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Featured Motels in Desert Road

Mountain Heights Lodge
Exterior

Mountain Heights Lodge

3.0 star property
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (163)
"Its a beautiful older style building suitable for a weekend getaway"
The price is NZ$190
includes taxes & fees
8 Oct - 9 Oct
Mountain Heights Lodge
Turangi Bridge Motel
Lounge

Turangi Bridge Motel

3.5 star property
8.4 out of 10, Very good, (510)
"easy to find and book in ,nice units ,easy to get to town "
The price is NZ$125
includes taxes & fees
28 Sept - 29 Sept
Turangi Bridge Motel
Plateau Lodge
Exterior

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
Ohakune Court Motel
Balcony

Ohakune Court Motel

3.0 star property
8.4 out of 10, Very good, (216)
"Our stay in the lodge was great."
The price is NZ$157
includes taxes & fees
28 Sept - 29 Sept
Ohakune Court Motel
The Peaks Motor Inn
Interior entrance

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
5 Oct - 6 Oct
The Peaks Motor Inn
Snowhaven
Front of property – evening/night

Snowhaven

3.0 star property
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (290)
"Nice place to stay. "
The price is NZ$151
includes taxes & fees
7 Oct - 8 Oct
Snowhaven
Judges Pool Motel
Coffee/tea maker, electric kettle

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$161
includes taxes & fees
27 Oct - 28 Oct
Judges Pool Motel
Parklands Motorlodge
Dinner served

Parklands Motorlodge

3.5 star property
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (370)
"This place was quite affordable and it had plenty of useful amenities "
The price is NZ$134
includes taxes & fees
3 Oct - 4 Oct
Parklands Motorlodge
Canoe Safaris Lodge
Terrace/patio

Canoe Safaris Lodge

3.0 star property
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (140)
"Owners were very friendly and accommodating. The room was very clean and comfortable. Nice strong water pressure in the shower which is always welcome :). "
Canoe Safaris Lodge
Waiouru Welcome Inn
Exterior

Waiouru Welcome Inn

3.0 star property
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (115)
"Great views of Mt. Ruapheu volcano. Lovely friendly greeting. Thank you so much."
The price is NZ$121
includes taxes & fees
11 Oct - 12 Oct
Waiouru Welcome Inn
The Hobbit Motorlodge
Private kitchen

The Hobbit Motorlodge

3.5 star property
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (200)
"Lots of space"
The price is NZ$122
includes taxes & fees
7 Oct - 8 Oct
The Hobbit Motorlodge
Ossies Motels and Chalets
Two Bedroom Chalet | Terrace/patio

Ossies Motels and Chalets

3.0 star property
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (148)
"Clean property we enjoy the stay with kids, toilet, bedroom and kitchen facilities are clean,Staffs are very helpful . "
The price is NZ$180
includes taxes & fees
28 Sept - 29 Sept
Ossies Motels and Chalets
Ohakune Central Motels
Exterior

Ohakune Central Motels

3.5 star property
10.0 out of 10, Exceptional, (23)
"The best motel we've stayed at in our drive around NZ"
The price is NZ$236
includes taxes & fees
1 Oct - 2 Oct
Ohakune Central Motels
Alpine Motel
Family Apartment | Living area

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
Tongariro Boutique B&B
Outdoor spa tub

Tongariro Boutique B&B

2.5 star property
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (45)
"Awesome and would stay again"
Tongariro Boutique B&B
Tokaanu Lodge Motel
BBQ/picnic Area

Tokaanu Lodge Motel

2.5 star property
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (51)
"Lovely place to stay. "
Tokaanu Lodge Motel
Motuoapa Bay Motels
Property grounds

Motuoapa Bay Motels

3.0 star property
7.8 out of 10, Good, (9)
"Value: Great deal; Service: Outstanding; Cleanliness: Beautiful; "
Motuoapa Bay Motels
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Top Desert Road Hotel Reviews

The Park Hotel Ruapehu

The Park Hotel Ruapehu

10/10 Excellent
"Nice warm and comfortable stay. Perfect for a ski weekend. "
Michael 2-night trip
Posted 3 days ago
The Park Hotel Ruapehu

Find out more about Desert Road

Find out more about Desert Road

Desert Road Motels information

Number of reviews
3,414
Accommodation
17 Motels
Lowest Price
NZ$121
Highest Price
NZ$236

Frequently asked questions

What can I expect from a motel trip to Desert Road?
If you're having a hard time finding motels in Desert Road, let us help you find a motel or similar property from over 431 lodging options in the area. Simply use our search tools to filter by price per night or cost-effective amenities such as free parking and free airport transport.
What is a motel?
At most motels, you're likely to find a free parking spot and an outdoor pool. When you stay at a motel, you'll often have access to your room directly from the car park. Introduced in the early 1950s, colourful neon signs were used as beacons for tired families on road trips, and you can see these today along the historic US Route 66.
What are the best motels in Desert Road?
Here you'll find some of our customers' top motels to choose from in the larger area. Mountain Heights Lodge is located 30 km from the heart of Desert Road. Enjoy access to the free parking, spa services and terrace. Turangi Bridge Motel: Free WiFi, free parking and a sauna are available during your stay. Central Desert Road is 16.6 mi (26.8 km) away. Plateau Lodge: Enjoy access to the spa services, and freebies including WiFi and self-parking. Located 18.9 mi (30.5 km) from the heart of Desert Road. The Peaks Motor Inn: Central Desert Road is 22.4 mi (36 km) away. A conference centre along with freebies such as WiFi, self-parking and train station pickup are available during your stay. Parklands Motorlodge: 16.3 mi (26.2 km) from the heart of Desert Road. Enjoy access to the sauna, and freebies including WiFi and self-parking.
What can I do in Desert Road?
Enjoy nature with a stop at Tongariro National Park and Tree Trunk Gorge. While you're exploring the area, consider visiting Whakapapa Ski Area, Mount Ruapehu and Tongariro Alpine Crossing.
What's the seasonal weather like in Desert Road?
Weather can make or break a road trip, so we've gathered some data about year-round temperatures in Desert Road to help you plan yours. 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.

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