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25 Dec - 27 Dec
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Recommended hotels in Pukawa

A dining area with a wooden table and wicker chairs, a balcony with a view of the sea, and a leather sofa.

1. Pukawa Villas (Formerly Oreti Village Resort)

Pukawa Villas (Formerly Oreti Village Resort)
4.0 star property
Pukawa
10.0 out of 10, Exceptional, (30 reviews)
"Charming location, serene lakeside view, spacious accommodation."
United States
Pedro
The price is NZ$267
includes taxes & fees
1 Nov - 2 Nov
Pukawa Villas (Formerly Oreti Village Resort)
A room with a fireplace, leather chairs, wooden flooring, and large windows with blinds.

2. Tongariro Lodge

Tongariro Lodge
4.0 star property
Turangi
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (373 reviews)
"The lodge was nice and quiet. friendly staff and the manager was very helpful."
Australia
ian
The price is NZ$264
includes taxes & fees
1 Nov - 2 Nov
Tongariro Lodge
A resort with a swimming pool, red buildings, and surrounding greenery.

3. Parklands Motorlodge

Parklands Motorlodge
3.5 star property
Turangi
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (423 reviews)
"Great place to stay, Chenara is always there to help if required"
Australia
Andy
The price is NZ$143
includes taxes & fees
6 Nov - 7 Nov
Parklands Motorlodge
A swimming pool with lounge chairs and a fenced deck area, surrounded by buildings with a simple architectural style.

4. Turangi Leisure Lodge

Turangi Leisure Lodge
2.5 star property
Turangi
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (617 reviews)
"The staff was so welcoming and very supportive..Great Human…Vil visit again"
Australia
Arun
The price is NZ$135
includes taxes & fees
15 Nov - 16 Nov
Turangi Leisure Lodge
A cozy lounge area with a stone fireplace, leather seating, and a mounted deer head above the mantel.

5. Turangi Bridge Motel

Turangi Bridge Motel
3.5 star property
Turangi
8.2 out of 10, Very good, (612 reviews)
"The room was clean and the staff was very friendly and helpful."
United States
Montana
The price is NZ$160
includes taxes & fees
10 Nov - 11 Nov
Turangi Bridge Motel
A row of wooden decked cabins with outdoor seating, large windows, and a view of the surrounding greenery.

6. Judges Pool Motel

Judges Pool Motel
3.5 star property
Turangi
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (558 reviews)
"A beautiful location close to the Turangi river. I will definitely be back! Fantastic communal BBQ facilities and lovely host."
Australia
Nicola
The price is NZ$169
includes taxes & fees
1 Nov - 2 Nov
Judges Pool Motel
A building with a flat roof, a front entrance, and a signboard.

7. Tongariro River Retreat - Hostel

Tongariro River Retreat - Hostel
4.0 star property
Turangi
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (149 reviews)
"The staff were very helpful. The bed was comfortable and the room tidy. The location was great, right in Turangi township and close to a lot of great activities."
Australia
Tania
The price is NZ$85
includes taxes & fees
1 Nov - 2 Nov
Tongariro River Retreat - Hostel
A geodesic dome structure with a view of a lake and sunset.

8. Motutere Bay Top 10 Holiday Park

Motutere Bay Top 10 Holiday Park
2.5 star property
Motutere
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (129 reviews)
"Helpful staff and a quiet location"
Australia
Alan
The price is NZ$109
includes taxes & fees
12 Nov - 13 Nov
Motutere Bay Top 10 Holiday Park
A modern house with a large porch, outdoor seating, and a well-maintained garden.

9. River Birches

River Birches
5.0 star property
Turangi
10.0 out of 10, Exceptional, (29 reviews)
"Great place to stay. Will be back!"
Australia
Maiwand
The price is NZ$849
includes taxes & fees
5 Nov - 6 Nov
River Birches
A modern kitchen with a central island, built-in appliances, and a view of the outdoors.

10. Our Treasure Cottage Retreat at the lake, all linen included

Our Treasure Cottage Retreat at the lake, all linen included
Kuratau
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (53 reviews)
"Lovely and relaxing "
New Zealand
Mavis T.
The price is NZ$417
includes taxes & fees
1 Nov - 2 Nov
Our Treasure Cottage Retreat at the lake, all linen included
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11. Spacious Modern 4 bedroom 2 bathroom Home Motuoapa Taupo

Spacious Modern 4 bedroom 2 bathroom Home Motuoapa Taupo
Motuoapa
The price is NZ$477
includes taxes & fees
9 Nov - 10 Nov
Spacious Modern 4 bedroom 2 bathroom Home Motuoapa Taupo
A covered patio with a wooden deck, metal table, and chairs.

12. Turangi town, cosy urban retreat with room for all,

Turangi town, cosy urban retreat with room for all,
Turangi
9.8 out of 10, Exceptional, (84 reviews)
"We really enjoyed our stay. The house was so beautifully presented and the beds were very comfortable. We were impressed how clean it was and really appreciated the cozy warm fire. Would highly recommend."
United States
Jan D.
The price is NZ$470
includes taxes & fees
1 Nov - 2 Nov
Turangi town, cosy urban retreat with room for all,
A bed with a wooden headboard, green and white striped pillows, and a rolled white towel on a wooden surface.

13. The Jumping Trout Rustic Hideaway

The Jumping Trout Rustic Hideaway
Tūrangi
The price is NZ$386
includes taxes & fees
2 Nov - 3 Nov
The Jumping Trout Rustic Hideaway
A living room with a sliding glass door leading to a deck, a sofa with a cushion, and a small table with a laptop.

14. Welocome to Serendipity

Welocome to Serendipity
Turangi
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (52 reviews)
"Lovely spot and lovely hosts; loved our stay and thoroughly recommended!"
United States
Iain M.
The price is NZ$286
includes taxes & fees
9 Nov - 10 Nov
Welocome to Serendipity
A wooden deck with outdoor furniture, a covered patio, and a house with grey siding.

15. Take time out in Turangi - family friendly

Take time out in Turangi - family friendly
Turangi
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (88 reviews)
"Excellent location for exploring national parks, groceries, restaurant, bike rentals, whitewater kayaking."
Canada
sebastian m.
The price is NZ$256
includes taxes & fees
3 Nov - 4 Nov
Take time out in Turangi - family friendly
A modern building with a flat roof, large windows, and a wooden deck.

16. Stunning, Spacious & Modern Architectural Motuoapa Bach - Sleeps 12

Stunning, Spacious & Modern Architectural Motuoapa Bach - Sleeps 12
Motuoapa
9.8 out of 10, Exceptional, (82 reviews)
"Great spaces and clean"
New Zealand
Dean T.
The price is NZ$290
includes taxes & fees
1 Nov - 2 Nov
Stunning, Spacious & Modern Architectural Motuoapa Bach - Sleeps 12
A modern kitchen with white cabinets, a central island with a sink, and a dining area with a table and chairs.

17. Hirangi cottage

Hirangi cottage
Turangi
8.2 out of 10, Very good, (16 reviews)
"Place was nice and cozy helped with local spots easy to check in and out. "
United States
Jake
The price is NZ$348
includes taxes & fees
1 Nov - 2 Nov
Hirangi cottage
A modern house with a large patio, outdoor seating, and a satellite dish.

18. Perfect accommodation for visiting Tongariro and Southern Lake Taupo

Perfect accommodation for visiting Tongariro and Southern Lake Taupo
Kuratau
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (36 reviews)
"We had a great stay in Kuratau. This property is a bach, but it’s a really good one - good kitchen, nice and warm in winter (good heat pump and plenty of blankets), cheerful and sunny, good location. We’d very happily stay here again."
United States
Robert B.
The price is NZ$393
includes taxes & fees
3 Nov - 4 Nov
Perfect accommodation for visiting Tongariro and Southern Lake Taupo
A circular wooden room with a table and benches, a ladder, and a view of a forest.

19. The Point Villas

The Point Villas
5.0 star property
Acacia Bay
10.0 out of 10, Exceptional, (3 reviews)
"Definitely money worth for the price of the accommodation. "
Australia
Bhawna
The price is NZ$3,171
includes taxes & fees
6 Nov - 7 Nov
The Point Villas
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Top Pukawa Hotel Reviews

Turangi Bridge Motel

Turangi Bridge Motel

10/10 Excellent
"Great room. Friendly staff. Amazing food."
Doug 1-night trip
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Turangi Bridge Motel

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Pukawa Resort information

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Accommodation
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Lowest Price
NZ$85
Highest Price
NZ$3,171

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What can I do in Pukawa?
Travellers enjoy the water activities such as fishing in Pukawa, and also have good things to say about the skiing and other winter sports. If you're interested in local sights, Lake Taupō, Tokaanu Thermal Pools and Tongariro Alpine Crossing are some places to visit nearby. Additional attractions in the area include Kuratau Jetty and Lake Rotopounamu.
What's the weather like in Pukawa?
The hottest months are usually January and February, with an average temperature of 16°C, while the coldest months are July and August, with an average of 7°C. Average annual precipitation for Pukawa is 1398 mm.
What's the best way to get to and around Pukawa?
Fly into Taupō Airport (TUO), which is located 21.5 mi (34.6 km) away. If you'd like to venture out around the area, you may want to rent a car for your trip.

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