Sunshine Settlement Travel Guide

Tourist Guide

Popular places to visit

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Whakapapa and Whanganui River Confluence

4.5/5(8 reviews)

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.

Whakapapa and Whanganui River Confluence
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Raurimu Spiral

4/5(2 reviews)

You can find out about the history of Taumarunui with a stop at Raurimu Spiral. Amble around the area's parks or visit its spas.

Raurimu Spiral
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Taumarunui Domain

4.5/5(5 reviews)

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.

Taumarunui Domain
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Taumarunui Golf Course

5/5(1 review)

Enjoy a round of golf in Taumarunui at Taumarunui Golf Course. Amble around the area's parks or visit its spas.

Taumarunui Golf Course
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Hakiaha Street

4/5(5 reviews)

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.

Hakiaha Street
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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.

Rangaroa Domain

Our pick of the best Sunshine Settlement Hotel Deals

Alexander Motel
Alexander Motel
3 out of 5
6 Marae Street, Taumarunui
Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay
The price is NZ$179 per night from 12 Jun to 13 Jun
NZ$179
per night
12 Jun - 13 Jun
Stay at this 3-star motel in Taumarunui. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and breakfast (surcharge). Popular attractions Rangaroa Domain and Taumarunui Domain ...
8.4/10 Very Good! (132 reviews)
"Friendly, helpful staff and quiet room and comfortable bed."

Reviewed on 25 Apr. 2024

Alexander Motel
Tongariro Cottage, Cute and rustic old world charm
Tongariro Cottage, Cute and rustic old world charm
Raurimu
Book a stay at this family-friendly vacation home in Raurimu. Enjoy a garden, patios, and an in-room coffeemaker. Popular attraction Marton Sash and Door Cycling ...
9.4/10 Exceptional! (87 reviews)
Lovely relaxing stay
"Brilliant property, wished we’d been able to stay longer. Comfortable and relaxing. Great location for walking and biking"

Reviewed on 10 May 2024

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Tongariro Cottage, Cute and rustic old world charm
Great value Cottage - 20 mins to Whakapapa
Great value Cottage - 20 mins to Whakapapa
Raurimu
Stay at this chalet in Raurimu. Enjoy a pool table. Popular attraction Marton Sash and Door Cycling Park is located nearby.
9/10 Wonderful! (57 reviews)
Perfect for a budget holiday
"This was my second stay and it was perfect, we did the Tongariro crossing and the homes location to national park and surrounding walks and activities makes it the perfect option if you want something cheap. For the price it’s what you expect. It’s no luxury hotel but it has more then enough for ..."

Reviewed on 19 Feb. 2024

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Great value Cottage - 20 mins to Whakapapa
Book A PUB !!sleeps UP TO 18/warm /heaps OF Space/self Contained/ /family/groups
Book A PUB !!sleeps UP TO 18/warm /heaps OF Space/self Contained/ /family/groups
Owhango
The price is NZ$580 per night from 10 Jun to 11 Jun
NZ$580
per night
10 Jun - 11 Jun
Stay at this vacation home in Owhango. Enjoy in-room fireplaces and a spa tub. Popular attractions Ohinetonga Scenic Reserve and Whakapapa and Whanganui River ...
Book A PUB !!sleeps UP TO 18/warm /heaps OF Space/self Contained/ /family/groups
Hilltop retreat overlooking the Old Forgotten Highway in adventure playground
Hilltop retreat overlooking the Old Forgotten Highway in adventure playground
Taumarunui
Book a stay at this golf vacation home in Taumarunui. Enjoy free WiFi, a garden, and patios. Popular attractions Taumarunui Domain and Rangaroa Domain are located ...
10/10 Exceptional! (3 reviews)
Perth Team
"Great location easy going owner always happy to help and always accurate info regarding property access , accommodation real clean and well presented , would highly recommend and book again 👌👌👍"

Reviewed on 26 May 2024

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Hilltop retreat overlooking the Old Forgotten Highway in adventure playground
Haven: Ruapehu Accommodation - great value
Haven: Ruapehu Accommodation - great value
Raurimu
Stay at this vacation home in Raurimu. Enjoy in-room fireplaces. Popular attraction Marton Sash and Door Cycling Park is located nearby.
9.4/10 Exceptional! (41 reviews)
Base for biking
"We used this property as a base to bike the Kaimanawa Descent and the 42nd traverse. The lounge fire and the bench table were highlights for our team. The information provided was comprehensive and we found everything we needed to know."

Reviewed on 7 May 2024

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Haven: Ruapehu Accommodation - great value
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Other neighbourhoods around Sunshine Settlement

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Hikumutu

When in Hikumutu, you can plan a visit to Taumarunui Domain and Epic Cycle Adventures, some noteworthy sights in the nearby area.

Hikumutu
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Manunui

If you're spending some time in Manunui, Whakapapa and Whanganui River Confluence and Epic Cycle Adventures are top sights worth seeing.

Manunui
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Piriaka

While Piriaka isn't home to many top sights, Whakapapa and Whanganui River Confluence and Hakiaha Street are some notable places to visit nearby.

Piriaka
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Kirikau

If you're spending some time in Kirikau, Taumarunui Domain and Tongariro National Park are top sights worth seeing.

Kirikau
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Aukopae

While visiting Aukopae, you might make a stop by sights like Taumarunui Domain and Pureora Forest Park.

Aukopae

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