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Our top choices for Desert Road hotels

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Mountain Heights Lodge

Mountain Heights Lodge
3.0 star property
National Park Village
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (199 reviews)
"Great room, great location. So peaceful but yet not too far away from where you need to be. "
United Kingdom
don
The price is NZ$167
includes taxes & fees
24 Mar - 25 Mar
Mountain Heights Lodge
View from room

River Birches

River Birches
5.0 star property
Turangi
10.0 out of 10, Exceptional, (25 reviews)
"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$933
includes taxes & fees
9 Mar - 10 Mar
River Birches
Lounge

Skotel Alpine Resort

Skotel Alpine Resort
3.5 star property
Tongariro National Park
8.4 out of 10, Very good, (822 reviews)
"staff was very helpful and the food was very good "
Canada
michel
The price is NZ$89
includes taxes & fees
6 Mar - 7 Mar
Skotel Alpine Resort
Exterior

Motuoapa Bay Chalets

Motuoapa Bay Chalets
3.5 star property
Motuoapa
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (89 reviews)
"Nice cabin, very clean. "
Australia
Danielle
The price is NZ$172
includes taxes & fees
16 Mar - 17 Mar
Motuoapa Bay Chalets
Deluxe Villa, 4 Bedrooms

Tongariro Lodge

Tongariro Lodge
4.0 star property
Turangi
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (351 reviews)
"* Clean rooms * Kind Staff * Beautiful location "
Australia
Darren
The price is NZ$343
includes taxes & fees
25 Feb - 26 Feb
Tongariro Lodge
Seasonal outdoor pool

Turangi Leisure Lodge

Turangi Leisure Lodge
2.5 star property
Turangi
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (525 reviews)
"the grounds are really nice"
United States
Torsten
The price is NZ$156
includes taxes & fees
15 Mar - 16 Mar
Turangi Leisure Lodge
Exterior

Plateau Lodge

Plateau Lodge
3.0 star property
National Park Village
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (346 reviews)
"Great place!! Rent Mt Bikes across the street! Soak in the outdoor tub in the morning!!"
United States
Ryan
The price is NZ$179
includes taxes & fees
28 Feb - 1 Mar
Plateau Lodge
Front of property

Adventure Lodge & Motel

Adventure Lodge & Motel
3.5 star property
National Park Village
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (287 reviews)
"Staff was very pleasant "
United States
Eric
The price is NZ$98
includes taxes & fees
24 Feb - 25 Feb
Adventure Lodge & Motel
Café

LKNZ Lodge & Cafe

LKNZ Lodge & Cafe
3.5 star property
Ohakune
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (81 reviews)
"Great value for money, the Barracks suite was great, shower was ready and towels were available, the noise from the road was not too loud either."
Australia
Brent
The price is NZ$98
includes taxes & fees
8 Mar - 9 Mar
LKNZ Lodge & Cafe
Premium Studio, 1 Queen Bed, River View

Two Rivers Boutique Lodge Ohakune

Two Rivers Boutique Lodge Ohakune
4.0 star property
Ohakune
10.0 out of 10, Exceptional, (11 reviews)
"Great place to rest had one of the best sleep in NZ"
United States
Evgeny
The price is NZ$358
includes taxes & fees
27 Feb - 28 Feb
Two Rivers Boutique Lodge Ohakune
Tongariro Suite | Terrace/patio

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$850
includes taxes & fees
23 Feb - 24 Feb
Tongariro Suites at The Rocks
Premium Suite, 1 Bedroom, Garden Area

Tongariro Crossing Lodge

Tongariro Crossing Lodge
4.5 star property
National Park Village
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (195 reviews)
"Excellent place, spotless. Helpful staff, great location "
United Kingdom
Muhammad
The price is NZ$286
includes taxes & fees
23 Feb - 24 Feb
Tongariro Crossing Lodge
Interior entrance

Powderhorn Chateau

Powderhorn Chateau
4.5 star property
Ohakune
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (327 reviews)
"Nice room and staff"
Switzerland
Nora
The price is NZ$331
includes taxes & fees
4 Mar - 5 Mar
Powderhorn Chateau
Outdoor dining

The Crossing Lodge and Backpackers

The Crossing Lodge and Backpackers
2.0 star property
Erua
7.8 out of 10, Good, (41 reviews)
"Kitchen was great, didn't go skiing as summer, clean facilities and secure. All in all great."
Australia
Diane
The price is NZ$71
includes taxes & fees
25 Feb - 26 Feb
The Crossing Lodge and Backpackers
Apartment 1 Bedroom (Deck) | Terrace/patio

Judges Pool Motel

Judges Pool Motel
3.5 star property
Turangi
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (547 reviews)
"Despite looking a little tired, a great place stay. Convenient and walkable to downtown Turangi. Warm welcome, comfortable room. Friendly staff."
Canada
Alexander
The price is NZ$187
includes taxes & fees
27 Feb - 28 Feb
Judges Pool Motel
Dinner served

Parklands Motorlodge

Parklands Motorlodge
3.5 star property
Turangi
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (396 reviews)
"Spotless and spacious room, kind staff, great setting "
Australia
Natasha
The price is NZ$141
includes taxes & fees
2 Mar - 3 Mar
Parklands Motorlodge
Reception

The Park Hotel Ruapehu

The Park Hotel Ruapehu
3.0 star property
National Park Village
8.2 out of 10, Very good, (1,001 reviews)
"Good staff, good room, close to the mountain. "
Australia
Balthazar
The price is NZ$167
includes taxes & fees
28 Feb - 1 Mar
The Park Hotel Ruapehu
Front of property

The Grove Turangi

The Grove Turangi
3.5 star property
Turangi
10.0 out of 10, Exceptional, (1 review)
"The Grove Turangi accommodation was lovely, easy to reach and very clean. There was parking right in front of the place. Check-in was super easy and straightforward with clear instructions. The hosts were very friendly. As an extra bonus, there was a sauna, which we really enjoyed. All in all, it was a very nice stay and we definitely recommend it! "
Germany
Daniel
The price is NZ$247
includes taxes & fees
8 Mar - 9 Mar
The Grove Turangi
Interior

Turangi Bridge Motel

Turangi Bridge Motel
3.5 star property
Turangi
8.4 out of 10, Very good, (569 reviews)
"Great place to stay on a budget with great food ."
Australia
Mark
The price is NZ$146
includes taxes & fees
23 Mar - 24 Mar
Turangi Bridge Motel
Front of property

Alpine Chalets

Alpine Chalets
3.0 star property
National Park Village
8.0 out of 10, Very good, (99 reviews)
"We’ve had the best time at Alpine Chalets. Amazing hospitality from the staff, the rooms are clean, tidy and very modern. The views were spectacular of the mountains! Highly recommend, will definitely be back :)"
Australia
Marisa
The price is NZ$288
includes taxes & fees
22 Mar - 23 Mar
Alpine Chalets
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Tree Trunk Gorge

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Top Desert Road Hotel Reviews

Adventure Lodge & Motel

Adventure Lodge & Motel

10/10 Excellent
"Staff was friendly. Room was large. We had a handicapped accessible room, so the bathroom was large. Everything was fine."
Kurt 1-night trip
Posted 5 days ago
Adventure Lodge & Motel

More cheap accommodation in Desert Road

The Crossing Lodge and Backpackers

The Crossing Lodge and Backpackers

9 Erua Rd Erua Manawatu-Wanganui
The price is NZ$71 per night from 25 Feb to 26 Feb
NZ$71
25 Feb - 26 Feb
includes taxes & fees
7.8/10 Good! (41 reviews)

Frequently asked questions

What's the best place to stay in Desert Road?
Located 11.1 mi (17.9 km) from the heart of Desert Road, Skotel Alpine Resort is a top choice for your stay, based on our traveller data. Two other choices for your visit to the area are Turangi Leisure Lodge and Parklands Motorlodge. 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 427 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 Mount Tongariro and Whakapapa Ski Area 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.