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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, (180)
"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 ฿2,731
฿3,141 total
includes taxes & fees
23 Dec - 24 Dec
Mountain Heights Lodge
Lounge
Skotel Alpine Resort

Skotel Alpine Resort

Skotel Alpine Resort
3.5 star property
Tongariro National Park
8.4 out of 10, Very good, (808)
"Great location to the National park trails. "
United States
Rebecca
The price is ฿1,709
฿1,965 total
includes taxes & fees
23 Dec - 24 Dec
Skotel Alpine Resort
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 ฿996
฿1,146 total
includes taxes & fees
23 Dec - 24 Dec
The Crossing Lodge and Backpackers
Exterior
Plateau Lodge

Plateau Lodge

Plateau Lodge
3.0 star property
National Park Village
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (341)
"Everyone was delightful "
United States
Drew
The price is ฿2,280
฿2,622 total
includes taxes & fees
23 Dec - 24 Dec
Plateau Lodge
Seasonal outdoor pool
Turangi Leisure Lodge

Turangi Leisure Lodge

Turangi Leisure Lodge
2.5 star property
Turangi
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (495)
"Good place to stay after a long drive"
Australia
Campbell
The price is ฿3,915
฿4,502 total
includes taxes & fees
31 Dec - 1 Jan 2026
Turangi Leisure Lodge
Reception
The Park Hotel Ruapehu

The Park Hotel Ruapehu

The Park Hotel Ruapehu
3.0 star property
National Park Village
8.2 out of 10, Very good, (1001)
"Very welcoming, Room was spacious and clean. Immense views all around and the food was amazing. Enjoyed our stay 😀 "
United Kingdom
Stefanie
The price is ฿2,752
฿3,164 total
includes taxes & fees
23 Dec - 24 Dec
The Park Hotel Ruapehu
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, (274)
"Great stay for a shuttle to Tongariro Alpine Trail! Dutchy was a wonderful shuttle driver for an early morning excursion, and you’ll get a bonus mini-tour from him on the way. :) s welcoming as coming home, peaceful and quiet location, shops and restaurants within walking distance. Places close early so plan accordingly! To fellow hikers, you can do it if I could. Happy trails!"
United States
Kristi
The price is ฿1,660
฿1,909 total
includes taxes & fees
20 Jan - 21 Jan 2026
Adventure Lodge & Motel
Exterior
Snowman Lodge

Snowman Lodge

Snowman Lodge
2.0 star property
Ohakune
8.0 out of 10, Very good, (90)
"Super easy to find, clean room, great food options around"
Australia
Nicole
The price is ฿1,496
฿1,721 total
includes taxes & fees
22 Dec - 23 Dec
Snowman Lodge
Interior
Turangi Bridge Motel

Turangi Bridge Motel

Turangi Bridge Motel
3.5 star property
Turangi
8.4 out of 10, Very good, (535)
"Cute clean hotel with excellent bathroom and kitchen items. "
United States
Grant
The price is ฿2,561
฿2,946 total
includes taxes & fees
16 Jan - 17 Jan 2026
Turangi Bridge Motel
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 ฿3,994
฿4,593 total
includes taxes & fees
22 Dec - 23 Dec
Rocky Mountain Chalets
Café
LKNZ Lodge & Cafe

LKNZ Lodge & Cafe

LKNZ Lodge & Cafe
3.5 star property
Ohakune
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (77)
"Great location! Room and bathrooms were clean and all the amenities were available. Staff were friendly."
Australia
Shenjia
The price is ฿1,423
฿1,637 total
includes taxes & fees
22 Dec - 23 Dec
LKNZ Lodge & Cafe
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 ฿1,572
฿2,333 total
includes taxes & fees
22 Dec - 23 Dec
The Hobbit Motorlodge
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 ฿3,210
฿3,692 total
includes taxes & fees
19 Jan - 20 Jan 2026
Motuoapa Bay Chalets
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 ฿5,487
฿6,311 total
includes taxes & fees
22 Dec - 23 Dec
Powderhorn Chateau
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 ฿2,632
฿3,027 total
includes taxes & fees
22 Dec - 23 Dec
Snowhaven
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 ฿5,646
฿6,493 total
includes taxes & fees
5 Jan - 6 Jan 2026
Tongariro Lodge
Interior entrance
The Peaks Motor Inn

The Peaks Motor Inn

The Peaks Motor Inn
4.0 star property
Ohakune
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (252)
"The room was very clean and comfortable. The staff who checked us in and out was very courteous. A very pleasant stay! A highlight was meeting the friendly neighborhood cat."
United States
Gwen
The price is ฿2,972
฿3,417 total
includes taxes & fees
22 Dec - 23 Dec
The Peaks Motor Inn
Coffee/tea maker, electric kettle
Judges Pool Motel

Judges Pool Motel

Judges Pool Motel
3.5 star property
Turangi
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (531)
"Cleanliness and amenities great. Proximity to town walkable "
Australia
Tim
The price is ฿2,752
฿3,164 total
includes taxes & fees
22 Dec - 23 Dec
Judges Pool Motel
Lobby lounge
Pipers Lodge

Pipers Lodge

Pipers Lodge
3.0 star property
National Park Village
8.4 out of 10, Very good, (140)
"It was close to where we wanted to go during our stay."
Australia
Christian
The price is ฿2,044
฿2,351 total
includes taxes & fees
22 Dec - 23 Dec
Pipers Lodge
Family Room - Prepaid | Iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets
Ohakune Court Motel

Ohakune Court Motel

Ohakune Court Motel
3.0 star property
Ohakune
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (219)
"Good place to stay "
Australia
Manoj
The price is ฿2,406
฿2,767 total
includes taxes & fees
22 Dec - 23 Dec
Ohakune Court Motel
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Tree Trunk Gorge

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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 ฿996 per night from 23 Dec to 24 Dec
฿996
฿1,146 total
23 Dec - 24 Dec
includes taxes & fees
8/10 Very Good! (31 reviews)

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 traveller 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.
If I need to cancel my hotel reservation in Desert Road, will I receive a refund?
Yes, you'll find most hotel reservations are fully refundable as long as you cancel prior to the hotel's cancellation deadline, which often is within 24-48 hours of check in. If you booked a non-refundable reservation, you might be able 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.
What's it like staying in Desert Road?
Visitors to Desert Road will definitely find plenty to explore and enjoy. There are 437 hotels and other accommodation options in the surrounding area. Find out more about Desert Road.
What should I see while I'm in Desert Road?
A couple of favourite places to visit are Tongariro National Park and Tree Trunk Gorge. You'll also find Mount Tongariro and Whakapapa Ski Area in the area. Take a look at what more there is 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 temperature of 7°C, while the coldest months are July and August, with an average of -1°C. The rainiest months in Desert Road are September, October, July and May, with each month seeing an average of 198 mm of rainfall.