Just 5 minutes’ walk from Turangi town center, Creel Lodge is a 4.5-star Qualmark rated motel offering self-contained suites with a private patio and BBQ facilities. Lake Taupo and Tokaanu Thermal Pools are within 5 minutes’ drive from Creel Lodge. The Tongariro National Park’s ski fields and walking trails are 40 minutes’ drive away. Each suite is surrounded by beautifully landscaped gardens and features a 32-inch flat-screen TV with satellite channels and a DVD player. The fully equipped kitchen includes an oven, a stove and a microwave. A variety of cafés and restaurants are within 5 minutes’ walk of the property. A shuttle service and laundry facilities are also available and charges apply.

Couples in particular like the location – they rated it 9.5 for a two-person trip.

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Property highlights

Top Location: Highly rated by recent guests (9.5)

Free Private Parking Available On Site


Availability

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Room Type
Number of guests
 
1 queen bed
1 queen bed
Bedroom 1
1 queen bed
Bedroom 2
2 twin beds
Bedroom 1
1 queen bed
Bedroom 2
2 twin beds
1 king bed
2 twin beds
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1 queen bed
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Guest reviews

Categories:

Staff
9.2
Facilities
9.3
Cleanliness
9.5
Comfort
9.5
Value for money
9.2
Location
9.5
Free Wifi
8.5

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Guests who stayed here loved

  • Jiang
    China China
    All the comfort of home in beautiful nature, nice service, great value
  • Nina
    United States United States
    Exterior was really pretty, the river walk was great
  • Mark
    United States United States
    Quiet, private, cafe was convenient and delicious. Perfect for the Tongariro Crossing. Staff was welcoming and accommodating.
  • Alexander
    United States United States
    Beautifully landscaped, lush, meticulously maintained serene location adjoining the Tongariro River walking trail.
  • Elise
    United States United States
    Everything! Such a clean, comfortable place in a GORGEOUS natural setting with birdsong, lovely landscaping, people who are there for the great outdoors. Tongariro River walk is just out there gate. Also very much enjoyed talking with Peter...
  • Ashley
    United States United States
    Great place to stay to hike the Tongariro Alpine crossing. Very close to the downtown area of Turangi and only a 20-minute drive to the National Park. The room was very clean and more spacious than we expected. Kitchenette was well appointed....
  • Tyler
    Australia Australia
    Helpful and friendly staff, beautiful grounds with lots of facilities
  • Gretchen
    United States United States
    The accomodations, gardens, location and staff were all wonderful.
  • Bernadette
    United Kingdom United Kingdom
    Spacious accomodation. helpful and friendly staff.
  • Mary
    United States United States
    Our unit was very spacious and had a full-size refrigerator, oven, and all the basic kitchen implements, and a comfortable bed. The community bbq grills (propane) were kept very clean, and the laundry facilities came in handy for us. The grounds...

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Amenities of Creel Lodge
Great facilities! Review score, 9.3

Most popular amenities

  • Free parking
  • Free Wifi
  • Non-smoking rooms
  • Facilities for disabled guests
  • Family rooms
  • Tea/Coffee Maker in All Rooms

Bathroom

  • Toilet paper
  • Towels
  • Bathtub or shower
  • Private bathroom
  • Toilet
  • Free toiletries
  • Hairdryer
  • Shower

Bedroom

  • Linens
  • Wardrobe or closet
  • Alarm clock

View

  • Garden view
  • View

Outdoors

  • Picnic area
  • Outdoor dining area
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Sun deck
  • Barbecue
  • BBQ facilities
  • Patio
  • Terrace
  • Garden

Kitchen

  • Dining table
  • Toaster
  • Stovetop
  • Oven
  • Kitchenware
  • Electric kettle
  • Kitchen
  • Microwave
  • Refrigerator

Room Amenities

  • Socket near the bed
  • Drying rack for clothing

Activities

  • Cycling
  • Hiking
  • Skiing
    Off-site
  • Fishing
    Additional charge
  • Golf course (within 2 miles)
    Additional charge

Living Area

  • Dining area
  • Sofa
  • Sitting area

Media & Technology

  • Streaming service (like Netflix)
  • Flat-screen TV
  • Satellite channels
  • Video
  • DVD player
  • Radio
  • TV

Food & Drink

  • Tea/Coffee maker

Internet
Wifi is available in all areas and is free of charge.

Parking
Free private parking is available on site (reservation is not needed).

  • Accessible parking

Services

  • Shuttle service
    Additional charge
  • Baggage storage
  • Laundry
    Additional charge

Safety & security

  • Fire extinguishers
  • Smoke alarms

General

  • Electric blankets
  • Air conditioning
  • Tile/Marble floor
  • Heating
  • Private entrance
  • Carpeted
  • Family rooms
  • Facilities for disabled guests
  • Non-smoking rooms
  • Iron

Accessibility

  • Toilet with grab rails
  • Wheelchair accessible
  • Entire unit located on ground floor

Languages Spoken

  • English

House rules
Creel Lodge takes special requests – add in the next step!

Check-in
From 2:00 PM to 8:00 PM
You need to let the property know what time you'll be arriving in advance.
Check-out
From 8:00 AM to 10:00 AM
Cancellation/ prepayment
Cancellation and prepayment policies vary according to accommodation type. Enter your stay dates and check the conditions of your selected option.
Children & Beds

Child policies

Children of all ages are welcome.

To see correct prices and occupancy info, add the number and ages of children in your group to your search.

Crib and extra bed policies

0 - 1 years
Crib upon request
Free

The number of cribs allowed depends on the option you choose. Check your selected option for more info.

There are no extra beds available at this property.

All cribs are subject to availability.

No age restriction
There's no age requirement for check-in
Pets
Pets are not allowed.
Groups
When booking more than 4 rooms, different policies and additional fees may apply.
Accepted payment methods
VisaMastercardEftposDebit cardCash

The fine print
Must-know information for guests at this property

If you expect to arrive outside reception opening hours, please inform Creel Lodge in advance, using the contact details found on the booking confirmation.

Please note that continental breakfast is delivered to the suite the night before.

Please inform Creel Lodge of your expected arrival time in advance. You can use the Special Requests box when booking, or contact the property directly using the contact details in your confirmation.

In response to the coronavirus (COVID-19), additional safety and sanitation measures are in effect at this property.

FAQs about Creel Lodge

  • Room options at Creel Lodge include:

    • Suite

  • The prices at Creel Lodge may vary depending on your stay (e.g. dates, hotel"s policy etc.). To see prices, enter your dates.

  • Creel Lodge is 2,150 feet from the center of Turangi. All distances are measured in straight lines. Actual travel distances may vary.

  • Check-in at Creel Lodge is from 2:00 PM, and check-out is until 10:00 AM.

  • Creel Lodge offers the following activities/services (charges may apply):

    • Cycling
    • Hiking
    • Skiing
    • Fishing
    • Golf course (within 2 miles)