What can I expect from a motel trip to Turangi?

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What's it like to stay in a motel?

Motels often have free parking, and many also include an outdoor pool. Often one or two storeys high, motels usually have exterior corridors overlooking the car park or an outdoor pool. Introduced in the early 1950s, colourful neon signs were used as beacons for tired families on road trips, and you can see these today along the historic US Route 66.

How many motels will I find in Turangi?

Expedia has 5 inexpensive motels in Turangi.

What can I do in Turangi?

Those visiting Turangi have good things to say about its lakeside, parks and bars. As you're sightseeing around the area, make sure that you enjoy all there is to see and do. Some outdoorsy places nearby include Lake Taupo, Tokaanu Thermal Pools and Tongariro Alpine Crossing. While you're exploring the area, consider visiting Tongariro National Park, Mount Tongariro and Mount Ngauruhoe.

What's the seasonal weather like in Turangi?

Weather can make or break a road trip, so we've gathered some data about year-round temperatures in Turangi to help you plan yours. The hottest months are usually January and February, with an average temperature of 15°C, while the coldest months are July and August, with an average of 7°C. Average annual precipitation for Turangi is 1043 mm.

What are my options for getting around Turangi while staying in a motel?

We’ve gathered some information about getting around Turangi to help you navigate your stay: Fly into Taupo (TUO), which is located 22.6 mi (36.4 km) from the city centre. If you'd like to venture out around the area, you may want a rental car for your journey.

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Featured Motels in Turangi

Settlers Motel

24 Te Arahori Street, Turangi

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This family-friendly Turangi motel is located near the airport, within 3 mi (5 km) of Turangi i-SITE Visitor Centre, Tongariro National Trout Centre and Lake ...

4.4/5 Excellent! (262 reviews)

"The hostess was very helpful in showing us the different locations around we required also the unit was the cleaniest place i had stay at an we had a spa while we were there it was the cleanest spa also the best ive ever had. 5star clean"

Reviewed on 16 Aug. 2021

Turangi Bridge Motel

4600 State Highway 1, Turangi

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Situated on the riverwalk, this motel is 0.6 mi (0.9 km) from Turangi i-SITE Visitor Centre and 3 mi (4.9 km) from Tongariro National Trout Centre. Tongariro ...

4.3/5 Excellent! (229 reviews)

"Very helpful and considerate staff. Room facilities a bit tired,, but it was a pet friendly room and was beautifully clean and comfy. Couldn't get t.v. to work."

Reviewed on 5 Oct. 2021

Tokaanu Lodge Motel

112 Mangaroa St, Tokaanu, R.D. 1, Tokaanu, Waikato

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Situated near the boardwalk, this motel is 0.2 mi (0.3 km) from Tokaanu Thermal Pools and 2.9 mi (4.7 km) from Tongariro National Park. Lake Taupo is 1.1 mi ...

4.5/5 Wonderful! (41 reviews)

"A very comfortable and enjoyable stay. Spacious and excellent value for money."

Reviewed on 28 May 2021

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Judges Pool Motel

92 Taupahi Road, Turangi

Located near to the slopes, this Turangi motel is situated in the mountains, 0.4 mi (0.6 km) from Turangi i-SITE Visitor Centre and is convenient for winter ...

4.4/5 Wonderful! (360 reviews)

"Warm, clean, cosy and great location for exploring the area. BBQ area is great"

Reviewed on 24 Jul. 2021

Motuoapa Bay Motels

58 State Highway 1, Motuoapa

Situated in Motuoapa, this motel is 0.2 mi (0.3 km) from Lake Taupo and within 9 miles (15 km) of Turangi i-SITE Visitor Centre and Tongariro National Trout ...

3.9/5 Good! (9 reviews)

"Value: Great deal; Service: Outstanding; Cleanliness: Beautiful;"

Reviewed on 27 Dec. 2014

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Tongariro River Motel

Corner State Hwy 1 & Piri & Taupahi Rd, PO BOX 2, Turangi

Situated in Turangi, this motel is 0.3 mi (0.5 km) from Turangi i-SITE Visitor Centre and 2.9 mi (4.6 km) from Tongariro National Trout Centre. Tongariro National ...

4.5/5 Wonderful! (13 reviews)

"A good local. Helpful owners."

Reviewed on 1 May 2019

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Parklands Motorlodge

25 Te Arahori Street, Turangi, North Island

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Situated in Turangi, this golf motel is 0.1 mi (0.2 km) from Turangi i-SITE Visitor Centre and within 3 miles (5 km) of Tongariro National Trout Centre and Lake ...

4.3/5 Excellent! (231 reviews)

"Good place to stay"

Reviewed on 17 Jul. 2021

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Turangi Leisure Lodge

Ngawaka Place, Turangi

4.5/5 Wonderful! (49 reviews)

"Lovely and warm, awesome staff, great location."

Reviewed on 13 Oct. 2021

Tongariro Lodge

83 Grace Road, Turangi

4.3/5 Excellent! (249 reviews)

"Staff very friendly and accomodating. Great location easy access to river walkways. Second time staying there, will be back again in the future. Home away from home."

Reviewed on 20 Sep. 2021

Turangi Holiday Park

13 Te Reiti Tamara Grove, Turangi

3.3/5 (46 reviews)

"The lady who checked us in was FANTASTIC! She was helpful and friendly and told us everything we needed to know. For an extra $10 we were provided with linen - and she even made the beds for us! AMAZING! Please be aware that (outside the service) what you are paying for is what you will get. The ..."

Reviewed on 18 Jul. 2021

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Frequently asked questions

Settlers Motel: Enjoy the in-room kitchen, and freebies including WiFi and self-parking. Turangi Bridge Motel: Free WiFi, free parking and a sauna are available during your stay. Judges Pool Motel: Enjoy access to the terrace, and freebies including WiFi and self-parking. Tongariro River Motel: Free WiFi and free parking are available during your stay, along with room amenities such as a kitchen. Parklands Motorlodge: Enjoy access to the sauna, and freebies including WiFi and self-parking.

expedia verified reviews

5/5 Excellent

"Lovely and warm, awesome staff, great location."

A verified traveller stayed at Turangi Leisure Lodge

Posted 2 months ago

5/5 Excellent

Fantastic location beautiful house

"Paddle the river and takeout at your house. Great trip will be back for more. House has everything and is very clean. It's a bargain"

A verified traveller stayed at Tongariro Riverside holiday house

Posted 3 months ago

5/5 Excellent

"Staff very friendly and accomodating. Great location easy access to river walkways. Second time staying there, will be back again in the future. Home away from home. "

A verified traveller stayed at Tongariro Lodge

Posted 3 months ago

5/5 Excellent

Visitor from Rotorua.

"I found the Golden Fern Backpackers suitable for my 2 night stay there. For the price of accommodation I found it very reasonable with clean rooms and ablution blk and a tidy common area to partake in food, and Kitchen and lounge area to relax and watch TV.. I ;ll be back."

A verified traveller stayed at Tongariro River Retreat

Posted 4 months ago

5/5 Excellent

A verified traveller stayed at Settlers Motel

Posted 4 months ago

5/5 Excellent

Wonderful getaway spot

"Fantastic place to stay! Lovely hosts and warm comfortable house. Very handy to the mountain and the hotpools which was ideal for us. Would definitely stay here again!"

A verified traveller stayed at Self contained privacy

Posted 4 months ago

5/5 Excellent

"Proximity to river, warm, great matress and shower."

A verified traveller stayed at Turangi Bridge Motel

Posted 4 months ago

Take time out in Turangi - family friendly

5/5 Excellent

Cosy stay

"We unfortunately got bad weather for our stay but stayed nice and cosy with the wood fire and oil heaters. Lovely little place had everything that we needed for our stay with our two kids and was close to supermarket etc. Thanks!"

A verified traveller stayed at Take time out in Turangi - family friendly

Posted 5 months ago

5/5 Excellent

Fantastic

"Fantastic property, amazing location by the river. Cosy and comfortable, had everything we needed."

A verified traveller stayed at Turangi Trout Lodge

Posted 5 months ago

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