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Snowman Lodge

2.0 star property
Guests gather around the lodge's welcoming firepit for peaceful evenings or book rejuvenating spa treatments while enjoying hospitality that feels genuinely homey

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Snowman Lodge creates a peaceful retreat with its daily manager's reception and inviting firepit. Travelers can book Thai massages to ease tired muscles, wander through the garden's quiet paths, or visit the café for a fresh cup of coffee.

Reviews

8.0 out of 10
Very good

Popular amenities

  • Spa
  • Parking included
  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Restaurant
  • Air-conditioning
  • Business services
The current price is NZ$103
includes taxes & fees
30 Jan - 31 Jan

Room options

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Standard Double Room, Shared Bathroom

Standard Double Room, Shared Bathroom

8.4 out of 10
Very good
(5 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Heating
Daily housekeeping
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

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Free WiFi

Superior Room, Private Bathroom

7.0 out of 10
Good
(2 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Heating
Private bathroom
Daily housekeeping
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Queen Bed and 1 Single Bunk Bed

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Standard Twin Room, Shared Bathroom

Standard Twin Room, Shared Bathroom

Highlights

Air conditioning
Heating
Daily housekeeping
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Single Beds

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Signature Cabin

Signature Cabin

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(3 reviews)

Highlights

Balcony or patio
Garden
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Heating
Private bathroom
Daily housekeeping
  • 20 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed
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About the area

Ohakune is home to Snowman Lodge. Kawana Flour Mill and St Joseph's Church are local landmarks, and the area's natural beauty can be seen at Tongariro National Park and Ohakune Old Coach Road. Take the opportunity to explore the area for outdoor excitement like hiking/biking trails and other activities like skiing.
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68 Clyde St, Ohakune, Manawatu-Wanganui, 4625

What's nearby

  • Ohakune i-SITE Visitor Information Centre - 2 min walk - 0.2 km
  • Big Carrot - 6 min walk - 0.6 km
  • Ohakune Disc Golf - 16 min walk - 1.4 km
  • Mountain Bike Station - 3 min drive - 2.5 km
  • Tongariro National Park - 3 min drive - 2.9 km

Getting around

  • Whanganui (WAG) - 100 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Big Mountain Burgers - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪The Powderkeg - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Utopia Cafe - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪The Mountain Rocks Cafe & Bar - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪Kombi Coffee - ‬3 min walk

About this property

Snowman Lodge

Guest house near Tongariro National Park
You can look forward to a free daily manager's reception, a terrace and a firepit at Snowman Lodge. Treat yourself to a massage or other spa services. Stay connected with free in-room WiFi, and guests can find other amenities, such as a coffee shop/cafe and a garden.
You'll also enjoy the following perks during your stay:
  • Free self-parking
  • Express check-out, express check-in and luggage storage
  • Tour/ticket information, smoke-free property and coffee/tea in reception
Room features
All guest rooms at Snowman Lodge include comforts, such as air conditioning, as well as
Other amenities include:
  • Showers and free toiletries
  • Heating and daily housekeeping

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Free self parking on site
  • Limited on-site self parking

Food and drink

  • A bar/lounge
  • A coffee shop/cafe
  • A restaurant
  • Coffee and tea in common areas
  • Free daily manager's reception
  • Snack bar/deli

Things to do

  • Ski passes
  • TV in common areas

Family friendly

  • Laundry facilities
  • Snack bar/deli

Conveniences

  • Laundry facilities
  • Limited-hour front desk
  • Luggage storage
  • Shared microwave
  • Shared refrigerator

Guest services

  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Tour and ticket assistance

Business services

  • Business centre

Outdoors

  • Barbecue grill
  • Firepit
  • Garden
  • Outdoor entertainment area
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Picnic area
  • Terrace

Spa

  • Thai massages

More

  • Smoke-free property

Room amenities

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries
  • Shampoo
  • Shower
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper

Food and drink

  • Limited room service

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; check-in end time: 9:00 PM
Contactless check-in and check-out are available
Express check-in available
Minimum check-in age - 15

Check-out

Check-out before 10:00 AM
Contactless check-out
Late check-out subject to availability
Late check-out fee: NZD 20
Express check-out available

Special check-in instructions

The property charges 3 per cent for credit card payments
The front desk is open daily from 7:00 AM - 9:00 PM
Front desk staffed during limited hours
If you are planning to arrive after 8:30 PM please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Access methods

Front desk (limited hours)

Pets

Pets not allowed

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
Rollaway/extra beds are not available.
Cots (infant beds) are not available

Payment types

Important information

Optional extras

  • Late check-out fee: NZD 20 (subject to availability)
  • Credit card charges are subject to a surcharge of 3 per cent

The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may not include tax and are subject to change.

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
The name on the credit card used at check-in to pay for incidentals must be the primary name on the guestroom reservation
This property accepts credit cards; cash is not accepted
Cashless transactions are available
Safety features at this property include a smoke detector

We should mention

Only registered guests are allowed in the guestrooms

National rating

Property class, provided by our rating system, is based on property type, amenities and services.

Property is also known as

Snowman Lodge Ohakune
Snowman Lodge Guesthouse
Snowman Lodge Guesthouse Ohakune

Frequently asked questions

Is Snowman Lodge pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much does it cost to stay at Snowman Lodge?

As of 15 Jan 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Snowman Lodge on 30 Jan 2026 start from NZ$102.80, including taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

How much is parking at Snowman Lodge?

Self-parking is free at this property.

What time is check-in at Snowman Lodge?

Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; check-in end time: 9:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Snowman Lodge?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM. Late checkout is available for NZD 20 (subject to availability).

Where is Snowman Lodge located?

Situated in Ohakune, this guesthouse is within a 10-minute walk of Ohakune i-SITE Visitor Information Centre and Big Carrot. Ohakune Disc Golf and Mountain Bike Station are also within 2 miles (3 km).

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Reviews

Snowman Lodge Reviews

8.0

Very good

8.6

Cleanliness

8.2

Amenities

8.4

Staff & service

7.6

Property conditions & facilities
Rating 10 - Excellent. 34 out of 91 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 32 out of 91 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 16 out of 91 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 7 out of 91 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 2 out of 91 reviews

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Nicole

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Super easy to find, clean room, great food options around
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025

10/10 Excellent

Mayumi

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
snowman lodge was fanrastic! the staff is nice, room is beautiful, kitchen is clean and big. and so close from the mountain. so glad i stayed here. thank you!
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2025

8/10 Good

Gilles

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Nice place with good location
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025

8/10 Good

VJ

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
It was a good stay and friendly staff
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Nathalie

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Great place

The cabins are great. Nice private space outside
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2025

8/10 Good

Anna

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Easy access and parking and friendly staff. The cabin had everything we needed at an affordable price. Highly recommended.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Sharna

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Loved the spa pools and sauna and the recreation room which was accessible throughout the night.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2023

8/10 Good

Craig

Clean and quiet and warm good for the price
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Claire

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Loved our night in a cabin. So snug and well appointed. A very unique and comfortable stay - we will be back.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Minkyung

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, room comfort

Amazing:)

It was very comfortable and the staff were very friendly. However, the water pressure in the bathroom is too weak. Other than that, it was very amazing.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2024

8/10 Good

Sarah

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Good Option for a Night or Two

Booked a cabin with kitchenette and bathroom. It was as shown on the website and described by others - very small but fine for an overnight stay and reflected in the price paid. The location is excellent, easy to walk around the town from there. The cabin was at the back of the property so no road noise overnight. We booked a hot tub but that was a very disappointing experience - the water was warm not hot and describing them as part of a day spa oversells what you get in reality - outdoor, some screening but a path used by guests right beside it and able to see in. Not recommended. Great onsite restaurant, enjoyed a couple of small plates there.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

8/10 Good

Mesquita

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

A comfortable and warm stay

We had a one night stay at this motel. The room was very comfortable and warm. It was just a shame there was no kettle or tea and coffee in the room. A bit of a pain having to walk around to the shared kitchen every time you wanted a drink. There was ample free parking and the room was quiet. The motel was pretty much in the centre of town and very walkable to everywhere.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2024

6/10 Okay

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities

Clean but not exactly worth the money

Very clean and very new. However, very small and doesn’t have essentials like a wardrobe to hang up your clothes. Basically living in a cabin but paying motel-hotel kind of prices.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2023

8/10 Good

Anthony

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Great value. Occupants of other rooms a bit noisy. No hot water in kitchen.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2024

6/10 Okay

Robert

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, room comfort

Pros and Cons - clean and convenient

Clean, tidy and comfortable enough for a short stay, and very convenient to everything. However at the price I would expect the ensuite room to have its own fridge, jug and tea & coffee, but it did not have any of these. These were available in the shared access kitchen, dining, lounge area, but a single refrigerator for many rooms & people is never going to work well. As the place also has hostel / backpacker style shared accommodation, you can’t leave your own milk, bread, butter, or drinks in a shared fridge or cupboard and expect them to be left unused by others.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2024

8/10 Good

Stacey

Good value
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

8/10 Good

Vernon

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Staff were very helpful with parking motorbike in safe place Room was right on road front - noisy
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Tim

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We enjoyed our stay - great for one night.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025

4/10 Poor

Peter

Disliked: Cleanliness
Nothing like the photos on Expedia , seems to be just converted shipping containers put out the back . .prob ok for one night for some people . Overpriced for what it is .
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025

8/10 Good

Alexander

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Good if you book the cabin and not the backpacker rooms
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Sharnelle

Liked: Staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great little place to stay. Right in the middle of the town, so everything is within walking distance.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2023

8/10 Good

Richard

Small and compact. Met our needs for the short stay.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2024

8/10 Good

Heather

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Well situated accommodation for an overnight stay. Small rooms, but fine for a place to sleep and recharge.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2024

8/10 Good

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Warm, clean and friendly staff. Nice communal area.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2019

6/10 Okay

Francois

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Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025