Waiouru Travel Guide

Tourist Guide

Waiouru Welcome Inn

Waiouru Welcome Inn

3 out of 5
2 Ngauruhoe St., Waiouru, Manawatu - Wanganui
The price is NZ$112 per night from 25 Oct to 26 Oct
NZ$112
25 Oct - 26 Oct
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 3-star motel in Waiouru. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and laundry facilities. Our guests praise the helpful staff in our reviews. Popular attraction ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (116 reviews)
"Great views of Mt. Ruapheu volcano. Lovely friendly greeting. Thank you so much."

Reviewed on 28 July 2025

Waiouru Welcome Inn
Skotel Alpine Resort

Skotel Alpine Resort

3.5 out of 5
Whakapapa Village, SH 48, Nagauruhoe Place Mt Ruapehu, Tongariro National Park
The price is NZ$86 per night from 21 Oct to 22 Oct
NZ$86
21 Oct - 22 Oct
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 3.5-star family-friendly hotel in Tongariro National Park. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful ...
8.2/10 Very Good! (794 reviews)
"Check in was easy."

Reviewed on 16 Oct 2025

Skotel Alpine Resort
LKNZ Lodge & Cafe

LKNZ Lodge & Cafe

3.5 out of 5
1 Rata St, Ohakune, Manawatu-Wanganui
The price is NZ$97 per night from 2 Nov to 3 Nov
NZ$97
2 Nov - 3 Nov
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 3.5-star lodge in Ohakune. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and breakfast (surcharge). Popular attractions Big Carrot and Ohakune Disc Golf are located ...
9/10 Wonderful! (69 reviews)
"So very cosy and warm. Sparkling clean. Excellent value."

Reviewed on 30 Sept 2025

LKNZ Lodge & Cafe
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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
Stay at this cottage in Waiouru. Enjoy free WiFi, laundry facilities, and patios. Popular attraction National Army Museum Te Mata Toa is located nearby.
9.8/10 Exceptional! (44 reviews)
"The house is really tidy clean and cozy, the view is amazing! Highly recommended to spend your time there."

Reviewed on 29 Sept 2025

Tawhiri Cottage, Waiouru
Stunning Waiouru Tiny House - Perf Summer Getaway

Stunning Waiouru Tiny House - Perf Summer Getaway

Waiouru
Stay at this vacation home in Waiouru. Popular attraction National Army Museum Te Mata Toa is located nearby.
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
Rocky Mountain Chalets

Rocky Mountain Chalets

3.5 out of 5
20 Rangataua Road (State Highway 49), Ohakune, NZ3
Stay at this 3.5-star golf chalet in Ohakune. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and 3 hot tubs. Popular attractions Big Carrot and Ohakune Disc Golf are located ...
9.8/10 Exceptional! (84 reviews)
"Very friendly helpful staff. Awesome day!"

Reviewed on 9 Oct 2025

Rocky Mountain Chalets
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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.

Popular places to visit

National Army Museum Te Mata Toa

4.5/5(29 reviews)

You can spend time studying the exhibits at National Army Museum Te Mata Toa during your trip to Waiouru. Take in the museums while you're in the area.

National Army Museum Te Mata Toa

Reviews of Waiouru

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4/5 - Good

Verified traveller

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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