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Our top choices for Desert Road hotels

Outdoor dining

The Crossing Lodge and Backpackers

The Crossing Lodge and Backpackers
2.0 star property
Erua
8.0 out of 10, Very good, (44 reviews)
"Great stay and opportunity to meet others. "
United States
Joy
The price is €33
includes taxes & fees
14 Apr - 15 Apr
The Crossing Lodge and Backpackers
Lounge

Skotel Alpine Resort

Skotel Alpine Resort
3.5 star property
Tongariro National Park
8.4 out of 10, Very good, (834 reviews)
"Nice hotel"
United States
Giuliana
The price is €46
includes taxes & fees
27 Apr - 28 Apr
Skotel Alpine Resort
Exterior

Snowman Lodge

Snowman Lodge
2.0 star property
Ohakune
8.0 out of 10, Very good, (96 reviews)
"Super easy to find, clean room, great food options around"
Australia
Nicole
The price is €45
includes taxes & fees
3 May - 4 May
Snowman Lodge
Café

LKNZ Lodge & Cafe

LKNZ Lodge & Cafe
3.5 star property
Ohakune
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (85 reviews)
"Great value for money, the Barracks suite was great, shower was ready and towels were available, the noise from the road was not too loud either."
Australia
Brent
The price is €45
includes taxes & fees
28 Apr - 29 Apr
LKNZ Lodge & Cafe
Seasonal outdoor pool

Turangi Leisure Lodge

Turangi Leisure Lodge
2.5 star property
Turangi
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (544 reviews)
"A great located motel with lots of great amenities eg mini golf, spa pools , swimming pool etc and the rooms are large, clean and well appointed but are a bit tired but overall good. I would happily stay here again"
Australia
Alan
The price is €67
includes taxes & fees
10 May - 11 May
Turangi Leisure Lodge
Exterior

Plateau Lodge

Plateau Lodge
3.0 star property
National Park Village
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (351 reviews)
"Stayed just for the night with family- was a comfortable stay. "
United States
Archana
The price is €60
includes taxes & fees
15 Apr - 16 Apr
Plateau Lodge
Front of property

Adventure Lodge & Motel

Adventure Lodge & Motel
3.5 star property
National Park Village
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (298 reviews)
"Wonderful stay. Just what we wanted for our family stay. "
Canada
Martin
The price is €47
includes taxes & fees
27 Apr - 28 Apr
Adventure Lodge & Motel
Reception

The Park Hotel Ruapehu

The Park Hotel Ruapehu
3.0 star property
National Park Village
8.2 out of 10, Very good, (1,006 reviews)
"Hot tub. Good location for car access to the trails."
United States
Mark
The price is €72
includes taxes & fees
26 Apr - 27 Apr
The Park Hotel Ruapehu
Dinner served

Parklands Motorlodge

Parklands Motorlodge
3.5 star property
Turangi
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (407 reviews)
"nice staff, clean room, lots of facilities "
Australia
Miri
The price is €74
includes taxes & fees
15 Apr - 16 Apr
Parklands Motorlodge
Interior

Turangi Bridge Motel

Turangi Bridge Motel
3.5 star property
Turangi
8.4 out of 10, Very good, (584 reviews)
"Great place to stay on a budget with great food ."
Australia
Mark
The price is €75
includes taxes & fees
13 Apr - 14 Apr
Turangi Bridge Motel
Front of property

The Hobbit Motorlodge

The Hobbit Motorlodge
3.5 star property
Ohakune
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (209 reviews)
"Very spacious with a good view and friendly staff."
Canada
Jason
The price is €64
includes taxes & fees
19 Apr - 20 Apr
The Hobbit Motorlodge
Front of property

Mountain Heights Lodge

Mountain Heights Lodge
3.0 star property
National Park Village
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (215 reviews)
"Absolutely perfect accommodations. Really enjoyed everything about it. "
United States
William
The price is €81
includes taxes & fees
19 Apr - 20 Apr
Mountain Heights Lodge
Front of property – evening/night

Snowhaven

Snowhaven
3.0 star property
Ohakune
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (303 reviews)
"Modest but clean small town motel "
Australia
dale
The price is €78
includes taxes & fees
29 Apr - 30 Apr
Snowhaven
Lobby lounge

Pipers Lodge

Pipers Lodge
3.0 star property
National Park Village
8.4 out of 10, Very good, (142 reviews)
"Staff good but rooms and facilities a bit dilapidated. breakfast appreciated "
Australia
Sarah
The price is €58
includes taxes & fees
27 Apr - 28 Apr
Pipers Lodge
Family Room - Prepaid

Ohakune Court Motel

Ohakune Court Motel
3.0 star property
Ohakune
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (226 reviews)
"Good parking, quiet location, everything required"
Australia
Carol
The price is €69
includes taxes & fees
12 Apr - 13 Apr
Ohakune Court Motel
Exterior

Motuoapa Bay Chalets

Motuoapa Bay Chalets
3.5 star property
Motuoapa
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (94 reviews)
"The cabin was fantastic, very clean and tidy - most of all very, very quiet. The attention from the female caretaker was outstanding, she made sure everything was to our satisfaction, all in all a great stay. Would recommend to anyone to stay there."
Australia
Laurel
The price is €81
includes taxes & fees
12 Apr - 13 Apr
Motuoapa Bay Chalets
Exterior

Ruapehu Mountain Motel & Lodge

Ruapehu Mountain Motel & Lodge
3.0 star property
Ohakune
8.2 out of 10, Very good, (317 reviews)
"Comfortable stay"
Australia
Mary
The price is €77
includes taxes & fees
25 Apr - 26 Apr
Ruapehu Mountain Motel & Lodge
Balcony

Kings Ohakune

Kings Ohakune
3.5 star property
Ohakune
7.6 out of 10, Good, (75 reviews)
"I enjoyed staying at the kings as they are pet friendly my little dog was 😊 happy "
New Zealand
Ana Gabriel
The price is €74
includes taxes & fees
15 Apr - 16 Apr
Kings Ohakune
Interior entrance

The Peaks Motor Inn

The Peaks Motor Inn
4.0 star property
Ohakune
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (274 reviews)
"Friendly staff, room well equipped. Comfortable bed and quiet room."
United Kingdom
John
The price is €94
includes taxes & fees
17 Apr - 18 Apr
The Peaks Motor Inn
Exterior

The Turoa Lodge Ohakune

The Turoa Lodge Ohakune
2.0 star property
Ohakune
5.8 out of 10, (6 reviews)
"The room looked exactly like the pictures. However, there were hair in the shower, spiderwebs throughout the bedroom, mold in the bathroom and the hot water tap was leaking and super difficult to close/open. Staff were very friendly though. "
Australia
Anastasia
The price is €75
includes taxes & fees
12 Apr - 13 Apr
The Turoa Lodge Ohakune
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Stay near popular Desert Road attractions

Tree Trunk Gorge

Explore the great outdoors at Tree Trunk Gorge, a lovely green space in Desert Road. Wander the lakeside or discover the area's volcano viewpoints.
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Top Desert Road Hotel Reviews

The Peaks Motor Inn

The Peaks Motor Inn

8/10 Good
"Well located for travelers going from Tongariro NP to Pipiriki / Whanganui. Clean, sleeping room for 4, fridge/sink, etc. all good. "
Clay 1-night trip
Posted 6 hours ago
The Peaks Motor Inn

More cheap stays in Desert Road

The Crossing Lodge and Backpackers

The Crossing Lodge and Backpackers

9 Erua Rd Erua Manawatu-Wanganui
The price is €33 per night from 12 Apr to 13 Apr
€33
12 Apr - 13 Apr
includes taxes & fees
8/10 Very Good! (44 reviews)

Frequently asked questions

What's the best place to stay in Desert Road?
Located 11.1 mi (17.9 km) from the heart of Desert Road, Skotel Alpine Resort is a top choice for your stay, based on our traveller data. Two other choices for your visit to the area are The Park Hotel Ruapehu and Mountain Heights Lodge. See all available top hotels, or vacation rentals in Desert Road.
What are some of the best holiday rentals that Desert Road has to offer?
Quaint Lockwood River Cottage: This holiday home rental outside of Desert Road is located on a lake, and has a fireplace, a patio and a BBQ to put you at ease in your new surroundings. Kitchen amenities include a fridge, an oven and a microwave. Make the most of garden in this rental home to help you unwind. See all vacation rentals in Desert Road.
If I need to cancel my hotel reservation in Desert Road, will I receive a refund?
Yes, you'll find most hotel reservations are fully refundable as long as you cancel prior to the hotel's cancellation deadline, which often is within 24-48 hours of check in. If you booked a non-refundable reservation, you might be able to cancel it and get a refund within a 24-hour period of booking. Filter your search by fully refundable to find flexible hotel deals in Desert Road.
What's it like staying in Desert Road?
Visitors to Desert Road will definitely find plenty to explore and enjoy. There are 415 hotels and other accommodation options in the surrounding area. Find out more about Desert Road.
What should I see while I'm in Desert Road?
A couple of favourite places to visit are Tongariro National Park and Tree Trunk Gorge. You'll also find Mount Tongariro and Whakapapa Ski Area in the area. Take a look at what more there is to see and do in Expedia's Desert Road guide.
What's the seasonal weather like in Desert Road?
The hottest months are usually January and February, with an average temperature of 7°C, while the coldest months are July and August, with an average of -1°C. The rainiest months in Desert Road are September, October, July and May, with each month seeing an average of 198 mm of rainfall.

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