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A wooden lodge with a balcony, a covered patio, and a sign reading "Mountain Heights Lodge".
A sculpture of a tree in a landscaped area with a building in the background.
A spacious room with a large bed, a sofa, a TV on a wooden stand, and a view of the outdoors through large windows.
A wooden deck with a table and two chairs, overlooking a natural landscape with hills and trees.

1. Mountain Heights Lodge

Mountain Heights Lodge
National Park Village
Australia
Handro
NZ$153
includes taxes & fees
11 Oct - 12 Oct
Mountain Heights Lodge
A cozy room with a leather sofa, patterned armchairs, and a glass coffee table. A large window offers a view of a mountain.
A hot tub in a wooden cabin with large windows offering a view of the surrounding landscape.
A terrace with wooden furniture and a view of a mountain at sunset.
A bedroom with a large bed, a TV, and a view of the landscape.

2. Skotel Alpine Resort

Skotel Alpine Resort
Tongariro National Park
Australia
Stefanie
NZ$99
includes taxes & fees
12 Oct - 13 Oct
Skotel Alpine Resort
A covered pavilion with a stone base, surrounded by a snow-covered garden with rocks and various plants.
A rooftop pool area with two hot tubs, surrounded by a wooden fence and various tropical plants.
A cozy bar setting with a wood-burning stove, wooden furniture, and a sign reading "SPIRAL BAR".
A restaurant with wooden beams, tables, and chairs. There are windows and an exit sign.

3. The Park Hotel Ruapehu

The Park Hotel Ruapehu
National Park Village
Australia
Harley
NZ$144
includes taxes & fees
25 Oct - 26 Oct
The Park Hotel Ruapehu
A modern wooden building with large sliding glass doors, a covered patio area, and a wooden deck.
A two-story house with a porch, surrounded by lush greenery and flowering plants.
A snow-covered porch with a wooden railing and potted plants.
A door with a view of a backyard garden through a window.

4. Tongariro Crossing Lodge

Tongariro Crossing Lodge
National Park Village
Australia
KJ
NZ$241
includes taxes & fees
7 Oct - 8 Oct
Tongariro Crossing Lodge
A modern outdoor seating area with a wooden deck, a white planter with a fern, and a glass door leading to a room.
A sunlit patio with a seating area, a large window, and indoor plants.
A sign for Plateau Lodge with a stone border and a wooden signboard.
A restaurant with large windows overlooking a snowy mountain landscape.

5. Plateau Lodge

Plateau Lodge
National Park Village
Australia
David
NZ$125
includes taxes & fees
4 Oct - 5 Oct
Plateau Lodge
A dining room with a wooden deck and picnic tables, a chimney, and a mountain backdrop.
A cozy living room with two sofas, a small coffee table, and a TV screen displaying birds flying.
A cozy living room with a wooden ceiling, a sofa, a TV, a fireplace, and a dining area with a table and chairs.
A white SUV parked at an electric vehicle charging station.

6. The Crossing Lodge

The Crossing Lodge
Erua
Australia
Sahil
NZ$53
includes taxes & fees
22 Oct - 23 Oct
The Crossing Lodge
A swimming pool with lounge chairs and a fenced deck area, surrounded by buildings with a simple architectural style.
A dining table set with wine glasses, a bottle of wine, and a floral arrangement.
A compact kitchen with a sink, stove, and refrigerator, featuring a fire action notice on the wall.
A hotel room with a large bed, a wooden headboard, a red leather sofa, a wooden coffee table, and a dining area with a table and chairs.

7. Turangi Leisure Lodge

Turangi Leisure Lodge
Turangi
Australia
Libby
NZ$130
includes taxes & fees
18 Oct - 19 Oct
Turangi Leisure Lodge
A bar setting with a glass of iced drink garnished with a lime slice, a bottle pouring into the glass, and a tray with multiple glasses.
A lodge with a staircase leading to a balcony, surrounded by snow-covered trees and parked cars.
A hot tub with a blue light.
A dining area with tables and chairs, a staircase, and a kitchen in the background.

8. Pipers Lodge

Pipers Lodge
National Park Village
Australia
Jennifer
NZ$130
includes taxes & fees
1 Oct - 2 Oct
Pipers Lodge
A wooden staircase leading to a door with "Powderhorn Chateau" carved above it.
A stone-walled indoor pool with a tiled floor, wooden benches, and a stone wall with a window.
A cozy interior with a bar area, leather seating, and a fireplace.
A wooden cabin room with a bed, a desk, and a chair.

9. Powderhorn Chateau

Powderhorn Chateau
Ohakune
Australia
Rhys
NZ$338
includes taxes & fees
18 Oct - 19 Oct
Powderhorn Chateau
A covered outdoor area with a wooden deck, metal roof, and a gravel path leading to a building with glass doors.
A modern building with large windows and wooden slats on the exterior.
A garden with a gravel path, a black fence, and various plants including tall grasses.
A modern kitchen with a microwave, a coffee maker, and a small refrigerator. There is a dining area with a table and chairs.

10. Tongariro Boutique B&B

Tongariro Boutique B&B
Erua
Australia
Kelly
Tongariro Boutique B&B
A cozy lounge area with a stone fireplace, leather seating, and a mounted deer head above the mantel.
A bar area with wooden stools, a stone fireplace, and a mounted animal head.
A house with a covered porch and a well-maintained lawn.
A row of white cabins with balconies, surrounded by well-maintained gardens and a clear blue sky.

11. Turangi Bridge Motel

Turangi Bridge Motel
Turangi
United States
Montana
NZ$158
includes taxes & fees
2 Oct - 3 Oct
Turangi Bridge Motel
An outdoor seating area with a table and chairs, a sofa with cushions, and a view of the street.
A cafe with a chalkboard menu listing hot drinks and smoothies, a counter with a variety of beverages, and a seating area with tables and chairs.
A room with two beds, a bench, a desk, and a flower arrangement.
A living room with a sofa, a coffee table, and a dining area with chairs and a table. There is a kitchen in the background with cabinets and a window.

12. LKNZ Lodge & Cafe

LKNZ Lodge & Cafe
Ohakune
Australia
Peter
NZ$114
includes taxes & fees
18 Oct - 19 Oct
LKNZ Lodge & Cafe
A modern house with a covered porch, large windows, and a well-lit exterior at dusk.
A bedroom with a bed, a nightstand, a window with blinds, and a bathroom with a towel rack.
A modern kitchen with wooden beams, a large island, and a view of trees.
A paved road flanked by trees and a signpost in a wooded area.

13. Tongariro Lodge

Tongariro Lodge
Turangi
New Zealand
Nokuthaba
NZ$264
includes taxes & fees
4 Oct - 5 Oct
Tongariro Lodge
A snow-covered residential street with houses, a car, and a driveway.
A compact living space with a kitchenette, a dining area, and a seating area with a sofa and chairs.
A room with two beds, a small kitchenette, and a dining area.
A circular hot tub surrounded by a brick patio, with wooden benches and a wooden fence in the background.

14. The Hobbit Motorlodge

The Hobbit Motorlodge
Ohakune
Australia
Abinesh
NZ$124
includes taxes & fees
1 Oct - 2 Oct
The Hobbit Motorlodge
An outdoor dining area with tables and chairs, umbrellas, and a view of parked cars and greenery.
A wooden cabin-style room with a bed, two bedside tables, a desk, and a chair.
A compact kitchen with a microwave, toaster, and small refrigerator.
A hotel room with a bed, a dining table, and a kitchenette.

15. Parklands Motorlodge

Parklands Motorlodge
Turangi
Australia
Rod
NZ$100
includes taxes & fees
2 Oct - 3 Oct
Parklands Motorlodge
A hotel named "The Peaks Motor Inn" with a sign listing amenities like studio and family units, spa pools, sauna & gym, wireless internet, and a conference room.
A landscaped area with a sign for The Peaks Motor Inn in Ohakune.
A bedroom with a large bed, a bedside table, and a window with a view of greenery.
A wooden deck with two hot tubs and a house in the background.

16. The Peaks Motor Inn

The Peaks Motor Inn
Ohakune
Australia
James
NZ$176
includes taxes & fees
28 Oct - 29 Oct
The Peaks Motor Inn
A compact hotel room with a kitchenette, a TV mounted on the wall, and two beds with pillows.
A compact kitchen with a dining table, chairs, a microwave, a sink, and a window with a view of greenery.
A hotel with a parking lot, picnic tables, and a view of mountains.
A parking area with a building labeled "Visitor Inn" in the background, a tree in the foreground, and a clear sky with clouds.

17. Ohakune Court Motel

Ohakune Court Motel
Ohakune
Australia
Mike
NZ$156
includes taxes & fees
1 Oct - 2 Oct
Ohakune Court Motel
A row of wooden decked cabins with outdoor seating, large windows, and a view of the surrounding greenery.
A reception area with a wooden desk, a fish wall, and various informational posters.
A sign for Judges Pool Motel with a mailbox and a landscaped area with trees and grass.
A hotel room with a red bed, a black leather sofa, a small round table, a TV mounted on the wall, and a kitchenette area.

18. Judges Pool Motel

Judges Pool Motel
Turangi
Australia
Nicola
NZ$166
includes taxes & fees
16 Oct - 17 Oct
Judges Pool Motel
A wooden cabin with a green roof, surrounded by a well-maintained lawn and various trees.
A wooden dining area with a large table and benches, surrounded by windows with curtains.
A wooden cabin with a covered porch, a gravel pathway, and a fenced yard with various plants.
A cozy living room with a dark sofa, a wooden coffee table, and a large window.

19. The River Lodge

The River Lodge
Ohakune
Australia
Alisa
The River Lodge
A Snowhaven serviced apartment building at night with illuminated windows and a signboard.
A neatly made bed with white linens, a red throw blanket, and a wooden nightstand with a lamp.
A living room with a sofa, a dining table, chairs, a TV, and artwork on the wall.
A hallway with a wooden floor, a rug, and a staircase leading to a room with a red curtain.

20. Snowhaven

Snowhaven
Ohakune
Australia
ANDREW
NZ$150
includes taxes & fees
5 Oct - 6 Oct
Snowhaven
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Top Iwikau Hotel Reviews

Recent Reviews in Iwikau

Mountain Heights Lodge

Mountain Heights Lodge

8/10 Good
"Great base for whakapaka activities. Very cozy and quiet. Clean and comfortable"
Lynette 2-night trip
Posted 1 day ago
Mountain Heights Lodge
The Park Hotel Ruapehu

The Park Hotel Ruapehu

10/10 Excellent
"Very good experience from A to Z."
Elizabeth 2-night trip
Posted 2 days ago
The Park Hotel Ruapehu
Powderhorn Chateau

Powderhorn Chateau

10/10 Excellent
"The room was great, bathroom was very nice with good pressure. The indoor heated pool was a perfect way to start the day"
Rhys 1-night trip
Posted 3 days ago
Powderhorn Chateau
Tongariro Crossing Lodge

Tongariro Crossing Lodge

10/10 Excellent
"Very clean. Well maintained property. Good location. Peaceful and quiet."
KJ 2-night trip
Posted 3 days ago
Tongariro Crossing Lodge
Snowhaven

Snowhaven

10/10 Excellent
"I was surprised at how new the property felt. It has been really well looked after"
ANDREW 1-night trip
Posted 12 days ago
Snowhaven
Skotel Alpine Resort

Skotel Alpine Resort

8/10 Good
"Location, staff, and amenities are great. The property is much more beat up than shown, but not dirty. Would recommend"
Jake 3-night trip
Posted 2 weeks ago
Skotel Alpine Resort
The Hobbit Motorlodge

The Hobbit Motorlodge

10/10 Excellent
"Good location"
Xianhan 2-night trip
Posted 2 weeks ago
The Hobbit Motorlodge
Plateau Lodge

Plateau Lodge

10/10 Excellent
"The room had everything I needed."
anthony 4-night trip
Posted 2 weeks ago
Plateau Lodge
The Crossing Lodge

The Crossing Lodge

8/10 Good
"Was good over all but no fan heater was too hot too much silent in rooms so if some one walking laughing it really disturbed. For groups it was great ."
Aman 2-night trip
Posted 3 weeks ago
The Crossing Lodge

More cheap accommodation in Iwikau

The Crossing Lodge

The Crossing Lodge

9 Erua Rd Erua Manawatu-Wanganui
NZ$53
22 Oct - 23 Oct
includes taxes & fees
8/10 Very good! (59 reviews)
The Crossing Lodge
Snowman Lodge

Snowman Lodge

68 Clyde St Ohakune Manawatu-Wanganui
NZ$95
1 Oct - 2 Oct
includes taxes & fees
8/10 Very good! (100 reviews)
Snowman Lodge
The Turoa Lodge Ohakune

The Turoa Lodge Ohakune

The Turoa Lodge Ohakune Ohakune
NZ$140
8 Oct - 9 Oct
includes taxes & fees
The Turoa Lodge Ohakune
Manowhenua Lodge - Hostel

Manowhenua Lodge - Hostel

35 Mackenzie St National Park Village Manawatu-Wanganui
NZ$141
9 Oct - 10 Oct
includes taxes & fees
9.4/10 Exceptional! (92 reviews)
Manowhenua Lodge - Hostel
Alpine Motel

Alpine Motel

7 Miro Street Ohakune
NZ$210
5 Oct - 6 Oct
includes taxes & fees
7.8/10 Good! (104 reviews)
Alpine Motel
Tongariro Boutique B&B

Tongariro Boutique B&B

18 B Erua Road Erua Waikato
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Frequently asked questions

What is the best area to stay in Iwikau?
The best area to stay in Iwikau is generally around the Iwikau Village and the lower slopes of Mount Ruapehu, particularly for those looking for convenient access to the Tūroa ski field.This area is the primary hub for visitors to the mountain. It's essentially the gateway to the Tūroa ski field, with accommodation, dining options, and ski rental shops clustered directly at the base of the access road. You'll find everything you need within a short distance, including the base facilities for the ski lifts.For families, staying in or near Iwikau Village is a practical choice. The proximity to the ski field means less travel time with children and ski gear, making mornings much smoother. Many accommodations here offer self-catering facilities, which can be very convenient for family meals, and some even have dedicated spaces for children.Couples looking for a relaxing and activity-filled break will also find Iwikau appealing. After a day on the slopes, there are a few cosy eateries and pubs for unwinding.
When is the best time to go to Iwikau?
The best time to visit Iwikau is during the winter months, from June to September, when the ski fields are fully operational.This period offers the best conditions for snow sports enthusiasts. The ski season typically runs from early June to late October, with July and August usually having the most reliable snow cover. During these months, the slopes around Mount Ruapehu, particularly at Tūroa and Whakapapa, are at their prime.Couples looking for a romantic winter escape will find Iwikau particularly appealing. You can enjoy crisp mountain air, stunning snow-capped views, and cosy evenings by a fireplace. There are opportunities for skiing and snowboarding during the day, followed by relaxing spa treatments or fine dining experiences in the evenings.Families with children will also find this period ideal for a holiday. Whakapapa offers dedicated beginner areas like Happy Valley, making it a great place for children to learn to ski or snowboard in a controlled environment. Many accommodations provide family-friendly amenities and activities beyond the slopes, such as tobogganing and snow play areas.
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You can cancel your hotel reservation on Expedia, although it depends on the cancellation policy of your booking. Most bookings are refundable if cancelled within 24 to 48 hours of the scheduled arrival. Be sure to check your booking confirmation for the exact cancellation policy. If free cancellation is available, you can cancel directly through your Expedia account by logging in, going to 'My Trips' and selecting your reservation. To find flexible deals, filter your search by 'Fully refundable property' for hotels in Iwikau.
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