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About this property
Comfortable Accommodations: Pukenui Lodge in National Park offers family rooms with private bathrooms, mountain views, and modern amenities. Each room includes a TV, wardrobe, and free WiFi. Outdoor Spaces: Guests can relax on the sun terrace or in the garden. The lodge features an outdoor dining area, picnic spots, and bicycle parking. Convenient Facilities: The lodge provides free WiFi, a shared kitchen, games room, and outdoor seating. Additional services include private check-in and check-out, paid shuttle, and free on-site parking. Activities and Attractions: Mount Ruapehu and Taranaki Falls are 9.9 mi away. Whakapapa is 14 mi from the property. Activities include fishing, skiing, hiking, and cycling. Taupo Airport is 58 mi distant.
Couples in particular like the location – they rated it 9.2 for a two-person trip.
Distance in property description is calculated using © OpenStreetMap
Most popular amenities
- Free Wifi
- Free parking
- Non-smoking rooms
- Facilities for disabled guests
- Family rooms
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Guests who stayed here loved
- Van
United States
“Simple, clean, convenient - close to restaurants and stores” - Sarah
Italy
“The place has a big shared living room with an amazing view on the Tongariro. The kitchen is big and quite well equipped, so different groups can cook at the same time. The rooms have all you need for a short stay.” - Mieke
New Zealand
“we loved the old school game that was FREE for use. And the table tennis. The size of the living room and dining room was also great, with lots of room for kids to play when it was wet outside. Nice bedding and automatic heating in our room over...” - Castillo
New Zealand
“Great location for the price. Facilities are good.” - Bowen
Canada
“Comfy rooms, great lounge and kitchen. Lodge owner was extremely friendly and happy to recommend you things to do around the park. Also epic view of the mountains by the lounge windows and right next to the schnapps bar which stays open pretty...” - Kicstui
Indonesia
“Great location. Walking distance from the train/bus station, just off the motorway, and close to whakapapa village and sky waka. Excellent value for money. The shared kitchen had everything we needed and the rooms/facilities were clean and tidy...” - Ben
Netherlands
“There is a large kitchen, where guests can prepare their own meals. A pub and hotel restaurant are close by, but can be very crowded. Short driving distance to National Park. We had a room with private bathroom, which was nice. The normal rooms...” - Mel
New Zealand
“Love this place - always so clean, welcoming and cosy. Has great facilities for children and the shared kitchen works great for prepping lunches for up the mountain. A glass of wine on the deck looking at the mountain was a highlight for me!” - Lucy
Australia
“We had a great stay at Pukenui! The lodge is homely, has a great common space with a great kitchen and in a convenient location” - Jenny
New Zealand
“Activities in the lounge, has a good communal kitchen. Suggested recommendations on other activity surrounding the area.”
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Child policies
Children of all ages are welcome.
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Crib and extra bed policies
The number of cribs allowed depends on the option you choose. Check your selected option for more info.
There are no extra beds available at this property.
All cribs are subject to availability.




The fine print
Please note that there is a 2.5% charge when you pay with a credit card.
Please inform Pukenui Lodge of your expected arrival time in advance. You can use the Special Requests box when booking, or contact the property directly using the contact details in your confirmation.
In response to the coronavirus (COVID-19), additional safety and sanitation measures are in effect at this property.
Due to the coronavirus (COVID-19), this property has reduced reception and service hours.
In accordance with government guidelines to minimize transmission of the coronavirus (COVID-19), this property may request additional documentation from guests to validate identity, travel itinerary, and other relevant info on dates where such guidelines exist.