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Rapaura Watergardens

2.5 star property

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Design Chalet, 2 Bedrooms, Park View | In-room dining
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Design Chalet, 2 Bedrooms, Park View | Living area

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • Parking included
  • Restaurant
  • Laundry room
  • Kitchen

Explore the area

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586 Tapu-Coroglen Road, RD5, Coromandel Forest Park, Coromandel, 3575
  • Place, Rapaura Water Gardens
    ‪2 min walk‬
  • Place, Hauraki Rail Trail Thames
    ‪40 min drive‬
  • Place, Driving Creek Railway
    ‪50 min drive‬
  • Airport, Whitianga (WTZ-Whitianga Aerodrome)
    ‪42 min drive‬

Room options

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Design Chalet, 2 Bedrooms, Park View

Design Chalet, 2 Bedrooms, Park View

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)
  • Park view
  • 2 bedrooms
  • Sleeps 5
  • 2 Queen Beds

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Cottage, Park View | Living area

Cottage, Park View

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
(4 reviews)
  • Park view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Queen Bed

About the area

Coromandel Forest Park

At Rapaura Watergardens, you'll be 6.6 km (4.1 mi) from Tararu Bay and 18.7 km (11.6 mi) from Wilson Bay. Highlights at this guest house include a restaurant, free continental breakfast and in-room kitchens. .This business-friendly guest house offers free WiFi in public areas, a terrace and a garden. Additionally, you'll find laundry facilities, barbecues and a picnic area. There's also the convenience of free self parking. .Sights within a 30-minute drive of this Coromandel Forest Park guest house include Goldmine Experience and Burke Street Wharf.
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What's nearby

  • Rapaura Water Gardens - 2 min walk - 0.2 km
  • Hauraki Rail Trail Thames - 40 min drive - 34.0 km
  • The Coromandel Smoking Co. - 46 min drive - 52.6 km
  • Coromandel Historical Museum - 46 min drive - 53.3 km
  • Driving Creek Railway - 50 min drive - 55.8 km

Getting around

  • Whitianga (WTZ-Whitianga Aerodrome) - 55 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Royal Oak Pub - ‬7 min drive

About this property

Rapaura Watergardens

There's a restaurant on site. Free breakfast is served. Public spaces have free WiFi. A terrace, barbecue grills, and tour/ticket assistance are also featured at the business-friendly Rapaura Watergardens. Self parking is free.

This Coromandel Forest Park guest house is smoke free.

  • 2 guestrooms or units
  • Continental breakfast (free)
  • Self-service laundry
  • Express check-in
  • Express check-out
  • Storage area for luggage
  • Tour and ticket information
  • Terrace
  • Garden
  • BBQ grill(s)
  • Outdoor picnic space
  • No smoking on site
  • Dining venue
Rapaura Watergardens offers 2 accommodations with fireplaces and coffee/tea makers. Rooms open to balconies or patios. This individually decorated and furnished accommodation has separate sitting areas and includes sofa beds and desks. Kitchens offer fridges, stovetops, microwaves and separate dining areas. Bathrooms include a separate bath and shower and hairdryers.

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Free self parking on site
  • Limited on-site self parking

Food and drink

  • Free continental breakfast
  • A restaurant

Family friendly

  • In-room kitchen
  • In-room microwave
  • In-room refrigerator
  • In-room sofa bed
  • Laundry facilities
  • Living room
  • Separate bedroom
  • Separate in-room dining area

Conveniences

  • Laundry facilities
  • Luggage storage

Guest services

  • No housekeeping service
  • Tour and ticket assistance

Outdoors

  • Barbecue grill
  • Garden
  • Picnic area
  • Terrace

Accessibility

  • No lift

More

  • Smoke-free property

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided
  • Sofa bed

Bathroom

  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Separate bathtub and shower
  • Towels provided

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Electric kettle
  • Hob
  • Kitchen
  • Microwave
  • Refrigerator
  • Separate dining area
  • Toaster

More

  • Desk
  • Fireplace
  • Heating
  • Individual decor
  • Individual furnishings
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Living room
  • Separate sitting area

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3 PM; check-in end time: 10 PM
Late check-in subject to availability
Express check-in available
Minimum check-in age - 18

Check-out

Check-out before 10 AM
Express check-out available

Special check-in instructions

There is no front desk at this property
Guests must contact the property for check-in information
To make arrangements for check-in please contact the property ahead of time using the information on the booking confirmation
If you are planning to arrive after 10 PM please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Pets

  • No pets allowed, but service animals are welcome

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.

Payment types

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
This property accepts credit cards
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios and terraces, which may not be suitable for children; if you have any concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm that they can accommodate you in a suitable room
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A cash deposit, credit card or debit card for incidental charges and government-issued photo identification may be required upon check-in.
Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in. Special requests can't be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.
    This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business or profession. This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios and terraces, which may not be suitable for children. If you have any concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm that they can accommodate you in a suitable room. This property accepts Visa and Mastercard. For guests' safety, the property includes a fire extinguisher in all accommodation.

National rating

Property class, provided by our rating system, is based on property type, amenities and services.

Property is also known as

Rapaura Watergardens Guesthouse Tapu
Rapaura Watergardens Guesthouse
Rapaura Watergardens Tapu
Rapaura Watergardens Guesthouse
Rapaura Watergardens Coromandel Forest Park
Rapaura Watergardens Guesthouse Coromandel Forest Park

Frequently asked questions

What is the cancellation policy at Rapaura Watergardens?

Rapaura Watergardens offers free cancellation on select room rates. Check out the cancellation policy for more info.

Is parking available at Rapaura Watergardens?

Yep, Rapaura Watergardens has a free self car park.

Are there any beaches close to Rapaura Watergardens?

The closest beach to Rapaura Watergardens is Cooks Beach (24.4 km).

Does Rapaura Watergardens serve breakfast?

Yeah, free continental breakfast is available at Rapaura Watergardens.

Is there a free airport shuttle available at Rapaura Watergardens?

No, Rapaura Watergardens does not offer an airport shuttle service.

Is there a bar or restaurant at Rapaura Watergardens?

Yep, you can grab a meal at Rapaura Watergardens's onsite restaurant.

What time are check-in & check-out at Rapaura Watergardens?

Check-in begins at 3 PM. Check-out time is 10 AM.

Are pets allowed at Rapaura Watergardens?

No, only service animals are allowed.

Rapaura Watergardens Reviews

Reviews

10

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 28 out of 28 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 0 out of 28 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 28 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 28 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 28 reviews

9.8/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Staff & service

10/10

Amenities

9.6/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

Verified

10/10 Excellent

Michelle

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great staff, beautiful location , very quiet, very attentive responses to questions prior to arrival
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

William

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
beautiful facilities, great staff, wonderful garden, quite and remote
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Greg

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Beautiful. The watergardens are so peaceful and the longer walk to the waterfall for swimming was worth the climb. Our " house" was beautifully decorated and breakfast was great with all we could want. A hidden gem well worth the trip.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

John

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
The place is idyllic!! Beautiful gardens and waterfalls all to ourselves after the place closes. Breakfast in our own house. Peace and quiet.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Mark

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We had a great stay.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2022
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Carl

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Gorgeous property.
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Jacqueline

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Beautiful garden views, well appointed spaces and excellent service.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Frances

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Beautifully quiet and peaceful. Great spot to recharge in.
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Piet

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Great environment

Was a great environment. Nice cabin with lots of space. The free breakfast was a bonus waiting in our kitchen
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Kim

Liked: Property conditions & facilities
A perfect start to our New Zealand vacation. Please be aware that you will have no cell phone service but that is part of the allure.
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Eileen

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Amazing gardens with long walks, ponds, sculptures, ducks, waterfalls. Very quiet and out of the way. Host left very nice fixings for breakfast and read very friendly and helpful.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2022
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Jennifer

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Stay in paradise

This is a really beautiful place to spend a few nights. Setting is in a rainforest with waterfall and lovely gardens. It is a unique experience that is hard to find now. Sacha is a wonderful host.
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Suzanne

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Rapaura WaterGardens is absolutely magical. Imagine a cottage nestled in your own secret garden, 64 acres of lush bushes, native trees, lily ponds, flowers in bloom, gurgling streams, walking paths, green mounds of grass everywhere, and a gorgeous waterfall. Hard to not pinch yourself when you look out the sparkling windows gazing at nature, with the occasional ducks passing by and the birds singing their song. As you sit in your cozy cottage, luxurious in all the necessities, comfy in the most charming way, you just can’t help but feel grateful that you chose to stay 4 nights. Learning bits of the history that created this special place over 50 years ago and knowing that Sacha and Serena have taken it over from their late mummy as custodians and hosts with Super Ross, who we’ve not met, as the groundskeeper, can’t help but make us feel like family. What a special place this is, one that is in the spirit of a country known for its natural beauty and kind folks.
Stayed 4 nights in Jan 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Frank

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Sehr freundlicher Empfang. Wir hatten das Cottage, welches rustikal, aber gut ausgestattet ist. Nachdem wir die einzigen Gäste waren, hatten wir am Nachmittag den ganzen Park inklusive Wasserfall für uns alleine.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

eun jeong

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
숲속에 숨겨진 보석같은곳? 바다보다 숲을 좋아하는 우리 가족의 여름 휴양지로 더할나위없이 좋았습니다. 별장에 놀러 온 듯 편안하고 아늑했어요. 정원은 잘 가꾸어져있고 푸른 나무들이 주는 싱그러움에 눈도 마음도 새로워지는 느낌이예요. 오리들도 사랑스럽고요. 매년 찾고 싶은 휴양지로 등극입니다
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Elvie

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Amazing hosts Sally and Sacha made us feel welcome and special. Excellent stay in a unique bush setting.
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2020
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Beautiful gardens and the cottage was amazing. We were there for a friends wedding and the staff went above and beyond! Only advice would be to request a fan in the cottage, it was very warm well into the evening and as the cottages are surrounded by the garden and trees there are too many mossies to be comfortable leaving windows open
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2020
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
It is Paradise for us. We felt like a pair of Film Stars and relaxed completely after the busy family Christmas celebrations.
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2019
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Such a stunning location with bush walks, tranquil gardens and lovely hosts.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2019
Verified

10/10 Excellent

David

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
All very good. Walk around gardens is a great way to relax.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2019
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Gilles

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

A découvrir

Loger dans ce charmant cottage vaut le petit détour. Sacha et sa mère sont très accueillants. Qualité et propreté excellentes. Environnement super, jardin magnifique, chemin privé pour aller voir des cascades
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2019
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
If you want someplace and tranquility for a day or so this is the place, a rustic cottage set in beautiful gardens.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2019
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Toni

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Rauhaisaa oleskelua ankkojen/sorsien kanssa

Meillä oli mökki yhdeksi yöksi. Mökki oli iso ja siellä oli sähköt ja juokseva vesi. Aamupalatarvikkeet oli tuotu valmiiksi keittiöön. Oikein siistit tilat lukuunottamatta oleskelutilan kokolattiamattoa. Huomionarvoista että mökissä ei ole nettiä eikä telkkaria ja lähistöllä ei ole illallista tai kauppoja. Mökistä on mahtavat näkymät läheiseen metsään ja mäelle. Hintaan kuului myös Watergardenin sisäänpääsy (normaalisti taisi olla noin 15 dollaria), jossa etenkin lummeallas on upea. Ulkosalla viihtyvät myös useat sorsat/ankat joissa riittää ihmeteltävää.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2019
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Leena

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Lovely gardens and the nicest staff. Wonderful to swim on the waterfall!
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2018
Verified

10/10 Excellent

paul

Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2024