Book a Top Putaruru Motel

As you’ll save on your room, you can experience more of the activities in Putaruru. In the area, popular places to visit include Hobbiton Movie Set.

At most motels, you’re likely to find a free parking spot and an outdoor pool. When you stay at a motel, you’ll often have access to your room from an outside corridor overlooking the car park. In the US, motels boomed after World War II with the popularity of car travel and road trips, peaking in the 1960s with over 60,000 properties.

Kea Motel & Holiday Park: Enjoy the in-room kitchen, and freebies including WiFi and self-parking. Putaruru Arms Motor Inn: Free WiFi and free parking are available during your stay, along with room amenities such as a kitchenette.

Some outdoorsy places nearby include Sanctuary Mountain Maungatautari, Lake Karapiro and Te Waihou Walkway. You’ll find these family-friendly attractions in the area: Hobbiton Movie Set and Off Road NZ. While you’re exploring the area, consider visiting Wairere Falls, Founders Park and Cambridge Museum.

Weather can make or break a road trip, so here’s some data about year-round temperatures in Putaruru to help you plan yours: The hottest months are usually February and January, with an average temperature of 18°C, while the coldest months are July and August, with an average of 10°C. Average annual precipitation for Putaruru is 1260 mm.

We’ve gathered some information about local transportation options in Putaruru to help you navigate your stay: Fly into Hamilton (HLZ-Hamilton Intl.), which is located 27.5 mi (44.3 km) away. You can also search for flights into Rotorua (ROT-Rotorua Regional), which is 29.5 mi (47.5 km) away. If you’d like to explore around the area, you may want to rent a car for your trip.