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A dining area with a wooden table and wicker chairs, a balcony with a view of the sea, and a leather sofa.

A room with two beds, a window, a lamp, and a wall art piece.

A rocky shoreline with calm water and a distant hill.

A modern living room with a black leather sofa, wooden coffee table, and a large sliding glass door leading to a balcony.

1. Pukawa Villas (Formerly Oreti Village Resort)

Pukawa

Chloe

HK$916

HK$1,054 total

includes taxes & fees

4 Sept - 5 Sept

A swimming pool with lounge chairs and a fenced deck area, surrounded by buildings with a simple architectural style.

A dining table set with wine glasses, a bottle of wine, and a vase with flowers.

A compact kitchen with modern appliances, a dining area with wooden chairs, and a television in the living space.

A compact kitchen with a sink, stove, and refrigerator, featuring a fire action notice on the wall.

2. Turangi Leisure Lodge

Turangi

Libby

HK$545

HK$627 total

includes taxes & fees

6 Sept - 7 Sept

A row of wooden decked cabins with outdoor seating, large windows, and a view of the surrounding greenery.

A building labeled "OFFICE" with a paved entrance, potted plants, and a bench.

A reception area with a wooden desk, a fish wall, and various informational posters.

A hotel room with a red bed, a black leather sofa, a small round table, a TV mounted on the wall, and a kitchenette area.

3. Judges Pool Motel

Turangi

Shirley

HK$847

HK$974 total

includes taxes & fees

4 Sept - 5 Sept

A spacious living room with a fireplace, wooden flooring, and a large window offering a view of the outdoors.

A bedroom with a large window, a bed, a chair, and a lamp.

A spacious living room with a large window, leather sofas, a wooden coffee table, and a dining area with wooden chairs.

A spacious living room with a fireplace, wooden beams, a television, and a view of mountains.

4. Tongariro Lodge

Turangi

Robert

HK$1,085

HK$1,248 total

includes taxes & fees

17 Sept - 18 Sept

An outdoor dining area with tables and chairs, umbrellas, and a view of parked cars and greenery.

A resort with a swimming pool, red buildings, and surrounding greenery.

A wooden cabin-style room with a bed, two bedside tables, a desk, and a chair.

A compact kitchen with a microwave, toaster, and small refrigerator.

5. Parklands Motorlodge

Turangi

Peter

HK$595

HK$684 total

includes taxes & fees

2 Sept - 3 Sept

A modern house with a large porch, outdoor seating, and a well-maintained garden.

A modern kitchen with a wooden countertop, a coffee machine, and a vase with flowers.

A modern house with large glass windows, surrounded by trees and a well-maintained lawn.

A cozy living room with a stone fireplace, a comfortable sofa, and a large window offering a view of greenery.

6. River Birches

Turangi

Maiwand

HK$3,552

HK$4,084 total

includes taxes & fees

15 Sept - 16 Sept

A rustic wooden structure with a sign, surrounded by a gravel path and stone border, leading into a forested area.

A kitchen with a large window, a bowl of fruit on the counter, and a stove.

A kitchen with a large window, a sink, and a bowl of fruit on the counter.

A modern, compact building with a wooden exterior, large windows, and a small outdoor seating area with steps leading to the entrance.

7. The Grove Turangi

Turangi

Brendon

HK$700

HK$1,205 total

includes taxes & fees

6 Sept - 7 Sept

A geodesic dome structure with a view of a lake and sunset.

A cozy room with a large window, a bed, a small table with a lamp, and a potted plant.

A lakeside view with transparent dome-shaped accommodations, a wooden deck, and a tree-lined path.

A cozy tented room with a bed, a small black heater, a lamp, and a view of greenery outside.

8. Motutere Bay Top 10 Holiday Park

Motutere

Aubrey

HK$472

HK$543 total

includes taxes & fees

4 Sept - 5 Sept

A circular wooden room with a table and benches, a ladder, and a view of a forest.

A modern house with a swimming pool, large windows, and a well-maintained garden.

A modern kitchen with a central island, dining area with wooden chairs, and a view through the glass door.

A spacious living room with a fireplace, large windows, and a view of a lake and hills.

9. The Point Villas

Acacia Bay

Bhawna

HK$10,968

HK$12,613 total

includes taxes & fees

2 Sept - 3 Sept

A building with a flat roof, a front entrance, and a signboard.

A spacious living area with a high wooden ceiling, blue sofas, a wooden coffee table, and a mounted deer head.

A kitchen with a central island, a refrigerator, and a sink.

An outdoor patio area with blue plastic chairs and tables, string lights, and a wooden fence.

10. Tongariro River Retreat - Hostel

Turangi

Trevor

HK$230

HK$264 total

includes taxes & fees

26 Sept - 27 Sept

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Learn more about Pukawa

Nestled along the shores of Lake Taupo, this tranquil village offers peaceful lakeside walks and stunning views of snow-capped mountains. Rent kayaks from the local marina to explore hidden coves, or take a short drive to nearby Tongariro National Park for world-class hiking trails.

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Top Pukawa Hotel Reviews

Turangi Leisure Lodge

10/10 Excellent

"We enjoyed our stay here. It was clean, staff were friendly and was close to shops. We just hope that the check-in time (4pm) was a bit earlier to help get settled after a long drive. Fortunately, the front desk staff was able to accomodate us at 3pm."

Parklands Motorlodge

10/10 Excellent

"We use this property quite often, they are always helpful and professional."

Turangi Bridge Motel

8/10 Good

"Awesome comfortable bed, kitchen area too small have to juggle things around quite a bit to get breakfast sorted. Restaurant really good as was food lots interesting stuff to see in there . Shower really good , bit of a tidy up and bit of paint would make it even better"

Tongariro Lodge

10/10 Excellent

"All class."

Tongariro River Retreat - Hostel

8/10 Good

"Very good place to stay"

The Oreti Collection- By Vacations in Paradise

10/10 Excellent

"Gorgeous view, stunning view, lovely property. Would stay again when in the area!"

Tongariro Riverside holiday house

10/10 Excellent

"We had a great stay, great location, plenty of fire wood to stay toasty and warm, lovely outlook onto the river and some classic DVDs for the kids to watch!"

Pukawa Villas (Formerly Oreti Village Resort)

10/10 Excellent

"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"

Cosy and secluded holiday home

10/10 Excellent

"Great place to stay, which was a short walk to the river for fishing. The weather was amazing and the fishing was great. We'll be back again next year."

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Motutere Bay Top 10 Holiday Park

2819 State Highway 1, RD2 Motutere Taupo

HK$472

HK$543 total

4 Sept - 5 Sept

includes taxes & fees

9/10 Wonderful! (127 reviews)

Turangi Leisure Lodge

Ngawaka Place Turangi

HK$545

HK$627 total

6 Sept - 7 Sept

includes taxes & fees

9/10 Wonderful! (597 reviews)

The Quarters

15 Taupahi Rd Tūrangi Waikato Region

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Tokaanu Lodge Motel

112 Mangaroa St Tokaanu Waikato

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9.2/10 Wonderful! (51 reviews)

Tongariro Holiday Park

State highway 47 Tongariro Forest Park

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Frequently asked questions

What's the best place to stay in Pukawa?

Pukawa Villas (Formerly Oreti Village Resort) is one of the top choices for your stay based on our traveller data. This aparthotel offers an indoor pool and free parking. The Oreti Collection- By Vacations in Paradise is another good option for your trip. See all available top hotels, or vacation rentals in Pukawa.

What are some of the best holiday rentals that Pukawa has to offer?

Welocome to Serendipity: This holiday home rental outside of Pukawa has air conditioning and laundry facilities to help you feel perfectly comfortable in your new surroundings. See all vacation rentals in Pukawa.

If I need to cancel my hotel reservation in Pukawa, will I receive a refund?

Yes! Most hotel room reservations are fully refundable as long as you cancel before the accommodation's cancellation deadline, which is often 24 or 48 hours before the scheduled arrival. If you have a non-refundable reservation, you might be able to still cancel and get a refund within a 24-hour period of your booking. Filter your search by fully refundable to find flexible hotel deals in Pukawa.

What's the best family accommodation in Pukawa?

The Oreti Collection- By Vacations in Paradise is a hotel with a restaurant and in-room kitchens, and it's a top choice on Expedia for families. Find more child-friendly accommodations in Pukawa.

What are some accommodation options with pools in Pukawa?

Pukawa Villas (Formerly Oreti Village Resort): Features free self parking, an indoor pool and complimentary wireless Internet access. The Oreti Collection- By Vacations in Paradise and Turangi Leisure Lodge are a couple of other choices that feature an on-site pool. View all hotels with pools in Pukawa.

What is staying in Pukawa like?

Budget-minded travellers will find good deals in Pukawa, and many visitors will definitely appreciate the riverfront and skiing. Tourists can also enjoy so much more including its hot springs. In Pukawa, there are 15 hotels and other accommodation options to choose from. Find out more about Pukawa.

What is there to see in Pukawa?

A favourite place to visit is Lake Taupō. You'll also find Tongariro Alpine Crossing and Tokaanu Thermal Pools in the area. Take a look at what more there is to see and do in Expedia's Pukawa guide.

What's the seasonal weather in Pukawa?

The hottest months are usually January and February, with an average temperature of 16°C, while the coldest months are July and August, with an average of 7°C. Average annual precipitation for Pukawa is 1398 mm.

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