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Plateau Lodge

3.0 star property
Nature surrounds guests at this eco-certified retreat where travelers can enjoy a soothing massage after check-in or head straight to nearby scenic cycling trails

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Plateau Lodge, near Marton Sash and Door Cycling Park, offers a peaceful retreat in nature. Guests relax on the garden terrace or book spa treatments after exploring nearby trails. High-speed WiFi keeps everyone connected, and laundry facilities refresh cycling gear.

Reviews

8.8 out of 10
Excellent

Popular amenities

  • Parking included
  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Air-conditioning
  • Breakfast available
  • Laundry room
The current price is €74
includes taxes & fees
18 Jun - 19 Jun

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  • Garden view
  • 75 sq m
  • 2 bedrooms
  • Sleeps 6
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  • Free Wi-Fi

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  • 17 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
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  • Free Wi-Fi

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  • 17 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
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  • Free Wi-Fi

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About the area

Located in National Park Village, Plateau Lodge is in a national park and on the boardwalk. Fishers Track and Old Coach Road Bike Trail are worth visiting if an activity is on the agenda, while those wishing to experience the area's natural beauty can explore Marton Sash and Door Cycling Park and Tongariro Alpine Crossing. Whakapapa Ski Area is another place to visit that comes recommended. Take in the nearby slopes with snowboarding, skiing lessons and ski lifts, or try out other outdoor activities such as sledging. Visit our National Park Village travel guide
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Map
17 Carroll Street, National Park Village, 3948

What's nearby

  • Tongariro National Park
    Tongariro National Park
    5 min drive - 8.2 km
  • Turoa Ski Area
    Turoa Ski Area
    44 min drive - 67.2 km
  • Fishers Track
    6 min walk - 0.6 km
  • Marton Sash and Door Cycling Park
    8 min walk - 0.7 km
  • Whakapapa Ski Area
    18 min drive - 26.4 km

Getting around

  • Taupō Airport (TUO)
    78 min drive

Restaurants

  • Schnapps Bar
    8 min walk
  • Spiral Bar
    6 min walk
  • The Station
    12 min walk
  • Eivins Bar
    3 min walk
  • National Park Hotel
    6 min walk

About this property

Plateau Lodge

  • Family-friendly motel remodelled in 2024 and located near Fishers Track
  • Located close to Marton Sash and Door Cycling Park, Plateau Lodge provides a terrace, a garden and a library. In addition to laundry facilities and a fireplace in reception, guests can connect to free in-room WiFi.
  • You'll also enjoy perks such as:
    • Free self-parking
    • Continental breakfast (surcharge), a local area shuttle and express check-out
    • Bike tour information, a bike shuttle and bike parking
  • Room features
  • All guestrooms are individually decorated, and include comforts such as air conditioning, as well as amenities such as free WiFi.
  • Extra conveniences in all rooms include:
    • Highchairs and children's books
    • Recycling and LED light bulbs
    • Eco-friendly toiletries and hairdryers
    • Dishwashers, cookware/dishes/utensils and electric kettles

Awards and affiliations

  • Eco-certified property
  • This property participates in Qualmark Sustainable Tourism Business Award – a program that measures the property's impact on one or more of the following: environment, community, cultural-heritage, the local economy.

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Area shuttle (surcharge)
  • Ski shuttle nearby
  • Free self parking on site
  • Limited on-site self parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking available

Food and drink

  • Daily continental breakfast available 7:30 AM to 9:00 AM for a fee: NZD 26 for adults and NZD 26 for children

Things to do

  • Bicycle shuttle
  • Bicycle storage
  • Bicycle tours
  • Books
  • Library
  • Ski passes
  • Ski storage
  • Snow sports gear
  • Table tennis
  • TV in common areas

Family friendly

  • Baby toys
  • Children's books
  • Children's games
  • Children's toys
  • High chair
  • Laundry facilities
  • Trampoline

Conveniences

  • Gift shop/newsstand
  • Guidebooks
  • Laundry facilities
  • Limited-hour front desk
  • Luggage storage
  • Safe at front desk
  • Shared microwave
  • Shared refrigerator

Guest services

  • Housekeeping on request
  • Tour and ticket assistance

Outdoors

  • Garden
  • In a national park
  • On the boardwalk/promenade
  • Terrace

Spa

  • In-room massages

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Area rugs in room
  • Hardwood flooring in public areas
  • No lift
  • Tile flooring in public areas
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible lounge
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking

More

  • 1 building
  • 1 floor
  • At least 10% of profits reinvested in community and sustainability
  • At least 80% of food locally-sourced
  • Built in 1993
  • Communal living room
  • Comprehensive recycling policy
  • Designated smoking areas
  • Double-glazed windows
  • Eco-friendly cleaning products used
  • Fireplace in lobby
  • Local culture and ecosystem education
  • Locally-owned and organised tours and activities
  • Renovated entire property - February 2024
  • Traditional architecture

Room amenities

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Shampoo
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • Cable/satellite channels

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Dishwasher
  • Electric kettle

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Bulk dispensers for toiletries
  • Eco-friendly toiletries
  • Heating
  • Individual decor
  • LED lighting
  • Recycling
  • Water-efficient showers
  • Water-efficient toilets

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 2 PM; check-in end time: 6:00 PM
Early check-in subject to availability
Contactless check-in and check-out are available
Minimum check-in age - 18

Check-out

Check-out before 10 AM
Contactless check-out
Late check-out subject to availability
Late check-out fee: NZD 55.00
Express check-out available

Special check-in instructions

The property charges 3 per cent for credit card payments
The front desk is open daily from 8:00 AM - 6:00 PM
Guests planning to arrive outside normal check-in hours will receive an email within 72 hours before arrival with check-in instructions and lockbox information; front desk staffed during limited hours
If you are planning to arrive after 4:00 PM please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Access methods

Front desk (limited hours), lockbox

Pets

Pets not allowed

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
2 children, up to the age of 2 years, can stay for free if using existing beds when occupying the parent or guardian's room
Rollaway/extra beds are available for NZD 35.0 per day.

Payment types at the property

Important information

Optional extras

  • Fee for continental breakfast: from approximately NZD 26 for adults and from NZD 26 for children
  • Late check-out fee: NZD 55.00 (subject to availability)
  • Rollaway bed fee: NZD 35.0 per day
  • Credit card charges are subject to a surcharge of 3 per cent

The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may not include tax and are subject to change.

You need to know

This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business or profession.
Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
This property accepts credit cards, debit cards and cash
Cashless transactions are available
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector and a first aid kit
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios and terraces, which may not be suitable for children; if you have any concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm that they can accommodate you in a suitable room
Property Registration Number 9429036926015
If you cancel your booking, you'll be subject to the host's cancellation policy. In accordance with EU regulations about consumer rights, property booking services are not subject to the right of withdrawal.

We should mention

This property does not have any lifts

National rating

Property class, provided by our rating system, is based on property type, amenities and services.

Frequently asked questions

Is Plateau Lodge pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much does it cost to stay at Plateau Lodge?

As of 3 Jun 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Plateau Lodge on 18 Jun 2026 start from €74, including taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

How much is parking at Plateau Lodge?

Self-parking is free at this property.

What time is check-in at Plateau Lodge?

Check-in start time: 2 PM; check-in end time: 6:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Plateau Lodge?

Checkout is at 10 AM. Late checkout is available for NZD 55.00 (subject to availability).

Where is Plateau Lodge located?

This family-friendly National Park Village motel is located on the boardwalk, within a 10-minute walk of Fishers Track and Marton Sash and Door Cycling Park. Old Coach Road Bike Trail and Whakapapa Ski Area are also within 16 mi (25 km).

Can I cancel my reservation for free and receive a full refund?

Yes, this property offers free cancellation on selected room rates because flexibility matters! Please refer to the property cancellation policy on our site for more details about any exclusions or requirements.

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Reviews

Plateau Lodge Reviews

8.8

Excellent

9.0

Cleanliness

8.4

Location

8.8

Staff & service

8.6

Property conditions & facilities
Rating 10 - Excellent. 183 out of 354 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 121 out of 354 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 43 out of 354 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 2 out of 354 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 5 out of 354 reviews

Reviews

Verified

8/10 Good

Archana

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed just for the night with family- was a comfortable stay.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025
Verified

6/10 Okay

Aman

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Everything was ok and Plateau Lodge is one of the best we have stayed for our hiking trips. The only little problem is just photo displayed when I booked. It shows a nice outdoor bath tub, so I expected the room I booked looks like this. However, that is indeed for another room type.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Monica

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
We enjoyed our stay. A real good quality lodge with warm showers! Loved it!
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025
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8/10 Good

Helen

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities
All very clean . Stayed in lodge room ( shared bathroom . Warm ,comfortable . Breakfast brought to room prompt at 8 am . Facilities for laundry ,and good shared kitchen facilities
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2026
Verified

8/10 Good

Wai

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Room was clean, so were other facilities in the whole place. Staff were lovely and helpful.
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Ryan

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Great place!! Rent Mt Bikes across the street! Soak in the outdoor tub in the morning!!
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026
Verified

8/10 Good

Eva

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Room was clean and staff were extremely friendly and responsive. I grabbed a packed lunch and it was delicious. Great spot to stay at!
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Drew

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Everyone was delightful
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Tina

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
The bath on the covered deck was so luxurious at the end if the day
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Stephanie

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Is a wonderful place for solitude and being close to nature. Loved having more living space and separate areas for the family to rest and relax.
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Jack

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great location and property for those wanting to go hiking.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Winnie

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Staff was so friendly and gave good recommendations for activities and food around the area
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Mariam

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very lovely , hard working staff members
Stayed 1 night in May 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Pania

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
We stayed in one of the pods. So well set up and we loved the bath. Great service and information on the surrounding area.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Sydni

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
This was such a sweet, wonderful property. The staff were delightful, the room was clean, and this was a wonderful time
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

reliver

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
i've been into many lodges but plateau lodge is diff. it has a compact 2 bedrooms house,.staff are friendly,.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Shunji

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Nice comfy place to stay. Staff are very friendly👍
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2023
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10/10 Excellent

Shannan

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Fantastic stay with the kids. Clean warm quiet, lovely staff. Highly recommend
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Jowel

Very comfortable place
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Sandra

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Great hotel

Great hotel, in great location Friendly helpful staff. Highly recommend. Will definitely return to this hotel
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Karen

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We enjoyed our one night in National Park.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2024
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10/10 Excellent

Judd Andrzej

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Clean and tidy , friendly staff
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2024
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10/10 Excellent

Janet

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Neat, tidy little lodge!
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2023
Verified

8/10 Good

Alison

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Comfortable and functional

A clean and functional room with access to a very well equipped kitchen and lounge with a cosy log burner.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Andrew

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great communication. Late check in procedure was clear. Left vehicle over night while we were tramping, let us use the showers on our return two days later. Will stay again and recommend to others.
Stayed 1 night in May 2025