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Top 10 trending Desert Road hotels

Waiouru Welcome Inn
Exterior

Waiouru Welcome Inn

3.0 star property
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (110)
"Convenient, clean, heated,comfy bed, quiet, catered for all needs. "
Waiouru Welcome Inn
Rocky Mountain Chalets
Private spa tub

Rocky Mountain Chalets

3.5 star property
9.8 out of 10, Exceptional, (71)
"Always enjoy coming here. Cosy, warm chalets."
The price is €151
includes taxes & fees
26 Jun - 27 Jun
Rocky Mountain Chalets
Snowhaven
Front of property – evening/night

Snowhaven

3.0 star property
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (285)
"Nice place to stay. "
Snowhaven
Snowman Lodge
View from property

Snowman Lodge

2.0 star property
8.0 out of 10, Very good, (81)
"Nice place with good location"
Snowman Lodge
Alpine Motel
Family Apartment | Living area

Alpine Motel

2.0 star property
7.8 out of 10, Good, (103)
"Easy place to stay and ski great water pressure for hot showers , right in town "
The price is €108
includes taxes & fees
26 Jun - 27 Jun
Alpine Motel
LKNZ Lodge & Cafe
Living area

LKNZ Lodge & Cafe

3.5 star property
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (56)
"Lovely location in this village, close to shops & atractions."
The price is €64
includes taxes & fees
29 Jun - 30 Jun
LKNZ Lodge & Cafe
Two Rivers Boutique Lodge Ohakune
Superior Studio, Mountain View | Terrace/patio

Two Rivers Boutique Lodge Ohakune

4.0 star property
10.0 out of 10, Exceptional, (6)
"Our hosts were very kind and attentive. The room was newly renovated and impeccably clean. Breakfast was solid. Overall, our stay was very pleasant and I highly recommend Two Rivers Okahune. "
Two Rivers Boutique Lodge Ohakune
Ossies Motels and Chalets
Two Bedroom Chalet | Terrace/patio

Ossies Motels and Chalets

3.0 star property
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (144)
"It was a charming little spot a little outdated but very much worth the money"
The price is €93
includes taxes & fees
9 Jul - 10 Jul
Ossies Motels and Chalets
The Hobbit Motorlodge
Private kitchen

The Hobbit Motorlodge

3.5 star property
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (197)
"Very good for families"
The price is €67
includes taxes & fees
26 Jun - 27 Jun
The Hobbit Motorlodge
Ohakune Court Motel
Balcony

Ohakune Court Motel

3.0 star property
8.4 out of 10, Very good, (211)
"Clean and tidy, friendly staff great water pressure in the shower would stay again "
The price is €83
includes taxes & fees
30 Jun - 1 Jul
Ohakune Court Motel
The Peaks Motor Inn
Interior entrance

The Peaks Motor Inn

4.0 star property
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (239)
"Great location, good value, clean and warm. My only issue was the beds are very soft, not a big deal for one night"
The price is €92
includes taxes & fees
26 Jun - 27 Jun
The Peaks Motor Inn
Ruapehu Mountain Motel & Lodge
Studio (Loft) | Private kitchen

Ruapehu Mountain Motel & Lodge

3.0 star property
8.2 out of 10, Very good, (304)
"An awesome stay.Highly recommend. "
Ruapehu Mountain Motel & Lodge
Kings Ohakune
American cuisine

Kings Ohakune

3.5 star property
7.6 out of 10, Good, (68)
"Great base for the Old Coach Road ride and the Tongariro Crossing. Excellent service. Friendly staff and helpful owner. Thoroughly recommended. "
The price is €103
includes taxes & fees
24 Jul - 25 Jul
Kings Ohakune
Powderhorn Chateau
2 restaurants, lunch served

Powderhorn Chateau

4.5 star property
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (307)
"Great place and fantastic hot pool"
The price is €173
includes taxes & fees
26 Jun - 27 Jun
Powderhorn Chateau
The Crossing Lodge and Backpackers
Outdoor dining

The Crossing Lodge and Backpackers

2.0 star property
8.2 out of 10, Very good, (10)
"Excellent for what we needed and ok price."
The price is €35
includes taxes & fees
27 Jun - 28 Jun
The Crossing Lodge and Backpackers
Mountain Heights Lodge
Exterior

Mountain Heights Lodge

3.0 star property
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (155)
"The property was in a great location for what we intended to do. Room and breakfast was fantastic. The staff were really lovely and made some nice recommendations for things to do in the area."
The price is €103
includes taxes & fees
13 Jul - 14 Jul
Mountain Heights Lodge
Skotel Alpine Resort
Restaurant

Skotel Alpine Resort

3.5 star property
8.4 out of 10, Very good, (768)
"Good hospitality Great atmosphere Bar and restaurant was pretty good. Overall loved the place and will recommend people going to whakapapa village."
Skotel Alpine Resort
Pipers Lodge
Outdoor spa tub

Pipers Lodge

3.0 star property
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (133)
"Good quiet place Food & drinks great & not expensive"
Pipers Lodge
The Park Hotel Ruapehu
Restaurant

The Park Hotel Ruapehu

3.0 star property
8.2 out of 10, Very good, (1002)
"Really good place to stay"
The Park Hotel Ruapehu
Tongariro Crossing Lodge
Waimarino Two-Bedroom Suite | Terrace/patio

Tongariro Crossing Lodge

4.5 star property
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (168)
"Great hospitality, and thoughtful service."
Tongariro Crossing Lodge
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Explore attractions like Tongariro National Park and Tree Trunk Gorge as you discover things to see and do in Desert Road.

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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?

Tongariro Manuka House, National Park, Mt Ruapehu.: This holiday home rental outside of Desert Road offers a fireplace, a selection of games and air conditioning to help you feel perfectly comfortable in your new surroundings. It has 4 bedrooms, as well as a kitchen with a dishwasher, a fridge and a stovetop, so that you can cook with friends or family. 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 are some hotels with pools in Desert Road?

Chateau Tongariro Hotel: 4-star hotel located near Tongariro National Park. Features 2 restaurants, an indoor pool and a sauna. Another option with an on-site pool is Powderhorn Chateau.

What's it like staying in Desert Road?

Visitors to Desert Road will definitely find plenty to explore and enjoy. There are 438 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.