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Featured Motels in Desert Road

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Mountain Heights Lodge

Mountain Heights Lodge

3.0 star property
National Park Village
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (172)
"The Mountain Heights Lodge was lovely. Fabulous hosts, very comfortable and spacious rooms. Convenient for the walking trails. Short drive to cafes (The Station for great coffee and just opened for dinner) and pubs. "
Australia
Jeanine
The price is NZ$172
includes taxes & fees
11 Nov - 12 Nov
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, (336)
"It was a nice stay at Plateau Lodge. Comfortable and good service I’m happy with the experience."
Australia
Shanika
The price is NZ$157
includes taxes & fees
11 Nov - 12 Nov
Plateau Lodge
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Waiouru Welcome Inn

Waiouru Welcome Inn

3.0 star property
Waiouru
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (119)
"Just a place to lay our heads on the way home. We arrived after dark and left early morning. Arranged to have the unit left open for us. Beautiful view of the ⛰️ mountain the next morning. "
New Zealand
Rachel
The price is NZ$110
includes taxes & fees
24 Nov - 25 Nov
Waiouru Welcome Inn
Lounge
Turangi Bridge Motel

Turangi Bridge Motel

3.5 star property
Turangi
8.4 out of 10, Very good, (524)
"The room was lovely, the shower was great & the motel was a good walking distance to town. I will stay again."
Australia
Shirlene
The price is NZ$138
includes taxes & fees
20 Nov - 21 Nov
Turangi Bridge Motel
Private kitchen
The Hobbit Motorlodge

The Hobbit Motorlodge

3.5 star property
Ohakune
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (201)
"The host was absolutely amazing "
Australia
Kelly
The price is NZ$123
includes taxes & fees
18 Nov - 19 Nov
The Hobbit Motorlodge
Front of property – evening/night
Snowhaven

Snowhaven

3.0 star property
Ohakune
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (293)
"Nice place to stay. "
Australia
Peter
The price is NZ$153
includes taxes & fees
18 Nov - 19 Nov
Snowhaven
Coffee/tea maker, electric kettle
Judges Pool Motel

Judges Pool Motel

3.5 star property
Turangi
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (520)
"Very good comfortable place to stay, will be back. "
Australia
Shaun
The price is NZ$164
includes taxes & fees
20 Nov - 21 Nov
Judges Pool Motel
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Ohakune Central Motels

Ohakune Central Motels

3.5 star property
Ohakune
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. "
United States
ANJA
The price is NZ$236
includes taxes & fees
25 Nov - 26 Nov
Ohakune Central Motels
Interior entrance
The Peaks Motor Inn

The Peaks Motor Inn

4.0 star property
Ohakune
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (247)
"Great location, good value, clean and warm. My only issue was the beds are very soft, not a big deal for one night"
Australia
Ivan
The price is NZ$176
includes taxes & fees
18 Nov - 19 Nov
The Peaks Motor Inn
Dinner served
Parklands Motorlodge

Parklands Motorlodge

3.5 star property
Turangi
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (373)
"Nice place"
Australia
Eleanor
The price is NZ$139
includes taxes & fees
22 Nov - 23 Nov
Parklands Motorlodge
Studio with Mountain View - Prepaid
Ohakune Court Motel

Ohakune Court Motel

3.0 star property
Ohakune
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (217)
"Personal kitchen. Warm. Clean. Family friendly "
United States
Adriana
The price is NZ$143
includes taxes & fees
24 Nov - 25 Nov
Ohakune Court Motel
Two Bedroom Chalet | Terrace/patio
Ossies Motels and Chalets

Ossies Motels and Chalets

3.0 star property
Ohakune
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (150)
"We had a brilliant stay here! Lovely owners and gave us a great welcome which we appreciate after a long day cycling. Fantastic kitchen with everything that we could wish for to cook ourselves a meal . Spacious cabin and very clean and we were able to bring our bikes inside which is very important to us. So quiet and peaceful! Highly recommend! "
Australia
Celia
The price is NZ$180
includes taxes & fees
11 Nov - 12 Nov
Ossies Motels and Chalets
Family Apartment | Living area
Alpine Motel

Alpine Motel

2.0 star property
Ohakune
7.8 out of 10, Good, (103)
"Nice stay, pretty small and shower smaller but wasnok for an overnighter"
United States
Darren
The price is NZ$187
includes taxes & fees
11 Nov - 12 Nov
Alpine Motel
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Top Desert Road Hotel Reviews

Skotel Alpine Resort

Skotel Alpine Resort

10/10 Excellent
"The staff were most helpful at the front desk and restaurant."
nathan 3-night trip
Posted 5 days ago
Skotel Alpine Resort

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Desert Road Motels information

Number of reviews
3,272
Accommodation
17 Motels
Lowest Price
NZ$110
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 443 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. Mountain Heights Lodge: Free parking and spa services are available during your stay, along with room amenities such as heating. Central Desert Road is 18.6 mi (30 km) away. Snowhaven: Enjoy access to the terrace, and freebies including WiFi and self-parking. Located 23 mi (37.1 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. Plateau Lodge: 18.9 mi (30.5 km) from the heart of Desert Road. Enjoy access to the library, 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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