Vacation rentals in Tauranga

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Guest favourite
Guest suite in Mount Maunganui
Chic Beach Side Retreat on Marine Parade
I’m sure many of you will be in need of a break away so …. if you are seeking a quiet and private space for your visit to beautiful Mount Maunganui then the recently renovated Beachside Retreat offers just that and more. The studio is perfect for quiet couples, solo travellers and business people. Safe and secure, the studio is bathed in morning and late afternoon sun so is cosy and warm. Heat pump for your comfort whatever the season. Beautiful Mount beach is just across the road. Beach gear available on request. Perfectly positioned to walk into town or stop along the way at some top cafes and restaurants. Back to the studio and you transition from the large deck through sliding glass doors to an interior that's designed for total relaxation. Refresh in a sparkling white bathroom and soak in a designer bathtub before bedtime. Kitchenette for tea and coffee making, microwave and small bar fridge. No cooktop. For your arrival there is a selection of NZ tea’s, coffee, hot chocolate, cereal, milk and juice in the studio. On-site parking available for one car. Big screen smart TV with Netflix, Amazon Prime and the usual free to air streaming. Fast high speed unlimited WIFI. A five minute walk to Central Parade shops, Fife Lane Restaurant, Tay Street Cafe and Store, Bay Oval and Blake Park. Also a handy five minute drive to Bayfair and Baypark. Enhanced cleaning and sanitising between guests as per Air BnB guidelines. Parking available on site. We (Shirley & Jim) live upstairs with our small dog Louie. We are around if you need a hand, would like some breakfast, dinner or tourist tips. Otherwise, we will respect your privacy and leave you to enjoy your stay. The studio is on Marine Parade, directly opposite Mount Maunganui Beach. Blake Park, Bay Oval, and various shops and great cafes at Central Parade are about a 5-minute walk. It's a quick drive to the Mount, airport, Bayfair Shopping Centre and Trust Power Baypark. Just an hour drive will have you to Whakatane, Rotorua and Hobbiton. Check in and check out times may be adjusted to suit your travel arrangements on request. Luggage drop/storage also available on request.
5 – 12 May
4.98 out of 5 average rating, 547 reviews
Guest favourite
Guesthouse in Tauranga
Contemporary Cottage with Pool
Carlton Cottage, built 2019, is a fantastic place where you can relax and unwind. Often referred to as a 'home away from home', situated next to our character home, it is surrounded by gardens, offers outlook and privacy. It features a bedroom with queen bed, ensuite, living area with kitchen, smartTV, wi-fi, washing machine and a pool to cool off in summer! Centrally located in Otumoetai, walking distance to the harbours edge and cafes, 3.5kms to Tauranga's CBD and a 12 min drive to the Mount.
26 May – 2 June
4.98 out of 5 average rating, 153 reviews
Guest favourite
Cottage in Tauranga
The Bach
The Bach in rural Ohauiti has views over farmland to the Mount and Tauranga harbour, as well as the Kaimai ranges. Totally self-contained, this one bedroom cottage is the perfect spot for a refreshing holiday away from city life, yet just 15 minutes from town. Enjoy a country breakfast, walk around the Mount, cycle, soak in hot pools, or do day trips to Whakatane, Rotorua or Hobbiton. Eat out or cook at home, and watch the sun setting as you relax over dinner on the deck with a glass of wine.
9 – 16 Dec
4.98 out of 5 average rating, 170 reviews

Popular amenities for Tauranga holiday rentals

Stay near Tauranga's top sights

Bayfair Shopping Centre240 locals recommend
Bethlehem Town Centre41 locals recommend
Baywave TECT Aquatic & Leisure Centre61 locals recommend
Fraser Cove Shopping Centre9 locals recommend
Trustpower Stadium19 locals recommend
Kulim Park15 locals recommend

Other great holiday rentals in Tauranga

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Guest suite in Papamoa
Beachside Haven
13 – 20 July
4.95 out of 5 average rating, 226 reviews
Guest favourite
Guest suite in Mount Maunganui
Downtown Mount Maunganui
17 – 24 Oct
4.93 out of 5 average rating, 100 reviews
Guest favourite
Apartment in Mount Maunganui
Mount Beach Front Apartment - with deck
18 – 25 Apr
4.88 out of 5 average rating, 143 reviews
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Guest suite in Papamoa
‘A Stone’s Throw’ Papamoa Beach Studio, 200m>Beach
7 – 14 June
4.94 out of 5 average rating, 274 reviews
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Apartment in Tauranga
River Gardens Apartment
8 – 15 Apr
4.95 out of 5 average rating, 536 reviews
Guest favourite
Guest suite in Tauranga
Beautiful new studio one back from the beach
3 – 10 Dec
4.88 out of 5 average rating, 459 reviews
Guest favourite
Guest suite in Tauranga
New Modern Apartment - Walk to CBD
5 – 12 June
4.88 out of 5 average rating, 379 reviews
Guest favourite
Bungalow in Mt Maunganui
The Surf Studio in Mt Maunganui - modern bungalow
16 – 23 May
4.88 out of 5 average rating, 138 reviews
Guest favourite
Guesthouse in Papamoa
Home on the Range
3 – 10 June
4.98 out of 5 average rating, 151 reviews
Guest favourite
Guesthouse in Mount Maunganui
Gorgeous Mount Beach Cottage - 2min walk to surf
3 – 10 Aug
4.9 out of 5 average rating, 111 reviews
Guest favourite
Home in Tauranga
Central Comfort
3 – 10 Sept
4.94 out of 5 average rating, 296 reviews
Guest favourite
Apartment in Tauranga
Spectacular City Waterfront Apartment
25 July – 1 Aug
4.99 out of 5 average rating, 91 reviews

Quick stats about holiday rentals in Tauranga

Total rentals

1.5K properties

Rentals with a pool

170 properties have a pool

Pet-friendly rentals

230 properties allow pets

Family-friendly rentals

910 properties are a good fit for families

Total number of reviews

48K reviews

Nightly prices starting at

$15 AUD before taxes and fees

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