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Our top choices for Desert Road hotels

Ruapehu Suite | Terrace/patio
Tongariro Suites at The Rocks

Tongariro Suites at The Rocks

Tongariro Suites at The Rocks
4.0 star property
Horopito
10.0 out of 10, Exceptional, (105)
"The room was clean and had a hot bath, so I could relax. The starry sky outside the room was the most beautiful I've ever seen in my life!"
Japan
Keiichiro
The price is AU$739
includes taxes & fees
29 Dec - 30 Dec
Tongariro Suites at The Rocks
Cottage, 5 Bedrooms, Kitchen, Garden Area | Private kitchen
Motuoapa Bay Chalets

Motuoapa Bay Chalets

Motuoapa Bay Chalets
3.5 star property
Motuoapa
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (83)
"Spacious and well-maintained."
Australia
Bianca Joy
The price is AU$173
includes taxes & fees
19 Jan - 20 Jan 2026
Motuoapa Bay Chalets
Family Apartment | Living area
Alpine Motel

Alpine Motel

Alpine Motel
2.0 star property
Ohakune
7.8 out of 10, Good, (104)
"Nice place to stay. "
Australia
Peter
The price is AU$182
includes taxes & fees
29 Dec - 30 Dec
Alpine Motel
Interior entrance
The Peaks Motor Inn

The Peaks Motor Inn

The Peaks Motor Inn
4.0 star property
Ohakune
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (254)
"The room was very clean and comfortable. The staff who checked us in and out was very courteous. A very pleasant stay! A highlight was meeting the friendly neighborhood cat."
United States
Gwen
The price is AU$151
includes taxes & fees
8 Jan - 9 Jan 2026
The Peaks Motor Inn
Meeting facility
Powderhorn Chateau

Powderhorn Chateau

Powderhorn Chateau
4.5 star property
Ohakune
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (321)
"Great place and fantastic hot pool"
Australia
David
The price is AU$280
includes taxes & fees
17 Jan - 18 Jan 2026
Powderhorn Chateau
View from room
River Birches

River Birches

River Birches
5.0 star property
Turangi
10.0 out of 10, Exceptional, (25)
"This was an amazing lodge to stay while we travelled around Tongariro National Park. The owners are very friendly and want to make your stay as pleasant as possible. I would HIGHLY recommend staying in this hidden gem. If I ever come back I will most certainly stay here again. Also, their breakfast was outstanding. "
United States
Sebastian
The price is AU$797
includes taxes & fees
6 Jan - 7 Jan 2026
River Birches
Standard Double or Twin Room, 1 Bedroom, Shared Bathroom, Garden View | Terrace/patio
Plateau Lodge

Plateau Lodge

Plateau Lodge
3.0 star property
National Park Village
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (341)
"Everyone was delightful "
United States
Drew
The price is AU$165
includes taxes & fees
9 Jan - 10 Jan 2026
Plateau Lodge
Classic Villa, 3 Bedrooms
Tongariro Lodge

Tongariro Lodge

Tongariro Lodge
4.0 star property
Turangi
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (345)
"* Clean rooms * Kind Staff * Beautiful location "
Australia
Darren
The price is AU$294
includes taxes & fees
11 Jan - 12 Jan 2026
Tongariro Lodge
Studio (Loft) | Private kitchen
Ruapehu Mountain Motel & Lodge

Ruapehu Mountain Motel & Lodge

Ruapehu Mountain Motel & Lodge
3.0 star property
Ohakune
8.2 out of 10, Very good, (314)
"Wonderful stay"
United States
ashley
The price is AU$139
includes taxes & fees
6 Jan - 7 Jan 2026
Ruapehu Mountain Motel & Lodge
Indoor spa tub
Adventure Lodge & Motel

Adventure Lodge & Motel

Adventure Lodge & Motel
3.5 star property
National Park Village
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (276)
"Clean room and bathrooms. Overall great facility!! John drove us to the Alpine crossing and gave us a walkthrough of the history behind the tongariro national park and safety tips for the hike. We had a great experience. Thank you John."
United States
Nakul
The price is AU$89
includes taxes & fees
18 Jan - 19 Jan 2026
Adventure Lodge & Motel
Coffee/tea maker, electric kettle
Judges Pool Motel

Judges Pool Motel

Judges Pool Motel
3.5 star property
Turangi
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (531)
"Cleanliness and amenities great. Proximity to town walkable "
Australia
Tim
The price is AU$143
includes taxes & fees
6 Jan - 7 Jan 2026
Judges Pool Motel
Living area
LKNZ Lodge & Cafe

LKNZ Lodge & Cafe

LKNZ Lodge & Cafe
3.5 star property
Ohakune
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (78)
"Great location! Room and bathrooms were clean and all the amenities were available. Staff were friendly."
Australia
Shenjia
The price is AU$92
includes taxes & fees
30 Dec - 31 Dec
LKNZ Lodge & Cafe
Private kitchen
The Hobbit Motorlodge

The Hobbit Motorlodge

The Hobbit Motorlodge
3.5 star property
Ohakune
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (203)
"The amazing host she was fabulous "
Australia
Kelly
The price is AU$107
includes taxes & fees
30 Dec - 31 Dec
The Hobbit Motorlodge
Double Room
The Turoa Lodge Ohakune

The Turoa Lodge Ohakune

The Turoa Lodge Ohakune
2.0 star property
Ohakune
5.8 out of 10, (6)
"The room looked exactly like the pictures. However, there were hair in the shower, spiderwebs throughout the bedroom, mold in the bathroom and the hot water tap was leaking and super difficult to close/open. Staff were very friendly though. "
Australia
Anastasia
The price is AU$130
includes taxes & fees
29 Dec - 30 Dec
The Turoa Lodge Ohakune
View from property
Snowman Lodge

Snowman Lodge

Snowman Lodge
2.0 star property
Ohakune
8.0 out of 10, Very good, (90)
"Super easy to find, clean room, great food options around"
Australia
Nicole
The price is AU$90
includes taxes & fees
29 Dec - 30 Dec
Snowman Lodge
Premium Studio, 1 Queen Bed, River View | Terrace/patio
Two Rivers Boutique Lodge Ohakune

Two Rivers Boutique Lodge Ohakune

Two Rivers Boutique Lodge Ohakune
4.0 star property
Ohakune
10.0 out of 10, Exceptional, (7)
"Great place to rest had one of the best sleep in NZ"
United States
Evgeny
The price is AU$282
includes taxes & fees
8 Jan - 9 Jan 2026
Two Rivers Boutique Lodge Ohakune
Waimarino Two-Bedroom Suite
Tongariro Crossing Lodge

Tongariro Crossing Lodge

Tongariro Crossing Lodge
4.5 star property
National Park Village
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (183)
"All staff were extremely polite and kind, suite was brand new and warm. Would stay here again!"
United States
Scott
The price is AU$247
includes taxes & fees
22 Jan - 23 Jan 2026
Tongariro Crossing Lodge
Front of property
Alpine Chalets

Alpine Chalets

Alpine Chalets
3.0 star property
National Park Village
8.0 out of 10, Very good, (97)
"We’ve had the best time at Alpine Chalets. Amazing hospitality from the staff, the rooms are clean, tidy and very modern. The views were spectacular of the mountains! Highly recommend, will definitely be back :)"
Australia
Marisa
The price is AU$250
includes taxes & fees
18 Jan - 19 Jan 2026
Alpine Chalets
Private spa tub
Rocky Mountain Chalets

Rocky Mountain Chalets

Rocky Mountain Chalets
3.5 star property
Ohakune
9.8 out of 10, Exceptional, (87)
"Very well taken care of. Kind and helpful staff."
United States
Saritha
The price is AU$205
includes taxes & fees
28 Jan - 29 Jan 2026
Rocky Mountain Chalets
Restaurant
The Park Hotel Ruapehu

The Park Hotel Ruapehu

The Park Hotel Ruapehu
3.0 star property
National Park Village
8.2 out of 10, Very good, (1002)
"Good staff, good room, close to the mountain. "
Australia
Balthazar
The price is AU$142
includes taxes & fees
3 Jan - 4 Jan 2026
The Park Hotel Ruapehu
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.
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Tree Trunk Gorge

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Recent Reviews in Desert Road

Turangi Bridge Motel

Turangi Bridge Motel

10/10 Excellent
"Lovely rooms"
Linda 1-night trip
Posted 6 hours ago
Turangi Bridge Motel

More cheap accommodation in Desert Road

The Crossing Lodge and Backpackers

The Crossing Lodge and Backpackers

9 Erua Rd Erua Manawatu-Wanganui
The price is AU$52 per night from 5 Jan to 6 Jan
AU$52
5 Jan - 6 Jan 2026
includes taxes & fees
8/10 Very Good! (31 reviews)

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 Turangi Bridge Motel 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?
Our Treasure Cottage Retreat at the lake: This holiday home rental outside of Desert Road is located on a lake, and has a fireplace, a patio 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. Make the most of garden in this rental home to help you unwind. 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 440 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 Mount Tongariro and Whakapapa Ski Area 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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