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Ruapehu Mountain Motel & Lodge

Property class: 3

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Reviews

8.2 out of 10
Very good

Popular amenities

  • Pet friendly
  • Free WiFi
  • Breakfast available
  • Laundry
  • Housekeeping

Explore the area

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4-6 Foyle Street, Ohakune, 4625
  • Place, Tongariro National Park
    ‪3 min walk‬
  • Place, Mountain Bike Station
    ‪8 min walk‬
  • Place, Big Carrot
    ‪6 min drive‬

Room options

View all photos for Chalet, 4 Bedrooms

A living room with a TV, sofa, coffee table, and a dining area with chairs and a table.

Chalet, 4 Bedrooms

  • Hill view
  • 861 sq ft
  • 4 bedrooms
  • Sleeps 10
  • 8 Twin Beds
  • Free WiFi

View all photos for Studio

A compact room with a bed, a desk, a chair, and a small table.

Studio

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(4 reviews)
  • Hill view
  • 323 sq ft
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Queen Bed and 2 Twin Beds
  • Free WiFi

View all photos for Studio (Loft)

A compact room with a bed, a small dining table, a chair, a kitchenette with a stove and sink, and a mirror.

Studio (Loft)

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(5 reviews)
  • 323 sq ft
  • Sleeps 5
  • 1 Queen Bed and 3 Twin Beds
  • Free WiFi

View all photos for Standard Apartment, 2 Bedrooms

A compact living space with a sofa, a small wooden table, a dining table with chairs, a television, and a kitchenette.

Standard Apartment, 2 Bedrooms

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(2 reviews)
  • Hill view
  • 538 sq ft
  • 2 bedrooms
  • Sleeps 6
  • 2 Queen Beds and 2 Twin Beds
  • Free WiFi

View all photos for Standard Room, Ensuite

A bedroom with a large bed, a TV on a stand, and a window with curtains.

Standard Room, Ensuite

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(1 review)
  • 215 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed OR 1 Twin Bed
  • Free WiFi

View all photos for Standard Room, 1 Queen Bed, Ensuite

A bedroom with a bed, two bedside tables, a desk, and a window with curtains.

Standard Room, 1 Queen Bed, Ensuite

  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Queen Bed
  • Free WiFi

About the neighborhood

Ohakune

Ruapehu Mountain Motel & Lodge places you within 2 miles (3 km) of popular sights like Ohakune Old Coach Road and Big Carrot. Each of the 29 rooms at this 3-star hotel includes a private yard, a refrigerator, and a coffee maker.

What's nearby

  • Tongariro National Park - 3 min walk - 0.2 miles
  • Mountain Bike Station - 8 min walk - 0.5 miles
  • Ohakune Disc Golf - 11 min walk - 0.6 miles
  • Ohakune i-SITE Visitor Information Centre - 5 min drive - 2.7 miles
  • Big Carrot - 6 min drive - 2.9 miles

Getting around

  • Taupō Airport (TUO) - 105 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Ohakune Tavern - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Utopia Cafe - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Mountain Kebabs - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪The Powderkeg - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪La Pizzeria - ‬4 min walk

About this property

Ruapehu Mountain Motel & Lodge

Guests staying at Ruapehu Mountain Motel & Lodge enjoy free WiFi in public areas, laundry facilities, and a fireplace in the lobby. There's free parking and an area shuttle for a fee. Front-desk staff can assist with luggage storage and tours/tickets. If you like to take your furry friend along on your adventures, this pet-friendly property offers food and water bowls and an off-leash area.
Guests can expect to find free WiFi. Bathrooms have hair dryers and free toiletries. Private yards, refrigerators, and coffee makers are other standard amenities.
The recreational activities listed below are available either on site or nearby; fees may apply.

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Area shuttle (surcharge)
  • Free train station pick-up shuttle
  • Ski shuttle (surcharge)
  • Free covered self parking on site

Food and drink

  • Daily cooked-to-order breakfast available 7:30 AM to 9:00 AM for a fee: NZD 20 for adults and NZD 20 for children

Things to do

  • 18-hole adjacent golf course
  • Bicycle cleaning area
  • Bicycle tours
  • Billiards/pool table
  • Ski storage

Family friendly

  • High chair
  • In-room refrigerator
  • Laundry facilities
  • Trampoline

Conveniences

  • Guidebooks
  • Laundry facilities
  • Limited-hour front desk
  • Luggage storage

Guest services

  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Tour and ticket assistance

Outdoors

  • In a national park
  • On the riverwalk

Accessibility

  • Hardwood flooring in public areas
  • Hardwood flooring in room
  • No elevator
  • Thin carpet in public areas
  • Thin carpet in room

More

  • 1 floor
  • 5 buildings
  • Fireplace in lobby
  • Smoking not allowed
  • Traditional architecture

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Shampoo
  • Shower
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Electric kettle
  • Refrigerator
  • Restaurant dining guides

More

  • Connecting rooms available
  • Heating
  • Individual decor
  • Individual furnishings

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: 7:30 PM
Contactless check-in available
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 10 AM
Contactless check-out available

Special check-in instructions

This property offers transfers from the train station; guests must contact the property with arrival details before travel, using the contact information on the booking confirmation
The property charges 2 percent for credit card payments
The front desk is open daily from 8:00 AM - 5:30 PM
Front desk staffed during limited hours
If you are planning to arrive after 7:30 PM please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation
This property enforces quiet hours from 10:00 PM to 7:00 AM
For any questions, please contact the property using the information on the booking confirmation
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools
Guests planning to arrive outside of normal check-in hours must contact this property in advance to arrange check-in.

Access methods

Front desk (limited hours), key retrieval

Pets

  • This property welcomes pets for NZD 35 per pet, per night
  • 2 total pets
  • Pets may not be left unsupervised
  • Food and water bowls and an off-leash area are available
  • Certain rooms only, restrictions apply
  • Guests can request a pet-friendly room by contacting the property at the number on the booking confirmation
  • Service animals exempt from fees

Children and extra beds

  • Rollaway/extra beds are available for NZD 35 per night

Property payment types

Important information

Optional extras

These fees and deposits will be charged at check-in, check-out, or the time of service.

  • Fee for cooked-to-order breakfast: approximately NZD 20 for adults and NZD 20 for children
  • Pet fee: NZD 35 per pet, per night
  • Service animals are exempt from fees
  • Rollaway bed fee: NZD 35 per night
  • Credit card charges are subject to a surcharge of 2 percent

This list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits might not include tax and are subject to change.

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card, or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
The name on the credit card used at check-in to pay for incidentals must be the primary name on the guestroom reservation
Guests must contact this property in advance to reserve high chair
This property accepts credit cards and cash
Cashless transactions are available
Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Noise-free guestrooms cannot be guaranteed
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, and outdoor lighting
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children; if you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room
Please note that cultural norms and guest policies may differ by country and by property; the policies listed are provided by the property
  • Check-in: 3:00 PM
  • Check-out: 10 AM
  • Minimum check-in age: 18
The front desk is available during limited hours. For convenient arrivals, you can take advantage of the free train station pick-up service. Driving? This property offers free parking.

We should mention

Details about charges, deposits, or other important information:

  • This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business, or profession.
  • This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children. If you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room.
  • Charges for extra guests may apply and vary depending on the property's policy.
  • A cash deposit, credit card, or debit card for incidental charges, as well as a government-issued photo ID, may be required at check-in.
  • Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in and can't be guaranteed. Certain requests may come with additional charges.
  • Guests must contact this property in advance to reserve high chair.
  • This property accepts credit cards and cash.
  • The credit card used at check-in for incidentals must be in the name of the primary guest who made the reservation.
  • Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited.
  • Onsite safety features include a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, and outdoor lighting.
  • Cashless payment methods are available for all transactions.

Additional information about polices, regulations, and more:

  • Connecting or adjoining rooms can be requested, but all rooms are subject to availability. Contact the property using the phone number on your booking confirmation.
  • No alcohol is served at Ruapehu Mountain Motel & Lodge.
  • There are no elevators.
  • Noise-free rooms can't be guaranteed.
  • This property welcomes guests of all sexual orientations and gender identities (LGBTQ+ friendly).

Property class

Property class, provided by our rating system, is based on property type, amenities, and services.

Property is also known as

Ruapehu Mountain
Ruapehu Mountain Motel & Lodge
Ruapehu Mountain Motel & Lodge Ohakune
Ruapehu Mountain Motel Lodge
Ruapehu Mountain Motel Lodge Ohakune
Ruapehu Mountain & Ohakune
Ruapehu Mountain Motel & Lodge Hotel
Ruapehu Mountain Motel & Lodge Ohakune
Ruapehu Mountain Motel & Lodge Hotel Ohakune

Frequently asked questions

What is there to do around Ruapehu Mountain Motel & Lodge?

This hotel in Ohakune is within a 10-minute walk of Tongariro National Park and Mountain Bike Station. You'll also find Big Carrot and Ohakune Old Coach Road within a short drive.

How much does it cost to stay at Ruapehu Mountain Motel & Lodge?

As of Sep 4, 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Ruapehu Mountain Motel & Lodge on Sep 17, 2026 start from $87, including taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

Is parking available on site at Ruapehu Mountain Motel & Lodge?

Yes, covered self parking is offered for free at the hotel. Bicycle parking is also available for guests.

Does Ruapehu Mountain Motel & Lodge have a casino on the premises?

No, Ruapehu Mountain Motel & Lodge doesn't have a casino.

Is there an indoor pool at Ruapehu Mountain Motel & Lodge?

No, there is no indoor pool at this hotel.

What will couples enjoy most about a stay at Ruapehu Mountain Motel & Lodge?

Couples staying at this hotel will appreciate amenities like free train station pick-up plus some guestrooms include a hill view and a kitchen.

Does Ruapehu Mountain Motel & Lodge have a hot tub?

No, this hotel doesn't have a spa tub.

Does Ruapehu Mountain Motel & Lodge have a restaurant with a breakfast menu?

Ruapehu Mountain Motel & Lodge offers a cooked-to-order breakfast each morning for a surcharge though there is no restaurant.

Will Ruapehu Mountain Motel & Lodge allow pets to stay for free?

Although they can't stay for free, pets are welcome at Ruapehu Mountain Motel & Lodge for a fee of NZD 35 per pet, per night. The property also provides an off-leash area and food and water bowls.

Does Ruapehu Mountain Motel & Lodge have connecting rooms available?

Yes, this hotel has connecting rooms you can book for your group event or vacation.

Are there rooms with balconies that I can book at Ruapehu Mountain Motel & Lodge?

No, there aren't any guestrooms at Ruapehu Mountain Motel & Lodge that offer a balcony.

Ruapehu Mountain Motel & Lodge Reviews

Reviews

8.2

Very Good

Rating 10 - Excellent. 125 out of 323 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 127 out of 323 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 49 out of 323 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 19 out of 323 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 3 out of 323 reviews

8.6/10

Cleanliness

8.2/10

Staff & service

8.4/10

Amenities

7.8/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

Verified review

10/10 Excellent

ashley

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Wonderful stay
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Georgie

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
The girls & I loved staying here for Mardi Gars!
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025
Verified review

8/10 Good

Kathleen

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
This property is in a lovely, mostly quiet, residential area not far from restaurants and shops. (Some neighbors seemed to be gearing up for a party one night but all was quiet by 9:30 PM.) The walk to the business district was pleasant and less than 1 mile. Staff at the hotel was very friendly and accommodating. The room and surroundings were clean and comfortable, fine for the price. Ohakune is a short drive from Tongariro National Park and refreshingly uncrowded. Restaurant choices were varied and plentiful. Bonus: a nice view of Ruapehu mountain from the hotel’s neighborhood! We would stay here again.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

mark

Liked: Property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

ASHWIN

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Splendid

Nice and very clean tidy room .superb device .Owners very friendly and helpful .A must stay
Stayed 1 night in May 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

arvinder

Stayed 1 night in Sep 2022
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Riamohiko

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Quiet and clean
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2022
Verified review

8/10 Good

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Great price for a two bedroom apartment. Property is older but clean, beds were a bit saggy.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2020
Verified review

2/10 Terrible

Greg

Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Awful, we were bitten by bed bugs, receptionist was rude, hotel charged unexpected fee. Will not recommend.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2019
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Syd

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Super clean room and bathroom, comfy bed, and really nice communal kitchen! Kettle and small fridge in the room. The area is safe and has lots of parking. Leigh was very sweet to help accommodate our late check-in. Really lovely place and will definitely stay here again.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2019
Verified review

8/10 Good

Shamouil

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2018
Verified review

4/10 Poor

Margaret M

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Disliked: Staff & service

Poorly managed

I made my reservation 5 months prior to my arrival. Disappointed that there was no receptionist when we checked in. An envelope with my name was attached to the receptionists curtain. On my confirmation receipt, it stated I could buy breakfast but no one was around to provide one. While eating at the local Thai restaurant in town, they were also a motel, they had a receptionist that gave their visitors a continental breakfast for a fee. Would not advise anyone to stay there.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2018
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Sue

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Great set up, rooms were very comfortable, kitchenette and bathroom well designed. Great location- easy access to shuttle and restaurants. My kids and I loved it! Extra special thanks to owner/manager couple who run the place. Not only were they helpful with information, but they also went out of their way to check on us to make sure we were comfortable!
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2018
Verified review

8/10 Good

Tony

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Nice clean room. No chair to sit on when watching the TV. No desk to write at. Good TV coverage. No glasses, plates or cutlery in the room - they needed to be collected from the sitting room area. Sitting room/dining area was empty - but maybe it is that time of year. Comfortable bed, but all rather Spartan.
Verified review

6/10 Okay

Andrew

Liked: Cleanliness, room comfort
Disliked: Property conditions & facilities

Value

The rooms were a bit shabby but good value for money.
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

L.

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Pleasant stay!

Nice room. Clean. Very nice community kitchen and lounge space down the hall. Some noise from nearby residents but not terrible or long-lasting. Bed a bit bouncy or infirm. Welcoming staff!! Overall a good experience.
Verified review

8/10 Good

Verified traveler

Liked: Property conditions & facilities
Verified review

4/10 Poor

Verified traveler

Disliked: Staff & service

You just have to ask for it

An ok motel for the money, not very close to town, no soap in the shower, or hair dryer, or glasses, or coffee pot, or decent wifi. You can get them, BUT, you have to ASK, and ASK, and the manager's window is always closed so you call her ( feeling like you are bothering her), and have to ask. Then the wifi goes out again and she tells me i only get 50 MB A DAY.NOT what was listed on Hotels.com...frustrating. Also a tip, sign up early for spa, after snowboarders use it for a couple hours it looks/smells like a sewer. Again, first day i had to ask for spa to be turned on...
Verified review

8/10 Good

Jason

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

A fun stop in a ski-town

The lodge room was small but it was a great price and a phenomenal value. The lodge rooms have shared bathrooms but this was not a deal-breaker for us. The innkeepers were personable and helpful. You're a short walk to a popular restaurant and bar.
Verified review

8/10 Good

Mary

Comfortable stay
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Richard

Stayed 1 night in Feb 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Tristan

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great place to stay with a group of mates. Nothing flash, but clean and tidy and everything you need.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Megan

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Tishikesan

Excellent

Great experience
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Mark

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Staff were friendly and heplful
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025