Taumarunui

Travel 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
The lush winter colours of the farmland in the central north island at sunrise.

Hikumutu

While Hikumutu might not have many sights to explore, venturing just a little farther will lead you to top things to see and do like Taumarunui Domain and Epic Cycle Adventures.

Hikumutu
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Kirikau

If you're spending some time in Kirikau, Taumarunui Domain and Tongariro National Park are top sights worth seeing.

Kirikau
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Aukopae

While visiting Aukopae, you might make a stop by sights like Taumarunui Domain and Pureora Forest Park.

Aukopae
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Piriaka

Piriaka might not have many top sights, but Taumarunui Domain and Whakapapa and Whanganui River Confluence are two attractions nearby that you can check out.

Piriaka
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Sunshine Settlement

The coffeehouses and parks are just a few features travelers like about Sunshine Settlement. If you want to do some sightseeing nearby, Taumarunui Domain and Hakiaha Street are a few top places to visit.

Sunshine Settlement
Alexander Motel
Alexander Motel
3 out of 5
6 Marae Street, Taumarunui
The price is P4,787 per night from Jul 7 to Jul 8
P4,787
P5,505 total
Jul 7 - Jul 8
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 3-star motel in Taumarunui. Enjoy free WiFi, 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 Jun 3, 2025

Alexander Motel
Central Park Motor Inn
Central Park Motor Inn
3 out of 5
5/7 Maata Street, Taumarunui
The price is P6,511 per night from Jul 7 to Jul 8
P6,511
P8,000 total
Jul 7 - Jul 8
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 3-star motel in Taumarunui. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and breakfast (surcharge). Popular attractions Taumarunui Domain and Hakiaha Street are ...
8/10 Very Good! (40 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 Apr 19, 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 P4,460 per night from Jul 8 to Jul 9
P4,460
P5,129 total
Jul 8 - Jul 9
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 3-star hotel in National Park Village. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and 2 hot tubs. Our guests praise the restaurant and the helpful staff in ...
8/10 Very Good! (999 reviews)
Nice room & yummy food
"A comfortable room, great food at the restaurant, and only 20ish minutes from Whakapapa made this place perfect for us"

Reviewed on Jun 28, 2025

The Park Hotel Ruapehu
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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 WiFi, free parking, and a garden. Popular attractions Marton Sash and Door Cycling Park ...
9.4/10 Exceptional! (48 reviews)
"We loved our stay here and would have stayed longer. The house is beautifully laid out with the living areas upstairs (beautiful views!) and the sleeping downstairs. The kitchen is quite well appointed and has an excellent oven and stove. It's a little drive to anywhere but we had a rental car so ..."

Reviewed on Apr 19, 2025

Parkview Apartments
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 WiFi, free parking, and a garden. Popular attractions Marton Sash and Door Cycling Park and ...
8/10 Very Good! (95 reviews)
"Basic accommodation for a hiking active vacation. Older slightly tired property with a great view of the volcanoes. Great communication with owner /manager"

Reviewed on Jan 8, 2025

Alpine Chalets
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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.

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

Though Taumarunui Hospital might be what brings you to town, perhaps you'll have a chance to explore more of Taumarunui while you are here.

Taumarunui Hospital

Hakiaha Street

Find out about the history of Taumarunui when you take a trip to Hakiaha Street. Amble around the area's parks or visit its spas.

Hakiaha Street

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

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

Things to do

Mountain Bike Timber Trail Ongarue-Pureora Shuttle 2 Day

Timber Trail Two Day Mountain Bike Ride - Shuttle Service

P2,809
per adult
Timber Trail Two Day Mountain Bike Ride - Shuttle Service
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