Taumarunui Travel Guide

Tourist Guide

A red and black statue with intricate designs on a building facade.
A river winding through a valley with dense forests and rolling hills.
A red wooden structure with intricate carvings, set against a backdrop of dense green forest.
A mountainous landscape with rolling hills and a prominent mountain peak in the distance.
A grassy hillside with trees and a road.

Our guide on where to stay in Taumarunui

Find the best Taumarunui areas for the activities you enjoy most.

Manunui

If you're spending some time in Manunui, Whakapapa and Whanganui River Confluence and Epic Cycle Adventures are top sights worth seeing.

Hikumutu

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

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.

Alexander Motel

Alexander Motel

3 out of 5
6 Marae Street Taumarunui
The price is AU$137 per night from 6 July to 7 July
AU$137
6 July - 7 July
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this motel in Taumarunui. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and breakfast (surcharge). Popular attractions Rangaroa Domain and Taumarunui Domain are located ...
8.4/10 Very good! (172 reviews)
"Staff were wonderful. The property is a bit tired and we had trouble working the tv (manager came to our rescue). Room was cold and the heating wasn’t adequate, however the bonus was electric blankets."

Reviewed on 16 May 2026

Alexander Motel
Central Park Motor Inn

Central Park Motor Inn

3 out of 5
5/7 Maata Street Taumarunui
The price is AU$173 per night from 5 July to 6 July
AU$173
5 July - 6 July
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this golf motel in Taumarunui. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and breakfast (surcharge). Popular attractions Taumarunui Domain and Hakiaha Street are ...
8/10 Very good! (49 reviews)
"Will stay again, clean unit and friendly staff."

Reviewed on 4 May 2026

Central Park Motor Inn
Funski Lodge, sleeps 10, Where Adventure Begins

Funski Lodge, sleeps 10, Where Adventure Begins

Taumarunui Manawatu-Whanganui
Stay at this holiday home in Taumarunui. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, a garden and laundry facilities. Popular attractions Taumarunui Domain and Rangaroa Domain are located ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (3 reviews)
"The amenities were in good condition"

Reviewed on 23 Dec 2025

Funski Lodge, sleeps 10, Where Adventure Begins
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.
Funski Lodge, sleeps 10, Where Adventure Begins

Funski Lodge, sleeps 10, Where Adventure Begins

Taumarunui Manawatu-Whanganui
Stay at this holiday home in Taumarunui. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, a garden and laundry facilities. Popular attractions Taumarunui Domain and Rangaroa Domain are located ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (3 reviews)
"The amenities were in good condition"

Reviewed on 23 Dec 2025

Funski Lodge, sleeps 10, Where Adventure Begins
Hilltop retreat overlooking the Old Forgotten Highway in adventure playground

Hilltop retreat overlooking the Old Forgotten Highway in adventure playground

Taumarunui King Country
Stay at this holiday home in Taumarunui. Enjoy a garden, laundry facilities and patios. Popular attractions Taumarunui Domain and Rangaroa Domain are located ...
10/10 Exceptional! (6 reviews)
"As a retired couple it met all our needs- a well set up, quiet and cared about property with beautiful country views, bird song and environment."

Reviewed on 15 Dec 2025

Hilltop retreat overlooking the Old Forgotten Highway in adventure playground
Pukawa Villas (Formerly Oreti Village Resort)

Pukawa Villas (Formerly Oreti Village Resort)

4 out of 5
88 Pukawa Road Pukawa
Stay at this aparthotel in Pukawa. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and breakfast (surcharge). Popular attractions Tokaanu Thermal Pools and River Vineyard are ...
9.8/10 Exceptional! (9 reviews)
"We had a lovely stay at Pukawa Village. Our apartment, 15A, overlooked a beautiful garden and the stunning Lake Taupō, making every morning and evening feel incredibly special. The surroundings were so serene and peaceful , truly the perfect place to relax and unwind. Honestly, the view and atmosphere ..."

Reviewed on 7 June 2026

Pukawa Villas (Formerly Oreti Village Resort)
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.

Stay near popular Taumarunui attractions