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Our top choices for Tongariro National Park motels

Front of property

Mountain Heights Lodge

Mountain Heights Lodge
3.0 star property
National Park Village
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (229 reviews)
"The continental breakfast of an assortment of cereal, toast and spreads, fruit, yoghurt and drinks was amazing."
Australia
Nicholas
The price is NZ$166
includes taxes & fees
1 July - 2 July
Mountain Heights Lodge
Comfort Studio, 1 Bedroom, Garden View

Plateau Lodge

Plateau Lodge
3.0 star property
National Park Village
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (355 reviews)
"Stayed just for the night with family- was a comfortable stay. "
United States
Archana
The price is NZ$159
includes taxes & fees
28 July - 29 July
Plateau Lodge
Apartment 1 Bedroom (Deck) | Terrace/patio

Judges Pool Motel

Judges Pool Motel
3.5 star property
Turangi
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (554 reviews)
"Was the best place i have stayed in lingtime true value for money. The lady that was the host is so friendly and helpful. This will be a place i am definately staying in again. Loved it. Glad i stumbled upon it. Highly recommended aaa+++"
Australia
Jason
The price is NZ$176
includes taxes & fees
11 July - 12 July
Judges Pool Motel
Front of property

The Hobbit Motorlodge

The Hobbit Motorlodge
3.5 star property
Ohakune
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (210 reviews)
"Close to the supermarket, restaurants ,clean room."
Australia
Tian
The price is NZ$131
includes taxes & fees
1 July - 2 July
The Hobbit Motorlodge
Dinner served

Parklands Motorlodge

Parklands Motorlodge
3.5 star property
Turangi
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (413 reviews)
"Great place to arrive late in the day because it has a nice restaurant. Our room was warm and snug and its close to the main road and supermarket."
Australia
Jacque
The price is NZ$148
includes taxes & fees
1 July - 2 July
Parklands Motorlodge
Interior

Turangi Bridge Motel

Turangi Bridge Motel
3.5 star property
Turangi
8.4 out of 10, Very good, (596 reviews)
"Great place to stay on a budget with great food ."
Australia
Mark
The price is NZ$152
includes taxes & fees
1 July - 2 July
Turangi Bridge Motel
Front of property – evening/night

Snowhaven

Snowhaven
3.0 star property
Ohakune
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (310 reviews)
"Budget motel room for sure. Hard bed, hot water was tepid at best. Tight parking."
Australia
Colin
The price is NZ$149
includes taxes & fees
2 July - 3 July
Snowhaven
Family Room - Prepaid

Ohakune Court Motel

Ohakune Court Motel
3.0 star property
Ohakune
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (227 reviews)
"Quite and close to town"
Australia
Alex
The price is NZ$144
includes taxes & fees
8 July - 9 July
Ohakune Court Motel
Exterior

Ossies Motels and Chalets

Ossies Motels and Chalets
3.0 star property
Ohakune
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (153 reviews)
"Lovey place to stay ."
Australia
Andrea
The price is NZ$180
includes taxes & fees
1 July - 2 July
Ossies Motels and Chalets
Interior entrance

The Peaks Motor Inn

The Peaks Motor Inn
4.0 star property
Ohakune
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (276 reviews)
"Located between the 2 main parts of town. Easy parking on site. Nice traditional motor inn. Very clean and suitably equipped. "
United Kingdom
Ian
The price is NZ$186
includes taxes & fees
29 July - 30 July
The Peaks Motor Inn
Family Apartment | Living area

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$176
includes taxes & fees
1 July - 2 July
Alpine Motel
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Top Tongariro National Park Hotel Reviews

Powderhorn Chateau

Powderhorn Chateau

8/10 Good
"Enjoyable stay and would recommend to others"
Nicole 1-night trip
Posted 4 days ago
Powderhorn Chateau

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Tongariro National Park Motels information

Number of reviews
3,427
Accommodation
17 Motels
Lowest Price
NZ$131
Highest Price
NZ$186

Frequently asked questions

What can I expect from a motel trip to Tongariro National Park?
If you can't find a motel in Tongariro National Park, allow Expedia help you find a motel or something similar from more than 340 lodging options in the larger area. Simply filter using our search tools by price per night or money-saving amenities such as free parking and free breakfast.
What are motels like?
Motels often have free parking, and many also include an outdoor pool. Often one or two storeys high, motel properties usually have exterior corridors overlooking the car park or an outdoor pool. The term "motel" was invented in 1925 by the owner of the Milestone Mo-Tel in San Luis Obispo, California.
What are the best motels in Tongariro National Park?
Here are some of our customers' favourite motels to book in the larger area. Mountain Heights Lodge is located 17.6 km from the heart of Tongariro National Park. Enjoy access to the free parking, spa services and terrace. Turangi Bridge Motel: Free WiFi, free parking and a sauna are available during your stay. Central Tongariro National Park is 23.5 mi (37.9 km) away. Plateau Lodge: Enjoy access to the library, and freebies including WiFi and self-parking. Located 11.9 mi (19.2 km) from the heart of Tongariro National Park. Parklands Motorlodge: Central Tongariro National Park is 23.1 mi (37.1 km) away. A children's pool, free WiFi and free parking are available during your stay. Snowhaven: 13.9 mi (22.4 km) from the heart of Tongariro National Park. Enjoy access to the terrace, and freebies including WiFi and self-parking.
What can I do in Tongariro National Park?
Enjoy the top-notch restaurants and lively bars in this relaxing area while you're sightseeing. Those who've visited Tongariro National Park have good things to say about its ski slopes and mountain landscape. These are some of the parks and outdoorsy places: Mount Ruapehu, Tongariro National Park and Taranaki Falls. During your trip, here are some other places to visit: Whakapapa Ski Area, Turoa Ski Area and Tongariro National Park Whakapapa Visitor Centre.
What's the weather like in Tongariro National Park?
Weather can make or break a road trip, so here's some data about year-round temperatures in Tongariro National Park 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 Tongariro National Park are September, October, July and May, with each month seeing an average of 198 mm of rainfall.
What are my options for getting around Tongariro National Park while staying in a motel?
We've gathered some information about local transportation options in Tongariro National Park to help you navigate your stay: Fly into Taupō Airport (TUO), which is located 45.6 mi (73.4 km) away from the city centre. If you'd like to venture out around the area, consider renting a car to explore more sights.

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