Popular places to visit
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.
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.
Taumarunui Hospital
Though Taumarunui Hospital might be what brings you to town, perhaps you'll have a chance to explore more of Taumarunui while you are here.
Taumarunui Golf Course
Enjoy a round of golf in Taumarunui at Taumarunui Golf Course. 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.
Epic Cycle Adventures
You can take time to visit Epic Cycle Adventures during your travels to Taumarunui. Amble around the area's parks or visit its spas.
Hikumutu Hotel Deals
Tiny House In the Hills - 6 min from Town - Wi-Fi - Rural
Nice place to stay for the night, -- mind your head when you are upstairs. A shame that it's not facing west to take advantage of the evening sun. Even so, very warm -- the fan was definitely needed.
Reviewed on 2 April 2024
The Park Hotel Ruapehu
This was fine for our one night stay as we moved through the country. I have owned/operated my own cleaning company for 27+ years so it's true that I may be a little over the top but I did feel like the corners and places that matter could have been a bit cleaner. The rooms are pretty small but the ...
Reviewed on 5 November 2025
Skotel Alpine Resort
Great location to the National park trails.
Reviewed on 31 October 2025
Mountain Heights Lodge
The room was very comfortable and our host was great. The continental breakfast had yogurt, fruit, bread, cereal and was available early in case you wanted to head out early and the hot tub was great after a day of hiking.
Reviewed on 2 November 2025
Adventure Lodge & Motel
Great experience. Great room for a good value!
Reviewed on 1 November 2025
The Crossing Lodge and Backpackers
Great budget location for exploring and hiking the park. Kitchen gets busy and was missing spoons (common issue in shared kitchens- we had our own so it wasn’t a problem, somewhat dated and mostly clean. Liked the easy self check-in as well. Not a rowdy or loud hostel- we stayed here with our kids ...
Reviewed on 5 November 2025
Other neighborhoods around Hikumutu
Piriaka
Piriaka might not have many top sights, but Whakapapa and Whanganui River Confluence and Taumarunui Domain are two attractions nearby that you can check out.
Manunui
If you're spending some time in Manunui, Whakapapa and Whanganui River Confluence and Epic Cycle Adventures are top sights worth seeing.
Sunshine Settlement
The coffeehouses and parks are just a few features travelers like about Sunshine Settlement. If you want to do some sightseeing nearby, Taumarunui Domain and Hakiaha Street are a few top places to visit.
Hikumutu
- Tongariro National Park
- Tongariro Alpine Crossing
- Tongariro National Park Whakapapa Visitor Centre
- Mount Tongariro
- Taranaki Falls
- Mangatepopo Trail Head
- Te Porere Redoubt
- Taumarunui Domain
- Whakapapa and Whanganui River Confluence
- Raurimu Spiral
- Ohinetonga Scenic Reserve
- Marton Sash and Door Cycling Park
- Taumarunui Golf Course
- Rangaroa Domain
- Fishers Track
- Hakiaha Street
- Epic Cycle Adventures
