Kirikau Travel Guide
Taumarunui
Popular places to visit
Whakapapa and Whanganui River Confluence
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.
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.
Taumarunui Hospital
If Taumarunui Hospital is what brings you to town, hopefully you'll have a chance to explore more of Taumarunui.
Taumarunui Domain
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.
Hakiaha Street
Find out about the history of Taumarunui when you take a trip to Hakiaha Street. Amble around the area's parks or visit its spas.
Taumarunui Golf Course
Enjoy a round of golf in Taumarunui at Taumarunui Golf Course. Amble around the area's parks or visit its spas.
Top hotels in Kirikau
The Park Hotel Ruapehu
Everything from check in, to the room and staff were absolutely lovely the stay was so great after the Tongariro hike, the room was cosy, the restaurant was a great vibe and atmosphere loved everything and would definitely recommend.
Reviewed on 16 May 2026
Mountain Heights Lodge
Was only an overnight stay on drive down south, but found the motel very pleasant, with a homely vibe.
Reviewed on 8 May 2026
Plateau Lodge
Comfortable bed, nice bathroom
Reviewed on 13 May 2026
Pipers Lodge
Staff good but rooms and facilities a bit dilapidated. breakfast appreciated
Reviewed on 12 Feb 2026
Adventure Lodge & Motel
The staff and the owner were very friendly and helpful. I'm very glad I stayed here.
Reviewed on 28 Apr 2026
The Crossing Lodge and Backpackers
The bedsheets is a little smelly to my standards but all in all it is a nice place to stay. Value for money. It has everything you need. The kitchen has everything and it is clean. Warm showers and clean toilets. It is very near to Tongariro national park so the location is very good! ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️
Reviewed on 5 Apr 2026
Other neighbourhoods around Kirikau
Hikumutu
When in Hikumutu, you can plan a visit to Taumarunui Domain and Epic Cycle Adventures, some noteworthy sights in the nearby area.
Sunshine Settlement
The coffee shops and parks are a few reasons travellers visit Sunshine Settlement. Want to see more of the surrounding area? Rangaroa Domain and Hakiaha Street are a few top sights nearby.
Piriaka
While Piriaka isn't home to many top sights, Whakapapa and Whanganui River Confluence and Epic Cycle Adventures are some notable places to visit nearby.
Manunui
If you're spending some time in Manunui, Whakapapa and Whanganui River Confluence and Epic Cycle Adventures are top sights worth seeing.
