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Situated only 4 minutes’ walk from central Ohakune, The Central Motel & Lodge features an outdoor hot tub. All studios and apartments include self-catering facilities and electric blankets.

All accommodation is heated and features a private bathroom, refrigerator and TV. Wi-Fi access is available. It felt very clean and safe. All well looked after and shower was great. Had a nice view to the mountain 👍

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9.4
Superb
133 reviews
Price from
US$137
per night

Situated in the heart of Tongariro National Park, Skotel Alpine Resort offers a restaurant, a hot tub and a terrace bar with a fireplace. Most accommodations boast stunning mountain or region views.

The highest hotel in New Zealand, Skotel Alpine is 10 minutes’ drive from the Whakapapa Ski Fields. Tongariro Alpine Crossing is 20 minutes’ drive away. Amazing place, sunset views, free sauna and very functional kitchen

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8
Very good
2,100 reviews
Price from
US$63
per night

Tui Oaks Motel offers free Wi-Fi and is just 5 minutes’ walk from Taupo town centre. All accommodation includes satellite TV, and most have panoramic Lake Taupo views.

Each room and apartment at Tui Oaks Motel Taupo includes heating, tea/coffee making facilities and an en suite bathroom. Apartments with a fully equipped kitchen are available. Staff was friendly and helpful.

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8.3
Very good
1,357 reviews
Price from
US$98
per night

Located in the Tongariro National Park, The Park Hotel Ruapehu offers affordable accommodation in a stunning alpine setting. Guests are provided with free parking and 500MB of free WiFi.

The Ruapehu Park Hotel is at the foot of a large ski field and volcano at Mt Ruapehu. It is surrounded by two other famous mountains Ngauruhoe and Tongariro. It was close to Tongariro walks and the bed was very good. Our bathroom was also very spacious

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8
Very good
1,546 reviews
Price from
US$101
per night

Located in National Park in the Manawatu region, Pukenui Lodge provides accommodation with free WiFi and free private parking.

The lodge offers a sun terrace.

After a day of hiking, skiing or fishing, guests can relax in the garden or in the shared lounge area. we love this place, nice beds, friendly staff, love the communcal area as it is spacious and kitchen well equipped. Owner knows so much about the region and the location if perfect for all outings in and around tongariro area.

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8.1
Very good
321 reviews
Price from
US$61
per night

Offering a garden and garden view, Barrington House Taupo is situated in Taupo, 37 km from Orakei Korako - The Hidden Valley and 1.3 km from Great Lake Convention Centre. This 3-star homestay offers full-day security and luggage storage space. The property is non-smoking and is set 37 km from Orakei Korako Cave and Thermal Park. The location is great. Close to town Clean rooms Lovely staff

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8.7
Fabulous
134 reviews
Price from
US$107
per night

Located next to McDonald's and only a 1-minute walk from the Ongarue River, shops and restuarants, Kelly's Motel offers rooms with a fully equipped kitchen. Free WiFi is available throughout the property. everything was up to expectation

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8.2
Very good
469 reviews
Price from
US$93
per night

Situated in a quiet location off the main highway in National Park Village, Adventure Lodge and Motel is family-run accommodation offering free unlimited Wi-Fi access and a comfortable guest lounge with satellite TV and an open fireplace. Location was great! Great price!

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8.6
Fabulous
858 reviews
Price from
US$70
per night

Featuring private hot mineral pools that are free and exclusive for guests, Rainbow Motel & Hot Pools offers spacious self-catering units with central heating, fully equipped kitchens and TVs with DVD player and satellite channels. Free WiFi is available. This motel is very charming and I quite enjoyed the thermal tubs after hiking Tongariro

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8
Very good
615 reviews
Price from
US$87
per night

Mountain View Motel offers modern, self-contained accommodation with 50+ SKY TV channels, free unlimited Wi-Fi, complimentary on-site parking, and a barbecue area with outdoor seating.

Conveniently located just 300 metres from the lakefront, 150 metres from Kaimanawa Reserve, and only 900 metres from Taupō’s town centre, the motel is the perfect base for your stay. Tauhara Golf Course and the popular Spa Thermal Park are a short 5-minute drive away, while Huka Falls and Taupō Airport can be reached in just 10 minutes. Location was great for the lake. Very clean and comfortable. Great value

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8
Very good
689 reviews
Price from
US$83
per night

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