Makakahi Travel Guide
Tourist Guide
Visit Makakahi
Popular places to visit
Ratana Church
After visiting Ratana Church, make a plan to see the other sights and activities in Raetihi. Discover the area's mountain views and seek out the ski slopes.
Raetihi Show Ground
Explore the great outdoors at Raetihi Show Ground, a lovely green space in Raetihi. Discover the area's spas and seek out its ski slopes.
The Dinosaur House
You can spend an afternoon browsing the exhibits at The Dinosaur House during your travels in Raetihi. Stroll along the riverfront or experience the area's entertainment choices.
Our pick of the best Makakahi Hotel Deals

The Park Hotel Ruapehu
6 Millar Street National Park Village
The price is NZ$163 per night from 24 Mar to 25 Mar
NZ$163
24 Mar - 25 Mar
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this hotel in National Park Village. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and 2 hot tubs. Our guests praise the restaurant and the helpful staff in their reviews. ...
8.2/10 Very Good! (1,001 reviews)
Hot tub. Good location for car access to the trails.
Reviewed on 19 Mar 2026

Mountain Heights Lodge
4576 SH 4 National Park Village Manawatu-Wanganui
The price is NZ$151 per night from 6 Apr to 7 Apr
NZ$151
6 Apr - 7 Apr
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this motel in National Park Village. Enjoy free parking, on-site spa services and daily housekeeping. Our guests praise the helpful staff in their reviews. ...
9/10 Wonderful! (209 reviews)
The place has character in the farm was so relaxing, and the animals were a plus to See for us. Staff we’re helpful.
Reviewed on 21 Mar 2026

Snowman Lodge
68 Clyde St Ohakune Manawatu-Wanganui
The price is NZ$87 per night from 23 Mar to 24 Mar
NZ$87
23 Mar - 24 Mar
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this guesthouse in Ohakune. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and room service. Popular attractions Big Carrot and Ohakune Disc Golf are located ...
8/10 Very Good! (94 reviews)
Room was one of the cabins. Basically a metal box that a room was made of. No closet. No place to hang anything up. Heater small for room and took a while to heat the space. The hotel is in a great location. Walkable to many restaurants.
Reviewed on 17 Feb 2026

Adventure Lodge & Motel
21 Carroll Street National Park Village
The price is NZ$100 per night from 19 Apr to 20 Apr
NZ$100
19 Apr - 20 Apr
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this family-friendly B&B in National Park Village. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff in their ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (293 reviews)
Excellent location for starting the Alpine Crossing hike. Excellent staff and very good breakfast before beginning the hike.
Reviewed on 7 Mar 2026

Rocky Mountain Chalets
20 Rangataua Road (State Highway 49) Ohakune NZ3
The price is NZ$241 per night from 22 Mar to 23 Mar
NZ$241
22 Mar - 23 Mar
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this golf chalet in Ohakune. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and 3 hot tubs. Popular attractions Big Carrot and Ohakune Disc Golf are located nearby.
9.8/10 Exceptional! (100 reviews)
Clean and cosy rooms. Central to the mountain and town. Very nice room layout! Washer/ dryer available in the villa. Check in process could be improved. We arrived earlier in the day and no one around to help us check in. We left and returned hours later and still no one to check us in. Another person ...
Reviewed on 15 Mar 2026

The Crossing Lodge and Backpackers
9 Erua Rd Erua Manawatu-Wanganui
The price is NZ$63 per night from 24 Mar to 25 Mar
NZ$63
24 Mar - 25 Mar
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this lodge in Erua. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and a garden. Popular attraction Marton Sash and Door Cycling Park is located nearby.
8/10 Very Good! (42 reviews)
Clean, helpful staff and affordable. Highly recommended it and certainly if we’re around the area will use it again. And they got vending machine which I find it helpful everything you need can be purchase at very cheap price.
Reviewed on 19 Mar 2026
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.
