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Top hotels and accommodation in Ruakaka Bay

The Jolly Poacher Retreat
Front of property

The Jolly Poacher Retreat

3.5 star property
10.0 out of 10, Exceptional, (17)
"The cabin/ cottage is gorgeous with grazing sheep in the paddock near by. Beautiful established gardens with lots of bird songs. Hellen and Dave were so welcoming and gracious to us. They allowed our family to use their pool. Beautiful walking areas along the river banks. This is our second visit and we will definitely come back again. "
The price is AU$260
includes taxes & fees
17 Feb - 18 Feb
The Jolly Poacher Retreat
Top of the Town
Front of property

Top of the Town

3.5 star property
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (140)
"Exceptionally clean and comfortable. Great location. Friendly host, who extended tremendous hospitality. "
The price is AU$149
includes taxes & fees
29 Jan - 30 Jan
Top of the Town
Picton Campervan Park
Exterior

Picton Campervan Park

4.5 star property
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (115)
"A little noisy during night with other people either arriving or departing on ferries but good place to stay overnight. clean and tidy, good facilities."
The price is AU$114
includes taxes & fees
25 Jan - 26 Jan
Picton Campervan Park
Sequoia Lodge & Backpackers
Terrace/patio

Sequoia Lodge & Backpackers

2.0 star property
8.4 out of 10, Very good, (327)
"Stayed one night it was perfectly adequate.."
The price is AU$76
includes taxes & fees
21 Feb - 22 Feb
Sequoia Lodge & Backpackers
Sennen House
Terrace/patio

Sennen House

4.0 star property
9.8 out of 10, Exceptional, (86)
"Lovely quite a comfortable base to explore the area. The host have great attention to detail and always willing to help. Beautiful old property. Lovely cake each afternoon!"
The price is AU$262
includes taxes & fees
27 Jan - 28 Jan
Sennen House
AAA Marlin Motel
Balcony

AAA Marlin Motel

2.5 star property
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (225)
"Nice and close to ferries. Quiet. "
The price is AU$128
includes taxes & fees
17 Feb - 18 Feb
AAA Marlin Motel
Broadway Motel
View from property

Broadway Motel

4.5 star property
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (632)
"Close to town, nice big room. Across the street from the grocery store. A great place to rest and recover after adventuring in the Sounds. Would definitely stay again. "
The price is AU$207
includes taxes & fees
26 Jan - 27 Jan
Broadway Motel
Aldan Lodge Motel
Property entrance

Aldan Lodge Motel

3.0 star property
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (358)
"Ideal to catch ferry to Wellington. Very nice couple, allowed us to check in very early as room ready, no extracost. Very spacious - supermarket and eateries close by. Pretty harbour area."
The price is AU$168
includes taxes & fees
26 Jan - 27 Jan
Aldan Lodge Motel
Jasmine Court Motel
Executive Studio | Living area

Jasmine Court Motel

4.0 star property
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (599)
"Fridge gurgled all night. Otherwise fine. "
The price is AU$192
includes taxes & fees
28 Jan - 29 Jan
Jasmine Court Motel
Tombstone Motel, Lodge & Backpackers
Queen Ensuite | Balcony

Tombstone Motel, Lodge & Backpackers

2.0 star property
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (185)
"Beautiful location and easy to get to from the ferry terminal"
The price is AU$74
includes taxes & fees
26 Jan - 27 Jan
Tombstone Motel, Lodge & Backpackers
Piwaka Lodge and Backpackers
Exterior

Piwaka Lodge and Backpackers

2.0 star property
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (120)
"Great value for money, lovely host. Clean and we will return when back in Picton "
The price is AU$77
includes taxes & fees
1 Feb - 2 Feb
Piwaka Lodge and Backpackers
Harbour View Motel
Exterior

Harbour View Motel

4.5 star property
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (915)
"Great place, would definitely stay there again."
The price is AU$242
includes taxes & fees
29 Jan - 30 Jan
Harbour View Motel
The Gables B&B
Cottage

The Gables B&B

3.0 star property
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (41)
"Adorable place. Wonderful and flexible hosts. "
The price is AU$233
includes taxes & fees
27 Jan - 28 Jan
The Gables B&B
Picton Yacht Club Hotel
View from property

Picton Yacht Club Hotel

3.5 star property
7.8 out of 10, Good, (1000)
"Just up from the Interislander ferry and right on top of some good cafes and bars in town. We had an excellent and in expensive dinner which did impress us. Large comfortable rooms with small balconies but we had the only tree right in front of us, so couldn’t see the marina! Other wise a suitable start point for a tour of the South Island"
The price is AU$223
includes taxes & fees
18 Feb - 19 Feb
Picton Yacht Club Hotel
Picton Beachcomber Inn
Iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets

Picton Beachcomber Inn

3.0 star property
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (953)
"Great location from ferry landing. We walked to restaurants and shops from the hotel. Lots of great options to chose from. Great shopping close to hotel. Room had beautiful view of the harbor and ships. We could lay on the bed and see the wonderful harbor. Loved the jacuzzi tub in the room. Would recommend if staying a night or two in Picton. "
The price is AU$193
includes taxes & fees
27 Jan - 28 Jan
Picton Beachcomber Inn
Escape To Picton
Exterior

Escape To Picton

5.0 star property
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (77)
"It’s an escape within an escape town"
The price is AU$266
includes taxes & fees
24 Jan - 25 Jan
Escape To Picton
Picton Accommodation Gateway Motel
Executive Suite, Kitchen | Bathroom

Picton Accommodation Gateway Motel

4.0 star property
8.4 out of 10, Very good, (871)
"Parking was close to the unit, it was quiet, accessible to cafes and facilities, would recommend"
The price is AU$158
includes taxes & fees
24 Jan - 25 Jan
Picton Accommodation Gateway Motel
The Boathouse Lodge
Free WiFi

The Boathouse Lodge

2.0 star property
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (22)
"Good value and very close to both ferry terminal s "
The price is AU$86
includes taxes & fees
24 Jan - 25 Jan
The Boathouse Lodge
Picton Waterfront Apartments
Oxley Luxury Two Bedroom 303 Waterfront Apartment | View from room

Picton Waterfront Apartments

4.0 star property
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (244)
"Very happy clean and had great views "
The price is AU$344
includes taxes & fees
30 Jan - 31 Jan
Picton Waterfront Apartments
Tasman Holiday Parks - Picton
Fishing

Tasman Holiday Parks - Picton

3.0 star property
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (253)
"Great spot. Great bed and space use in the cabins. Would definitely stay again. 🙂"
The price is AU$126
includes taxes & fees
28 Jan - 29 Jan
Tasman Holiday Parks - Picton
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Frequently asked questions

What's the best place to stay in Ruakaka Bay?

Picton Yacht Club Hotel, located 8.8 mi (14.2 km) from the heart of Ruakaka Bay, is a top choice for your stay, based on our traveller data. Other good choices for your stay in the area are Picton Beachcomber Inn and The Boathouse Lodge. See all available top hotels, or vacation rentals in Ruakaka Bay.

What are some of the best holiday rentals that Ruakaka Bay has to offer?

A family paradise in your own private bay: This holiday home rental outside of Ruakaka Bay is located on the beach, and has a fireplace, a balcony and a BBQ to put you at ease in your new surroundings. It has 5 bedrooms, as well as a kitchen with a fridge, an oven and kitchenware, so that you can cook with friends or family. Kick off your shoes and enjoy yourself with a garden and a selection of games. See all vacation rentals in Ruakaka Bay.

If I need to cancel my hotel reservation in Ruakaka Bay, will I receive a refund?

Yes, you'll find most hotel bookings are refundable if you cancel before the hotel’s cancellation deadline, which is usually within 24-48 hours of the scheduled arrival. If you booked a non-refundable reservation, it might still be possible to cancel it and receive a refund within 24 hours of booking. Filter your search by fully refundable to find flexible hotel deals in Ruakaka Bay.

What are some accommodation options with pools in Ruakaka Bay?

Picton Yacht Club Hotel: 3.5-star hotel, 10-minute walk from Picton Ferry Terminal. Features free breakfast, a seasonal outdoor pool and free self-parking. Picton Beachcomber Inn and Waikawa Bay Holiday Park are a couple of other choices that feature an on-site pool. View all hotels with pools in Ruakaka Bay.

How is it to stay in Ruakaka Bay?

Travellers to Ruakaka Bay will find plenty to explore and enjoy. There are 174 hotels and other accommodation options in the surrounding area. Find out more about Ruakaka Bay.

What should I do while I'm visiting Ruakaka Bay?

Places to visit in the wider area include Waikawa Marina, Queen Charlotte Walkway and Picton Harbour. You'll also find Picton Ferry Terminal and Picton Foreshore in the area. Take a look at what more there is to see and do in Expedia's Ruakaka Bay guide.

What's the seasonal weather in Ruakaka Bay?

The hottest months are usually February and January, with an average temperature of 16°C, while the coldest months are July and August, with an average of 11°C. Average annual precipitation for Ruakaka Bay is 986 mm.