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Located just a 5-minute walk from Taumarunui's town centre, Forgotten World Motel offers accommodation with free WiFi and free on-site parking. All accommodation includes cable TV. Forgotten World Motel is a 6-minute drive from Taumarunui Golf Course. It is a 45-minute drive to the ski resort of Whakapapa. Tongariro National Park is 90 minutes' drive away. Guests can enjoy a historic tour with Forgotten World Adventures, located on-site, from October through to May. Each room and apartment includes electric blankets, a toaster, and tea/coffee making facilities. Your private bathroom offers a toilet and shower. Ironing facilities are available upon request. Guests have access to drying facilities for ski and snowboard equipment.

Couples particularly like the location — they rated it 8.8 for a two-person trip.

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Property highlights

Top location: Highly rated by recent guests (8.9)

Free private parking available on-site


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Availability

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Room type
Number of guests
 
1 single bed
and
1 double bed
1 single bed
and
1 double bed
2 single beds
and
1 double bed
Bedroom 1:
2 single beds
and
1 double bed
Bedroom 2:
1 double bed
1 extra-large double bed
Bedroom 1:
1 double bed
Bedroom 2:
1 double bed
1 extra-large double bed
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Property practices

This property has told us they implemented certain practices across some or all of these categories: waste, water, energy and greenhouse gases, destination and community, and nature.
Guest reviews

Categories:

Staff
9.1
Facilities
7.7
Cleanliness
8.6
Comfort
8.5
Value for money
8.3
Location
8.9
Free WiFi
7.9
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See what guests loved the most:

  • Audrey
    New Zealand New Zealand
    The unit was old style but spotless. Staff were very helpful and organised very close car parking to be reserved for me because of my age and disability. Recommend.
  • C
    Cornelia
    New Zealand New Zealand
    We had a very pleasant stay, the staff was lovely, the unit was good and clean and the beds were super.
  • Brigitta
    Switzerland Switzerland
    Very friendly staff; beautiful rooms, very clean and spacious; good brealfast

Property surroundings

Facilities of Forgotten World Motel

Most popular facilities
  • Facilities for disabled guests
  • Free WiFi
  • Free parking
  • Non-smoking rooms
  • Family rooms
Bathroom
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels
  • Bath or shower
  • Private bathroom
  • Toilet
  • Free toiletries
  • Hairdryer
  • Shower
Bedroom
  • Linen
  • Alarm clock
View
  • Inner courtyard view
Outdoors
  • Picnic area
  • Outdoor furniture
Kitchen
  • Cleaning products
  • Toaster
  • Electric kettle
  • Microwave
  • Refrigerator
Room Amenities
  • Socket near the bed
Ski
  • Ski storage
Activities
  • Cycling
    Off-site
  • Hiking
    Off-site
  • Canoeing
    Additional chargeOff-site
  • Skiing
    Off-site
  • Fishing
    Additional chargeOff-site
  • Golf course (within 3 km)
    Additional charge
Media & Technology
  • Flat-screen TV
  • Satellite channels
  • TV
Food & Drink
  • Special diet menus (on request)
  • Breakfast in the room
Internet
WiFi is available in all areas and is free of charge.
Parking
Free private parking is possible on site (reservation is not needed).
  • Street parking
  • Accessible parking
Reception services
  • Invoice provided
  • Tour desk
Cleaning services
  • Daily housekeeping
  • Laundry
    Additional charge
Business facilities
  • Fax/photocopying
    Additional charge
  • Meeting/banquet facilities
    Additional charge
Safety & security
  • Fire extinguishers
  • Smoke alarms
  • Security alarm
  • Key access
General
  • Shuttle service
    Additional charge
  • Electric blankets
  • Non-smoking throughout
  • Wake-up service
  • Heating
  • Private entrance
  • Packed lunches
  • Carpeted
  • Fan
  • Family rooms
  • Ironing facilities
  • Facilities for disabled guests
  • Non-smoking rooms
  • Iron
  • Wake up service/Alarm clock
Languages spoken
  • English

House rules

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Check-in

From 14:00 to 17:00

Check-out

From 08:00 to 10:00

 

Cancellation/
prepayment

Cancellation and prepayment policies vary according to accommodation type. Please enter the dates of your stay and check the conditions of your required room.

Children and beds

Child policies

Children of any age are welcome.

Children 6 years and above will be charged as adults at this property.

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

Cot and extra bed policies

0 - 2 years
Cot upon request
Free

The number of cots allowed is dependent on the option you choose. Please check your selected option for more information.

There are no extra beds available at this property.

All cots are subject to availability.

No age restriction

There is no age requirement for check-in

Pets

Pets are not allowed.

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The fine print
Need-to-know information for guests at this property

Please note that there is a 2% charge when you pay with a credit card.

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

Due to Coronavirus (COVID-19), this property has reduced reception and service operating hours.

In accordance with government guidelines to minimise transmission of the Coronavirus (COVID-19), this property may request additional documentation from guests to validate identity, travel itinerary and other relevant information, during dates where such guidelines exist.

Due to Coronavirus (COVID-19), this property adheres to strict physical distancing measures.

Due to Coronavirus (COVID-19), please ensure that you are only booking this property following the local government guidelines of the destination, including but not limited to the purpose of travel, and maximum allowed group size.

Due to Coronavirus (COVID-19), wearing a face mask is mandatory in all indoor common areas.

It is not possible to stay at this property for Coronavirus (COVID-19) quarantine purposes.

FAQs about Forgotten World Motel

  • Yes, Forgotten World Motel is popular with guests booking family stays.

  • Room options at Forgotten World Motel include:

    • Studio
    • Suite
    • Apartment
    • Twin

  • Check-in at Forgotten World Motel is from 14:00, and check-out is until 10:00.

  • Forgotten World Motel offers the following activities / services (charges may apply):

    • Cycling
    • Hiking
    • Skiing
    • Fishing
    • Canoeing
    • Golf course (within 3 km)

  • Forgotten World Motel is 850 yards from the centre of Taumarunui. All distances are measured in straight lines. Actual travel distances may vary.

  • The prices at Forgotten World Motel may vary depending on your stay (e.g. dates you select, hotel's policy etc.). See the prices by entering your dates.