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.

Where to stay in Taumarunui

Find the best Taumarunui areas for the activities you enjoy most. Learn more about Taumarunui
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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.

A grassy hillside with trees and a road.
Photo by Natalie Robinson
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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 Epic Cycle Adventures are some notable places to visit nearby.

Alexander Motel

Alexander Motel

3 out of 5
6 Marae Street Taumarunui
The price is 2.233.083 ₫ per night from 21 Aug to 22 Aug
2.233.083 ₫
2.568.115 ₫ total
21 Aug - 22 Aug
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 ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (173 reviews)
"It was great hotel. I loved staying there"

Reviewed on 28 Jul 2026

Alexander Motel
Central Park Motor Inn

Central Park Motor Inn

3 out of 5
5/7 Maata Street Taumarunui
The price is 2.615.031 ₫ per night from 21 Aug to 22 Aug
2.615.031 ₫
3.238.024 ₫ total
21 Aug - 22 Aug
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 ...
Central Park Motor Inn
Magpie Cottage - Homestay B&B

Magpie Cottage - Homestay B&B

2 out of 5
37 Rangaroa Road Taumarunui Manawatu-Wanganui
Fully refundable
The price is 2.227.936 ₫ per night from 17 Sept to 18 Sept
2.227.936 ₫
2.562.138 ₫ total
17 Sept - 18 Sept
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this hotel in Taumarunui. Enjoy free breakfast, free parking and a business centre. Popular attractions Rangaroa Domain and Taumarunui Domain are located ...
9/10 Wonderful! (2 reviews)
"Lovely cottage with modern amenities. Welcoming host. Was a cold afternoon and I felt very welcome with a warming log fire."

Reviewed on 4 Jul 2026

Magpie Cottage - Homestay B&B
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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 ...
10/10 Exceptional! (23 reviews)
"We had a wonderful stay here. The room was spacious, spotlessly clean and comfortable, with a bed that made it easy to get a proper night's sleep. The views were the real highlight"

Reviewed on 16 Aug 2026

Pukawa Villas (Formerly Oreti Village Resort)
Alpine Chalets

Alpine Chalets

3 out of 5
3 Findlay St National Park Village Manawatu-Wanganui
Stay at this apartment in National Park Village. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and a garden. Popular attractions Marton Sash and Door Cycling Park and Raurimu ...
8/10 Very good! (102 reviews)
"Beautiful place to stay in with the meanest view of the mountains!! The owner is very inviting and if you need something she's got you!!!"

Reviewed on 6 Jul 2026

Alpine Chalets
Parkview Apartments

Parkview Apartments

3.5 out of 5
24 Waimarino Tokaanu Rd National Park Village Manawatu-Wanganui
Stay at this apartment in National Park Village. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and a garden. Popular attractions Marton Sash and Door Cycling Park and Raurimu ...
9.4/10 Exceptional! (54 reviews)
"Lovely quiet location, comfortable, clean and spacious. Loved our stay."

Reviewed on 9 Mar 2026

Parkview Apartments
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Stay near popular Taumarunui attractions

Whakapapa and Whanganui River Confluence

8.4/10 (18 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.
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