Piopio accommodation from NZ$99

You could also check out the Caves Motor Inn and the Glowworm Motel. The Caves Motor Inn is situated 30 kilometres away from the middle of Piopio. The Glowworm Motel is located 30 kilometres away. Two other places to stay in the area include the Redwood Lodge and the Panorama Motor Inn Te Kuiti.

If you still have some puff left, you could travel further in Waikato. Admire Waikato's beaches, coastal plains and forests. If the great outdoors are not your cup of tea, explore a few of the area's old towns. Popular pastimes in this part of New Zealand include mountain biking and mountain climbing.

Don't skedaddle before you have checked out the University of Waikato, Hamilton Gardens and Founders Theatre in Hamilton. Should you wish to spend a few nights in Hamilton, check out the Manhattan Lodge Motel and Ascot Lodge Motel. 100 kilometres to the east of Piopio, you may also choose to stay at Taupo, which is home to the Hilton Lake Taupo and Lake Taupo TOP 10 Holiday Resort. If you're staying in Taupo, be sure to visit the Huka Falls, Craters of the Moon and Wairakei International Golf Course.

Hamilton International Airport can be found 75 kilometres away from the centre of Piopio. If you wish to stay nearby, you can book a room at the Hamilton Airport Hotel & Conference Centre or the Narrows Landing.