We stayed two nights with Boyd and Avis and were really glad we did. They were super friendly and hospitable and helped us arrange transport for the Tongariro Alpine Crossing as well as gave us some great advice for the hike. The room we stayed in was cosy - just make sure to keep the doors closed or curtains drawn to keep the little bugs out. We didn't have a problem with it. Breakfast was also very plentiful and yummy. Fast WiFi was awesome.

Boyd and Avis were very gracious hosts, and made sure we were well-informed about the house and town. They were friendly and made us feel at home. The room was cute and had everything we needed, and their dog was really sweet too! We even got breakfast in the morning before heading out on our hike.

Great location to be at if you're doing the tongariro Alpine crossing! Close the the town centre too which has a few places to eat. The cabin is tidy and has what you need for a night or two, Avis supplies a great selection for breakfast and is lovely to talk to. Recommend a stay here!

Such a lovely stay and family. We loved having our own private space especially after hiking the tangariro alpine crossing. They made us feel so welcomed. It was a great night of sleep and we were so pleased with our stay.

Had a pleasant stay with Boyd and Avis. Accommodations were great. Boyd had a lot of great advice and knowledge to share about Tongariro National Park. We had a great time talking about all kinds of things.

Staying at Boyd and Avis was a great decision! the room was cozy and clean, warm and comfy, the spread of breakfast was generous and filling (thanks for the Vegemite!), and Boyd and Avis were very accommodating and friendly hosts. We enjoyed our chat night and learnt a lot from the knowledgeable couple.

Loved their place and it was just what we needed!

Toilette und Bad im Haupthaus - bei Regen wird ein Schirm zur Verfügung gestellt!

Sherrie & Pete were warm & inviting people. Nothing is a problem for them. The cabin situated at the back of the house has everything you need(except the kitchen sink and a mirror for short people) Sherrie has her own veggie patch & even gave us some of her home made basil pesto... Yum! The cabin is in an ideal location for hiking the Tongariro Crossing, Thermal Pools & Trout fishing. Thankyou for the use of your cabin, it was lovely to meet you!

Sherrie and Carty were great! Very friendly and helpful. The cabin is isolated from their main house, so it's great. Overall great, I recommend it.

Lovely couple that let us feel home. We enjoyed our stay there :)

Sherrie and Pete were the most lovely and accommodating hosts. We thoroughly recommend staying at their place for anyone visiting Turangi. We undertook the Winter Tongariro Alpine Crossing and it was such a comfort to return to the heated studio after a long cold day. There were also heated blankets provided. Sherrie is also the first host I have encountered who has gone above and beyond to ask us what type of milk we would prefer, so thoughtful! My boyfriend forgot an item upon checking out, and Sherrie and Pete were kind enough to post it to us. Thank you for such a welcoming stay.

We had a great time staying at Splashy Rises - Sherrie and Pete were communicative, warm and welcoming. They provided everything we needed and more. The accommodations were comfortable, well-supplied, and had great access to everything in the area (including the Tongariro crossing). We would absolutely stay again next time we're in Turangi!

Wow, what a great place to stay for a number of days. So close to wonderful trout fishing. Very generous and hospitable hosts. Thank you Sherrie & Peter.

Sherrie and her husband made us feel so welcome in their home. The cabin has its own covered garden with table, chairs and barbecue which is very sheltered. While the kitchen sink is unusually, out in the garden, this is not a problem and inside the cabin Sherrie had thought of everything one might possibly need. We have never come across such a well stocked kitchen. She had provided us with home baked cookies on arrival, eggs, muffins, milk, butter, fresh coffee, teas, cereals, cooking herbs and oils. We were also free to help ourselves to their fruit and salad garden. We appreciated their advice on how to use the bbq and where to go for walks. We have fond memories of our stay there.

Lovely cabin, well located for Turangi and the Tongariro Crossing. Sherrie and Pete are fantastic hosts and really went out of their way to make us feel welcome, even taking us along to the hot pools at Tokaanu. Highly recommend and will definitely be staying here next time we're in the area.

Alan went above and beyond to ensure our family had an outstanding time on our vacation! From a fishing trip, to smoked trout meals and a New Years Eve dinner at the house with new friends, we appreciated them all tremendously! We had a wonderful time there and really appreciated the personable approach Alan had with us! Thank you!

Cosy and comfortable place to stay. Big expansive view and cute chickens and rabbits a bonus! Alan is a very friendly knowledgeable and interesting host. Thanks for a happy stay.

Nice and warm place to stay.

We loved our stay at Rivers Run! The booking was fairly last minute, with Alan responding almost immediately to particular questions and to the booking process. Our ferry was 3 hours late, making our arrival an inconvenient 10pm. From our first notification of late arrival, Alan assured us that it was okay, not to feel badly. His directions were clear and accurate, which we appreciated especially since arriving in the dark in a country setting. The grounds were appealing to us, out of a city for a nice change. We wished we could have stayed, to explore the grounds and the river. Alan was great in explaining the best walks about the property. The living unit was more than adequate! It was clean, and met our needs. We loved the fresh fruit and yummy biscuits and tea that Alan left for us. The beds and shower were comfortable. Especially notable was the electric blanket that welcomed us to a lovely, much-anticipated sleep.

Alan's home is an amazing place. Its near enough to the main road but yet far enough that's its a private compound. The night sky is clearly visible and surrounded by an amazing mountain range! Definitely a place I would like to return to!

Alan's place was amazing! I think he's underplayed how lovely his unit is. It was super clean, has everything you need for a relaxed stay. It's in a perfect location for shops, the mounting for skiing and snowboarding and the town. I will be back to stay again and I'd highly recommend anyone staying there.

Lovely peaceful and cosy place. Alan is a great host!

Beautiful house! Everything was great. The views are amazing! So quiet and peacefull

We arrived at the cabin and were greeted by a large cockroach, unmade beds, stained walls, and a general feeling of uncleanliness. With two small children I did not feel comfortable staying there, because they touch everything. We left and found different accomodation. Bruce did issue a full refund immediately upon request, which I appreciated. I would not recommend this property to anyone who is used to a basic level of cleanliness and comfort.

Awesome place to stay! Nice warm house, very accessible to restaurants and supermarket. Loved it!!

Very good location and near to all animates

A quaint little batch that takes you back in time. Only have to hope across the road to go fly fishing, a short walk into town or along the Tongariro River Walk.

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Perfect place to stay if your going to ruapehu and nice view...

Nice place, the amenities are plenty given the price, would stay again

We used this family batch as a base for trips around the area. Good location. It was all we needed, really. The house was clean and there was plenty of space for all of us. We are happy with our stay.

Great place to stay for the Tongariro Crossing and Lake Taupo (if you have a car). Shar was a fabulous host -- every time we got back in the house after a long day there was a fire burning in the fireplace, so we could warm ourselves up. Besides that we were lucky to have the whole house to ourselves and we enjoyed the stay very much.

Great location and very beautiful home. The bed is very comfortable... I loved the warm cozy sheets. The tea, bread and cereal were a plus. I would definitely stay again!!! Thanks for having us Shar!!!

Shar's place is perfect for anyone who wants to do the Alpine Crossing. Although we had only booked a room, Shar let us use the whole place over the two nights. She even made us a fire in the evening to make sure we were warm and toasty. Her place is quiet, homely and value for money.

Lovely spacious and private accommodation with easy access to Tongariro National Park and the Alpine Crossing. Thanks Suzanne!

Spacious and comfortable unit with a gracious hostess, basic furnishings and lacking some of the extras like a hair dryer

We had a wonderful time at Suzannes place. Pleasant surprise: the appartment is way bigger than it looks in the pictures :) It is situated very close to everything you might need - I absolutely recommend it!

Highly recommended! Suzanne is the best and the picture doesnt do it justice.

Really nice place and lovely host! Great location. Couldn't have asked for more :)

Spacious apartment with all the amenities you could desire. We loved having a full kitchen. There were plenty of windows to allow in natural light which made the space seem even bigger. Lovely patio out front where we ate breakfast and enjoyed the privacy created from Suzanne's beautiful garden landscape. Would definitely recommend.

Suzanne's little 'wing' off the end of her house is very clean and private. It is situated just a 2 minute stroll to the magnificent Tongariro River, and surrounded by lovely garden and lawn. Suzanne herself is very helpful and responsive - very easy to communicate with. There is everything here that will make your stay in Turangi comfortable (no fire however), but the provisions are very good and it is in a clean, safe and quiet part of town, just a 5 minute stroll to the Turangi centre. Great value for money!

we were welcomed by Santina's parents who are really nice people (her dad offered us a wine of his own production!). Santin's place is really tidy and clean, rooms are large and kitchen is practical. The house is closed to the turangi shopping center and I site, great to pre book your touristic activities. The place is ideally located for the various best local touristic activities . We recommend the place for trampers and families

Sabrina's house has everything you need to relax and either explore the area around Turangi or just rest up for a couple of days ( like we did) in a quiet, peaceful location. Would recommend.

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Santina's place is outstanding! I've never been in an airbnb full home with such a wide range of facilities. Everything is there! Santina (and her parents) provides towels, linens, some brochures from the surrounding area and all staff needed for cooking. She answers very quickly and is always there if you have questions. The house is easy to find and completely clean, especially the lounge area is great for a relaxed evening. I highly recommend renting this place if you want to make the Tongariro Crossing or enjoy the southern part of Lake Taupo. Even if it looks a little bit more expensive than the Airbnb's in the neighbourhood, it's totally worth it!

Very clean house, provides you with everything you need! Great communication with the friendly host! Would absolutely recommend this place :)

Located nearby Tongariro River as well as the town center, this was a perfect place for us who visited there for fly fishing

Santina had a good communication with us and answered quickly. Santina's parents were very welcoming and nice people. The house is very clean, tidy, comfortable and close to Tongariro Alping Crossing. A good place, quiet.

A wonderful stay in a wonderful house! This accommodation offers everything you need to feel home! Fully equipped kitchen, comfort beds and a good bathroom! Everything is clean and new. We stayed at the "Casa Nostra" over the Christmas days and we couldn't have made a better decision! Absolutely recommendable!

Very cool cabin! Great place to stay if you're doing the tongariro crossing as they have a lovely hot pool for aching muscles.

Lovely cosy place to stay. Geothermal pool a bonus!

Clara and Chris are very hospitable from booking to leaving. The location is great for a getaway retreat and even better with their friendly pups.

Total dépaysement total dans un endroit sympa avec un accueil très chaleureux. A réserver si de passage dans la region.

I was looking for reasonably priced quirky and unusual accommodation in an interesting location with friendly hosts and this location ticked all of those boxes. The whare is detached from the main house and I found it rustic, basic, comfortable, warm and cosy. It has a sense of isolation and a connection to the outdoors. Creatures rattled on the roof. The night sky is amazing. The short walk to the old wharf to watch the sunset, or sunrise as I did is well worth it for the light and the views. Clara's hospitality is very informal and she made me welcome and showed me where everything was straight away which enabled me to settle in. It was good to know that I could use the kitchen if I needed to. Breakfast was toast and jam with a mug of very nice tea. Turangi is 5km away and all human life is there waiting to complete the Tongariro Alpine Crossing. The town has a supermarket, fast food and other amenities.

Pros -friendly, easy-going hosts -good location -great price -friendly dogs Cons -bugs can easily get into the cottage/sleeping room -bathroom/toilet requires walking outside to the back of the main house

We had a great one night stay at Clara's place. The room was as described, very cosy! Bathroom was very clean and we were welcomed to use the whole house as we pleased. We arrived late and Clara was awake to show us around. The pets made the stay extra special. Thanks Clara and Chris!

Very unique cabin in a quiet place off the main road. The cabin was clean and cozy, with a comfortable bed. Clara and Chris were very friendly and we had a great chat. Later they filled their thermal hot pool, and we soaked in there for half hour. Overall, a great place to stay after a long day of hiking!

Such a beautiful place to relax and enjoy the nature. Nestled at the northern end of the park, it has a great greenery and a sweet puppy to play with. Breakfast was yogurt parfait and a professional level cappuccino, with bread and honey/jams. It was a great experience overall.

Maryke has the best positioned bnb in Turangi. This little gem is situated right on the river, with spectacular views of the mountains. A walking trail by the river is right outside your door, and yet it is private and secluded. It is so beautiful to hear the river run whilst lying in bed! Breakfasts are a substantial affair, with fruit salads (including some picked fresh from Maryke's garden ), fresh squeezed juices, yoghurts, etc. Cooked breakfasts are sensational! Excellent room amenities, including large modern bathroom with a huge shower. Turangi has no water restrictions and the showers are hot with plenty of volume. Great shower head. The room has a closet and private tea making facilities. There is a tv, and wifi is strong and consistent - no problems there. Bed is comfy, and bed linen and towels are of superior quality. There is also a conservatory / glass verandah for personal use overlooking the mountains. So relaxing. Maryke is a born host, and with many years experience of managing the Turangi Information Centre, she is the perfect host to advise on what to do in the area. Maryke has a sparkling personality, but is also respectful of needs and privacy. This place is both a delight and a bargain. Do yourself a favour!

Maryke made us really welcome and went out of her way to fit in with our arrival. The accommodation was great, easy walking distance to town. We food a great place to eat The Mustard Seed. It was a really good breakfast, nothing was too much trouble. She is a lovely, friendly person.

Perfect place for spending the night if traveling onward. Thermal hot springs not far away, and must go to soak if staying. Good value and pleasant company.

Maryke will go out her way to make you feel at home. We were even invited to her NYE party with her neighbours and friends! Good location, nice and comfortable and the cutest dog to boot.

Maryke is the perfect host - knowledgeable and attentive. Her house is right next to the river and the views are lovely. The room and breakfast were excellent. Locally we enjoyed the pub and the hot pools. All in all a very pleasant visit.

Had a wonderful stay with Maryke, was more than accommodating, helped us out so much and very informative/friendly

Mayke's place is fantastic. It is right on the Tongariro River with walking trails along the river and great fishing. It is very quiet with the sounds of birds singing and the river running by. Also, her house is very comfortable with lots of space. The bathroom has a wonderful shower. The breakfast she privided included homemade yogurt, poached eggs on toast and espresso.

A lovely place to stay! Terri and her family are friendly and very helpful. The dogs are so cute ;-)

Enjoyed our stay in Terri's attic conversion, we were made to feel right at home.

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We stayed for one night, the room upstairs had everything we needed. Terri was friendly and gave us also tips for sightseeing and offered us breakfast too. Lovely stay!

Allan was very pleasant and smiling. Was prepared to go the extra mile to help.

Annette was a very friendly and easy going host, what it made to a awesome stay in her home for us. She has a lovely home, very clean and everything we needed was there. We would love to go there again!

Annette was a lovely host and helped us get our bearings around Turangi. Great value for the room, just what we needed for our quick stopover.

Annette is a welcoming and nice host, smart and knowledgeable as well. It's a pleasure to talk with her. She just made us feel like at home and gave us great tips for travelling. We love her place, tidy and clean. If we come to Taupo again, we'll still choose her place!

We had a nice stay, the area around the Nationalpark is stunning and amazing to discover. Thanks and all the best.

Netty was a great host! Very welcoming and friendly. She helped us sort out all of the details for the Tongariro Crossing, and gave us other good suggestions for activities in the local area. Her house was neat, tidy and had great decor. Would definitely recommend!

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Annette is one of the most kindly person we ever met! She's friendly, funny and always helps her guests. She deserves the title of the superhost! Whero (cat) is fluffy and cute. Annette house is nice and in a lovely green spot, however it is close to turangi centre. All in all we spent 5 nice days at Annettes place and were sad to leave her. We can definitely recommend her!

We enjoyed staying at Netty's place; the space is comfortable, friendly, and it was a great place to rest after exploring the area!

Rachele's home is simply beautiful. It has an amazing, spacious and green garden, just steps away from walking trails. The house is in a peaceful and secluded location, but only a short drive to the city centre. The flat itself is tastefully decorated, with lots of space, and super comfy beds. Rachele is friendly and helpful - I cannot recommend her more - perfect for everyone exploring the Tongariro and Taupo regions.

The unit is within a house..very nice and quiet, suited us perfectly. Rachele waited for us (even though we had no internet to let her know our eta)...we arrived almost dark, so she was a welcome sight! It was freezing outside and she had turned on the heater to welcome us, what a treat! The unit is neat and lovely. Kitchen is well equiped w new(!) stainless steel cookware(not non stick nonsense). We highly recommend this place. The river is at the end of the road and worth a visit! We met a couple of blokes who had caught some trout and they pointed us to the Trout Centre nearby which we thoroughly enjoyed. Recommended!

We totally love Rachele's place, the most comfy one during our three-week trip. It is good size for us two people, bright with lots of daylight, simple decor, surrounded by beautiful garden. Walking trails are just steps away, seriously! We met Rachele only briefly the first night, as she is going away to meet her family, but we had all we needed, as everything was perfectly organized. Highly recommend!

Rachele's place was a lovely place for us to stay surrounded by an idyllic wonderful garden. The communication with Rachele worked out perfect, her home was very tidy and the bed very comfy. We slept very good because it was so quiet and peaceful. We definitely recommend this place, thank you so much!

A clean, comfortable place good for us as a one night stop over, on our way to Wellington. We did the walk, from the house, in the morning to the little suspension bridge. Great location.

Nice apartment, spotlessly clean and beautiful backyard and outside area. Perfect place to stay for the Tongariro Crossing.

Rachele is the best host on earth and her place is unbelievably beautiful! The flat is downstairs of a beautiful 2-storey-house in a stunning garden...just at the end of the garden a nice walking trek begins! The flat is well-equipped and Rachele had already organised a travel cot,changing table and toys for our son! There couldn't have been a warmer welcome. We immediately felt being at home! Rachele even babysitted and we could have a nice dinner together....awesome! Seriously, we can recommend Rachele and her flat very much! We would love to come back!!!

Rachele's place is a paradise for our family. The garden is amazing,all the hard work is worthwhile. Comfy,laid back atmosphere, everything in kitchen is hand on and the best part is backyard hiking route along the river, there is a swing bridge too~ heaps of fun surrounding~ thanks for your kind advise and care. Hope to stay longer next time.

Highly recommended.

You will be more than thrilled with this AirBnB ! The Location couldn't be better. The Flat had everything we needed for 4 people. Super clean and built out like a home. Amazing views of the Turangi Valley and close to all the major sites. Peaceful ! And you can see STAR's !!! Just a beautiful place to stay. ENJOY Unfortunately, we didn't get the opportunity to meet Kara and her family. But I can tell you she was a wonderful host. She responded within minutes anytime we contacted her. Have fun.

Karalee was so prompt in communication and her place is amazing! Clean and spacious with everything we needed. The spa pool was lovely to relax in after the day was done and the views from the balcony are beautiful. They even brought us a fresh loaf of baked bread and gave us access to the bikes to ride to town. The front bedroom has a bit of traffic noise but the bigger bedroom is quieter. We would most definitely stay here again!

Agréable maison comprenant 2 appartements séparés. Nous étions à l'étage et nous avons apprécié cet appartement tout équipé. Kara est une hôte très disponible et compréhensive! Nous avons apprécié ses petites attentions.

Beautiful place that absolutely exceeded our expectations. Great communication with the hosts. Couldn't have chosen a better place to stay.

Perfect place. So well furnished and with great views! The best lighting we have seen through a month in NZ. The kitchen is great to work in. Kara was very helpful in her communication and made us feel welcome. Hot tub was fantastic.

Homely, comfortable house. Bed was very comfortable to sleep on. Easy walk to town. Kara responded immediately and was very informative about local attractions. We even had a surprise of freshly baked bread.

The Perch is a great place to stay. Comfirtable, beautifully furnished with a great view. We enjoyed the hot tub and wood stove on a chilly night. Fresh bread on arrival! I wish we could have stayed another night or two.

This was an ok visit but people should be aware that it is a hotel lodge or cabin and the available amenities reflected that. Peaceful surroundings but also close to the town of Turangi if you need supplies. Average value for money

The place is on a very beautiful lake side area. It is not far from the highway, easy to find, but far enough so it is very quiet. The house is spacious and clean, sunset was very nice. Front desk was friendly and provided us with very useful information to enjoy our stay. Anyway we liked it.

Picturesque area and comfortable chalet but very dated and hence I feel overpriced. The restaurant has terrible service- do not eat there.

Really nice cottage, lots of space and very bright.

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Fantastic place. Must stay here if you visit Turangi/Tongariro/Taupo. Villa has everything you need and has a fantastic view. Very friendly staffs welcoming you on arrival/ leave. I would visit here again any time.

Compared to all the other NZ accomadation we stayed in during this trip,this house was overpriced.Had a feel of a 1970s motel.

We loved our stay at the Tongariro Lodge Villas! We were there for a couple of nights and it was the perfect place to stay at for the Tongariro Alpine crossing. The villa was nicely appointed and had everything we needed and the grounds were absolutely lovely. We enjoyed meeting Bo, the friendly camp dog. The only thing I would improve would be to add air conditioning in the bedrooms. It got quite warm one of the days we were there. Thank you!