Taumarunui

Travel Guide

As you drive from Turangi to Taumarunui this view is just beautiful on a clear day. You can see all the way to Mount Taranaki.
As you drive from Turangi to Taumarunui this view is just beautiful on a clear day. You can see all the way to Mount Taranaki.
The lush winter colours of the farmland in the central north island at sunrise.

Where to stay in Taumarunui

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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
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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Piriaka

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

Piriaka
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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
Alexander Motel

Alexander Motel

3 out of 5
6 Marae Street Taumarunui
The price is SAR 342 per night from Jan 15 to Jan 16
SAR 342
SAR 394 total
15 Jan - 16 Jan
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this motel in Taumarunui. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and breakfast (surcharge). Popular attractions Rangaroa Domain and Taumarunui Domain are located ...
8.4/10 Very Good! (160 reviews)
Everything was fine.s

Reviewed on 29 December 2025

Alexander Motel
Central Park Motor Inn

Central Park Motor Inn

3 out of 5
5/7 Maata Street Taumarunui
The price is SAR 366 per night from Jan 15 to Jan 16
SAR 366
SAR 453 total
15 Jan - 16 Jan
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this motel in Taumarunui. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and breakfast (surcharge). Popular attractions Taumarunui Domain and Hakiaha Street are located ...
8/10 Very Good! (46 reviews)
Clean rooms, clean pool, very helpful concierge. The rooms could do with a bit of a paint job and redecorating but totally fine otherwise

Reviewed on 6 January 2026

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 Manawatu-Wanganui
The price is SAR 420 per night from Jan 28 to Jan 29
SAR 420
SAR 626 total
28 Jan - 29 Jan
includes taxes & fees
Enjoy patios and in-room fireplaces. Popular attractions Taumarunui Domain and Rangaroa Domain are located nearby.
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
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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.
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 Manawatu-Wanganui
Enjoy patios and in-room fireplaces. Popular attractions Taumarunui Domain and Rangaroa Domain are located nearby.
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
Riverlea Cottage and Art Stay Taumarunui Ruapehu

Riverlea Cottage and Art Stay Taumarunui Ruapehu

Taumarunui Centrl Plateau
Stay at this vacation home in Taumarunui. Enjoy a garden, laundry facilities, and air conditioning. Popular attractions Hakiaha Street and Taumarunui Domain ...
9.6/10 Exceptional! (13 reviews)
Host met us and gave a quick rundown on things. Very helpful and friendly. Plenty of room and close to town centre.

Reviewed on 15 November 2025

Riverlea Cottage and Art Stay Taumarunui Ruapehu
Funski Lodge, sleeps 10, Where Adventure Begins

Funski Lodge, sleeps 10, Where Adventure Begins

Taumarunui Manawatu-Whanganui
Stay at this vacation home in Taumarunui. Enjoy free WiFi, laundry facilities, and in-room fireplaces. Popular attractions Taumarunui Domain and Rangaroa Domain ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (3 reviews)
The amenities were in good condition

Reviewed on 23 December 2025

Funski Lodge, sleeps 10, Where Adventure Begins
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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

Whakapapa and Whanganui River Confluence

Commune with nature and explore the great outdoors at Whakapapa and Whanganui River Confluence during your travels in Taumarunui. Amble around the area's parks or visit its spas.

Whakapapa and Whanganui River Confluence

Taumarunui Domain

Explore the great outdoors at Taumarunui Domain, a lovely green space in Taumarunui. Make some time to visit the spas while you're in the area.

Taumarunui Domain

Hakiaha Street

Find out about the history of Taumarunui when you take a trip to Hakiaha Street. Amble around the area's parks or visit its spas.

Hakiaha Street

Taumarunui Hospital

Though Taumarunui Hospital might be what brings you to town, perhaps you'll have a chance to explore more of Taumarunui while you are here.

Taumarunui Hospital

Rangaroa Domain

Explore the great outdoors at Rangaroa Domain, a lovely green space in Taumarunui. While you're in the area, wander around the natural setting.

Rangaroa Domain

Taumarunui Golf Course

Enjoy a round of golf in Taumarunui at Taumarunui Golf Course. Amble around the area's parks or visit its spas.

Taumarunui Golf Course