The 10 best hotels in Rangitikei District, New Zealand

BOOK DIRECT - BEST PRICE. Strategically located between Wellington and Auckland, Aspen Court Taihape provides a comfortable and pleasant break for an affordable price. It is an ideal place to break your journey or use as a base to explore the beautiful Rangitikei.

A family run business now into its 3rd generation of raft guides, River Valley started as a rafting company on a family farm, in the back blocks of Taihape. With one of the world's top half day Grade 5 rafting trips literally on the doorstep, it was a natural progression. A horse trekking stables was added over time, and it is these two adventurous activities, rafting the beautiful Rangitikei River, and exploring the magnificent hill country which is at core of River Valley. The Lodge caters for a mix of clientele, with an accommodation mix from deluxe riverside ensuite rooms, to bunk rooms. There are also 2 meeting rooms available for hire, for corporate use or private events and weddings. The Lodge restaurant and cafe serves a selection of fresh farm-to-table food, much not only prepared on site, but also grown in the extensive vegetable gardens. If shopping and cell phone reception are critical to your daily existence, then River Valley is certainly not the place for you.

BOOK DIRECT and SAVE. Located on State Highway 1, 2.5 hours north of the InterIsland ferry terminal. 40 minutes to Turoa Skifield and 1.25 hours to the southern shoreline of scenic Lake Taupo. Services include 24 hour check-in. Group concessions available. Free WiFi. All units ground floor with free parking. Major credit cards welcome. 1-minute drive to shopping centre and licensed restaurants. Major tourist attractions nearby include: Army Museum, River Valley, Turoa and Whakapapa skifields, Tongariro Alpine Crossing, and The Wool Company Country Store. Reception will assist with local visits - Taihape Historic Museum, Waiouru Military Museum (15 minutes), white-water rafting and scenic flights. Local ski hire available. The Rangitikei, Moawhango and Hautapu rivers are renowned for their trout fishing.

From July 2018 under new ownership. At Bulls Motel & Holiday Park where we offer a range of accommodation. Whether you are looking for a tent site or a motel room with full facilities, we can help. We are central to all of the Rangitikei area. The golf courses, motor racing venues and a large wedding venue are all within half an hour, and for those just travelling through we are on the highway so no detour is needed. Off-road parking for large vehicles is available. A swimming pool is available to all guests.

Finding an ideal quaint motel in Taihape does not have to be difficult. Welcome to Taihape Motel, a nice option for travelers like you. Rooms at Taihape Motel offer a refrigerator and a kitchenette providing exceptional comfort and convenience, and guests can go online with free wifi. If you are driving to Taihape Motel, free parking is available. If you are looking for a good sushi restaurant, you may want to check out Oki while staying at Taihape Motel. Best of all, Taihape Motel makes it easy to experience some great Taihape attractions like Ad-Deen Mosque (0.1 mi), which is a short distance away. Taihape Motel puts the best of Taihape at your fingertips, making your stay both relaxing and enjoyable.

The Rusty Nail secluded spot overlooks Taihape with a breathtaking view of Mount Ruapehu, 10 minutes walk from the township. Providing a great central location as well as peace and quiet. In the heart of NZ's best scenery with adventure at your doorstep - bungy, white water rafting, tramping, trout fishing, hunting, jet boating, horse treks and snow skiing in winter. Taihape offers great shopping, night entertainment with that country atmosphere.

Awastone is located halfway between Wellington and Taupo and 1km off SH1 with affordable accommodation and camper van sites making it easy for families or couples to relax during their holiday in New Zealand. Onsite are 2 comfortable, well appointed units that include linen, wifi and complimentary tea/coffee. "The Pukeko Palace" is a 4 bedroom en suite unit and "Tui's Flight" is a smaller double with river views. There are 9 powered sites for camper vans and caravans. These all have a river view and include the wifi, clean amenities and use of a shared kitchen. If you want to add some adventure, fun rafting and kayaking trips meet at Awastone 3 times daily in the summer months and children as young as 3yrs old can join too. "Stay and Play" package pricing is on offer, so relax and enjoy the river.

Flat Hills is a family run campground with four Pod Cabins... we have a café and maze onsite as well as a bouncy castle and kids play areas and friendly farm animals to see. There is free Wifi, a modern toilet and shower block close to the campground as well as a large campers lounge and kitchen. The cafe is open from 8am till 4pm but we do a smaller late night menu for our camp guests until 7pm.

Located by the foothill of Mt Stewart Reserve almost halfway between Auckland and Wellington, Safari Motel, Taihape offers all that you could ask for without breaking your bank. The only motel in town to offer Sky 50+ channels and the comfort unexpected in the price range. Come and enjoy your break with us and see what Taihape has to offer.