Title: The Best Hotels Closest to Refining NZ Visitors Centre in Ruakaka - 2026 Updated Prices | Expedia.co.uk [Ruakaka Travel Guide](https://expedia.co.uk/Ruakaka.dx553248625843172531)[Holiday Rentals in Ruakaka](https://expedia.co.uk/Ruakaka-Holiday-Rentals.d553248625843172531.Travel-Guide-HolidayRentals)[Refining NZ Visitors Centre Car Hire](https://expedia.co.uk/Compare-Cheap-Car-Hire-In-Refining-NZ-Visitors-Centre.d553248621562625544.Car-Hire-Guide)[Refining NZ Visitors Centre Holidays](https://expedia.co.uk/Refining-NZ-Visitors-Centre-Ruakaka.d553248621562625544.Attraction) ![Default HTG hotel image](https://a.travel-assets.com/travel-assets-manager/fallback-images-brand/bex_lodging_v2.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1200&h=500&q=medium) ![](https://a.travel-assets.com/travel-assets-manager/fallback-images-brand/bex_lodging_v2.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1200&h=500&q=medium) - ![](https://a.travel-assets.com/travel-assets-manager/pictogram-bex/light__price_find.svg) ### Change your mind Book hotels with free cancellation - ![](https://a.travel-assets.com/travel-assets-manager/pictogram-bex/light__deals.svg) ### Treat yourself Save instantly and earn perks with One Key [Learn about One Key](https://www.expedia.co.uk/welcome-one-key) - ![](https://a.travel-assets.com/travel-assets-manager/pictogram-bex/light__bed.svg) ### Be picky Search almost a million properties worldwide ## Check prices for these dates Tonight [10 Feb - 11 Feb](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?regionId=553248621562625544&startDate=2026-02-10&endDate=2026-02-11&adults=2&rfrr=TG.LP.CheckPrices.Hotel&openPlayBack=true) Tomorrow [11 Feb - 12 Feb](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?regionId=553248621562625544&startDate=2026-02-11&endDate=2026-02-12&adults=2&rfrr=TG.LP.CheckPrices.Hotel&openPlayBack=true) This weekend [13 Feb - 15 Feb](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?regionId=553248621562625544&startDate=2026-02-13&endDate=2026-02-15&adults=2&rfrr=TG.LP.CheckPrices.Hotel&openPlayBack=true) Next weekend [20 Feb - 22 Feb](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?regionId=553248621562625544&startDate=2026-02-20&endDate=2026-02-22&adults=2&rfrr=TG.LP.CheckPrices.Hotel&openPlayBack=true) Recommended Price (low to high) Distance Property class ## Our top choices for Refining NZ Visitors Centre hotels ![Staircase](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/10000000/9630000/9624800/9624723/b092740c.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ![Property entrance](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/10000000/9630000/9624800/9624723/bf9de937.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ![Garden](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/10000000/9630000/9624800/9624723/cd1e7174.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ![Lobby](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/10000000/9630000/9624800/9624723/169bfe7c.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Comfort Hotel Flames Whangerei [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Whangarei-Hotels-Comfort-Hotel-Flames-Whangerei.h9624723.Hotel-Information) 9 mi from Refining NZ Visitors Centre 8.6/10 Excellent (227 reviews) "Amazing staff and great venue" ![Australia](https://a.travel-assets.com/egds/marks/flags/au.svg) Teenica £82 includes taxes & fees 1 Mar - 2 Mar [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Whangarei-Hotels-Comfort-Hotel-Flames-Whangerei.h9624723.Hotel-Information) ![Two Bedroom Self-Contained Cabin | Porch](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/10000000/9430000/9421500/9421442/92538d59.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ![Basic Kitchen Cabin (Shared Bathroom) | Free WiFi, bed sheets](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/10000000/9430000/9421500/9421442/c373ca46.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ![Two Bedroom Self-Contained Cabin | View from room](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/10000000/9430000/9421500/9421442/67e6a077.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ![On the beach, fishing](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/10000000/9430000/9421500/9421442/aa363ee0.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Camp Waipu Cove [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Waipu-Hotels-Camp-Waipu-Cove.h9421442.Hotel-Information) 11.6 mi from Refining NZ Visitors Centre 9.2/10 Wonderful (133 reviews) "Nice cabin, great location near the beach and a great walking trail. " ![Canada](https://a.travel-assets.com/egds/marks/flags/ca.svg) Jennette £69 includes taxes & fees 11 Feb - 12 Feb [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Waipu-Hotels-Camp-Waipu-Cove.h9421442.Hotel-Information) ![Studio | View from room](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/11000000/10030000/10029500/10029493/08105a37.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ![Apartment, 2 Bedrooms | Living area | Flat-screen TV, pay films](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/11000000/10030000/10029500/10029493/8c15e963.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ![Studio | Bathroom | Shower, free toiletries, towels](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/11000000/10030000/10029500/10029493/5a6fe28d.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ![One Bedroom Apartment | Private kitchenette | Fridge, microwave, stovetop, coffee/tea maker](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/11000000/10030000/10029500/10029493/7259aad9.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Quest Whangarei [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Whangarei-Hotels-Quest-Whangarei.h10029493.Hotel-Information) 12.2 mi from Refining NZ Visitors Centre 8.8/10 Excellent (295 reviews) "modern apartment, very comfortable" ![Germany](https://a.travel-assets.com/egds/marks/flags/de.svg) Marcus £101 includes taxes & fees 12 Feb - 13 Feb [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Whangarei-Hotels-Quest-Whangarei.h10029493.Hotel-Information) ![Outdoor pool](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/8000000/7330000/7326500/7326404/603d850f.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ![Three Bedroom House | Blackout curtains, iron/ironing board, free cots/infant beds, free WiFi](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/8000000/7330000/7326500/7326404/c2c42b49.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ![Three Bedroom House | Blackout curtains, iron/ironing board, free cots/infant beds, free WiFi](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/8000000/7330000/7326500/7326404/a72203aa.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ![Studio | View from room](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/8000000/7330000/7326500/7326404/9c74298d.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Cheviot Park Motor Lodge [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Whangarei-Hotels-Cheviot-Park-Motor-Lodge.h7326404.Hotel-Information) 12.3 mi from Refining NZ Visitors Centre 9.0/10 Wonderful (376 reviews) "Yes spotless " ![Australia](https://a.travel-assets.com/egds/marks/flags/au.svg) Jeanne £81 includes taxes & fees 7 Mar - 8 Mar [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Whangarei-Hotels-Cheviot-Park-Motor-Lodge.h7326404.Hotel-Information) ![Courtyard view](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/10000000/9630000/9626900/9626839/cb51359c.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ![Standard Apartment, Non Smoking, Kitchen (Three Bedroom Unit) | Balcony view](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/10000000/9630000/9626900/9626839/40afe7f6.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ![Beach/ocean view](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/10000000/9630000/9626900/9626839/046db6a5.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ![Front of property](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/10000000/9630000/9626900/9626839/ba7bb497.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Waipu Cove Resort [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Waipu-Hotels-Waipu-Cove-Resort.h9626839.Hotel-Information) 11.7 mi from Refining NZ Visitors Centre 8.8/10 Excellent (117 reviews) "Great resort near a beautiful beach. We were in town visiting friends. The resort was perfect for us. The one bedroom unit allowed us to have the extra space we desired and great common areas. Very nice pool!" ![United States](https://a.travel-assets.com/egds/marks/flags/us.svg) Michele £114 includes taxes & fees 10 Feb - 11 Feb [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Waipu-Hotels-Waipu-Cove-Resort.h9626839.Hotel-Information) ![Exterior](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/3000000/2610000/2610000/2609924/95ef06a4.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ![Deluxe Apartment, 1 Bedroom, Air conditioning, Ground Floor | Egyptian cotton sheets, premium bedding, Select Comfort beds, desk](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/3000000/2610000/2610000/2609924/02f2b302.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ![Economy Studio, 1 Queen Bed, Air conditioning | Egyptian cotton sheets, premium bedding, Select Comfort beds, desk](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/3000000/2610000/2610000/2609924/64061da1.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ![Fridge, microwave, electric kettle, toaster](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/3000000/2610000/2610000/2609924/27248ed3.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Cherry Court Motor Lodge [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Whangarei-Hotels-Cherry-Court-Motor-Lodge.h2609924.Hotel-Information) 12 mi from Refining NZ Visitors Centre 8.6/10 Excellent (141 reviews) "Room was great and very clean. Staff were excellent and very helpful made sure that we had everything we needed. " ![Australia](https://a.travel-assets.com/egds/marks/flags/au.svg) Tara £69 includes taxes & fees 19 Feb - 20 Feb [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Whangarei-Hotels-Cherry-Court-Motor-Lodge.h2609924.Hotel-Information) ![Indoor pool](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/60000/54900/54874/88a96702.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ![Courtyard](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/60000/54900/54874/39599fa0.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ![Daily buffet breakfast (NZD 35.00 per person)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/60000/54900/54874/f281f028.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ![Superior Twin Room | In-room safe, desk, iron/ironing board, free WiFi](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/60000/54900/54874/512b5303.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Distinction Whangarei Hotel & Conference Centre [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Whangarei-Hotels-Distinction-Whangarei-Hotel-Conference-Centre.h54874.Hotel-Information) 12 mi from Refining NZ Visitors Centre 7.8/10 Good (601 reviews) " Great place to stay" ![Australia](https://a.travel-assets.com/egds/marks/flags/au.svg) Shaizal £104 includes taxes & fees 22 Feb - 23 Feb [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Whangarei-Hotels-Distinction-Whangarei-Hotel-Conference-Centre.h54874.Hotel-Information) ![Interior](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/10000000/9630000/9629200/9629189/dd9f3a69.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ![Dining](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/10000000/9630000/9629200/9629189/24a30d99.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ![Front of property – evening/night](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/10000000/9630000/9629200/9629189/342d0e55.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ![Individually decorated, individually furnished, iron/ironing board](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/10000000/9630000/9629200/9629189/c0ed6b67.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Grand Hotel, Whangarei [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Whangarei-Hotels-Grand-Hotel.h9629189.Hotel-Information) 12.1 mi from Refining NZ Visitors Centre 7.0/10 Good (399 reviews) "Very clean room and comfortable bed. Staff were very friendly and helpful. Would stay here again." ![United States](https://a.travel-assets.com/egds/marks/flags/us.svg) Christopher £57 includes taxes & fees 10 Feb - 11 Feb [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Whangarei-Hotels-Grand-Hotel.h9629189.Hotel-Information) 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://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-02-23&endDate=2026-02-24®ionId=553248621562625544&adults=2&sort=RECOMMENDED&openPlayBack=true) ## Compare popular hotels close to Refining NZ Visitors Centre | Property | Property class | Guest rating | Breakfast included | Pool | Spa | Pet-friendly | WiFi included | | | ---------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- | ----------------- | ----------------------- | ------------------ | ---- | --- | ------------ | ------------- | | | ![Staircase](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/10000000/9630000/9624800/9624723/b092740c.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=675&p=1&q=medium)Comfort Hotel Flames Whangerei | 4.0 star property | 8.6Excellent227 reviews | View | | | | | | | ![Two Bedroom Self-Contained Cabin \| Porch](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/10000000/9430000/9421500/9421442/92538d59.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=675&p=1&q=medium)Camp Waipu Cove | 4.5 star property | 9.2Wonderful133 reviews | View | | | | | | | ![Studio \| View from room](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/11000000/10030000/10029500/10029493/08105a37.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=675&p=1&q=medium)Quest Whangarei | 3.5 star property | 8.8Excellent295 reviews | View | | | | | | | ![Outdoor pool](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/8000000/7330000/7326500/7326404/603d850f.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=675&p=1&q=medium)Cheviot Park Motor Lodge | 4.0 star property | 9.0Wonderful376 reviews | View | | | | | | | ![Courtyard view](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/10000000/9630000/9626900/9626839/cb51359c.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=675&p=1&q=medium)Waipu Cove Resort | 3.0 star property | 8.8Excellent117 reviews | View | | | | | | ## Top Refining NZ Visitors Centre Hotel Reviews ![Only 40 metres to the beach!](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/31000000/30230000/30220200/30220132/65e9278c_y.jpg) ### Only 40 metres to the beach! 10/10 Excellent "The place was so clean and had so much more available than any other places we have stayed at. The lovely back deck to sit under and so close to the beach. This was the perfect place for us to stay at with my older daughter and her husband child." [](https://expedia.co.uk/Ruakaka-Hotels-Only-40-Metres-To-The-Beach.h30220132.Hotel-Information) !["Beside The Sea."More than an apartment! Absolute waterfront. Swim steps away.](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/38000000/37920000/37916700/37916694/1fdafa9f_y.jpg) ### "Beside The Sea."More than an apartment! Absolute waterfront. Swim steps away. 10/10 Excellent "A stunning home, and stylishly decorated! We absolutely loved our stay and will be back! Anni is a wonderful host. " [](https://expedia.co.uk/Whangarei-Heads-Hotels-Beside-The-SeaMore-Than-An-Apartment-Absolute-Waterfront-Swim-Steps-Away.h37916694.Hotel-Information) ![Distinction Whangarei Hotel & Conference Centre](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/60000/54900/54874/39599fa0_y.jpg) ### Distinction Whangarei Hotel & Conference Centre 10/10 Excellent "Easy as" [](https://expedia.co.uk/Whangarei-Hotels-Distinction-Whangarei-Hotel-Conference-Centre.h54874.Hotel-Information) ![TOTARA RIDGE - A Private Escape with Ocean views](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/110000000/109830000/109824100/109824097/e69e8d79_y.jpg) ### TOTARA RIDGE - A Private Escape with Ocean views 10/10 Excellent "Great location, great house" [](https://expedia.co.uk/Ruakaka-Hotels-TOTARA-RIDGE-A-Private-Escape-With-Ocean-Views.h109824097.Hotel-Information) ![Discovery Settlers Hotel](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/7000000/6560000/6553100/6553049/2a45420c_y.jpg) ### Discovery Settlers Hotel 10/10 Excellent "Basic accomodation but good value, close to town, comfortable and clean. I had breakfast and dinner in Settlers restaurant and it was very good. Wayne the manager is a gentleman and very helpful. No complaints, I would stay here again." [](https://expedia.co.uk/Whangarei-Hotels-Discovery-Settlers-Hotel.h6553049.Hotel-Information) ![Twin Palms Ocean Beach, self contained chalet.](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/29000000/28860000/28857200/28857156/60ed0a08_y.jpg) ### Twin Palms Ocean Beach, self contained chalet. 10/10 Excellent "Great location and chalet for our one night stay. Everything we needed and friendly hosts. Well appointed.and quiet location." [](https://expedia.co.uk/Whangarei-Heads-Hotels-Twin-Palms-Ocean-Beach.h28857156.Hotel-Information) ![Riverfront Cottage Waipu](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/34000000/33580000/33570100/33570025/c2d223a6_y.jpg) ### Riverfront Cottage Waipu 10/10 Excellent "Responsive and friendly host. All the amenities we needed for a long weekend. Great location for the beach (Waipu Cove), or visiting Waipu. Kids loved being close to the river and estuary." [](https://expedia.co.uk/Waipu-Hotels-Riverfront-Cottage-Waipu.h33570025.Hotel-Information) ![Comfort Hotel Flames Whangerei](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/10000000/9630000/9624800/9624723/b9d40676_y.jpg) ### Comfort Hotel Flames Whangerei 10/10 Excellent "Large room, great staff, restaurant looked nice but we didn't have time to test it!" [](https://expedia.co.uk/Whangarei-Hotels-Comfort-Hotel-Flames-Whangerei.h9624723.Hotel-Information) ![Waipu Glamping-sleeps up to 5](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/90000000/89960000/89958900/89958817/2d0f4030_y.jpg) ### Waipu Glamping-sleeps up to 5 10/10 Excellent "We were met with a lovely note, some plums, chocy in the fridge and flask of hot water for tea. It was a great start to what was a lovely weekend. Our dog adored it, as did we. The hot water doesn't really do justice to the fantastically large outdoor bath tub, but in this heat we actually got a lot out of a nice cold bath in the middle of the day, so nothing lost there. The hot water is sufficiant for a short shower." [](https://expedia.co.uk/Waipu-Hotels-Waipu-Glamping.h89958817.Hotel-Information) ## Hotels near other Refining NZ Visitors Centre attractions ### Mount Manaia 4.7/5 (20 reviews) A hike up this important Māori landmark will take you past indigenous flora to spectacular summit views of aquamarine harbour waters dotted with islands. [See properties](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?rfrrid=TG.LP..PointOfInterests®ionId=6111710) ### Bream Head Coast Walks 5.0/5 (3 reviews) You can take time to visit Bream Head Coast Walks during your travels to Whangarei Heads. While you're in the area, stroll along the beaches. [See properties](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?rfrrid=TG.LP..PointOfInterests®ionId=553248621532610972) ### Waipu Caves 4.2/5 (21 reviews) Explore the great outdoors at Waipu Caves, a lovely green space in Waipu. Stroll along the area's beaches or simply enjoy its restaurants. [See properties](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?rfrrid=TG.LP..PointOfInterests®ionId=6111696) ## Frequently asked questions ### What's the area like around Refining NZ Visitors Centre? ### What's the best hotel to stay close to Refining NZ Visitors Centre? ### How many hotels will I find near Refining NZ Visitors Centre? ### If I need to cancel the hotel reservation for my stay near Refining NZ Visitors Centre, will I receive a refund?