Taumarunui

Travel Guide

Photo by Natalie Robinson
Photo by Natalie Robinson

Where to stay in Taumarunui

The lush winter colours of the farmland in the central north island at sunrise.

Hikumutu

While Hikumutu might not have many sights to explore, venturing just a little farther will lead you to top things to see and do like Taumarunui Domain and Epic Cycle Adventures.

Hikumutu
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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.

Manunui
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Kirikau

If you're spending some time in Kirikau, Taumarunui Domain and Tongariro National Park are top sights worth seeing.

Kirikau
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Sunshine Settlement

The coffeehouses and parks are just a few features travelers like about Sunshine Settlement. If you want to do some sightseeing nearby, Taumarunui Domain and Hakiaha Street are a few top places to visit.

Sunshine Settlement
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Aukopae

While visiting Aukopae, you might make a stop by sights like Taumarunui Domain and Pureora Forest Park.

Aukopae
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Piriaka

Piriaka might not have many top sights, but Taumarunui Domain and Whakapapa and Whanganui River Confluence are two attractions nearby that you can check out.

Piriaka
Alexander Motel
Alexander Motel
3 out of 5
6 Marae Street, Taumarunui
The price is AED 288 per night from Apr 18 to Apr 19
AED 288
AED 332 total
includes taxes & fees
18 Apr - 19 Apr
Stay at this 3-star motel in Taumarunui. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and breakfast (surcharge). Popular attractions Rangaroa Domain and Taumarunui Domain ...
8.4/10 Very Good! (154 reviews)
"It met our needs very well, was value for money and very friendly and helpful staff."

Reviewed on 19 March 2025

Alexander Motel
Central Park Motor Inn
Central Park Motor Inn
3 out of 5
5/7 Maata Street, Taumarunui
The price is AED 364 per night from Apr 15 to Apr 16
AED 364
AED 450 total
includes taxes & fees
15 Apr - 16 Apr
Stay at this 3-star motel in Taumarunui. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and breakfast (surcharge). Popular attractions Taumarunui Domain and Hakiaha Street are ...
8/10 Very Good! (35 reviews)
"Awesum stay friendly staff we ended up staying 2 nights and we will be back.comfy beds too"

Reviewed on 9 January 2025

Central Park Motor Inn
Tiny House In the Hills - 6 min from Town - Wi-Fi - Rural
Tiny House In the Hills - 6 min from Town - Wi-Fi - Rural
Hikumutu
The price is AED 417 per night from Apr 22 to Apr 23
AED 417
AED 622 total
includes taxes & fees
22 Apr - 23 Apr
Enjoy patios and in-room fireplaces. Popular attractions Taumarunui Domain and Rangaroa Domain are located nearby.
10/10 Exceptional! (1 review)
Cute place to stay
"Nice place to stay for the night, -- mind your head when you are upstairs. A shame that it's not facing west to take advantage of the evening sun. Even so, very warm -- the fan was definitely needed."

Reviewed on 2 April 2024

Tiny House In the Hills - 6 min from Town - Wi-Fi - Rural
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.
Charming 1920's character filled Bungalow! Modern twist..
Minutes to town
Charming 1920's character filled Bungalow! Modern twist.. Minutes to town
Taumarunui
Stay at this vacation home in Taumarunui. Enjoy cable/satellite TV service, an in-room coffeemaker, and in-room fireplaces. Popular attractions Rangaroa Domain ...
10/10 Exceptional! (2 reviews)
AI is useless
"The property was spectacular and delivered exactly what we had expected and more. That is on the owner. When I could break through the AI chatbot that VRBO provides for feedback the owner was responsive and helpful. When I return to this property I will seek out the owner directly and cut out VRBO. ..."

Reviewed on 18 February 2025

Charming 1920's character filled Bungalow! Modern twist.. Minutes to town
Tiny House In the Hills - 6 min from Town - Wi-Fi - Rural
Tiny House In the Hills - 6 min from Town - Wi-Fi - Rural
Hikumutu
Enjoy patios and in-room fireplaces. Popular attractions Taumarunui Domain and Rangaroa Domain are located nearby.
10/10 Exceptional! (1 review)
Cute place to stay
"Nice place to stay for the night, -- mind your head when you are upstairs. A shame that it's not facing west to take advantage of the evening sun. Even so, very warm -- the fan was definitely needed."

Reviewed on 2 April 2024

Tiny House In the Hills - 6 min from Town - Wi-Fi - Rural
Secluded hilltop retreat with luxury and comfort.
Secluded hilltop retreat with luxury and comfort.
Taumarunui
Stay at this vacation home in Taumarunui. Enjoy free WiFi, a garden, and patios. Popular attractions Taumarunui Domain and Rangaroa Domain are located ...
10/10 Exceptional! (1 review)
Adventure Wonderland
"On theFriday, it was a pleasure and delight to walk into a clean, modern, haven on a hilltop overlooking the Forgotten Highway.After an amazing Saturday on the railway carts and jet boats of Forgotten World Adventures on it was a lovely place to return to."

Reviewed on 28 March 2025

Secluded hilltop retreat with luxury and comfort.
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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