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A cozy room with a leather sofa, patterned armchairs, and a glass coffee table. A large window offers a view of a mountain.
A bedroom with a large bed, a TV, and a view of the landscape.
A hot tub in a wooden cabin with large windows offering a view of the surrounding landscape.
A terrace with wooden furniture and a view of a mountain at sunset.

1. Skotel Alpine Resort

Skotel Alpine Resort
Tongariro National Park
Australia
Elizabeth
$49 nightly
$57 total
Nov 2 - Nov 3
Total with taxes and fees
Skotel Alpine Resort
A covered pavilion with a stone base, surrounded by a snow-covered garden with rocks and various plants.
A rooftop pool area with two hot tubs, surrounded by a wooden fence and various tropical plants.
A hotel with red roofs, a covered outdoor area, and a view of a mountain range.
A cozy bar setting with a wood-burning stove, wooden furniture, and a sign reading "SPIRAL BAR".

2. The Park Hotel Ruapehu

The Park Hotel Ruapehu
National Park Village
Australia
Max
$81 nightly
$95 total
Nov 14 - Nov 15
Total with taxes and fees
The Park Hotel Ruapehu
A swimming pool with lounge chairs and a fenced deck area, surrounded by buildings with a simple architectural style.
A compact kitchen with a sink, stove, and refrigerator, featuring a fire action notice on the wall.
A hotel room with a large bed, a wooden headboard, a red leather sofa, a wooden coffee table, and a dining area with a table and chairs.
A compact kitchen with modern appliances, a dining area with wooden chairs, and a television in the living space.

3. Turangi Leisure Lodge

Turangi Leisure Lodge
Turangi
Australia
Arun
$67 nightly
$78 total
Oct 27 - Oct 28
Total with taxes and fees
Turangi Leisure Lodge
A wooden lodge with a balcony, a covered patio, and a sign reading "Mountain Heights Lodge".
A wooden cabin with a hot tub, wooden walls, and a view of a grassy field through windows.
A two-story wooden lodge with a balcony, a gravel driveway, and a clear sky.
A sculpture of a tree in a landscaped area with a building in the background.

4. Mountain Heights Lodge

Mountain Heights Lodge
National Park Village
Canada
JEAN RAYMOND
$90 nightly
$103 total
Oct 27 - Oct 28
Total with taxes and fees
Mountain Heights Lodge
A room with a fireplace, leather chairs, wooden flooring, and large windows with blinds.
A dining area with a stone fireplace, wooden walls, and large windows.
A bedroom with a large bed, wooden ceiling, a window with curtains, a bedside table, and a nightstand.
A cozy interior with a stone fireplace, wooden beams, and a dining area with chairs.

5. Tongariro Lodge

Tongariro Lodge
Turangi
Australia
ian
$124 nightly
$144 total
Nov 7 - Nov 8
Total with taxes and fees
Tongariro Lodge
A row of wooden decked cabins with outdoor seating, large windows, and a view of the surrounding greenery.
A building labeled "OFFICE" with a paved entrance, potted plants, and a bench.
A reception area with a wooden desk, a fish wall, and various informational posters.
A hotel room with a red bed, a black leather sofa, a small round table, a TV mounted on the wall, and a kitchenette area.

6. Judges Pool Motel

Judges Pool Motel
Turangi
Australia
Nicola
$82 nightly
$95 total
Oct 27 - Oct 28
Total with taxes and fees
Judges Pool Motel
An outdoor dining area with tables and chairs, umbrellas, and a view of parked cars and greenery.
A wooden cabin-style room with a bed, two bedside tables, a desk, and a chair.
A hotel room with a bed, a dining table, and a kitchenette.
A resort with a swimming pool, red buildings, and surrounding greenery.

7. Parklands Motorlodge

Parklands Motorlodge
Turangi
Australia
Rod
$67 nightly
$78 total
Oct 27 - Oct 28
Total with taxes and fees
Parklands Motorlodge
A cozy lounge area with a stone fireplace, leather seating, and a mounted deer head above the mantel.
A row of white cabins with balconies, surrounded by well-maintained gardens and a clear blue sky.
A bar area with wooden stools, a stone fireplace, and a mounted animal head.
A house with a covered porch and a well-maintained lawn.

8. Turangi Bridge Motel

Turangi Bridge Motel
Turangi
United States
Montana
$74 nightly
$86 total
Nov 11 - Nov 12
Total with taxes and fees
Turangi Bridge Motel
A building with a wooden exterior, a covered entrance with a door, two chairs, a table, and a small potted plant.
A white SUV parked at an electric vehicle charging station.
A two-story building with a gravel driveway, a parked car, and a mountain backdrop.
A modern kitchen with a stainless steel refrigerator, a built-in oven, a dishwasher, and a red accent wall.

9. The Crossing Lodge

The Crossing Lodge
Erua
Australia
Sahil
$25 nightly
$29 total
Oct 29 - Oct 30
Total with taxes and fees
The Crossing Lodge
A wooden staircase leading to a door with "Powderhorn Chateau" carved above it.
A dining table set with various dishes, a candle, and a glass of red wine.
A cozy interior with a bar area, leather seating, and a fireplace.
A stone-walled indoor pool with a tiled floor, wooden benches, and a stone wall with a window.

10. Powderhorn Chateau

Powderhorn Chateau
Ohakune
Australia
Hayley
$161 nightly
$187 total
Oct 31 - Nov 1
Total with taxes and fees
Powderhorn Chateau
A spacious living area with a high ceiling, exposed wooden beams, a sofa set, armchairs, a coffee table, and a view of the outdoors.
A modern bedroom with a large bed, a wooden accent wall, a window with curtains, and a painting on the wall.
An outdoor deck with wooden benches and tables, surrounded by glass doors and windows, with a view of the sky and trees.
A blue building with a sign reading "Manowhenua Lodge" and an "Office" sign.

11. Manowhenua Lodge - Hostel

Manowhenua Lodge - Hostel
National Park Village
Canada
Cameron
$67 nightly
$78 total
Nov 3 - Nov 4
Total with taxes and fees
Manowhenua Lodge - Hostel
A modern outdoor seating area with a wooden deck, a white planter with a fern, and a glass door leading to a room.
A restaurant with large windows overlooking a snowy mountain landscape.
A room with a glass door leading to a balcony with a sofa and cushions.
A sign for Plateau Lodge with a stone border and a wooden signboard.

12. Plateau Lodge

Plateau Lodge
National Park Village
Australia
David
$88 nightly
$102 total
Nov 9 - Nov 10
Total with taxes and fees
Plateau Lodge
A hotel named "The Peaks Motor Inn" with a sign listing amenities like studio and family units, spa pools, sauna & gym, wireless internet, and a conference room.
A wooden deck with two hot tubs and a house in the background.
A landscaped area with a sign for The Peaks Motor Inn in Ohakune.
A hotel room with two beds, a desk, a chair, a television, and a kitchenette.

13. The Peaks Motor Inn

The Peaks Motor Inn
Ohakune
Australia
Hayley
$87 nightly
$101 total
Oct 27 - Oct 28
Total with taxes and fees
The Peaks Motor Inn
A building with a flat roof, a front entrance, and a signboard.
A kitchen with blue cabinets, a central island, and a clock on the wall.
A kitchen with a central island, a refrigerator, and a sink.
A spacious living area with a high wooden ceiling, blue sofas, a wooden coffee table, and a mounted deer head.

14. Tongariro River Retreat - Hostel

Tongariro River Retreat - Hostel
Turangi
Australia
Tania
$33 nightly
$38 total
Nov 26 - Nov 27
Total with taxes and fees
Tongariro River Retreat - Hostel
A modern wooden building with large sliding glass doors, a covered patio area, and a wooden deck.
A two-story house with a porch, surrounded by lush greenery and flowering plants.
A snow-covered porch with a wooden railing and potted plants.
A modern kitchen with a built-in oven, microwave, and gas stove.

15. Tongariro Crossing Lodge

Tongariro Crossing Lodge
National Park Village
United States
Cole
$132 nightly
$153 total
Nov 15 - Nov 16
Total with taxes and fees
Tongariro Crossing Lodge
An outdoor seating area with a table and chairs, a sofa with cushions, and a view of the street.
A living room with a sofa, a coffee table, and a dining area with chairs and a table. There is a kitchen in the background with cabinets and a window.
A hallway with a wooden floor, a white wardrobe, a white shelf unit, and a potted plant.
A cafe with a chalkboard menu listing hot drinks and smoothies, a counter with a variety of beverages, and a seating area with tables and chairs.

16. LKNZ Lodge & Cafe

LKNZ Lodge & Cafe
Ohakune
Australia
Peter
$46 nightly
$53 total
Oct 27 - Oct 28
Total with taxes and fees
LKNZ Lodge & Cafe
A dining area with a wooden table and wicker chairs, a balcony with a view of the sea, and a leather sofa.
A room with two beds, a window, a lamp, and a wall art piece.
A modern living room with a black leather sofa, wooden coffee table, and a large sliding glass door leading to a balcony.
A spacious living area with a wooden dining table and chairs, a sofa, and a coffee table with a vase. There are large windows providing natural light and views of the outdoors.

17. Pukawa Villas (Formerly Oreti Village Resort)

Pukawa Villas (Formerly Oreti Village Resort)
Pukawa
United States
Pedro
$117 nightly
$136 total
Nov 10 - Nov 11
Total with taxes and fees
Pukawa Villas (Formerly Oreti Village Resort)
A snow-covered residential street with houses, a car, and a driveway.
A compact living space with a kitchenette, a dining area, and a seating area with a sofa and chairs.
A wooden sign with multiple text elements advertising a motor lodge, luxury, and wireless internet availability.
A room with two beds, a small kitchenette, and a dining area.

18. The Hobbit Motorlodge

The Hobbit Motorlodge
Ohakune
Australia
Abinesh
$48 nightly
$55 total
Nov 9 - Nov 10
Total with taxes and fees
The Hobbit Motorlodge
A multi-story building with a red roof, balconies, and a sign indicating it is an Alpine Chalet.
A building with a red roof and a porch area with red chairs.
A view from a window of a mountain landscape with a clear sky.
A hallway with a wooden floor, a trash bin, a desk, a refrigerator, and a door leading outside.

19. Alpine Chalets

Alpine Chalets
National Park Village
Australia
Brayden
$128 nightly
$149 total
Oct 27 - Oct 28
Total with taxes and fees
Alpine Chalets
A bar setting with a glass of iced drink garnished with a lime slice, a bottle pouring into the glass, and a tray with multiple glasses.
A cozy, wood-paneled lounge area with a sectional sofa, small tables, and a vending machine.
A lodge with a staircase leading to a balcony, surrounded by snow-covered trees and parked cars.
A hot tub with a blue light.

20. Pipers Lodge

Pipers Lodge
National Park Village
Australia
Jennifer
$60 nightly
$69 total
Nov 9 - Nov 10
Total with taxes and fees
Pipers Lodge
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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

Mountain Heights Lodge

Mountain Heights Lodge

10/10 Excellent
"Excellent family run business. Nice and helpful folks."
Srikant 1-night trip
Posted 8 hours ago
Mountain Heights Lodge
Snowhaven

Snowhaven

10/10 Excellent
"Very things was perfect. perfect mountain view location."
Weiling 1-night trip
Posted 4 days ago
Snowhaven
The Park Hotel Ruapehu

The Park Hotel Ruapehu

8/10 Good
"Wait Staff member in Restaurant taking our breakfast order was outstanding .. great service ethic. Room basic and small especially bathroom but covered what we needed"
Tim 1-night trip
Posted 5 days ago
The Park Hotel Ruapehu
Judges Pool Motel

Judges Pool Motel

10/10 Excellent
"Very friendly staff. Nice stop after a long drive"
Martin 1-night trip
Posted 8 days ago
Judges Pool Motel
Tongariro Lodge

Tongariro Lodge

10/10 Excellent
"This is a great place to stay and the setting I’d idyllic with the chalets among the trees. The restaurant meals we had were superb albeit a bit pricey. But it was worth it. Our hostess was charming and very friendly. We have stayed there now twice and next time we are passing thru Tūrangi we will certainly stay again."
Linda 1-night trip
Posted 9 days ago
Tongariro Lodge
Skotel Alpine Resort

Skotel Alpine Resort

10/10 Excellent
"We love it here."
Tracey 1-night trip
Posted 11 days ago
Skotel Alpine Resort
LKNZ Lodge & Cafe

LKNZ Lodge & Cafe

8/10 Good
"Great place if need a large accommodation for 7 people. Close to the centre of town."
Anita 3-night trip
Posted 2 weeks ago
LKNZ Lodge & Cafe
The Peaks Motor Inn

The Peaks Motor Inn

8/10 Good
"good location and easy late check in"
Luke 1-night trip
Posted 3 weeks ago
The Peaks Motor Inn

More cheap stays in Desert Road

The Crossing Lodge

The Crossing Lodge

9 Erua Rd Erua Manawatu-Wanganui
$25 nightly
$29 total
Oct 29 - Oct 30
Total with taxes and fees
The Crossing Lodge
Manowhenua Lodge - Hostel

Manowhenua Lodge - Hostel

35 Mackenzie St National Park Village Manawatu-Wanganui
$67 nightly
$78 total
Nov 3 - Nov 4
Total with taxes and fees
9.4/10 Exceptional! (92 reviews)
Manowhenua Lodge - Hostel
Turangi Leisure Lodge

Turangi Leisure Lodge

Ngawaka Place Turangi
$67 nightly
$78 total
Oct 27 - Oct 28
Total with taxes and fees
Turangi Leisure Lodge
The Turoa Lodge Ohakune

The Turoa Lodge Ohakune

The Turoa Lodge Ohakune Ohakune
$69 nightly
$80 total
Nov 3 - Nov 4
Total with taxes and fees
7.2/10 Good! (15 reviews)
The Turoa Lodge Ohakune
Snowman Lodge

Snowman Lodge

68 Clyde St Ohakune Manawatu-Wanganui
$71 nightly
$82 total
Nov 23 - Nov 24
Total with taxes and fees
Snowman Lodge
Alpine Motel

Alpine Motel

7 Miro Street Ohakune
$98 nightly
$113 total
Oct 27 - Oct 28
Total with taxes and fees
7.8/10 Good! (104 reviews)
Alpine Motel

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.
How much is the nightly rate at a Desert Road hotel?
Prices for hotels in Desert Road often vary, but you can find a great deal from $29 on Expedia. All sorts of factors affect price, such as the time of year or the days of the week you choose for your stay. Find the best deals by being flexible with your dates, and sort search results by "Price: low to high" for the cheapest rate.

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