Title: Tawhiri Apartment, Waiouru. Reviews, Deals & Photos 2026 - Expedia.co.uk [See all properties](http://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?regionId=3000400652&destination=Waiouru%2C+Manawat%C5%AB-Whanganui%2C+New+Zealand&selected=37995776&adults=2&children=&sort=RECOMMENDED&useRewards=false&semdtl=&userIntent=&vip=false) Entire condo # Tawhiri Apartment, Waiouru. ## Photo gallery for Tawhiri Apartment, Waiouru. ![Terrace/patio - Tawhiri Apartment, Waiouru. (Waiouru)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/38000000/38000000/37995800/37995776/3420b2f8.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=598&ra=fit) ![1 bedroom, iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets - Tawhiri Apartment, Waiouru. (Waiouru)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/38000000/38000000/37995800/37995776/704e5262.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Property grounds - Tawhiri Apartment, Waiouru. (Waiouru)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/38000000/38000000/37995800/37995776/9e9454de.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Interior - Tawhiri Apartment, Waiouru. (Waiouru)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/38000000/38000000/37995800/37995776/cfa04990.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Interior - Tawhiri Apartment, Waiouru. (Waiouru)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/38000000/38000000/37995800/37995776/5a3e071b.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) - Overview - Location - Amenities - Policies Nestled in Waiouru, Tawhiri offers a warm welcome with self-contained comfort and a spectacular view of Ruapehu from your own deck. Explore New Zealand's history at the National Army Museum or discover geographic marvels of the Ruapehu District and Tongariro World Heritage Area. ## Reviews 9.4 Exceptional ### Entire condo 1 bedroom1 bathroomSleeps 4 ## Popular amenities - Free Wi-Fi - Air-conditioning - Outdoor space - Parking available £89 includes taxes & fees 6 Apr - 7 Apr ## Add dates for prices Check-in Check-out Travellers ## About this property ### Entire place You'll have the entire condo to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party. ### Tawhiri Apartment, Waiouru. Tawhiri means welcome, and so do we. Tawhiri-matea is the atua of wind and weather - you stand a good chance of meeting him when you stay in Waiouru. Tawhiri may be the easiest place in New Zealand to find; we are the first gate you see when you come into Waiouru from Ohakune; the last gate before the 100kph sign as you leave. You won't find anything else like this in Waiouru - self-contained comfort with a spectacular view of Ruapehu from your own deck. The Adventure Highway starts at our gate and the adventures you will find on it are limited only by the time you have to spare. Explore New Zealand's history and your family's connections with it at the National Army Museum, or explore the geographic marvels of the Ruapehu District and the Tongariro World Heritage Area. Easy access to skiing, fishing and hunting - and the highest 18-hole golf course in New Zealand is only minutes away. Extras: Cleaning (Required, NZ$42.00 per stay); Linen (included); ## Property amenities ### Ski - Close to skiing ### Internet - Available in the condo: Free WiFi ### Parking and transport - Parking on site ### Food and drink - Oven - Paper towels - Refrigerator ### Bedrooms - Bedroom - Bedsheets provided - Sofa bed ### Bathroom - 1 bathroom - Hair dryer - Shampoo - Soap - Toilet paper - Towels provided ### Living spaces - Living room ### Entertainment - TV with cable/satellite channels ### Outdoor areas - Patio ### Comfort - Air conditioning - Heating ### Pets - No pets allowed ### Suitability/Accessibility - Smoke-free property ### Services and conveniences - Iron/ironing board ### Things to do - Fishing nearby - Golfing nearby - Hiking/biking trails nearby - Horseback riding nearby - Mountain biking nearby ### Safety features - Carbon monoxide detector not reported (host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector) - 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EU consumer law, including the right of withdrawal, will not apply to your booking. The cancellation policy set by the private host will cover your booking. Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited Host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector with you on the trip Host has not indicated whether there is a smoke detector on the property This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios and terraces, which may not be suitable for children; if you have any concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm that they can accommodate you in a suitable room This property is managed through our partner, Vrbo. You will receive an email from Vrbo with a link to a Vrbo account, where you can change or cancel your reservation ### Property is also known as Tawhiri Apartment Waiouru Tawhiri Apartment, Waiouru Tawhiri Apartment Waiouru. Tawhiri Apartment, Waiouru. Waiouru Tawhiri Apartment, Waiouru. Apartment Tawhiri Apartment, Waiouru. Apartment Waiouru ## About the area Waiouru is home to this condo. Ohakune Disc Golf and Mountain Bike Station are worth checking out if an activity is on the agenda, while those wishing to experience the area's natural beauty can explore Tongariro National Park and Mt Stewart Reserve. Discover the area's water adventures with nearby fishing, or enjoy the great outdoors with horse riding, hiking and mountain biking. [Visit our Waiouru travel guide](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Waiouru.dx3000400652) [View more Condo rentals in Waiouru](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Waiouru-Condos.d3000400652-aaCondos.Travel-Guide-Accommodation) ![Map](https://maps.googleapis.com/maps/api/staticmap?&size=660x330&map_id=3b266eb50d2997c6&zoom=13&markers=icon:https%3A%2F%2Fa.travel-assets.com%2Ftravel-assets-manager%2Feg-maps%2Fproperty.png%7C-39.47520%2C175.66597&channel=expedia-HotelInformation&maptype=roadmap&scale=1&key=AIzaSyCYjQus5kCufOpSj932jFoR_AJiL9yiwOw&signature=soZ4la1_9Lw7XS84a1QZP117WqU=) Waiouru, Waiouru ### What's nearby - ![Tongariro National Park](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6135271/693cc357-f620-4a05-aeb0-ccdeb157ad1d.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=115.61&rh=65.03&ra=fit&q=high) Tongariro National Park 19 min drive \- 18.3 miles - ![Turoa Ski Area](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/553248621567596121/9ff6e72e-cc12-4932-8baf-d0770b0f77f1.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=115.61&rh=65.03&ra=fit&q=high) Turoa Ski Area 36 min drive \- 34.5 miles - National Army Museum Te Mata Toa 10 min walk \- 0.6 miles - Ohakune Old Coach Road 26 min drive \- 22.5 miles - Tongariro National Park Whakapapa Visitor Centre 60 min drive \- 59.3 miles ### Restaurants - Jailhouse Coffee 7 min walk - Fastlane Restaurant 6 min walk - The Pen Cafe 6 min walk - Oasis Family Restaurant And Bar 4 min walk - Angkor Wat Bakery & Coffee Shop 8 min walk ## Frequently asked questions ### Is Tawhiri Apartment, Waiouru. pet-friendly? ### How much does it cost to stay at Tawhiri Apartment, Waiouru.? ### How much is parking at Tawhiri Apartment, Waiouru.? ### What time is check-in at Tawhiri Apartment, Waiouru.? ### What time is check-out at Tawhiri Apartment, Waiouru.? ### Where is Tawhiri Apartment, Waiouru. located? ## Have a question? Beta Get instant answers with AI powered search of property information and reviews. Ask a question ## Tawhiri Apartment, Waiouru. Reviews ## Reviews ### Exceptional All reviews shown are from real guest experiences. Only travellers who have booked a stay with us can submit a review. We verify reviews according to our guidelines and publish all reviews, positive or negative. [More information](https://www.expedia.co.uk/lp/b/content-guidelines) 10 - Excellent 26 8 - Good 9 6 - Okay 2 4 - Poor 0 2 - Terrible 0 ### 9.6 Cleanliness ### 9.4 Location ### 8.0 Property conditions & facilities ## Reviews Verified ### 8/10 Good #### John 8 May 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication Was very warm - comfortable great location views of mountain unobstructed -plenty of off road parking. Would stay there again ##### John Stayed 4 nights in May 2025 Verified ### 10/10 Excellent #### Nik 27 Jan 2026 Arrived late for a one night stay. Appreciated flexibility and nice clean place. Would stay again. ##### Nik Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026 Verified ### 10/10 Excellent #### Sharlene L. 4 Feb 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Great little place to stay Really enjoyed my stay. Ross the host was very friendly and the property was very clean. Would recommend to others and would definitely stay there again :) ##### Sharlene L. Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2024 Verified ### 10/10 Excellent #### Cameron B. 10 Oct 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Great View very nice place with the most amazing view of the mountain. ##### Cameron B. Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024 Verified ### 10/10 Excellent #### Jennifer L. 24 Apr 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Beautiful mountain view stay We loved staying here and wish we could've stayed a few more days! Ross was so welcoming from the moment we got there. The views were gorgeous and the house was lovely. I would recommend sleeping with earplugs as there is a train the goes by at night, but otherwise the stay was fantastic. Would definitely stay here again. ![View of Mount Ruapehu from the house. ](https://a.travel-assets.com/ugc/hotel-reviews/5ef4e3b0-e67b-4940-ae94-083262e24457-1745523613714.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=204&ra=fit&q=high) ##### Jennifer L. Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025 Verified ### 8/10 Good #### Bronwyn H. 16 Dec 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Private, convenient & scenic Friendly, communicative host. Within walking distance of shops, restaurants and army museum. Great view. ##### Bronwyn H. Stayed 1 night in Nov 2024 Verified ### 10/10 Excellent #### Andrew H. 15 Aug 2023 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Warm and cosy Fantastic place, great location, the host was awesome, always ready to help, really appreciated. Great view from the deck. Very happy. ##### Andrew H. Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2023 Verified ### 10/10 Excellent #### Sheena V. 10 Jul 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Peaceful It was very neat tidy and peaceful ##### Sheena V. Stayed 1 night in Jun 2024 Verified ### 6/10 Okay #### Amanda L. 13 Oct 2024 Liked: Check-in, communication, location #### Comfortable Super comfy bed. Great heating. No soundproofing ##### Amanda L. Stayed 1 night in Sep 2024 Verified ### 10/10 Excellent #### Curtis J. 26 Sept 2019 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Amazing place Tawhiri is an amazing place to stay, great views and a great host! ##### Curtis J. Verified ### 8/10 Good #### Justine C. 16 Dec 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Overnight stay Perfect little spot to stay for a night Awesome owners great communicator ##### Justine C. Stayed 1 night in Nov 2024 Verified ### 10/10 Excellent #### Alaina P. 31 Dec 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Tawhiri Great over night accomodation ##### Alaina P. Stayed 1 night in Dec 2024 Verified ### 8/10 Good #### Agnes A. 11 Jun 2023 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location Disliked: Listing accuracy #### Mrs We enjoy our stay . ##### Agnes A. Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2023 Verified ### 8/10 Good #### Geoff T. 7 Mar 2023 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Comfortable with Beautifull Views Warm, comfortable and well appointed. The views were also beautifull. However access to the accomodation was difficult and we struggled to get our large suitcases from the parking area across the gap driveway to the entrance. ##### Geoff T. Stayed 1 night in Feb 2023 Verified ### 8/10 Good #### Sally M. 4 Aug 2022 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, listing accuracy #### very clean and tidy Clean and tidy ##### Sally M. Stayed 1 night in Jul 2022 Verified ### 10/10 Excellent #### Daryl P. 22 Jul 2022 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Gone the extra mile with a smile We arrived early for check-in after a long journey, but we were met with a smile and allowed to check in. Ross went the extra mile, helping us with a few extras along the way and lots of local knowledge. The place was neat and well appointed. We had very cold weather but had ample bedding and heating. We would highly recommend. ##### Daryl P. Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2022 Verified ### 10/10 Excellent #### Joshua L. 14 Jul 2022 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Awesome Was a nice warm little place to stay for myself partner and kids. Can't wait to head back down this way and stay again ##### Joshua L. Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2022 Verified ### 10/10 Excellent #### Angel E. 30 Jun 2022 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Great place Great little place, everything that we needed was there, gorgeous views, would definitely stay again if in the area ##### Angel E. Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2022 Verified ### 10/10 Excellent #### Regan B. 27 Aug 2021 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Thanks It was a great place to stay at. Don't expect too much from the second bed, but heating and kitchen and TV and parking etc are excellent. ##### Regan B. Stayed 1 night in Aug 2021 Verified ### 10/10 Excellent #### Abir R. 15 Aug 2021 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Great mountain view Very easy to find this house just by state highway. Nice snow mountain view. Wifi works fast. House is clean. ##### Abir R. Stayed 1 night in Aug 2021 Verified ### 10/10 Excellent #### Danielle Y. 16 Jul 2021 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Comfortable Small little place just as pictured great view and fairly close to everything would stay again ##### Danielle Y. Verified ### 10/10 Excellent #### Andrea M. 5 Jul 2021 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Awesome thanks Easy to find, great space, clean and tidy, nice and warm, friendly and helpful owner have stayed at this property before and will again ##### Andrea M. Stayed 1 night in Jul 2021 Verified ### 10/10 Excellent #### Ansley K. 11 Mar 2021 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Really nice place to stay. Owner is lovely, very homely and nice to relax Very easy process with booking. Very well looked after property. ##### Ansley K. Verified ### 10/10 Excellent #### Rita Michelle p. 30 Nov 2020 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Comfortable family stay Ross was an excellent host, will always go back to him. Cheers Ross ##### Rita Michelle p. Verified ### 10/10 Excellent #### Sheena T. 12 Nov 2020 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Home away from home Our experience ##### Sheena T. ---