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Tawhiri Apartment, Waiouru.

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Guests can enjoy a scenic view from the deck, which leads to a building with large windows.
Surrounded by lush greenery and a tranquil atmosphere, this serene outdoor space offers a peaceful retreat.
Relax on a comfortable sofa with a striped and solid red cushion, surrounded by a potted plant and a cozy rug.
Cozy living area with a sofa, chair, and television.
Cozy retreat with a large bed, two nightstands, and a warm ambiance.

Reviews

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire condo

1 bedroom1 bathroomSleeps 4

Popular amenities

  • Air conditioning
  • Parking available
  • Free WiFi
The current price is AU$184
includes taxes & fees
17 Aug - 18 Aug

About this property

Entire place

You'll have the entire condo to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party.

Tawhiri Apartment, Waiouru.

Tawhiri means welcome, and so do we.
Tawhiri-matea is the atua of wind and weather - you stand a good chance of meeting him when you stay in Waiouru.
Tawhiri may be the easiest place in New Zealand to find; we are the first gate you see when you come into Waiouru from Ohakune; the last gate before the 100kph sign as you leave.
You won't find anything else like this in Waiouru - self-contained comfort with a spectacular view of Ruapehu from your own deck. The Adventure Highway starts at our gate and the adventures you will find on it are limited only by the time you have to spare. Explore New Zealand's history and your family's connections with it at the National Army Museum, or explore the geographic marvels of the Ruapehu District and the Tongariro World Heritage Area. Easy access to skiing, fishing and hunting - and the highest 18-hole golf course in New Zealand is only minutes away.

Extras: Cleaning (Required, NZ$42.00 per stay); Linen (included);

Property manager

RossM936

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Property amenities

Ski

  • Close to skiing

Internet

  • Available in the condo: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Parking on site

Food and drink

  • Oven
  • Paper towels
  • Refrigerator

Bedrooms

  • Bedroom
  • Bedsheets provided
  • Sofa bed

Bathroom

  • 1 bathroom
  • Hair dryer
  • Shampoo
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Living room

Entertainment

  • TV with cable/satellite channels

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoke-free property

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board

Things to do

  • Fishing nearby
  • Golfing nearby
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby
  • Horseback riding nearby
  • Mountain biking nearby

Safety features

  • Carbon monoxide detector not reported (host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector)
  • Smoke detector not reported (host has not indicated whether there is a smoke detector on the property)

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9.8 out of 10, Exceptional, 46 reviews
The price is AU$247
includes taxes & fees
7 Aug - 8 Aug
Tawhiri Cottage, Waiouru

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 3:00 PM

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions

Pets

Pets not allowed

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome

Important information

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector with you on the trip
Host has not indicated whether there is a smoke detector on the property
This property is managed through our partner, Vrbo. You will receive an email from Vrbo with a link to a Vrbo account, where you can change or cancel your reservation

Property is also known as

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About the area

Map
Waiouru, Waiouru

What's nearby

  • National Army Museum Te Mata Toa - 10 min walk - 0.9 km
  • Big Carrot - 22 min drive - 33.0 km
  • Ohakune i-SITE Visitor Information Centre - 23 min drive - 33.3 km
  • Ohakune Old Coach Road - 28 min drive - 36.2 km
  • Turoa Ski Area - 51 min drive - 56.2 km

Restaurants

  • ‪Rustic Eating House - ‬5 min walk
  • ‪Angkorwat Bakery & Coffee Shop - ‬8 min walk
  • ‪Mountain View Cafe Bar - ‬6 min walk
  • ‪Subway - ‬5 min walk
  • ‪Aldo's Cafe - ‬6 min walk

Frequently asked questions

Is Tawhiri Apartment, Waiouru. pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much does it cost to stay at Tawhiri Apartment, Waiouru.?

As of 6 Aug 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Tawhiri Apartment, Waiouru. on 17 Aug 2025 start from AU$184.20, including taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

What time is check-in at Tawhiri Apartment, Waiouru.?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Tawhiri Apartment, Waiouru.?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Tawhiri Apartment, Waiouru. located?

Situated in Waiouru, this condo building is 0.5 mi (0.8 km) from National Army Museum Te Mata Toa and within 20 miles (32 km) of Big Carrot and Ohakune i-SITE Visitor Information Centre. Tongariro National Park and Ohakune Disc Golf are also within 20 miles (32 km).

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Tawhiri Apartment, Waiouru. Reviews

Reviews

9.4

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 25 out of 36 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 9 out of 36 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 2 out of 36 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 36 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 36 reviews

9.6/10

Cleanliness

8.0/10

Amenities

8.0/10

Property conditions & facilities

8.0/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

8/10 Good

John

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
Was very warm - comfortable great location views of mountain unobstructed -plenty of off road parking. Would stay there again
Stayed 4 nights in May 2025

8/10 Good

Justine C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Overnight stay

Perfect little spot to stay for a night Awesome owners great communicator
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Curtis J.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Amazing place

Tawhiri is an amazing place to stay, great views and a great host!

10/10 Excellent

Cameron B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great View

very nice place with the most amazing view of the mountain.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Alaina P.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Tawhiri

Great over night accomodation
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2024

8/10 Good

Bronwyn H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Private, convenient & scenic

Friendly, communicative host. Within walking distance of shops, restaurants and army museum. Great view.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2024

8/10 Good

Agnes A.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location
Disliked: Listing accuracy

Mrs

We enjoy our stay .
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Sheena V.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Peaceful

It was very neat tidy and peaceful
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Andrew H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Warm and cosy

Fantastic place, great location, the host was awesome, always ready to help, really appreciated. Great view from the deck. Very happy.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2023

6/10 Okay

Amanda L.

Liked: Check-in, communication, location

Comfortable

Super comfy bed. Great heating. No soundproofing
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2024

8/10 Good

Geoff T.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Comfortable with Beautifull Views

Warm, comfortable and well appointed. The views were also beautifull. However access to the accomodation was difficult and we struggled to get our large suitcases from the parking area across the gap driveway to the entrance.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2023

10/10 Excellent

Jennifer L.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Beautiful mountain view stay

We loved staying here and wish we could've stayed a few more days! Ross was so welcoming from the moment we got there. The views were gorgeous and the house was lovely. I would recommend sleeping with earplugs as there is a train the goes by at night, but otherwise the stay was fantastic. Would definitely stay here again.
View of Mount Ruapehu from the house.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

angus a.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Sharlene L.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great little place to stay

Really enjoyed my stay. Ross the host was very friendly and the property was very clean. Would recommend to others and would definitely stay there again :)
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2024

8/10 Good

Sally M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, listing accuracy

very clean and tidy

Clean and tidy
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

Daryl P., Blenheim

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Gone the extra mile with a smile

We arrived early for check-in after a long journey, but we were met with a smile and allowed to check in. Ross went the extra mile, helping us with a few extras along the way and lots of local knowledge. The place was neat and well appointed. We had very cold weather but had ample bedding and heating. We would highly recommend.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

Joshua L.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Awesome

Was a nice warm little place to stay for myself partner and kids. Can't wait to head back down this way and stay again
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

Angel E.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great place

Great little place, everything that we needed was there, gorgeous views, would definitely stay again if in the area
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2022

10/10 Excellent

Regan B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Thanks

It was a great place to stay at. Don't expect too much from the second bed, but heating and kitchen and TV and parking etc are excellent.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2021

10/10 Excellent

Abir R.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great mountain view

Very easy to find this house just by state highway. Nice snow mountain view. Wifi works fast. House is clean.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2021

10/10 Excellent

Danielle Y., Wellington

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Comfortable

Small little place just as pictured great view and fairly close to everything would stay again

10/10 Excellent

Andrea M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Awesome thanks

Easy to find, great space, clean and tidy, nice and warm, friendly and helpful owner have stayed at this property before and will again
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2021

10/10 Excellent

Ansley K.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Really nice place to stay. Owner is lovely, very homely and nice to relax

Very easy process with booking. Very well looked after property.

10/10 Excellent

Rita Michelle p.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Comfortable family stay

Ross was an excellent host, will always go back to him. Cheers Ross

10/10 Excellent

Sheena T.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

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