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Vacation Rentals in Desert Road

Rocky Mountain Chalets
Private spa tub

Rocky Mountain Chalets

3.5 star property
9.8 out of 10, Exceptional, (83)
"Amazing experience, great location. Kids friendly and close to dinning and snow mountain "
$126 nightly
The price is $146
Oct 29 - Oct 30
Total with taxes and fees
Rocky Mountain Chalets
Motuoapa Bay Chalets
Cottage, 5 Bedrooms, Kitchen, Garden Area | Private kitchen | Microwave, toaster, cookware/dishes/utensils, cleaning supplies

Motuoapa Bay Chalets

3.5 star property
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (81)
"Spacious and well-maintained."
$71 nightly
The price is $82
Oct 14 - Oct 15
Total with taxes and fees
Motuoapa Bay Chalets
Mountain House located in central Ohakune
Terrace/patio

Mountain House located in central Ohakune

9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (53)
"I really like the ambiance of the house. Although after a long day; walking up and down the stairs were a challenge for sure 😂😂 We genuinely loved it though! Wish we stayed longer!! "
$166 nightly
The price is $187
Oct 8 - Oct 9
Total with taxes and fees
Mountain House located in central Ohakune
The perfect place in heart of city
Private kitchen

The perfect place in heart of city

10.0 out of 10, Exceptional, (3)
"We used this apartment as our base while in Turangi. While it wasnt the 'flashest' it was perfect for me and my sister. The place is very warm, comers with all the basics, and the sunrise from the balcony was picture perfect. It was also very well priced, probabaly the cheapest place around. We would definitely stay again."
$131 nightly
The price is $147
Oct 5 - Oct 6
Total with taxes and fees
The perfect place in heart of city
Cosy 4 Bunk Cabin, Mountain Views, Pet Friendly.
Exterior

Cosy 4 Bunk Cabin, Mountain Views, Pet Friendly.

9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (18)
"Great stay - everything well laid out and close to unit which made for a nice easy stay."
$100 nightly
The price is $112
Oct 17 - Oct 18
Total with taxes and fees
Cosy 4 Bunk Cabin, Mountain Views, Pet Friendly.
Alpine Chalets
Front of property

Alpine Chalets

3.0 star property
8.0 out of 10, Very Good, (96)
"Really nice little place and Mary is lovely and really good at communicating will be back"
$146 nightly
The price is $168
Oct 12 - Oct 13
Total with taxes and fees
Alpine Chalets
Blue Haven 2 B/Room and Sleepout close to everything including Tongariro River
Interior

Blue Haven 2 B/Room and Sleepout close to everything including Tongariro River

2.0 star property
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (19)
"Great little place to stay"
Blue Haven 2 B/Room and Sleepout close to everything including Tongariro River
Great value Cottage - 20 mins to Whakapapa
1 bedroom

Great value Cottage - 20 mins to Whakapapa

9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (145)
"It’s nice to stay , small but tidy cottage ..cute.. nice price"
Great value Cottage - 20 mins to Whakapapa
Parkview Apartments
30-inch flat-screen TV with digital channels, TV

Parkview Apartments

3.5 star property
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (52)
"Excellent location close to ski field. Comfy, warm rooms with all amenities- cooking facilities, dishwasher, laundry etc. Neat and tidy home away from home. Walking distance from a restaurant, four square, gas station. Highly recommended. Timely comms from the hosts. "
Parkview Apartments
Powder Hut Ohakune - cosy wee cottage in central Ohakune
Interior

Powder Hut Ohakune - cosy wee cottage in central Ohakune

9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (286)
"Great little cottage/home away from home that was very cosy and comfortable and a short walk away from the shops"
Powder Hut Ohakune - cosy wee cottage in central Ohakune
Gone Ski 'Inn
Terrace/patio

Gone Ski 'Inn

9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (71)
"Nice and quiet, easy access and location was perfect for us as it put us an hour closer to home and beat the traffic out of taupo. Would stay again"
$166 nightly
The price is $187
Nov 1 - Nov 2
Total with taxes and fees
Gone Ski 'Inn
Cosy Cabins , Mountain Views and pet Friendly
Property grounds

Cosy Cabins , Mountain Views and pet Friendly

10.0 out of 10, Exceptional, (15)
"Had a great stay, easy check in/check out and great facilities for price. "
Cosy Cabins , Mountain Views and pet Friendly
Tongariro Riverside holiday house
Outdoor dining

Tongariro Riverside holiday house

9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (261)
"A 3 night stay with a warm fire at night"
Tongariro Riverside holiday house
Gorgeous Log Cabin, Outdoor Bath & Mountain Views
Property grounds

Gorgeous Log Cabin, Outdoor Bath & Mountain Views

9.8 out of 10, Exceptional, (26)
"Loved every minute of the wonderful log cabin."
$118 nightly
The price is $132
Oct 17 - Oct 18
Total with taxes and fees
Gorgeous Log Cabin, Outdoor Bath & Mountain Views
Cozy chalet with access to all year adventures
Interior

Cozy chalet with access to all year adventures

9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (38)
"Excellent choice for our family, we loved the board games as well"
Cozy chalet with access to all year adventures
Welocome to Serendipity
Private kitchen

Welocome to Serendipity

9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (21)
"We had an awesome stay. The place was cosy. They had an amazing bed and we all slept like a baby. The property manager was very helpful. We will surely be back and recommend to our family and friends"
$158 nightly
The price is $179
Oct 7 - Oct 8
Total with taxes and fees
Welocome to Serendipity
Great place to stay for large groups or families
Exterior

Great place to stay for large groups or families

8.0 out of 10, Very Good, (92)
"Nice place for group of families. Needs to be clean befor stay."
$198 nightly
The price is $225
Oct 15 - Oct 16
Total with taxes and fees
Great place to stay for large groups or families
Beechwood Chalet in the heart of Ohakune .
Exterior

Beechwood Chalet in the heart of Ohakune .

9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (212)
"Our family just loves staying here, it’s so cosy with all the kids upstairs, everything we need in the kitchen, plenty of options to get clothes and shoes dry 😊"
Beechwood Chalet in the heart of Ohakune .
Haven: Ruapehu Accommodation - great value
Property grounds

Haven: Ruapehu Accommodation - great value

9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (97)
"was a great place to stay and everything we needed was provided, great place would recommend "
Haven: Ruapehu Accommodation - great value
Quintessential Kiwi Kuratau Bach right on the lake front
Dining

Quintessential Kiwi Kuratau Bach right on the lake front

9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (9)
"It was great, we loved the whole experience. Being right on the water front is really special. "
$243 nightly
The price is $276
Oct 6 - Oct 7
Total with taxes and fees
Quintessential Kiwi Kuratau Bach right on the lake front
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Top Desert Road Hotel Reviews

The Crossing Lodge and Backpackers

The Crossing Lodge and Backpackers

10/10 Excellent
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William 1-night trip
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The Crossing Lodge and Backpackers

Find out more about Desert Road

Find out more about Desert Road

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Frequently asked questions

Can I find a vacation rental in Desert Road?

Yes, we offer vacation rentals close to well known sights in Desert Road, or you can select a more remote option if you'd like a relaxing place to stay.

What's the top vacation rental in Desert Road?

Mountain House located in central Ohakune: Visitors like this Desert Road vacation home rental. It is located in the mountains and has a fireplace, a balcony, and a barbecue grill to put you at ease in your new surroundings. It has 3 bedrooms as well as a kitchen with a dishwasher, a fridge, and a stovetop, so you can cook with friends or family. Kick off your shoes and enjoy yourself with a private yard and a selection of games.

What’s there to see and do in Desert Road?

Tongariro National Park and Tree Trunk Gorge are a couple of lovely local spots to get outside and enjoy nature. Whakapapa Ski Area and Mount Ruapehu are a couple of places you'll find in the larger area.

What’s a vacation rental in Desert Road like?

Vacation rentals are privately owned properties you can stay in for a couple of days or more in Desert Road. Vacation rentals feature amenities such as patios, hot tubs, and fire pits so you'll have all the conveniences of home. If you're concerned about a sanitized environment, vacation rentals can provide a sense of security away from shared hotel elevators and lobbies bustling with people while still allowing you the excitement and enjoyment of travel. You'll also find more space in a vacation rental than in a hotel, which makes a vacation rental a popular option for families.