Taumarunui Travel Guide

Tourist Guide

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Our guide on 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.

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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.

Piriaka

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

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 Rangaroa Domain are a few top sights nearby.

Alexander Motel

Alexander Motel

3 out of 5
6 Marae Street Taumarunui
The price is NZ$167 per night from 12 July to 13 July
NZ$167
12 July - 13 July
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this motel in Taumarunui. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and breakfast (surcharge). Popular attractions Rangaroa Domain and Taumarunui Domain are located ...
8.4/10 Very good! (172 reviews)
"Staff were wonderful. The property is a bit tired and we had trouble working the tv (manager came to our rescue). Room was cold and the heating wasn’t adequate, however the bonus was electric blankets."

Reviewed on 16 May 2026

Alexander Motel
Central Park Motor Inn

Central Park Motor Inn

3 out of 5
5/7 Maata Street Taumarunui
The price is NZ$211 per night from 12 July to 13 July
NZ$211
12 July - 13 July
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this golf motel in Taumarunui. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and breakfast (surcharge). Popular attractions Taumarunui Domain and Hakiaha Street are ...
8/10 Very good! (49 reviews)
"Will stay again, clean unit and friendly staff."

Reviewed on 4 May 2026

Central Park Motor Inn
Funski Lodge, sleeps 10, Where Adventure Begins

Funski Lodge, sleeps 10, Where Adventure Begins

Taumarunui Manawatu-Whanganui
Stay at this holiday home in Taumarunui. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, a garden and laundry facilities. Popular attractions Taumarunui Domain and Rangaroa Domain are located ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (3 reviews)
"The amenities were in good condition"

Reviewed on 23 Dec 2025

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Funski Lodge, sleeps 10, Where Adventure Begins
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Funski Lodge, sleeps 10, Where Adventure Begins

Funski Lodge, sleeps 10, Where Adventure Begins

Taumarunui Manawatu-Whanganui
Stay at this holiday home in Taumarunui. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, a garden and laundry facilities. Popular attractions Taumarunui Domain and Rangaroa Domain are located ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (3 reviews)
"The amenities were in good condition"

Reviewed on 23 Dec 2025

Funski Lodge, sleeps 10, Where Adventure Begins
Pukawa Villas (Formerly Oreti Village Resort)

Pukawa Villas (Formerly Oreti Village Resort)

4 out of 5
88 Pukawa Road Pukawa
Stay at this aparthotel in Pukawa. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and breakfast (surcharge). Popular attractions Tokaanu Thermal Pools and River Vineyard are ...
10/10 Exceptional! (11 reviews)
"Our family stayed here over the weekend in a two-bedroom unit, and we had a wonderful experience. The unit was exceptionally clean and had everything we needed for a comfortable stay. The highlight, though, was the breathtaking panoramic view of Lake Taupō. Waking up to the sunrise over the lake ..."

Reviewed on 5 July 2026

Pukawa Villas (Formerly Oreti Village Resort)
Alpine Chalets

Alpine Chalets

3 out of 5
3 Findlay St National Park Village Manawatu-Wanganui
Stay at this apartment in National Park Village. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and a garden. Popular attractions Marton Sash and Door Cycling Park and Raurimu ...
8/10 Very good! (102 reviews)
"Beautiful place to stay in with the meanest view of the mountains!! The owner is very inviting and if you need something she's got you!!!"

Reviewed on 6 July 2026

Alpine Chalets
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Stay near popular Taumarunui attractions

Whakapapa and Whanganui River Confluence

8.4/10 (18 reviews)
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.
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Whanganui National Park

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