Desert Road
Travel Guide
Visit Desert Road

The Park Hotel Ruapehu
6 Millar Street National Park Village
The price is €86 per night from 16 Jan to 17 Jan
€86
16 Jan - 17 Jan
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this hotel in National Park Village. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and 2 hot tubs. Our guests praise the restaurant and the helpful staff in their reviews. ...
8.2/10 Very Good! (1,005 reviews)
It's the second time we've stayed here, 12 months apart. Everything seemed the same and was fine except for the restaurant which seemed to not be as good as it was a year ago.
Reviewed on 6 Jan 2026

Turangi Leisure Lodge
Ngawaka Place Turangi
The price is €88 per night from 26 Jan to 27 Jan
€88
26 Jan - 27 Jan
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this spa hotel in Turangi. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and an outdoor pool. Our guests praise the helpful staff in their reviews. Popular attractions ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (500 reviews)
Yes the room was clean and tidy - the walls are thin so you need courteous neighbours which on one night we did not :) but that is not the fault of the accommodation. We have already booked our next stay.
Reviewed on 21 Dec 2025

Turangi Bridge Motel
4600 State Highway 1 Turangi
The price is €80 per night from 16 Jan to 17 Jan
€80
16 Jan - 17 Jan
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this business-friendly motel in Turangi. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean ...
8.2/10 Very Good! (550 reviews)
We didn't have breakfast
Reviewed on 6 Jan 2026
Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.

Rocky Mountain Chalets
20 Rangataua Road (State Highway 49) Ohakune NZ3
Stay at this golf chalet in Ohakune. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and 3 hot tubs. Popular attractions Big Carrot and Ohakune Disc Golf are located nearby.
9.8/10 Exceptional! (89 reviews)
Great accommodation. The chalet was very clean and had everything we needed. Highly recommended.
Reviewed on 5 Jan 2026

Motuoapa Bay Chalets
16 Tangitu St Motuoapa Waikato
Stay at this cottage in Motuoapa. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and a garden. Popular attractions River Vineyard and Kuratau Jetty are located nearby.
8.8/10 Excellent! (85 reviews)
The room was clean and comfortable and the staff very friendly. It's right near the main road but traffic noises couldn't be heard from inside at night
Reviewed on 1 Jan 2026

Our Treasure Cottage Retreat at the lake
Kuratau South West Lake Taupo
Stay at this family-friendly holiday home in Kuratau. Enjoy a garden, laundry facilities and patios. Popular attractions Kuratau Jetty and Tokaanu Thermal Pools ...
9.8/10 Exceptional! (15 reviews)
Great spot for a getaway. Close to the lake and comfortable for the rainy days. Good indoor/outdoor flow with spacious, private deck.
Reviewed on 4 Jan 2026
Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.
Popular places to visit
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.
