Taumarunui Travel Guide

Tourist Guide

Photo by Natalie Robinson
Photo by Natalie Robinson
Photo by Natalie Robinson
Photo by Natalie Robinson

Where to stay in Taumarunui

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Manunui

If you're spending some time in Manunui, Whakapapa and Whanganui River Confluence and Epic Cycle Adventures are top sights worth seeing.

Manunui
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Hikumutu

When in Hikumutu, you can plan a visit to Taumarunui Domain and Epic Cycle Adventures, some noteworthy sights in the nearby area.

Hikumutu
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Piriaka

While Piriaka isn't home to many top sights, Whakapapa and Whanganui River Confluence and Taumarunui Domain are some notable places to visit nearby.

Piriaka
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Sunshine Settlement

The coffee shops and parks are a few reasons travellers visit Sunshine Settlement. Want to see more of the surrounding area? Taumarunui Domain and Hakiaha Street are a few top sights nearby.

Sunshine Settlement
Alexander Motel

Alexander Motel

3 out of 5
6 Marae Street, Taumarunui
The price is ₹9,022 per night from 23 Oct to 24 Oct
₹9,022
₹10,375 total
23 Oct - 24 Oct
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 3-star motel in Taumarunui. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and breakfast (surcharge). Popular attractions Rangaroa Domain and Taumarunui Domain ...
8.4/10 Very Good! (158 reviews)
"Unique configuration, but it worked well, comfy bed."

Reviewed on 3 Jun 2025

Alexander Motel
Central Park Motor Inn

Central Park Motor Inn

3 out of 5
5/7 Maata Street, Taumarunui
The price is ₹8,562 per night from 23 Oct to 24 Oct
₹8,562
₹10,602 total
23 Oct - 24 Oct
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 3-star motel in Taumarunui. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and breakfast (surcharge). Popular attractions Taumarunui Domain and Hakiaha Street are ...
7.8/10 Good! (42 reviews)
Decent option in the Big T
"Short notice booking in Taumaranui, options are limited but plumbed for this motel and quite happy with the result. No prizes for looks or views but otherwise a serviceable and very clean room. Weirdly the vanity doors were coming apart but everything else was v good."

Reviewed on 19 Apr 2025

Central Park Motor Inn
The Park Hotel Ruapehu

The Park Hotel Ruapehu

3 out of 5
6 Millar Street, Tongariro National Park, National Park Village
The price is ₹6,129 per night from 26 Oct to 27 Oct
₹6,129
₹7,118 total
26 Oct - 27 Oct
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 3-star hotel in National Park Village. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and 2 hot tubs. Our guests praise the restaurant and the helpful staff in ...
8.2/10 Very Good! (1,000 reviews)
"Very close to the national park, good restaurant within the premises"

Reviewed on 16 Oct 2025

The Park Hotel Ruapehu
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Alpine Chalets

Alpine Chalets

3 out of 5
3 Findlay St, National Park Village, Manawatu-Wanganui
Stay at this 3-star apartment in National Park Village. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and a garden. Popular attractions Marton Sash and Door Cycling Park and ...
8/10 Very Good! (97 reviews)
"We’ve had the best time at Alpine Chalets. Amazing hospitality from the staff, the rooms are clean, tidy and very modern. The views were spectacular of the mountains! Highly recommend, will definitely be back :)"

Reviewed on 5 Oct 2025

Alpine Chalets
Oreti Village Resort

Oreti Village Resort

4 out of 5
88 Pukawa Road, Pukawa, Pukawa
Stay at this 4-star aparthotel in Pukawa. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and breakfast (surcharge). Popular attractions Kuratau Jetty and Tokaanu Thermal Pools ...
Oreti Village Resort
Parkview Apartments

Parkview Apartments

3.5 out of 5
24 Waimarino Tokaanu Rd, National Park Village, Manawatu-Wanganui
Stay at this 3.5-star apartment in National Park Village. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and a garden. Popular attractions Marton Sash and Door Cycling Park ...
9.4/10 Exceptional! (52 reviews)
"Excellent location close to ski field. Comfy, warm rooms with all amenities- cooking facilities, dishwasher, laundry etc. Neat and tidy home away from home. Walking distance from a restaurant, four square, gas station. Highly recommended. Timely comms from the hosts."

Reviewed on 23 Sept 2025

Parkview Apartments
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Popular places to visit

Taumarunui Domain

Explore the great outdoors at Taumarunui Domain, a lovely green space in Taumarunui. Make some time to visit the spas while you're in the area.

Taumarunui Domain

Whakapapa and Whanganui River Confluence

Commune with nature and explore the great outdoors at Whakapapa and Whanganui River Confluence during your travels in Taumarunui. Amble around the area's parks or visit its spas.

Whakapapa and Whanganui River Confluence

Taumarunui Hospital

If Taumarunui Hospital is what brings you to town, hopefully you'll have a chance to explore more of Taumarunui.

Taumarunui Hospital

Taumarunui Golf Course

Enjoy a round of golf in Taumarunui at Taumarunui Golf Course. Amble around the area's parks or visit its spas.

Taumarunui Golf Course

Rangaroa Domain

Explore the great outdoors at Rangaroa Domain, a lovely green space in Taumarunui. While you're in the area, wander around the natural setting.

Rangaroa Domain

Epic Cycle Adventures

You can take time to visit Epic Cycle Adventures during your travels to Taumarunui. Amble around the area's parks or visit its spas.

Epic Cycle Adventures