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River Birches

River Birches
5.0 star property
Turangi
10.0 out of 10, Exceptional, (26 reviews)
"Rebecca and Jason are amazing hosts and go out of their way for their guests!!"
Switzerland
Tobias
The price is NZ$1,148
includes taxes & fees
17 Apr - 18 Apr
River Birches

Tongariro Suites at The Rocks

Tongariro Suites at The Rocks
4.0 star property
Horopito
10.0 out of 10, Exceptional, (105 reviews)
"Beautiful place. With a fantastic view on the ruepahu. Great room, comfortable bed. Breakfast disappointing."
Netherlands
Beatrijs
The price is NZ$540
includes taxes & fees
2 Apr - 3 Apr
Tongariro Suites at The Rocks

Powderhorn Chateau

Powderhorn Chateau
4.5 star property
Ohakune
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (330 reviews)
"Clean room, great food, attentive staff. "
Canada
John
The price is NZ$328
includes taxes & fees
28 Mar - 29 Mar
Powderhorn Chateau

Two Rivers Boutique Lodge Ohakune

Two Rivers Boutique Lodge Ohakune
4.0 star property
Ohakune
10.0 out of 10, Exceptional, (14 reviews)
"Scott the host was extremely welcoming and showed us around the property. He made great suggestions for places to visit in the area and to dine out and left us with a detailed map. The room was very cosy and we enjoyed the hot tub. Everything was very clean and comfortable and we loved the sounds of the river next to the room. Would highly recommend. "
United States
Tracey
The price is NZ$401
includes taxes & fees
7 Apr - 8 Apr
Two Rivers Boutique Lodge Ohakune

Tongariro Lodge

Tongariro Lodge
4.0 star property
Turangi
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (354 reviews)
"What wonderful accommodations on beautiful grounds right by Lake Taupo! Was getting nervous on our road trip that there was nothing out here, but Tongariro Lodge exceeded any expectations. We stayed in a very comfortable villa, did a load of laundry, and enjoyed a delicious breakfast. Would highly recommend!"
United States
Paula
The price is NZ$269
includes taxes & fees
28 Mar - 29 Mar
Tongariro Lodge

Tongariro Crossing Lodge

Tongariro Crossing Lodge
4.5 star property
National Park Village
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (196 reviews)
"Excellent place, spotless. Helpful staff, great location "
United Kingdom
Muhammad
The price is NZ$287
includes taxes & fees
6 Apr - 7 Apr
Tongariro Crossing Lodge

The Peaks Motor Inn

The Peaks Motor Inn
4.0 star property
Ohakune
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (272 reviews)
"Friendly staff, room well equipped. Comfortable bed and quiet room."
United Kingdom
John
The price is NZ$176
includes taxes & fees
31 Mar - 1 Apr
The Peaks Motor Inn

Tongariro River Retreat - Hostel

Tongariro River Retreat - Hostel
4.0 star property
Turangi
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (141 reviews)
"Great staff, great kitchen, bathrooms and lounge. Everything we needed in a great location. "
Australia
Robert
The price is NZ$77
includes taxes & fees
26 Mar - 27 Mar
Tongariro River Retreat - Hostel
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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.