Taumarunui

Travel Guide

Photo by Natalie Robinson
Photo by Natalie Robinson
Photo by Natalie Robinson
Photo by Natalie Robinson

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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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 Rangaroa Domain 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
Central Park Motor Inn
Central Park Motor Inn
3 out of 5
5/7 Maata Street, Taumarunui
The price is SAR 383 per night from May 9 to May 10
SAR 383
SAR 475 total
includes taxes & fees
9 May - 10 May
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! (38 reviews)
Decent option in the Big T
"Short notice booking in Taumaranui, options are limited but plumbed for this motel and quite happy with the result. No prizes for looks or views but otherwise a serviceable and very clean room. Weirdly the vanity doors were coming apart but everything else was v good."

Reviewed on 19 April 2025

Central Park Motor Inn
Alexander Motel
Alexander Motel
3 out of 5
6 Marae Street, Taumarunui
The price is SAR 304 per night from May 8 to May 9
SAR 304
SAR 350 total
includes taxes & fees
8 May - 9 May
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! (156 reviews)
2 night stay
"2 night stay to do a Forgotten World adventures rail trip. Old school motel but clean & comfortable. Easy walking distance to main st for eating & shops. Close to Forgotten World adventures to access excursions. No aircon so we kept the bathroom windows propped well open for some fresh air. Convenient ..."

Reviewed on 18 April 2025

Alexander Motel
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 SAR 440 per night from May 8 to May 9
SAR 440
SAR 656 total
includes taxes & fees
8 May - 9 May
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.
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! (3 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.
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
Stay at this vacation home in Taumarunui. Enjoy a garden and air conditioning. Popular attractions Hakiaha Street and Taumarunui Domain are located nearby.
9.6/10 Exceptional! (9 reviews)
Comfy Gem
"Excellent communication. Everything there. Lovely and warm. Served its purpose for our stay. A few fun games of darts were had!"

Reviewed on 13 April 2025

Riverlea Cottage and Art Stay Taumarunui Ruapehu
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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

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

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

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

Epic Cycle Adventures

You can take time to visit Epic Cycle Adventures during your travels to Taumarunui. Amble around the area's parks or visit its spas.

Epic Cycle Adventures

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