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High-angle view of a rural farm, featuring buildings, pastures, and a mountain backdrop. Tranquil countryside scene. WAIOURU, MANAWATU-WANGANUI, NEW ZEALAND
High-angle view of a rural farm, featuring buildings, pastures, and a mountain backdrop. Tranquil countryside scene. WAIOURU, MANAWATU-WANGANUI, NEW ZEALAND
Mt Ruapehu shot from the Desert Rd 5 kms North of Waiouru.

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Waiouru Welcome Inn

Waiouru Welcome Inn

3 out of 5
2 Ngauruhoe St. Waiouru Manawatu - Wanganui
Stay at this motel in Waiouru. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and laundry facilities. Our guests praise the helpful staff in their reviews. Popular attraction ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (128 reviews)
They "said" they had an electrical issue and contacted Expedia to tell me that "they put me up" in the "roadside motel" across the street. First, I did not receive any communication from Expedia, so, did they actually call them? Secondly, the hotel had my phone number and email, THEY could have contacted ...

Reviewed on 13 Feb 2026

Waiouru Welcome Inn
Tawhiri Cottage, Waiouru

Tawhiri Cottage, Waiouru

Waiouru Waiouru
The price is NZ$268 per night from 23 Feb to 24 Feb
NZ$268
23 Feb - 24 Feb
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this cottage in Waiouru. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, laundry facilities and patios. Popular attraction National Army Museum Te Mata Toa is located nearby.
9.8/10 Exceptional! (51 reviews)
Beautiful cozy place to stay with a great view of Ruapehu. Host was very accommodating, would highly recommend.

Reviewed on 27 Jan 2026

Tawhiri Cottage, Waiouru
Tawhiri Apartment, Waiouru.

Tawhiri Apartment, Waiouru.

Waiouru Waiouru
The price is NZ$199 per night from 28 Feb to 1 Mar
NZ$199
28 Feb - 1 Mar
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this condo in Waiouru. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, patios and cable/satellite TV service. Popular attraction National Army Museum Te Mata Toa is located ...
9.4/10 Exceptional! (37 reviews)
Arrived late for a one night stay. Appreciated flexibility and nice clean place. Would stay again.

Reviewed on 27 Jan 2026

Tawhiri Apartment, Waiouru.
Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.
Tawhiri Cottage, Waiouru

Tawhiri Cottage, Waiouru

Waiouru Waiouru
Stay at this cottage in Waiouru. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, laundry facilities and patios. Popular attraction National Army Museum Te Mata Toa is located nearby.
9.8/10 Exceptional! (51 reviews)
Beautiful cozy place to stay with a great view of Ruapehu. Host was very accommodating, would highly recommend.

Reviewed on 27 Jan 2026

Tawhiri Cottage, Waiouru
Tawhiri Apartment, Waiouru.

Tawhiri Apartment, Waiouru.

Waiouru Waiouru
Stay at this condo in Waiouru. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, patios and cable/satellite TV service. Popular attraction National Army Museum Te Mata Toa is located ...
9.4/10 Exceptional! (37 reviews)
Arrived late for a one night stay. Appreciated flexibility and nice clean place. Would stay again.

Reviewed on 27 Jan 2026

Tawhiri Apartment, Waiouru.
Stunning Waiouru Tiny House - Perf Summer Getaway

Stunning Waiouru Tiny House - Perf Summer Getaway

Waiouru Manawatu-Wanganui
Stay at this holiday home in Waiouru. Popular attraction National Army Museum Te Mata Toa is located nearby.
9.6/10 Exceptional! (5 reviews)
Great place to stay
We chose this place to break up our drive back to Wellington, and it was so clean and comfortable, was a perfect place to stay overnight.

Reviewed on 14 Jan 2024

Stunning Waiouru Tiny House - Perf Summer Getaway
Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.

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Reviews of Waiouru

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As we were back for an Army reunion after 30 odd years for the weekend, understandably the place has changed a lot, but still a lot of good memories. Waiouru will always hold a special place in our hearts. Thank you Waiouru.

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