Putaruru Hotel
Hotel, 3-star79 Princes Street, Putaruru, New ZealandShow on map
5.7722 reviews
- Check-in from 2:00 PMCheck-out by 10:00 AM.
- Good locationGuests rate the location 7.1 out of 10, at 79 Princes Street.
- Free parkingThe property states parking on site is free for guests.
Charming Art Deco Hotel in the Heart of Waikato Region
Historic Charm: Built in 1952, Putaruru Hotel boasts art deco features, offering a unique and charming stay experience. Free private parking adds convenience to your visit.
Comfortable Accommodation: Enjoy well-equipped rooms with amenities like electric blankets, oil heaters, free WiFi, and coffee/tea making facilities. The Standard Queen Rooms offer extra space, while the Studio provides added privacy with 2 bedrooms and 2 bathrooms.
Convenient Location: Situated near Waikato River Trail and a short drive from Hobbiton, Putaruru Hotel is an ideal base for exploring the region. Take advantage of tour desk services for trip planning and nearby attractions like Okoroire Hot Springs and Blue Springs.
What this place offers
- WiFi available
- Free WiFi
- Parking
- Free Parking
- Non-smoking rooms
- Room service
- Heating
- Family rooms
- Garden
- Hiking
Rooms
5.7
Guest rating
Rated 5.7 out of 10 by 722 guests who stayed here.
- Cleanliness4.1
- Service6.1
- Location7.1
- Rooms5.0
- Amenities6.1
- Value7.0
- Food & drink5.1
Guests mention
Great locationFriendly staffReasonable price
EstherNew ZealandBedroom clean and tidy
KateNew ZealandA grand hotel once upon a time!
Classic old hotel that would have been grand in its day. Could be awesome again once renovated. Lovely staff. Food at the restaurant next door was delicious.
Quite run down but hopefully the owners can bring it back…
GrantNew ZealandPeople smoking in the rooms staff drinking all night and people fighting in the hall ways grumpy staff and I would not stay again
EadieNew ZealandWe wouldn’t stay here again, even if it was free.
It’s close to town. The room was clean as was the linen.
One of the mattresses on the beds had such hard springs they were prominate and it was impossible to be comfortable on, purgatory to spend a night on. The manager…
KarenNew ZealandNot recommended
Hard to think of anything I liked to be honest.
The guy in reception wasn't friendly.
The carpet going up the stairs was hideous. Original plumbing and electrical. Very hard to flush the toilet. Water in shower only just…
RietveldAustraliaYou get what you pay for
Location was close to town. Price was good
The venue is run down, a bit smelly
Reviews are written by guests who booked through our supplier and stayed, shown as written and in their own language. Category scores are the supplier’s reading of recent reviews, updated January 2026.
Where you’ll be
79 Princes Street, Putaruru, New Zealand
Guests rate the location 7.1 out of 10 — good.
Things to know
Cancellation
Each room shows its own terms before you pay.
Most rates can be cancelled free until a date shown on the room.
Non-refundable rates are marked as such.
House rules
Check-in from 2:00 PM until 08:00 PM
Check-out by 10:00 AM
Children welcome
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No pets
Free parking on site
Non-smoking rooms available
Payment & property
Paid when you book, not at the desk.
Rates include the taxes and fees we can read.
The property may take a card at check-in for incidentals.
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If you expect to arrive outside reception opening hours, please inform Putaruru Hotel in advance, using the contact details found on the booking confirmation. Guest laundry services are available.Guests are required to show a photo ID and credit card upon check-in. Please note that all Special Requests are subject to availability and additional charges may apply. A deposit may be required at the property.
What we’d check for you here
- How many rooms they will hold at once, for how long, and on what terms.
- That the step-free room is actually free on your dates, and whether it is a roll-in shower or a bath, which the listing never says.
- Whether there is room for a pickup, a trailer or a van, not just a car.
- Whether the rate moves for your dates, and what it includes.
- What the property actually charges at the desk on top of the rate.
Questions about Putaruru Hotel
What time is check-in and check-out at Putaruru Hotel?
Check-in is from 2:00 PM. Check-out is by 10:00 AM. If you're arriving late, tell us and we'll ask the property to hold the room.
Does Putaruru Hotel allow pets?
No — the property states that pets are not allowed.
Is there parking at Putaruru Hotel?
Yes — the property states that parking on site is free. Whether a space can be reserved in advance varies, so we check it against your dates.
Does Putaruru Hotel have Wi-Fi?
Yes — internet access is listed among the property's facilities.
Can I book a block of rooms at Putaruru Hotel?
The property lists meeting and banquet space, which usually means it handles group business — but how many rooms it will hold at once, for how long, and at what rate are set case by case and are not in any feed. Tell us the dates and the number of rooms and we'll get those terms from the property in writing before anything is charged.
Does Putaruru Hotel have wheelchair accessible rooms?
The property lists step-free or accessible facilities. That flag is the one least able to settle the question: a hotel can carry it and still have a step at the entrance, or a bath rather than a roll-in shower, and it does not say whether the accessible room is free on your dates. Tell us what you need and we'll ask the property directly rather than reading you the flag.
How do I book Putaruru Hotel?
Put your dates in above and book online, or call (888) 789-8585 and we'll do it for you — including things a booking form can't handle, like a block of rooms, a monthly rate or an invoice for your employer.
Where is Putaruru Hotel?
79 Princes Street, Putaruru.
Other places we book in Putaruru
Nothing to do with the booking above. The same market, priced the same way, for if this one is not it.
