Sportsmans Lodge

3.0 star property
Comfortable hotel in Turangi with free parking

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Lounge
Exterior
Property grounds
Twin Room | Premium bedding, free cribs/infant beds, free WiFi, bed sheets
Full-size fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop
Reviews
8.8

Excellent

Popular amenities

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Explore the area

Map
15 Taupahi Road, Turangi, 3334
  • Popular LocationTurangi i-SITE Visitor Centre9 min walk
  • Popular LocationRiver Vineyard4 min drive
  • Popular LocationTokaanu Thermal Pools5 min drive
  • AirportTaupo (TUO)31 min drive

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Room options

Cottage

10/10 Exceptional

Highlights

Air conditioning
Heating
Free cribs/infant beds
Kitchen
Full-sized refrigerator/freezer
Premium bedding
Private bathroom
Hair dryer
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Queen Bed and 1 Twin Bed

Triple Room

10/10 Exceptional

Highlights

Heating
Free cribs/infant beds
Full-sized refrigerator/freezer
Portable fan
Premium bedding
Private bathroom
Microwave
Oven
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Double Bed and 1 Twin Bed

Double Room

9.5/10 Exceptional

Highlights

Heating
Free cribs/infant beds
Full-sized refrigerator/freezer
Portable fan
Premium bedding
Private bathroom
Microwave
Oven
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Double Bed

Twin Room

9/10 Wonderful

Highlights

Heating
Free cribs/infant beds
Full-sized refrigerator/freezer
Portable fan
Premium bedding
Private bathroom
Microwave
Oven
  • Sleeps 3
  • 2 Twin Beds

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About the neighborhood

Turangi

Located in Turangi, Sportsmans Lodge is on the riverwalk. The area's natural beauty can be seen at Tongariro National Park and Lake Taupo. Discover the area's water adventures with kayaking and water skiing nearby, or enjoy the great outdoors with mountain biking and hiking/biking trails.

What's nearby

  • Turangi i-SITE Visitor Centre - 9 min walk
  • River Vineyard - 4 min drive
  • Tokaanu Thermal Pools - 5 min drive
  • Lake Taupo - 5 min drive
  • Tongariro Alpine Crossing - 18 min drive

Getting around

  • Taupo (TUO) - 31 min drive

Restaurants

  • Creel Tackle House - 10 min walk
  • Hong Kong Chinese Takeaways - 13 min walk
  • Turangi Bakery & Coffee Shop - 12 min walk
  • The Bakehouse Cafe and Roasts - 13 min walk
  • Hydro Eatery - 13 min walk

About this property

Sportsmans Lodge

Hotel on the riverwalk
Take advantage of a terrace, a garden, and an arcade/game room at Sportsmans Lodge. Active travelers can enjoy amenities like cycling and fishing at this hotel. Free in-room WiFi is available to all guests, along with a library and laundry facilities.
You'll also enjoy perks such as:
  • Outdoor pool access nearby
  • Free self parking
  • Bike rentals, an electric car charging station, and access to a nearby indoor pool
  • Coffee/tea in the lobby, luggage storage, and a billiards/pool table
Room features
All guestrooms at Sportsmans Lodge have comforts such as premium bedding, in addition to amenities like free WiFi.
Other amenities include:
  • Bathrooms with showers
  • Full-sized refrigerators/freezers, microwaves, and ovens

Languages

English

Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Electric car charging station on site
  • Free self parking on site

Food and drink

  • Coffee and tea in common areas

Things to do

  • Arcade/game room
  • Bicycle rentals
  • Billiards/pool table
  • Fishing
  • Indoor pool (guest access)
  • Library
  • Outdoor pool (guest access)
  • Ski storage
  • TV in common areas

Family friendly

  • Access to nearby indoor pool
  • Access to nearby outdoor pool
  • Arcade/game room
  • Free crib
  • In-room full-sized refrigerator/freezer
  • In-room microwave
  • Laundry facilities

Conveniences

  • Guidebooks
  • Laundry facilities
  • Limited-hour front desk
  • Luggage storage
  • Shared microwave
  • Shared refrigerator

Guest services

  • Change of bedsheets (on request)
  • Change of towels on request
  • No housekeeping service
  • Tour and ticket assistance

Outdoors

  • Barbecue grill
  • Garden
  • On the riverwalk
  • Picnic area
  • Terrace

Accessibility

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

More

  • Smoke-free property

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Free crib
  • Premium bedding

Bathroom

  • Private bathroom
  • Shower
  • Towels

Food and drink

  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Freezer
  • Full-sized refrigerator/freezer
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Stovetop
  • Toaster

More

  • Heating

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 2 PM; Check-in end time: 8:30 PM
Late check-in subject to availability
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 10 AM

Special check-in instructions

The front desk is open daily from 8:30 AM - 8:30 PM
Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival
If you are planning to arrive after 8:30 PM please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation
For more details, please contact the property using the information on the booking confirmation
Guests planning to arrive outside of normal check-in hours must contact this property in advance to arrange check-in.

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

Pets not allowed (service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees)

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
Rollaway/extra beds are available for NZD 20
Free cribs are available on request at the property

Property payment types

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
This property accepts credit cards; cash is not accepted
Please note that cultural norms and guest policies may differ by country and by property; the policies listed are provided by the property

We should mention

This property does not have elevators

National rating

This property does not have a Qualmark® rating. For the benefit of our customers, we have provided a rating based on our rating system.

Property is also known as

Sportsmans Lodge Turangi
Sportsmans Turangi
Sportsmans Lodge Hotel
Sportsmans Lodge Turangi
Sportsmans Lodge Hotel Turangi

Frequently asked questions

Does Sportsmans Lodge have a pool?

Yes, this property has outdoor pool access.

Is Sportsmans Lodge pet-friendly?

No, only service animals are welcome at the property.

How much is parking at Sportsmans Lodge?

Self parking is free at this property.

What time is check-in at Sportsmans Lodge?

Check-in start time: 2 PM; Check-in end time: 8:30 PM. Late check-in is available during limited hours.

What time is check-out at Sportsmans Lodge?

Check-out is at 10 AM.

Where is Sportsmans Lodge located?

Situated on the riverwalk, this hotel is 0.4 mi (0.7 km) from Turangi i-SITE Visitor Centre and within 3 mi (5 km) of River Vineyard and Tongariro National Trout Centre. Lake Taupo and Tokaanu Thermal Pools are also within 6 mi (10 km).

Reviews

8.8

Excellent

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Rating 2 - Terrible. 3 out of 312 reviews" "

9.2/10

Cleanliness

9.2/10

Staff & service

8.2/10

Amenities

8.6/10

Property conditions & facilities

8.4/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

cosmos

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Three Night Stay
Three night stay in the cottage. Matt was great gave us some great advice on what to see and do. Had a great general knowlege of the area.
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2024

10/10 Excellent

Marta

Stayed 1 night in Dec 2023

10/10 Excellent

Greg

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Nice, quiet and tidy. We look forward to staying here again in the future 😊
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2023

10/10 Excellent

David

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Nice stay. Great location. Very helpful staff.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2023

10/10 Excellent

Frances Miriam

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Friendly motel
Excellent motel in Turangi, great location for Tongariro National Park. Compact and cosy rooms with great shared facilities. Very friendly and helpful hosts. Would definitely stay again
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Qinghe

Stayed 1 night in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Brendan

Traveled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great stay
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Garry

Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Gary

Stayed 1 night in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Peter

Traveled with partner
Liked: Staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Nice place, convenient to cbd, friendly staff
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2023

General hotel information

Reasons to Book
Spacious Rooms
Check-In Time
2:00 PM
Check-Out Time
10:00 AM
Star Rating
3.0