Located in Turangi, Riverstone Lodge, a 5-star hostel, offers a shared kitchen, a shared lounge and free WiFi. The property provides garden views and a terrace.
Victoria
United States of America
The owner was gracious. The facilities were well stocked and maintained. We enjoyed meeting other travelers.
Located in Turangi, 30 miles from Mount Ruapehu, Tongariro River Retreat provides accommodations with a garden, free private parking, a shared lounge and a terrace.
Julia
United States of America
Two months later and I still remember this retreat as my favorite place I stayed in NZ. The owner, Ian, is exceptionally kind and friendly. He really tries to facilitate friendships between the guests, and gives great advice for the Tongariro crossing as well as other activities in the area. Overall the place has a genuine, easygoing, and social atmosphere that (imo) is not commonly found. I extended my stay here and could have stayed longer!
Offering accommodations with free Wi-Fi, Parklands Motorlodge & Holiday Park is located near the popular trout fishing waters of the Tongariro River, in the shadow of the Mt. Pihanga Volcano.
Erika
Canada
The beds were very comfortable, all the amenities were easily accessible, the room had a mini fridge and microwave, as well as towels, a bin for dirty dishes, and a table and chairs.
Just 2 minutes' walk from the iconic Tongariro River, at the southern end of Lake Taupo, Judges Pool Motel offers self-contained apartments in a quiet location. Free Wi-Fi is included.
Featuring private hot mineral pools that are free and exclusive for guests, Rainbow Motel & Hot Pools offers spacious self-catering units with central heating, fully equipped kitchens and TVs with DVD...
Liz
New Zealand
Owner was lovely. Spacious rooms and hot pools were great
The award-winning River Birches offers secluded, comfort and understated luxury accommodations, set within peaceful gardens on the banks of the Tongariro River.
Felice
United States of America
Beautiful stay with the most gracious hosts. Jason was so helpful as we navigated the area and prepared to hike the Tongariro Crossing. The room was beautiful, quiet, clean, and comfy. The wooden spa in the beautiful garden offered the perfect relief after our epic hike. Great breakfasts and conversation with our hosts. They just couldn't do more for us! Sadly, we were not able to take advantage of the world-famous fishing, but hope to get back to the area one day.
Just 5 minutes’ walk from Turangi town center, Creel Lodge is a 4.5-star Qualmark rated motel offering self-contained suites with a private patio and BBQ facilities.
Michelle
United States of America
We really enjoyed our stay at Creel Lodge. The room was very nice and clean, we had separate bedrooms, living area and kitchen, and porch. If you walk to the back of the property there is a private gate that leads to a nice walk by the river. The lodge is also close enough to take a short walk into the main town area where there is a grocery store and restaurants. I would recommend staying here and would stay here again.
Moe Marie Sleep Peacefully features rooms in Turangi. The property provides garden views and a sun terrace. At the bed and breakfast, every room is equipped with a wardrobe.
Offering a garden, b&b @ fynnz offers accommodations in Turangi. Guests staying at this bed and breakfast have access to free Wifi and a patio. Guests can use a terrace.
Roger
New Zealand
We had a great stay, very private and quiet. The continental breakfast was an added bonus.
Very friendly hosts and we would definitely stay again.
We highly recommend Tongariro Lodge for dinner. Great food and it's only a few hundred metres away
On average, 3-star hotels in Turangi cost $105 per night, and 4-star hotels in Turangi are $139 per night. If you're looking for something really special, a 5-star hotel in Turangi can be found for $112 per night, on average (based on Booking.com prices).
The average price per night for a 3-star hotel in Turangi this weekend is $95 or, for a 4-star hotel, $127. Looking for something even fancier? 5-star hotels in Turangi for this weekend cost around $258 per night, on average (based on Booking.com prices).
On average, it costs $95 per night to book a 3-star hotel in Turangi for tonight. You'll pay around $119 if you choose to stay in a 4-star hotel tonight, while a 5-star hotel in Turangi will cost around $258, on average (based on Booking.com prices).
What Guests Said About Turangi:
10
Scored 10
Turangi has many interesting outdoor activities, and it is...
Turangi has many interesting outdoor activities, and it is in the central North Island with mountains, rivers, Lake Taupo nearby, but we were just passing through and for us it was a place to break the long journey, rather than a destination in itself.
Cath
New Zealand
6.0
Scored 6.0
It's a great stopover location say between Auckland and...
It's a great stopover location say between Auckland and Wellington but it's hard to find good food and the prices e.g. food and petrol reflect a lack of true competition and a feeling "well, you've got little choice"
David
New Zealand
8.0
Scored 8.0
A comfortable apartment with great views over Lake Taupo.
A comfortable apartment with great views over Lake Taupo. We stayed two nights and used it as our base for doing the Tongariro Alpine Crossing, so it was perfect for that. Oreti Resort is about 14km from Turangi, so you definitely need a car for eating out etc.
Ben
Netherlands
10
Scored 10
We found plenty to do in our 3 day stay.
We found plenty to do in our 3 day stay. We popped up to Taupo and went to Orakei korako. Then to beautiful lake Rotopounamu and walked around that. And did the picturesque river walk. We hired a rental car so we could look around easily. We could have easily filled in a whole week.
Lynley
New Zealand
6.0
Scored 6.0
Central to some wonderful activities such as great rafting,...
Central to some wonderful activities such as great rafting, the walk Tongariro crossing, Ruapehu. 'Up market' accommodation is very limited but if you can get into the Tongariro Lodge, it is excellent. Worth the extra cost. The locals are helpful and the town has a nice relaxed non-touristy feel; however avoid leaving your car parked overnight on a street. Shopping, apart from Groceries is limited.
davidson
8.0
Scored 8.0
Turangi is a lovely little town.
Turangi is a lovely little town. Not much going on in the actual town itself but has everything you need in terms of supermarkets etc. and easy access to the Tongariro Crossing and lots of other beautiful walks nearby. Recommend the Tongariro River Walk and Lake Rotopounamu walk too. Lovely swimming spots! I stayed for 4 nights in the end which was great. Recommend staying here! And also use Panda Shuttles to get to the Tongariro crossing or anywhere in the local area. Stay at Riverstone Lodge if you can!
We really enjoyed our stay at Creel Lodge. The room was very nice and clean, we had separate bedrooms, living area and kitchen, and porch. If you walk to the back of the property there is a private gate that leads to a nice walk by the river. The lodge is also close enough to take a short walk into the main town area where there is a grocery store and restaurants. I would recommend staying here and would stay here again.
Wonderful Backpacker/Lodge. The Host/Owner is friendly, helpful and operates a first-class facility. Location was great -- short walk to grocery store, pubs, and restaurants. The accomodations (I had room with Queen bed and shower/think was very comfortable. The Host's interaction with guest also seemed to get other guests to interact more and spend little less time on their phones
Tony's Lodge was a perfect stopover on the drive up from Wellington to Auckland. It's right next to Lake Taupo, so beautiful walks avaliable right around the corner. Only 15 minute drive from Turangi (grocery store and takeaways).
Tony is a lovely host, and his pet-friendly accommodation is very clean and tidy.
Our stay at Judges Pool Motel was appreciated, as it was situated in a quiet part of Turangi, and the room was clean and comfortable. We appreciated being able to go walking along the leafy river trail in the evening, after a long drive from the city. The Manager was informative and helpful.
Lovely little hotel - old but the rooms were nicely refinished. Had a very friendly welcome by the owner and a relaxing stay overnight, the bed was very comfortable. The hot pools out the back would have been great but we decided not to use them as it was pouring rain at the time.
Excellent point to break your journey on your way WLG -AKL . or specifically come there . Turangi is full of things for the nature lovers. When in Creel Lodge one is under towering old trees that makes one relax.
Amazing find! The most cost effective accommodation in New Zealand, great place to make connections with locals (especially if you’re looking for fishing tips), cozy common room with a fireplace, and great host.
The views are amazing looking out over Lake Taupo. In general the apartment was comfortable and convenient. The location is close enough to the ski fields for a day of skiing or to the mountains for hiking.
The location is superb. The hot pools came in handy after a cold day in the ice and more importantly the children playground and the animal zoo were really a plus for a family friendly hotel.
The most fantastic apartment one could hope for, literally one of the best if not the best of our 14 weeks travelling around Australia and NZ and using numerous motels and hotels.
The simple luxury and peaceful ,beautiful surroundings.It was a cut above any accommodation we ve stayed in , in New Zealand.The genuine friendliness of the staff too .
The restaurant serving very good meals with the presentation of each course being as professional as you would get in any five star hotel in New Zealand
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