Taumarunui Travel Guide

Tourist Guide

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
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Hikumutu

When in Hikumutu, you can plan a visit to Taumarunui Domain and Epic Cycle Adventures, some noteworthy sights in the nearby area.

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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Piriaka

While Piriaka isn't home to many top sights, Whakapapa and Whanganui River Confluence and Hakiaha Street are some notable places to visit nearby.

Piriaka
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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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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 Hakiaha Street are a few top sights nearby.

Sunshine Settlement
Alexander Motel
Alexander Motel
3 out of 5
6 Marae Street, Taumarunui
The price is AU$163 per night from 29 Mar to 30 Mar
AU$163
includes taxes & fees
29 Mar - 30 Mar
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! (152 reviews)
"It met our needs very well, was value for money and very friendly and helpful staff."

Reviewed on 19 Mar. 2025

Alexander Motel
Central Park Motor Inn
Central Park Motor Inn
3 out of 5
5/7 Maata Street, Taumarunui
The price is AU$192 per night from 7 Apr to 8 Apr
AU$192
includes taxes & fees
7 Apr - 8 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 Jan. 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 AU$267 per night from 29 Mar to 30 Mar
AU$267
includes taxes & fees
29 Mar - 30 Mar
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
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 Feb. 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 Apr. 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 ...
Great.
"Great stay. Comfortable and convenient."

Reviewed on 26 Feb. 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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Reviews of Taumarunui

3.9
Guest rating
5 - Excellent
7
5 - Excellent 26%
4 - Good
12
4 - Good 44%
3 - Okay
7
3 - Okay 26%
2 - Disappointing
1
2 - Disappointing 4%
1 - Terrible
0
1 - Terrible 0%

3/5 - Okay

Kitz

Visit was to brief to have an opinion. We only spent 9hrs there. It seems a good base for lots of scenic activities.

5/5 - Excellent

Verified traveller

Great town

2/5 - Disappointing

Verified traveller

The town is looking as is if the economy is really slow. Many derelict buildings.

3/5 - Okay

Verified traveller

It’s a place that time forgot but some of the locals are trying to bring it back to life

5/5 - Excellent

Verified traveller

Its a nice quiet place and good in between spot to stop

4/5 - Good

Verified traveller

It has a real kiwi small town feel. There are a few hidden gems that you will have to vist to discover for yourselves. The locals know and if you ask nicely they may share a few with you. The bakeries are where sugary dreams come true.....YUM