Ruakaka Beach Front Motel

Property class: 3

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A modern kitchen with a built-in oven, microwave, and a window with a view of greenery.
A modern living room with a television, seating area, and a large window with a cityscape view.
A bedroom with a large bed, a nightstand, a lamp, a painting, and a window with a view of the outdoors.
An aerial view of a coastal town with a beach, residential areas, and a large building complex.
An outdoor patio area with a pergola, seating, and potted plants.

Reviews

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful

Popular amenities

  • Parking included
  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Laundry room
  • Housekeeping
  • Kitchen
The current price is AU$196
includes taxes & fees
6 Sept - 7 Sept

Explore the area

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115 Ruakaka Beach Road, Ruakaka, 0116
  • Place, Ruakaka Beach
    ‪2 min walk‬
  • Place, Town Basin Marina
    ‪24 min drive‬
  • Place, Waipu Cove Beach
    ‪25 min drive‬
  • Airport, Whangarei (WRE)
    ‪33 min drive‬

Room options

Deluxe Apartment, 1 Queen Bed

  • 29 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi

Superior Studio, Balcony, Sea View

  • Sea view
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Queen Bed and 1 Single Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi

Apartment, Balcony, Sea View

  • Sea view
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi

Apartment, Balcony, Sea View

  • Sea view
  • 2 bedrooms
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Queen Bed and 2 Single Beds
  • Free Wi-Fi

About the area

Ruakaka

At Ruakaka Beach Front Motel, you'll be 0.2 km (0.1 mi) from Ruakaka Beach and 7.4 km (4.6 mi) from Refining NZ Visitors Centre. Highlights at this beachfront motel include free self-parking, and in-room kitchens and free WiFi. .This beach motel offers free WiFi in public areas. Additionally, you'll find laundry facilities. .Places within a 15-minute drive of this 3-property class Ruakaka motel include Waipu Museum and Waipu Caves.

What's nearby

  • Ruakaka Beach - 2 min walk - 0.2 km
  • Waipu Caves - 24 min drive - 18.3 km
  • Town Basin Marina - 24 min drive - 37.9 km
  • Waipu Cove Beach - 25 min drive - 24.2 km
  • Mangawhai Heads Beach - 46 min drive - 41.3 km

Getting around

  • Whangarei (WRE) - 46 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Bach Cafe - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪Wicked Cafe & Take Away - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Land & Sea - ‬10 min drive
  • ‪Waipu Tavern - ‬9 min drive
  • ‪La Nonna Italian Bakery - ‬3 min drive

About this property

Ruakaka Beach Front Motel

Ruakaka Beach Front Motel offers its guests laundry facilities. Public spaces have free WiFi. Self parking is free.

Smoking is allowed in designated areas at this 3-star Ruakaka motel.

  • 18 guestrooms or units
  • Self-service laundry
  • Front desk (limited hours)
  • Smoking in designated areas
Ruakaka Beach Front Motel offers 18 accommodations with a hairdryer and an iron/ironing board. Accommodation at this 3-star motel has kitchens with full-sized fridge/freezers, stovetops, microwaves and kitchenware and utensils. Bathrooms include a shower and complimentary toiletries.

Guests can surf the web using the complimentary wireless Internet access (speed: 250+ Mbps (good for 3–5 people or up to 10 devices)). 40-inch Smart televisions come with premium satellite channels. Housekeeping is offered on a daily basis and change of towels can be requested.

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • In-room WiFi speed: 250+ Mbps (good for 3–5 people or up to 10 devices)
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Free self parking on site
  • Limited on-site self parking
  • Onsite parking includes off-street options

Things to do

  • 18-hole adjacent golf course

Family friendly

  • High chair
  • In-room full-sized refrigerator/freezer
  • In-room kitchen
  • In-room microwave
  • Laundry facilities

Conveniences

  • Laundry facilities
  • Limited-hour front desk

Guest services

  • Change of towels on request
  • Housekeeping (daily)

Outdoors

  • On the beach

Accessibility

  • No lift

More

  • Designated smoking areas

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided
  • Blackout drapes

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Shampoo
  • Shower
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • 40-inch smart TV with premium satellite channels

Food and drink

  • Cleaning supplies
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Freezer
  • Full-sized refrigerator/freezer
  • Hob
  • Kitchen
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Toaster

More

  • Heating
  • Iron/ironing board

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; check-in end time: 7:00 PM
Minimum check-in age - 18

Check-out

Check-out before 10:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

The front desk is open daily from 8:00 AM - 7:00 PM
Front desk staffed during limited hours
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Access methods

Front desk (limited hours)

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Rollaway/extra beds are not available.
  • Cots (infant beds) are not available.

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 and debit cards; cash is not accepted
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, Mastercard, American Express and debit cards. Cash is not accepted. 

Property class

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Frequently asked questions

Is parking available at Ruakaka Beach Front Motel?

Yep, Ruakaka Beach Front Motel has a free self car park.

How much does it cost to stay at Ruakaka Beach Front Motel?

As of 5 Sept 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Ruakaka Beach Front Motel on 6 Sept 2026 start from AU$196, including taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

Are there any beaches close to Ruakaka Beach Front Motel?

Yep, Ruakaka Beach Front Motel is a short 2-minute walk from Ruakaka Beach.

Is Ruakaka Beach Front Motel family-friendly?

You bet! With amenities such as laundry facilities, as well as highchairs in the guestrooms, it's no surprise that Ruakaka Beach Front Motel is a hit with families.

Is there a free airport shuttle available at Ruakaka Beach Front Motel?

No, Ruakaka Beach Front Motel does not offer an airport shuttle service.

What time are check-in & check-out at Ruakaka Beach Front Motel?

Check-in begins at 2:00 PM. Check-out time is 10:00 AM.

Are pets allowed at Ruakaka Beach Front Motel?

No, pets are not allowed.

Is there a golf course on site at Ruakaka Beach Front Motel?

There is a golf course next to Ruakaka Beach Front Motel.

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