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22 May - 24 May
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Our top choices for Desert Road motels

Front of property

Mountain Heights Lodge

Mountain Heights Lodge
3.0 star property
National Park Village
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (227 reviews)
"The continental breakfast of an assortment of cereal, toast and spreads, fruit, yoghurt and drinks was amazing."
Australia
Nicholas
The price is NZ$167
includes taxes & fees
14 June - 15 June
Mountain Heights Lodge
Standard Double or Twin Room, 1 Bedroom, Shared Bathroom, Garden View | Terrace/patio

Plateau Lodge

Plateau Lodge
3.0 star property
National Park Village
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (354 reviews)
"Stayed just for the night with family- was a comfortable stay. "
United States
Archana
The price is NZ$118
includes taxes & fees
23 May - 24 May
Plateau Lodge
Exterior

Judges Pool Motel

Judges Pool Motel
3.5 star property
Turangi
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (554 reviews)
"Was the best place i have stayed in lingtime true value for money. The lady that was the host is so friendly and helpful. This will be a place i am definately staying in again. Loved it. Glad i stumbled upon it. Highly recommended aaa+++"
Australia
Jason
The price is NZ$183
includes taxes & fees
21 May - 22 May
Judges Pool Motel
Interior

Turangi Bridge Motel

Turangi Bridge Motel
3.5 star property
Turangi
8.4 out of 10, Very good, (592 reviews)
"A nice tidy and convenient place to stay. The restaurant meals are great and the staff are friendly. "
Australia
Shane
The price is NZ$116
includes taxes & fees
8 June - 9 June
Turangi Bridge Motel
Family Room - Prepaid

Ohakune Court Motel

Ohakune Court Motel
3.0 star property
Ohakune
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (226 reviews)
"Great value for money. Love staying here"
Australia
Donna
The price is NZ$136
includes taxes & fees
15 May - 16 May
Ohakune Court Motel
Front of property – evening/night

Snowhaven

Snowhaven
3.0 star property
Ohakune
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (309 reviews)
"Last minute booking as I ran out of driving hours. Affordable for a nice room. Nice and cozy. Easy on street parking for my truck."
Australia
Sajandeep
The price is NZ$153
includes taxes & fees
17 May - 18 May
Snowhaven
Exterior

Ossies Motels and Chalets

Ossies Motels and Chalets
3.0 star property
Ohakune
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (153 reviews)
"Lovey place to stay ."
Australia
Andrea
The price is NZ$150
includes taxes & fees
15 May - 16 May
Ossies Motels and Chalets
Dinner served

Parklands Motorlodge

Parklands Motorlodge
3.5 star property
Turangi
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (410 reviews)
"Awesome beds... parking outside room Excellent 5*****"
Australia
Jo
The price is NZ$140
includes taxes & fees
17 May - 18 May
Parklands Motorlodge
View from property

The Hobbit Motorlodge

The Hobbit Motorlodge
3.5 star property
Ohakune
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (210 reviews)
"Close to the supermarket, restaurants ,clean room."
Australia
Tian
The price is NZ$123
includes taxes & fees
19 May - 20 May
The Hobbit Motorlodge
Interior entrance

The Peaks Motor Inn

The Peaks Motor Inn
4.0 star property
Ohakune
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (275 reviews)
"Friendly staff, room well equipped. Comfortable bed and quiet room."
United Kingdom
John
The price is NZ$178
includes taxes & fees
21 May - 22 May
The Peaks Motor Inn
Premium bedding, individually decorated, individually furnished, desk

Ohakune Central Motels

Ohakune Central Motels
3.5 star property
Ohakune
10.0 out of 10, Exceptional, (24 reviews)
"The best motel we've stayed at in our drive around NZ"
Canada
Leslie
Ohakune Central Motels
Family Apartment | Living area

Alpine Motel

Alpine Motel
2.0 star property
Ohakune
7.8 out of 10, Good, (104 reviews)
"Nice place to stay. "
Australia
Peter
The price is NZ$210
includes taxes & fees
22 May - 23 May
Alpine Motel
Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.
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Top Desert Road Hotel Reviews

Skotel Alpine Resort

Skotel Alpine Resort

10/10 Excellent
"Very good location. Ample parking. Also clean."
Ros 2-night trip
Posted 18 hours ago
Skotel Alpine Resort

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Desert Road Motels information

Number of reviews
3,139
Accommodation
17 Motels
Lowest Price
NZ$116
Highest Price
NZ$210

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 409 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 library, and freebies including WiFi and self-parking. Located 18.9 mi (30.5 km) from the heart of Desert Road. Parklands Motorlodge: Central Desert Road is 16.3 mi (26.2 km) away. A children's pool, free WiFi and free parking are available during your stay. The Peaks Motor Inn: 22.4 mi (36 km) from the heart of Desert Road. Enjoy the in-room kitchen, and freebies including WiFi, self-parking and train station pickup.
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 Mount Tongariro, Whakapapa Ski Area and Mount Ruapehu.
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.