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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
$82 nightly
The price is $95
Jun 17 - Jun 18
Total with taxes and fees
Mountain Heights Lodge
Lounge

Skotel Alpine Resort

Skotel Alpine Resort
3.5 star property
Tongariro National Park
8.4 out of 10, Very Good, (841 reviews)
"Convenient location for mountain hiking."
United States
Terrence
$40 nightly
The price is $47
Jul 1 - Jul 2
Total with taxes and fees
Skotel Alpine Resort
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
$91 nightly
The price is $106
Jun 16 - Jun 17
Total with taxes and fees
Judges Pool Motel
Cafe

LKNZ Lodge & Cafe

LKNZ Lodge & Cafe
3.5 star property
Ohakune
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (90 reviews)
"Comfortable affordable family accommodation. Great for a family of 5"
Australia
Matt
$49 nightly
The price is $57
Jun 24 - Jun 25
Total with taxes and fees
LKNZ Lodge & Cafe
Outdoor dining

The Crossing Lodge and Backpackers

The Crossing Lodge and Backpackers
2.0 star property
Erua
8.0 out of 10, Very Good, (48 reviews)
"The best place for rest pre and post tongariro hiking!"
Australia
Maria Sol
$32 nightly
The price is $37
Jun 16 - Jun 17
Total with taxes and fees
The Crossing Lodge and Backpackers
Reception

The Park Hotel Ruapehu

The Park Hotel Ruapehu
3.0 star property
National Park Village
8.2 out of 10, Very Good, (1,005 reviews)
"Good location and value for money stay. Staff were very helpful and on-site carpark is handy."
Australia
Victor
$66 nightly
The price is $77
Jun 18 - Jun 19
Total with taxes and fees
The Park Hotel Ruapehu
Tongariro Suite | Terrace/patio

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
$230 nightly
The price is $267
Jun 17 - Jun 18
Total with taxes and fees
Tongariro Suites at The Rocks
Front of property

Adventure Lodge & Motel

Adventure Lodge & Motel
3.5 star property
National Park Village
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (301 reviews)
"Wonderful stay. Just what we wanted for our family stay. "
Canada
Martin
$54 nightly
The price is $62
Jun 16 - Jun 17
Total with taxes and fees
Adventure Lodge & Motel
Deluxe Villa, 4 Bedrooms | Desk, iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets

Tongariro Lodge

Tongariro Lodge
4.0 star property
Turangi
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (362 reviews)
"Lovely decorated fishing lodge on the Lake. Wish we had more time there here."
United States
Melissa
$121 nightly
The price is $139
Jun 29 - Jun 30
Total with taxes and fees
Tongariro Lodge
Interior entrance

Powderhorn Chateau

Powderhorn Chateau
4.5 star property
Ohakune
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (334 reviews)
"Clean room, great food, attentive staff. "
Canada
John
$162 nightly
The price is $188
Jun 17 - Jun 18
Total with taxes and fees
Powderhorn Chateau
Seasonal outdoor pool

Turangi Leisure Lodge

Turangi Leisure Lodge
2.5 star property
Turangi
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (565 reviews)
"great spott"
Australia
Alex
$58 nightly
The price is $68
Jun 28 - Jun 29
Total with taxes and fees
Turangi Leisure Lodge
Family Apartment, 2 Bedrooms, Non Smoking, Lake View | Living area

Pukawa Villas (Formerly Oreti Village Resort)

Pukawa Villas (Formerly Oreti Village Resort)
4.0 star property
Pukawa
9.8 out of 10, Exceptional, (9 reviews)
"Beautiful, peaceful setting in comfortable accommodation overlooking the lake. On premises restuarant was also very good although menu was a bit limited."
Australia
Brad
$134 nightly
The price is $155
Jul 16 - Jul 17
Total with taxes and fees
Pukawa Villas (Formerly Oreti Village Resort)
Comfort Studio, 1 Bedroom, Garden View | Individually decorated, free WiFi

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
$74 nightly
The price is $85
Jun 28 - Jun 29
Total with taxes and fees
Plateau Lodge
View from room

River Birches

River Birches
5.0 star property
Turangi
10.0 out of 10, Exceptional, (27 reviews)
"Excellent choice for anglers or ramblers. Nice accommodation, hot tub soaking and sitting by a fire at night were great. Hosts are very knowledgeable about the area and make an enjoyable stay."
United States
Timothy
$564 nightly
The price is $655
Jul 10 - Jul 11
Total with taxes and fees
River Birches
Premium Suite, 1 Bedroom, Garden Area | Premium bedding, individually decorated, laptop workspace

Tongariro Crossing Lodge

Tongariro Crossing Lodge
4.5 star property
National Park Village
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (200 reviews)
"Older charming property with antique furnishes, just an 8 minute walk to a hotel restaurant. Very nice quiet property I would definitely stay here again."
United States
Terrence
$104 nightly
The price is $121
Jun 19 - Jun 20
Total with taxes and fees
Tongariro Crossing Lodge
Interior

Turangi Bridge Motel

Turangi Bridge Motel
3.5 star property
Turangi
8.4 out of 10, Very Good, (593 reviews)
"Ok spa not available. Restaurant good"
Australia
john
$66 nightly
The price is $78
Jun 29 - Jun 30
Total with taxes and fees
Turangi Bridge Motel
Lobby lounge

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
$58 nightly
The price is $67
Jun 16 - Jun 17
Total with taxes and fees
Pipers Lodge
Exterior

Snowman Lodge

Snowman Lodge
2.0 star property
Ohakune
8.0 out of 10, Very Good, (98 reviews)
"Super easy to find, clean room, great food options around"
Australia
Nicole
$44 nightly
The price is $50
Jun 17 - Jun 18
Total with taxes and fees
Snowman Lodge
Dinner served

Parklands Motorlodge

Parklands Motorlodge
3.5 star property
Turangi
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (412 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
$67 nightly
The price is $78
Jun 29 - Jun 30
Total with taxes and fees
Parklands Motorlodge
Exterior

The Turoa Lodge Ohakune

The Turoa Lodge Ohakune
2.0 star property
Ohakune
5.8 out of 10, (6 reviews)
"Very good , tidy , quiet and very comfy bed , will be back again"
New Zealand
Wilton
$69 nightly
The price is $81
Jun 16 - Jun 17
Total with taxes and fees
The Turoa Lodge Ohakune
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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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Top Desert Road Hotel Reviews

Plateau Lodge

Plateau Lodge

10/10 Excellent
"My lodging was a pop up little cabin that had interesting design features that made for a comfortable and convenient stay. Accessed through a little semi covered atrium or vestible that had a table with chairs, bathtub, sofa what was sealed from rain by the roof and from lateral wind directed rain by an open mesh awning that could be shut but not locked leading to the cabin itself which had a larger than expected room with heater, air on, mini fridge, bathroom with shower, and fully blacked out curtains. I had never seen this type of design before. I really enjoyed it as it was well thought out, placing a premium on being able to enjoy the outdoors ie the vestible as the walls (open mesh tarp) are relatively open to the outdoors permitting draughts of cool, fresh air yet as the roof that covers the cabin extends over the vestible provides protection from the elements in bad weather. Would definitely stay again."
Alan 1-night trip
Posted 11 hours ago
Plateau Lodge

More cheap stays in Desert Road

The Crossing Lodge and Backpackers

The Crossing Lodge and Backpackers

9 Erua Rd Erua Manawatu-Wanganui
$32 nightly
The price is $37 total per night from Jun 16 to Jun 17
$37 total
Jun 16 - Jun 17
Total with taxes and fees
8/10 Very Good! (48 reviews)

Frequently asked questions

What is the best area to stay in Desert Road?
The best area to stay near Desert Road is in the towns of Taupō or Turangi, as Desert Road itself is a stretch of highway with no accommodations.

Taupō, located north of Desert Road on the shores of Lake Taupō, is the larger of the two towns and offers a wider range of amenities. The town center along Tongariro Street and Roberts Street provides direct access to the lakefront, numerous dining options, and shops. It's a convenient base for exploring the central North Island.

Couples looking for a blend of activity and relaxation often find Taupō appealing. You can enjoy lake cruises, explore the Huka Falls, or visit the geothermal parks nearby. Many accommodations offer lake views and amenities like spas.

Turangi, situated south of Desert Road and closer to the Tongariro National Park, is a smaller, quieter town known as the "Trout Fishing Capital of the World." Its main street, Taui Street, has local shops and eateries. Turangi offers direct access to the southern end of Lake Taupō and the Tongariro River.

For travelers prioritizing outdoor adventures, particularly hiking or fishing, Turangi is an excellent choice.
Can I cancel my hotel reservation on Expedia?
You can cancel your hotel reservation on Expedia, though it depends on the cancellation policy of your booking. Most bookings are refundable if canceled within 24-48 hours of the scheduled arrival. Be sure to check your booking confirmation for the exact cancellation policy. If free cancellation is available, you can cancel directly through your Expedia account by logging in, going to "My Trips", and selecting your reservation. To find flexible deals, filter your search by "Fully refundable property" for hotels in Desert Road.
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