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Creel Lodge Motel

183 Taupahi Road | Waikato, Turangi 3444, New Zealand
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed 3 June 2013
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Wellington, New Zealand
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed 3 June 2013

Easily the best of several places we've tried in Turangi. What we've been looking for - private units in lovely grounds wakening up to birdsong and the river at the end of the gardens. units are very comfortabel and gas BBQs outside are a bonus. There's really good fish cleaning stations if you are lucky enought to have a trout... More

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5 of 5 stars Reviewed 3 June 2013 via mobile

We stayed for four nights over Queens Birthday. Great hosts, location and spotless accommodation. Relaxed atmosphere to wind down. Great units with everything you need for a fly fishing trip, bar guaranteed fish!

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Auckland
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed 19 May 2013

My wife and I stayed for 3 nights mid-May 2013. I fly fished the mighty Tongariro river and my wife happily walked the river trails and read a much delayed book. The 'cabin' was very comfortable, spotlessly clean with a superb inventory. The gardens and grounds are so peaceful - trees and native birds making for a blissful environment. The... More

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Brisbane, Australia
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed 4 May 2013

This was my 4th time there - I love this spot & I do not fish. It is very peaceful & the people who run it are great. The gardens are nice, the furniture is not 5 star but neither are the prices & I prefer a more relaxed feel - like a holiday house.

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Auckland Region, New Zealand
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed 14 April 2013

This was our third visit to Creel. Though we don't fish we find walking the river trails along the beautiful Tongariro river a magic experience. The suites are well equipped and spotlessly clean with outdoor decks overlooking lovely peaceful gardens, planted to encourage native birds. Though the lodge feels secluded, the village and supermarket are an easy ten minute walk... More

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5 of 5 stars Reviewed 9 April 2013

We weren't intending to fish and before we got there weren't quite sure we'd made the right choice. Well we did - this place is just wonderful for everyone, not just fishermen. Beautiful lodges, wonderfully peacful, lovely grounds with the added bonus of (numerous) barbecues and "decks" on which to enjoy the food and the wine. You definitely don't need... More

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5 of 5 stars Reviewed 6 April 2013

Beautiful lodge with everything you need to have a great stay. It was great to cook dinner in and then hang out on the front deck enjoying the beautiful climate. Owner was very helpful in things to do in the area and the best time to do them. Rooms were nicely updated and had everything we needed. We wanted to... More

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5 of 5 stars Reviewed 27 March 2013

Five fly fishers from Victoria Australia visited 10 to 23 March 2013. The cabins were great, clean well appointed and spacious. We had two rooms. Nothing was too much trouble for Richardd and Jill, even helping out with our injured friend! A fabulous private garden setting made it easy for us to enjoy rest time and bbqs. Cost effective ,friendly... More

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Toronto, Canada
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed 23 March 2013

Spotless and well appointed! Well equipped kitchen area. Lovely setting. Comfy bed. No complaints at all. Room 18 is a little dark as it is an inside suite with only windows on 2 sides. Prefer to stay here than in Taupo.

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4 of 5 stars Reviewed 13 March 2013

Quite an oasis this. Very well looked after in all regards. Very hospitable hosts, lovely accommodation, and very clean. Quiet. I was on a business trip, so did not take advantage of all the facilities, but nonetheless enjoyed it very much. Would love to come back with my wife next time!

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Also Known As:
Creel Hotel Turangi
Creel Motel Turangi
Address: 183 Taupahi Road | Waikato, Turangi 3444, New Zealand
Region: New Zealand > North Island > Turangi
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Free Parking Kitchenette Room Service Suites Wheelchair access
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Ranked #1 of 8 hotels in Turangi
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Official Description (provided by the hotel):
Creel Lodge - Peaceful and quiet away from the main highway, private river access. Tired of travelling? Then visit this oasis on the central plateau, 15 minutes from the Tongariro Crossing - you can see Creel on Google Earth. Inspection welcomed. Have a safe journey. ... more   less 
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