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Settlers Motel

3.0 star property
Family-friendly hotel with indoor pool and Hot tub

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Family Room, 3 Bedrooms | Private kitchen
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Family Room, 3 Bedrooms
Property grounds

Reviews

8.8 out of 10
Excellent

Popular amenities

  • Hot tub
  • Pet-friendly
  • Air conditioning
  • Pool
  • Kitchen
  • Housekeeping

Explore the area

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24 Te Arahori Street, 24, Turangi, Waikato, 3334
  • Place, Turangi i-SITE Visitor Centre
    ‪3 min walk‬
  • Place, Tongariro Alpine Crossing
  • Place, Tokaanu Thermal Pools
    ‪5 min drive‬
  • Airport, Taupō Airport (TUO)
    ‪46 min drive‬

Room options

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Iron/ironing board, free cots/infant beds, free WiFi, bed sheets

Twin Studio

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)

Highlights

Patio
Garden
Air conditioning
Free cots/infant beds
Kitchen
Fridge
LCD TV
Hairdryer
  • 25 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Double Bed and 1 Twin Bed

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Iron/ironing board, free cots/infant beds, free WiFi, bed sheets

Queen Studio

Highlights

Patio
Garden
Air conditioning
Free cots/infant beds
Kitchen
Fridge
LCD TV
Hairdryer
  • 25 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Queen Bed and 1 Twin Bed

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Superior Studio

Superior Studio

Highlights

Patio
Garden
Air conditioning
Free cots/infant beds
Kitchen
Fridge
LCD TV
Hairdryer
  • 25 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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Family Room, 2 Bedrooms

Family Room, 2 Bedrooms

Highlights

Patio
Garden
Air conditioning
Free cots/infant beds
Kitchen
Fridge
LCD TV
Separate bedroom
  • 55 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 6
  • 1 Queen Bed, 2 Twin Beds and 1 Double Sofa Bed

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Family Room, 3 Bedrooms

Family Room, 3 Bedrooms

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)

Highlights

Patio
Garden
Air conditioning
Free cots/infant beds
Kitchen
Fridge
LCD TV
2 bedrooms
  • 72 sq m
  • 2 bedrooms
  • Sleeps 7
  • 1 Queen Bed and 5 Twin Beds

About the area

Turangi

A family-friendly stay in the heart of Turangi awaits you at Settlers Motel. You'll be within a 5-minute walk of Turangi i-SITE Visitor Centre and 2.9 km (1.8 mi) from River Vineyard. Highlights at this hotel include an indoor swimming pool, and in-room kitchens and free WiFi. .Enjoy the Hot tub along with access to bike hire and a playground. Added amenities include free Wi-Fi in public areas and laundry facilities. There's also free self parking, along with the convenience of an area shuttle. .Attractions within a 10-minute drive of this 3-property class Turangi hotel include Tongariro National Park and Lake Taupō.

What's nearby

  • Turangi i-SITE Visitor Centre - 3 min walk - 0.3 km
  • Tongariro National Trout Centre - 3 min drive - 4.0 km
  • Tokaanu Thermal Pools - 5 min drive - 6.8 km
  • Lake Taupō - 6 min drive - 8.2 km
  • River Vineyard - 10 min drive - 1.8 km

Getting around

  • Taupō Airport (TUO) - 37 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Turangi Fish & Chips, Chicken & Roast - ‬5 min walk
  • ‪Delta Coffee - ‬12 min walk
  • ‪Riverside Bar & Restaurant - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪Turangi Bridge Motel - ‬12 min walk
  • ‪Ky Fast Food - ‬6 min walk

About this property

Settlers Motel

Family-friendly hotel with indoor pool and Hot tub
Settlers Motel offers its guests an indoor pool and Access to hot tub. WiFi is free in public spaces. An area shuttle within 0 kilometres and a bus station shuttle are available for a fee. A terrace, barbecue grills, and tour/ticket assistance are also featured at the family-friendly Settlers Motel. Self parking is free.

Smoking is allowed in designated areas at this 3-star Turangi hotel.

  • 8 guestrooms or units
  • 4 buildings
  • Built in 1965
  • Self-service laundry
  • Front desk (limited hours)
  • Storage area for luggage
  • Front desk safe
  • Tour and ticket information
  • Terrace
  • Garden
  • BBQ grill(s)
  • Outdoor picnic space
  • Smoking in designated areas
Settlers Motel offers 8 air-conditioned accommodations with a hairdryer and an iron/ironing board. Rooms open to patios. Accommodation at this 3-star hotel has kitchens with fridges, microwaves and kitchenware and utensils. Bathrooms include a shower and complimentary toiletries.

Guests can surf the web using the complimentary wireless Internet access (speed: 250+ Mbps (good for 3–5 people or up to 10 devices)). 32-inch LCD televisions come with premium satellite channels. Change of towels and change of bedsheets can be requested. Housekeeping is provided on a daily basis.

There are 2 indoor/outdoor hot springs open between 10:00 AM and 9:00 PM.

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • In-room WiFi speed: 250+ Mbps (good for 3–5 people or up to 10 devices)
  • Free in-room WiFi has a 7-device limit
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Airport shuttle on request
  • Area shuttle (surcharge)
  • Bus station shuttle (surcharge)
  • Free uncovered self parking on site
  • Free extended parking on site

Things to do

  • 18-hole adjacent golf course
  • 2 indoor/outdoor hot springs
  • Bicycle rentals
  • Bicycle storage
  • Golf clubhouse
  • Golf clubs/equipment
  • Helicopter/aeroplane tours
  • Hot tub
  • Indoor pool
  • Playground

Family friendly

  • Baby bath
  • Children's games
  • High chair
  • In-room cot
  • In-room kitchen
  • In-room microwave
  • In-room refrigerator
  • Indoor pool
  • Laundry facilities
  • Playground
  • Trampoline

Conveniences

  • Laundry facilities
  • Limited-hour front desk
  • Luggage storage
  • Safe at front desk

Guest services

  • Change of bedsheets (on request)
  • Change of towels on request
  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Tour and ticket assistance

Outdoors

  • Barbecue grill
  • Garden
  • Picnic area
  • Terrace

Spa

  • 2 indoor/outdoor hot springs
  • Hot springs open from 10:00 AM - 9:00 PM
  • Hot springs water temperature - 40 ºC

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Handrails in stairways
  • Upper floors accessible by stairs only

More

  • 4 buildings
  • At least 10% of profits reinvested in community and sustainability
  • At least 80% lighting from LEDs
  • Built in 1965
  • Comprehensive food waste policy
  • Comprehensive recycling policy
  • Designated smoking areas
  • Humane treatment of captive wild animals
  • Locally-owned and organised tours and activities
  • No plastic coffee stirrers
  • No plastic drinking straws
  • No plastic water bottles
  • Reusable cups
  • Reusable tableware
  • Traditional architecture

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided
  • Free cot

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Shower
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • 32-inch LCD TV with premium satellite channels

Food and drink

  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Electric kettle
  • Kitchen
  • Microwave
  • Refrigerator

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Bulk dispensers for toiletries
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Water-efficient showers
  • Water-efficient toilets

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; check-in end time: 9:00 PM
Early check-in subject to availability
Contactless check-in and check-out are available
Minimum check-in age - 18

Check-out

Check-out before 10:00 AM
Late check-out subject to availability
Late check-out fee: NZD 25

Special check-in instructions

This property offers transfers from the airport (surcharges may apply); guests must contact the property with arrival details before travel, using the contact information on the booking confirmation
The front desk is open daily from 7 AM - 9 PM
Guests planning to arrive outside of normal check-in hours must contact the property in advance for check-in instructions and lockbox information; front desk staffed during limited hours
To make arrangements for check-in please contact the property at least 24 hours before arrival using the information on the booking confirmation
If you are planning to arrive after 7:00 PM please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation

Access methods

Front desk (limited hours), lockbox

Pets

  • Pets are welcome and stay free

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Free cots (infant beds)!

Payment types

Important information

Optional extras

The fees and deposits listed below will be charged at the time of service, check-in, or check-out.

  • Late check-out fee: NZD 25 (subject to availability)

This may not be a comprehensive list. Fees and deposits are subject to change and might not include tax.

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
The name on the credit card used at check-in to pay for incidentals must be the primary name on the guestroom reservation
This property accepts credit cards, debit cards and cash
Cashless transactions are available
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a security system and a first aid kit
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A cash deposit, credit card or debit card for incidental charges and government-issued photo identification may be required upon check-in.
Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in. Special requests can't be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.
    This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business or profession. The name on the credit card used at check-in to pay for incidentals must be the primary name on the guest room reservation. This property accepts Visa, Mastercard, debit cards and cash.
    For guests' safety, the property includes a fire extinguisher, a security system and a first aid kit in all accommodation. Cashless payment methods are available for all transactions.

We should mention

  • Pool access available from 2:00 PM to 8:30 PM
  • Hot springs access available from 10:00 AM to 9:00 PM.
  • Alcohol isn't served at Settlers Motel.
  • Free in-room WiFi has a 7-device limit.

National rating

For the benefit of our customers, we have provided a rating based on our ratings system.

Property is also known as

Settlers Motel
Settlers Motel Turangi
Settlers Turangi

Frequently asked questions

What is the cancellation policy at Settlers Motel?

Settlers Motel offers free cancellation on select room rates. Check out the cancellation policy for more info.

Is parking available at Settlers Motel?

Yep, Settlers Motel has a free self car park and free extended parking.

Are there any beaches close to Settlers Motel?

The closest beach to Settlers Motel is Kuratau Jetty (11.2 km).

Does Settlers Motel have a pool?

Settlers Motel has an indoor pool. The pool is open 2:00 PM to 8:30 PM.

What makes Settlers Motel a romantic place to stay?

1 hot tub, plus private patios in the guestrooms, help set the scene for a romantic weekend at Settlers Motel.

Is Settlers Motel family-friendly?

You bet! With amenities such as a playground and laundry facilities, as well as highchairs and baby baths in the guestrooms, it's no surprise that Settlers Motel is a hit with families.

Is there a free airport shuttle available at Settlers Motel?

No, Settlers Motel does not offer an airport shuttle service.

What time are check-in & check-out at Settlers Motel?

Check-in begins at 2:00 PM. Check-out time is 10:00 AM.

Is there a golf course on site at Settlers Motel?

There is a golf course next to Settlers Motel.

Reviews

Settlers Motel Reviews

8.8

Excellent

9.2/10

Cleanliness

9.2/10

Staff & service

8.8/10

Amenities

8.6/10

Property conditions & facilities

8.6/10

Eco-friendliness
Rating 10 - Excellent. 135 out of 276 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 115 out of 276 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 21 out of 276 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 4 out of 276 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 1 out of 276 reviews

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

V

Travelled with family, Travelled with pets
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Greeted with warmth and kindness, fully prepared for having a dog and the facilities were spotless. Great location and perfect for a dog. We will be back and have shared our experience with family and friends.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2022

8/10 Good

Spencer

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

A little patch of old school…

Settlers is a quaint little motel. We were in Turangi for the fly fishing and the river is nearby. The room was spotless and comfortable. It is not modern or flash. Donna is a wonderful, chatty and helpful host.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2022

10/10 Excellent

Kasuni and

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
One of best place
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2022

10/10 Excellent

Steve

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Good ole’ Kiwi motel!

Lovely lady hosting. Very clean room. Bathroom also very clean. Good hot shower. Cool good ole’ Kiwi motel.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2022

8/10 Good

Luke

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Nice and quiet until the road noise kicks in, but not much can be done about that being so close to the road.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2022

10/10 Excellent

Avinash

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Relaxing stopover

Very relaxing
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2022

6/10 Okay

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, room comfort

Comfortable stay

Comfortable stay. Nice large room. Wifi did not work. The owner was a really nice lady and made you feel welcome. 5 minute walking distance to local bar, supermarket, Burger King as well as close to walking track and lake fishing.
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2022

10/10 Excellent

Dianne

Stayed 1 night in Dec 2021

6/10 Okay

Verified traveller

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness

Overnight stay

Small motel allow dogs to stay. A bit dated motel but really clean inside. Overnight stay is enough.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2021

10/10 Excellent

robyn

Travelled with family, Travelled with pets
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Excellent property. Particularly for our wee fur babies. Very friendly staff and super comfy bed. Highly recommended
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2021

6/10 Okay

Sue

Stayed 1 night in Oct 2021

10/10 Excellent

Danielle

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Great family catch up, lovely host in Donna. Would recommend this to anyone.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2021

4/10 Poor

John

Travelled with family and small children
Disliked: Staff & service
Due to Palmerston North and BP Connect in Taihape becoming a place of interest , and we had been in/at both after the Auckland truck drivers visits we had to cancel our booking. I could not make contact with Expedia to cancel our booking and rang the motel ,left a message, then rang again to ensure they had actioned my cancellation. The lady at the motel said she was not happy about us cancelling and was rather unpleasant about the whole situation.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2021

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The hostess was very helpful in showing us the different locations around we required also the unit was the cleaniest place i had stay at an we had a spa while we were there it was the cleanest spa also the best ive ever had. 5star clean
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2021

10/10 Excellent

Manaia

Liked: Staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2021

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We liked everything, its not the first time that we have stayed at the Motel. Donna was very friendly and help full. It is always nice when you can stay somewhere and just relax. Will definitely stay there again.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2021

8/10 Good

Verified traveller

Travelled with family and small children
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
good stop easy to find friendly welcome
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2021

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Travelled with family and small children
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Nice Stay, would stay again
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2021

6/10 Okay

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
well located for where the conference was held, central to the town.
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2021

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Travelled with family, Travelled with family and small children
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Very good staff. Rooms spacious. Great location. Excellent surrounds. Facilities need updating.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2021

10/10 Excellent

Avinash

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Quite stay

Had a quiet night
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2021

10/10 Excellent

Ken

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Settlers Motel

You would find it difficult to find better accommodation than this in the area.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2021

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Very clean and tidy. Unit was warm as host had turned heat pump on prior to checking in. Excellent service. Made to feel very welcome
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2021

8/10 Good

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
I sent in a previous review but on reflection the check in was thorough if not a bit long but the service was excellent, units spotless and quiet. A little tired looking but clean.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2021

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Travelled with family
Liked: Staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great private Spa awesome roomy family unit, warm room and helpful down to earth Host.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2021