Hikumutu Travel Guide

Tourist Guide
Photo by Natalie Robinson
Photo by Natalie Robinson

Popular places to visit

Taumarunui Domain

4.5/5(5 reviews)

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

4.5/5(8 reviews)

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

Raurimu Spiral

4/5(2 reviews)

You can find out about the history of Taumarunui with a stop at Raurimu Spiral. Amble around the area's parks or visit its spas.

Raurimu Spiral

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

5/5(5 reviews)

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

4/5(5 reviews)

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

Activities

One Day Bike Hire

One Day Bike Hire

AU$86
per adult
One Day Bike Hire
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Our pick of the best Hikumutu Hotel Deals

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 AU$265 per night from 6 Jan to 7 Jan
AU$265
includes taxes & fees
6 Jan - 7 Jan
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 Apr. 2024

Tiny House In the Hills - 6 min from Town - Wi-Fi - Rural
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 AU$87 per night from 13 Jan to 14 Jan
AU$87
includes taxes & fees
13 Jan - 14 Jan
Stay at this 3.5-star ski hotel in Tongariro National Park. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff in ...
8.2/10 Very Good! (698 reviews)
This place is hiker friendly!
"I like their packed lunch!"

Reviewed on 14 Dec. 2024

Skotel Alpine Resort
The Park Hotel Ruapehu
The Park Hotel Ruapehu
3 out of 5
6 Millar Street, Tongariro National Park, National Park Village
The price is AU$141 per night from 3 Feb to 4 Feb
AU$141
includes taxes & fees
3 Feb - 4 Feb
Stay at this 3-star hotel in National Park Village. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and 2 spa tubs. Our guests praise the restaurant and the helpful staff in ...
8/10 Very Good! (1,000 reviews)
"For a 3* star hotel in the wilderness it was fine"

Reviewed on 3 Jan. 2025

The Park Hotel Ruapehu
Mountain Heights Lodge
Mountain Heights Lodge
3 out of 5
4576 SH 4, National Park Village, Manawatu-Wanganui
The price is AU$170 per night from 27 Jan to 28 Jan
AU$170
includes taxes & fees
27 Jan - 28 Jan
Stay at this 3-star motel in National Park Village. Enjoy free parking, onsite spa services, and daily housekeeping. Our guests praise the helpful staff in our ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (131 reviews)
"We really enjoyed our one night stay at Mountain Heights Lodge. Our room was comfortable and spacious, the continental breakfast was great. Maria and her husband were really great hosts. We wish we could have stayed longer."

Reviewed on 3 Jan. 2025

Mountain Heights Lodge
Adventure Lodge & Motel
Adventure Lodge & Motel
3.5 out of 5
21 Carroll Street, National Park Village
The price is AU$95 per night from 3 Feb to 4 Feb
AU$95
includes taxes & fees
3 Feb - 4 Feb
Stay at this 3.5-star family-friendly B&B in National Park Village. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (241 reviews)
"Well situated for Tonariro crossing. Walked to dining spots. Staff was super friendly and helpful. They have gear and cords to rent of you need it. Rooms are a touch small, though they have everything requ."

Reviewed on 14 Dec. 2024

Adventure Lodge & Motel
Plateau Lodge
Plateau Lodge
3 out of 5
17 Carroll Street, National Park Village
The price is AU$163 per night from 14 Jan to 15 Jan
AU$163
includes taxes & fees
14 Jan - 15 Jan
Stay at this 3-star eco-certified motel in National Park Village. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and breakfast (surcharge). Popular attraction Marton Sash and ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (311 reviews)
Outdoor tub was divine, everything else less so
"I booked the king suite because I wanted to use the outdoor soaking tub. It was divine after a long day of travel. The water was very hot. The tubs are not private - you can be seen from the parking lot and the sidewalk on the public street - so I had to use it with my swimsuit on. The water pressure ..."

Reviewed on 1 Dec. 2024

Plateau Lodge
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Other neighbourhoods around Hikumutu

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Piriaka

While Piriaka isn't home to many top sights, Raurimu Spiral and Taumarunui Domain are some notable places to visit nearby.

Piriaka
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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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Sunshine Settlement

The coffee shops and parks are a few reasons travellers visit Sunshine Settlement. Want to see more of the surrounding area? Taumarunui Domain and Raurimu Spiral are a few top sights nearby.

Sunshine Settlement
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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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Aukopae

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

Aukopae

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