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Putaruru Hotel

3.0 star property
Find your perfect blend of relaxation and entertainment in this charming hotel.

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Spacious bedroom with a large bed, a flat-screen TV, and a view of the cityscape through the window. | Putaruru Hotel
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Explore the enchanting hobbit-hole nestled in a lush garden, perfect for a magical getaway. | Putaruru Hotel
Cozy corner booths and a warm fireplace create a welcoming atmosphere in this inviting restaurant. | Putaruru Hotel
Aerial view of a coastal city with a prominent hill, clear blue waters, and a bustling urban area. Ideal for a scenic getaway. | Putaruru Hotel
Nestled near Te Waihou Walkway, Putaruru Hotel offers a tranquil retreat with a picturesque garden, inviting coffee shop/cafe, and modern bar. Savor local and international cuisine at The Cook bistro or challenge friends to billiards by the lobby TV.

Reviews

6.4 out of 10
Good

Popular amenities

  • Bar
  • Non-smoking
  • Laundry facilities
  • Free parking
  • Free WiFi
  • Restaurant
Main amenities
  • Daily housekeeping
  • Restaurant and bar/lounge
  • Breakfast available
  • Coffee shop/cafe
  • Terrace
  • Garden
  • Snack bar/deli
  • ATM/banking services
  • Microwave in a common area
  • Refrigerator in a common area
  • Self-serve laundry
  • Meeting room
Feel at home
  • Children stay free
  • Private bathroom
  • Garden
  • Terrace
  • Daily housekeeping
  • Laundry facilities
The current price is $47
includes taxes & fees
$40 per night
Feb 21 - Feb 22

Room options

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Iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets

Budget Single Room

Highlights

Heating
Mini-fridge
Private bathroom
Daily housekeeping
Wardrobe or closet
  • 237 sq ft
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Twin Bed

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Standard Twin Room | Iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets

Standard Twin Room

Highlights

Heating
Mini-fridge
Portable fan
Private bathroom
Daily housekeeping
Wardrobe or closet
  • 215 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Twin Beds

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Standard Double Room | Iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets

Standard Double Room

Highlights

Heating
Mini-fridge
Portable fan
Private bathroom
Daily housekeeping
Wardrobe or closet
  • 193 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

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Budget Twin Room | Iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets

Budget Twin Room

Highlights

Heating
Mini-fridge
Private bathroom
Daily housekeeping
Wardrobe or closet
  • 237 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Twin Beds

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Basic Apartment | Living room

Basic Apartment

Highlights

Separate sitting area
Heating
Mini-fridge
2 bedrooms
Portable fan
Private bathroom
Shower/tub combination
Living room
  • 430 sq ft
  • Sleeps 5
  • 3 Twin Beds and 1 Queen Bed

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Budget Double Room | Iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets

Budget Double Room

Highlights

Heating
Mini-fridge
Private bathroom
Daily housekeeping
Wardrobe or closet
  • 215 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

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Standard Single Room with Shower | Iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets

Standard Single Room with Shower

Highlights

Heating
Mini-fridge
Private bathroom
Daily housekeeping
Wardrobe or closet
  • 129 sq ft
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Twin Bed

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Standard Queen Room | Iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets

Standard Queen Room

Highlights

Heating
Mini-fridge
Portable fan
Private bathroom
Shower/tub combination
Desk
Wardrobe or closet
Daily housekeeping
  • 237 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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  • Non-smoking
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includes taxes & fees
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About the neighborhood

Map
79 Princes Street, Putaruru, Waikato, 3411

What's nearby

  • Putaruru Water Park - 5 min walk
  • Putaruru Timber Museum - 2 min drive
  • Te Waihou Walkway - 5 min drive
  • Lake Karapiro - 9 min drive
  • Hobbiton Movie Set - 32 min drive

Getting around

  • Hamilton (HLZ-Hamilton Intl.) - 49 min drive
  • Rotorua (ROT-Rotorua Regional) - 57 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Hog and Hounds - ‬7 min walk
  • ‪Putaruru Food Court - ‬6 min walk
  • ‪Canton Takeaways - ‬7 min walk
  • ‪The Wooden Farmer - ‬14 min walk
  • ‪The Honey Shop Cafe - ‬9 min drive

About this property

Putaruru Hotel

When visiting Putaruru, Putaruru Hotel is a great choice to consider. For a bite to eat, guests can check out The Cook, which serves local and international cuisine and is open for breakfast, lunch, and dinner. This Art Deco hotel also features a bar/lounge, a snack bar/deli, and a terrace. Fellow travelers say great things about the helpful staff.

Languages

English

At a glance

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Hotel size

    • 21 rooms
    • Arranged over 2 floors
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Arriving/Leaving

    • Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; Check-in end time: 8:30 PM
    • Late check-in subject to availability
    • Minimum check-in age: 18
    • Check-out time is 10:00 AM
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Special check-in instructions

    • The property charges 2 percent for credit card payments
    • The front desk is open daily from 8 AM - 8 PM
    • Guests must contact the property in advance for check-in instructions; 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 8:00 PM please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation
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Required at check-in

    • Credit card, debit card, or cash deposit required for incidental charges
    • Government-issued photo ID may be required
    • Minimum check-in age is 18
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Children

    • Up to 8 children stay free when occupying the parent or guardian's room, using existing bedding
    • No cribs (infant beds)
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Pets

    • Pets not allowed
WIFI

Internet

    • Free WiFi in public areas
    • Free WiFi in rooms
LOCAL_PARKING

Parking

    • Free onsite self parking
    • Free offsite parking nearby
DONE

Other information

    • Smoke-free property

Property amenities

Food and drink

  • Cooked-to-order breakfast (surcharge) each morning 10:00 AM–1:00 PM
  • Restaurant
  • Bar/lounge
  • Coffee shop
  • Shared microwave
  • Shared refrigerator
  • Snack bar/deli

Traveling with children

  • Children stay free (see details)

What to do

  • Pool table
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby

Working away

  • Meeting room

Services

  • Front desk (limited hours)
  • Concierge services
  • Laundry facilities
  • Luggage storage
  • Wedding services
  • Multilingual staff

Facilities

  • 1 building/tower
  • Built in 1953
  • ATM/banking
  • Garden
  • Picnic area
  • Terrace
  • Television in common areas
  • Banquet hall
  • Art Deco architecture

Room amenities

Home comfort

  • Heating
  • Iron/ironing board (on request)

Sleep well

  • Bed sheets provided

Freshen up

  • Private bathroom
  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer (on request)
  • Towels

Stay connected

  • Free WiFi

Food and drink

  • Mini-fridge

More

  • Daily housekeeping

Special features

Dining

The Cook - Overlooking the garden, this bistro specializes in local and international cuisine and serves breakfast, brunch, lunch, and dinner. Guests can enjoy drinks at the bar. Happy hour is offered.

Fees & policies

Optional extras

  • Cooked-to-order breakfast is offered for an extra charge of approximately NZD 10.00 to 20.00 for adults, and NZD 5.00 to 12.00 for children
  • Credit card charges are subject to an extra charge of 2 percent

Children & extra beds

  • Rollaway beds are available for NZD 20.0 per night

Policies

Some facilities may have restricted access. Guests can contact the property for details using the contact information on the booking confirmation.
This property does not have elevators.
This property accepts credit cards, debit cards and cash.

Also known as

Putaruru Hotel Hotel Putaruru
Putaruru Hotel Hotel
Putaruru Hotel Putaruru
Putaruru Hotel Hotel Putaruru
Putaruru Hotel Hotel
Putaruru Hotel Putaruru

Frequently asked questions

Does Putaruru Hotel offer free cancellation for a full refund?

Yes, Putaruru Hotel does have fully refundable room rates available to book on our site. If you’ve booked a fully refundable room rate, this can be cancelled up to a few days before check-in depending on the property's cancellation policy. Just make sure to check this property's cancellation policy for the exact terms and conditions.

Are pets allowed at Putaruru Hotel?

Sorry, pets aren't allowed.

Is parking offered on site at Putaruru Hotel?

Yes, there's free self parking.

What are the check-in and check-out times at Putaruru Hotel?

Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; Check-in end time: 8:30 PM. Check-out time is 10:00 AM.

What is there to do at Putaruru Hotel and nearby?

Have fun during the warmer months with activities nearby such as hiking. Enjoy amenities like a picnic area and a garden.

Are there restaurants at or near Putaruru Hotel?

Yes, The Cook offers local and international cuisine and garden views.

What's the area around Putaruru Hotel like?

Putaruru Hotel is a short 5-minute walk from Putaruru Water Park and 3 minutes' walk from Constance Tulloch Reserve.

Reviews

6.4

Good

7.0/10

Cleanliness

7.4/10

Staff & service

5.8/10

Amenities

5.4/10

Property conditions & facilities

6.0/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Exceptional

Gurpreet Kaur, 1-night family trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review

4/10 Fair

Rafael, 1-night trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review

2/10 Poor

Sandamali, 1-night trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review

6/10 Good

Shirley, 2-night trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review

10/10 Exceptional

There is more to Putaruru Hotel than meets the eye. An experience ready made to accomodate us. Half way from home to our regular holiday destination - we will be back again .
russell, 1-night trip
Verified Wotif guest review

6/10 Good

Our one night was good although the bed was to hard and the night life bar fights noisy in all not a bad place to stay could do with a fridge in the room as there was no where for cold drinks and the guests fridge was full of food
Linda, 1-night romance trip
Verified Expedia guest review

8/10 Very Good

Close to restaurants and quiet
Anne, 1-night family trip
Verified Expedia guest review

6/10 Good

The history and the potential to restore this beautiful building.Great to see this is starting to happen.
PETER, 1-night romance trip
Verified Expedia guest review

4/10 Fair

The showers have no lighting and was leaking into the room making the carpet wet and as this was up stairs the room below would have been wet also. I rang and reported it but it seemed they weren’t overly concerned
Ted, 1-night trip
Verified Wotif guest review

10/10 Exceptional

We didn’t have a fridge in our room however the manager offered us a room with a fridge in it. It was very nice and thoughtful of him for the offer but we were happy with the room we had. He offered a great Service!
Ellen, 1-night trip
Verified Expedia guest review

6/10 Good

This place was nice enough. Room was quiet and clean and a good place to stop off for the night. Staff were very friendly and helpful. There was a communal kitchen area that had seen better days but was clear the staff were trying to make the place better through renovations. Parking across the street was fantastic. Good place to stay on a budget.
Max, 2-night romance trip
Verified Expedia guest review

8/10 Very Good

Maria, 1-night trip
Verified Expedia guest review

2/10 Poor

Windows tied to radiator to keep them closed. No hot water for showering. Staff not prepared to compensate for lack of hot water and just seemed to not care.
Corina, 1-night family trip
Verified Expedia guest review

10/10 Exceptional

I have stayed there b4 an proud to say place has been improved greatly and was a nice stay
Shannon Phillip titoko maui, 1-night trip
Verified Expedia guest review

8/10 Very Good

Lovely old hotel, with an interesting history. This is our 5th stay here.
Brian, 1-night trip with friends
Verified Expedia guest review

6/10 Good

Building just a little run down, we had curtains that didnt fit the windows and broken windows just taped up with masking tape and paint peeling off the surfaces. Bed was comfortable and clean and tidy
chris, 1-night romance trip
Verified Lastminute guest review

2/10 Poor

Hotel should say that they need renovations
Martha, 1-night trip with friends
Verified Expedia guest review

8/10 Very Good

This hotel has a lot of charm. All original art deco hotel, it’s really quite beautiful, original tiled bathrooms, grand staircase and wood paneling. I can see the owners have taken on a mammoth task in renovating and seem to be doing it themselves. It’s a cool old hotel that needs repair and the price point reflects this. I was sceptical booking here as other reviews are rather ruthless but I feel are somewhat unfair. If you’re looking for modern ammenities and luxury then perhaps you need to spend a little more for your accomodation and this place isn’t for you. However the experience for me was worth what it cost and I thoroughly enjoyed my stay, even the less desirable aspects due to its originality.
Daniel, 2-night trip
Verified Expedia guest review

2/10 Poor

Needs complete overhaul everywhere!!! All stair rises had ripped carpet along edges, so unsafe (trip hazard). Most of room had badly stained carpet; broken window taped over; 3 x curtains did not cover entire window (overlooked busy intersection); only 1 x thin blanket on bed; wifi didn't work so no TV or phone (thickness of walls stopped data reception); NO hot water (tried for 10mins); Staff hard to understand DO NOT RECOMMEND, waste of money!!
Angelique, 1-night trip
Verified Expedia guest review

4/10 Fair

They have charged me for 3 rooms not two The manager of the place hasnt organed the promised refund from a week ago. The fob key to the door didnt work. Manager was hard to get hold of. Clean bedding but very noisy
Dennis, 1-night trip
Verified Expedia guest review

6/10 Good

Management was poor and zero parking onsite wasn’t very impressed as had to park very far away, bed etc was clean but room itself seemed a little damp and had spider webs all over as well as mold on bathtub
Ethan, 1-night romance trip
Verified Expedia guest review

6/10 Good

Ordinary at best
From the outside the hotel looks rundown, like a building from a ghost movie & in urgent need of an upgrade, the interior carpets looked like they haven't been replaced in at least 50 years, with torn carpet up the stairs, the only saving grace is that the room was very clean
Wilfredo, 1-night trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review

10/10 Exceptional

Work in progress but a beautiful old same with exceptional service from staff . Excellent experience
Paula, 2-night trip
Verified Expedia guest review

2/10 Poor

AWFUL PLACE
Having read some reviews we were expecting a clean but dated hotel. Instead we arrived to find a hotel that looked as though it was derelict with broken windows and torn curtains. A very pleasant young lady gave us a key (she was the only positive about the hotel). The stairway had ripped carpet and was really looking the worse for wear. The room itself was freezing cold with two non working radiators. However a plug in electric heater was provided which just about provided some warmth but was not adequate to heat the room despite being left on overnight. The bed had two sheets (one bottom and one top) and one acrylic blanket. The mattress was so thin/cheap you could feel the bed boards underneath when you sat on it. When you laid on the bed you could feel the springs. We had to wear our clothes in bed to keep warm. The adjoining club/bar was banging out music until almost midnight and then the rowdy people carried on shouting etc for a while. We didn’t sleep that night at all, due to the cold and the noise levels. We were horrified to see in the morning that the mattress was badly stained so luckily there was hot water for the shower to clean away the feeling of being unclean. The WiFi didn’t work either! So it was a terrible place to stay and would warn people to steer well clear. The hotel should not be open for guests until they have done a proper refurbishment. There was a new carpet in our room so perhaps that’s as good as it gets! The hotel is terrible. Don’t try it!
Julie, 1-night trip
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4/10 Fair

Large spacious room. TV didnt work. Not enough pillows.
DEBORAH, 1-night romance trip
Verified Expedia guest review