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Putaruru Arms Motor Inn

2.5 star property
Motel with free parking, in the vicinity of Te Waihou Walkway

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Property grounds
Reception
Twin Room | Free WiFi, bed sheets
Exterior
Lobby

Reviews

6.0 out of 10

Popular amenities

  • Kitchen
  • Housekeeping
  • Parking included
  • Free WiFi

Explore the area

Map
92 Tirau St, Putaruru, Waikato, 3411
  • Putaruru Timber Museum
    ‪3 min drive‬
  • Te Waihou Walkway
    ‪3 min drive‬
  • Hobbiton Movie Set
    ‪30 min drive‬
  • Rotorua (ROT-Rotorua Regional)
    ‪54 min drive‬

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Room options

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Studio | Free WiFi, bed sheets

Studio

  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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Family Room, 2 Double Beds | Free WiFi, bed sheets

Family Room, 2 Double Beds

  • 538 sq ft
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double Beds

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Twin Room | Free WiFi, bed sheets

Twin Room

  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Queen Bed and 1 Twin Bed

About the neighborhood

Putaruru

Located 2.7 mi (4.3 km) from Te Waihou Walkway, Putaruru Arms Motor Inn is within a 15-minute drive of other popular attractions like Lake Karapiro. This 19-room motel has in-room conveniences like kitchenettes, refrigerators, and microwaves.
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What's nearby

  • Grey Street Reserve - 3 min drive - 1.4 miles
  • Putaruru Timber Museum - 3 min drive - 2.2 miles
  • Te Waihou Walkway - 3 min drive - 2.7 miles
  • Lake Karapiro - 11 min drive - 8.3 miles
  • Hobbiton Movie Set - 30 min drive - 18.5 miles

Getting around

  • Hamilton (HLZ-Hamilton Intl.) - 47 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Hog and Hounds - ‬5 min walk
  • ‪Putaruru Food Court - ‬7 min walk
  • ‪Canton Takeaways - ‬6 min walk
  • ‪The Wooden Farmer - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪The Honey Shop Cafe - ‬7 min drive

About this property

Putaruru Arms Motor Inn

Motel with free parking, in the vicinity of Te Waihou Walkway
Guests of Putaruru Arms Motor Inn enjoy features like free WiFi in public areas. If you decide to drive, there's free parking. Front-desk staff can help with luggage storage, and provide local restaurant recommendations.
Guests can expect to find free WiFi and flat-screen TVs. Kitchenettes, refrigerators, and microwaves are also standard.

Languages

English

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Free self parking on site

Family friendly

  • In-room kitchenette
  • In-room microwave
  • In-room refrigerator

Conveniences

  • Limited-hour front desk
  • Luggage storage

Guest services

  • Housekeeping (daily)

Accessibility

  • No elevator

More

  • Smoke-free property

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries
  • Private bathroom
  • Shower
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • Flat-screen TV

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Electric kettle
  • Kitchenette
  • Microwave
  • Refrigerator

More

  • Heating

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 2 PM; Check-in end time: 6:00 PM

Check-out

Check-out before 10 AM

Special check-in instructions

The front desk is open daily from 9:30 AM - 6:00 PM
Front desk staffed during limited hours
This property doesn't offer after-hours check-in

Access methods

Front desk (limited hours)

Pets

  • Service animals exempt from fees

Property payment types

Important information

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card, or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
This property accepts credit cards; cash is not accepted
  • Check-in: 2 PM
  • Check-out: 10 AM
The front desk is available during limited hours. Driving? This property offers free parking.

We should mention

Details about charges, deposits, or other important information:

  • This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business, or profession.
  • Charges for extra guests may apply and vary depending on the property's policy.
  • A cash deposit, credit card, or debit card for incidental charges, as well as a government-issued photo ID, may be required at check-in.
  • Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in and can't be guaranteed. Certain requests may come with additional charges.
  • This property accepts credit cards. Cash is not accepted. 

Additional information about polices, regulations, and more:

  • There are no elevators.
  • No cribs or infant beds are available.
  • No rollaway or extra beds are available.

National rating

For the benefit of our customers, we have provided a rating based on our rating system.

Property is also known as

Arms Motor Inn
Putaruru Arms Motor
Arms Motor
Putaruru Arms Motor Inn Motel
Putaruru Arms Motor Inn Putaruru
Putaruru Arms Motor Inn Motel Putaruru

Frequently asked questions

What is there to do near Putaruru Arms Motor Inn?

This motel in Putaruru is within a 10-minute walk of Putaruru Water Park and Lorraine Moller Reserve. You'll also find AL Mason Reserve and Constance Tulloch Reserve less than a mile away.

How much does it cost to stay at Putaruru Arms Motor Inn?

As of May 2, 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Putaruru Arms Motor Inn on May 12, 2025 start from $93.21, excluding taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

Is parking available on site at Putaruru Arms Motor Inn?

Yes, self parking is offered for free at the motel.

Does Putaruru Arms Motor Inn have a casino at the property?

No, Putaruru Arms Motor Inn doesn't have a casino.

Is there an indoor pool at Putaruru Arms Motor Inn?

No, there is no indoor pool at this motel.

Are there hot tubs at Putaruru Arms Motor Inn?

No, this motel doesn't have a spa tub.

Does Putaruru Arms Motor Inn feature a restaurant that includes a breakfast menu?

No, Putaruru Arms Motor Inn doesn't have a restaurant that serves breakfast.

Does Putaruru Arms Motor Inn allow pets to stay for free?

No, pets aren't allowed at Putaruru Arms Motor Inn though service animals are welcome.

Are there connecting rooms at Putaruru Arms Motor Inn?

No, there aren't connecting guestrooms at this motel.

How close is the airport from Putaruru Arms Motor Inn?

The closest major airport to Putaruru Arms Motor Inn is Hamilton (HLZ-Hamilton Intl.), which is about 27.4 mi away. Another top airport is Rotorua (ROT-Rotorua Regional), which is around 29.5 mi away.

Are there rooms with balconies at Putaruru Arms Motor Inn?

No, there aren't any guestrooms with balconies at Putaruru Arms Motor Inn.

Putaruru Arms Motor Inn Reviews

Reviews

6.0
Rating 10 - Excellent. 8 out of 57 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 13 out of 57 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 15 out of 57 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 13 out of 57 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 8 out of 57 reviews

6.2/10

Cleanliness

7.0/10

Staff & service

5.2/10

Amenities

5.2/10

Property conditions & facilities

5.2/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

4/10 Poor

Nirosh

Traveled with family
Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
I booked that room for 4 people, but room had utilities only for one person.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2025

2/10 Terrible

MARIA

Business traveler
Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
It was good to arrive and walk into my room. Pissed off no normal channels on tv only a song channel. Watered down soap in bottle in bathroom. Took too long for the shower water to heat up.. Not even worth wot i paid for. Needs a good clean up around the place. motel. Its only a money motel.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2025

6/10 Okay

Gerald

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness
New manager is working to improve facilities
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2025

6/10 Okay

Michelle Memory Stephanie

Traveled with partner
Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
It was ok for the price
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2025

2/10 Terrible

sudheesh

Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2025

4/10 Poor

Renny john

Traveled with family and small children, Traveled with group
Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Sorry to say this but it wasn’t good as it lacked cleanliness. The trash wasn’t taken out , nor the towels changed , unlike any other motels we stayed before.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2025

6/10 Okay

robert

Stayed 1 night in Dec 2024

4/10 Poor

Yuki

Traveled with family
Disliked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Toilet was not cleaned. No substantial cutleries and plates. Staff was nice.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2024

4/10 Poor

Catherine

Traveled with group
Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The place is well located and the staff is very friendly. Unfortunately, the quality of the room wasn’t good. Not very clean and lots of things missing: kettle, soap, sponge, only 2 glasses/ 1 cup/ 2 plates for 4 people. We asked the friendly guy working there and we got a few more things. We had to wash again the cutlery and plates before using them. The windows were very dirty, etc. The place has a lot of potential but needs some improvement.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Tasi

Clean family room very spacious and the beds were comfortable for a family of 4
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2024

8/10 Good

Dennis

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
My room in this older motel was completely renovated and very nice.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2024

8/10 Good

Denys

Business traveler
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Average accommodation but comfortable bed
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2024

6/10 Okay

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Disliked: Room comfort

Dated decor, uncomfortable bed, but clean and tidy

The check in was fine, the proprietor was friendly and attentive. The room smelled musty and damp and had very dated decor, but it was clean and tidy. The motel was right on the main road, but the traffic noise wasn't too bad.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024

2/10 Terrible

Jo, Auckland

Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024

6/10 Okay

Chris

Traveled with partner
Disliked: Property conditions & facilities
It was once a lovely place but is now everything is very dated and tired looking. Emergency housing on site as well which is very sad. Having said that, it was quiet and we slept well
Stayed 1 night in May 2023

4/10 Poor

Derek and Kristine

Traveled with family and small children
Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Amenities, property conditions & facilities
Not the best,in need of work. Too many bugs in kitchen.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2023

8/10 Good

qun

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
nice place

2/10 Terrible

Sean

Traveled with partner
Disliked: Amenities, property conditions & facilities
Upon arrival we walk into the room and the stench was unbearable, it smelt like the room hadn't been open for at least six months. Towels and pillows had green snot marks on them. We had decided at this point we couldn't stay in this place. We had tried the TV but it also didn't work. We have never had to stay in a place as bad as this. We approached the front reception and he offered a refund as he understood are concerns.

10/10 Excellent

KEVIN, MILSON

Stayed 1 night in Nov 2022

2/10 Terrible

Mina

Stayed 1 night in Oct 2022

6/10 Okay

Maxwell

Traveled with family
Disliked: Amenities, property conditions & facilities
Badly needs an update. The room was okay it was clean. The heating didn't work.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2022

10/10 Excellent

Lorraine

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We rang to say we would be late and they very kindly waited up for us...He was very friendly and helpful.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2022

10/10 Excellent

warren

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
It was excellent both service and room
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2022

6/10 Okay

f

Stayed 1 night in Jan 2022

8/10 Good

Mariusz

Liked: Staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2022