Putaruru Hotel

Property class: 3

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Located close to Te Waihou Walkway, Putaruru Hotel provides a terrace, a coffee shop/cafe, and a garden. The on-site local and international cuisine bistro, The Cook, offers breakfast, brunch, lunch, dinner, and garden views. In addition to laundry facilities and a bar, guests can connect to free in-room WiFi.

Reviews

6.4 out of 10

Popular amenities

  • Parking included
  • Free WiFi
  • Breakfast available
  • Business services
  • Bar

Room options

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View all photos for Standard Single Room with Shower

A bedroom with a bed, a window with a view, a sink, and a small trash bin.

Standard Single Room with Shower

  • 12 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Twin Bed

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A hotel room with a bed, a chair, a TV, a window, and a bathroom.

Standard Double Room

  • 18 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Double Bed

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A hotel room with a bed, a desk with a computer, a TV, and a large window with a view of the outside.

Standard Queen Room

  • Garden view
  • 22 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Queen Bed

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A room with a bed, a sofa, a blue rug, a fireplace, and a radiator.

Basic Apartment, 2 Bedrooms

  • Garden view
  • 40 sq m
  • 3 bedrooms
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Queen Bed and 2 Twin Beds

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A bedroom with a large bed, a nightstand, a chair, and a window.

Budget Double Room

  • 20 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Double Bed

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Two single beds with black frames and white bedding, a small wooden nightstand between them, and a light switch on the wall.

Budget Twin Room

  • 22 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 2 Twin Beds

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A small, narrow hotel room with a single bed, a window with a view, a radiator, and a small wooden cabinet.

Budget Single Room

  • 22 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Twin Bed

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A room with two single beds, a television mounted on the wall, and a window with a view of the outside.

Standard Twin Room

  • 20 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 2 Twin Beds

About the neighborhood

Putaruru is home to Putaruru Hotel. Hobbiton Movie Set is a popular attraction and the area's natural beauty can be seen at Te Waihou Walkway and Hamilton Gardens. Rotorua i-SITE Visitor Centre is another place to visit that comes recommended. Take an opportunity to explore the area for outdoor excitement like hiking/biking trails. Visit our Putaruru travel guide
Map
79 Princes Street, Putaruru, Waikato, 3411

What's nearby

  • Constance Tulloch Reserve
    3 min walk - 0.3 km
  • Putaruru Public Library
    3 min walk - 0.3 km
  • Putaruru Water Park
    6 min walk - 0.6 km
  • Glenshea Park
    8 min walk - 0.7 km
  • Barnett Street Reserve
    10 min walk - 0.9 km

Getting around

  • Hamilton (HLZ-Hamilton Intl.)
    49 min drive

Restaurants

  • La More Sweets
    8 min drive
  • Cabage Tree Cafe
    9 min drive
  • The Wooden Farmer
    14 min walk
  • Putaruru Hotel
    1 min walk
  • The Oxford Cafe
    9 min drive

About this property

Putaruru Hotel

  • Hotel near Te Waihou Walkway
  • Take advantage of a terrace, a coffee shop/cafe, and a garden at Putaruru Hotel. The on-site local and international cuisine bistro, The Cook, offers breakfast, brunch, lunch, dinner, and garden views. Free in-room WiFi is available to all guests, along with laundry facilities and a bar.
  • Additional perks include:
    • Free self parking
    • Cooked-to-order breakfast (surcharge), wedding services, and a banquet hall
    • A TV in the lobby, 1 meeting room, and smoke-free premises
    • Guest reviews speak highly of the helpful staff
  • Room features
  • All guestrooms at Putaruru Hotel include amenities such as free WiFi.
  • Other amenities include:
    • Mini fridges and irons/ironing boards
    • Heating and daily housekeeping

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Frequently asked questions

Is Putaruru Hotel pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much is parking?

Self parking is free at this property; nearby parking is also free.

What time is check-in at Putaruru Hotel?

Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; Check-in end time: 8:30 PM. Late check-in is available during limited hours.

What time is check-out at Putaruru Hotel?

Check-out is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Putaruru Hotel located?

Situated in Putaruru, this hotel is 3.3 mi (5.3 km) from Te Waihou Walkway and 19.2 mi (30.8 km) from Hobbiton Movie Set.

Can I cancel my reservation for free and receive a full refund?

Yes, this property offers free cancellation on select room rates, because flexibility matters! Please refer to the property cancellation policy on our site for more details about any exclusions or requirements.

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Reviews

Putaruru Hotel Reviews

6.4

7.0

Cleanliness

7.8

Location

7.2

Staff & service

5.4

Property conditions & facilities
Rating 10 - Excellent. 29 out of 183 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 53 out of 183 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 43 out of 183 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 38 out of 183 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 20 out of 183 reviews

Reviews

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8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Room and bed plus toilet were very clean.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2026
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8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Clean room, comfortable bed, old but met my needs.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2026
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8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Putaruru Hotel has been a convenient, easy and affordable stop for me on my travels between Wellington and Northland, close to the main road. It is good to see the property being renovated and upgraded. My room was basic, but newly refurbished, and very clean. The bed was comfortable. It worked well.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2026
Verified review

6/10 Okay

Liked: Staff & service
Simple tidy room, lots of parkimg, close to shops walking distance, firm comfortable bed, nice coffee from Mai Kana Restaurant. Only issue was loud noise from extractor fan coming from pub which disrupted sleep.
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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Beautiful old place Renovations coming along nicely Good shower Looking forward to visiting again Don’t expect luxury - but a clean, no fuss bed for the night
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025
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8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities
Close to restaurants and quiet
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024
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8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Clean room with the grand old tile character. Street parking with security cameras. Electronic glass doors. Trains and logging trucks pass in area and noisy as well as odd loud car. Tea coffee whitener jug provided. Also small guest kitchen area.TV lacked rabbit ear signal. Online booking and quick simple ask for key on arrival and deposit in container on check out.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Room was great. I've stayed in places for over double the price and they reeked of cheap cleaning products. This place was clean and had a neutral smell. Owners were helpful and sorted out any problems I raised. The building is an experience in it's self. Would definitely come back if I'm able too.
Stayed 7 nights in Jan 2026
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6/10 Okay

Liked: Cleanliness
Disliked: Staff & service
Lovely old hotel under renovation atm. Stayed in renovated room, all ok.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2024
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6/10 Okay

Liked: Cleanliness
Disliked: Property conditions & facilities
Staff was friendly but the hotel is in poor physical shape. Missing bulbs, loose door handles and a discolored toilet. No hooks in the bathroom. Location was compelling 2hr drive from AKL and near caves, hot springs etc. but if itinerary permits, I would suggest staying in Rotorua instead.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2025
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8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Very reasonable cost for a comfortable stay, but may not suit others used to luxury accommodation. Would be great to see the hotel restored to former glory.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2023
Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness
the room was very clean. We have stayed here before and were curious as to what had been done. The new owners have only recently taken over and they certainly have their work cut out. The hotel has great potential and we are happy someone is doing it up. If you are planning to stay be aware it is a work site and does not have all the amenities of a hotel, but the owners and staff are friendly the rooms are clean and the beds comfortable. we had dinner in the bistro which was good we were able to purchase wine and beer from across the road as they do not serve alcohol. we will visit again to see how they progress.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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Work in progress but a beautiful old same with exceptional service from staff . Excellent experience
Stayed 2 nights in May 2024
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8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness
The hotel was rather faded but accomodation was clean, staff were friendly and price was excellent. thank you
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2024
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6/10 Okay

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
This place was nice enough. Room was quiet and clean and a good place to stop off for the night. Staff were very friendly and helpful. There was a communal kitchen area that had seen better days but was clear the staff were trying to make the place better through renovations. Parking across the street was fantastic. Good place to stay on a budget.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2024
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8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
It was a grand old lady in its day and is now being restored. Clean and tidy. Shower had good pressure. Walking distance shops.
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2024
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10/10 Excellent

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Andrew was very helpful especially with our check in being after hours.Thank you Andrew
Stayed 1 night in May 2024
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8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
We had a great overnight stay. The bed was comfortable and the sheets were soft and clean. The pillows were just right! The building and the street outside were quiet. The windows opened to let in fresh air. The building is very old and you can sense that with the attention now, it will regain its glory and again be a great place to stay. Overall a good stay - not high end but the staff and good sleep made it great.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2024
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10/10 Excellent

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Close to all essential shops made easier being a 5min walk to takeaways, dairy and superette Excellent customer service A . Mrs LOVED the deep bath. We really enjoyed our stay and will be booking again in the future. Highly recommend. Thanks team for our stay.🙂
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2023
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6/10 Okay

Disliked: Property conditions & facilities
Clean. Friendly staff. In urgent need of modernization, or tidied up. Has potential. But for the price it's reasonable value.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2025
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6/10 Okay

Disliked: Amenities, property conditions & facilities
Room was clean and tidy and Staff helpful. Noisy nearby traffic but otherwise okay for money paid
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2024
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6/10 Okay

Disliked: Cleanliness

Sharon palace!

For the price per night you could not complain,hotel has only just been sold and new owners are up dating it room by room ,our 2 rooms one had been done and was fine ,the other not so good but bedding was new and shower was good ,very old classic hotel , should be good when all done up , best of luck to new owners keep up the good work
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2024
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8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Pretty nice overall. Lovely front desk guy, felt safe at the hotel. Just had trouble with being able to lock our door which was a little scary.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2024
Verified review

6/10 Okay

Liked: Cleanliness
Disliked: Staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Building just a little run down, we had curtains that didnt fit the windows and broken windows just taped up with masking tape and paint peeling off the surfaces. Bed was comfortable and clean and tidy
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024
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6/10 Okay

Liked: Staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The room we had was very nice especially for the price, it’s mostly the decoration from outside but for a night or two it’s absolutely fine! Only problem we had : no power on the plug to be able to charge our phones for all the night. Otherwise, the staff is super nice and welcoming I really appreciate it!
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2023