Sunshine Settlement
Taumarunui
Visit Sunshine Settlement
Popular places to visit
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.
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.
Taumarunui Hospital
Though Taumarunui Hospital might be what brings you to town, perhaps you'll have a chance to explore more of Taumarunui while you are here.
Taumarunui Golf Course
Enjoy a round of golf in Taumarunui at Taumarunui Golf Course. 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.
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.
Things to do
Timber Trail Two Day Mountain Bike Ride - Shuttle Service
Top hotels in Sunshine Settlement
Central Park Motor Inn
Lovely room, nice place to stay, shame the restaurant was not open over the weekend.
Reviewed on Oct 27, 2025
Alexander Motel
Our short one night stay was comfortable, clean and the room well appointed even though slightly dated. Bedding was good. And staff had turned on the heating for our arrival on a cold wet windy afternoon which was a nice touch. The checkin staff were friendly and helpful.
Reviewed on Nov 2, 2025
Magpie Cottage - Homestay B&B
Other neighbourhoods around Sunshine Settlement
Hikumutu
While Hikumutu might not have many sights to explore, venturing just a little farther will lead you to top things to see and do like Taumarunui Domain and Epic Cycle Adventures.
Manunui
If you're spending some time in Manunui, Whakapapa and Whanganui River Confluence and Epic Cycle Adventures are top sights worth seeing.
Piriaka
Piriaka might not have many top sights, but Whakapapa and Whanganui River Confluence and Taumarunui Domain are two attractions nearby that you can check out.
