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24 Dec - 25 Dec
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25 Dec - 26 Dec
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26 Dec - 28 Dec
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2 Jan - 4 Jan

Our top choices for Desert Road luxury hotels

Interior entrance
Powderhorn Chateau

Powderhorn Chateau

Powderhorn Chateau
4.5 star property
Ohakune
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (321)
"Great place and fantastic hot pool"
Australia
David
The price is NZ$322
includes taxes & fees
17 Jan - 18 Jan 2026
Powderhorn Chateau
Deluxe Villa, 4 Bedrooms
Tongariro Lodge

Tongariro Lodge

Tongariro Lodge
4.0 star property
Turangi
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (345)
"* Clean rooms * Kind Staff * Beautiful location "
Australia
Darren
The price is NZ$334
includes taxes & fees
10 Jan - 11 Jan 2026
Tongariro Lodge
Tongariro Suite | Terrace/patio
Tongariro Suites at The Rocks

Tongariro Suites at The Rocks

Tongariro Suites at The Rocks
4.0 star property
Horopito
10.0 out of 10, Exceptional, (105)
"The room was clean and had a hot bath, so I could relax. The starry sky outside the room was the most beautiful I've ever seen in my life!"
Japan
Keiichiro
The price is NZ$850
includes taxes & fees
29 Dec - 30 Dec
Tongariro Suites at The Rocks
Premium Suite, 1 Bedroom, Garden Area
Tongariro Crossing Lodge

Tongariro Crossing Lodge

Tongariro Crossing Lodge
4.5 star property
National Park Village
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (183)
"All staff were extremely polite and kind, suite was brand new and warm. Would stay here again!"
United States
Scott
The price is NZ$284
includes taxes & fees
22 Jan - 23 Jan 2026
Tongariro Crossing Lodge
Premium Studio, 1 Queen Bed, River View
Two Rivers Boutique Lodge Ohakune

Two Rivers Boutique Lodge Ohakune

Two Rivers Boutique Lodge Ohakune
4.0 star property
Ohakune
10.0 out of 10, Exceptional, (7)
"Great place to rest had one of the best sleep in NZ"
United States
Evgeny
The price is NZ$327
includes taxes & fees
15 Jan - 16 Jan 2026
Two Rivers Boutique Lodge Ohakune
Interior entrance
The Peaks Motor Inn

The Peaks Motor Inn

The Peaks Motor Inn
4.0 star property
Ohakune
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (252)
"The room was very clean and comfortable. The staff who checked us in and out was very courteous. A very pleasant stay! A highlight was meeting the friendly neighborhood cat."
United States
Gwen
The price is NZ$175
includes taxes & fees
30 Dec - 31 Dec
The Peaks Motor Inn
View from room
River Birches

River Birches

River Birches
5.0 star property
Turangi
10.0 out of 10, Exceptional, (25)
"This was an amazing lodge to stay while we travelled around Tongariro National Park. The owners are very friendly and want to make your stay as pleasant as possible. I would HIGHLY recommend staying in this hidden gem. If I ever come back I will most certainly stay here again. Also, their breakfast was outstanding. "
United States
Sebastian
The price is NZ$925
includes taxes & fees
7 Jan - 8 Jan 2026
River Birches
Front of property
Tongariro River Retreat - Hostel

Tongariro River Retreat - Hostel

Tongariro River Retreat - Hostel
4.0 star property
Turangi
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (134)
"Great staff, great kitchen, bathrooms and lounge. Everything we needed in a great location. "
Australia
Robert
The price is NZ$85
includes taxes & fees
9 Jan - 10 Jan 2026
Tongariro River Retreat - Hostel
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Top Desert Road Hotel Reviews

Tongariro Lodge

Tongariro Lodge

10/10 Excellent
"Clean room. Beautiful setting."
Stephen 1-night trip
Posted 2 weeks ago
Tongariro Lodge

Frequently asked questions

Are you searching for a great accommodation for your luxury getaway to Desert Road?
Amenities are an important consideration when you plan a holiday, so we make it easy to get what you need to make your stay special. If you want a posh hotel that has fine dining, a spa or several swimming pools, Expedia can assist you in finding the best luxury hotel experience that Desert Road offers. Desert Road has some interesting things to see and do including Tongariro National Park and Tree Trunk Gorge, so you might want to take in the local sights during your visit.
When can I expect good weather in Desert Road?
Planning for the weather is an important factor for making your trip to Desert Road a success, especially when you're splurging. 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.
What's there to see and do in Desert Road?
Enjoy all that Desert Road has to offer and visit Tongariro National Park, Mount Tongariro and Whakapapa Ski Area. If you have spare time during your trip, you might want to make a stop at Mount Ruapehu and Tongariro Alpine Crossing.