Title: Visit Takapau: 2026 Travel Guide for Takapau, Hawke's Bay Region | Expedia.com [Hotels in Takapau](https://expedia.com/Takapau-Hotels.d3000424197.Travel-Guide-Hotels)[Vacation Rentals in Takapau](https://expedia.com/Takapau-Vacation-Rentals.d3000424197.Travel-Guide-VacationRentals)[Car Rentals in Takapau](https://expedia.com/Car-Rentals-In-Takapau.d3000424197.Car-Rental-Guide)[Takapau Vacation Packages](https://expedia.com/Takapau.d3000424197.Destination-Travel-Guides) # Takapau ## Travel Guide ![Every year in September the Mabin family open their front paddocks to the public to let them explore ( and pick from ) their daffodils. They do this for free and all money raised from the sale of the daffodils goes to the Plunket Society](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/3000424197/0b17919f-0017-4679-b359-8fcc02ddda17.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) ![Every year in September the Mabin family open their front paddocks to the public to let them explore ( and pick from ) their daffodils. They do this for free and all money raised from the sale of the daffodils goes to the Plunket Society](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/3000424197/0b17919f-0017-4679-b359-8fcc02ddda17.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) ![Great little stop to pick daffodils](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/3000424197/0d9285e6-9d12-4651-8a0a-cd5169dc7e9d.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) ## Visit Takapau Things to do - Takapau Hotel Deals - Vacation Rentals in Takapau ![Thornton Lodge Motel](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/8000000/7330000/7322000/7321929/1be91f0f_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150) ### Thornton Lodge Motel 2307 State Highway 2 (Takapau Road) Waipukurau $69 nightly $79 total Feb 9 - Feb 10 Total with taxes and fees Stay at this motel in Waipukurau. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and an outdoor pool. Popular attractions Waipawa Golf Course and Central Hawkes Bay Settlers ... 9/10 Wonderful! (124 reviews) Yes Reviewed on Dec 28, 2025 [](https://expedia.com/Hotel-Search?startDate=2%2F9%2F2026&endDate=2%2F10%2F2026&selected=7321929&PinnedHotelID=7321929&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=3000424197) ![FALCONS VIEW: Spacious Studio with Breathtaking Views](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/45000000/44980000/44976700/44976694/e3b3d569_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150) ### FALCONS VIEW: Spacious Studio with Breathtaking Views Rangiwahia Manawatu-Whanganui Stay at this cabin in Rangiwahia. Enjoy balconies, in-room fireplaces, and a hot tub. 10/10 Exceptional! (85 reviews) Host was very welcoming and helpful. Reviewed on Feb 2, 2026 [Get rates](https://expedia.com/Hotel-Search?startDate=2%2F22%2F2026&endDate=2%2F23%2F2026&selected=44976694&PinnedHotelID=44976694&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=3000424197) [](https://expedia.com/Hotel-Search?startDate=2%2F22%2F2026&endDate=2%2F23%2F2026&selected=44976694&PinnedHotelID=44976694&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=3000424197) ![Tuki Tuki Motel](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/25000000/24110000/24107100/24107061/534a4f28_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150) ### Tuki Tuki Motel 10 Herbert Street Waipukurau Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay $76 nightly $87 total Feb 22 - Feb 23 Total with taxes and fees Book a stay at this business-friendly aparthotel in Waipukurau. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and daily housekeeping. Popular attractions Waipawa Golf Course ... 8.8/10 Excellent! (96 reviews) Plenty of room, comfy for a motel, excellent customer service Reviewed on Feb 1, 2026 [](https://expedia.com/Hotel-Search?startDate=2%2F22%2F2026&endDate=2%2F23%2F2026&selected=24107061&PinnedHotelID=24107061&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=3000424197) [See all 30 properties in Takapau](https://expedia.com/Hotel-Search?rfrrid=TG.LP.Hotels.DestinationExperience&startDate=2%2F9%2F2026&endDate=2%2F10%2F2026®ionId=3000424197) Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply. ![Tuki Tuki Motel](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/25000000/24110000/24107100/24107061/534a4f28_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150) ### Tuki Tuki Motel 10 Herbert Street Waipukurau Book a stay at this business-friendly aparthotel in Waipukurau. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and daily housekeeping. Popular attractions Waipawa Golf Course ... 8.8/10 Excellent! (96 reviews) Plenty of room, comfy for a motel, excellent customer service Reviewed on Feb 1, 2026 [](https://expedia.com/Waipukurau-Hotels-Tuki-Tuki-Motel.h24107061.Hotel-Information) ![FALCONS VIEW: Spacious Studio with Breathtaking Views](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/45000000/44980000/44976700/44976694/e3b3d569_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150) ### FALCONS VIEW: Spacious Studio with Breathtaking Views Rangiwahia Manawatu-Whanganui Stay at this cabin in Rangiwahia. Enjoy balconies, in-room fireplaces, and a hot tub. 10/10 Exceptional! (85 reviews) Host was very welcoming and helpful. Reviewed on Feb 2, 2026 [](https://expedia.com/Rangiwahia-Hotels-Spacious-Studio-With-Breathtaking-Views.h44976694.Hotel-Information) ![Beach & village a stone throw away! Or a 2min walk to Wallingford Homestead! ](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/39000000/38010000/38001600/38001504/49c5b642_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150) ### Beach & village a stone throw away! Or a 2min walk to Wallingford Homestead! Porangahau Beach Waipukurau Book a stay at this family-friendly cottage in Wallingford. Enjoy free WiFi, private pools, and a garden. 9.8/10 Exceptional! (20 reviews) Great stay and service Reviewed on Jan 25, 2026 [](https://expedia.com/Wallingford-Hotels-Beach-Village-A-Stone-Throw-Away-Or-A-2min-Walk-To-Wallingford-Homestead.h38001504.Hotel-Information) [See all properties in Takapau](https://expedia.com/Hotel-Search?rfrrid=TG.LP.Hotels.DestinationExperience®ionId=3000424197&sort=VACATION_RENTAL) Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. 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