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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 terrace with wooden furniture and a view of a mountain at sunset.

A modern building with a balcony overlooking a hilly landscape.

A bedroom with a large bed, a TV, and a view of the landscape.

1. Skotel Alpine Resort

Tongariro National Park

Elizabeth

S$62

includes taxes & fees

18 Oct - 19 Oct

A wooden lodge with a balcony, a covered patio, and a sign reading "Mountain Heights Lodge".

A wooden cabin with a hot tub, wooden walls, and a view of a grassy field through windows.

A sculpture of a tree in a landscaped area with a building in the background.

A spacious room with a large bed, a sofa, a TV on a wooden stand, and a view of the outdoors through large windows.

2. Mountain Heights Lodge

National Park Village

Handro

S$124

includes taxes & fees

30 Oct - 31 Oct

A covered pavilion with a stone base, surrounded by a snow-covered garden with rocks and various plants.

A hotel with red roofs, a covered outdoor area, and a view of a mountain range.

A cozy bar setting with a wood-burning stove, wooden furniture, and a sign reading "SPIRAL BAR".

A rooftop pool area with two hot tubs, surrounded by a wooden fence and various tropical plants.

3. The Park Hotel Ruapehu

National Park Village

S$104

includes taxes & fees

18 Oct - 19 Oct

A modern house with a covered porch, large windows, and a well-lit exterior at dusk.

An aerial view of a residential area with houses surrounded by dense trees and a river.

A bedroom with a bed, a nightstand, a window with blinds, and a bathroom with a towel rack.

A restaurant with wooden interiors, multiple dining tables, and hanging pendant lights.

4. Tongariro Lodge

Turangi

ian

S$184

includes taxes & fees

22 Oct - 23 Oct

A swimming pool with lounge chairs and a fenced deck area, surrounded by buildings with a simple architectural style.

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.

A dining table set with wine glasses, a bottle of wine, and a floral arrangement.

5. Turangi Leisure Lodge

Turangi

Libby

S$101

includes taxes & fees

18 Oct - 19 Oct

A modern outdoor seating area with a wooden deck, a white planter with a fern, and a glass door leading to a room.

A room with a glass door leading to a balcony with a sofa and cushions.

A restaurant with large windows overlooking a snowy mountain landscape.

A sign for Plateau Lodge with a stone border and a wooden signboard.

6. Plateau Lodge

National Park Village

David

S$94

includes taxes & fees

1 Nov - 2 Nov

A row of wooden decked cabins with outdoor seating, large windows, and a view of the surrounding greenery.

A reception area with a wooden desk, a fish wall, and various informational posters.

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.

A sign for Judges Pool Motel with a mailbox and a landscaped area with trees and grass.

7. Judges Pool Motel

Turangi

Nicola

S$122

includes taxes & fees

16 Oct - 17 Oct

A cozy lounge area with a stone fireplace, leather seating, and a mounted deer head above the mantel.

A row of white cabins with balconies, surrounded by well-maintained gardens and a clear blue sky.

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.

8. Turangi Bridge Motel

Turangi

Montana

S$108

includes taxes & fees

25 Oct - 26 Oct

A dining room with a wooden deck and picnic tables, a chimney, and a mountain backdrop.

A cozy living room with a wooden ceiling, a sofa, a TV, a fireplace, and a dining area with a table and chairs.

A hotel room with a large bed, a smaller bed, a desk, a lamp, and a wall with vertical wooden slats.

A cozy living room with two sofas, a small coffee table, and a TV screen displaying birds flying.

9. The Crossing Lodge

Erua

Sahil

S$37

includes taxes & fees

20 Oct - 21 Oct

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 wooden cabin-style room with a bed, two bedside tables, a desk, and a chair.

A resort with a swimming pool, red buildings, and surrounding greenery.

10. Parklands Motorlodge

Turangi

Rod

S$102

includes taxes & fees

17 Oct - 18 Oct

A wooden staircase leading to a door with "Powderhorn Chateau" carved above it.

A stone-walled indoor pool with a tiled floor, wooden benches, and a stone wall with a window.

A dining table set with various dishes, a candle, and a glass of red wine.

A wooden cabin room with a bed, a desk, and a chair.

11. Powderhorn Chateau

Ohakune

Hayley

S$241

includes taxes & fees

20 Oct - 21 Oct

A modern wooden building with large sliding glass doors, a covered patio area, and a wooden deck.

A door with a view of a backyard garden through a window.

A modern kitchen with a built-in oven, microwave, and gas stove.

A two-story house with a porch, surrounded by lush greenery and flowering plants.

12. Tongariro Crossing Lodge

National Park Village

Cole

S$186

includes taxes & fees

18 Oct - 19 Oct

A spacious room with a high ceiling, wooden beams, and large windows. There are multiple tables and chairs arranged for dining or meetings.

A building with a flat roof, a front entrance, and a signboard.

An outdoor patio area with blue plastic chairs and tables, string lights, and a wooden fence.

A kitchen with a central island, a refrigerator, and a sink.

13. Tongariro River Retreat - Hostel

Turangi

Tania

S$41

includes taxes & fees

26 Oct - 27 Oct

A spacious living area with a high ceiling, exposed wooden beams, a sofa set, armchairs, a coffee table, and a view of the outdoors.

A modern bedroom with a large bed, a wooden accent wall, a window with curtains, and a painting on the wall.

A blue building with a sign reading "Manowhenua Lodge" and an "Office" sign.

A reception area with a wooden counter, a white armchair, a table with brochures, and a poster advertising a bus crossing.

14. Manowhenua Lodge - Hostel

National Park Village

Cameron

S$93

includes taxes & fees

19 Oct - 20 Oct

A dining area with a wooden table and wicker chairs, a balcony with a view of the sea, and a leather sofa.

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.

A modern living room with a black leather sofa, wooden coffee table, and a large sliding glass door leading to a balcony.

15. Pukawa Villas (Formerly Oreti Village Resort)

Pukawa

Pedro

S$173

includes taxes & fees

22 Oct - 23 Oct

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 wooden deck with two hot tubs and a house in the background.

A bedroom with a large bed, a bedside table, and a window with a view of greenery.

A compact kitchen with a stove, oven, microwave, sink, and dishwasher.

16. The Peaks Motor Inn

Ohakune

Hayley

S$122

includes taxes & fees

27 Oct - 28 Oct

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 building with a red roof and a porch area with red chairs.

A hallway with a wooden floor, a trash bin, a desk, a refrigerator, and a door leading outside.

17. Alpine Chalets

National Park Village

Brayden

S$185

includes taxes & fees

12 Nov - 13 Nov

An outdoor seating area with a table and chairs, a sofa with cushions, and a view of the street.

A cafe with a chalkboard menu listing hot drinks and smoothies, a counter with a variety of beverages, and a seating area with tables and chairs.

A room with two beds, a bench, a desk, and a flower arrangement.

A hallway with a wooden floor, a white wardrobe, a white shelf unit, and a potted plant.

18. LKNZ Lodge & Cafe

Ohakune

Peter

S$74

includes taxes & fees

27 Oct - 28 Oct

A modern house with a large porch, outdoor seating, and a well-maintained garden.

A cozy living room with a stone fireplace, a comfortable sofa, and a large window offering a view of greenery.

A modern kitchen with a wooden countertop, a coffee machine, and a vase with flowers.

A modern house with large glass windows, surrounded by trees and a well-maintained lawn.

19. River Birches

Turangi

Maiwand

S$588

includes taxes & fees

30 Oct - 31 Oct

A Snowhaven serviced apartment building at night with illuminated windows and a signboard.

A snow-covered building with a sign advertising studio apartments, townhouses, and lodges.

A hallway with a wooden floor, a rug, and a staircase leading to a room with a red curtain.

A living room with a sofa, a dining table, chairs, a TV, and artwork on the wall.

20. Snowhaven

Ohakune

Amit

S$99

includes taxes & fees

15 Nov - 16 Nov

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Tree Trunk Gorge

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Top Desert Road Hotel Reviews

Pukawa Villas (Formerly Oreti Village Resort)

10/10 Excellent

"-"

The Park Hotel Ruapehu

8/10 Good

"Nice to stop and relax with a onsite bar and restaurant"

Turangi Leisure Lodge

10/10 Excellent

"Clean and spacious room well equipped with bathroom, kitchen, and open planned dining and living area. There is also a free spa pool and a mini golf course for the guests to enjoy. Close to the town centre and New World."

Skotel Alpine Resort

10/10 Excellent

"Great staff and stay."

LKNZ Lodge & Cafe

8/10 Good

"Great place if need a large accommodation for 7 people. Close to the centre of town."

Rocky Mountain Chalets

10/10 Excellent

"Great place to stay."

Tongariro Lodge

10/10 Excellent

"The lodge was nice and quiet. friendly staff and the manager was very helpful."

The Peaks Motor Inn

8/10 Good

"good location and easy late check in"

Plateau Lodge

8/10 Good

"They should"

More cheap stays in Desert Road

The Crossing Lodge

9 Erua Rd Erua Manawatu-Wanganui

S$37

20 Oct - 21 Oct

includes taxes & fees

Manowhenua Lodge - Hostel

35 Mackenzie St National Park Village Manawatu-Wanganui

S$93

19 Oct - 20 Oct

includes taxes & fees

9.4/10 Exceptional! (92 reviews)

Turangi Leisure Lodge

Ngawaka Place Turangi

S$101

18 Oct - 19 Oct

includes taxes & fees

9/10 Wonderful! (609 reviews)

The Turoa Lodge Ohakune

The Turoa Lodge Ohakune Ohakune

S$101

16 Oct - 17 Oct

includes taxes & fees

Snowman Lodge

68 Clyde St Ohakune Manawatu-Wanganui

S$106

18 Oct - 19 Oct

includes taxes & fees

Alpine Motel

7 Miro Street Ohakune

S$151

16 Oct - 17 Oct

includes taxes & fees

7.8/10 Good! (104 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 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, 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 390 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.

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Desert Road Hotels from S$37

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Our top choices for Desert Road hotels

1. Skotel Alpine Resort

2. Mountain Heights Lodge

3. The Park Hotel Ruapehu

4. Tongariro Lodge

5. Turangi Leisure Lodge

6. Plateau Lodge

7. Judges Pool Motel

8. Turangi Bridge Motel

9. The Crossing Lodge

10. Parklands Motorlodge

11. Powderhorn Chateau

12. Tongariro Crossing Lodge

13. Tongariro River Retreat - Hostel

14. Manowhenua Lodge - Hostel

15. Pukawa Villas (Formerly Oreti Village Resort)

16. The Peaks Motor Inn

17. Alpine Chalets

18. LKNZ Lodge & Cafe

19. River Birches

20. Snowhaven

Stay near popular Desert Road attractions

Tree Trunk Gorge

Top Desert Road Hotel Reviews

Pukawa Villas (Formerly Oreti Village Resort)

The Park Hotel Ruapehu

Turangi Leisure Lodge

Skotel Alpine Resort

LKNZ Lodge & Cafe

Rocky Mountain Chalets

Tongariro Lodge

The Peaks Motor Inn

Plateau Lodge

More cheap stays in Desert Road

The Crossing Lodge

Manowhenua Lodge - Hostel

Turangi Leisure Lodge

The Turoa Lodge Ohakune

Snowman Lodge

Alpine Motel

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