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A two-story building with a sign reading "The Boathouse Lodge" and amenities listed such as family rooms, shared dorms, private rooms, in-room bike storage, and free breakfast.

A hotel hallway with a staircase, a blue exit door, a plant, and a painting on the wall.

A reception desk with a wooden top and blue edge, a clock on the wall, and a painting of a boat.

A kitchen with a stove, oven, and various kitchen utensils on the wall.

1. The Boathouse Lodge

Picton

Luciano

AU$64

includes taxes & fees

27 Sept - 28 Sept

A balcony with a view of a marina, a wooden table, two chairs, and a sofa.

A modern hotel with a rooftop pool, outdoor seating, and a view of the sea and hills.

A modern restaurant with wooden flooring, black and white tables, and chairs. Large windows offer views of the outside.

A bar area with a neon sign reading "THE BOATSHED," bar stools, a bar counter, and a selection of bottles on shelves.

2. Edit Picton

Picton

Robert

AU$101

includes taxes & fees

24 Sept - 25 Sept

A wooden table with two wine glasses, a blue chair, and a view of a lake with boats and greenery in the background.

A two-story house with a well-maintained lawn in front, set against a backdrop of hills and a starry night sky.

A neatly made bed with a grey quilt, two white pillows, and a striped pillow. There are two bedside lamps on wooden nightstands.

A reception building with a sign, a car parked in front, and a lake with boats in the background.

3. Bay Vista Waterfront Motel Picton

Waikawa

John

AU$128

includes taxes & fees

27 Sept - 28 Sept

A hotel room with a large window offering a view of a marina and mountains.

A dining table with a view of a marina and boats, set with plates of food, wine glasses, and cutlery.

A hotel with a view of a marina, a grassy lawn, and a parking area.

A marina with boats, a grassy area, and a building with balconies.

4. Picton Beachcomber Inn

Picton

Prabodini

AU$96

includes taxes & fees

18 Oct - 19 Oct

A tropical resort with a pool, lounge chairs, and a view of a lake and mountains.

A neatly made bed with a blue and white striped bedspread, two pillows, and two folded towels. There is a painting of a beach scene on the wall above the bed.

A pathway surrounded by lush greenery and palm trees, leading towards a body of water with hills in the background.

A compact kitchen with white cabinets, a microwave, a kettle, and a small refrigerator.

5. Lochmara Lodge

Lochmara Bay

Lesli

AU$174

includes taxes & fees

17 Oct - 18 Oct

A balcony with a round table and two chairs, overlooking a street and mountains.

A hotel room with a bed, a sofa, a desk, and large windows offering a view of the outdoors.

A compact kitchen with a microwave, sink, and a small refrigerator.

A hotel room with a sliding glass door leading to an outdoor area with a table and chairs.

6. Broadway Motel

Picton

Carl

AU$128

includes taxes & fees

24 Sept - 25 Sept

A terrace with two wooden chairs and a table, overlooking a marina with boats and a cruise ship in the background.

A modern kitchen with stainless steel appliances, a dining area with a table and chairs, and a large window offering a view of the outdoors.

A marina with numerous boats docked, surrounded by residential buildings and a prominent building labeled "EDWIN FOX".

A marina with boats docked, surrounded by buildings and greenery.

7. Harbour View Motel

Picton

Willie

AU$125

includes taxes & fees

28 Sept - 29 Sept

A balcony with wicker furniture, a small table with a bottle and glasses, and a view of a turquoise sea and green hills.

An aerial view of a coastal property with multiple houses, a beach, and lush greenery.

A dining area with a view of a lake and mountains, featuring wooden tables and chairs, wine glasses, and menus.

A wooden cabin room with a bed, a nightstand, a lamp, a window with a view of a lake and mountains, and a balcony with a table and chairs.

8. The Portage Resort

Portage

ivanka

AU$210

includes taxes & fees

22 Oct - 23 Oct

A covered outdoor deck with wicker furniture and a glass table, overlooking a mountainous landscape and a body of water.

A restaurant with wooden tables and chairs, candles, and a view of the outdoors.

A bathroom with two sinks, a mirror, and an exit door leading to a balcony.

A treehouse with a metal roof, surrounded by dense forest, connected by a wooden staircase.

9. Punga Cove Resort

Punga Cove

Sandra

AU$232

includes taxes & fees

27 Sept - 28 Sept

A hotel with a rooftop patio, outdoor seating, and a view of the city and mountains at night.

A compact kitchen with a built-in stove, microwave, and refrigerator, a black leather sofa, and a wall-mounted artwork.

A well-maintained outdoor area with a paved walkway, green lawn, and various potted plants.

A hotel with a 'EVOLVE' sign, a parking area, and a street view at night.

10. Picton Accommodation Gateway Motel

Picton

Jayde

AU$75

includes taxes & fees

25 Sept - 26 Sept

A two-story house with a balcony, a garage, and a driveway.

A residential street with a modern house, a concrete pathway, and a large tree.

A narrow corridor with a wooden fence on one side and a white door on the other. There is a small table and chairs in the center, and a potted plant with pink flowers at the end of the corridor.

A bedroom with a wooden dresser, a white microwave, a television mounted on the wall, and a bed with a blue and white patterned bedspread.

11. Top of the Town

Picton

Ashley

AU$123

includes taxes & fees

6 Oct - 7 Oct

A balcony with a glass railing, a chair, and a table.

Two people sitting on wooden stools on an outdoor patio with a view of trees and a building in the background.

A hotel room with two beds, each with a headboard and pillows, a nightstand with a lamp, and a window with a view of the outdoors.

A modern kitchen with a large window, a dining area with a table and chairs, and a view of the outdoors.

12. Tombstone Motel, Lodge & Backpackers

Picton

Darren

AU$67

includes taxes & fees

2 Oct - 3 Oct

A lakeside park with picnic tables and benches, surrounded by lush greenery and a clear view of boats on the water.

A hotel room with a bed, a nightstand, a lamp, and a window with curtains.

A marina with boats docked, a wooden pier, and a grassy area with a palm tree.

A marina with multiple boats, a parking lot, and a residential area with houses and greenery.

13. Beachside Sunnyvale Motel

Waikawa

Neil

AU$111

includes taxes & fees

4 Oct - 5 Oct

A bed with a swan-shaped pillow and a swan-shaped blanket.

A room with a green armchair, a small table with a lamp, and two framed artworks on the wall.

A marina with boats docked, a road with vehicles, and a building with a blue roof.

A two-story building with a balcony, surrounded by lush greenery and a mountain in the background.

14. Atlantis Backpackers

Picton

Yu Chen

AU$53

includes taxes & fees

28 Sept - 29 Sept

A small, single-story building with a covered porch and a door leading inside.

A room with a bed, a window, a sliding door to an outdoor area, and a trash bin.

A compact kitchenette with a microwave, stove, and refrigerator. There is a sofa with a cushion and a dining area with a table and chairs.

A small, single-story mobile home with a white exterior and blue trim, a front door, a window, and a staircase leading to the entrance.

15. Waikawa Bay Holiday Park

Waikawa

Steve

AU$75

includes taxes & fees

29 Sept - 30 Sept

A beach with clear water, a sandy shore, and a forested hill in the background.

A marina with multiple boats docked, surrounded by residential buildings and a large white structure with a flat roof.

A modern building with large windows, a paved walkway, and potted plants.

A compact living space with a grey sofa, a wooden coffee table, a dining table with chairs, a kitchen area with a window, and a radiator.

16. Aldan Lodge Motel

Picton

Matt

AU$100

includes taxes & fees

30 Sept - 1 Oct

A balcony with a view of a marina, boats, and a hilly landscape.

A bedroom with a large window offering a view of a harbor and mountains.

A modern kitchen with a dining area, a large mirror, and a view of the sea.

A table with a bottle of champagne, a glass, and food items including cheese and grapes, overlooking a marina and a town with hills in the background.

17. Picton Waterfront Apartments

Picton

Karl

AU$174

includes taxes & fees

25 Sept - 26 Sept

A hotel room with a large bed, a desk, and a chair. There is a TV mounted on the wall, and a window with curtains.

A hotel room with a large window, a flat-screen TV, a wooden dining table, and two black chairs.

A modern hotel room with a dining area, kitchenette, and a framed cityscape picture on the wall.

A modern kitchen with a granite countertop, a built-in dishwasher, a stainless steel kettle, and a window with blinds.

18. Jasmine Court Motel

Picton

Katrina

AU$144

includes taxes & fees

24 Sept - 25 Sept

A large white two-story house with a balcony, surrounded by lush greenery and a well-maintained garden.

A kitchen with white cabinets, a wooden countertop, a microwave, a toaster, and a kettle.

A room with a dining table set for four, a television, a cabinet, a sofa, and a chair.

A wooden deck with a table and chairs, a bottle of wine, and a blue umbrella.

19. Sennen House

Picton

Susan

AU$228

includes taxes & fees

25 Sept - 26 Sept

A bar area with a counter, bar stools, a cash register, and a phone. There are bottles on shelves and a window with curtains.

A room with a white sofa, a wooden chair with a blue throw, and a small table with books.

A boutique hotel with a sign reading "Escape to Picton." It features a balcony with a railing, multiple windows, and a small outdoor seating area.

A spacious bedroom with a large bed, a sitting area with a sofa, a chandelier, and a view of the outdoors.

20. Escape To Picton

Picton

Donna

AU$266

includes taxes & fees

4 Oct - 5 Oct

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Top Ruakaka Bay Hotel Reviews

Recent Reviews in Ruakaka Bay

Edit Picton

10/10 Excellent

"Great stay, place had a good view and comfy bed. Very happy."

The Boathouse Lodge

10/10 Excellent

"Very cool place to stay and friendly Staff as well!"

Harbour View Motel

10/10 Excellent

"Clean, good size room, balcony with Harbour view."

Picton Accommodation Gateway Motel

10/10 Excellent

"in the centre of picton town was quiet, affordable and clean"

Picton Beachcomber Inn

10/10 Excellent

"The property was located approximately 200metres from bars and restaurants and was on the main road to the picton ferries. We had a fabulous view of the harbour and marina. Parking wasn’t an issue. Will stay here again"

St Omer Hideaway: Love At First Sight

10/10 Excellent

"What a stunning location! The peaceful, remote setting made it so easy to switch off, relax, and reconnect with nature. We loved the fireplace, and the fact that it's dog-friendly made our stay even more special."

Aldan Lodge Motel

10/10 Excellent

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Sequoia Lodge & Backpackers

10/10 Excellent

"Great communication before my stay, as I was arriving late. Instructions were left, and there were signs up the next morning allowing me to leave happily. I would stay again."

Remote Pelorus Sound Kiwi Bach on the Beach with Great Views

10/10 Excellent

"Lovely place, great to chill out, enjoy the fishing and kayaking, having a lovely comfy place to come back to each night. Definitely will be returning. Easy comms with owners, beautiful gardens. Dogs loved it and so did we. Thank you. "

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Sequoia Lodge & Backpackers

3a Nelson Square Picton

AU$45

23 Oct - 24 Oct

includes taxes & fees

8.4/10 Very good! (384 reviews)

Atlantis Backpackers

42 London Quay Picton Marlborough Region

AU$53

28 Sept - 29 Sept

includes taxes & fees

10/10 Exceptional! (8 reviews)

The Boathouse Lodge

9 Auckland St Picton Marlborough

AU$64

27 Sept - 28 Sept

includes taxes & fees

8.6/10 Excellent! (221 reviews)

Piwaka Lodge and Backpackers

75 High St. Picton Marlborough

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AAA Marlin Motel

33 Devon Street Picton

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8.6/10 Excellent! (312 reviews)

The Villa - Hostel

34 Auckland St. Picton

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8.2/10 Very good! (89 reviews)

Frequently asked questions

What is the best area to stay in Ruakaka Bay?

The best area to stay in Ruakaka Bay is along the beachfront, particularly near Ruakaka Beach Road, for direct access to the sea and its activities.This area is the heart of Ruakaka Bay, known for its expansive sandy beach. Properties here often boast stunning ocean views and are just a short stroll from the water's edge. You'll find a relaxed, holiday atmosphere with several local eateries and shops dotted along Ruakaka Beach Road.For families, staying right by the beach is ideal. The shallow waters are suitable for children, and there's plenty of space for building sandcastles or playing beach games. Many accommodations offer direct beach access, making it very convenient for daily swims and walks.Couples looking for a peaceful escape will also appreciate this location. The quiet evenings, often accompanied by the sound of waves, provide a romantic setting.

When is the best time to go to Ruakaka Bay?

The best time to go to Ruakaka Bay is during the summer months, from December to February, or the shoulder seasons of spring (September to November) and autumn (March to May).During summer, the weather is warm and sunny, with average temperatures around 20-25°C, making it superb for enjoying the beach and water activities. This is peak season, so the bay will be at its liveliest, with all local businesses fully operational. Couples and families will find plenty to do, from swimming and sunbathing to kayaking and paddleboarding in the calm waters.The shoulder seasons offer a pleasant alternative with milder temperatures, typically ranging from 15-20°C. You'll experience fewer crowds, which can be ideal for those seeking a more tranquil getaway while still enjoying good weather for exploring. Spring brings blooming flora to the surrounding Marlborough region, while autumn showcases beautiful changing colours in the vineyards. These seasons are particularly good for couples looking for a relaxing escape, perhaps enjoying coastal walks or visiting local wineries without the summer rush.

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 cancelled 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 Ruakaka Bay.

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How much is the nightly rate for a hotel in Ruakaka Bay?

Prices for hotels in Ruakaka Bay often vary, but you can find a great deal from AU$45 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. Find the best deals by being flexible with your dates, and sort search results by "Price: low to high" for our cheapest rates.

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Our top choices for Ruakaka Bay hotels

1. The Boathouse Lodge

2. Edit Picton

3. Bay Vista Waterfront Motel Picton

4. Picton Beachcomber Inn

5. Lochmara Lodge

6. Broadway Motel

7. Harbour View Motel

8. The Portage Resort

9. Punga Cove Resort

10. Picton Accommodation Gateway Motel

11. Top of the Town

12. Tombstone Motel, Lodge & Backpackers

13. Beachside Sunnyvale Motel

14. Atlantis Backpackers

15. Waikawa Bay Holiday Park

16. Aldan Lodge Motel

17. Picton Waterfront Apartments

18. Jasmine Court Motel

19. Sennen House

20. Escape To Picton

Top Ruakaka Bay Hotel Reviews

Recent Reviews in Ruakaka Bay

Edit Picton

The Boathouse Lodge

Harbour View Motel

Picton Accommodation Gateway Motel

Picton Beachcomber Inn

St Omer Hideaway: Love At First Sight

Aldan Lodge Motel

Sequoia Lodge & Backpackers

Remote Pelorus Sound Kiwi Bach on the Beach with Great Views

More cheap accommodation in Ruakaka Bay

Sequoia Lodge & Backpackers

Atlantis Backpackers

The Boathouse Lodge

Piwaka Lodge and Backpackers

AAA Marlin Motel

The Villa - Hostel

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