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Our top choices for Desert Road vacation rentals

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Motuoapa Bay Chalets

Motuoapa Bay Chalets
3.5 star property
Motuoapa
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (89 reviews)
"Nice cabin, very clean. "
Australia
Danielle
The price is ￥13,320
￥15,423 total
includes taxes & fees
Mar 11 - Mar 12
Motuoapa Bay Chalets
Front of property

The Grove Turangi

The Grove Turangi
3.5 star property
Turangi
10.0 out of 10, Exceptional, (1 review)
"The Grove Turangi accommodation was lovely, easy to reach and very clean. There was parking right in front of the place. Check-in was super easy and straightforward with clear instructions. The hosts were very friendly. As an extra bonus, there was a sauna, which we really enjoyed. All in all, it was a very nice stay and we definitely recommend it! "
Germany
Daniel
The price is ￥12,656
￥22,663 total
includes taxes & fees
Mar 11 - Mar 12
The Grove Turangi
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Rocky Mountain Chalets

Rocky Mountain Chalets
3.5 star property
Ohakune
9.8 out of 10, Exceptional, (96 reviews)
"Loved it - easy place to stay and great facilities. "
Australia
Susan
The price is ￥20,128
￥23,209 total
includes taxes & fees
Feb 27 - Feb 28
Rocky Mountain Chalets
Property grounds

Cozy Cottage w/ Wood Fired Hot Tub. Pet Friendly.

Cozy Cottage w/ Wood Fired Hot Tub. Pet Friendly.
Raurimu
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (153 reviews)
"Great location, easy drive upto the ski field. We enjoyed our stay"
New Zealand
Rory M.
The price is ￥18,412
￥40,609 total
includes taxes & fees
Mar 8 - Mar 9
Cozy Cottage w/ Wood Fired Hot Tub. Pet Friendly.
Front of property

Alpine Chalets

Alpine Chalets
3.0 star property
National Park Village
8.0 out of 10, Very Good, (99 reviews)
"We’ve had the best time at Alpine Chalets. Amazing hospitality from the staff, the rooms are clean, tidy and very modern. The views were spectacular of the mountains! Highly recommend, will definitely be back :)"
Australia
Marisa
The price is ￥23,248
￥26,735 total
includes taxes & fees
Mar 22 - Mar 23
Alpine Chalets
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Gorgeous Log Cabin, Outdoor Bath & Mountain Views

Gorgeous Log Cabin, Outdoor Bath & Mountain Views
Ohakune
9.8 out of 10, Exceptional, (30 reviews)
"Perfect for our stay and conveniently located "
New Zealand
Dave S.
The price is ￥32,547
￥42,079 total
includes taxes & fees
Mar 3 - Mar 4
Gorgeous Log Cabin, Outdoor Bath & Mountain Views
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Great place to stay for large groups or families

Great place to stay for large groups or families
Horopito
8.0 out of 10, Very Good, (95 reviews)
"Very nice place to stay!"
New Zealand
Lucas H.
The price is ￥25,108
￥31,850 total
includes taxes & fees
Mar 2 - Mar 3
Great place to stay for large groups or families
Smart TV, fireplace, video games, DVD player

Tongariro Manuka House, National Park, Mt Ruapehu.

Tongariro Manuka House, National Park, Mt Ruapehu.
National Park
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (29 reviews)
"It is a great place and very close to snow"
New Zealand
sasanka h.
The price is ￥25,945
￥47,971 total
includes taxes & fees
Feb 27 - Feb 28
Tongariro Manuka House, National Park, Mt Ruapehu.
Dining

Cosy cottage with fantastic views of Ruapehu

Cosy cottage with fantastic views of Ruapehu
National Park
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (71 reviews)
"Was so nice to stay in a warm comfortable space rather than a pokey little hotel room."
New Zealand
Ana I.
The price is ￥20,086
￥46,114 total
includes taxes & fees
Mar 1 - Mar 2
Cosy cottage with fantastic views of Ruapehu
Outdoor dining

Motuoapa Studio - Motuoapa Holiday Unit

Motuoapa Studio - Motuoapa Holiday Unit
Motuoapa
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (4 reviews)
"Very clean and comfortable stay"
New Zealand
Richard S.
The price is ￥36,744
￥36,744 total
includes taxes & fees
Mar 8 - Mar 9
Motuoapa Studio - Motuoapa Holiday Unit
Outdoor dining

Tawhiri Cottage, Waiouru

Tawhiri Cottage, Waiouru
Waiouru
9.8 out of 10, Exceptional, (51 reviews)
"Very hospitable and pleasant stay...clean, tidy and a great view if the mountain."
New Zealand
Jane M.
The price is ￥16,274
￥24,900 total
includes taxes & fees
Mar 2 - Mar 3
Tawhiri Cottage, Waiouru
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Our Treasure Cottage Retreat at the lake

Our Treasure Cottage Retreat at the lake
Kuratau
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (52 reviews)
"A lovely little place with everything you could need for a great stay!"
New Zealand
Loryn E.
The price is ￥20,923
￥43,656 total
includes taxes & fees
Feb 27 - Feb 28
Our Treasure Cottage Retreat at the lake
Living area

3 Bedroom Mountain View Apartment

3 Bedroom Mountain View Apartment
Ohakune
The price is ￥36,732
￥42,242 total
includes taxes & fees
Feb 27 - Feb 28
3 Bedroom Mountain View Apartment
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Stunning Waiouru Tiny House - Perf Summer Getaway

Stunning Waiouru Tiny House - Perf Summer Getaway
Waiouru
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (5 reviews)
"We chose this place to break up our drive back to Wellington, and it was so clean and comfortable, was a perfect place to stay overnight."
New Zealand
Stephen E.
The price is ￥14,228
￥25,755 total
includes taxes & fees
Mar 1 - Mar 2
Stunning Waiouru Tiny House - Perf Summer Getaway
Living area

Apt 2 Luxe Stay Tongariro - 2 Bedroom

Apt 2 Luxe Stay Tongariro - 2 Bedroom
Tūrangi
The price is ￥27,898
￥27,898 total
includes taxes & fees
Mar 23 - Mar 24
Apt 2 Luxe Stay Tongariro - 2 Bedroom
Terrace/patio

Tawhiri Apartment, Waiouru.

Tawhiri Apartment, Waiouru.
Waiouru
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (37 reviews)
"Was very warm - comfortable great location views of mountain unobstructed -plenty of off road parking. Would stay there again "
Australia
John
The price is ￥10,694
￥18,483 total
includes taxes & fees
Mar 4 - Mar 5
Tawhiri Apartment, Waiouru.
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A mountain retreat with Spa - Bombardino Chalet

A mountain retreat with Spa - Bombardino Chalet
Manawatu-Wanganui
10.0 out of 10, Exceptional, (9 reviews)
"Beautiful accomodation and lovely service from owners. Great base to come back to after active days and to recovery days. "
New Zealand
Kavita B.
A mountain retreat with Spa - Bombardino Chalet
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Tongariro Views Cottage. Village centre, rural outlook!

Tongariro Views Cottage. Village centre, rural outlook!
Waimarino
The price is ￥15,483
￥27,826 total
includes taxes & fees
Mar 5 - Mar 6
Tongariro Views Cottage. Village centre, rural outlook!
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Central Plateau, modern apartment, rural, mountain and garden views

Central Plateau, modern apartment, rural, mountain and garden views
Waimarino
10.0 out of 10, Exceptional, (1 review)
"Spotless place, has everything you could ask for in the kitchen and the rooms were spacious and super clean!!!! "
United States
Shreya
The price is ￥14,576
￥24,550 total
includes taxes & fees
Mar 1 - Mar 2
Central Plateau, modern apartment, rural, mountain and garden views
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Perfect accommodation for visiting Tongariro and Southern Lake Taupo

Perfect accommodation for visiting Tongariro and Southern Lake Taupo
Kuratau
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (30 reviews)
"Nice place to stay, clean and tidy."
New Zealand
Andrey C.
The price is ￥19,975
￥37,408 total
includes taxes & fees
Mar 22 - Mar 23
Perfect accommodation for visiting Tongariro and Southern Lake Taupo
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Top Desert Road Hotel Reviews

The Peaks Motor Inn

The Peaks Motor Inn

10/10 Excellent
"Clean, comfortable. Friendly staff and ginger resident cat."
Dominika 1-night trip
Posted 2 days ago
The Peaks Motor Inn

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Frequently asked questions

Can I find a vacation rental in Desert Road?

Yes, we offer vacation rentals close to well known sights in Desert Road, or you can select a more remote option if you'd like a relaxing place to stay.

What's the top vacation rental in Desert Road?

Mountain House located in central Ohakune: You might want to consider this vacation home rental near Desert Road, which is located in the mountains and has a fireplace, a balcony, and a barbecue grill to put you at ease in your new surroundings. It has 3 bedrooms as well as a kitchen with a dishwasher, a fridge, and a stovetop, so you can cook with friends or family. Kick off your shoes and enjoy yourself with a private yard and a selection of games.

What’s there to see and do in Desert Road?

Tongariro National Park and Tree Trunk Gorge are a couple of lovely local spots to get outside and enjoy nature. Mount Tongariro and Whakapapa Ski Area are a couple of places you'll find in the larger area.

What’s a vacation rental in Desert Road like?

Vacation rentals are privately owned properties you can stay in for a couple of days or more in Desert Road. Vacation rentals feature amenities such as patios, hot tubs, and fire pits so you'll have all the conveniences of home. If you're concerned about a sanitized environment, vacation rentals can provide a sense of security away from shared hotel elevators and lobbies bustling with people while still allowing you the excitement and enjoyment of travel. You'll also find more space in a vacation rental than in a hotel, which makes a vacation rental a popular option for families.