Desert Road
Travel Guide
Visit Desert Road

The Park Hotel Ruapehu
6 Millar Street National Park Village
$61 nightly
The price is $72 total per night from Jul 1 to Jul 2
$72 total
Jul 1 - Jul 2
Total with taxes and fees
Stay at this hotel in National Park Village. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and 2 hot tubs. Our guests praise the restaurant and the helpful staff in our reviews. ...
8.2/10 Very Good! (1,001 reviews)
"First choice when I come to national park for hiking"
Reviewed on Jun 23, 2026

Mountain Heights Lodge
4576 SH 4 National Park Village Manawatu-Wanganui
$79 nightly
The price is $91 total per night from Jun 30 to Jul 1
$91 total
Jun 30 - Jul 1
Total with taxes and fees
Stay at this motel in National Park Village. Enjoy free parking, onsite spa services, and daily housekeeping. Our guests praise the helpful staff in our reviews. ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (229 reviews)
"Place was great for the car event we were at! Was right in the middle of the track & the local shops."
Reviewed on May 24, 2026

Turangi Leisure Lodge
Ngawaka Place Turangi
$63 nightly
The price is $73 total per night from Jul 19 to Jul 20
$73 total
Jul 19 - Jul 20
Total with taxes and fees
Book a stay at this spa hotel in Turangi. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and an outdoor pool. Our guests praise the helpful staff in our reviews. Popular attractions ...
9/10 Wonderful! (567 reviews)
"Perfect for a good rest/ Comfortable unit and good amenities."
Reviewed on Jun 17, 2026
Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.

Pukawa Villas (Formerly Oreti Village Resort)
88 Pukawa Road Pukawa
Stay at this aparthotel in Pukawa. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and breakfast (surcharge). Popular attractions Tokaanu Thermal Pools and River Vineyard are ...
9.8/10 Exceptional! (9 reviews)
"We had a lovely stay at Pukawa Village. Our apartment, 15A, overlooked a beautiful garden and the stunning Lake Taupō, making every morning and evening feel incredibly special. The surroundings were so serene and peaceful , truly the perfect place to relax and unwind. Honestly, the view and atmosphere ..."
Reviewed on Jun 7, 2026

Rocky Mountain Chalets
20 Rangataua Road (State Highway 49) Ohakune NZ3
Book a stay at this golf chalet in Ohakune. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and 3 hot tubs. Popular attractions Big Carrot and Ohakune Disc Golf are located ...
9.8/10 Exceptional! (111 reviews)
"Great place to stsy"
Reviewed on May 16, 2026

Gorgeous Log Cabin, Outdoor Bath & Mountain Views
Ohakune Manawatu-Wanganui
Stay at this cottage in Ohakune. Enjoy free WiFi, a garden, and laundry facilities. Popular attractions Ohakune Disc Golf and Big Carrot are located nearby.
9.8/10 Exceptional! (32 reviews)
"Was well setup and had everything to cook clean etc. wicked spot"
Reviewed on May 18, 2026
Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.
Stay near popular Desert Road attractions
- Tree Trunk Gorge
- Mount Ruapehu
- Lake Taupō
- Whakapapa Ski Area
- Tongariro National Park
- Tongariro Alpine Crossing
- Turoa Ski Area
- Taranaki Falls
- Tongariro National Park Whakapapa Visitor Centre
- Big Carrot
- Tokaanu Thermal Pools
- Mount Tongariro
- Ohakune Old Coach Road
- Te Porere Redoubt
- Ohakune i-SITE Visitor Information Centre
- Waterfall Express Chair
- Mount Ngauruhoe
- Old Coach Road Bike Trail
- Mountain Bike Station
- Waitonga Falls Walk Trailhead
- River Vineyard
- Mangatepopo Trail Head
- Lake Rotopounamu
- Lower Tama Lake
- Ohakune Disc Golf


