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Banana Bungalow: serenity, balcony views, central & tropical setting

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A covered outdoor deck with a view of a green field and distant hills.
A bedroom with a bed, a TV, a kitchen, and a balcony.
A modern kitchen with a large TV, a balcony with a glass door, and a view of greenery.
A modern bathroom with a white toilet, a vanity with drawers, and a glass shower enclosure.
A modern bathroom with a toilet, a vanity, and a glass-enclosed shower area.

Reviews

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional

Highlights

  • Centrally-located
    You're never far from where you need to be with this convenient location.
Sleeps 4•1 bedroom•2 beds

Popular amenities

  • Onsite parking available
  • Kitchenette
  • Washing machine
  • Barbecue grill
  • Balcony
  • Free Wi-Fi

Explore the area

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Raglan, Waikato
  • Place, Raglan & District Museum
    ‪5 min drive‬
  • Place, Old School Arts Centre
    ‪5 min drive‬
  • Place, SkyCity Hamilton
    ‪50 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

1 bedroom (sleeps 4)

Banana Bungalow Studio

1 Queen Bed

Office 1

1 Single Bunk Bed

1 bathroom

Bathroom

Soap · Towels provided · Toilet · Shower only · Hair dryer

Spaces

Kitchenette
Balcony
Outdoor play area

About this property

Banana Bungalow: serenity, balcony views, central & tropical setting

Set in a very tranquil part of Raglan - but walking distance to town, you'll only hear the Pukekos calling at night and luxuriate on the deck under the expansive starscape.

Relax in your self-contained studio with a comfortable queen bed, large bathroom with shower and toilet, well appointed kitchenette with ample bench space and good sized fridge.

If you need extra space for a couple of kids or friends we have a separate bunkroom available by arrangement, warm and cosy.

Wander through the shared, lush gardens, take a short walk into town and cool off in the outdoor shower after a hard day at the beach. Cruiser bikes for popping into town and an inflatable double kayak are available too. Welcome!

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House Rules

Check in after 3:00 PM
Check out before 10:00 AM
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Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17
Tell us your requirement +we'll try make it happen
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Events

No events allowed
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Pets

No pets allowed
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted
BEFORE your stay arrange any different Times/Changes/Requests. When away Keep Key safe in Lockbox Be respectful of our neighbours Space. Have Fun!
Clean any Dishes used Leave beds as is. Used Towels in Shower. Raglan is zero waste-Take your waste with you /Ask us.
BBQ+side GasHob (with Wok+PizzaStone) is shared with otherStudio. Clean after use for next people/Turn Off Gas Checkout Contact if leaving before10am

Important information

You need to know

Property # 9871826
Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector with you on the trip
Host has indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property

About the area

Raglan

Raglan is home to this apartment. Manu Bay Nature Reserve and Ngarunui Beach reflect the area's natural beauty and area attractions include Old School Arts Centre and Waingaro Hot Springs. Bush Tramway Club and Taitua Arboretum are also worth visiting.
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Raglan, Waikato

What's nearby

  • Raglan & District Museum - 5 min drive - 1.8 km
  • Old School Arts Centre - 5 min drive - 1.8 km
  • SkyCity Hamilton - 50 min drive - 55.6 km
  • Hamilton Gardens - 53 min drive - 58.1 km
  • University of Waikato - 53 min drive - 58.4 km

Getting around

  • Hamilton (HLZ-Hamilton Intl.) - 57 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Orca Restaurant & Bar - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪Indi - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪Raglan Club - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Raglan Roast Coffee House - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪George's Beach Club - ‬5 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Banana Bungalow: serenity, balcony views, central & tropical setting pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much does it cost to stay at Banana Bungalow: serenity, balcony views, central & tropical setting?

As of 3 Aug, 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Banana Bungalow: serenity, balcony views, central & tropical setting on 5 Nov, 2026 start from S$172, including taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

How much is parking at Banana Bungalow: serenity, balcony views, central & tropical setting?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at Banana Bungalow: serenity, balcony views, central & tropical setting?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Banana Bungalow: serenity, balcony views, central & tropical setting?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Banana Bungalow: serenity, balcony views, central & tropical setting located?

Situated in Raglan, this apartment building is within 1 mile (2 km) of Old School Arts Centre and Raglan & District Museum. Raglan Golf Club is 2.4 mi (3.8 km) away.

Reviews

9.8

Exceptional

Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
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Rating 10 - Excellent. 19 out of 23 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 4 out of 23 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 23 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 23 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 23 reviews

10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Amenities

9.4/10

Property conditions & facilities

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

9.6/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Monica B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The bed was very comfy and the bungalow had a lovely feel to it and was private and peaceful. The location is great.Close to Raglan town and 15 minutes from the surf beaches where you can hire surfboards etc.
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Carol C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Bright, clean and modern, great location and loved the outside area
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Justin A.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Tidy little spot for a short stay to see Raglan. A short drive to downtown. Basic kitchenette and available grill.We ate out with lots of options in town for good food.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

John M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
An all but new room with private entry. Very quiet location with everything you need supplied. Great place to stay for a getaway for a few days
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Ruby H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great communication from hosts. Relaxing and comfy place.
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Willow

clean room, nice view
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Ashleigh N.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Very clean, and the view is lovely!
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Carlina G.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Raglan paradise

Very private, well set up, lovely bush views, Friendly host
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Brittany H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Host is very welcoming and communicates clearly. Gave loads of information and recommendations about the surrounding area. Room was clean with everything you need in the kitchen and a fantastic, private deck. Close enough to walk to the beautiful black sand beaches.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Maureen G.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Quiet and sunny

Great place. Just a short distance from town. Great host.
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2025
Verified review

8/10 Good

Florine P.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Lovely place with great views! It’s got everything you need and it’s all very clean and tidy. We were able to check in a bit earlier upon request on a very wet day, which was great. The only downside is that you can hear everything people do and say in the room next door, which is not ideal.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2026
Response from VrboOwner on 27 Jan, 2026
Thanks for your feedback Florine, we are so pleased that you enjoyed your stay and the early check-in was helpful for you. We have installed noise insulation and find all you need to do if you are still very sensitive to sound, is to close the bathroom door.
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Simeon P.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Exceeded expectations

Great location, short walk to town. Lovely outlook
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Jonathon

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, communication
My partner and I had great time our studio had a large deck perfect for having our coffee and meals
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Rowan S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Raglan getaway

Great self-contained studio. Clean and tidy and great presentation, highly recommend this place.
Stayed 1 night in May 2024
Verified review

8/10 Good

Belinda B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Banana Studio

Super little place to stay. Limited facilities but that’s fine. Very clean Lovely outside verandah to sit at.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

John P.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Weekend break

Lovely property - had everything I needed for a night away, quiet location, great view and short walk into the town centre across the rugby field. Host was very communicative and welcoming - recommended
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Lauren

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
The studio has everything you need for a relaxing and comfortable stay. Hine, the host, got in contact to give advice and guidance on the local area and other bits which was very useful. I would recommend if you want to enjoy a wonderful stay in Raglan. Close to everything and just a short drive to the beach!
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Nicola S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The size of the room exceeded my expectations. Really lovely property, nice outlook, covered verandah for socialising, really nice owner. Wish there was a bit more cooking facilities, ie electric hob, but the owners were great about it and offered a microwave and there is a BBQ you can use. Highly recommend!
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025
Verified review

8/10 Good

Christoph C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Excellent value for money and the view from the balcony was lovely. The host and Dee were very helpful and friendly. We enjoyed our time exploring raglan and the house was very close to the centre of town.The room was nice, clean and had all the basic necessities.We did find it a little bothersome having to deal with our own rubbish in town. We caught a few looks stuffing our 4 days worth of rubbish into a rubbish bin. We very much enjoyed our stay regardless and we definitely come back, it’s sensational for the price!
Balcony providing at sunset
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2026
Verified review

8/10 Good

Stephen

Liked: Property conditions & facilities
Lovely property, one appointed, beautifully clean. Very tricky to enter the property using the key – could do with some attention. Would have loved a drop of milk and a biscuit upon arrival. But otherwise very satisfactory stay. Thank you
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Rachael W.

Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Douglas B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Paul F.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2024

About the host

Hosted by JohnWatson

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Originally from Auckland, I've made Raglan my home and enjoy helping guests find the best possible experiences and eateries in Whaingaroa.

Why they chose this property

The Studios are walking distance to town, but are nestled in their own private area, which is very quiet and safe with a great view overlooking a reserve.

What makes this property unique

The Studio has a deck with a view overlooking the tropical gardens, space to wander amongst the banana trees and we are doing a native re-vegetation project in the Reserve with the local Community to bring the birds right in to the garden and surrounds.

Languages:

English

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