hotel-Information) > - [Somersal Bed & Breakfast](https://www.expedia.ca/Hamilton-Hotels-Somersal-Bed-Breakfast.h4528347.Hotel-Information) > - [Te Anau Central Backpackers](https://www.expedia.ca/Te-Anau-Hotels-Te-Anau-Central-Backpackers.h84134490.Hotel-Information) > - [Lake Breeze Motel](https://www.expedia.ca/Taupo-Hotels-Lake-Breeze-Motel.h5959092.Hotel-Information) > - [Tudor Motor Lodge](https://www.expedia.ca/Hamilton-Hotels-Tudor-Motor-Lodge.h9626531.Hotel-Information) > - [Baycrest Lodge](https://www.expedia.ca/Taupo-Hotels-Baycrest-Lodge.h558050.Hotel-Information) > - [Distinction Luxmore Hotel](https://www.expedia.ca/Te-Anau-Hotels-Distinction-Luxmore-Hotel.h519248.Hotel-Information) > - [Horse and Jockey Inn](https://www.expedia.ca/Hamilton-Hotels-Horse-And-Jockey-Inn.h29357900.Hotel-Information) > - [Two Rivers Boutique Lodge Ohakune](https://www.expedia.ca/Ohakune-Hotels-Two-Rivers-Ohakune.h109320695.Hotel-Information) > - [Hamilton Settlers Motor Lodge](https://www.expedia.ca/Hamilton-Hotels-Hamilton-Settlers-Motor-Lodge.h9127261.Hotel-Information) > - [Ohakune TOP 10 Holiday Park](https://www.expedia.ca/Ohakune-Hotels-Ohakune-TOP-10-Holiday-Park.h33230446.Hotel-Information) > - [Lakeview Colonial Motel](https://www.expedia.ca/Queenstown-Hotels-Colonial-Village-Motel.h11453583.Hotel-Information) > - [Parklands Motorlodge](https://www.expedia.ca/Turangi-Hotels-Parklands-Motorlodge.h918774.Hotel-Information) > - [Waitomo Lodge](https://www.expedia.ca/Te-Kuiti-Hotels-Waitomo-Lodge.h72941486.Hotel-Information) > - [Acacia Lodge Motel](https://www.expedia.ca/Mangonui-Hotels-Acacia-Lodge-Motel.h2600471.Hotel-Information) > - [The Matarangi B & B](https://www.expedia.ca/Matarangi-Hotels-The-Matarangi-B-B.h97053938.Hotel-Information) > - [Waitomo Village Chalets Home of Kiwipaka](https://www.expedia.ca/Waitomo-Caves-Hotels-Kiwi-Paka-Waitomo.h19526472.Hotel-Information) > - [JetPark Hotel Hamilton Airport](https://www.expedia.ca/Hamilton-Hotels-Jet-Park-Hotel-Hamilton-Airport.h4281130.Hotel-Information) > - [Monty's self-contained unit](https://www.expedia.ca/Hamilton-Hotels-Montys-Self-Contained-Unit.h37984382.Hotel-Information) > - [Riverside Homestead Waitangi](https://www.expedia.ca/Haruru-Hotels-Riverside-Homestead-Waitangi.h78742745.Hotel-Information) > - [Carrick Lodge Motel](https://www.expedia.ca/Cromwell-Hotels-Carrick-Lodge-Motel.h9626119.Hotel-Information)