Manunui 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.
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.
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.
Top hotels in Manunui
Mahoe Lodge, Waipiata
"We were a large group and this property suited us well. Lovely setting next to the river and big enough for 5 adults and 5 children."
Reviewed on 12 May 2026
Anglers Cottage adjacent to the Whanganui River. 50Kms to Ruapehu & Lake Taupo.
The Park Hotel Ruapehu
"The room was clean and adequate for a night’s sleep after a long day of hiking. However, we were very dissatisfied and disappointed that the spa pools closed at 8 pm and only reopened at 10 am. We arrived around that time, and we specifically booked this place because of its amenities. The restaurant ..."
Reviewed on 17 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
Other neighbourhoods around Manunui
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.
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.
