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Mountain Heights Lodge

Mountain Heights Lodge
3.0 star property
National Park Village
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (223 reviews)
"We enjoyed our stay here! We stayed inside the main lodge. It was cozy and the hosts were very kind. "
United States
Jade
The price is AU$133
includes taxes & fees
29 Apr - 30 Apr
Mountain Heights Lodge

Skotel Alpine Resort

Skotel Alpine Resort
3.5 star property
Tongariro National Park
8.4 out of 10, Very good, (837 reviews)
"Nice hotel"
United States
Giuliana
The price is AU$73
includes taxes & fees
1 May - 2 May
Skotel Alpine Resort

Plateau Lodge

Plateau Lodge
3.0 star property
National Park Village
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (352 reviews)
"Stayed just for the night with family- was a comfortable stay. "
United States
Archana
The price is AU$84
includes taxes & fees
30 Apr - 1 May
Plateau Lodge

LKNZ Lodge & Cafe

LKNZ Lodge & Cafe
3.5 star property
Ohakune
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (87 reviews)
"Comfortable affordable family accommodation. Great for a family of 5"
Australia
Matt
The price is AU$71
includes taxes & fees
26 May - 27 May
LKNZ Lodge & Cafe

Tongariro Crossing Lodge

Tongariro Crossing Lodge
4.5 star property
National Park Village
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (199 reviews)
"Nice place"
Australia
Dana
The price is AU$184
includes taxes & fees
8 May - 9 May
Tongariro Crossing Lodge

Tongariro Lodge

Tongariro Lodge
4.0 star property
Turangi
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (356 reviews)
"Lovely mountain lodge feel to the place. Cozy bar area and dinner in the restaurant was amazing. Rooms are not fancy, more basic, but a great stay overall. "
Canada
Cal
The price is AU$211
includes taxes & fees
3 May - 4 May
Tongariro Lodge

Turangi Leisure Lodge

Turangi Leisure Lodge
2.5 star property
Turangi
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (550 reviews)
"Super clean unit, good value for the whole family to stay comfortably ! "
Australia
David
The price is AU$103
includes taxes & fees
10 May - 11 May
Turangi Leisure Lodge

Adventure Lodge & Motel

Adventure Lodge & Motel
3.5 star property
National Park Village
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (298 reviews)
"Wonderful stay. Just what we wanted for our family stay. "
Canada
Martin
The price is AU$80
includes taxes & fees
2 May - 3 May
Adventure Lodge & Motel

The Crossing Lodge and Backpackers

The Crossing Lodge and Backpackers
2.0 star property
Erua
8.0 out of 10, Very good, (45 reviews)
"Great stay and opportunity to meet others. "
United States
Joy
The price is AU$52
includes taxes & fees
1 May - 2 May
The Crossing Lodge and Backpackers

The Park Hotel Ruapehu

The Park Hotel Ruapehu
3.0 star property
National Park Village
8.2 out of 10, Very good, (1,000 reviews)
"We enjoyed our stay and would recommend to others."
Australia
Victoria
The price is AU$111
includes taxes & fees
29 Apr - 30 Apr
The Park Hotel Ruapehu

Two Rivers Boutique Lodge Ohakune

Two Rivers Boutique Lodge Ohakune
4.0 star property
Ohakune
10.0 out of 10, Exceptional, (14 reviews)
"Scott the host was extremely welcoming and showed us around the property. He made great suggestions for places to visit in the area and to dine out and left us with a detailed map. The room was very cosy and we enjoyed the hot tub. Everything was very clean and comfortable and we loved the sounds of the river next to the room. Would highly recommend. "
United States
Tracey
The price is AU$273
includes taxes & fees
29 Apr - 30 Apr
Two Rivers Boutique Lodge Ohakune

Judges Pool Motel

Judges Pool Motel
3.5 star property
Turangi
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (553 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 AU$152
includes taxes & fees
29 Apr - 30 Apr
Judges Pool Motel

Powderhorn Chateau

Powderhorn Chateau
4.5 star property
Ohakune
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (333 reviews)
"Clean room, great food, attentive staff. "
Canada
John
The price is AU$273
includes taxes & fees
26 May - 27 May
Powderhorn Chateau

Pipers Lodge

Pipers Lodge
3.0 star property
National Park Village
8.4 out of 10, Very good, (142 reviews)
"Staff good but rooms and facilities a bit dilapidated. breakfast appreciated "
Australia
Sarah
The price is AU$107
includes taxes & fees
29 Apr - 30 Apr
Pipers Lodge

Parklands Motorlodge

Parklands Motorlodge
3.5 star property
Turangi
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (409 reviews)
"Awesome beds... parking outside room Excellent 5*****"
Australia
Jo
The price is AU$116
includes taxes & fees
26 Apr - 27 Apr
Parklands Motorlodge

Rocky Mountain Chalets

Rocky Mountain Chalets
3.5 star property
Ohakune
9.8 out of 10, Exceptional, (108 reviews)
"Loved it - easy place to stay and great facilities. "
Australia
Susan
The price is AU$209
includes taxes & fees
30 Apr - 1 May
Rocky Mountain Chalets

Turangi Bridge Motel

Turangi Bridge Motel
3.5 star property
Turangi
8.4 out of 10, Very good, (585 reviews)
"A nice tidy and convenient place to stay. The restaurant meals are great and the staff are friendly. "
Australia
Shane
The price is AU$116
includes taxes & fees
29 Apr - 30 Apr
Turangi Bridge Motel

Tongariro Suites at The Rocks

Tongariro Suites at The Rocks
4.0 star property
Horopito
10.0 out of 10, Exceptional, (106 reviews)
"Beautiful place. With a fantastic view on the ruepahu. Great room, comfortable bed. Breakfast disappointing."
Netherlands
Beatrijs
The price is AU$437
includes taxes & fees
11 May - 12 May
Tongariro Suites at The Rocks

Snowman Lodge

Snowman Lodge
2.0 star property
Ohakune
8.0 out of 10, Very good, (97 reviews)
"Super easy to find, clean room, great food options around"
Australia
Nicole
The price is AU$71
includes taxes & fees
3 May - 4 May
Snowman Lodge

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 AU$102
includes taxes & fees
29 Apr - 30 Apr
The Hobbit Motorlodge
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Frequently asked questions

What's the best place to stay in Desert Road?
Located 11.1 mi (17.9 km) from the heart of Desert Road, Skotel Alpine Resort is a top choice for your stay, based on our traveller data. Two other choices for your visit to the area are The Park Hotel Ruapehu 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 413 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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