Taihape

Travel Guide

A town with a central road, surrounding buildings, and hills in the background.
A field with hay bales and distant mountains.
A fenced area with a sign reading "Taihape Gumboot Throwing Lane" and a stone wall in the background.

Where to stay in Taihape

Find the best Taihape areas and neighborhoods for the activities you enjoy most.

Utiku

While Utiku might not have many sights to explore, venturing just a little farther will lead you to top things to see and do like Taihape Gumboot and Taihape Town Hall.

Aspen Court Motel Taihape

Aspen Court Motel Taihape

3 out of 5
SH1 Mataroa Road Taihape
Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay
The price is P5,260 per night from Oct 9 to Oct 10
P5,260
P6,049 total
Oct 9 - Oct 10
includes taxes & fees
Book a stay at this ski motel in Taihape. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and daily housekeeping. Our guests praise the clean rooms in our reviews. Popular attractions ...
Aspen Court Motel Taihape
Taihape Motel

Taihape Motel

2.5 out of 5
1 Kuku St Taihape Manawatu-Wanganui
The price is P2,907 per night from Sep 16 to Sep 17
P2,907
P3,343 total
Sep 16 - Sep 17
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this motel in Taihape. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and breakfast (surcharge). Popular attractions Mt Stewart Reserve and Taihape Gumboot are located ...
8/10 Very Good! (178 reviews)
"Room was clean, and worked out well to stay half way through our journey. Staff were very accommodating on a last minute booking."

Reviewed on Sep 10, 2026

Taihape Motel
Powderhorn Chateau

Powderhorn Chateau

4.5 out of 5
194 Mangawhero Terrace Ohakune
The price is P11,058 per night from Sep 16 to Sep 17
P11,058
P12,717 total
Sep 16 - Sep 17
includes taxes & fees
Book a stay at this luxury hotel in Ohakune. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and 2 restaurants. Popular attractions Mountain Bike Station and Ohakune Disc Golf ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (346 reviews)
"The new two bedroom studios are just perfect for our small family. A bit extra space and only a very quick walk from the main hotel building."

Reviewed on Sep 13, 2026

Powderhorn Chateau
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Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.
Rocky Mountain Chalets

Rocky Mountain Chalets

3.5 out of 5
20 Rangataua Road (State Highway 49) Ohakune NZ3
Book a stay at this golf chalet in Ohakune. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and 3 hot tubs. Popular attractions Big Carrot and Ohakune Disc Golf are located ...
Rocky Mountain Chalets
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Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.

Stay near popular Taihape attractions

Taihape Gumboot

8.8/10 (36 reviews)
Learn about the local history of Taihape when you take a trip to Taihape Gumboot. While in the area, you can find time to visit its spas.
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Things to do

Looking towards Matuku Ridge, the site of an old Maori Pa.

E Bike Adventure on The Laughing Moa Loop

P5,296
per adult
E Bike Adventure on The Laughing Moa Loop
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