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Recommended hotels in Pukawa

A dining area with a wooden table and wicker chairs, a balcony with a view of the sea, and a leather sofa.

1. Pukawa Villas (Formerly Oreti Village Resort)

Pukawa Villas (Formerly Oreti Village Resort)
4.0 star property
Pukawa
10.0 out of 10, Exceptional, (24 reviews)
"Amazing stay, would recommend to anyone. Beautiful room with an amazing view. Super easy check in. Will definitely be staying again!"
Australia
Chloe
The price is AU$196
includes taxes & fees
13 Oct - 14 Oct
Pukawa Villas (Formerly Oreti Village Resort)
A well-maintained lawn with a patio area and a building with a dark roof.

2. Tongariro Lodge

Tongariro Lodge
4.0 star property
Turangi
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (371 reviews)
"All class."
Australia
Robert
The price is AU$217
includes taxes & fees
1 Oct - 2 Oct
Tongariro Lodge
A swimming pool with lounge chairs and a fenced deck area, surrounded by buildings with a simple architectural style.

3. Turangi Leisure Lodge

Turangi Leisure Lodge
2.5 star property
Turangi
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (606 reviews)
"Room was clean with good facilities."
Australia
Libby
The price is AU$104
includes taxes & fees
11 Oct - 12 Oct
Turangi Leisure Lodge
A cozy lounge area with a stone fireplace, leather seating, and a mounted deer head above the mantel.

4. Turangi Bridge Motel

Turangi Bridge Motel
3.5 star property
Turangi
8.2 out of 10, Very good, (608 reviews)
"The room was clean and the staff was very friendly and helpful."
United States
Montana
The price is AU$117
includes taxes & fees
25 Oct - 26 Oct
Turangi Bridge Motel
A modern kitchen with a central island, built-in appliances, and a view of the outdoors.

5. Our Treasure Cottage Retreat at the lake

Our Treasure Cottage Retreat at the lake
Kuratau
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (53 reviews)
"Lovely and relaxing "
New Zealand
Mavis T.
The price is AU$347
includes taxes & fees
26 Sept - 27 Sept
Our Treasure Cottage Retreat at the lake
An outdoor dining area with tables and chairs, umbrellas, and a view of parked cars and greenery.

6. Parklands Motorlodge

Parklands Motorlodge
3.5 star property
Turangi
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (420 reviews)
"Lovely location to stay, helpful and friendly staff, and an excellent restaurant."
Australia
Rod
The price is AU$85
includes taxes & fees
1 Oct - 2 Oct
Parklands Motorlodge
A building with a flat roof, a front entrance, and a signboard.

7. Tongariro River Retreat - Hostel

Tongariro River Retreat - Hostel
4.0 star property
Turangi
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (148 reviews)
"The staff were very helpful. The bed was comfortable and the room tidy. The location was great, right in Turangi township and close to a lot of great activities."
Australia
Tania
The price is AU$46
includes taxes & fees
24 Oct - 25 Oct
Tongariro River Retreat - Hostel
A row of wooden decked cabins with outdoor seating, large windows, and a view of the surrounding greenery.

8. Judges Pool Motel

Judges Pool Motel
3.5 star property
Turangi
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (556 reviews)
"A beautiful location close to the Turangi river. I will definitely be back! Fantastic communal BBQ facilities and lovely host."
Australia
Nicola
The price is AU$159
includes taxes & fees
28 Sept - 29 Sept
Judges Pool Motel
A modern house with a large patio, outdoor seating, and a satellite dish.

9. Perfect accommodation for visiting Tongariro and Southern Lake Taupo

Perfect accommodation for visiting Tongariro and Southern Lake Taupo
Kuratau
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (35 reviews)
"Great stopover"
New Zealand
Vicki S.
The price is AU$368
includes taxes & fees
11 Oct - 12 Oct
Perfect accommodation for visiting Tongariro and Southern Lake Taupo
A rustic wooden structure with a sign, surrounded by a gravel path and stone border, leading into a forested area.

10. The Grove Turangi

The Grove Turangi
3.0 star property
Turangi
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (7 reviews)
The price is AU$222
includes taxes & fees
25 Sept - 26 Sept
The Grove Turangi
A living room with a sliding glass door leading to a deck, a sofa with a cushion, and a small table with a laptop.

11. Welocome to Serendipity

Welocome to Serendipity
Turangi
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (47 reviews)
"Lovely spot and lovely hosts; loved our stay and thoroughly recommended!"
United States
Iain M.
The price is AU$228
includes taxes & fees
27 Sept - 28 Sept
Welocome to Serendipity
A covered patio with a wooden deck, metal table, and chairs.

12. Turangi town, cosy urban retreat with room for all,

Turangi town, cosy urban retreat with room for all,
Turangi
9.8 out of 10, Exceptional, (84 reviews)
"We really enjoyed our stay. The house was so beautifully presented and the beds were very comfortable. We were impressed how clean it was and really appreciated the cozy warm fire. Would highly recommend."
United States
Jan D.
The price is AU$344
includes taxes & fees
11 Oct - 12 Oct
Turangi town, cosy urban retreat with room for all,
A geodesic dome structure with a view of a lake and sunset.

13. Motutere Bay Top 10 Holiday Park

Motutere Bay Top 10 Holiday Park
2.5 star property
Motutere
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (127 reviews)
"The accommodations were fine. We were in the cabin. They are aware of the road noise and provide ear plugs. The room had a musty smell and those next door were loud, but nothing the hotel could do about that."
United States
Aubrey
The price is AU$88
includes taxes & fees
25 Sept - 26 Sept
Motutere Bay Top 10 Holiday Park
A modern house with a large porch, outdoor seating, and a well-maintained garden.

14. River Birches

River Birches
5.0 star property
Turangi
10.0 out of 10, Exceptional, (29 reviews)
"Great place to stay. Will be back!"
Australia
Maiwand
The price is AU$702
includes taxes & fees
28 Sept - 29 Sept
River Birches
A modern building with a flat roof, large windows, and a wooden deck.

15. Stunning, Spacious & Modern Architectural Motuoapa Bach - Sleeps 12

Stunning, Spacious & Modern Architectural Motuoapa Bach - Sleeps 12
Motuoapa
9.8 out of 10, Exceptional, (81 reviews)
"Great spaces and clean"
New Zealand
Dean T.
The price is AU$236
includes taxes & fees
27 Sept - 28 Sept
Stunning, Spacious & Modern Architectural Motuoapa Bach - Sleeps 12
A wooden deck with outdoor furniture, a covered patio, and a house with grey siding.

16. Take time out in Turangi - family friendly

Take time out in Turangi - family friendly
Turangi
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (88 reviews)
"Excellent location for exploring national parks, groceries, restaurant, bike rentals, whitewater kayaking."
Canada
sebastian m.
The price is AU$218
includes taxes & fees
5 Oct - 6 Oct
Take time out in Turangi - family friendly
A modern kitchen with white cabinets, a central island with a sink, and a dining area with a table and chairs.

17. Hirangi cottage

Hirangi cottage
Turangi
8.2 out of 10, Very good, (16 reviews)
"We loved our stay at this wonderful bach. It's a cozy house, safe for our dog to run around and the location was just wonderful, with walking tracks nearby. Paul and Beryl were friendly hosts with great communication. We would come back anytime!"
United States
Christine N.
The price is AU$241
includes taxes & fees
7 Oct - 8 Oct
Hirangi cottage
A circular wooden room with a table and benches, a ladder, and a view of a forest.

18. The Point Villas

The Point Villas
5.0 star property
Acacia Bay
10.0 out of 10, Exceptional, (3 reviews)
"Definitely money worth for the price of the accommodation. "
Australia
Bhawna
The price is AU$2,171
includes taxes & fees
25 Sept - 26 Sept
The Point Villas
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Top Pukawa Hotel Reviews

Tongariro Riverside holiday house

Tongariro Riverside holiday house

10/10 Excellent
"We booked thos property for a small weekend catchup with my brother and partner and to do some fishing.The house was perfect for what we wanted, there were no issues at all regarding our stay and we will happily book this property again.Thank you."
Dale O. 2-night trip
Posted 3 days ago
Tongariro Riverside holiday house

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Pukawa Resort information

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Accommodation
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Lowest Price
AU$46
Highest Price
AU$2,171

Frequently asked questions

What can I expect from a resort holiday in Pukawa?
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What can I do in Pukawa?
Travellers enjoy the water activities such as fishing in Pukawa, and also have good things to say about the skiing and other winter sports. If you're interested in local sights, Lake Taupō, Tokaanu Thermal Pools and Tongariro Alpine Crossing are some places to visit nearby. Additional attractions in the area include Lake Rotopounamu and Tongariro National Trout Centre.
What's the weather like in Pukawa?
The hottest months are usually January and February, with an average temperature of 16°C, while the coldest months are July and August, with an average of 7°C. Average annual precipitation for Pukawa is 1398 mm.
What's the best way to get to and around Pukawa?
Fly into Taupō Airport (TUO), which is located 21.5 mi (34.6 km) away. If you'd like to venture out around the area, you may want to rent a car for your trip.