--- title: "Top 10 Hotels in Ruawai (from $47) 2026 - Competitive Prices | Expedia" description: "Find 75 of the best hotels in Ruawai in 2026. Compare room rates, hotel reviews and availability. Most hotels are fully refundable." canonical: "https://www.expedia.com/Ruawai-Hotels.d553248635926198304.Travel-Guide-Hotels" language: en-US market: US currency: USD prices_as_of: 2026-11-15T00:52:16Z --- Plan your trip - [Ruawai Travel Guide](https://www.expedia.com/Ruawai.dx553248635926198304) - [Flights to Ruawai](https://www.expedia.com/Cheap-Flights-To-Ruawai.d553248635926198304.Travel-Guide-Flights) - [Car Rentals in Ruawai](https://www.expedia.com/Car-Rentals-In-Ruawai.d553248635926198304.Car-Rental-Guide) - [Ruawai Vacation Packages](https://www.expedia.com/Ruawai.d553248635926198304.Destination-Travel-Guides) - [Vacation Rentals in Ruawai](https://www.expedia.com/Ruawai-Vacation-Rentals.d553248635926198304.Travel-Guide-VacationRentals) # Find hotels in Ruawai from $47 ## Go beyond your typical stay in Ruawai [Pet friendly](https://www.expedia.com/Hotel-Search?destination=Ruawai,%20Northland,%20New%20Zealand®ionId=553248635926198304&latLong=-36.136867,174.025285&adults=2&startDate=2026-11-22&d1=2026-11-22&endDate=2026-11-24&d2=2026-11-24&amenities=PETS) [Pool](https://www.expedia.com/Hotel-Search?destination=Ruawai,%20Northland,%20New%20Zealand®ionId=553248635926198304&latLong=-36.136867,174.025285&adults=2&startDate=2026-11-22&d1=2026-11-22&endDate=2026-11-24&d2=2026-11-24&amenities=POOL) [Hot tub](https://www.expedia.com/Hotel-Search?destination=Ruawai,%20Northland,%20New%20Zealand®ionId=553248635926198304&latLong=-36.136867,174.025285&adults=2&startDate=2026-11-22&d1=2026-11-22&endDate=2026-11-24&d2=2026-11-24&amenities=HOT%5FTUB) [Cabin](https://www.expedia.com/Hotel-Search?destination=Ruawai,%20Northland,%20New%20Zealand®ionId=553248635926198304&latLong=-36.136867,174.025285&adults=2&startDate=2026-11-22&d1=2026-11-22&endDate=2026-11-24&d2=2026-11-24&lodging=CABIN) [Apart­ment](https://www.expedia.com/Hotel-Search?destination=Ruawai,%20Northland,%20New%20Zealand®ionId=553248635926198304&latLong=-36.136867,174.025285&adults=2&startDate=2026-11-22&d1=2026-11-22&endDate=2026-11-24&d2=2026-11-24&lodging=APARTMENT) [Family friendly](https://www.expedia.com/Hotel-Search?destination=Ruawai,%20Northland,%20New%20Zealand®ionId=553248635926198304&latLong=-36.136867,174.025285&adults=2&startDate=2026-11-22&d1=2026-11-22&endDate=2026-11-24&d2=2026-11-24&travelerType=family%5Ffriendly) [Condo](https://www.expedia.com/Hotel-Search?destination=Ruawai,%20Northland,%20New%20Zealand®ionId=553248635926198304&latLong=-36.136867,174.025285&adults=2&startDate=2026-11-22&d1=2026-11-22&endDate=2026-11-24&d2=2026-11-24&lodging=CONDO) [Cottage](https://www.expedia.com/Hotel-Search?destination=Ruawai,%20Northland,%20New%20Zealand®ionId=553248635926198304&latLong=-36.136867,174.025285&adults=2&startDate=2026-11-22&d1=2026-11-22&endDate=2026-11-24&d2=2026-11-24&lodging=COTTAGE) [Waterpark](https://www.expedia.com/Hotel-Search?destination=Ruawai,%20Northland,%20New%20Zealand®ionId=553248635926198304&latLong=-36.136867,174.025285&adults=2&startDate=2026-11-22&d1=2026-11-22&endDate=2026-11-24&d2=2026-11-24&amenities=WATER%5FPARK) [Farm](https://www.expedia.com/Hotel-Search?destination=Ruawai,%20Northland,%20New%20Zealand®ionId=553248635926198304&latLong=-36.136867,174.025285&adults=2&startDate=2026-11-22&d1=2026-11-22&endDate=2026-11-24&d2=2026-11-24&lodging=AGRITOURISM) ## Check prices for these dates [Check prices for these dates, December 15 – 16, 2026](https://www.expedia.com/Hotel-Search?regionId=553248635926198304&startDate=2026-12-15&endDate=2026-12-16&adults=2&rfrr=TG.LP.CheckPrices.Hotel&openPlayBack=true) [View in a map](https://www.expedia.com/Hotel-Search?regionId=553248635926198304&stayLength=1&daysInFuture=30&pwaOverlay=map) ## Our top choices for Ruawai hotels ### [1\. Motel Hobson's Choice](https://www.expedia.com/Dargaville-Hotels-Motel-Hobsons-Choice.h15778392.Hotel-Information) ![A swimming pool surrounded by lush greenery and palm trees, with a brick pathway leading to a covered seating area.](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/16000000/15780000/15778400/15778392/c0f168a4.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium) - Location: Dargaville - Guest rating: 8.6/10 (Excellent, 302 reviews) - Price: $80 nightly, $93 total, Dec 15 - Dec 16, Total with taxes and fees - Review: Everything was well maintained and clean, was convient for business trip, by Darren ### [2\. The Northern Wairoa Hotel](https://www.expedia.com/Dargaville-Hotels-The-Northern-Wairoa-Hotel.h78121639.Hotel-Information) ![Restaurant](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/79000000/78130000/78121700/78121639/8e978309.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium) - Location: Dargaville - Guest rating: 5.8/10 (47 reviews) - Price: $41 nightly, $48 total, Dec 16 - Dec 17, Total with taxes and fees - Review: Showers not clean, restaurant stood out better rooms were ok, by Lynette ### [3\. Parkview Motel](https://www.expedia.com/Dargaville-Hotels-Parkview-Motel.h15859704.Hotel-Information) ![A room with a bed, a television on a stand, a window with curtains, and a door with a patterned curtain.](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/16000000/15860000/15859800/15859704/24f6a985.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium) - Location: Dargaville - Guest rating: 8.6/10 (Excellent, 112 reviews) - Price: $64 nightly, $74 total, Nov 16 - Nov 17, Total with taxes and fees - Review: Clean room, helpful and friendly staff, easy location, by Debra ### [4\. Top Hill House](https://www.expedia.com/Maungatapere-Hotels-Top-Hill-House.h115555080.Hotel-Information) ![Exterior](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/116000000/115560000/115555100/115555080/666f7dd0.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium) - Location: Maungatapere - Guest rating: 8.6/10 (Excellent, 20 reviews) - Price: $47 nightly, $54 total, Dec 15 - Dec 16, Total with taxes and fees - Review: This was an absolute treat to stay in, great location and friendly , by Thea Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply. [View all properties](https://www.expedia.com/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-11-29&endDate=2026-11-30®ionId=553248635926198304&adults=2&sort=RECOMMENDED&openPlayBack=true) ## Hotels recommended for families in Ruawai ### [Motel Hobson's Choice](https://www.expedia.com/Dargaville-Hotels-Motel-Hobsons-Choice.h15778392.Hotel-Information) ![A swimming pool surrounded by lush greenery and palm trees, with a brick pathway leading to a covered seating area.](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/16000000/15780000/15778400/15778392/c0f168a4.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium) - Address: 212 Victoria Street, Dargaville, Northland, 0310, NZ - Location: Dargaville - Star rating: 3.5/5 - Guest rating: 8.6/10 (Excellent, 302 reviews) - Price: $80 nightly, $93 total, Dec 15 - Dec 16, Total with taxes and fees, for Hotels recommended for families in Ruawai ### [Parkview Motel](https://www.expedia.com/Dargaville-Hotels-Parkview-Motel.h15859704.Hotel-Information) ![A room with a bed, a television on a stand, a window with curtains, and a door with a patterned curtain.](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/16000000/15860000/15859800/15859704/24f6a985.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium) - Address: 36 Carrington Street, Dargaville, Northland, 0310, NZ - Location: Dargaville - Star rating: 2/5 - Guest rating: 8.6/10 (Excellent, 112 reviews) - Price: $64 nightly, $74 total, Nov 16 - Nov 17, Total with taxes and fees, for Hotels recommended for families in Ruawai ### [Top Hill House](https://www.expedia.com/Maungatapere-Hotels-Top-Hill-House.h115555080.Hotel-Information) ![Exterior](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/116000000/115560000/115555100/115555080/666f7dd0.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium) - Address: 80 Highland Way, Maungatapere, Northland, 0179, NZ - Location: Maungatapere - Star rating: 4/5 - Guest rating: 8.6/10 (Excellent, 20 reviews) - Price: $47 nightly, $54 total, Dec 15 - Dec 16, Total with taxes and fees, for Hotels recommended for families in Ruawai ## Top Ruawai Hotel Reviews ### [Motel Hobson's Choice](https://www.expedia.com/Dargaville-Hotels-Motel-Hobsons-Choice.h15778392.Hotel-Information) ![A swimming pool surrounded by lush greenery and palm trees, with a brick pathway leading to a covered seating area.](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/16000000/15780000/15778400/15778392/c0f168a4.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium) - Address: 212 Victoria Street, Dargaville, Northland, 0310, NZ - Location: Dargaville - Star rating: 3.5/5 - Guest rating: 8.6/10 (302 reviews) - Review: Excellent room and facilities, staff were very helpful. Overall it was a fantastic stay., by Larry, June 24, 2026, rated 10/10 Excellent ### [Parkview Motel](https://www.expedia.com/Dargaville-Hotels-Parkview-Motel.h15859704.Hotel-Information) ![A room with a bed, a television on a stand, a window with curtains, and a door with a patterned curtain.](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/16000000/15860000/15859800/15859704/24f6a985.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium) - Address: 36 Carrington Street, Dargaville, Northland, 0310, NZ - Location: Dargaville - Star rating: 2/5 - Guest rating: 8.6/10 (112 reviews) - Review: This sweet little motel was in a perfect place for our adventures. The kitchen had everything we needed and the beds were comfortable. They even had Netflix so we could relax after driving and hiking., by Miriam, April 15, 2026, rated 10/10 Excellent ### [Top Hill House](https://www.expedia.com/Maungatapere-Hotels-Top-Hill-House.h115555080.Hotel-Information) ![Exterior](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/116000000/115560000/115555100/115555080/666f7dd0.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium) - Address: 80 Highland Way, Maungatapere, Northland, 0179, NZ - Location: Maungatapere - Star rating: 4/5 - Guest rating: 8.6/10 (20 reviews) - Review: A fun experience - Kathy is incredibly nice and interesting to talk to. The property isn’t what you see in the photos as they are working on it. Expect more of a farmhouse stay with full kitchen and family room area. It is an operating small farm environment outside. Incredible views from the deck or lawn. If you are staying in the 1 bedroom, it appears you can expect to share a bathroom with whoever has the rest of the house!, by Ryan, May 27, 2026, rated 10/10 Excellent ## Frequently Asked Questions ### What is the best area to stay in Ruawai? The best area to stay in Ruawai is directly within the town center, particularly along the main street, River Road. This area is the heart of Ruawai and offers convenient access to local amenities. River Road runs parallel to the Northern Wairoa River, providing scenic views and easy access to the waterfront. You'll find local shops, a general store, and eateries concentrated in this compact and walkable section of town. For travelers seeking a relaxed and convenient base to explore the surrounding rural Northland, staying in Ruawai's town center is ideal. ### When is the best time to go to Ruawai? The best time to go to Ruawai is during the summer months, from December to February, when the weather is warm and sunny, making it ideal for outdoor activities. During this period, you can enjoy the Kaipara Harbour, which is great for fishing, kayaking, and boating. The Ruawai River is also pleasant for a leisurely paddle. The warm weather allows for comfortable exploration of the local farming community and its produce. For those interested in local events and the agricultural scene, the shoulder seasons of spring (September to November) and autumn (March to May) also offer pleasant weather. ### Can I cancel my hotel reservation on Expedia? You can cancel your hotel reservation on Expedia, though it depends on the cancellation policy of your booking. Most bookings are refundable if canceled within 24-48 hours of the scheduled arrival. Be sure to check your booking confirmation for the exact cancellation policy. If free cancellation is available, you can cancel directly through your Expedia account by logging in, going to "My Trips", and selecting your reservation. To find flexible deals, filter your search by "Fully refundable property" for hotels in Ruawai. ### How much is the nightly rate at a Ruawai hotel? Prices for hotels in Ruawai often vary, but you can find a great deal from $47 on Expedia. All sorts of factors affect price, such as the time of year or the days of the week you choose for your stay. 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