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Tongariro Suites at The Rocks

Tongariro Suites at The Rocks
4.0 star property
Horopito
10.0 out of 10, Exceptional, (105 reviews)
"Beautiful place. With a fantastic view on the ruepahu. Great room, comfortable bed. Breakfast disappointing."
Netherlands
Beatrijs
$414 nightly
The price is $479
Mar 18 - Mar 19
Total with taxes and fees
Tongariro Suites at The Rocks

Skotel Alpine Resort

Skotel Alpine Resort
3.5 star property
Tongariro National Park
8.4 out of 10, Very Good, (827 reviews)
"Nice hotel"
United States
Giuliana
$55 nightly
The price is $63
Mar 15 - Mar 16
Total with taxes and fees
Skotel Alpine Resort

Motuoapa Bay Chalets

Motuoapa Bay Chalets
3.5 star property
Motuoapa
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (91 reviews)
"Nice cabin, very clean. "
Australia
Danielle
$81 nightly
The price is $94
Mar 30 - Mar 31
Total with taxes and fees
Motuoapa Bay Chalets

The Peaks Motor Inn

The Peaks Motor Inn
4.0 star property
Ohakune
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (271 reviews)
"Friendly staff, room well equipped. Comfortable bed and quiet room."
United Kingdom
John
$90 nightly
The price is $105
Mar 15 - Mar 16
Total with taxes and fees
The Peaks Motor Inn

Powderhorn Chateau

Powderhorn Chateau
4.5 star property
Ohakune
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (329 reviews)
"Clean room, great food, attentive staff. "
Canada
John
$165 nightly
The price is $192
Mar 22 - Mar 23
Total with taxes and fees
Powderhorn Chateau

Alpine Motel

Alpine Motel
2.0 star property
Ohakune
7.8 out of 10, Good, (104 reviews)
"Nice place to stay. "
Australia
Peter
$97 nightly
The price is $111
Mar 17 - Mar 18
Total with taxes and fees
Alpine Motel

Ruapehu Mountain Motel & Lodge

Ruapehu Mountain Motel & Lodge
3.0 star property
Ohakune
8.2 out of 10, Very Good, (316 reviews)
"Wonderful stay"
United States
ashley
$74 nightly
The price is $86
Mar 28 - Mar 29
Total with taxes and fees
Ruapehu Mountain Motel & Lodge

River Birches

River Birches
5.0 star property
Turangi
10.0 out of 10, Exceptional, (25 reviews)
"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
$636 nightly
The price is $736
Mar 28 - Mar 29
Total with taxes and fees
River Birches

Tongariro Lodge

Tongariro Lodge
4.0 star property
Turangi
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (353 reviews)
"What wonderful accommodations on beautiful grounds right by Lake Taupo! Was getting nervous on our road trip that there was nothing out here, but Tongariro Lodge exceeded any expectations. We stayed in a very comfortable villa, did a load of laundry, and enjoyed a delicious breakfast. Would highly recommend!"
United States
Paula
$130 nightly
The price is $151
Apr 13 - Apr 14
Total with taxes and fees
Tongariro Lodge

Plateau Lodge

Plateau Lodge
3.0 star property
National Park Village
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (349 reviews)
"Great place!! Rent Mt Bikes across the street! Soak in the outdoor tub in the morning!!"
United States
Ryan
$67 nightly
The price is $77
Apr 1 - Apr 2
Total with taxes and fees
Plateau Lodge

Judges Pool Motel

Judges Pool Motel
3.5 star property
Turangi
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (552 reviews)
"Despite looking a little tired, a great place stay. Convenient and walkable to downtown Turangi. Warm welcome, comfortable room. Friendly staff."
Canada
Alexander
$91 nightly
The price is $106
Mar 30 - Mar 31
Total with taxes and fees
Judges Pool Motel

LKNZ Lodge & Cafe

LKNZ Lodge & Cafe
3.5 star property
Ohakune
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (81 reviews)
"Great value for money, the Barracks suite was great, shower was ready and towels were available, the noise from the road was not too loud either."
Australia
Brent
$45 nightly
The price is $52
Mar 15 - Mar 16
Total with taxes and fees
LKNZ Lodge & Cafe

Rocky Mountain Chalets

Rocky Mountain Chalets
3.5 star property
Ohakune
9.8 out of 10, Exceptional, (98 reviews)
"Loved it - easy place to stay and great facilities. "
Australia
Susan
$121 nightly
The price is $141
Apr 14 - Apr 15
Total with taxes and fees
Rocky Mountain Chalets

The Hobbit Motorlodge

The Hobbit Motorlodge
3.5 star property
Ohakune
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (208 reviews)
"Very spacious with a good view and friendly staff."
Canada
Jason
$63 nightly
The price is $73
Mar 20 - Mar 21
Total with taxes and fees
The Hobbit Motorlodge

Snowman Lodge

Snowman Lodge
2.0 star property
Ohakune
8.0 out of 10, Very Good, (94 reviews)
"Super easy to find, clean room, great food options around"
Australia
Nicole
$46 nightly
The price is $54
Mar 15 - Mar 16
Total with taxes and fees
Snowman Lodge

Two Rivers Boutique Lodge Ohakune

Two Rivers Boutique Lodge Ohakune
4.0 star property
Ohakune
10.0 out of 10, Exceptional, (12 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
Two Rivers Boutique Lodge Ohakune

The Turoa Lodge Ohakune

The Turoa Lodge Ohakune
2.0 star property
Ohakune
5.8 out of 10, (6 reviews)
"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
$75 nightly
The price is $87
Mar 15 - Mar 16
Total with taxes and fees
The Turoa Lodge Ohakune

Adventure Lodge & Motel

Adventure Lodge & Motel
3.5 star property
National Park Village
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (292 reviews)
"Excellent location for starting the Alpine Crossing hike. Excellent staff and very good breakfast before beginning the hike. "
Canada
Ronald
$45 nightly
The price is $52
Mar 30 - Mar 31
Total with taxes and fees
Adventure Lodge & Motel

Snowhaven

Snowhaven
3.0 star property
Ohakune
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (302 reviews)
"Clean room, easy check-in and checkout"
Australia
Victoria
$74 nightly
The price is $87
Mar 29 - Mar 30
Total with taxes and fees
Snowhaven

Tongariro Crossing Lodge

Tongariro Crossing Lodge
4.5 star property
National Park Village
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (195 reviews)
"Excellent place, spotless. Helpful staff, great location "
United Kingdom
Muhammad
$147 nightly
The price is $171
Mar 21 - Mar 22
Total with taxes and fees
Tongariro Crossing Lodge
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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.
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