Built in 1952, Putaruru Hotel is located in Putaruru, in the heart of the Waikato Region. The building has art deco features and free private parking is available on site. All the standard hotel rooms have their own bathroom with shower and toilet and a hand basin in the room, not in the bathroom. The Standard Queen Rooms are more spacious and have coffee/tea making facilities in the room. The bathrooms include a bath and toilet. The Studio has 2 bedrooms and 2 bathrooms. In the lounge you will find a couch, and an extra single bed. All rooms have electric blankets and an oil heater and all rooms include free WiFi. The shared pantry includes a fridge, microwave and tea and coffee making facilities. The staff at the tour desk can assist with arranging tours and sightseeing for anywhere within New Zealand, including Hobbiton. Guest laundry services are available. The Waikato River Trail is located nearby the property and Hobbiton is a 30-minute drive away. Hotel Putaruru is 18 km from Okoroire Hot Springs and Lake Arapuni. The beautiful Blue Springs and Te Waihou Walkway is a 12-minute drive away. Putaruru Golf Club is only a 5-minute drive away. It is a 1-hour drive from Hamilton International Airport