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Featured Motels in Desert Road

Turangi Bridge Motel
Property grounds

Turangi Bridge Motel

3.5 star property
8.4 out of 10, Very good, (498)
"nice staff"
The price is NZ$138
includes taxes & fees
16 May - 17 May
Turangi Bridge Motel
Mountain Heights Lodge
Exterior

Mountain Heights Lodge

3.0 star property
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (151)
"Convenient to Tongariro NP."
The price is NZ$174
includes taxes & fees
23 May - 24 May
Mountain Heights Lodge
The Peaks Motor Inn
Interior entrance

The Peaks Motor Inn

4.0 star property
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (237)
"Great property"
The price is NZ$159
includes taxes & fees
3 May - 4 May
The Peaks Motor Inn
Parklands Motorlodge
Studio

Parklands Motorlodge

3.5 star property
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (349)
"Great stay."
The price is NZ$145
includes taxes & fees
3 May - 4 May
Parklands Motorlodge
Judges Pool Motel
Coffee/tea maker, electric kettle

Judges Pool Motel

3.5 star property
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (506)
"Clean, friendly, quiet. "
The price is NZ$145
includes taxes & fees
9 May - 10 May
Judges Pool Motel
Plateau Lodge
Exterior

Plateau Lodge

3.0 star property
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (323)
"Great location and property for those wanting to go hiking."
The price is NZ$155
includes taxes & fees
3 May - 4 May
Plateau Lodge
Waiouru Welcome Inn
Exterior

Waiouru Welcome Inn

3.0 star property
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (108)
"Convenient, clean, heated,comfy bed, quiet, catered for all needs. "
The price is NZ$106
includes taxes & fees
16 May - 17 May
Waiouru Welcome Inn
Ohakune Court Motel
Balcony

Ohakune Court Motel

3.0 star property
8.4 out of 10, Very good, (210)
"Clean and tidy, friendly staff great water pressure in the shower would stay again "
The price is NZ$156
includes taxes & fees
13 May - 14 May
Ohakune Court Motel
Snowhaven
Front of property - evening/night

Snowhaven

3.0 star property
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (283)
"Self check in was handy, great location, pleasantly surprised by the room with space and fresh decor. Would definitely stay again."
The price is NZ$144
includes taxes & fees
23 May - 24 May
Snowhaven
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"
The price is NZ$218
includes taxes & fees
3 May - 4 May
Tongariro Boutique B&B
Alpine Motel
Family Apartment | Living area

Alpine Motel

2.0 star property
7.8 out of 10, Good, (103)
"Easy place to stay and ski great water pressure for hot showers , right in town "
The price is NZ$187
includes taxes & fees
3 May - 4 May
Alpine Motel
Canoe Safaris Lodge
Porch

Canoe Safaris Lodge

3.0 star property
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (134)
"Excellent room - newly renovated and ideal for a ski weekend. Phil was a great host. Will definitely look to book again"
Canoe Safaris Lodge
Ohakune Central Motels
Exterior

Ohakune Central Motels

3.5 star property
10.0 out of 10, Exceptional, (23)
"You wouldn’t guess it when you pull up, but the place is new and spotless. Great and super friendly service. Walking distance to restaurants. Would stay there again. "
Ohakune Central Motels
The Hobbit Motorlodge
View from property

The Hobbit Motorlodge

3.5 star property
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (196)
"Very good for families"
The price is NZ$117
includes taxes & fees
3 May - 4 May
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, (144)
"It was a charming little spot a little outdated but very much worth the money"
The price is NZ$180
includes taxes & fees
3 May - 4 May
Ossies Motels and Chalets
Tokaanu Lodge Motel
4 indoor pools

Tokaanu Lodge Motel

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

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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Other property types in Desert Road

Rocky Mountain Chalets
Private spa tub

Rocky Mountain Chalets

3.5 star property
9.8 out of 10, Exceptional, (69)
"Great Stay, comfortable and good resting"
The price is NZ$249
includes taxes & fees
3 May - 4 May
Rocky Mountain Chalets
Motuoapa Bay Chalets
Cottage, 5 Bedrooms, Kitchen, Garden Area | Private kitchen

Motuoapa Bay Chalets

3.5 star property
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (77)
"Great stay, AC/Heater quite noisy "
The price is NZ$133
includes taxes & fees
18 May - 19 May
Motuoapa Bay Chalets
Mountain House located in central Ohakune
Outdoor dining

Mountain House located in central Ohakune

9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (37)
"Nice stay, very spacious house"
The price is NZ$245
includes taxes & fees
5 May - 6 May
Mountain House located in central Ohakune
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.

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 453 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. Turangi Bridge Motel is located 26.8 km from the heart of Desert Road. Enjoy access to the sauna, and freebies including WiFi and self-parking. The Peaks Motor Inn: A conference centre along with freebies such as WiFi, self-parking and train station pickup are available during your stay. Central Desert Road is 22.4 mi (36 km) away. Mountain Heights Lodge: Enjoy access to the free parking and spa services, as well as room amenities such as heating. Located 18.6 mi (30 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. Snowhaven: 23 mi (37.1 km) from the heart of Desert Road. Enjoy access to the terrace, 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.