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Our top choices for Desert Road hotels

Premium Suite, 1 Bedroom, Garden Area | Premium bedding, individually decorated, laptop workspace
Tongariro Crossing Lodge

Tongariro Crossing Lodge

Tongariro Crossing Lodge
4.5 star property
National Park Village
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (181)
"All staff were extremely polite and kind, suite was brand new and warm. Would stay here again!"
United States
Scott
The price is AED 523
AED 606 total
includes taxes & fees
15 Jan - 16 January 2026
Tongariro Crossing Lodge
Front of property - evening/night
Snowhaven

Snowhaven

Snowhaven
3.0 star property
Ohakune
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (294)
"Nice place to stay. "
Australia
Peter
The price is AED 306
AED 354 total
includes taxes & fees
23 Dec - 24 Dec
Snowhaven
Outdoor dining
The Crossing Lodge and Backpackers

The Crossing Lodge and Backpackers

The Crossing Lodge and Backpackers
2.0 star property
Erua
8.0 out of 10, Very Good, (31)
"Great property warm rooms easy check in and out "
Australia
Tamera
The price is AED 116
AED 134 total
includes taxes & fees
17 Dec - 18 Dec
The Crossing Lodge and Backpackers
Front of property
Adventure Lodge & Motel

Adventure Lodge & Motel

Adventure Lodge & Motel
3.5 star property
National Park Village
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (273)
"Good and quiet surrounding, with a few cafes and bars around. There is a spa pool available to use, just book it at the reception. The check in and check out are easy. The location is good- easy access to Whakapapa Ski field and they also offer shuttle service to Tongariro with a fee. Overall, great stay."
United States
Stefan
The price is AED 213
AED 245 total
includes taxes & fees
9 Jan - 10 January 2026
Adventure Lodge & Motel
Exterior
Plateau Lodge

Plateau Lodge

Plateau Lodge
3.0 star property
National Park Village
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (339)
"Everyone was delightful "
United States
Drew
The price is AED 295
AED 339 total
includes taxes & fees
20 Dec - 21 Dec
Plateau Lodge
Exterior
Rocky Mountain Chalets

Rocky Mountain Chalets

Rocky Mountain Chalets
3.5 star property
Ohakune
9.8 out of 10, Exceptional, (86)
"Very well taken care of. Kind and helpful staff."
United States
Saritha
The price is AED 448
AED 518 total
includes taxes & fees
22 Dec - 23 Dec
Rocky Mountain Chalets
Front of property
The Hobbit Motorlodge

The Hobbit Motorlodge

The Hobbit Motorlodge
3.5 star property
Ohakune
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (203)
"The amazing host she was fabulous "
Australia
Kelly
The price is AED 178
AED 268 total
includes taxes & fees
15 Jan - 16 January 2026
The Hobbit Motorlodge
Premium bedding, individually decorated, individually furnished, desk
Ohakune Central Motels

Ohakune Central Motels

Ohakune Central Motels
3.5 star property
Ohakune
10.0 out of 10, Exceptional, (24)
"The best motel we've stayed at in our drive around NZ"
Canada
Leslie
The price is AED 435
AED 504 total
includes taxes & fees
26 Dec - 27 Dec
Ohakune Central Motels
Exterior
Ossies Motels and Chalets

Ossies Motels and Chalets

Ossies Motels and Chalets
3.0 star property
Ohakune
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (150)
"Lovey place to stay ."
Australia
Andrea
The price is AED 278
AED 320 total
includes taxes & fees
16 Dec - 17 Dec
Ossies Motels and Chalets
Exterior
Motuoapa Bay Chalets

Motuoapa Bay Chalets

Motuoapa Bay Chalets
3.5 star property
Motuoapa
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (83)
"Spacious and well-maintained."
Australia
Bianca Joy
The price is AED 262
AED 302 total
includes taxes & fees
16 Dec - 17 Dec
Motuoapa Bay Chalets
Front of property
Alpine Chalets

Alpine Chalets

Alpine Chalets
3.0 star property
National Park Village
8.0 out of 10, Very Good, (97)
"We’ve had the best time at Alpine Chalets. Amazing hospitality from the staff, the rooms are clean, tidy and very modern. The views were spectacular of the mountains! Highly recommend, will definitely be back :)"
Australia
Marisa
The price is AED 533
AED 613 total
includes taxes & fees
22 Dec - 23 Dec
Alpine Chalets
Premium Studio, 1 Queen Bed, River View | Egyptian cotton sheets, premium bedding, pillowtop beds
Two Rivers Boutique Lodge Ohakune

Two Rivers Boutique Lodge Ohakune

Two Rivers Boutique Lodge Ohakune
4.0 star property
Ohakune
10.0 out of 10, Exceptional, (7)
"Great place to rest had one of the best sleep in NZ"
United States
Evgeny
The price is AED 617
AED 712 total
includes taxes & fees
8 Jan - 9 January 2026
Two Rivers Boutique Lodge Ohakune
Front of property
Mountain Heights Lodge

Mountain Heights Lodge

Mountain Heights Lodge
3.0 star property
National Park Village
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (178)
"Staff was great,room was great well furnished and very clean, great view, breakfast was more than adequate and in a comfortable area "
United States
Mary
The price is AED 301
AED 348 total
includes taxes & fees
21 Dec - 22 Dec
Mountain Heights Lodge
Exterior
Snowman Lodge

Snowman Lodge

Snowman Lodge
2.0 star property
Ohakune
8.0 out of 10, Very Good, (89)
"Good value"
Australia
Stacey
The price is AED 170
AED 195 total
includes taxes & fees
16 Dec - 17 Dec
Snowman Lodge
Building design
Tongariro Boutique B&B

Tongariro Boutique B&B

Tongariro Boutique B&B
2.5 star property
Erua
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (45)
"Awesome and would stay again"
Australia
Kelly
The price is AED 359
AED 414 total
includes taxes & fees
16 Dec - 17 Dec
Tongariro Boutique B&B
Balcony
Kings Ohakune

Kings Ohakune

Kings Ohakune
3.5 star property
Ohakune
7.6 out of 10, Good, (73)
"Friendy staff"
Australia
Abigail
The price is AED 248
AED 285 total
includes taxes & fees
17 Dec - 18 Dec
Kings Ohakune
Lounge
Skotel Alpine Resort

Skotel Alpine Resort

Skotel Alpine Resort
3.5 star property
Tongariro National Park
8.4 out of 10, Very Good, (807)
"Great location to the National park trails. "
United States
Rebecca
The price is AED 191
AED 222 total
includes taxes & fees
16 Dec - 17 Dec
Skotel Alpine Resort
Interior entrance
Powderhorn Chateau

Powderhorn Chateau

Powderhorn Chateau
4.5 star property
Ohakune
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (321)
"Great place and fantastic hot pool"
Australia
David
The price is AED 608
AED 705 total
includes taxes & fees
22 Dec - 23 Dec
Powderhorn Chateau
Front of property
The Grove Turangi

The Grove Turangi

The Grove Turangi
3.5 star property
Turangi
The price is AED 283
AED 510 total
includes taxes & fees
16 Dec - 17 Dec
The Grove Turangi
Deluxe Villa, 4 Bedrooms | Desk, iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets
Tongariro Lodge

Tongariro Lodge

Tongariro Lodge
4.0 star property
Turangi
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (345)
"* Clean rooms * Kind Staff * Beautiful location "
Australia
Darren
The price is AED 488
AED 563 total
includes taxes & fees
16 Dec - 17 Dec
Tongariro Lodge
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Tree Trunk Gorge

Explore the great outdoors at Tree Trunk Gorge, a lovely green space in Desert Road. Wander the lakeside or discover the area's volcano viewpoints.
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Top Desert Road Hotel Reviews

Tongariro Lodge

Tongariro Lodge

10/10 Excellent
"Clean room. Beautiful setting."
Stephen 1-night trip
Posted 5 days ago
Tongariro Lodge

More cheap stays in Desert Road

The Crossing Lodge and Backpackers

The Crossing Lodge and Backpackers

9 Erua Rd Erua Manawatu-Wanganui
The price is AED 116 per night from Dec 17 to Dec 18
AED 116
AED 134 total
17 Dec - 18 Dec
includes taxes & fees
8/10 Very Good! (31 reviews)

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Frequently asked questions

What's the best place to stay in Desert Road?
Located 18.8 mi (30.3 km) from the heart of Desert Road, The Park Hotel Ruapehu is a top choice for your stay based on our traveler data. Two other choices for your visit to the area are Turangi Leisure Lodge and Turangi Bridge Motel. See all available top hotels, or vacation rentals in Desert Road.
What's the top vacation rental that Desert Road has to offer?
Welocome to Serendipity: You might want to consider this vacation home rental near Desert Road, which has air-conditioning and laundry facilities to help you feel perfectly comfortable in your new surroundings. See all vacation rentals in Desert Road.
If I need to cancel my hotel reservation in Desert Road, will I receive a refund?
Yes, most hotel room reservations are fully refundable as long as you cancel prior to the hotel's cancellation deadline, which in most cases is within 24 or 48 hours of your arrival date. If you have a reservation that's non-refundable, it might still be possible to cancel it and get a refund within a 24-hour period of booking. Filter your search by fully refundable to find flexible hotel deals in Desert Road.
Where can I learn more about changing or cancelling my trip to Desert Road?
For more information about changing or cancelling your trip to Desert Road, click here.
How is it to stay in Desert Road?
Visitors to Desert Road are sure to find plenty to explore and enjoy. There are 441 hotels and other accommodations in the surrounding area. Find out more about Desert Road.
What should I do while I'm visiting Desert Road?
A couple of favorite places to visit are Tongariro National Park and Tree Trunk Gorge. You'll also find Mount Tongariro and Whakapapa Ski Area in the area. Check out what more to see and do in Expedia's Desert Road guide.
What's the seasonal weather like in Desert Road?
The hottest months are usually January and February with an average temp of 45°F, while the coldest months are July and August with an average of 31°F. The rainiest months in Desert Road are September, October, July, and May, with each month seeing an average of 8 inches of rainfall.

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