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BEACHFRONT holiday home with stunning views& modern comforts -1h35 from Auckland

BEACHFRONT holiday home with stunning views& modern comforts -1h35 from Auckland
Ruakākā
9.8 out of 10, Exceptional, (11 reviews)
"The host was very responsive to any requests or questions"
New Zealand
Catherine S.
The price is CA $426
CA $668 total
includes taxes & fees
May 7 - May 8
BEACHFRONT holiday home with stunning views& modern comforts -1h35 from Auckland

Relaxed quiet home away from home!

Relaxed quiet home away from home!
Ruakaka
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (28 reviews)
"Terrianne was a very welcoming Host. Very nice apartment too, and walkable to nature reserve and beach."
United Kingdom
Ben W.
The price is CA $152
CA $219 total
includes taxes & fees
May 23 - May 24
Relaxed quiet home away from home!

Country Hamptons Coastal Chic

Country Hamptons Coastal Chic
Ruakaka
The price is CA $1,180
CA $1,811 total
includes taxes & fees
May 10 - May 11
Country Hamptons Coastal Chic

Waipū Thunder Domes no.1 offgrid eco glamping dome

Waipū Thunder Domes no.1 offgrid eco glamping dome
Waipu
9.8 out of 10, Exceptional, (8 reviews)
"Really relaxed, peaceful stay in a really well presented glamping geodome. "
New Zealand
Brad W.
The price is CA $138
CA $138 total
includes taxes & fees
May 6 - May 7
Waipū Thunder Domes no.1 offgrid eco glamping dome

Farm stay - Great Retreat with Panoramic Views

Farm stay - Great Retreat with Panoramic Views
Wheki Valley
9.8 out of 10, Exceptional, (23 reviews)
"It was a very nice venue and Patrick and Anita were great communicators. We enjoyed our stay thoroughly."
New Zealand
Christiaan C.
The price is CA $83
CA $148 total
includes taxes & fees
May 13 - May 14
Farm stay - Great Retreat with Panoramic Views

Beks Retreat,Estuary Edge,Mangawhai Heads

Beks Retreat,Estuary Edge,Mangawhai Heads
Mangawhai Heads
9.8 out of 10, Exceptional, (251 reviews)
"Really lovely stay. Felt like home. Made good use of the laundry facilities and kayak. Would definitely recommend and return."
United Kingdom
ANDREW
Beks Retreat,Estuary Edge,Mangawhai Heads

Riverfront Cottage Waipu

Riverfront Cottage Waipu
Waipu
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (56 reviews)
"Great place to stay so close to everything Pizza Barn was great to "
New Zealand
Anzac L.
The price is CA $104
CA $145 total
includes taxes & fees
May 19 - May 20
Riverfront Cottage Waipu

Papaka Bach - Awesome Waterfront Location

Papaka Bach - Awesome Waterfront Location
Ngunguru
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (120 reviews)
"It was a lovely classic Kiwi batch supplied with everything we needed and right on the beach! We very pleased with the whole rental."
United States
Bruce
The price is CA $140
CA $288 total
includes taxes & fees
May 18 - May 19
Papaka Bach - Awesome Waterfront Location

Twin Palms Ocean Beach, self contained chalet.

Twin Palms Ocean Beach, self contained chalet.
Ocean Beach
10.0 out of 10, Exceptional, (102 reviews)
"Great location and chalet for our one night stay. Everything we needed and friendly hosts. Well appointed.and quiet location."
New Zealand
Blair R.
The price is CA $192
CA $246 total
includes taxes & fees
May 6 - May 7
Twin Palms Ocean Beach, self contained chalet.

Little Blue House

Little Blue House
Maungatapere
10.0 out of 10, Exceptional, (1 review)
"It was excellent. There is nothing to add."
Australia
Andrew
The price is CA $94
CA $133 total
includes taxes & fees
May 9 - May 10
Little Blue House

Ripples-n-Tide Waterside Studio

Ripples-n-Tide Waterside Studio
Parua Bay
9.8 out of 10, Exceptional, (255 reviews)
"Was a small comfy place with a beautiful view had a great time"
New Zealand
joshua m.
The price is CA $94
CA $133 total
includes taxes & fees
Jun 5 - Jun 6
Ripples-n-Tide Waterside Studio

Waipu Glamping-sleeps up to 5

Waipu Glamping-sleeps up to 5
Waipu
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (33 reviews)
"Absolutely awesome spot, the glamp is very tidy and clean. Outdoor bath tub is top notch, highly recommend this spot."
Australia
Glen
The price is CA $140
CA $187 total
includes taxes & fees
May 18 - May 19
Waipu Glamping-sleeps up to 5

6 Bedroom home with 3 bathrooms, Rural and Private, 1km to local village, cafes

6 Bedroom home with 3 bathrooms, Rural and Private, 1km to local village, cafes
Mangawhai
9.8 out of 10, Exceptional, (171 reviews)
"The house was very clean and very comfortable. So close to town but with the feeling of being way out in the peaceful country. Diane the host was so welcoming and friendly too, I highly recommend this property :)"
Australia
Meagan
The price is CA $200
CA $360 total
includes taxes & fees
May 7 - May 8
6 Bedroom home with 3 bathrooms, Rural and Private, 1km to local village, cafes

Waipu Cove Resort

Waipu Cove Resort
3.0 star property
Waipu
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (118 reviews)
"All very good. Helpful manager. Check in very smooth and dinner recommendation great. Definitely recommend this motel "
Australia
Jenny
The price is CA $176
CA $202 total
includes taxes & fees
May 14 - May 15
Waipu Cove Resort

Pacific Rendezvous

Pacific Rendezvous
4.0 star property
Tutukaka
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (244 reviews)
"My wife and I have been to Pacific Rendezvous before and its a stunning place. "
Australia
Sean
The price is CA $175
CA $204 total
includes taxes & fees
May 19 - May 20
Pacific Rendezvous

The Bush Bus Nature’s Hideaway Whangarei, Maungatapere

The Bush Bus Nature’s Hideaway Whangarei, Maungatapere
Maungatapere
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (5 reviews)
"Excellent and cool. Good cooking facilities. Excellent bed. Private, quiet."
New Zealand
shannon k.
The price is CA $80
CA $118 total
includes taxes & fees
May 6 - May 7
The Bush Bus Nature’s Hideaway Whangarei, Maungatapere

Kingswood Manor Motel

Kingswood Manor Motel
3.5 star property
Whau Valley
8.2 out of 10, Very good, (535 reviews)
"Friendly staff, good value for money."
Australia
Deeksha
The price is CA $107
CA $123 total
includes taxes & fees
May 20 - May 21
Kingswood Manor Motel

Mangawhai Retreat Apartments

Mangawhai Retreat Apartments
4.5 star property
Mangawhai
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (369 reviews)
"Great place to stay, well presented apartment.."
Australia
Tony
The price is CA $120
CA $139 total
includes taxes & fees
May 12 - May 13
Mangawhai Retreat Apartments

Private studio with your own waterfall garden and 5 minute walk to Hospital

Private studio with your own waterfall garden and 5 minute walk to Hospital
Horahora
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (3 reviews)
"The bedroom and facilities were absolutely immaculately clean, and very comfortable."
New Zealand
Marianne H.
The price is CA $126
CA $170 total
includes taxes & fees
May 11 - May 12
Private studio with your own waterfall garden and 5 minute walk to Hospital

Waterfront retreat of Kaipara Harbour.

Waterfront retreat of Kaipara Harbour.
Pahi
10.0 out of 10, Exceptional, (1 review)
"Enjoyed our stay. Comfortable and had everything we needed. "
New Zealand
Sarah C.
The price is CA $187
CA $277 total
includes taxes & fees
May 6 - May 7
Waterfront retreat of Kaipara Harbour.
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Find out more about Ruakaka

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 Ruakaka. 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.

Frequently asked questions

Can I find a vacation rental in Ruakaka?

Yes, we offer vacation rentals close to well known attractions in Ruakaka, or you can select a secluded option if you're looking for relaxation. Ruakaka is known for its beaches.

What's the top vacation rental that Ruakaka has to offer?

Only 40 metres to the beach!: Visitors like this Ruakaka vacation home rental. It is located near the beach and has a patio, a garden, and a barbecue grill to put you at ease in your new surroundings. It has 3 bedrooms as well as a kitchen with a dishwasher, a fridge, and a stovetop, so you can cook with friends or family. You and your friends and family can relax into your vacation with amenities like a selection of games.

How many vacation rentals are there in Ruakaka?

Expedia has 40 vacation rentals for your stay in Ruakaka.

What’s there to see and do in Ruakaka?

While you're exploring the area, Ruakaka Beach and Waipu Caves are a couple of picturesque spots to get outside and enjoy nature. In the larger area, you’ll find Mount Manaia and Waipu Cove Beach.

What’s a vacation rental in Ruakaka like?

A vacation rental is a private property you can book for several days or longer in Ruakaka. Vacation rentals offer amenities like WiFi and washers and dryers so you'll have all the conveniences of home. If you're concerned about a clean environment, vacation rentals can offer a sense of privacy away from shared hotel elevators and busy concierge desks while still allowing you to travel. You'll also get more space in a vacation rental than in a hotel, which makes a vacation rental an attractive choice for a small group gathering.