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Top hotels and accommodation in Desert Road

Skotel Alpine Resort

3.5 star property
8.4 out of 10, Very good, (790)
"We really enjoyed our stay! A great place for families "
The price is NZ$90
includes taxes & fees
9 Oct - 10 Oct
Skotel Alpine Resort

Tongariro Suites at The Rocks

4.0 star property
10.0 out of 10, Exceptional, (104)
"Beautiful place. With a fantastic view on the ruepahu. Great room, comfortable bed. Breakfast disappointing."
The price is NZ$440
includes taxes & fees
3 Oct - 4 Oct
Tongariro Suites at The Rocks

Motuoapa Bay Chalets

3.5 star property
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (80)
"Spacious and well-maintained."
The price is NZ$154
includes taxes & fees
7 Oct - 8 Oct
Motuoapa Bay Chalets

The Peaks Motor Inn

4.0 star property
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (247)
"Clean comfortable accommodation. "
The price is NZ$173
includes taxes & fees
10 Oct - 11 Oct
The Peaks Motor Inn

Alpine Motel

2.0 star property
7.8 out of 10, Good, (103)
"Was spotlessly clean and perfect for what we needed"
The price is NZ$210
includes taxes & fees
5 Oct - 6 Oct
Alpine Motel

Powderhorn Chateau

4.5 star property
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (317)
"Food 10 /10 excellent service food taste great"
The price is NZ$312
includes taxes & fees
3 Oct - 4 Oct
Powderhorn Chateau

Ruapehu Mountain Motel & Lodge

3.0 star property
8.2 out of 10, Very good, (314)
"Staff were friendly and heplful"
The price is NZ$161
includes taxes & fees
3 Oct - 4 Oct
Ruapehu Mountain Motel & Lodge

River Birches

5.0 star property
10.0 out of 10, Exceptional, (22)
"Excellent choice for anglers or ramblers. Nice accommodation, hot tub soaking and sitting by a fire at night were great. Hosts are very knowledgeable about the area and make an enjoyable stay."
The price is NZ$838
includes taxes & fees
3 Oct - 4 Oct
River Birches

Plateau Lodge

3.0 star property
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (334)
"The bath on the covered deck was so luxurious at the end if the day"
The price is NZ$130
includes taxes & fees
22 Oct - 23 Oct
Plateau Lodge

Tongariro Lodge

4.0 star property
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (338)
"Better than expected for the price "
The price is NZ$222
includes taxes & fees
4 Oct - 5 Oct
Tongariro Lodge

LKNZ Lodge & Cafe

3.5 star property
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (69)
"Great value for money. Convenient and great helpful staff."
The price is NZ$95
includes taxes & fees
5 Oct - 6 Oct
LKNZ Lodge & Cafe

Judges Pool Motel

3.5 star property
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (516)
"Lovely place to go and relax. Nice walk.alongside the rivet. Gdod parking. Lovely host. Highly recomend. "
The price is NZ$163
includes taxes & fees
3 Oct - 4 Oct
Judges Pool Motel

Adventure Lodge & Motel

3.5 star property
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (268)
"Shared washrooms great use of space. Depending on age of guests a grab rail on the right side of the toilet stall doors would be an asset. "
The price is NZ$129
includes taxes & fees
12 Oct - 13 Oct
Adventure Lodge & Motel

Rocky Mountain Chalets

3.5 star property
9.8 out of 10, Exceptional, (83)
"Amazing experience, great location. Kids friendly and close to dinning and snow mountain "
The price is NZ$239
includes taxes & fees
28 Oct - 29 Oct
Rocky Mountain Chalets

The Hobbit Motorlodge

3.5 star property
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (200)
"Another great stay, good value for money.Our favourite stay in Ohakune "
The price is NZ$121
includes taxes & fees
16 Oct - 17 Oct
The Hobbit Motorlodge

Snowman Lodge

2.0 star property
8.0 out of 10, Very good, (82)
"Good if you book the cabin and not the backpacker rooms"
The price is NZ$100
includes taxes & fees
26 Oct - 27 Oct
Snowman Lodge

The Turoa Lodge Ohakune

2.0 star property
4.8 out of 10, (5)
"The light in the room is not that bright. Take too much time to find the reception to check in!Quite close to the ski area and the room is clean."
The price is NZ$150
includes taxes & fees
3 Oct - 4 Oct
The Turoa Lodge Ohakune

Two Rivers Boutique Lodge Ohakune

4.0 star property
10.0 out of 10, Exceptional, (7)
"Great place to rest had one of the best sleep in NZ"
The price is NZ$314
includes taxes & fees
1 Nov - 2 Nov
Two Rivers Boutique Lodge Ohakune

Pipers Lodge

3.0 star property
8.4 out of 10, Very good, (140)
"Accomodation was perfect for what we needed. The staff was friendly and there were plenty of ammenities. Everything was clean and tidy and the common areas and rooms were kept to a lovely warmth. The continental breakfast was a nice addition. "
The price is NZ$140
includes taxes & fees
5 Oct - 6 Oct
Pipers Lodge

Snowhaven

3.0 star property
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (290)
"Nice place to stay. "
The price is NZ$150
includes taxes & fees
14 Oct - 15 Oct
Snowhaven
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Stay near top Desert Road attractions

Tree Trunk Gorge

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.

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Frequently asked questions

What's the best place to stay in Desert Road?

Located 18.8 mi (30.3 km) from the heart of Desert Road, The Park Hotel Ruapehu is a top choice for your stay, based on our traveller data. Two other choices for your visit to the area are Skotel Alpine Resort and Turangi Leisure Lodge. See all available top hotels, or vacation rentals in Desert Road.

What are some of the best holiday rentals that Desert Road has to offer?

Mountain House located in central Ohakune: This holiday home rental outside of Desert Road is located in the mountains, and has a fireplace, a balcony and a BBQ to put you at ease in your new surroundings. It has 3 bedrooms, as well as a kitchen with a dishwasher, a fridge and a stovetop, so that you can cook with friends or family. Kick off your shoes and enjoy yourself with a private garden and a selection of games. See all vacation rentals in Desert Road.

If I need to cancel my hotel reservation in Desert Road, will I receive a refund?

Yes, you'll find most hotel reservations are fully refundable as long as you cancel prior to the hotel's cancellation deadline, which often is within 24-48 hours of check in. If you booked a non-refundable reservation, you might be able to cancel it and get a refund within a 24-hour period of booking. Filter your search by fully refundable to find flexible hotel deals in Desert Road.

What's it like staying in Desert Road?

Visitors to Desert Road will definitely find plenty to explore and enjoy. There are 431 hotels and other accommodation options in the surrounding area. Find out more about Desert Road.

What should I see while I'm in Desert Road?

A couple of favourite places to visit are Tongariro National Park and Tree Trunk Gorge. You'll also find Whakapapa Ski Area and Mount Ruapehu in the area. Take a look at what more there is to see and do in Expedia's Desert Road guide.

What's the seasonal weather like in Desert Road?

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.