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Top hotels and accommodation in Desert Road

Snowman Lodge

2.0 star property
8.0 out of 10, Very good, (82)
"Good if you book the cabin and not the backpacker rooms"
The price is AU$87
includes taxes & fees
26 Oct - 27 Oct
Snowman Lodge

Turangi Leisure Lodge

2.5 star property
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (469)
"Awesome stay!"
The price is AU$119
includes taxes & fees
5 Oct - 6 Oct
Turangi Leisure Lodge

Ruapehu Mountain Motel & Lodge

3.0 star property
8.2 out of 10, Very good, (312)
"Staff were friendly and heplful"
The price is AU$151
includes taxes & fees
1 Oct - 2 Oct
Ruapehu Mountain Motel & Lodge

The Hobbit Motorlodge

3.5 star property
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (200)
"Another great stay, good value for money.Our favourite stay in Ohakune "
The price is AU$107
includes taxes & fees
7 Oct - 8 Oct
The Hobbit Motorlodge

The Turoa Lodge Ohakune

2.0 star property
4.8 out of 10, (5)
"The light in the room is not that bright. Take too much time to find the reception to check in!Quite close to the ski area and the room is clean."
The price is AU$132
includes taxes & fees
29 Sept - 30 Sept
The Turoa Lodge Ohakune

Snowhaven

3.0 star property
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (290)
"Nice place to stay. "
The price is AU$132
includes taxes & fees
5 Oct - 6 Oct
Snowhaven

Rocky Mountain Chalets

3.5 star property
9.8 out of 10, Exceptional, (83)
"Amazing experience, great location. Kids friendly and close to dinning and snow mountain "
The price is AU$205
includes taxes & fees
28 Oct - 29 Oct
Rocky Mountain Chalets

Powderhorn Chateau

4.5 star property
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (316)
"Food 10 /10 excellent service food taste great"
The price is AU$275
includes taxes & fees
25 Oct - 26 Oct
Powderhorn Chateau

Ohakune Court Motel

3.0 star property
8.4 out of 10, Very good, (216)
"Our stay in the lodge was great."
The price is AU$139
includes taxes & fees
29 Sept - 30 Sept
Ohakune Court Motel

LKNZ Lodge & Cafe

3.5 star property
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (68)
"Great value for money. Convenient and great helpful staff."
The price is AU$85
includes taxes & fees
29 Sept - 30 Sept
LKNZ Lodge & Cafe

Judges Pool Motel

3.5 star property
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (516)
"Lovely place to go and relax. Nice walk.alongside the rivet. Gdod parking. Lovely host. Highly recomend. "
The price is AU$142
includes taxes & fees
5 Oct - 6 Oct
Judges Pool Motel

Pipers Lodge

3.0 star property
8.4 out of 10, Very good, (140)
"Accomodation was perfect for what we needed. The staff was friendly and there were plenty of ammenities. Everything was clean and tidy and the common areas and rooms were kept to a lovely warmth. The continental breakfast was a nice addition. "
The price is AU$124
includes taxes & fees
29 Sept - 30 Sept
Pipers Lodge

Ossies Motels and Chalets

3.0 star property
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (148)
"Clean property we enjoy the stay with kids, toilet, bedroom and kitchen facilities are clean,Staffs are very helpful . "
The price is AU$159
includes taxes & fees
29 Sept - 30 Sept
Ossies Motels and Chalets

Waiouru Welcome Inn

3.0 star property
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (116)
"Great views of Mt. Ruapheu volcano. Lovely friendly greeting. Thank you so much."
The price is AU$94
includes taxes & fees
19 Oct - 20 Oct
Waiouru Welcome Inn

Mountain Heights Lodge

3.0 star property
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (163)
"Its a beautiful older style building suitable for a weekend getaway"
The price is AU$151
includes taxes & fees
7 Oct - 8 Oct
Mountain Heights Lodge

The Crossing Lodge and Backpackers

2.0 star property
8.2 out of 10, Very good, (25)
"Great property warm rooms easy check in and out "
The price is AU$50
includes taxes & fees
27 Oct - 28 Oct
The Crossing Lodge and Backpackers

Adventure Lodge & Motel

3.5 star property
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (268)
"Shared washrooms great use of space. Depending on age of guests a grab rail on the right side of the toilet stall doors would be an asset. "
The price is AU$103
includes taxes & fees
29 Sept - 30 Sept
Adventure Lodge & Motel

The Park Hotel Ruapehu

3.0 star property
8.2 out of 10, Very good, (1006)
"Always a good place to stay in Waimarino"
The price is AU$116
includes taxes & fees
30 Sept - 1 Oct
The Park Hotel Ruapehu

Kings Ohakune

3.5 star property
7.6 out of 10, Good, (72)
"Friendy staff"
The price is AU$133
includes taxes & fees
14 Oct - 15 Oct
Kings Ohakune

Tongariro Lodge

4.0 star property
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (338)
"Better than expected for the price "
The price is AU$184
includes taxes & fees
9 Oct - 10 Oct
Tongariro Lodge
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Stay near top Desert Road attractions

Tree Trunk Gorge

Tree Trunk Gorge

Explore the great outdoors at Tree Trunk Gorge, a lovely green space in Desert Road. Wander the lakeside or discover the area's volcano viewpoints.

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Frequently asked questions

What's the best place to stay in Desert Road?

Located 18.8 mi (30.3 km) from the heart of Desert Road, The Park Hotel Ruapehu is a top choice for your stay, based on our traveller data. Two other choices for your visit to the area are Skotel Alpine Resort and Turangi Leisure Lodge. See all available top hotels, or vacation rentals in Desert Road.

What are some of the best holiday rentals that Desert Road has to offer?

Mountain House located in central Ohakune: This holiday home rental outside of Desert Road is located in the mountains, and has a fireplace, a balcony and a BBQ to put you at ease in your new surroundings. It has 3 bedrooms, as well as a kitchen with a dishwasher, a fridge and a stovetop, so that you can cook with friends or family. Kick off your shoes and enjoy yourself with a private garden and a selection of games. See all vacation rentals in Desert Road.

If I need to cancel my hotel reservation in Desert Road, will I receive a refund?

Yes, you'll find most hotel reservations are fully refundable as long as you cancel prior to the hotel's cancellation deadline, which often is within 24-48 hours of check in. If you booked a non-refundable reservation, you might be able to cancel it and get a refund within a 24-hour period of booking. Filter your search by fully refundable to find flexible hotel deals in Desert Road.

What's it like staying in Desert Road?

Visitors to Desert Road will definitely find plenty to explore and enjoy. There are 430 hotels and other accommodation options in the surrounding area. Find out more about Desert Road.

What should I see while I'm in Desert Road?

A couple of favourite places to visit are Tongariro National Park and Tree Trunk Gorge. You'll also find Whakapapa Ski Area and Mount Ruapehu in the area. Take a look at what more there is to see and do in Expedia's Desert Road guide.

What's the seasonal weather like in Desert Road?

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.

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