Guests gather around the lodge's welcoming firepit for peaceful evenings or book rejuvenating spa treatments while enjoying hospitality that feels genuinely homey
Snowman Lodge creates a peaceful retreat with its daily manager's reception and inviting firepit. Travelers can book Thai massages to ease tired muscles, wander through the garden's quiet paths, or visit the café for a fresh cup of coffee.
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Standard Double Room, Shared Bathroom
8.68.6 out of 10
Excellent
7 reviews
(7 reviews)
Highlights
Air conditioning
Heating
Daily housekeeping
1 bedroom
Sleeps 2
1 Double Bed
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Superior Suite
7.07.0 out of 10
Good
2 reviews
(2 reviews)
Highlights
Air conditioning
Heating
Separate bedroom
Private bathroom
Daily housekeeping
1 bedroom
Sleeps 4
1 Queen Bed and 1 Twin Bunk Bed
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Standard Twin Room, Shared Bathroom
Highlights
Air conditioning
Heating
Separate bedroom
Daily housekeeping
1 bedroom
Sleeps 2
2 Twin Beds
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Signature Cabin
9.49.4 out of 10
Exceptional
3 reviews
(3 reviews)
Highlights
Balcony or patio
Yard
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Heating
Separate bedroom
Private bathroom
20 sq m
1 bedroom
Sleeps 2
1 Queen Bed
About the neighborhood
Ohakune is home to Snowman Lodge. Kawana Flour Mill and St Joseph's Church are local landmarks, and the area's natural beauty can be seen at Tongariro National Park and Ohakune Old Coach Road. Take an opportunity to explore the area for outdoor excitement like hiking/biking trails and other activities like skiing. Visit our Ohakune travel guide
You can look forward to a free daily manager's reception, a terrace, and a firepit at Snowman Lodge. Treat yourself to a massage or other spa services. Stay connected with free in-room WiFi, and guests can find other amenities such as a coffee shop/cafe and a garden.
You'll also enjoy the following perks during your stay:
Free self parking
Express check-out, express check-in, and a TV in the lobby
Luggage storage, tour/ticket assistance, and smoke-free premises
Room features
All guestrooms at Snowman Lodge have comforts such as air conditioning, as well as amenities like free WiFi.
Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; Check-in end time: 9:00 PM
Contactless check-in available
Express check-in available
Minimum check-in age: 15
Check-out
Check-out before 10:00 AM
Contactless check-out available
Late check-out subject to availability
Late check-out fee: NZD 20
Express check-out available
Special check-in instructions
The property charges 3 percent for credit card payments
The front desk is open daily from 7:00 AM - 9:00 PM
Front desk staffed during limited hours
If you are planning to arrive after 8:30 PM please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools
Access methods
Front desk (limited hours)
Pets
Pets not allowed
Children and extra beds
Children are welcome
Rollaway/extra beds are not available
Cribs (infant beds) are not available
Property payment types
Important information
Optional extras
Late check-out fee: NZD 20 (subject to availability)
Credit card charges are subject to a surcharge of 3 percent
The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may not include tax and are subject to change.
You need to know
Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card, or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
The name on the credit card used at check-in to pay for incidentals must be the primary name on the guestroom reservation
This property accepts credit cards; cash is not accepted
Cashless transactions are available
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and a smoke detector
We should mention
Only registered guests are allowed in the guestrooms
National rating
Property class, provided by our rating system, is based on property type, amenities, and services.
Property is also known as
Snowman Lodge Ohakune
Snowman Lodge Guesthouse
Snowman Lodge Guesthouse Ohakune
Frequently asked questions
Is Snowman Lodge pet-friendly?
No, pets are not allowed at this property.
How much does it cost to stay at Snowman Lodge?
As of 6 March 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Snowman Lodge on 9 March 2026 start from AED 191, excluding taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.
How much is parking?
Self parking is free at this property.
What time is check-in at Snowman Lodge?
Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; Check-in end time: 9:00 PM.
What time is check-out at Snowman Lodge?
Check-out is at 10:00 AM. Late check-out is available for NZD 20 (subject to availability).
Where is Snowman Lodge located?
Situated in Ohakune, this guesthouse is within a 10-minute walk of Ohakune i-SITE Visitor Information Centre and Big Carrot. Ohakune Disc Golf and Mountain Bike Station are also within 2 mi (3 km).
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Reviews
Snowman Lodge Reviews
8.0
Very Good
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snowman lodge was fanrastic! the staff is nice, room is beautiful, kitchen is clean and big. and so close from the mountain. so glad i stayed here. thank you!
Loved our night in a cabin. So snug and well appointed. A very unique and comfortable stay - we will be back.
Claire
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2024
10/10 Excellent
Minkyung
28 July 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, room comfort
Amazing:)
It was very comfortable and the staff were very friendly. However, the water pressure in the bathroom is too weak. Other than that, it was very amazing.
We had a one night stay at this motel. The room was very comfortable and warm. It was just a shame there was no kettle or tea and coffee in the room. A bit of a pain having to walk around to the shared kitchen every time you wanted a drink.
There was ample free parking and the room was quiet.
The motel was pretty much in the centre of town and very walkable to everywhere.
Very clean and very new. However, very small and doesn’t have essentials like a wardrobe to hang up your clothes. Basically living in a cabin but paying motel-hotel kind of prices.
Booked a cabin with kitchenette and bathroom. It was as shown on the website and described by others - very small but fine for an overnight stay and reflected in the price paid.
The location is excellent, easy to walk around the town from there. The cabin was at the back of the property so no road noise overnight.
We booked a hot tub but that was a very disappointing experience - the water was warm not hot and describing them as part of a day spa oversells what you get in reality - outdoor, some screening but a path used by guests right beside it and able to see in. Not recommended.
Great onsite restaurant, enjoyed a couple of small plates there.
Sarah
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025
8/10 Good
Anthony
4 January 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Great value. Occupants of other rooms a bit noisy. No hot water in kitchen.
Anthony
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2024
6/10 Okay
Robert
30 December 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, room comfort
Pros and Cons - clean and convenient
Clean, tidy and comfortable enough for a short stay, and very convenient to everything.
However at the price I would expect the ensuite room to have its own fridge, jug and tea & coffee, but it did not have any of these.
These were available in the shared access kitchen, dining, lounge area, but a single refrigerator for many rooms & people is never going to work well.
As the place also has hostel / backpacker style shared accommodation, you can’t leave your own milk, bread, butter, or drinks in a shared fridge or cupboard and expect them to be left unused by others.
Room was one of the cabins. Basically a metal box that a room was made of. No closet. No place to hang anything up. Heater small for room and took a while to heat the space.
The hotel is in a great location. Walkable to many restaurants.
Joseph
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2026
8/10 Good
Vernon
13 October 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Staff were very helpful with parking motorbike in safe place
Room was right on road front - noisy
Good if you book the cabin and not the backpacker rooms
Alexander
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025
4/10 Poor
Peter
31 December 2025
Disliked: Cleanliness
Nothing like the photos on Expedia , seems to be just converted shipping containers put out the back . .prob ok for one night for some people . Overpriced for what it is .