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Offering a barbecue and views of the mountain, Pukenui Lodge is located in National Park in the Manawatu Region. Turangi is 25 mi from the property. Free WiFi is provided and free private parking is available on site. Some rooms include a private bathroom and some rooms offer access to shared bathroom facilities. Guests have access to shared facilities including a communal kitchen, lounge area and dining area. Pukenui Lodge also includes a sun terrace. The property has ski storage space and bike hire is available. You can play table tennis and mini-golf at the property, and the area is popular for skiing and horse riding. You can engage in various activities, such as cycling, fishing and canoeing.

Couples in particular like the location – they rated it 9.1 for a two-person trip.

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Property highlights

Top Location: Highly rated by recent guests (9.1)

Free Private Parking Available On Site


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Room Type
Number of guests
 
1 king bed
and
4 bunk beds
1 twin bed
and
2 bunk beds
1 full bed
and
1 bunk bed
and
1 queen bed
Twin Room with Mountain View
2 bunk beds
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Guest reviews

Categories:

Staff
8.4
Facilities
7.9
Cleanliness
8.1
Comfort
8.1
Value for money
8.6
Location
9.1
Free Wifi
8.8
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Guests who stayed here loved

  • Mieke
    New Zealand 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 New Zealand
    Great location for the price. Facilities are good.
  • B
    Bowen
    Canada 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 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...
  • B
    Ben
    Netherlands 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 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 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
  • Sarah
    Australia Australia
    excellent staging spot to hike Tongariro, the facilities here are great big shower block and kitchen with a large comfy seating area with views of the mountains. owner was very friendly and after hours check in was easy. walking distance to local...
  • Kristina
    New Zealand New Zealand
    Good location and facilities suit our family's needs.
  • James
    New Zealand New Zealand
    Room was clean, warm and bunk beds were fine with warm clean bedding. Shared bathroom was fine, showers were hot - they take a few mins to warm up when the place is quiet. Kitchen was clean and had everything we needed. Kids loved the lounge, open...

Area info

Amenities of Pukenui Lodge

Most popular amenities
  • Free Wifi
  • Free parking
  • Non-smoking rooms
  • Facilities for disabled guests
  • Family rooms
Outdoors
  • Sun deck
  • Garden
Kitchen
  • Shared kitchen
Ski
  • Ski storage
Activities
  • Bike tours
    Additional charge
  • Mini golf
    Additional charge
  • Horseback riding
    Additional charge
  • Cycling
  • Hiking
  • Canoeing
    Additional charge
  • Ping-pong
  • Game room
  • Skiing
  • Fishing
Internet
Wifi is available in public areas and is free of charge.
Parking
Free private parking is available on site (reservation is not needed).
  • Accessible parking
Services
  • Shuttle service
    Additional charge
  • Shared lounge/TV area
  • Private check-in/out
  • Baggage storage
  • Fax/Photocopying
  • Packed lunches
  • Meeting/Banquet facilities
General
  • Smoke-free property
  • Heating
  • Family rooms
  • Facilities for disabled guests
  • Non-smoking rooms
Languages Spoken
  • English

House rules
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Check-in
From 3:00 PM to 10:00 PM
You need to let the property know what time you'll be arriving in advance.
Check-out
From 7:30 AM to 10:00 AM
Cancellation/ prepayment
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Children & Beds

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.

No age restriction
There's no age requirement for check-in
Pets
Pets are not allowed.
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The fine print
Must-know information for guests at this property

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.

FAQs about Pukenui Lodge

  • Check-in at Pukenui Lodge is from 3:00 PM, and check-out is until 10:00 AM.

  • Yes, Pukenui Lodge is popular with guests booking family stays.

  • Room options at Pukenui Lodge include:

    • Double
    • Family
    • Triple
    • Quad
    • Twin
  • Pukenui Lodge offers the following activities/services (charges may apply):

    • Cycling
    • Hiking
    • Skiing
    • Game room
    • Ping-pong
    • Fishing
    • Canoeing
    • Mini golf
    • Bike tours
    • Horseback riding
  • Pukenui Lodge is 650 feet from the center of National Park. All distances are measured in straight lines. Actual travel distances may vary.

  • The prices at Pukenui Lodge may vary depending on your stay (e.g. dates, hotel's policy etc.). To see prices, enter your dates.