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Top 10 trending Desert Road hotels

Waiouru Welcome Inn

3.0 star property
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (112)
"Great views of Mt. Ruapheu volcano. Lovely friendly greeting. Thank you so much."
The price is €58
includes taxes & fees
29 Aug - 30 Aug
Waiouru Welcome Inn

Rocky Mountain Chalets

3.5 star property
9.8 out of 10, Exceptional, (72)
"Great location and cabin had everything we could ask for."
The price is €162
includes taxes & fees
11 Aug - 12 Aug
Rocky Mountain Chalets

Snowhaven

3.0 star property
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (286)
"Nice place to stay. "
Snowhaven

Snowman Lodge

2.0 star property
8.0 out of 10, Very good, (82)
"Good if you book the cabin and not the backpacker rooms"
Snowman Lodge

Alpine Motel

2.0 star property
7.8 out of 10, Good, (103)
"Was spotlessly clean and perfect for what we needed"
The price is €107
includes taxes & fees
11 Aug - 12 Aug
Alpine Motel

Ohakune Central Motels

3.5 star property
10.0 out of 10, Exceptional, (23)
"The best motel we've stayed at in our drive around NZ"
The price is €126
includes taxes & fees
10 Aug - 11 Aug
Ohakune Central Motels

LKNZ Lodge & Cafe

3.5 star property
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (61)
"Lovely location in this village, close to shops & atractions."
The price is €56
includes taxes & fees
8 Aug - 9 Aug
LKNZ Lodge & Cafe

Two Rivers Boutique Lodge Ohakune

4.0 star property
10.0 out of 10, Exceptional, (7)
"Great place to rest had one of the best sleep in NZ"
The price is €152
includes taxes & fees
8 Aug - 9 Aug
Two Rivers Boutique Lodge Ohakune

Ossies Motels and Chalets

3.0 star property
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (147)
"Clean property we enjoy the stay with kids, toilet, bedroom and kitchen facilities are clean,Staffs are very helpful . "
The price is €92
includes taxes & fees
10 Aug - 11 Aug
Ossies Motels and Chalets

The Hobbit Motorlodge

3.5 star property
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (198)
"Another great stay, good value for money.Our favourite stay in Ohakune "
The price is €72
includes taxes & fees
11 Aug - 12 Aug
The Hobbit Motorlodge

Ohakune Court Motel

3.0 star property
8.4 out of 10, Very good, (213)
"Our stay in the lodge was great."
The price is €80
includes taxes & fees
8 Aug - 9 Aug
Ohakune Court Motel

The Peaks Motor Inn

4.0 star property
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (243)
"Good location..host friendly and courteous. Quiet area and open spaces around.clean though the building is a bit old..overall a good experience."
The price is €96
includes taxes & fees
10 Aug - 11 Aug
The Peaks Motor Inn

Ruapehu Mountain Motel & Lodge

3.0 star property
8.2 out of 10, Very good, (308)
"Always stayed here and always enjoy every moment being at this amazing property 😃"
The price is €78
includes taxes & fees
13 Aug - 14 Aug
Ruapehu Mountain Motel & Lodge

Kings Ohakune

3.5 star property
7.6 out of 10, Good, (68)
"Great base for the Old Coach Road ride and the Tongariro Crossing. Excellent service. Friendly staff and helpful owner. Thoroughly recommended. "
The price is €73
includes taxes & fees
8 Aug - 9 Aug
Kings Ohakune

The Turoa Lodge Ohakune

2.0 star property
5.0 out of 10, (2)
"The light in the room is not that bright. Take too much time to find the reception to check in!Quite close to the ski area and the room is clean."
The price is €76
includes taxes & fees
8 Aug - 9 Aug
The Turoa Lodge Ohakune

Powderhorn Chateau

4.5 star property
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (309)
"The house was beautiful and comfortable with great views!"
The price is €170
includes taxes & fees
10 Aug - 11 Aug
Powderhorn Chateau

Tongariro Suites at The Rocks

4.0 star property
10.0 out of 10, Exceptional, (103)
"Beautiful place. With a fantastic view on the ruepahu. Great room, comfortable bed. Breakfast disappointing."
The price is €210
includes taxes & fees
4 Sept - 5 Sept
Tongariro Suites at The Rocks

The Crossing Lodge and Backpackers

2.0 star property
8.4 out of 10, Very good, (19)
"We enjoyed our overnight stay. The facilities were sufficient and the online check in worked for us. The wifi was a bit intermittent though unfortunately. "
The price is €31
includes taxes & fees
11 Aug - 12 Aug
The Crossing Lodge and Backpackers

Mountain Heights Lodge

3.0 star property
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (158)
"The property was in a great location for what we intended to do. Room and breakfast was fantastic. The staff were really lovely and made some nice recommendations for things to do in the area."
The price is €92
includes taxes & fees
8 Aug - 9 Aug
Mountain Heights Lodge

Skotel Alpine Resort

3.5 star property
8.4 out of 10, Very good, (777)
"Lovely old style hotel lodge. Really nice and friendly staff. The restaurant food was also really good, and big portion sizes."
Skotel Alpine Resort
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Tree Trunk Gorge

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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Explore attractions like Tongariro National Park and Tree Trunk Gorge as you discover things to see and do in Desert Road.

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Frequently asked questions

What's the best place to stay in Desert Road?

Located 18.8 mi (30.3 km) from the heart of Desert Road, The Park Hotel Ruapehu is a top choice for your stay, based on our traveller data. Two other choices for your visit to the area are Skotel Alpine Resort and Turangi Leisure 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?

Mountain House located in central Ohakune: This holiday home rental outside of Desert Road is located in the mountains, and has a fireplace, a balcony and a BBQ to put you at ease in your new surroundings. It has 3 bedrooms, as well as a kitchen with a dishwasher, a fridge and a stovetop, so that you can cook with friends or family. Kick off your shoes and enjoy yourself with a private garden and a selection of games. 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 are some hotels with pools in Desert Road?

Chateau Tongariro Hotel: 4-star hotel located near Tongariro National Park. Features 2 restaurants, an indoor pool and a sauna. Another option with an on-site pool is Powderhorn Chateau.

What's it like staying in Desert Road?

Visitors to Desert Road will definitely find plenty to explore and enjoy. There are 427 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 Whakapapa Ski Area and Mount Ruapehu 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.