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A cozy room with a leather sofa, patterned armchairs, and a glass coffee table. A large window offers a view of a mountain.
A hot tub in a wooden cabin with large windows offering a view of the surrounding landscape.
A bedroom with a large bed, a TV, and a view of the landscape.
A terrace with wooden furniture and a view of a mountain at sunset.

1. Skotel Alpine Resort

Skotel Alpine Resort
Tongariro National Park
Australia
Elizabeth
NZ$87
includes taxes & fees
19 Oct - 20 Oct
Skotel Alpine Resort
A wooden lodge with a balcony, a covered patio, and a sign reading "Mountain Heights Lodge".
A spacious room with a large bed, a sofa, a TV on a wooden stand, and a view of the outdoors through large windows.
A wooden cabin with a hot tub, wooden walls, and a view of a grassy field through windows.
A sculpture of a tree in a landscaped area with a building in the background.

2. Mountain Heights Lodge

Mountain Heights Lodge
National Park Village
NZ$181
includes taxes & fees
16 Oct - 17 Oct
Mountain Heights Lodge
A covered pavilion with a stone base, surrounded by a snow-covered garden with rocks and various plants.
A cozy bar setting with a wood-burning stove, wooden furniture, and a sign reading "SPIRAL BAR".
A restaurant with wooden beams, tables, and chairs. There are windows and an exit sign.
A hotel with red roofs, a covered outdoor area, and a view of a mountain range.

3. The Park Hotel Ruapehu

The Park Hotel Ruapehu
National Park Village
Australia
Dylan
NZ$144
includes taxes & fees
20 Oct - 21 Oct
The Park Hotel Ruapehu
A cozy lounge area with a stone fireplace, leather seating, and a mounted deer head above the mantel.
A row of white cabins with balconies, surrounded by well-maintained gardens and a clear blue sky.
A bar area with wooden stools, a stone fireplace, and a mounted animal head.
A house with a covered porch and a well-maintained lawn.

4. Turangi Bridge Motel

Turangi Bridge Motel
Turangi
United States
Montana
NZ$149
includes taxes & fees
18 Oct - 19 Oct
Turangi Bridge Motel
An outdoor dining area with tables and chairs, umbrellas, and a view of parked cars and greenery.
A wooden cabin-style room with a bed, two bedside tables, a desk, and a chair.
A hotel room with a bed, a dining table, and a kitchenette.
A compact kitchen with a microwave, toaster, and small refrigerator.

5. Parklands Motorlodge

Parklands Motorlodge
Turangi
Australia
Rod
NZ$140
includes taxes & fees
17 Oct - 18 Oct
Parklands Motorlodge
A modern outdoor seating area with a wooden deck, a white planter with a fern, and a glass door leading to a room.
A restaurant with large windows overlooking a snowy mountain landscape.
A sign for Plateau Lodge with a stone border and a wooden signboard.
A sunlit patio with a seating area, a large window, and indoor plants.

6. Plateau Lodge

Plateau Lodge
National Park Village
Australia
David
NZ$131
includes taxes & fees
19 Oct - 20 Oct
Plateau Lodge
A row of wooden decked cabins with outdoor seating, large windows, and a view of the surrounding greenery.
A reception area with a wooden desk, a fish wall, and various informational posters.
A sign for Judges Pool Motel with a mailbox and a landscaped area with trees and grass.
A building labeled "OFFICE" with a paved entrance, potted plants, and a bench.

7. Judges Pool Motel

Judges Pool Motel
Turangi
Australia
Nicola
NZ$167
includes taxes & fees
17 Oct - 18 Oct
Judges Pool Motel
A miniature golf course with a sign indicating hole 8, Jones Pool, and hole 3.
A compact kitchen with a sink, stove, and refrigerator, featuring a fire action notice on the wall.
A dining table set with wine glasses, a bottle of wine, and a floral arrangement.
A hotel room with a large bed, a wooden headboard, a red leather sofa, a wooden coffee table, and a dining area with a table and chairs.

8. Turangi Leisure Lodge

Turangi Leisure Lodge
Turangi
Australia
Libby
NZ$124
includes taxes & fees
18 Oct - 19 Oct
Turangi Leisure Lodge
A dining room with a wooden deck and picnic tables, a chimney, and a mountain backdrop.
A hotel room with a large bed, a smaller bed, a desk, a lamp, and a wall with vertical wooden slats.
A cozy living room with a wooden ceiling, a sofa, a TV, a fireplace, and a dining area with a table and chairs.
A cozy living room with two sofas, a small coffee table, and a TV screen displaying birds flying.

9. The Crossing Lodge

The Crossing Lodge
Erua
Australia
Sahil
NZ$52
includes taxes & fees
26 Oct - 27 Oct
The Crossing Lodge
A modern house with a covered porch, large windows, and a well-lit exterior at dusk.
An aerial view of a residential area with houses surrounded by dense trees and a river.
A bedroom with a bed, a nightstand, a window with blinds, and a bathroom with a towel rack.
A restaurant with wooden interiors, multiple dining tables, and hanging pendant lights.

10. Tongariro Lodge

Tongariro Lodge
Turangi
Australia
ian
NZ$261
includes taxes & fees
17 Oct - 18 Oct
Tongariro Lodge
A wooden staircase leading to a door with "Powderhorn Chateau" carved above it.
A cozy interior with a bar area, leather seating, and a fireplace.
A wooden cabin room with a bed, a desk, and a chair.
A stone-walled indoor pool with a tiled floor, wooden benches, and a stone wall with a window.

11. Powderhorn Chateau

Powderhorn Chateau
Ohakune
Australia
Hayley
NZ$332
includes taxes & fees
20 Oct - 21 Oct
Powderhorn Chateau
A modern wooden building with large sliding glass doors, a covered patio area, and a wooden deck.
A door with a view of a backyard garden through a window.
A snow-covered porch with a wooden railing and potted plants.
A modern kitchen with a built-in oven, microwave, and gas stove.

12. Tongariro Crossing Lodge

Tongariro Crossing Lodge
National Park Village
United States
Cole
NZ$251
includes taxes & fees
18 Oct - 19 Oct
Tongariro Crossing Lodge
A row of single-room cabins with a wooden deck in front, numbered doors, and a car parked outside.
A two-story building with a flat roof, large windows, and a sign reading "TURDO A LODGE".
A corridor with a number '12' on a wall, indicating a room number.
A wooden cabin room with two beds, a TV on a desk, and a wardrobe.

13. The Turoa Lodge Ohakune

The Turoa Lodge Ohakune
Ohakune
Australia
Samantha
NZ$140
includes taxes & fees
18 Oct - 19 Oct
The Turoa Lodge Ohakune
A hotel named "The Peaks Motor Inn" with a sign listing amenities like studio and family units, spa pools, sauna & gym, wireless internet, and a conference room.
A bedroom with a large bed, a bedside table, and a window with a view of greenery.
A compact kitchen with a stove, oven, microwave, sink, and dishwasher.
A wooden deck with two hot tubs and a house in the background.

14. The Peaks Motor Inn

The Peaks Motor Inn
Ohakune
Australia
Hayley
NZ$178
includes taxes & fees
27 Oct - 28 Oct
The Peaks Motor Inn
A multi-story building with a red roof, balconies, and a sign indicating it is an Alpine Chalet.
A building with a red roof and a porch area with red chairs.
A hotel room with a bed, a chair, and a balcony with a mountain view.
A view from a window of a mountain landscape with a clear sky.

15. Alpine Chalets

Alpine Chalets
National Park Village
Australia
Brayden
NZ$258
includes taxes & fees
25 Oct - 26 Oct
Alpine Chalets
A black sports car parked in front of a building with large windows and a garage door.
A family in a small, round, blue pool with wooden walls.
A modern kitchen with a central island, bar stools, and a dining area with a pool table.
A compact kitchen with a stove, oven, sink, and a microwave.

16. Ruapehu Mountain Motel & Lodge

Ruapehu Mountain Motel & Lodge
Ohakune
Australia
Jessica
NZ$140
includes taxes & fees
15 Nov - 16 Nov
Ruapehu Mountain Motel & Lodge
A dining area with a wooden table and wicker chairs, a balcony with a view of the sea, and a leather sofa.
A modern living room with a black leather sofa, wooden coffee table, and a large sliding glass door leading to a balcony.
A room with two beds, a window, a lamp, and a wall art piece.
A rocky shoreline with calm water and a distant hill.

17. Pukawa Villas (Formerly Oreti Village Resort)

Pukawa Villas (Formerly Oreti Village Resort)
Pukawa
United States
Pedro
NZ$254
includes taxes & fees
17 Oct - 18 Oct
Pukawa Villas (Formerly Oreti Village Resort)
A building with a flat roof, a front entrance, and a signboard.
A kitchen with a central island, a refrigerator, and a sink.
A spacious living area with a high wooden ceiling, blue sofas, a wooden coffee table, and a mounted deer head.
An outdoor patio area with blue plastic chairs and tables, string lights, and a wooden fence.

18. Tongariro River Retreat - Hostel

Tongariro River Retreat - Hostel
Turangi
Australia
Tania
NZ$57
includes taxes & fees
22 Oct - 23 Oct
Tongariro River Retreat - Hostel
A compact hotel room with a kitchenette, a TV mounted on the wall, and two beds with pillows.
A parking area with a building labeled "Visitor Inn" in the background, a tree in the foreground, and a clear sky with clouds.
A hotel with a parking lot, picnic tables, and a view of mountains.
A bedroom with a bed, a nightstand, a dresser, a TV, and a painting on the wall.

19. Ohakune Court Motel

Ohakune Court Motel
Ohakune
Australia
Sarah
NZ$137
includes taxes & fees
26 Oct - 27 Oct
Ohakune Court Motel
A wooden deck with a small table and chairs, a bed in the background, and a set of wooden steps leading to a door.
A reception desk with a sign labeled "Office" and a flower arrangement.
A view from a window with a bench and cushions, overlooking a street with buildings and a mountain in the background.
A modern hotel room with a sofa, a small table, a bed, a kitchenette, and a bathroom.

20. Snowman Lodge

Snowman Lodge
Ohakune
Australia
Nicole
NZ$147
includes taxes & fees
18 Oct - 19 Oct
Snowman Lodge
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Hotels recommended for families in Desert Road

A cozy room with a leather sofa, patterned armchairs, and a glass coffee table. A large window offers a view of a mountain.
A hot tub in a wooden cabin with large windows offering a view of the surrounding landscape.
A bedroom with a large bed, a TV, and a view of the landscape.
A terrace with wooden furniture and a view of a mountain at sunset.

Skotel Alpine Resort

Skotel Alpine Resort
Tongariro National Park
NZ$87
includes taxes & fees
19 Oct - 20 Oct
Skotel Alpine Resort
A covered pavilion with a stone base, surrounded by a snow-covered garden with rocks and various plants.
A cozy bar setting with a wood-burning stove, wooden furniture, and a sign reading "SPIRAL BAR".
A restaurant with wooden beams, tables, and chairs. There are windows and an exit sign.
A hotel with red roofs, a covered outdoor area, and a view of a mountain range.

The Park Hotel Ruapehu

The Park Hotel Ruapehu
National Park Village
NZ$144
includes taxes & fees
20 Oct - 21 Oct
The Park Hotel Ruapehu
A modern house with a covered porch, large windows, and a well-lit exterior at dusk.
An aerial view of a residential area with houses surrounded by dense trees and a river.
A bedroom with a bed, a nightstand, a window with blinds, and a bathroom with a towel rack.
A restaurant with wooden interiors, multiple dining tables, and hanging pendant lights.

Tongariro Lodge

Tongariro Lodge
Turangi
NZ$261
includes taxes & fees
17 Oct - 18 Oct
Tongariro Lodge
A dining room with a wooden deck and picnic tables, a chimney, and a mountain backdrop.
A hotel room with a large bed, a smaller bed, a desk, a lamp, and a wall with vertical wooden slats.
A cozy living room with a wooden ceiling, a sofa, a TV, a fireplace, and a dining area with a table and chairs.
A cozy living room with two sofas, a small coffee table, and a TV screen displaying birds flying.

The Crossing Lodge

The Crossing Lodge
Erua
NZ$52
includes taxes & fees
26 Oct - 27 Oct
The Crossing Lodge
An outdoor dining area with tables and chairs, umbrellas, and a view of parked cars and greenery.
A wooden cabin-style room with a bed, two bedside tables, a desk, and a chair.
A hotel room with a bed, a dining table, and a kitchenette.
A compact kitchen with a microwave, toaster, and small refrigerator.

Parklands Motorlodge

Parklands Motorlodge
Turangi
NZ$140
includes taxes & fees
17 Oct - 18 Oct
Parklands Motorlodge
A wooden staircase leading to a door with "Powderhorn Chateau" carved above it.
A cozy interior with a bar area, leather seating, and a fireplace.
A wooden cabin room with a bed, a desk, and a chair.
A stone-walled indoor pool with a tiled floor, wooden benches, and a stone wall with a window.

Powderhorn Chateau

Powderhorn Chateau
Ohakune
NZ$332
includes taxes & fees
20 Oct - 21 Oct
Powderhorn Chateau
A row of wooden decked cabins with outdoor seating, large windows, and a view of the surrounding greenery.
A reception area with a wooden desk, a fish wall, and various informational posters.
A sign for Judges Pool Motel with a mailbox and a landscaped area with trees and grass.
A building labeled "OFFICE" with a paved entrance, potted plants, and a bench.

Judges Pool Motel

Judges Pool Motel
Turangi
NZ$167
includes taxes & fees
17 Oct - 18 Oct
Judges Pool Motel
A miniature golf course with a sign indicating hole 8, Jones Pool, and hole 3.
A compact kitchen with a sink, stove, and refrigerator, featuring a fire action notice on the wall.
A dining table set with wine glasses, a bottle of wine, and a floral arrangement.
A hotel room with a large bed, a wooden headboard, a red leather sofa, a wooden coffee table, and a dining area with a table and chairs.

Turangi Leisure Lodge

Turangi Leisure Lodge
Turangi
NZ$124
includes taxes & fees
18 Oct - 19 Oct
Turangi Leisure Lodge
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Top Desert Road Hotel Reviews

Recent Reviews in Desert Road

Pukawa Villas (Formerly Oreti Village Resort)

Pukawa Villas (Formerly Oreti Village Resort)

10/10 Excellent
"-"
Nick 1-night trip
Posted 22 hours ago
Pukawa Villas (Formerly Oreti Village Resort)
The Park Hotel Ruapehu

The Park Hotel Ruapehu

8/10 Good
"Nice to stop and relax with a onsite bar and restaurant"
Victoria 1-night trip
Posted 2 days ago
The Park Hotel Ruapehu
Turangi Leisure Lodge

Turangi Leisure Lodge

10/10 Excellent
"Clean and spacious room well equipped with bathroom, kitchen, and open planned dining and living area. There is also a free spa pool and a mini golf course for the guests to enjoy. Close to the town centre and New World."
Stefan 1-night trip
Posted 3 days ago
Turangi Leisure Lodge
Skotel Alpine Resort

Skotel Alpine Resort

10/10 Excellent
"Great staff and stay."
Elizabeth 2-night trip
Posted 5 days ago
Skotel Alpine Resort
LKNZ Lodge & Cafe

LKNZ Lodge & Cafe

8/10 Good
"Great place if need a large accommodation for 7 people. Close to the centre of town."
Anita 3-night trip
Posted 5 days ago
LKNZ Lodge & Cafe
Rocky Mountain Chalets

Rocky Mountain Chalets

10/10 Excellent
"Great place to stay."
Yogesh 3-night trip
Posted 7 days ago
Rocky Mountain Chalets
Tongariro Lodge

Tongariro Lodge

10/10 Excellent
"The lodge was nice and quiet. friendly staff and the manager was very helpful."
ian 1-night trip
Posted 8 days ago
Tongariro Lodge
The Peaks Motor Inn

The Peaks Motor Inn

8/10 Good
"good location and easy late check in"
Luke 1-night trip
Posted 10 days ago
The Peaks Motor Inn
Plateau Lodge

Plateau Lodge

8/10 Good
"They should"
Melissa 1-night trip
Posted 12 days ago
Plateau Lodge

More cheap accommodation in Desert Road

The Crossing Lodge

The Crossing Lodge

9 Erua Rd Erua Manawatu-Wanganui
NZ$52
26 Oct - 27 Oct
includes taxes & fees
The Crossing Lodge
Manowhenua Lodge - Hostel

Manowhenua Lodge - Hostel

35 Mackenzie St National Park Village Manawatu-Wanganui
NZ$124
21 Oct - 22 Oct
includes taxes & fees
9.4/10 Exceptional! (92 reviews)
Manowhenua Lodge - Hostel
Turangi Leisure Lodge

Turangi Leisure Lodge

Ngawaka Place Turangi
NZ$124
18 Oct - 19 Oct
includes taxes & fees
9/10 Wonderful! (609 reviews)
Turangi Leisure Lodge
The Turoa Lodge Ohakune

The Turoa Lodge Ohakune

The Turoa Lodge Ohakune Ohakune
NZ$140
18 Oct - 19 Oct
includes taxes & fees
The Turoa Lodge Ohakune
Snowman Lodge

Snowman Lodge

68 Clyde St Ohakune Manawatu-Wanganui
NZ$147
18 Oct - 19 Oct
includes taxes & fees
Snowman Lodge
Alpine Motel

Alpine Motel

7 Miro Street Ohakune
NZ$210
16 Oct - 17 Oct
includes taxes & fees
7.8/10 Good! (104 reviews)
Alpine Motel

Frequently asked questions

What is the best area to stay in Desert Road?
The best area to stay near Desert Road is the town of Taupō, which offers the most comprehensive range of accommodation, dining, and activities for travellers.Taupō is situated on the northern end of Lake Taupō, New Zealand's largest lake. The town's main street, Tongariro Street, runs parallel to the lakefront, with hotels, restaurants, and shops branching off it. It's a convenient base for exploring the wider region, including the Tongariro National Park, which Desert Road traverses.For couples looking for a relaxed yet comfortable stay, the hotels along the lakefront in Taupō are an excellent option. Many offer stunning views of the lake and mountains, and you're just a short walk from the town's eateries and the scenic lakeside path. You can enjoy boat trips on the lake or simply relax and take in the scenery.Families will also find Taupō appealing due to the variety of activities available. Many accommodations offer family-friendly facilities, and the town provides easy access to attractions like the Huka Falls, thermal parks, and numerous walking and cycling trails suitable for all ages.
When is the best time to go to Desert Road?
The best time to go to Desert Road is during the warmer months, specifically from late spring to early autumn (November to April).During this period, the weather is generally more settled, offering clearer skies and better visibility for enjoying the expansive, unique landscape. The higher temperatures make outdoor activities, such as short walks at scenic viewpoints, much more pleasant. You'll also find that the risk of snow and ice, which can sometimes close the road in winter, is lower.For those planning to combine their Desert Road journey with exploring the Tongariro National Park, this timeframe is ideal. The popular Tongariro Alpine Crossing is best attempted during these months when the trails are typically free of snow and the conditions are more predictable.
Can I cancel my hotel reservation on Expedia?
You can cancel your hotel reservation on Expedia, although it depends on the cancellation policy of your booking. Most bookings are refundable if cancelled within 24 to 48 hours of the scheduled arrival. Be sure to check your booking confirmation for the exact cancellation policy. If free cancellation is available, you can cancel directly through your Expedia account by logging in, going to 'My Trips' and selecting your reservation. To find flexible deals, filter your search by 'Fully refundable property' for hotels in Desert Road.
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