Find 312 hotels in Waikune

Finding Waikune Hotels

Waikune is a good place to check out, but if it's hard to find accommodation and you find yourself searching for more options, these towns close by may have more of what you like.

• 4 hotels in Erua
• 42 hotels in National Park Village
• 11 hotels in Raurimu

Exploring Waikune

The welcoming city of Waikune is known for its natural setting, mountain views and restaurants. Popular attractions in and around Waikune include:

• Tongariro National Park
• Tongariro National Park Whakapapa Visitor Centre
• Whakapapa Ski Area
• Taranaki Falls
• Turoa Ski Area
• Mount Ruapehu
• Mangatepopo Trail Head

When arranging your Waikune getaway, you can also use ebookers to find a convenient flight to Taupo (TUO) Airport. You can narrow down your search by number of stops, airline or departure time to find the one that'll work best for you.

When is the Best Time to Explore Waikune?

If you're curious when is the best time of year to explore Waikune, you might find this info about seasonal weather useful when you are planning your trip. The warmest months in Waikune are typically January and February, whereas the coldest months are usually July and August. The months with the most rain are September and October, whereas March and February have the least.

Here's a rundown on how much rain you can expect and what the temperatures are going to be like:

• From January to March, the average daytime temperature is 12°C and at night it is 3°C. Seasonal average rainfall is 390 mm.
• If you visit between April and June, you can expect an average temp of 7°C during the day and -3°C at night. Average rainfall during this season is 484 mm.
• The daytime average temp from July to September is 4°C and the night-time average is -4°C. Average precipitation for this season is 593 mm.
• Between October and December, the average temp during the day is 11°C and -1°C at night. Seasonal average rain is 548 mm.
• The annual rainfall average in Waikune is 2015 mm.