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About the Hotel

434 State Highway, 41 Rd1, Turangi, New Zealand
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Close to Tokaanu Thermal Pools
Great
8.1
/10
4.3
4.4
/5

The 3-star Rainbow Motel & Hot Pools Turangi is nestled merely 9 minutes on foot from the Tokaanu Thermal Pools and features a private pool. Guests can benefit from a golf course offered at this Turangi motel.

Location

The hotel is located in a ski area of Turangi, 4.2 km from the Rafting New Zealand experience. The Taupahi Reserve is approximately a 10-minute ride from the Rainbow Turangi, while Taupo airport is 50 km from it.

Mount Ngauruhoe is also situated 4.4 km away.

Rooms

There are 6 rooms comprising a dining area and a living area. They come with a flat-screen TV with satellite channels, as well as such comforts as ironing facilities. Here you can enjoy a toaster, a stove top, and kitchenware.

Leisure & Business

Ski facilities feature a ski storage room.

Must-do experiences

  • Enjoy fresh white water fish at the Turangi Fishing Lodge Cafe.
  • Take a scenic walk to the nearby Tokaanu Thermal Pools.
  • Visit the stunning Huka Falls for breathtaking views and photos.
  • Explore the local market on Saturdays for fresh produce and crafts.
  • Experience Māori culture with a guided tour at Te Wharehou o Tūwharetoa.
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Rainbow Motel & Hot Pools offers a variety of rooms including double rooms, family rooms, and suites with breakfast, free cancelations, and special deals
One-Bedroom Apartment
2 persons
380 sq. feet 
1 King-size bed
Shower
Heating
Two-Bedroom Apartment
2 persons
485 sq. feet 
2 Single beds
Shower
Heating

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Facilities

Rainbow Motel & Hot Pools offers amenities for your comfortable stay and unforgettable experiences
Facilities: Great
8.1/10Review score

General

  • Non-smoking rooms
  • Wi-Fi
  • Parking
  • No pets allowed
  • Ski storage
  • Smoke detectors

Sports & Fitness

  • Skiing
  • Hiking
  • Horseback riding
  • Cycling
  • Golf course
  • Fishing

Guest Parking

  • Electric kettle
  • Cookware/ Kitchen utensils

Dining

  • Outdoor dining area
  • Picnic area/ Tables

Spa & Leisure

  • Garden area
  • BBQ facilities
  • Hot spring bath

Room features

  • Heating
  • Sitting area
  • Garden furniture
  • Tea and coffee facilities
  • Dining table
  • Ironing facilities

Self-catering

  • Electric kettle
  • Cookware/ Kitchen utensils

Bedroom

  • Electric blankets

Media

  • Flat-screen TV

Room decor

  • Carpeted floor
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Rainbow Motel & Hot Pools Location

434 State Highway, 41 Rd1, Turangi, New Zealand
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434 State Highway, 41 Rd1, Turangi, New Zealand
Nearby
Geothermal pool
1900 ft
Tokaanu Geothermal Area
2000 ft
Getting around
City Centre
Turangi6 min  ·  2.5 mi
Airports
Taupo Airport (TUO)74 min  ·  30.3 mi
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Property information and rules
Check-in
from 15:00-20:00
Check-out
until 10 am
Guest Parking
Private parking is possible on site for free.
Internet
Wireless internet is available in for free.
Children & extra beds
There are no cots provided in a room. 
Pets
Pets are not allowed.
Number of rooms:
6
Former name
Rainbow Motel Tokaanu

Reviews and Ratings

Feedback about Rainbow Motel & Hot Pools from previous guests about their experience.
Review score
Based on 219 verified reviews
8.0/10
Great
85%
Recommend
Breakfast
7.5/10
Cleanliness
8.4/10
Comfort
8.4/10
Facilities
8.1/10
Free Wi-Fi
7.7/10
Location
8.5/10
Paid Wi-Fi
9.0/10
Staff
8.8/10
Value for money
8.3/10
Guest reviews
based on 547 reviews
8.1/10
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