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21 Aug - 23 Aug
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28 Aug - 30 Aug
In one month
11 Sept - 13 Sept
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9 Oct - 11 Oct

Our top choices for Desert Road motels

Front of property – evening/night

1. Snowhaven

Snowhaven
3.0 star property
Ohakune
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (319 reviews)
"Very clean and friendly staff."
Australia
Amit
The price is NZ$158
includes taxes & fees
16 Aug - 17 Aug
Snowhaven
Family Apartment | Living area

2. 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
16 Aug - 17 Aug
Alpine Motel
Exterior

3. Ossies Motels and Chalets

Ossies Motels and Chalets
3.0 star property
Ohakune
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (155 reviews)
"Absolutely loved our stay . The receptionist was so helpful and lovely . The place was very clean and warm at night . would definitely recommend to others"
Australia
razia
The price is NZ$180
includes taxes & fees
16 Aug - 17 Aug
Ossies Motels and Chalets
Front of property

4. The Hobbit Motorlodge

The Hobbit Motorlodge
3.5 star property
Ohakune
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (211 reviews)
"Close to the supermarket, restaurants ,clean room."
Australia
Tian
The price is NZ$102
includes taxes & fees
13 Sept - 14 Sept
The Hobbit Motorlodge
Family Room - Prepaid

5. Ohakune Court Motel

Ohakune Court Motel
3.0 star property
Ohakune
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (232 reviews)
"Ok sort of place."
Australia
Mike
The price is NZ$165
includes taxes & fees
4 Sept - 5 Sept
Ohakune Court Motel
Interior entrance

6. The Peaks Motor Inn

The Peaks Motor Inn
4.0 star property
Ohakune
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (279 reviews)
"Good customer service. Felt welcomed. Very close to the snow mountain."
Australia
Sacheel
The price is NZ$190
includes taxes & fees
16 Aug - 17 Aug
The Peaks Motor Inn
Front of property

7. Mountain Heights Lodge

Mountain Heights Lodge
3.0 star property
National Park Village
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (232 reviews)
"Great accommodation in a perfect location! Andre and Sonja were very helpful, responsive, and flexible with our check-in and check-out times. We really appreciated their hospitality and would highly recommend staying here."
Australia
Dency
The price is NZ$161
includes taxes & fees
24 Aug - 25 Aug
Mountain Heights Lodge
Comfort Studio, 1 Bedroom, Garden View

8. Plateau Lodge

Plateau Lodge
3.0 star property
National Park Village
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (357 reviews)
"Comfortable bed, nice bathroom "
United States
Jill
The price is NZ$124
includes taxes & fees
17 Aug - 18 Aug
Plateau Lodge
Dinner served

9. Parklands Motorlodge

Parklands Motorlodge
3.5 star property
Turangi
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (417 reviews)
"Very convenient place to stay on the way to the mountain."
Australia
Peter
The price is NZ$148
includes taxes & fees
16 Aug - 17 Aug
Parklands Motorlodge
Apartment 1 Bedroom (Deck) | Terrace/patio

10. Judges Pool Motel

Judges Pool Motel
3.5 star property
Turangi
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (555 reviews)
"Clean room, very friendly staff. Cannot comment on nearby shops except for a Burger King nearby, since having a very short stay."
New Zealand
Shirley
The price is NZ$199
includes taxes & fees
16 Aug - 17 Aug
Judges Pool Motel
Interior

11. Turangi Bridge Motel

Turangi Bridge Motel
3.5 star property
Turangi
8.2 out of 10, Very good, (602 reviews)
"The room was clean and the staff was very friendly and helpful."
United States
Montana
The price is NZ$147
includes taxes & fees
16 Aug - 17 Aug
Turangi Bridge Motel
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Top Desert Road Hotel Reviews

Plateau Lodge

Plateau Lodge

10/10 Excellent
"Clean, spacious and family friendly"
David 1-night trip
Posted 4 hours ago
Plateau Lodge

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Desert Road Motels information

Number of reviews
3,076
Accommodation
17 Motels
Lowest Price
NZ$102
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 395 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. Plateau Lodge: Free WiFi and free parking are available during your stay, along with room amenities such as air conditioning. Central Desert Road is 18.9 mi (30.5 km) away. The Peaks Motor Inn: Enjoy access to the conference centre, and freebies including WiFi, self-parking and train station pickup. Located 22.4 mi (36 km) from the heart of Desert Road. Turangi Bridge Motel: Central Desert Road is 16.6 mi (26.8 km) away. Free WiFi and free parking are available during your stay, along with room amenities such as a private balcony. 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.