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4.1 out of 5

"Comfortable, great views " More

By a verified traveller on Sun 10 Dec 2023

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Hotel Description

At Waiouru Welcome Inn, you'll be 0.5 km (0.3 mi) from National Army Museum and 26.5 km (16.5 mi) from Big Carrot. Highlights at this motel include free in-room WiFi.

This motel has free WiFi in public areas and barbecue grills. There's also the convenience of free self parking.

Attractions in proximity to this 3-star Waiouru motel include Mount Ruapehu and Tongariro National Park.

Studio, 2 Single beds

Bed Count room.options.bedSize.TwinXLBed Maximum Occupancy 3 Max
NZ$103* Per night/room 30 Mar. - 31 Mar.

Family Studio

Bed Count 1 Queen Bed Maximum Occupancy 4 Max

Studio Accessible

Bed Count 1 Twin Bed Maximum Occupancy 2 Max

Studio, Twin Bed

Bed Count room.options.bedSize.TwinXLBed Maximum Occupancy 3 Max

Studio, Queen Bed

Bed Count 1 Queen Bed Maximum Occupancy 3 Max

Triple Room, Double Bed

Bed Count 1 Full Bed Maximum Occupancy 3 Max

Waiouru Welcome Inn ratings based on 22 Verified Reviews

Review Summary
4.1 out of 5 4.0 out of 5.0
Room cleanliness 4.5 out of 5.0
Service & staff 4.5 out of 5.0
Room comfort 4.0 out of 5.0
Hotel condition 4.0 out of 5.0

Guest reviews for Waiouru Welcome Inn

Everyone (9) Couples (3) Family (14)
4 out of 5

Posted by on 6 Jan. 2024

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5 out of 5
Comfortable, great views

Posted by on 10 Dec. 2023

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1 out of 5
Staff were not trained enough to check us in when we arrived to check in. We had to wait for over half an hour just to check in. Stove top were faulty and there was no-one to fix the fault.

Posted by on 30 Aug. 2023

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3 out of 5
It was right in town accessible to different services.However,room facilities such as soap,beverages and basic utensils (plates,spoons,cups,table space)were very limited.Room was congested if 3 adults are sleeping since the sofa was a convertible bed.

Posted by on 17 Jul. 2023

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5 out of 5
Lovely setting. Quiet but convenient. Staff were very helpful. Thank you

Posted by on 3 May 2023

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4 out of 5
Very convenient and lovely view of the mountain in the morning.

Posted by on 6 Feb. 2023

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4 out of 5
Let's be honest, there's not much reason for civilians to be in Waiouru except as a stop on a longer trip. No offense to the town, it's a perfectly nice little place, just not much to do there. I literally needed a place to sleep overnight before continuing on to Wellington. Easy to find. Grounds looked clean and well maintained. Plenty of parking, generous sizes and different configurations for trailers, large vehicles etc. Check in was good - staff friendly, got milk for in-room coffee the next morning. The free beer or cider was an nice, unexpected touch. Little table n chairs set outside each room, in good condition. Room itself was pretty basic, but good for the price you're paying. Mini fridge, microwave, tea/coffee stuff with cups and mugs. TV with heaps of Sky channels, a few lighting options, plenty of towels and pillows. Heat pump - didn't use it, but looked fine. A few power outlets but in kind of weird locations. Bathroom a bit tired, but very clean and totally functional. Not a lot of noise overnight. Is a couple of turns away from SH1 though, so big trucks rumbling past pretty consistently. Bed was super comfy and plenty warm enough for spring. Check out was dropping a key in a box. Great stay, highly recommended for the price range.

Posted by on 19 Oct. 2022

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5 out of 5
The friendliness and kindness of the receptionist/manager, helpful advice as to where to eat, the honesty of the place, all made for two excellent nights accomodation. All the facilities I needed were available, SKY, microwave, plenty of tea and coffee, heat pump, toaster, excellent bed. On arrival I was offered milk and a choice of beer, a nice touch and very welcome. The only feature I felt could be improved was the very small bathroom sink, but space perhaps dictated the size. Excellent shower, good hot water. The owner was also extremely helpful and kind. I was in Waiouru for Army recruit graduation. Thoroughly enjoyed my stay at the Waiouru Welcome Inn. It is an excellent place to stay in Waiouru. Thoroughly recommend.

Posted by on 20 May 2022

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5 out of 5
Friendly staff and great value for money - absolutely no complaints

Posted by , from Palmerston North on 29 Apr. 2022

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5 out of 5
Super friendly owners gave a nice welcome, the room was well appointed and as described, nice and clean and a great stopover destination. Thanks for having us.

Posted by on 13 Jan. 2022

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Property Features

Waiouru Welcome Inn offers its guests barbecue grills. Public spaces have free WiFi. Self parking is free. Smoking is allowed in designated areas at this 3-star Waiouru motel.

  • 12 guestrooms or units
  • Front desk (limited hours)
  • BBQ grill(s)
  • Smoking in designated areas

Family Friendly Amenities

  • Free WiFi
  • Refrigerator

Internet

Available in all rooms: Free WiFi

Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking

Free self parking

Transport

  • Parking: Free self parking

Room Amenities

Waiouru Welcome Inn offers 12 accommodations with irons/ironing boards. Each accommodation is individually furnished and decorated. Flat-screen televisions are featured in guestrooms. Bathrooms include showers with rainfall showerheads. Guests can surf the web using the complimentary wireless Internet access. Housekeeping is offered on request and hair dryers can be requested.

  • Flat-screen television
  • Premium channels
  • Refrigerator
  • Electric kettle
  • Shower
  • Rainfall showerhead
  • Housekeeping (on request)
  • Hair dryer available
  • Iron and ironing board
  • Heating
  • Ensuite bathroom
  • Unique furnishings
  • Unique decor

Hotel Policies

Check-in

  • Check-in time starts at 2:00 PM
  • Minimum check-in age is: 18
  • Check-in time ends at 9:00 PM

Special check-in instructions:

The front desk is open daily from 8:00 AM - 9:30 PM. To make arrangements for check-in please contact the property ahead of time using the information on the booking confirmation. If you are planning to arrive after 9:00 PM please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation. Guests must contact the property in advance for check-in instructions. Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival.

The front desk at this property is open daily from 8:00 AM - 9:30 PM.
To arrange for check-in, guests must contact the property in advance of arrival using the information on the booking confirmation. Guests arriving after 9:00 PM must make advance arrangements by contacting the property using the information on the booking confirmation. Guests must contact the property in advance for check-in information. Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival.

Check-out

  • Check-out by 10:00 AM

Payment types

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Rollaway/extra beds are not available.

Pet Policy

  • No pets allowed, but service animals are welcome

Policies

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. This property accepts Visa and Mastercard. Cash is not accepted. For guests' safety, the property includes a fire extinguisher, a security system, and a first aid kit in each accommodation.

  • No rollaway/extra beds available
  • No lifts
  • Service animals are allowed
  • Service animals are exempt from fees/restrictions
  • Front desk opens daily at 8:00 AM
  • Front desk closes daily at 9:30 PM
  • Debit cards not accepted
  • Staffed front desk
  • Security system
  • Property is cleaned with disinfectant
  • Staff do not wear personal protective equipment
  • Protective clothing is not available for guests
  • No shield between guests and staff in main contact areas
  • Guests are not provided with hand sanitiser
  • Social distancing measures are not in place
  • Contactless check-in is not available
  • Property confirms they are implementing enhanced cleaning measures
  • Individually wrapped food options are not available
  • No gap period between guests' stays
  • Staff temperature checks are not conducted regularly
  • Temperature checks are not available to guests
  • Bed sheets and towels are washed at a temperature of at least 60°C/140°F
  • Commonly touched surfaces are cleaned with disinfectant
  • Property confirms they are implementing guest safety measures
  • Contactless check-out is not available
  • Property follows sanitisation practices of Safe Travels (WTTC - Global)
  • Guest accommodation is not sealed after cleaning
  • Electrostatic spray is not used for disinfection
  • Cashless transactions are not available
  • Masks are not compulsory at the property
  • Contactless food service / room service is not available
  • Reservation is not required for facilities on site
  • Mobile key entry is not available
  • Food service not has not been amended for enhanced safety

Fees

Optional extras

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

  • Credit card charges are subject to a surcharge of 2 percent

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

Hotel Names

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  • WAIOURU WELCOME
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*Price based on the lowest price found within past 24 hours and based upon one night stay for two adults over the next thirty days. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.