Trees play a big role in Tokoroa. This town is at the centre of New Zealand’s forestry, timber and paper industries. You’ll find Tokoroa between the farmlands of Waikato and the huge forests of plantation pine in central North Island. A striking feature of the town is its collection of Talking Poles. Made of various types of wood, there are over 40 of these poles, mostly in the central business district. Each highlights a unique aspect of Tokoroa and together are a great way to discover the town’s history. Just a three-minute drive from the roundabout at Bridge and Papanui Streets is Lake Moananui. You can have a picnic here, surrounded by the man-made lake, grass and trees. One of the best ways to enjoy this town is to stay in a comfortable rental. For your next trip, scroll down for the best Airbnb vacation rentals in Tokoroa, New Zealand.
We handpicked these listings carefully, considering (wherever possible) Superhost status, recent guest reviews, location, accommodation type, prices, availability of dates, decor, and amenities. The image galleries get refreshed with the latest updates regularly. They were last updated on April 14, 2024.
1. The Pink House (from USD 79)
This lovely rental bears some of its previous resident’s personal touches. On the exterior, the colour was chosen by the current owner’s mother. Inside, you’ll find some of her mother’s personal belongings, such as framed cross-stitched pictures hanging on the walls. The cottage also comes with four beds, but if you need sleeping space for your toddler, you can request a cot. If you’ve driven here, you can park your vehicle, for free, in the front yard, which has space for up to three vehicles.
The house also comes with a veranda at the front and the back where you can relax.
Top guest reviews
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very comfortable house with a well equipped kitchenCleanliness:
super clean and well managed housethe house was very clean and tidythe house was very clean tidy and comfortablelots of space and clean and tidythe accommodation was very clean and cosyHost:
host was so friendly and kindalby was a great host very accommodatingalby was friendly and easy to deal withalby was friendly and helpfulalby was very helpful and the kids loved the toysRead more reviewsLocation:
nice place as location handy for rotorua taupo and good for a short break to aucklandeasy location from the in-laws and enjoyed our stayit was a perfect location for our one night stop on our way back to aucklanda good place to stay n a peaceful place
2. Farmland Retreat (from USD 61)
If you’re looking to digitally detox, you’ll love this tiny house. It’s located on farmland with no reliable connection service for mobile phones. This means you can spend your time mountain biking on the nearby tracks or walking along the river. The house also comes with a deck, so you can have a good rest here while watching the sunset. Furthermore, only solar power is available here, enough to charge your mobile devices and laptops.
Ask for approval if you need to bring a pet, which incurs an additional nightly fee of 10 USD.
Top guest reviews
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the gas heater and cooker work a treatthe beds were very comfortable and of very good qualitythe beds are super comfortable and the shower is hot and strongCleanliness:
the place was beautifully clean and we would stay againplace was clean and tidy and had everything we neededthe cabin was clean private and incredibly comfortablequiet clean and fully equipped with all you might needits peaceful private and cleanHost:
the hosts and dogs are super friendlyelaine was friendly and kind and we were happily surprised by the comfort insidefriendly hosts easy to deal with and super friendly doggothe place was very nice and the people were very nice and helpfulamazing place just what we needed fantastic host highly recommendRead more reviewsLocation:
location is really goodeasy access and great locationpeaceful beautiful location - thank you for our staya great place to stay if you want to be away from city environmentvery peaceful and close to tokoroa and some lovely walks
3. Pet-friendly home
This home has lots of space and is where the owner lives with his trio of dogs. He also has other guests staying here, so you’ll have lots of company. You can bring along your own pet as well; just let the host know. You can also utilise all the areas and appliances that are available for sharing, such as the bathroom, dining room and kitchen. Make sure to clean up after you’re done and be mindful of the other guests sharing this place with you.
Tokoroa, Waikato, New Zealand
22.6 km (14.1 mi) from Dunham's Point ReserveSuperhost
Accommodates: 2
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comfortable bed with great views from the balconya quiet and peaceful room with nice views of the sunset from the balconywould definitely book the same room again thanks a lota lovely private room with a balcony with a friendly and accommodating hostbathroom was downstairs but not a problemCleanliness:
house & grounds were clean & tidyHost:
steven is a great host and opens his doors into his homebrilliant host providing an exceptional servicesteven was so kind and accommodatingsteven was very friendly and accommodatingsteven is a great host - sociable & obligingRead more reviewsLocation:
location is super central with scenic access roads to rotorua and waitomogreat location wonderful space comfy bed and pleasant accommodating host
4. Well-equipped home with friendly owner (from USD 37)
The owner lives here, so your only private space will be the double room, which comes with a queen-size bed. Bedsheets and pillowcases are provided, but you’ll need to make the bed yourself. Do keep in mind that the owner’s dog also stays in the same house. The place is also wheelchair-friendly, providing an inclusive stay for all its guests. A light meal for breakfast is provided, but if you need more food, you can prepare your own dishes in the well-equipped kitchen.
For activities, you can try hiking or cycling through the forested areas.
Top guest reviews
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best value room u can get in tokoroaCleanliness:
clean room and bathroomvery clean room and bathroomvery clean room and facilitiesdave's room is nicely done quite and very cleanthe house is really clean and tidyHost:
great host and very good communicationsdave is a really nice hostdave is a great hosthe is a great host and made us feel perfectly at homedave is an excellent hostRead more reviewsLocation:
the place is very nice and comfortable location is very convenient near shops and public transportdave’s place is easy to find and great valuethe place was perfect for what we needed on a small budget
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5. Beautiful home in peaceful surroundings (from USD 213)
Depending on your group size and needs, you can choose to book this listing as an entire house or as two suites. Each suite can sleep four people. One of the suites, Awanui, comes with a kitchen, while the other suite, called Sakura, features a kitchenette and washer/dryer. The suites also have king-size beds. If you need more sleeping options, you can use the two sofa beds in the common space.
The cottage comes with a deck that offers fantastic views. This rental is wheelchair-friendly too.
Top guest reviews
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lovely stay comfy sofa beautiful shower and an absolutely stunning view to wake up to on a sunny morningthe beds were super comfy and the kitchen had everything we neededCleanliness:
very clean and tidyvery clean and ver well maintained apartmentbeautiful house very clean and warmjenny's place is very spacious clean and quietit was clean spacious and good value for moneyHost:
amazing home and wonderful hostjenny the host was very lovely and welcomingjenny is a fantastic host and we highly recommend this accommodation :-)host is so nice toojenny was very helpful and responsiveRead more reviewsLocation:
awesome space and close to towna great vocational place for familieswhat a magnificent place to stay i couldn't have wished for a more beautiful post or pre wedding staybest place to stay in tokoroaa beautiful place for a girls weekend getaway
6. The Bullring Lodge (from USD 61)
Expand your social network by booking this rental. You’ll be staying in one of the eight rooms, each with a queen-size bed, double bunk beds and a television. You’ll be sharing the toilet and shower facilities with the guests who booked the other seven rooms. There is a kitchen and lounge as well, where everyone can prepare their own meals and get to know each other.
For entertainment, there is a pool table and dart board as well as a playground for young ones. The large lawn is also perfect for a game of football with your fellow travellers.
Top guest reviews
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pleasant rooms & communal facilities though a bit noisy so close to the main roadreally good quality bed and linensCleanliness:
impressively clean and renovatedthe place was clean and attendedvery clean bathrooms and comfortable bedsvery clean convenient and great value for moneyvery clean good value for what you payHost:
nice and friendly staffgreat place and very friendly service :)staff are very helpful nonethelessperfect place for star gazing as well quite children friendlyRead more reviewsLocation:
perfect location for usgreat location convenient to both taupo and rotoruapleasant convenient place to stay for cycling the waikato river trailwhat an amazing discovery on airbnb loved lance's placegreat value for money and handy to places we visited in the area
7. Great rental in peaceful location (from USD 115)
Enjoy a peaceful time at this rental located in the midst of farmlands. It comes with a north-facing large deck offering gorgeous views of the lake. The rental also comes with three bedrooms. If your group comprises 10 people, you can even make use of the outhouse for additional sleeping space. While you can use the majority of the spaces here, there are some areas, such as the garage and a few cupboards, which are kept locked.
Also, blankets and duvets are provided free of charge, but bedsheets, pillowcases and towels incur an additional fee.
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very comfortable house in a rural setting lovely outlookas described in listing and perfect situation for all our trips - we felt very comfortableCleanliness:
clean and stylish comfortable housenice homely clean and warm accommodation with everything you need for a comfortable stayamazing place was very clean and very good hostgreat emenities and cleanHost:
thank you for hosting:)brett was super helpful and welcominggreat place to stay with great hostsclean thoughtful of all that you might need as away from home very responsive hostRead more reviewsLocation:
the location itself is ideal for visiting taupo and rotoruagreat trip away close to all the tourist attractionsloved the location but be aware there's not much nearby so take your suppliesin a nice quiet location 30 minutes drive from tauporelaxing calming & close to nature
8. Lovely home for families (from USD 90)
Young ones in your group will enjoy running around and playing at this spacious rental. If you’re bringing a car or a boat, there’s space available to park it too. You can bring your own towels, bedsheets and pillowcases and do your own cleaning. But if there’s no space in your luggage for the linens and your itinerary doesn’t allow for any cleaning time, you can request these for an additional fee.
Furthermore, you’ll have access to everything but the garage here. As a bonus, feel free to bring your fur babies to this pet-friendly house too.
Top guest reviews
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very tidy and comfortable and lots of space for parkinga excellent comfortable stay with everything you need securely fenced for those travelling with kids or dogsCleanliness:
great place clean tidy everything you need comfy beds and great communicationthe cottage was clean and comfortablecute place clean and tidya great stay the hosue was comfy clean and warma clean bach in a lovely locationHost:
awesome accommodation and awesome hostRead more reviewsLocation:
great location and suited the event nicelygreat bach at a great locationbeautiful home located in a nice relaxing quiet areagreat place for families and good locationthe house is in a great location and had everything we needed
9. Ivy Cottage (from USD 81)
This cottage was built in 1946 and still has the original wooden floors and eclectic decor. At 50 sq m (538 sq. ft.), it’s just right for up to three people. Moreover, breakfast on your first morning here is taken care of as you’ll find some delightful treats, such as homemade muesli, bread, condiments or freshly laid eggs. There is also a king-size bed in one of the bedrooms and a double bed in the other bedroom, ensuring a restful sleep for everyone.
Additionally, you can enjoy free parking and a washing machine for your convenience here.
Top guest reviews
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the cottage is very well equipped beds were very comfortablethis lovely cottage was charming very comfortable and serenespeaking of which we loved the bed and mattressesthe cottage was really enjoyable warm with all the facilities and more for a comfortable staywe were welcomed at the gate the heater was on there were fresh laid eggs for breakfastCleanliness:
deborah’s place was awesome very clean tidy and well equippeddeborah was very helpful and pleasant and keeps the place spotlessly cleanwe appreciated the drying rack and heat pump to dry our cycling gearit was super clean and the kitchen is very well equipped with all the pots pans etcthe cottage was spotlessly clean and tidy and the space was artful comfortable and interestingHost:
deborah was a friendly hostdeborah is a lovely and helpful hostdeborah is such a lovely hostdeborah was a great host very friendly and helpfuldeborah was communicative and greatRead more reviewsLocation:
walkable to the lake and little trails and all around a beautiful feeling inside and around
10. Nice home that's perfect for families (from USD 91)
You’ll have access to most of the large family home, except for one room which is kept locked. Outside, you can enjoy the fresh country air and listen to the singing of birds that live in the surrounding trees. You’ll also hear the sound of road traffic and freight trains as a main road and railway line are nearby, making your stay more accessible. At the back of the house is a grassy area where young ones can play, and the adults can go for a run.
Furthermore, the owner grows fresh herbs and vegetables in the garden that you are welcome to use for your meals.
Top guest reviews
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a cozy comfortable place with incredible views and friendly pet catcosy and warm with an efficient gas heater for cooler eveningsfrom the window seat (which unusually for window seats is comfortable) there is a great viewexcellent accommodation lots of space well equipped kitchen beautiful garden nice hostCleanliness:
the house was really clean and beautifulit is very comfortable clean and cozynice clean country side homethe house is very clean well equipped and cosyclean good location well laid out with plenty of spaceHost:
great property and great hostrichard is a friendly host and is easy to deal withthe owner thoughtfully left us a large tub of organic blueberriesrichard was very helpful and welcoming and let us pick from his veggie patchrichard was a fantastic hostRead more reviewsLocation:
richard’s place is ideally locatedlocation is good close to hobbit movie set and rotorua(1hour drive)the house was perfect and in a gorgeous locationvery nice rural house with plenty of things to do in the closest proximity (30-50 minutes driving)very neat and tidy able to talk with richard about the location
Enjoy Mother Nature in Tokoroa
You’ll be fully immersed in the beauty of nature’s best in Tokoroa. With forests to explore and friendly locals to meet, you and your family or friends are sure to have a grand time here. Book any of these rentals for a cosy holiday!
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