Title: Visit Ruawai: 2026 Travel Guide for Ruawai, Northland | Expedia.com [Hotels in Ruawai](https://expedia.com/Ruawai-Hotels.d553248635926198304.Travel-Guide-Hotels)[Vacation Rentals in Ruawai](https://expedia.com/Ruawai-Vacation-Rentals.d553248635926198304.Travel-Guide-VacationRentals)[Car Rentals in Ruawai](https://expedia.com/Car-Rentals-In-Ruawai.d553248635926198304.Car-Rental-Guide)[Ruawai Vacation Packages](https://expedia.com/Ruawai.d553248635926198304.Destination-Travel-Guides) # Ruawai ## Travel Guide ## Visit Ruawai ![](https://forever.travel-assets.com/flex/flexmanager/images/2026/02/06/expedia-sale-2026-desktop-us-ca.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1400&h=600&q=mediumHigh) ## The Annual Vacation Sale Members save up to 40% on hotels and homes. Plan this year’s big trip and save. 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Reviewed on Feb 6, 2026 [](https://expedia.com/Hotel-Search?startDate=3%2F8%2F2026&endDate=3%2F9%2F2026&selected=15778392&PinnedHotelID=15778392&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=553248635926198304) ![Waipu Glamping-sleeps up to 5](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/90000000/89960000/89958900/89958817/2d0f4030_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150) ### Waipu Glamping-sleeps up to 5 Waipu Northland $124 nightly $140 total Feb 24 - Feb 25 Total with taxes and fees Stay at this cabin in Waipu. Enjoy a garden, patios, and in-room fireplaces. Popular attractions Waipu Cove Beach and Lang's Beach are located nearby. 9.4/10 Exceptional! (26 reviews) The place is nice and tidy. Nice small little touches from the Host. Not too far from Waipu town and Cove, 10min and 15min drive. The Tub is so nice over the night sky and stars. Would Highly recommend a stay here. 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(13 reviews) This was an absolute treat to stay in, great location and friendly Reviewed on Jan 10, 2026 [](https://expedia.com/Hotel-Search?startDate=2%2F24%2F2026&endDate=2%2F25%2F2026&selected=115555080&PinnedHotelID=115555080&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=553248635926198304) [See all 104 properties in Ruawai](https://expedia.com/Hotel-Search?rfrrid=TG.LP.Hotels.DestinationExperience&startDate=2%2F24%2F2026&endDate=2%2F25%2F2026®ionId=553248635926198304) 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. ![Waipu Glamping-sleeps up to 5](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/90000000/89960000/89958900/89958817/2d0f4030_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150) ### Waipu Glamping-sleeps up to 5 Waipu Northland Stay at this cabin in Waipu. Enjoy a garden, patios, and in-room fireplaces. Popular attractions Waipu Cove Beach and Lang's Beach are located nearby. 9.4/10 Exceptional! (26 reviews) The place is nice and tidy. Nice small little touches from the Host. Not too far from Waipu town and Cove, 10min and 15min drive. The Tub is so nice over the night sky and stars. Would Highly recommend a stay here. Reviewed on Feb 8, 2026 [](https://expedia.com/Waipu-Hotels-Waipu-Glamping.h89958817.Hotel-Information) ![Riverfront Cottage Waipu](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/34000000/33580000/33570100/33570025/c2d223a6_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150) ### Riverfront Cottage Waipu Waipu Northland Stay at this vacation home in Waipu. Enjoy a garden, laundry facilities, and balconies. Popular attractions Waipu Cove Beach and Waipu Museum are located ... 8.8/10 Excellent! (53 reviews) Compared to other "Bach" stays, this one requires you to provide your own linens and towels. House hasn't been updated, and had a very rustic feel. Not what we were expecting. 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