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10 Apr - 12 Apr
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17 Apr - 19 Apr
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1 May - 3 May
In two months
29 May - 31 May

Our top choices for Desert Road motels

Front of property

Mountain Heights Lodge

Mountain Heights Lodge
3.0 star property
National Park Village
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (211 reviews)
"Absolutely perfect accommodations. Really enjoyed everything about it. "
United States
William
The price is NZ$149
includes taxes & fees
20 Apr - 21 Apr
Mountain Heights Lodge
Building design

Tongariro Boutique B&B

Tongariro Boutique B&B
2.5 star property
Erua
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (46 reviews)
"Awesome and would stay again"
Australia
Kelly
The price is NZ$203
includes taxes & fees
1 Apr - 2 Apr
Tongariro Boutique B&B
Exterior

Plateau Lodge

Plateau Lodge
3.0 star property
National Park Village
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (349 reviews)
"All very clean . Stayed in lodge room ( shared bathroom . Warm ,comfortable . Breakfast brought to room prompt at 8 am . Facilities for laundry ,and good shared kitchen facilities "
United Kingdom
Helen
The price is NZ$128
includes taxes & fees
6 Apr - 7 Apr
Plateau Lodge
Family Room - Prepaid

Ohakune Court Motel

Ohakune Court Motel
3.0 star property
Ohakune
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (225 reviews)
"Good parking, quiet location, everything required"
Australia
Carol
The price is NZ$131
includes taxes & fees
12 Apr - 13 Apr
Ohakune Court Motel
Interior

Turangi Bridge Motel

Turangi Bridge Motel
3.5 star property
Turangi
8.4 out of 10, Very good, (577 reviews)
"Great place to stay on a budget with great food ."
Australia
Mark
The price is NZ$140
includes taxes & fees
6 Apr - 7 Apr
Turangi Bridge Motel
Apartment 1 Bedroom (Deck) | Terrace/patio

Judges Pool Motel

Judges Pool Motel
3.5 star property
Turangi
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (552 reviews)
"Quiet and well set up. Enjoyed cooking dinner on the communal bbq and eating on the patio out back. It was lovely."
Canada
Candace
The price is NZ$181
includes taxes & fees
1 Apr - 2 Apr
Judges Pool Motel
Dinner served

Parklands Motorlodge

Parklands Motorlodge
3.5 star property
Turangi
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (405 reviews)
"nice staff, clean room, lots of facilities "
Australia
Miri
The price is NZ$139
includes taxes & fees
30 Mar - 31 Mar
Parklands Motorlodge
Front of property – evening/night

Snowhaven

Snowhaven
3.0 star property
Ohakune
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (303 reviews)
"Modest but clean small town motel "
Australia
dale
The price is NZ$151
includes taxes & fees
12 Apr - 13 Apr
Snowhaven
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
The price is NZ$230
includes taxes & fees
1 Apr - 2 Apr
Ohakune Central Motels
Front of property

The Hobbit Motorlodge

The Hobbit Motorlodge
3.5 star property
Ohakune
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (208 reviews)
"Very spacious with a good view and friendly staff."
Canada
Jason
The price is NZ$122
includes taxes & fees
11 Apr - 12 Apr
The Hobbit Motorlodge
Exterior

Ossies Motels and Chalets

Ossies Motels and Chalets
3.0 star property
Ohakune
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (153 reviews)
"Despite an unprepossessing exterior, the unit was wood panelled inside, and was cosy. The living area was large and it was quiet, being located away from the main road. The stairs to the bedrooms were a bit narrow and creaky, but we had a comfortable sleep. Enjoyed our stay."
Australia
Keren
The price is NZ$150
includes taxes & fees
30 Mar - 31 Mar
Ossies Motels and Chalets
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$199
includes taxes & fees
30 Mar - 31 Mar
Alpine Motel
Interior entrance

The Peaks Motor Inn

The Peaks Motor Inn
4.0 star property
Ohakune
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (272 reviews)
"Friendly staff, room well equipped. Comfortable bed and quiet room."
United Kingdom
John
The price is NZ$176
includes taxes & fees
30 Mar - 31 Mar
The Peaks Motor Inn
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Top Desert Road Hotel Reviews

Turangi Bridge Motel

Turangi Bridge Motel

6/10 Okay
"Units were very tired - torn sofas, thread bare carpets! Not quite what I expected from the price. Having a bar and restaurant was great, food excellent, drinks very pricey!"
Emma 1-night trip
Posted 6 hours ago
Turangi Bridge Motel

Find out more about Desert Road

Desert Road Motels information

Number of reviews
3,405
Accommodation
17 Motels
Lowest Price
NZ$122
Highest Price
NZ$230

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 424 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. Parklands Motorlodge: A children's pool, free WiFi and free parking are available during your stay. Central Desert Road is 16.3 mi (26.2 km) away. Turangi Bridge Motel: Enjoy access to the sauna, and freebies including WiFi and self-parking. Located 16.6 mi (26.8 km) from the heart of Desert Road. Judges Pool Motel: Central Desert Road is 16.3 mi (26.3 km) away. Free WiFi and free parking are available during your stay, along with room amenities such as air conditioning. 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 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.