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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
$41 nightly
$48 total
Oct 19 - Oct 20
Total with taxes and fees
Skotel Alpine Resort
A wooden lodge with a balcony, a covered patio, and a sign reading "Mountain Heights Lodge".
A spacious room with a large bed, a sofa, a TV on a wooden stand, and a view of the outdoors through large windows.
A wooden cabin with a hot tub, wooden walls, and a view of a grassy field through windows.
A wooden deck with a table and two chairs, overlooking a natural landscape with hills and trees.

2. Mountain Heights Lodge

Mountain Heights Lodge
National Park Village
Australia
Handro
$84 nightly
$97 total
Oct 30 - Oct 31
Total with taxes and fees
Mountain Heights Lodge
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 cozy bar setting with a wood-burning stove, wooden furniture, and a sign reading "SPIRAL BAR".
A hotel with red roofs, a covered outdoor area, and a view of a mountain range.

3. The Park Hotel Ruapehu

The Park Hotel Ruapehu
National Park Village
Australia
Dylan
$65 nightly
$76 total
Oct 20 - Oct 21
Total with taxes and fees
The Park Hotel Ruapehu
A cabin with a stone chimney, wooden deck, and a covered outdoor seating area.
An aerial view of a residential area with houses surrounded by dense trees and a river.
A bedroom with a bed, a nightstand, a window with blinds, and a bathroom with a towel rack.
A modern house with a covered porch, large windows, and a well-lit exterior at dusk.

4. Tongariro Lodge

Tongariro Lodge
Turangi
$122 nightly
$142 total
Nov 2 - Nov 3
Total with taxes and fees
Tongariro Lodge
A swimming pool with lounge chairs and a fenced deck area, surrounded by buildings with a simple architectural style.
A compact kitchen with modern appliances, a dining area with wooden chairs, and a television in the living space.
A compact kitchen with a sink, stove, and refrigerator, featuring a fire action notice on the wall.
A dining table set with wine glasses, a bottle of wine, and a floral arrangement.

5. Turangi Leisure Lodge

Turangi Leisure Lodge
Turangi
Australia
Libby
$60 nightly
$71 total
Oct 26 - Oct 27
Total with taxes and fees
Turangi Leisure Lodge
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.

6. Turangi Bridge Motel

Turangi Bridge Motel
Turangi
United States
Montana
$68 nightly
$80 total
Oct 29 - Oct 30
Total with taxes and fees
Turangi Bridge Motel
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 sign for Judges Pool Motel with a mailbox and a landscaped area with trees and grass.
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.

7. Judges Pool Motel

Judges Pool Motel
Turangi
Australia
Nicola
$80 nightly
$93 total
Nov 5 - Nov 6
Total with taxes and fees
Judges Pool Motel
A modern outdoor seating area with a wooden deck, a white planter with a fern, and a glass door leading to a room.
A sunlit patio with a seating area, a large window, and indoor plants.
A sign for Plateau Lodge with a stone border and a wooden signboard.
A room with a glass door leading to a balcony with a sofa and cushions.

8. Plateau Lodge

Plateau Lodge
National Park Village
Australia
David
$72 nightly
$83 total
Oct 31 - Nov 1
Total with taxes and fees
Plateau Lodge
A dining room with a wooden deck and picnic tables, a chimney, and a mountain backdrop.
A cozy living room with two sofas, a small coffee table, and a TV screen displaying birds flying.
A white SUV parked at an electric vehicle charging station.
A hotel room with a large bed, a smaller bed, a desk, a lamp, and a wall with vertical wooden slats.

9. The Crossing Lodge

The Crossing Lodge
Erua
Australia
Sahil
$25 nightly
$29 total
Oct 21 - Oct 22
Total with taxes and fees
The Crossing Lodge
An outdoor dining area with tables and chairs, umbrellas, and a view of parked cars and greenery.
A hotel room with a bed, a dining table, and a kitchenette.
A wooden cabin-style room with a bed, two bedside tables, a desk, and a chair.
A compact kitchen with a microwave, toaster, and small refrigerator.

10. Parklands Motorlodge

Parklands Motorlodge
Turangi
Australia
Rod
$65 nightly
$76 total
Oct 18 - Oct 19
Total with taxes and fees
Parklands Motorlodge
A building with a flat roof, a front entrance, and a signboard.
An outdoor patio area with blue plastic chairs and tables, string lights, and a wooden fence.
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.

11. Tongariro River Retreat - Hostel

Tongariro River Retreat - Hostel
Turangi
Australia
Tania
$28 nightly
$32 total
Oct 26 - Oct 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 door with a view of a backyard garden through a window.
A two-story house with a porch, surrounded by lush greenery and flowering plants.
A modern kitchen with a built-in oven, microwave, and gas stove.

12. Tongariro Crossing Lodge

Tongariro Crossing Lodge
National Park Village
United States
Cole
$117 nightly
$138 total
Oct 19 - Oct 20
Total with taxes and fees
Tongariro Crossing Lodge
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 reception area with a wooden counter, a white armchair, a table with brochures, and a poster advertising a bus crossing.
A blue building with a sign reading "Manowhenua Lodge" and an "Office" sign.
An outdoor deck with wooden benches and tables, surrounded by glass doors and windows, with a view of the sky and trees.

13. Manowhenua Lodge - Hostel

Manowhenua Lodge - Hostel
National Park Village
Canada
Cameron
$63 nightly
$72 total
Oct 19 - Oct 20
Total with taxes and fees
Manowhenua Lodge - Hostel
A wooden staircase leading to a door with "Powderhorn Chateau" carved above it.
A cozy interior with a bar area, leather seating, and a fireplace.
A wooden cabin room with a bed, a desk, and a chair.
A stone-walled indoor pool with a tiled floor, wooden benches, and a stone wall with a window.

14. Powderhorn Chateau

Powderhorn Chateau
Ohakune
Australia
Hayley
$160 nightly
$186 total
Oct 25 - Oct 26
Total with taxes and fees
Powderhorn Chateau
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 compact kitchen with a stove, oven, microwave, sink, and dishwasher.
A landscaped area with a sign for The Peaks Motor Inn in Ohakune.
A bedroom with a large bed, a bedside table, and a window with a view of greenery.

15. The Peaks Motor Inn

The Peaks Motor Inn
Ohakune
Australia
Hayley
$85 nightly
$99 total
Oct 25 - Oct 26
Total with taxes and fees
The Peaks Motor Inn
An outdoor seating area with a table and chairs, a sofa with cushions, and a view of the street.
A hallway with a wooden floor, a white wardrobe, a white shelf unit, and a potted plant.
A room with two beds, a bench, a desk, and a flower arrangement.
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.

16. LKNZ Lodge & Cafe

LKNZ Lodge & Cafe
Ohakune
Australia
Peter
$48 nightly
$56 total
Nov 9 - Nov 10
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 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.
A room with two beds, a window, a lamp, and a wall art piece.
A rocky shoreline with calm water and a distant hill.

17. Pukawa Villas (Formerly Oreti Village Resort)

Pukawa Villas (Formerly Oreti Village Resort)
Pukawa
United States
Pedro
$115 nightly
$135 total
Oct 30 - Oct 31
Total with taxes and fees
Pukawa Villas (Formerly Oreti Village Resort)
A multi-story building with a red roof, balconies, and a sign indicating it is an Alpine Chalet.
A hallway with a wooden floor, a trash bin, a desk, a refrigerator, and a door leading outside.
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.

18. Alpine Chalets

Alpine Chalets
National Park Village
Australia
Brayden
$126 nightly
$146 total
Oct 24 - Oct 25
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 hot tub with a blue light.
A dining area with tables and chairs, a staircase, and a kitchen in the background.

19. Pipers Lodge

Pipers Lodge
National Park Village
Australia
Jennifer
$59 nightly
$68 total
Oct 31 - Nov 1
Total with taxes and fees
Pipers Lodge
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 room with two beds, a small kitchenette, and a dining area.
A wooden sign with multiple text elements advertising a motor lodge, luxury, and wireless internet availability.

20. The Hobbit Motorlodge

The Hobbit Motorlodge
Ohakune
Australia
Abinesh
$51 nightly
$59 total
Nov 4 - Nov 5
Total with taxes and fees
The Hobbit Motorlodge
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Top Desert Road Hotel Reviews

Skotel Alpine Resort

Skotel Alpine Resort

10/10 Excellent
"We love it here."
Tracey 1-night trip
Posted 10 hours ago
Skotel Alpine Resort
The Park Hotel Ruapehu

The Park Hotel Ruapehu

8/10 Good
"Nice to stop and relax with a onsite bar and restaurant"
Victoria 1-night trip
Posted 3 days ago
The Park Hotel Ruapehu
Turangi Leisure Lodge

Turangi Leisure Lodge

10/10 Excellent
"Clean and spacious room well equipped with bathroom, kitchen, and open planned dining and living area. There is also a free spa pool and a mini golf course for the guests to enjoy. Close to the town centre and New World."
Stefan 1-night trip
Posted 4 days ago
Turangi Leisure Lodge
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 6 days ago
LKNZ Lodge & Cafe
Rocky Mountain Chalets

Rocky Mountain Chalets

10/10 Excellent
"Great place to stay."
Yogesh 3-night trip
Posted 8 days ago
Rocky Mountain Chalets
Tongariro Lodge

Tongariro Lodge

10/10 Excellent
"The lodge was nice and quiet. friendly staff and the manager was very helpful."
ian 1-night trip
Posted 8 days ago
Tongariro Lodge
The Peaks Motor Inn

The Peaks Motor Inn

8/10 Good
"good location and easy late check in"
Luke 1-night trip
Posted 11 days ago
The Peaks Motor Inn
Plateau Lodge

Plateau Lodge

8/10 Good
"They should"
Melissa 1-night trip
Posted 12 days ago
Plateau Lodge
The Hobbit Motorlodge

The Hobbit Motorlodge

10/10 Excellent
"Good location"
Xianhan 2-night trip
Posted 1 month ago
The Hobbit Motorlodge

More cheap stays in Desert Road

The Crossing Lodge

The Crossing Lodge

9 Erua Rd Erua Manawatu-Wanganui
$25 nightly
$29 total
Oct 21 - Oct 22
Total with taxes and fees
The Crossing Lodge
Turangi Leisure Lodge

Turangi Leisure Lodge

Ngawaka Place Turangi
$60 nightly
$71 total
Oct 26 - Oct 27
Total with taxes and fees
9/10 Wonderful! (609 reviews)
Turangi Leisure Lodge
Manowhenua Lodge - Hostel

Manowhenua Lodge - Hostel

35 Mackenzie St National Park Village Manawatu-Wanganui
$63 nightly
$72 total
Oct 19 - Oct 20
Total with taxes and fees
9.4/10 Exceptional! (92 reviews)
Manowhenua Lodge - Hostel
The Turoa Lodge Ohakune

The Turoa Lodge Ohakune

The Turoa Lodge Ohakune Ohakune
$67 nightly
$78 total
Oct 21 - Oct 22
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
$70 nightly
$81 total
Nov 9 - Nov 10
Total with taxes and fees
Snowman Lodge
Alpine Motel

Alpine Motel

7 Miro Street Ohakune
$102 nightly
$118 total
Oct 19 - Oct 20
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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