Enjoy spacious layout that give everyone more room to relax.
Games
A rare find - enjoy a variety of games available on-site.
Centrally-located
You're never far from where you need to be with this convenient location.
5 bedrooms3 bathroomsSleeps 14
Popular amenities
Onsite parking available
Pet-friendly
Kitchen
Washing machine
Air-conditioning
Barbecue grill
Explore the area
Turangi, Waikato
Turangi i-SITE Visitor Centre
Place, Turangi i-SITE Visitor Centre
3 min drive
Tongariro National Park
Place, Tongariro National Park
7 min drive
Taupō Hot Springs
Place, Taupō Hot Springs
34 min drive
Taupō Airport (TUO)
Airport, Taupō Airport (TUO)
32 min drive
Rooms & beds
5 bedrooms (sleeps 14)
Bedroom 1
2 Double Sofa Beds
Bedroom 1with ensuite
1 King Bed
Bedroom 3
1 Double Bed
Bedroom 4
1 Queen Bed
Bedroom 5
1 Queen Bed
Bedroom 6
1 King Bed
Main down stairs lounge has 1 sofa bed
1 Double Bed
3 bathrooms
Bathroom 1 Ensuite
Toilet · Shower only
Bathroom 2 upstairs
Toilet · Shower only
Bathroom 3 Downstairs
Bathtub · Shower only
Spaces
Deck or patio
Kitchen
Balcony
Garden
Dining area
About this property
New White Water Lodge 二 Turangi
Turangi is built on the banks of the wonderful Tongariro River, it’s surrounding countryside offers challenging hunting, fishing, mountain biking, hiking or leisurely bush walks, white water rafting, kayaking, sight seeing and much more. Situated half-way between Auckland and Wellington, and known as the "Trout Fishing Capital of the World", Turangi is also home to the Tongariro Alpine Crossing considered to be one of the ten best one-day walks in the world and only 40mins from the ski fields.
White Water Lodge 二 is located on the banks of the Tongariro River and only metres from one of the famous fishing pools - The Honey Pot. It's warm timber interior offers a calm atmosphere and sunlight filled rooms virtually all day. This Lodge features a large wood fire and a air conditioner for the hotter months plus portable fans , with wonderful large windows, five generous bedrooms plus a mezzanine floor to allow your larger family or groups, to spread out. Upstairs you will find your master bedroom with king size bed and ensuite, a double bedroom with king bed, another double bedroom, the mezzanine floor has two pull out couches that converts into beds a shower and toilet. Plus a smart Tv but no sky upstairs
Downstairs features two queen size bedrooms, a full bathroom with double shower and separate toilet, spacious lounge/dining, a sofa bed, an exceptionally well equipped kitchen and laundry. The television has sky connected and also has a google chrome to make live streaming easy .
The Lodge is set on one acre of park like grounds with manicured lawns, native bush surrounds and the song of native bird life abounds. Offering a private setting, you can relax on the large deck and take in the serenity, or, enjoy a BBQ. However it does have a public walkway to the river that runs alongside the property but is shielded by trees .
Turangi township is a very scenic 10 min walk away along the river. There you will find bakeries, cafes, a gallery of arts and crafts by local artists, supermarket, pharmacy, hairdressers, and post office. The i site is also located in the township.
Free internet and high speed wireless.
Comprehensive Sky TV package included.
Please note you have no access to the garage .
For added security White Water is monitored 24 hourly by security company at hand. Incidentally this has never been required by guests and security is not an issue.
There is an opportunity for a much reduced nightly rate dependent upon numbers and how many bedrooms are required.
Special rate for one or two couples. Please inquire.
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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
On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector with you on the trip
Host has indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a first aid kit and a deadlock
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios and terraces, which may not be suitable for children; if you have any concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm that they can accommodate you in a suitable room
About the area
Turangi
Located in Turangi, this holiday home is in a rural area. Te Porere Redoubt is a local landmark, and the area's natural beauty can be seen at Lake Taupō and Tokaanu Thermal Pools.
Turangi i-SITE Visitor Centre - 3 min drive - 2.6 km
Tongariro National Park - 7 min drive - 10.1 km
Taupō Hot Springs - 34 min drive - 57.8 km
Wairakei Terraces & Thermal Health Spa - 40 min drive - 70.3 km
Whakapapa Ski Area - 57 min drive - 67.4 km
Getting around
Taupō Airport (TUO) - 36 min drive
Restaurants
Hydro Eatery - 4 min drive
Delta Coffee - 10 min walk
Hare & Copper - 16 min walk
The Bakehouse Cafe and Roasts - 4 min drive
Turangi Tavern - 4 min drive
Frequently asked questions
Is New White Water Lodge 二 Turangi pet-friendly?
Yes, pets are allowed at this property.
How much does it cost to stay at New White Water Lodge 二 Turangi?
As of 12 Aug 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at New White Water Lodge 二 Turangi on 16 Mar 2027 start from AU$1,031, including taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.
How much is parking at New White Water Lodge 二 Turangi?
On-site parking is available at the property.
What time is check-in at New White Water Lodge 二 Turangi?
Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.
What time is check-out at New White Water Lodge 二 Turangi?
Checkout is at 10:30 AM.
Where is New White Water Lodge 二 Turangi located?
This family-friendly Turangi holiday home is located in a rural location, within 2 mi (3 km) of Turangi i-SITE Visitor Centre and River Vineyard. Lake Taupō and Tokaanu Thermal Pools are also within 6 miles (10 km).
Reviews
9.6
Exceptional
Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
Great place to stay with plenty of space to relax.
We booked this place (as well as another down the road) to use to host our sales away days with the intent to walk the crossing. Unfortunately the weather had other ideas but we still thoroughly enjoyed our stay, and our hosts were very accommodating with early checkins and late check outs.
Ideal for families as there are many zones for guests (including kids) to interact without being crowded.
The Tongariro river is a few hundred metres from the property.
Easy access to the Tongariro River trail
We loved staying here, plenty of room for everyone. Lots of space to kick a ball around, cook a meal and play articulate. Super close to Tūrangi and great amenities at the house. Highly recommended. Thanks so much!
Three friends stayed at the house for a weeks fishing. To be honest it couldn't have been better. Roughly five minute drive to to the town and the house has everything you need to be comfortable - wood burner, heat pump and fully equipped kitchen. The river is a two minute walk from the back of the property (lower pools). Thoroughly recommend staying here.
The all-wood interior gives the house a nice lodge feel, different to home, and the quality is generally good. Nice beds, and a good kitchen. There were 14 of us there, and it mostly rained, so we could have used some more exterior covered deck space. The grounds are very well kept, great for kids, and the 'public' access along the river bank didn't bother us at all. It fitted our expectations well.
A lovely big space. Within walking distance of Turangi shops. Quick drive to the lake.
Could do with a fan or two upstairs. Excellent to have a portacot, highchair and access with a big family to three bathrooms.
Badminton a real hit. A couple of great walks for different levels of Fitness. Second swing bridge a must see and use.
Good weather made it even better. Dimp a must for the midges.
The house is in a lovely location, big garden, native bush, lots of birds, river a few minutes walk away, quiet and so beautiful. The house has a good design, great to have 3 bathrooms!! Kitchen well stocked with appliances, excellent fireplace, once it got going it warmed the house wonderfully!.
One thing missing is a hand rail for the outside stairs? Would a great help to have one.
Definitely would recommend this house.
We did not have a terrific stay here. We came to the house to find a dead mouse and mouse droppings along multiple walls of the house. The hostess explained that they have to set poison out given the area they are in which is totally fine and she even offered to have the housekeepers come out and dispose of the mouse. If it was just that as an honest issue of bad timing (the mouse died between when the housekeepers last came and our arrival), I would have just moved on without thinking more of it. However, given the scope of the mouse droppings, it was clear the housekeepers or property manager arent very attentive. We also found a fresh black hair upon opening the covers of one of the beds (was it just from the housekeeper as he or she made the bed or was it from the sheets just being reused without cleaning? Who knows). One of the toilets leaked and the water was shut off to it. No napkins, no paper towels, no coffee. I informed the owner as we checked out regarding all of these things but no answer or acknowledgement. Even a brief apology or acknowledgement of these things would have prevented me from placing this review but here we are. On the plus side, nice location, the house was otherwise fine in a definitely more rustic style. There is an air conditioning unit but I would fear it might not be enough during the hot summer but it worked well enough while we were there.
Maison 5 chambres, très bien équipée. Bel extérieur. Manque un peu d’espace pour y déposer nos propres choses ( garde-robes et armoires ) sinon c’était parfait entre autres pour faire Tongariro.
Line T.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2024
Verified review
6/10 Okay
Karthikeyan G.
6 Sept 2022
Liked: Check-in, location
No lock in the bathroom and toilet
No lock in the bathroom and toilet which was annoying
White Water Lodge is a very nice place to stay. The property is clean and except for some structural damage done in a flood 30 years ago, the house is well looked after (The damage does not have any negative impact on the house, the kitchen has a angle in floor as well as the main bedroom upstairs, but not negatively impact your stay in any way). The bathrooms were are well supplied with shampoo, conditioner, body soap and a hairdryer. The kitchen was also well stocked with everything you need from cooking to cleaning up with an excellent working microwave, dishwasher, stove, oven, jug and a big fridge and freezer. Plenty more appliances were available, but we never used those.
Some doors unfortunately can't be closed and 1 of the bathrooms could not be locked. But just being there with my partner and kids, this wasn't an issue for us.
Quiet neighbourhood, with fishing opportunities at the back door. Close to the snow and a 15 minute walk to the centre of Turangi.
We struggled to get the fireplace going, but the heatpump, with some help from the electric heaters kept the house nice and warm. Plenty of firewood was supplied for us to use during our stay. Definitely a place to come back to again.
Property manager was easy to contact and communication was perfect. A well filled welcome and instructions booklet was provided in the house upon arrival (Which was definitely handy to get the stove working).
The public walkway at the back of the property is no issue at all, and mostly used by fishermen. It brings you to the famous Tongariro River Trail in less than 10 minutes.
We had a great time during our stay over NYs 2021-2022.
Only frustrating thing was the inaccuracies and omissions from the property listing that lead to some unwelcome surprises. Because of these I can't give 5/5.
Such as 1) The garage/bikes/second fridge being unavailable, and finding out about this when we arrived because the owner is storing their car and forgot to tell us
2) The property not being nearly as private as the pictures suggest given closeness or neighbors but especially because the path mentioned is a public path and very close to the house so every day 10-20 groups wandered by.
3) The furniture changing since the photos were taken which meant the mezzanine floor is much more cramped than in the photos. Probably not an issue for most but as we were booked to the max capacity was annoying to have to try and scramble to rearrange to find floor space for the air mattress as there was no room upstairs.
also 4) the sky didn't work, we tried for a bit to get it working (none of the remotes had batteries???) but then tried to use the google chromecast - which ALSO didn't work. So trying to watch tv/a movie was a complete failure.
All in all a good place to stay, but the owners need to update the photos and explain the location a bit more so potential guests have a more accurate idea of what they are booking
Sean P.
Stayed 5 nights in Dec 2021
Response from VrboOwner on 10 Jan 2022
Hi Sean
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