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

Taumarunui Hospital

If Taumarunui Hospital is what brings you to town, hopefully you'll have a chance to explore more of Taumarunui.

Taumarunui Hospital

Taumarunui Golf Course

5/5(1 review)

Enjoy a round of golf in Taumarunui at Taumarunui Golf Course. Amble around the area's parks or visit its spas.

Taumarunui Golf Course

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

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$258 per night from 28 Oct to 29 Oct
AU$258
28 Oct - 29 Oct
includes taxes & fees
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 Apr 2024

Tiny House In the Hills - 6 min from Town - Wi-Fi - Rural
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$126 per night from 26 Oct to 27 Oct
AU$126
26 Oct - 27 Oct
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 3-star hotel in National Park Village. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and 2 hot tubs. Our guests praise the restaurant and the helpful staff in ...
8.2/10 Very Good! (998 reviews)
"It’s a ski hotel. Convenient for the Whakapapa ski field. Each room has one oil heater."

Reviewed on 29 Sept 2025

The Park Hotel Ruapehu
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$80 per night from 13 Oct to 14 Oct
AU$80
13 Oct - 14 Oct
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 3.5-star family-friendly hotel in Tongariro National Park. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful ...
8.2/10 Very Good! (791 reviews)
"Great location and great stay. Tyson at the front desk was so helpful. Close to the mountain and waterfall hikes."

Reviewed on 3 Oct 2025

Skotel Alpine Resort
Mountain Heights Lodge

Mountain Heights Lodge

3 out of 5
4576 SH 4, National Park Village, Manawatu-Wanganui
The price is AU$151 per night from 26 Oct to 27 Oct
AU$151
26 Oct - 27 Oct
includes taxes & fees
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! (166 reviews)
"Amazing location, nice self-contained units. Our 7 yo was thrilled to have his own room after a week of sharing hotel rooms! Would definitely recommend."

Reviewed on 5 Oct 2025

Mountain Heights Lodge
Pipers Lodge

Pipers Lodge

3 out of 5
18 Millar Street, National Park, National Park Village
Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay
The price is AU$114 per night from 15 Oct to 16 Oct
AU$114
15 Oct - 16 Oct
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 3-star spa lodge in National Park Village. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and free parking. Popular attractions Marton Sash and Door Cycling Park ...
8.4/10 Very Good! (140 reviews)
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Reviewed on 26 Sept 2025

Pipers Lodge
Plateau Lodge

Plateau Lodge

3 out of 5
17 Carroll Street, National Park Village
The price is AU$149 per night from 13 Oct to 14 Oct
AU$149
13 Oct - 14 Oct
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 3-star eco-certified motel in National Park Village. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and breakfast (surcharge). Popular attractions Marton Sash and ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (334 reviews)
"The bath on the covered deck was so luxurious at the end if the day"

Reviewed on 20 Sept 2025

Plateau Lodge
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Other neighbourhoods around Hikumutu

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Piriaka

While Piriaka isn't home to many top sights, Whakapapa and Whanganui River Confluence 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 Hakiaha Street are a few top sights nearby.

Sunshine Settlement

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