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A cozy room with a leather sofa, patterned armchairs, and a glass coffee table. A large window offers a view of a mountain.
A modern building with a balcony overlooking a hilly landscape.
A hot tub in a wooden cabin with large windows offering a view of the surrounding landscape.
A bedroom with a large bed, a TV, and a view of the landscape.

1. Skotel Alpine Resort

Skotel Alpine Resort
Tongariro National Park
Australia
Stefanie
₩71,997
₩82,797 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 11 - Oct 12
Skotel Alpine Resort
A dining room with a wooden deck and picnic tables, a chimney, and a mountain backdrop.
A cozy living room with two sofas, a small coffee table, and a TV screen displaying birds flying.
A cozy living room with a wooden ceiling, a sofa, a TV, a fireplace, and a dining area with a table and chairs.
A white SUV parked at an electric vehicle charging station.

2. The Crossing Lodge

The Crossing Lodge
Erua
Australia
Sahil
₩37,711
₩43,368 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 5 - Oct 6
The Crossing Lodge
A wooden lodge with a balcony, a covered patio, and a sign reading "Mountain Heights Lodge".
A spacious room with a large bed, a sofa, a TV on a wooden stand, and a view of the outdoors through large windows.
A wooden deck with a table and two chairs, overlooking a natural landscape with hills and trees.
A sculpture of a tree in a landscaped area with a building in the background.

3. Mountain Heights Lodge

Mountain Heights Lodge
National Park Village
Australia
Handro
₩101,355
₩116,561 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 11 - Oct 12
Mountain Heights Lodge
A covered pavilion with a stone base, surrounded by a snow-covered garden with rocks and various plants.
A restaurant with wooden beams, tables, and chairs. There are windows and an exit sign.
A rooftop pool area with two hot tubs, surrounded by a wooden fence and various tropical plants.
A cozy bar setting with a wood-burning stove, wooden furniture, and a sign reading "SPIRAL BAR".

4. The Park Hotel Ruapehu

The Park Hotel Ruapehu
National Park Village
Australia
Harley
₩102,682
₩118,084 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 4 - Oct 5
The Park Hotel Ruapehu
A neatly made bed with white linens and two pillows, flanked by two bedside tables with lamps, in a room with wooden walls and a window with curtains.
A wooden cabin room with a bed, a desk, and a chair.
A wooden staircase leading to a door with "Powderhorn Chateau" carved above it.
A cozy interior with a bar area, leather seating, and a fireplace.

5. Powderhorn Chateau

Powderhorn Chateau
Ohakune
Australia
Rhys
₩231,863
₩266,643 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 3 - Oct 4
Powderhorn Chateau
A modern house with a covered porch, large windows, and a well-lit exterior at dusk.
A paved road flanked by trees and a signpost in a wooded area.
A bedroom with a bed, a nightstand, a window with blinds, and a bathroom with a towel rack.
An aerial view of a residential area with houses surrounded by dense trees and a river.

6. Tongariro Lodge

Tongariro Lodge
Turangi
New Zealand
Nokuthaba
₩178,270
₩205,010 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 4 - Oct 5
Tongariro Lodge
A swimming pool with lounge chairs and a fenced deck area, surrounded by buildings with a simple architectural style.
A hotel room with a large bed, a wooden headboard, a red leather sofa, a wooden coffee table, and a dining area with a table and chairs.
A compact kitchen with modern appliances, a dining area with wooden chairs, and a television in the living space.
A compact kitchen with a sink, stove, and refrigerator, featuring a fire action notice on the wall.

7. Turangi Leisure Lodge

Turangi Leisure Lodge
Turangi
Australia
Libby
₩89,532
₩102,962 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 6 - Oct 7
Turangi Leisure Lodge
An outdoor dining area with tables and chairs, umbrellas, and a view of parked cars and greenery.
A hotel room with a bed, a dining table, and a kitchenette.
A resort with a swimming pool, red buildings, and surrounding greenery.
A compact kitchen with a microwave, toaster, and small refrigerator.

8. Parklands Motorlodge

Parklands Motorlodge
Turangi
Australia
Rod
₩69,758
₩80,222 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 4 - Oct 5
Parklands Motorlodge
A modern building with a sloped roof and large windows.
A row of wooden benches with black tops, a yellow caution sign, and a door leading outside.
A modern kitchen with a central island, stainless steel appliances, and a chandelier.
A wooden sign with the text "ROCKY MOUNTAIN CHALLENGES" partially covered in snow.

9. Rocky Mountain Chalets

Rocky Mountain Chalets
Ohakune
Australia
Melissa
₩169,591
₩195,030 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 25 - Oct 26
Rocky Mountain Chalets
A modern outdoor seating area with a wooden deck, a white planter with a fern, and a glass door leading to a room.
A sunlit patio with a seating area, a large window, and indoor plants.
A sign for Plateau Lodge with a stone border and a wooden signboard.
A restaurant with large windows overlooking a snowy mountain landscape.

10. Plateau Lodge

Plateau Lodge
National Park Village
Australia
David
₩82,159
₩94,483 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 16 - Oct 17
Plateau Lodge
A cozy lounge area with a stone fireplace, leather seating, and a mounted deer head above the mantel.
A bar area with wooden stools, a stone fireplace, and a mounted animal head.
An outdoor patio with wooden tables and benches, a wooden fence, and a building with windows and a green roof.
A house with a covered porch and a well-maintained lawn.

11. Turangi Bridge Motel

Turangi Bridge Motel
Turangi
United States
Montana
₩107,914
₩124,103 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 4 - Oct 5
Turangi Bridge Motel
A dining area with a wooden table and wicker chairs, a balcony with a view of the sea, and a leather sofa.
A room with two beds, a window, a lamp, and a wall art piece.
A spacious living area with a wooden dining table and chairs, a sofa, and a coffee table with a vase. There are large windows providing natural light and views of the outdoors.
A rocky shoreline with calm water and a distant hill.

12. Pukawa Villas (Formerly Oreti Village Resort)

Pukawa Villas (Formerly Oreti Village Resort)
Pukawa
Australia
Chloe
₩150,515
₩173,092 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 3 - Oct 4
Pukawa Villas (Formerly Oreti Village Resort)
A multi-story building with a red roof, balconies, and a sign indicating it is an Alpine Chalet.
A hotel room with a bed, a chair, and a balcony with a mountain view.
A view from a window of a mountain landscape with a clear sky.
A hallway with a wooden floor, a trash bin, a desk, a refrigerator, and a door leading outside.

13. Alpine Chalets

Alpine Chalets
National Park Village
Australia
Brayden
₩181,698
₩208,953 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 3 - Oct 4
Alpine Chalets
A rustic wooden structure with a sign, surrounded by a gravel path and stone border, leading into a forested area.
A wooden sauna structure with a bench inside, surrounded by greenery.
A modern, compact building with a wooden exterior, large windows, and a small outdoor seating area with steps leading to the entrance.
A kitchen with a large window, a bowl of fruit on the counter, and a stove.

14. The Grove Turangi

The Grove Turangi
Turangi
Australia
Brendon
₩115,070
₩198,040 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 12 - Oct 13
The Grove Turangi
A modern house with a large porch, outdoor seating, and a well-maintained garden.
A modern kitchen with a wooden countertop, a coffee machine, and a vase with flowers.
A cozy living room with a stone fireplace, a comfortable sofa, and a large window offering a view of greenery.
A bedroom with a large bed, a chair, and a view of a lush forest through large windows.

15. River Birches

River Birches
Turangi
Australia
Maiwand
₩583,491
₩671,015 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 3 - Oct 4
River Birches
A modern wooden building with large sliding glass doors, a covered patio area, and a wooden deck.
A two-story house with a porch, surrounded by lush greenery and flowering plants.
A door with a view of a backyard garden through a window.
A snow-covered porch with a wooden railing and potted plants.

16. Tongariro Crossing Lodge

Tongariro Crossing Lodge
National Park Village
Australia
KJ
₩166,873
₩191,907 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 8 - Oct 9
Tongariro Crossing Lodge
A row of wooden decked cabins with outdoor seating, large windows, and a view of the surrounding greenery.
A building labeled "OFFICE" with a paved entrance, potted plants, and a bench.
A sign for Judges Pool Motel with a mailbox and a landscaped area with trees and grass.
A hotel room with a red bed, a black leather sofa, a small round table, a TV mounted on the wall, and a kitchenette area.

17. Judges Pool Motel

Judges Pool Motel
Turangi
Australia
Nicola
₩119,244
₩137,131 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 3 - Oct 4
Judges Pool Motel
A hotel named "The Peaks Motor Inn" with a sign listing amenities like studio and family units, spa pools, sauna & gym, wireless internet, and a conference room.
A compact kitchen with a stove and sink, a dining area with four chairs, and a door leading to another room.
A wooden deck with two hot tubs and a house in the background.
A landscaped area with a sign for The Peaks Motor Inn in Ohakune.

18. The Peaks Motor Inn

The Peaks Motor Inn
Ohakune
Australia
James
₩125,206
₩143,987 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 25 - Oct 26
The Peaks Motor Inn
A black sports car parked in front of a building with large windows and a garage door.
A building labeled "Ruapehu Mountain Motel & Lodge" with a covered entrance, a staircase, and a snow-covered ground.
A family in a small, round, blue pool with wooden walls.
A compact kitchen with a stove, oven, sink, and a microwave.

19. Ruapehu Mountain Motel & Lodge

Ruapehu Mountain Motel & Lodge
Ohakune
Australia
Jessica
₩91,973
₩105,769 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 30 - Oct 31
Ruapehu Mountain Motel & Lodge
A view of a mountain with a chair and plants in the foreground.
A Whakapapa Suite with a large window, a pond in front, and a garden with various plants.
A garden with a mountain in the background, a wicker chair, and various plants.
A house with a pond in front, surrounded by tall grass and trees.

20. Tongariro Suites at The Rocks

Tongariro Suites at The Rocks
Horopito
Netherlands
Beatrijs
₩245,941
₩282,832 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 17 - Oct 18
Tongariro Suites at The Rocks
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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

Skotel Alpine Resort

Skotel Alpine Resort

8/10 Good
"Property is kept very clean. Shared kitchen was very clean but showers had mildew/mold on the ceilings. Walls are very thin and you can hear plumbing from rooms next to you"
Katelyn 4-night trip
Posted 2 days ago
Skotel Alpine Resort
Pukawa Villas (Formerly Oreti Village Resort)

Pukawa Villas (Formerly Oreti Village Resort)

10/10 Excellent
"I'm hesitant to share this gem but they deserve it! Amazing views, super tranquil, tidy accomm with a natural design to suite the surrounding native vegitation and super helpful hosts."
Charles 3-night trip
Posted 3 days ago
Pukawa Villas (Formerly Oreti Village Resort)
Mountain Heights Lodge

Mountain Heights Lodge

8/10 Good
"Great base for whakapaka activities. Very cozy and quiet. Clean and comfortable"
Lynette 2-night trip
Posted 4 days ago
Mountain Heights Lodge
The Park Hotel Ruapehu

The Park Hotel Ruapehu

10/10 Excellent
"Very good experience from A to Z."
Elizabeth 2-night trip
Posted 5 days ago
The Park Hotel Ruapehu
Tongariro River Retreat - Hostel

Tongariro River Retreat - Hostel

8/10 Good
"The staff were very helpful. The bed was comfortable and the room tidy. The location was great, right in Turangi township and close to a lot of great activities."
Tania 1-night trip
Posted 2 weeks ago
Tongariro River Retreat - Hostel
The Hobbit Motorlodge

The Hobbit Motorlodge

10/10 Excellent
"Good location"
Xianhan 2-night trip
Posted 3 weeks ago
The Hobbit Motorlodge
Plateau Lodge

Plateau Lodge

10/10 Excellent
"The room had everything I needed."
anthony 4-night trip
Posted 3 weeks ago
Plateau Lodge
Parklands Motorlodge

Parklands Motorlodge

8/10 Good
"Lovely location to stay, helpful and friendly staff, and an excellent restaurant."
Rod 1-night trip
Posted 3 weeks ago
Parklands Motorlodge
The Crossing Lodge

The Crossing Lodge

8/10 Good
"Was good over all but no fan heater was too hot too much silent in rooms so if some one walking laughing it really disturbed. For groups it was great ."
Aman 2-night trip
Posted 1 month ago
The Crossing Lodge

More cheap stays in Desert Road

The Crossing Lodge

The Crossing Lodge

9 Erua Rd Erua Manawatu-Wanganui
₩37,711
₩43,368 total
Oct 5 - Oct 6
includes taxes & fees
8/10 Very Good! (59 reviews)
The Crossing Lodge
Snowman Lodge

Snowman Lodge

68 Clyde St Ohakune Manawatu-Wanganui
₩68,698
₩79,003 total
Oct 4 - Oct 5
includes taxes & fees
8/10 Very Good! (100 reviews)
Snowman Lodge
Turangi Leisure Lodge

Turangi Leisure Lodge

Ngawaka Place Turangi
₩89,532
₩102,962 total
Oct 6 - Oct 7
includes taxes & fees
9/10 Wonderful! (607 reviews)
Turangi Leisure Lodge
Manowhenua Lodge - Hostel

Manowhenua Lodge - Hostel

35 Mackenzie St National Park Village Manawatu-Wanganui
₩94,600
₩108,790 total
Oct 4 - Oct 5
includes taxes & fees
9.4/10 Exceptional! (92 reviews)
Manowhenua Lodge - Hostel
The Turoa Lodge Ohakune

The Turoa Lodge Ohakune

The Turoa Lodge Ohakune Ohakune
₩99,370
₩114,276 total
Oct 4 - Oct 5
includes taxes & fees
The Turoa Lodge Ohakune
Alpine Motel

Alpine Motel

7 Miro Street Ohakune
₩139,104
₩159,971 total
Oct 6 - Oct 7
includes taxes & fees
7.8/10 Good! (104 reviews)
Alpine Motel

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 Skotel Alpine Resort and Mountain Heights Lodge. 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, 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?
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How is it to stay in Desert Road?
Visitors to Desert Road are sure to find plenty to explore and enjoy. There are 390 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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