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Our top choices for Turangi historic hotels

A swimming pool with lounge chairs and a fenced deck area, surrounded by buildings with a simple architectural style.
A compact kitchen with modern appliances, a dining area with wooden chairs, and a television in the living space.
A compact kitchen with a sink, stove, and refrigerator, featuring a fire action notice on the wall.
A dining table set with wine glasses, a bottle of wine, and a floral arrangement.

1. Turangi Leisure Lodge

Turangi Leisure Lodge
Turangi
Australia
Libby
NZ$129
includes taxes & fees
18 Oct - 19 Oct
Turangi Leisure Lodge
An outdoor dining area with tables and chairs, umbrellas, and a view of parked cars and greenery.
A resort with a swimming pool, red buildings, and surrounding greenery.
A compact kitchen with a microwave, toaster, and small refrigerator.
A wooden cabin-style room with a bed, two bedside tables, a desk, and a chair.

2. Parklands Motorlodge

Parklands Motorlodge
Turangi
Australia
Rod
NZ$101
includes taxes & fees
4 Oct - 5 Oct
Parklands Motorlodge
A modern house with a covered porch, large windows, and a well-lit exterior at dusk.
A modern kitchen with wooden beams, a large island, and a view of trees.
A paved road flanked by trees and a signpost in a wooded area.
A bedroom with a bed, a nightstand, a window with blinds, and a bathroom with a towel rack.

3. Tongariro Lodge

Tongariro Lodge
Turangi
New Zealand
Nokuthaba
NZ$264
includes taxes & fees
4 Oct - 5 Oct
Tongariro Lodge
A cozy lounge area with a stone fireplace, leather seating, and a mounted deer head above the mantel.
A bar area with wooden stools, a stone fireplace, and a mounted animal head.
An outdoor patio with wooden tables and benches, a wooden fence, and a building with windows and a green roof.
A row of white cabins with balconies, surrounded by well-maintained gardens and a clear blue sky.

4. Turangi Bridge Motel

Turangi Bridge Motel
Turangi
United States
Montana
NZ$158
includes taxes & fees
2 Oct - 3 Oct
Turangi Bridge Motel
A row of wooden decked cabins with outdoor seating, large windows, and a view of the surrounding greenery.
A reception area with a wooden desk, a fish wall, and various informational posters.
A sign for Judges Pool Motel with a mailbox and a landscaped area with trees and grass.
A hotel room with a red bed, a black leather sofa, a small round table, a TV mounted on the wall, and a kitchenette area.

5. Judges Pool Motel

Judges Pool Motel
Turangi
Australia
Nicola
NZ$166
includes taxes & fees
18 Oct - 19 Oct
Judges Pool Motel
A rustic wooden structure with a sign, surrounded by a gravel path and stone border, leading into a forested area.
A kitchen with a large window, a sink, and a bowl of fruit on the counter.
A modern, compact building with a wooden exterior, large windows, and a small outdoor seating area with steps leading to the entrance.
A kitchen with a large window, a bowl of fruit on the counter, and a stove.

6. The Grove Turangi

The Grove Turangi
Turangi
Australia
Brendon
NZ$260
includes taxes & fees
13 Oct - 14 Oct
The Grove Turangi
A building with a flat roof, a front entrance, and a signboard.
A kitchen with a central island, a refrigerator, and a sink.
A kitchen with blue cabinets, a central island, and a clock on the wall.
An outdoor patio area with blue plastic chairs and tables, string lights, and a wooden fence.

7. Tongariro River Retreat - Hostel

Tongariro River Retreat - Hostel
Turangi
Australia
Tania
NZ$57
includes taxes & fees
24 Oct - 25 Oct
Tongariro River Retreat - Hostel
A modern house with a large porch, outdoor seating, and a well-maintained garden.
A bedroom with a large bed, a chair, and a view of a lush forest through large windows.
A modern kitchen with a wooden countertop, a coffee machine, and a vase with flowers.
A modern house with large glass windows, surrounded by trees and a well-maintained lawn.

8. River Birches

River Birches
Turangi
Australia
Maiwand
NZ$881
includes taxes & fees
3 Oct - 4 Oct
River Birches
A dining area with a wooden table and wicker chairs, a balcony with a view of the sea, and a leather sofa.
A room with two beds, a window, a lamp, and a wall art piece.
A modern living room with a black leather sofa, wooden coffee table, and a large sliding glass door leading to a balcony.
A rocky shoreline with calm water and a distant hill.

9. Pukawa Villas (Formerly Oreti Village Resort)

Pukawa Villas (Formerly Oreti Village Resort)
Pukawa
Australia
Chloe
NZ$244
includes taxes & fees
2 Oct - 3 Oct
Pukawa Villas (Formerly Oreti Village Resort)
A geodesic dome structure with a view of a lake and sunset.
A lakeside view with transparent dome-shaped accommodations, a wooden deck, and a tree-lined path.
A modern kitchen with white cabinetry, a black countertop, and a dining area with white chairs.
A cozy room with a large window, a bed, a small table with a lamp, and a potted plant.

10. Motutere Bay Top 10 Holiday Park

Motutere Bay Top 10 Holiday Park
Motutere
Australia
Alan
NZ$110
includes taxes & fees
4 Oct - 5 Oct
Motutere Bay Top 10 Holiday Park
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Frequently asked questions

What should a history buff expect from a stay in Turangi?
Significant historical sites in Turangi are probably a big part of your travel plans. You can check out the lakeside and parks during your visit. You can also relish a trip to the bars during your stay.
How many historical hotels are located in Turangi?
Turangi is home to 58 hotels and other lodging options bookable on Expedia but not many designated as historic hotels.
What are the top historical places and other sights to visit in Turangi?
Favourite places to visit include Lake Taupō, River Vineyard and Tongariro River Rafting. You'll also find Tokaanu Thermal Pools and Tongariro Alpine Crossing in the area.
What is a historic hotel like in Turangi?
Guests who choose a historic hotel can spend a night or two in a building that has a national historic designation. A castle, stately home, palace or even a pub, lodge, old police station or skyscraper can be turned into a historic hotel as long as it's a place of special interest. Traditional architecture and period features are typically preserved in the communal spaces and guestrooms of such hotels in Turangi, giving a real sense of character.
What is the difference between a historic hotel and a heritage hotel?
"Heritage hotel" is more common in Asia and Europe, while "historic hotel" is more common in the U.S. but overall the terms are quite similar. The building and architecture of a historic hotel is generally what's most significant. For a heritage hotel, often it's the cultural value and how it shaped the community.
Do historic hotels in Turangi have modern facilities?
Hotel interiors feature the modern conveniences and safety features you might expect, though efforts have been made to preserve the historic aspects and traditions. Private rooms with updated bathroom facilities, heating and air conditioning, free and fast Internet, and the amenities found at a contemporary hotel will also be available in a historic hotel. When you choose a historic hotel in Turangi, don't worry that you'll be staying at a place that's uncomfortable for guests or simply rundown.

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