Title: Top 10 Hotels in Desert Road from $39 - Competitive Prices | Expedia.com

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## Go beyond your typical stay in Desert Road

Pool

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Great for families

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Pet-friendly

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Hot tub

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Spa

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Cottages

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Chalet

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## Our top choices for Desert Road hotels

![Tongariro Suite | Terrace/patio](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/10000000/9680000/9679500/9679404/143d80d5.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium)

![Terrace/patio](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/10000000/9680000/9679500/9679404/71e3a500.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium)

![Turoa Suite | Terrace/patio](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/10000000/9680000/9679500/9679404/44a98adb.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium)

![Tongariro Suite | View from room](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/10000000/9680000/9679500/9679404/a60cda51.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium)

### Tongariro Suites at The Rocks

[](https://www.expedia.com/Horopito-Hotels-Tongariro-Suites-At-The-Rocks.h9679404.Hotel-Information)

Horopito

10/10

Exceptional

(105 reviews)

"Beautiful place. With a fantastic view on the ruepahu. Great room, comfortable bed. Breakfast disappointing."

![Netherlands](https://a.travel-assets.com/egds/marks/flags/nl.svg)

Beatrijs

$442 nightly

$508 total

Mar 3 - Mar 4

Total with taxes and fees

[](https://www.expedia.com/Horopito-Hotels-Tongariro-Suites-At-The-Rocks.h9679404.Hotel-Information)

![Lounge](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/1000000/992600/992507/e167d9c2.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium)

![Front of property](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/1000000/992600/992507/380a4113.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium)

![Ngauruhoe Room | Individually decorated, individually furnished, free WiFi, bed sheets](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/1000000/992600/992507/d865fb15.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium)

![Restaurant](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/1000000/992600/992507/90845f43.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium)

### Skotel Alpine Resort

[](https://www.expedia.com/Tongariro-National-Park-Hotels-Skotel-Alpine-Resort.h992507.Hotel-Information)

Tongariro National Park

8.4/10

Very Good

(823 reviews)

"staff was very helpful and the food was very good "

![Canada](https://a.travel-assets.com/egds/marks/flags/ca.svg)

michel

$51 nightly

$58 total

Mar 16 - Mar 17

Total with taxes and fees

[](https://www.expedia.com/Tongariro-National-Park-Hotels-Skotel-Alpine-Resort.h992507.Hotel-Information)

![Exterior](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/83000000/82800000/82797600/82797522/d42240a8.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium)

![Cottage, 5 Bedrooms, Kitchen, Garden Area | Private kitchen | Microwave, toaster, cookware/dishes/utensils, cleaning supplies](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/83000000/82800000/82797600/82797522/9e2772b6.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium)

![Cottage, 5 Bedrooms, Kitchen, Garden Area | Private kitchen | Microwave, toaster, cookware/dishes/utensils, cleaning supplies](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/83000000/82800000/82797600/82797522/7cd8a0b3.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium)

![Marina](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/83000000/82800000/82797600/82797522/019f9de7.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium)

### Motuoapa Bay Chalets

[](https://www.expedia.com/Motuoapa-Hotels-Motuoapa-Bay-Chalets.h82797522.Hotel-Information)

Motuoapa

9.0/10

Wonderful

(89 reviews)

"Nice cabin, very clean. "

![Australia](https://a.travel-assets.com/egds/marks/flags/au.svg)

Danielle

$88 nightly

$102 total

Mar 9 - Mar 10

Total with taxes and fees

[](https://www.expedia.com/Motuoapa-Hotels-Motuoapa-Bay-Chalets.h82797522.Hotel-Information)

![Interior entrance](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/8000000/7750000/7742900/7742816/ba0a149f.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium)

![1 bedroom, Egyptian cotton sheets, premium bedding, iron/ironing board](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/8000000/7750000/7742900/7742816/960d4ac9.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium)

![Deluxe Studio Suite, 1 King Bed, Jetted Tub, Ground Floor | 1 bedroom, Egyptian cotton sheets, premium bedding, iron/ironing board](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/8000000/7750000/7742900/7742816/05ab998b.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium)

![Interior entrance](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/8000000/7750000/7742900/7742816/3180ee89.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium)

### The Peaks Motor Inn

[](https://www.expedia.com/Ohakune-Hotels-The-Peaks-Motor-Inn.h7742816.Hotel-Information)

Ohakune

9.0/10

Wonderful

(269 reviews)

"Friendly staff, room well equipped. Comfortable bed and quiet room."

![United Kingdom](https://a.travel-assets.com/egds/marks/flags/uk.svg)

John

$96 nightly

$111 total

Mar 5 - Mar 6

Total with taxes and fees

[](https://www.expedia.com/Ohakune-Hotels-The-Peaks-Motor-Inn.h7742816.Hotel-Information)

![Interior entrance](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/7000000/6980000/6973200/6973200/ab24d137.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium)

![2 restaurants, lunch served](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/7000000/6980000/6973200/6973200/6926ec36.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium)

![Indoor pool](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/7000000/6980000/6973200/6973200/d280e612.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium)

![Food and drink](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/7000000/6980000/6973200/6973200/474f42b4.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium)

### Powderhorn Chateau

[](https://www.expedia.com/Ohakune-Hotels-Powderhorn-Chateau.h6973200.Hotel-Information)

Ohakune

9.2/10

Wonderful

(327 reviews)

"Nice room and staff"

![Switzerland](https://a.travel-assets.com/egds/marks/flags/ch.svg)

Nora

$176 nightly

$204 total

Mar 1 - Mar 2

Total with taxes and fees

[](https://www.expedia.com/Ohakune-Hotels-Powderhorn-Chateau.h6973200.Hotel-Information)

![Family Apartment | Living area](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/10000000/9630000/9626600/9626557/102cbf5f.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium)

![Front of property](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/10000000/9630000/9626600/9626557/b2d58e6f.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium)

![Electric kettle](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/10000000/9630000/9626600/9626557/f6e99e2f.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium)

![Exterior](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/10000000/9630000/9626600/9626557/d3ab502c.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium)

### Alpine Motel

[](https://www.expedia.com/Ohakune-Hotels-Alpine-Motel.h9626557.Hotel-Information)

Ohakune

7.8/10

Good

(104 reviews)

"Nice place to stay. "

![Australia](https://a.travel-assets.com/egds/marks/flags/au.svg)

Peter

$97 nightly

$112 total

Mar 1 - Mar 2

Total with taxes and fees

[](https://www.expedia.com/Ohakune-Hotels-Alpine-Motel.h9626557.Hotel-Information)

![Exterior](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/5000000/4550000/4542300/4542278/9d1dcee7.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium)

![Chalet, 4 Bedrooms | Private kitchen | Fridge, coffee/tea maker, electric kettle, highchair](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/5000000/4550000/4542300/4542278/8129278b.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium)

![Front of property](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/5000000/4550000/4542300/4542278/fc7cdef0.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium)

![Living area](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/5000000/4550000/4542300/4542278/f187b0a3.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium)

### Ruapehu Mountain Motel & Lodge

[](https://www.expedia.com/Ohakune-Hotels-Ruapehu-Mountain-Motel-Lodge.h4542278.Hotel-Information)

Ohakune

8.2/10

Very Good

(316 reviews)

"Wonderful stay"

![United States](https://a.travel-assets.com/egds/marks/flags/us.svg)

ashley

$79 nightly

$92 total

Mar 14 - Mar 15

Total with taxes and fees

[](https://www.expedia.com/Ohakune-Hotels-Ruapehu-Mountain-Motel-Lodge.h4542278.Hotel-Information)

![View from room](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/4000000/3130000/3124400/3124342/w2880h1910x0y125-97b1c2e0.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium)

![Lounge](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/4000000/3130000/3124400/3124342/w2880h1913x0y124-acd6863d.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium)

![Exterior](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/4000000/3130000/3124400/3124342/w2880h1912x0y124-9fa11d75.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium)

![Electric kettle](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/4000000/3130000/3124400/3124342/w2880h1915x0y123-a5c26e4f.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium)

### River Birches

[](https://www.expedia.com/Turangi-Hotels-River-Birches.h3124342.Hotel-Information)

Turangi

10/10

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](https://a.travel-assets.com/egds/marks/flags/us.svg)

Sebastian

$490 nightly

$563 total

Mar 9 - Mar 10

Total with taxes and fees

[](https://www.expedia.com/Turangi-Hotels-River-Birches.h3124342.Hotel-Information)

![Deluxe Villa, 4 Bedrooms | Desk, iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/3000000/2950000/2947000/2946935/d2a0c9d8.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium)

![Classic Villa, 3 Bedrooms | Living area | 40-inch TV with cable channels](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/3000000/2950000/2947000/2946935/5bb914d2.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium)

![Classic Villa, 3 Bedrooms | Desk, iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/3000000/2950000/2947000/2946935/e488b74c.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium)

![Deluxe Villa, 4 Bedrooms | Desk, iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/3000000/2950000/2947000/2946935/9b8580f4.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium)

### Tongariro Lodge

[](https://www.expedia.com/Turangi-Hotels-Tongariro-Lodge.h2946935.Hotel-Information)

Turangi

8.8/10

Excellent

(353 reviews)

"\* Clean rooms \* Kind Staff \* Beautiful location "

![Australia](https://a.travel-assets.com/egds/marks/flags/au.svg)

Darren

$205 nightly

$237 total

Mar 4 - Mar 5

Total with taxes and fees

[](https://www.expedia.com/Turangi-Hotels-Tongariro-Lodge.h2946935.Hotel-Information)

![Exterior](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/7000000/6470000/6469800/6469787/143b6e2f.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium)

![Point of interest](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/7000000/6470000/6469800/6469787/40f6d70a.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium)

![Comfort Studio, 1 Bedroom, Garden View | Individually decorated, free WiFi](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/7000000/6470000/6469800/6469787/663b4a27.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium)

![Comfort Studio, 1 Bedroom, Garden View | Terrace/patio](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/7000000/6470000/6469800/6469787/bf6d5f97.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium)

### Plateau Lodge

[](https://www.expedia.com/National-Park-Village-Hotels-Plateau-Lodge.h6469787.Hotel-Information)

National Park Village

8.8/10

Excellent

(347 reviews)

"Great place!! Rent Mt Bikes across the street! Soak in the outdoor tub in the morning!!"

![United States](https://a.travel-assets.com/egds/marks/flags/us.svg)

Ryan

$83 nightly

$95 total

Mar 3 - Mar 4

Total with taxes and fees

[](https://www.expedia.com/National-Park-Village-Hotels-Plateau-Lodge.h6469787.Hotel-Information)

![Apartment 1 Bedroom (Deck) | Terrace/patio](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/4000000/3910000/3908800/3908770/8d60dd09.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium)

![Property grounds](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/4000000/3910000/3908800/3908770/de50d789.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium)

![Property entrance](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/4000000/3910000/3908800/3908770/96a00378.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium)

![Comfort Double Room | 1 bedroom, individually decorated, individually furnished](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/4000000/3910000/3908800/3908770/816adbbb.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium)

### Judges Pool Motel

[](https://www.expedia.com/Turangi-Hotels-Judges-Pool-Motel.h3908770.Hotel-Information)

Turangi

8.8/10

Excellent

(548 reviews)

"Despite looking a little tired, a great place stay. Convenient and walkable to downtown Turangi. Warm welcome, comfortable room. Friendly staff."

![Canada](https://a.travel-assets.com/egds/marks/flags/ca.svg)

Alexander

$98 nightly

$114 total

Mar 11 - Mar 12

Total with taxes and fees

[](https://www.expedia.com/Turangi-Hotels-Judges-Pool-Motel.h3908770.Hotel-Information)

![Cafe](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/79000000/78350000/78347600/78347510/1e43097f.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium)

![Economy House | Free WiFi, bed sheets](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/79000000/78350000/78347600/78347510/4e8f9311.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium)

![Daily cooked-to-order breakfast for a fee](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/79000000/78350000/78347600/78347510/a7ebce63.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium)

![Interior entrance](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/79000000/78350000/78347600/78347510/8840cd5f.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium)

### LKNZ Lodge & Cafe

[](https://www.expedia.com/Ohakune-Hotels-LKNZ-Lodge-Cafe.h78347510.Hotel-Information)

Ohakune

9.0/10

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](https://a.travel-assets.com/egds/marks/flags/au.svg)

Brent

$47 nightly

$54 total

Mar 1 - Mar 2

Total with taxes and fees

[](https://www.expedia.com/Ohakune-Hotels-LKNZ-Lodge-Cafe.h78347510.Hotel-Information)

![Front of property](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/10000000/9630000/9625400/9625322/60c64a7b.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium)

![Exterior](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/10000000/9630000/9625400/9625322/0ee3bdcc.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium)

![Cribs/infant beds, rollaway beds, free WiFi](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/10000000/9630000/9625400/9625322/fe6da8a6.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium)

![Private kitchen](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/10000000/9630000/9625400/9625322/22833555.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium)

### The Hobbit Motorlodge

[](https://www.expedia.com/Ohakune-Hotels-The-Hobbit-Motorlodge.h9625322.Hotel-Information)

Ohakune

8.8/10

Excellent

(208 reviews)

"Very spacious with a good view and friendly staff."

![Canada](https://a.travel-assets.com/egds/marks/flags/ca.svg)

Jason

$67 nightly

$77 total

Mar 1 - Mar 2

Total with taxes and fees

[](https://www.expedia.com/Ohakune-Hotels-The-Hobbit-Motorlodge.h9625322.Hotel-Information)

![Exterior](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/10000000/9850000/9847200/9847107/f5e25352.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium)

![Executive Chalet, 3 Bedrooms, Jetted Tub | Living room | 55-inch flat-screen TV with digital channels, TV](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/10000000/9850000/9847200/9847107/854bbb58.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium)

![Indoor spa tub](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/10000000/9850000/9847200/9847107/82825cba.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium)

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### Rocky Mountain Chalets

[](https://www.expedia.com/Ohakune-Hotels-Rocky-Mountain-Chalets.h9847107.Hotel-Information)

Ohakune

9.8/10

Exceptional

(97 reviews)

"Loved it - easy place to stay and great facilities. "

![Australia](https://a.travel-assets.com/egds/marks/flags/au.svg)

Susan

$129 nightly

$149 total

Mar 15 - Mar 16

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![Exterior](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/38000000/37920000/37916200/37916154/f64f77d7.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium)

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### Snowman Lodge

[](https://www.expedia.com/Ohakune-Hotels-Snowman-Lodge.h37916154.Hotel-Information)

Ohakune

8.0/10

Very Good

(94 reviews)

"Super easy to find, clean room, great food options around"

![Australia](https://a.travel-assets.com/egds/marks/flags/au.svg)

Nicole

$51 nightly

$58 total

Mar 1 - Mar 2

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![Premium Studio, 1 Queen Bed, River View | Egyptian cotton sheets, premium bedding, pillowtop beds](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/110000000/109330000/109320700/109320695/788dc32d.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium)

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### Two Rivers Boutique Lodge Ohakune

[](https://www.expedia.com/Ohakune-Hotels-Two-Rivers-Ohakune.h109320695.Hotel-Information)

Ohakune

10/10

Exceptional

(11 reviews)

"Great place to rest had one of the best sleep in NZ"

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Evgeny

$184 nightly

$213 total

Mar 27 - Mar 28

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![Exterior](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/119000000/118340000/118338400/118338364/90d9983a.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium)

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### The Turoa Lodge Ohakune

[](https://www.expedia.com/Ohakune-Hotels-The-Turoa-Lodge-Ohakune.h118338364.Hotel-Information)

Ohakune

5.8/10

(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. "

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Anastasia

$77 nightly

$89 total

Mar 29 - Mar 30

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[](https://www.expedia.com/Ohakune-Hotels-The-Turoa-Lodge-Ohakune.h118338364.Hotel-Information)

![Front of property](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/4000000/3870000/3866800/3866777/f7295917.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium)

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### Adventure Lodge & Motel

[](https://www.expedia.com/National-Park-Village-Hotels-Adventure-Lodge-Motel.h3866777.Hotel-Information)

National Park Village

8.8/10

Excellent

(289 reviews)

"Staff was very pleasant "

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Eric

$49 nightly

$56 total

Mar 26 - Mar 27

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[](https://www.expedia.com/National-Park-Village-Hotels-Adventure-Lodge-Motel.h3866777.Hotel-Information)

![Front of property - evening/night](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/10000000/9630000/9628700/9628656/7310ea21.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium)

![Standard Studio, Non Smoking, Bathtub (3 bedroom Townhouse (1)) | Free WiFi, bed sheets](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/10000000/9630000/9628700/9628656/05caea38.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium)

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### Snowhaven

[](https://www.expedia.com/Ohakune-Hotels-Snowhaven.h9628656.Hotel-Information)

Ohakune

8.6/10

Excellent

(300 reviews)

"Clean room, easy check-in and checkout"

![Australia](https://a.travel-assets.com/egds/marks/flags/au.svg)

Victoria

$85 nightly

$99 total

Mar 2 - Mar 3

Total with taxes and fees

[](https://www.expedia.com/Ohakune-Hotels-Snowhaven.h9628656.Hotel-Information)

![Premium Suite, 1 Bedroom, Garden Area | Premium bedding, individually decorated, laptop workspace](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/10000000/9850000/9848500/9848408/ad700bf6.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium)

![Waimarino Two-Bedroom Suite | View from room](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/10000000/9850000/9848500/9848408/c5d01401.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium)

![Terrace/patio](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/10000000/9850000/9848500/9848408/bf1ab771.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium)

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### Tongariro Crossing Lodge

[](https://www.expedia.com/National-Park-Village-Hotels-Tongariro-Crossing-Lodge.h9848408.Hotel-Information)

National Park Village

9.6/10

Exceptional

(195 reviews)

"Excellent place, spotless. Helpful staff, great location "

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Muhammad

$155 nightly

$179 total

Mar 27 - Mar 28

Total with taxes and fees

[](https://www.expedia.com/National-Park-Village-Hotels-Tongariro-Crossing-Lodge.h9848408.Hotel-Information)

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## Top Desert Road Hotel Reviews

![The Peaks Motor Inn](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/8000000/7750000/7742900/7742816/ba0a149f_y.jpg)

### The Peaks Motor Inn

10/10 Excellent

"Clean, comfortable. Friendly staff and ginger resident cat."

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![Tongariro Lodge](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/3000000/2950000/2947000/2946935/803c985e_y.jpg)

### Tongariro Lodge

10/10 Excellent

"Lots of great help at the front desk on some places to hike and a gondola up tje volcano. "

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![Turangi Leisure Lodge](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/62000000/61340000/61339000/61338998/972148aa_y.jpg)

### Turangi Leisure Lodge

10/10 Excellent

"Clean and functional, home away from home"

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![Mountain Heights Lodge](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/38000000/37750000/37748900/37748813/f5703387_y.jpg)

### Mountain Heights Lodge

10/10 Excellent

"Room was very nice. Older building but perfect for my needs. "

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![Tongariro Crossing Lodge](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/10000000/9850000/9848500/9848408/82176053_y.jpg)

### Tongariro Crossing Lodge

10/10 Excellent

"Everything was great. We travel a lot internationally but I don't recall any other place being even close. Everything is new and in perfect working conditions. The doors, the windows, the fan, the bathroom, the kitchen, the lights... Even some minor details were well designed and worked as intended. "

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![Adventure Lodge & Motel](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/4000000/3870000/3866800/3866777/fd9ad254_y.jpg)

### Adventure Lodge & Motel

10/10 Excellent

"Staff was friendly. Room was large. We had a handicapped accessible room, so the bathroom was large. Everything was fine."

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![The Park Hotel Ruapehu](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/4000000/3890000/3888600/3888552/7cc6619a_y.jpg)

### The Park Hotel Ruapehu

10/10 Excellent

"When visiting this part of the country, it is very remote, and the park hotel was the perfect spot away from everything. While the rooms are small, they are comfortable and easily accessible. The restaurant also is very good and has breathtaking views of the mountainside from their patio area. While there is nothing really around other than a small convenience store, the hotel more than makes up for that with their excellent service. Would highly recommend!"

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![Parklands Motorlodge](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/920000/918800/918774/30ce5393_y.jpg)

### Parklands Motorlodge

10/10 Excellent

"Everything was nice"

[](https://expedia.com/Turangi-Hotels-Parklands-Motorlodge.h918774.Hotel-Information)

![Judges Pool Motel](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/4000000/3910000/3908800/3908770/fb5eaa69_y.jpg)

### Judges Pool Motel

10/10 Excellent

"We stayed in a comfort double. It was a good size with a very comfortable bed and spotlessly clean. The motel is away from the main road so nice and quiet. We really enjoyed our stay and would go back. "

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## More cheap stays in Desert Road

![The Crossing Lodge and Backpackers](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/96000000/95980000/95974400/95974383/91e08c93_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=402&ra=fit)

### The Crossing Lodge and Backpackers

9 Erua Rd Erua Manawatu-Wanganui

$33 nightly

$39 total

Mar 11 - Mar 12

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7.8/10 Good! (41 reviews)

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![Snowman Lodge](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/38000000/37920000/37916200/37916154/a5646859_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=402&ra=fit)

### Snowman Lodge

68 Clyde St Ohakune Manawatu-Wanganui

$51 nightly

$58 total

Mar 1 - Mar 2

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8/10 Very Good! (94 reviews)

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![Turangi Leisure Lodge](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/62000000/61340000/61339000/61338998/972148aa_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=402&ra=fit)

### Turangi Leisure Lodge

Ngawaka Place Turangi 

$77 nightly

$89 total

Mar 29 - Mar 30

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9/10 Wonderful! (526 reviews)

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### Alpine Motel

7 Miro Street Ohakune 

$97 nightly

$112 total

Mar 1 - Mar 2

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7.8/10 Good! (104 reviews)

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### Manowhenua Lodge - Hostel

35 Mackenzie St National Park Village Manawatu-Wanganui

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9.4/10 Exceptional! (89 reviews)

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 Turangi Waikato

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## Frequently asked questions

### What is the best area to stay in Desert Road?

> 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.
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> 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.
> 
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> 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.
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> For travelers prioritizing outdoor adventures, particularly hiking or fishing, Turangi is an excellent choice.

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