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Top 10 trending Desert Road hotels

Snowman Lodge
View from property

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"
The price is €52
includes taxes & fees
12 Oct - 13 Oct
Snowman Lodge
Ruapehu Mountain Motel & Lodge
Studio (Loft) | Private kitchen

Ruapehu Mountain Motel & Lodge

3.0 star property
8.2 out of 10, Very good, (314)
"Staff were friendly and heplful"
The price is €82
includes taxes & fees
23 Oct - 24 Oct
Ruapehu Mountain Motel & Lodge
Turangi Leisure Lodge
BBQ/picnic Area

Turangi Leisure Lodge

2.5 star property
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (472)
"Awesome stay!"
The price is €79
includes taxes & fees
19 Oct - 20 Oct
Turangi Leisure Lodge
The Hobbit Motorlodge
Private kitchen

The Hobbit Motorlodge

3.5 star property
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (200)
"Another great stay, good value for money.Our favourite stay in Ohakune "
The price is €64
includes taxes & fees
12 Oct - 13 Oct
The Hobbit Motorlodge
Snowhaven
Front of property – evening/night

Snowhaven

3.0 star property
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (290)
"Nice place to stay. "
The price is €83
includes taxes & fees
13 Oct - 14 Oct
Snowhaven
The Turoa Lodge Ohakune
Double Room

The Turoa Lodge Ohakune

2.0 star property
4.8 out of 10, (5)
"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 €75
includes taxes & fees
10 Oct - 11 Oct
The Turoa Lodge Ohakune
Powderhorn Chateau
Meeting facility

Powderhorn Chateau

4.5 star property
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (318)
"Stayed for one night in queen room. Very cosy but best thing about our stay were the staff in the bar/restaurant. Excellent customer service "
The price is €167
includes taxes & fees
10 Oct - 11 Oct
Powderhorn Chateau
Rocky Mountain Chalets
Private spa tub

Rocky Mountain Chalets

3.5 star property
9.8 out of 10, Exceptional, (84)
"Amazing experience, great location. Kids friendly and close to dinning and snow mountain "
The price is €126
includes taxes & fees
27 Oct - 28 Oct
Rocky Mountain Chalets
LKNZ Lodge & Cafe
Front of property

LKNZ Lodge & Cafe

3.5 star property
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (69)
"Great value for money. Convenient and great helpful staff."
The price is €50
includes taxes & fees
19 Oct - 20 Oct
LKNZ Lodge & Cafe
Ohakune Court Motel
Balcony

Ohakune Court Motel

3.0 star property
8.4 out of 10, Very good, (216)
"Our stay in the lodge was great."
The price is €76
includes taxes & fees
1 Nov - 2 Nov
Ohakune Court Motel
Waiouru Welcome Inn
Exterior

Waiouru Welcome Inn

3.0 star property
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (116)
"Great views of Mt. Ruapheu volcano. Lovely friendly greeting. Thank you so much."
The price is €56
includes taxes & fees
10 Oct - 11 Oct
Waiouru Welcome Inn
Judges Pool Motel
Coffee/tea maker, electric kettle

Judges Pool Motel

3.5 star property
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (516)
"Lovely place to go and relax. Nice walk.alongside the rivet. Gdod parking. Lovely host. Highly recomend. "
The price is €87
includes taxes & fees
20 Oct - 21 Oct
Judges Pool Motel
Pipers Lodge
Outdoor spa tub

Pipers Lodge

3.0 star property
8.4 out of 10, Very good, (140)
"Accomodation was perfect for what we needed. The staff was friendly and there were plenty of ammenities. Everything was clean and tidy and the common areas and rooms were kept to a lovely warmth. The continental breakfast was a nice addition. "
The price is €65
includes taxes & fees
12 Oct - 13 Oct
Pipers Lodge
Ossies Motels and Chalets
Two Bedroom Chalet | Terrace/patio

Ossies Motels and Chalets

3.0 star property
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (148)
"Clean property we enjoy the stay with kids, toilet, bedroom and kitchen facilities are clean,Staffs are very helpful . "
The price is €90
includes taxes & fees
12 Oct - 13 Oct
Ossies Motels and Chalets
Mountain Heights Lodge
Exterior

Mountain Heights Lodge

3.0 star property
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (166)
"Its a beautiful older style building suitable for a weekend getaway"
The price is €88
includes taxes & fees
23 Oct - 24 Oct
Mountain Heights Lodge
The Crossing Lodge and Backpackers
Outdoor dining

The Crossing Lodge and Backpackers

2.0 star property
8.4 out of 10, Very good, (28)
"Great property warm rooms easy check in and out "
The price is €30
includes taxes & fees
10 Oct - 11 Oct
The Crossing Lodge and Backpackers
Adventure Lodge & Motel
Indoor spa tub

Adventure Lodge & Motel

3.5 star property
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (268)
"Shared washrooms great use of space. Depending on age of guests a grab rail on the right side of the toilet stall doors would be an asset. "
The price is €58
includes taxes & fees
23 Oct - 24 Oct
Adventure Lodge & Motel
Tongariro Lodge
Classic Villa, 3 Bedrooms

Tongariro Lodge

4.0 star property
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (338)
"Better than expected for the price "
The price is €112
includes taxes & fees
20 Oct - 21 Oct
Tongariro Lodge
The Park Hotel Ruapehu
Restaurant

The Park Hotel Ruapehu

3.0 star property
8.2 out of 10, Very good, (1000)
"The place was wonderful. Very clean, breakfast was great, staff were lovely."
The price is €75
includes taxes & fees
12 Oct - 13 Oct
The Park Hotel Ruapehu
Plateau Lodge
Exterior

Plateau Lodge

3.0 star property
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (334)
"The bath on the covered deck was so luxurious at the end if the day"
The price is €76
includes taxes & fees
22 Oct - 23 Oct
Plateau Lodge
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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

Skotel Alpine Resort

Skotel Alpine Resort

10/10 Excellent
"Great location and great stay. Tyson at the front desk was so helpful. Close to the mountain and waterfall hikes. "
cristine 1-night trip
Posted 7 days ago
Skotel Alpine Resort

More cheap stays in Desert Road

More cheap stays in Desert Road

Turangi Leisure Lodge

Turangi Leisure Lodge

Ngawaka Place, Turangi
The price is €79 per night from 19 Oct to 20 Oct
€79
19 Oct - 20 Oct
includes taxes & fees
8.8/10 Excellent! (472 reviews)

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's it like staying in Desert Road?
Visitors to Desert Road will definitely find plenty to explore and enjoy. There are 430 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.

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