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Reviews
9.2 out of 10
Wonderful
4 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 10
Popular amenities
Explore the area

National Park, Raurimu
- Place, Marton Sash and Door Cycling Park6 min drive
- Place, Raurimu Spiral8 min drive
- Place, Tongariro National Park9 min drive
Rooms & beds
4 bedrooms (sleeps 10)
Bedroom 1
1 Queen Bed
Bedroom 2
1 Twin Bed and 2 Twin Bunk Beds
Bedroom 3
1 Twin Bed and 1 Queen Bed
Bedroom 4
1 Twin Bed and 1 Queen Bed
Lounge
1 Double Futon
1 bathroom
Bathroom
Bathtub or shower
Spaces
Deck or patio
Kitchen
Balcony
Dining area
About this property
Hukapapa Lodge Tuakana
Planning a holiday in the snow or just wanting to experience the magical Central Plateau. Then you can't go past Hukapapa Lodge. From the huge deck you can enjoy a hot coffee in the morning sun, view the mist rising over tranquil Raurimu, and watch the train going over the world renowned Raurimu Spiral. Visit the Raurimu Rex, cleverly sculptured out of driftwood, so popular with the kids. Get your ski gear on and hit the slopes. Only 20 mins to Whakapapa ski field. After a hard day of fun and adventure, kick back and relax in front of a blazing hot fire, or head off to the hot pools in Tokaanu. The friendly neighbors at Wades Landing have a licensed bar, and a restaurant that serves good value, hearty meals. A five min drive to National Park, and you'll find several bars and restaurants and a service station/grocery shop, where you can buy petrol and all your supplies.
This comfortable family home is fully equipped to give you the R and R you deserve. Easy to find on SH4, Raurimu. The handy location allows you to enjoy all the activities in Tongariro’s National Park – skiing, snowboarding, cycling, golfing, walking the Tongariro crossing or tramping the various walks in National Park. The Tokaanu hot pools, which are only 40 mins away, are just what you need after a hard day on the slopes.
Hukapapa Tuakana is one of two homes on the same property. Hukapapa Teina is a 2 bdrm unit (See listing for Hukapapa Teina). If you wish to book both properties for a large group or whanau, discounts may apply, POA.
Refurbished kitchen, with full sized amenities to cater for big groups. Very spacious open plan with high ceilings in lounge, large bedrooms and deck and a blazing hot woodfire that heats the whole house.
Special conditions:
Linen can be supplied for $10 per person per stay, otherwise please bring your own sheets, pillow cases and towels.
Blankets, duvets, pillows and tea towels are provided.
Cleaning service is available for a fee of $60. If you want this service please advise us before your stay.
For extra adults or children, please email any enquiries.
Smoking allowed outside only.
A max. 6 people only on top deck at any one time.
NOTE: Under Kiwi bach tradition you are expected to: Clean the house and do the dishes before you leave.
This comfortable family home is fully equipped to give you the R and R you deserve. Easy to find on SH4, Raurimu. The handy location allows you to enjoy all the activities in Tongariro’s National Park – skiing, snowboarding, cycling, golfing, walking the Tongariro crossing or tramping the various walks in National Park. The Tokaanu hot pools, which are only 40 mins away, are just what you need after a hard day on the slopes.
Hukapapa Tuakana is one of two homes on the same property. Hukapapa Teina is a 2 bdrm unit (See listing for Hukapapa Teina). If you wish to book both properties for a large group or whanau, discounts may apply, POA.
Refurbished kitchen, with full sized amenities to cater for big groups. Very spacious open plan with high ceilings in lounge, large bedrooms and deck and a blazing hot woodfire that heats the whole house.
Special conditions:
Linen can be supplied for $10 per person per stay, otherwise please bring your own sheets, pillow cases and towels.
Blankets, duvets, pillows and tea towels are provided.
Cleaning service is available for a fee of $60. If you want this service please advise us before your stay.
For extra adults or children, please email any enquiries.
Smoking allowed outside only.
A max. 6 people only on top deck at any one time.
NOTE: Under Kiwi bach tradition you are expected to: Clean the house and do the dishes before you leave.
Our prices include all fees. No hidden fees.
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Amenities
Kitchen
Washer
Dryer
Outdoor Space
Parking available
Fireplace
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House Rules
Check in after 2:00 PM
Check out before 11:00 AM
Children
Children allowed: ages 0-17
Events
No events allowed
Pets
No pets allowed
Smoking
Smoking is not permitted
Smoking outside on front and back decks.
Important information
You need to know
Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card, or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector with you on the trip
Host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property
About the neighborhood
Raurimu
Raurimu is home to this vacation home. Raurimu Spiral and Te Porere Redoubt are local landmarks, and the area's natural beauty can be seen at Tongariro National Park and Marton Sash and Door Cycling Park. Discover the area's water adventures with fishing nearby, or enjoy the great outdoors with mountain biking and hiking/biking trails.

National Park, Raurimu
What's nearby
- Marton Sash and Door Cycling Park - 6 min drive - 8.3 km
- Fishers Track - 6 min drive - 8.3 km
- Raurimu Spiral - 8 min drive - 2.9 km
- Tongariro National Park - 9 min drive - 15.0 km
- Ohinetonga Scenic Reserve - 12 min drive - 18.0 km
Restaurants
- Schnapps Bar - 4 min drive
- Spiral Bar - 4 min drive
- Macrocarpa Cafe - 4 min drive
- AmyJade’s - 4 min drive
- Eivins Bar - 4 min drive
Frequently asked questions
Reviews
9.2
Wonderful
Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labeled.
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Cleanliness
9.6/10
Check-in
9.8/10
Communication
9.4/10
Location
9.4/10
Listing accuracy
Reviews
Verified
Aug 11, 2023
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2023
Verified
10/10 Excellent
Yama A.
Jul 10, 2023
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Recommended!
Yama A.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2023
Verified
8/10 Good
Joanna O.
Sep 12, 2023
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Handy to the mountain, great for groups
Joanna O.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2023
Verified
8/10 Good
De Vries P.
Aug 21, 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Exciting
De Vries P.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2024
Verified
10/10 Excellent
Ilze B.
Jul 28, 2023
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Little home away from home
Ilze B.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2023
Verified
8/10 Good
Angeline V.
Aug 27, 2023
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Smiles all over
Angeline V.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2023
Verified
8/10 Good
Pyae Phyo M.
Jul 8, 2020
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, listing accuracy
Nice, Quite.
Pyae Phyo M.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2020
Verified
8/10 Good
Josie N.
Aug 31, 2023
Liked: Check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Our stay at Hukapapa Lodge
Josie N.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2023
Verified
8/10 Good
Kinga H.
Sep 22, 2024
Liked: Check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Disliked: Cleanliness
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Kinga H.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2024
Verified
6/10 Okay
Pravinesh N.
Apr 10, 2023
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, listing accuracy
Disliked: Location
Facility
Pravinesh N.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2023
Verified
8/10 Good
Alvin V.
Aug 13, 2023
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Handy spot
Alvin V.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2023
Verified
10/10 Excellent
Tee E.
Jul 21, 2022
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Awesome
Tee E.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2022
Verified
6/10 Okay
Sean R.
Jul 21, 2022
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Good location for switching off
Sean R.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2022
Verified
10/10 Excellent
Yaeesh A.
Jun 30, 2022
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Perfect little family get away
Yaeesh A.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2022
Verified
8/10 Good
Kirsten I.
Sep 30, 2021
Liked: Cleanliness, communication, location, listing accuracy
Amazing
Kirsten I.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2021
Verified
10/10 Excellent
Sarah W.
Aug 12, 2021
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great snow house
Sarah W.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2021
Verified
10/10 Excellent
Margaret T.
Aug 12, 2021
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Whanaungatanga
Margaret T.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2021
Verified
8/10 Good
RoseMarie E.
Aug 8, 2021
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great place to stay
RoseMarie E.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2021
Verified
6/10 Okay
joni t.
Aug 5, 2021
Liked: Check-in, communication, location
Great location
joni t.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2021
Verified
10/10 Excellent
Chantelle T.
Aug 3, 2021
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great property, close to everything
Chantelle T.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2021
Verified
10/10 Excellent
Lilly F.
Jul 27, 2021
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Fambam Holiday
Lilly F.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2021
Verified
10/10 Excellent
Bronwyn H.
Jul 15, 2021
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We really enjoyed our stay. The house was well set up with everything that we needed
Bronwyn H.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2021
Verified
10/10 Excellent
Andrew F.
Jun 20, 2021
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great
Andrew F.
Verified
10/10 Excellent
Leon R.
Apr 8, 2021
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great spot
Leon R.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2021
Verified
10/10 Excellent
charlie b.
Jan 20, 2021
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great for a mixed group
charlie b.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2021
About the host
Hosted by kawhan435
What makes this property unique
Blazing hot woodfire warms the whole house and supplies unlimited hot water.
Languages:
English
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