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The Hobbit Motorlodge

3.5 star property
Motel with free parking, near Tongariro National Park

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Private kitchen
Exterior
Premium Studio, Non Smoking, Kitchenette | Private kitchenette
Luxury Suite, 1 Bedroom, Jetted Tub, Mountain View | Cribs/infant beds, rollaway beds, free WiFi
Outdoor spa tub

Reviews

8.8 out of 10
Excellent

Popular amenities

  • Room service
  • Breakfast available
  • Housekeeping
  • Laundry
  • Parking included
  • Free WiFi

Explore the area

Map
80 Goldfinch Street, Ohakune, 4625
  • Ohakune i-SITE Visitor Information Centre
    ‪11 min walk‬
  • Big Carrot
    ‪13 min walk‬
  • Ohakune Old Coach Road
    ‪6 min drive‬

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Room options

View all photos for 3 Person Suite (1 Bedroom)

3 Person Suite (1 Bedroom) | Cribs/infant beds, rollaway beds, free WiFi

3 Person Suite (1 Bedroom)

  • 301 sq ft
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Queen Bed and 1 Twin Bed

Mountain View Studio (3 Person)

  • 344 sq ft
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Queen Bed and 1 Twin Bed

View all photos for Bunk Room (2 Berth)

Bunk Room (2 Berth) | Cribs/infant beds, rollaway beds, free WiFi

Bunk Room (2 Berth)

  • 30 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Twin Bunk Bed

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Cribs/infant beds, rollaway beds, free WiFi

Luxury 4 Person Suite

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)
  • 570 sq ft
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Queen Bed and 2 Twin Beds

View all photos for Standard Studio, Non Smoking (Lodge Studio)

Standard Studio, Non Smoking (Lodge Studio) | Cribs/infant beds, rollaway beds, free WiFi

Standard Studio, Non Smoking (Lodge Studio)

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(6 reviews)
  • 205 sq ft
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Queen Bed and 1 Twin Bed

View all photos for Premium Studio, Non Smoking, Kitchenette

Cribs/infant beds, rollaway beds, free WiFi

Premium Studio, Non Smoking, Kitchenette

  • 323 sq ft
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Queen Bed and 1 Twin Bed

View all photos for Standard Suite, 2 Bedrooms, Non Smoking, Kitchen (Cooking Unit)

Standard Suite, 2 Bedrooms, Non Smoking, Kitchen (Cooking Unit) | Living area | TV

Standard Suite, 2 Bedrooms, Non Smoking, Kitchen (Cooking Unit)

  • 474 sq ft
  • Sleeps 5
  • 1 Queen Bed and 3 Twin Beds

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Standard Suite, 2 Bedrooms, Non Smoking (Non Cooking Unit) | Living area | TV

Standard Suite, 2 Bedrooms, Non Smoking (Non Cooking Unit)

7.0 out of 10
Good
(2 reviews)
  • 474 sq ft
  • Sleeps 5
  • 1 Queen Bed and 3 Twin Beds

View all photos for Standard Shared Dormitory, Non Smoking, Shared Bathroom (Lodge Bunk Bed)

Cribs/infant beds, rollaway beds, free WiFi

Standard Shared Dormitory, Non Smoking, Shared Bathroom (Lodge Bunk Bed)

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)
  • 30 sq ft
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Twin Bunk Bed

View all photos for Luxury Suite, 1 Bedroom, Jetted Tub, Mountain View

Cribs/infant beds, rollaway beds, free WiFi

Luxury Suite, 1 Bedroom, Jetted Tub, Mountain View

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(1 review)
  • 549 sq ft
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Queen Bed and 2 Twin Beds

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4 Bed Mixed Dormitory | Cribs/infant beds, rollaway beds, free WiFi

4 Bed Mixed Dormitory

  • 75 sq ft
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Twin Bunk Beds

View all photos for Suite (Luxury 5 person Suite with Spa)

Suite (Luxury 5 person Suite with Spa) | Living area | TV

Suite (Luxury 5 person Suite with Spa)

  • 646 sq ft
  • Sleeps 5
  • 1 Queen Bed and 3 Twin Beds

View all photos for Standard Shared Dormitory, Mixed Dorm

Cribs/infant beds, rollaway beds, free WiFi

Standard Shared Dormitory, Mixed Dorm

  • 30 sq ft
  • Sleeps 6
  • 3 Twin Bunk Beds

About the neighborhood

Ohakune

The Hobbit Motorlodge is a short stroll from Ohakune Disc Golf and Ohakune i-SITE Visitor Information Centre. This 21-room, 3.5-star motel welcomes guests with conveniences like free in-room WiFi, free self parking, and laundry facilities.
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What's nearby

  • Ohakune Disc Golf - 8 min walk - 0.5 miles
  • Ohakune i-SITE Visitor Information Centre - 11 min walk - 0.6 miles
  • Big Carrot - 13 min walk - 0.7 miles
  • Mountain Bike Station - 2 min drive - 1.2 miles
  • Ohakune Old Coach Road - 6 min drive - 2.5 miles

Getting around

  • Whanganui (WAG) - 101 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Powderkeg Restaurant and Bar - ‬2 min drive
  • ‪The Chocolate Eclair Shop - ‬10 min walk
  • ‪Utopia Cafe - ‬12 min walk
  • ‪Kings Ohakune - ‬18 min walk
  • ‪Mountain Kebabs - ‬13 min walk

About this property

The Hobbit Motorlodge

Motel with free parking, near Tongariro National Park
Guests staying at The Hobbit Motorlodge enjoy free WiFi in public areas, laundry facilities, and a garden. If you plan to drive, free parking is available. Front-desk staff can assist with tours or tickets, luggage storage, and securing valuables. Additional amenities include a picnic area and barbecue grills.
TVs come with satellite channels, and free WiFi keeps guests connected. Free toiletries are also included.
The recreational activities listed below are available either on site or nearby; fees may apply.

Languages

English

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Property amenities

Internet

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

Parking and transportation

  • Electric car charging station on site
  • Free self parking on site
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking available

Food and drink

  • Breakfast available for a fee: NZD 10 to 20 per person

Things to do

  • Playground

Family friendly

  • Babysitting (surcharge)
  • Crib (surcharge)
  • Laundry facilities
  • Playground
  • Rollaway/extra bed (surcharge)

Conveniences

  • Laundry facilities
  • Limited-hour front desk
  • Luggage storage
  • Safe at front desk

Guest services

  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Tour and ticket assistance

Outdoors

  • Barbecue grill
  • Garden
  • Picnic area

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible path of travel

More

  • Smoke-free property

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Crib (surcharge)
  • Rollaway/extra bed (surcharge)

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • TV with premium satellite channels

Food and drink

  • Limited room service

More

  • Heating

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 2 PM; Check-in end time: 9:00 PM

Check-out

Check-out before 10 AM

Special check-in instructions

The front desk is open daily from 7:30 AM - 9 PM
Guests must contact the property in advance for check-in instructions; front desk staffed during limited hours
To make arrangements for check-in please contact the property ahead of time using the information on the booking confirmation
If you are planning to arrive after 9 PM please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation
At check-in, guests must provide either a negative PCR COVID-19 test result or a record of full COVID-19 vaccination
Negative COVID-19 test result requirement applies to all guests aged 12 and up, and test must have been administered no more than 72 hours prior to check-in; COVID-19 vaccination record requirement applies to all guests aged 12 and up; guests must have received complete vaccination at least 14 days prior to check-in

Access methods

Front desk (limited hours)

Pets

  • This property doesn't allow pets (service animals welcome)

Children and extra beds

  • Rollaway/extra beds are available for NZD 29.0 per night
  • Cribs/infant beds are available for NZD 25.0 per stay

Property payment types

Important information

Optional extras

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

  • Breakfast fee: approximately NZD 10.00 to 20.00 per person
  • Crib (infant bed) fee: NZD 25.0 per stay
  • Rollaway bed fee: NZD 29.0 per night

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
This property accepts credit cards
Safety features at this property include a smoke detector
  • Check-in: 2 PM—-9:00 PM
  • Check-out: 10 AM
The front desk is available during limited hours. Driving? This property offers free parking, along with a car charging station.

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.
  • 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.
  • This property accepts credit cards.
  • Onsite safety features include a smoke detector.
  • At check-in, guests must provide either a negative PCR COVID-19 test result or a record of full COVID-19 vaccination.
  • The negative COVID-19 test result requirement applies to all guests aged 12 and up, and test must have been administered no more than 72 hours prior to check-in. COVID-19 vaccination record requirement applies to all guests aged 12 and up; guests must have received complete vaccination at least 14 days prior to check-in.

National rating

For the benefit of our customers, we have provided a rating based on our rating system.

Property is also known as

Hobbit Motorlodge Hostel Ohakune
Hobbit Motorlodge Hostel
Hobbit Motorlodge Ohakune
Hobbit Motorlodge
The Hobbit Motorlodge Motel
The Hobbit Motorlodge Ohakune
The Hobbit Motorlodge Motel Ohakune

Frequently asked questions

What can I see around The Hobbit Motorlodge?

This motel is located in Ohakune, a short 14-minute walk from Big Carrot and also 6 minutes on foot from Ohakune Disc Golf. You'll also find Tongariro National Park and Ohakune Old Coach Road within a short drive.

Will I be able to park at The Hobbit Motorlodge?

Yes, self parking is offered for free at the motel. Accessible parking and electric car charging are also available for guests.

Does The Hobbit Motorlodge include a casino at the property?

No, The Hobbit Motorlodge doesn't have a casino.

Will I find an indoor pool at The Hobbit Motorlodge?

No, there is no indoor pool at this motel.

Is The Hobbit Motorlodge good for couples?

Couples staying at this motel will appreciate amenities like a garden plus some guestrooms include jetted bathtubs and kitchens.

Are there hot tubs at The Hobbit Motorlodge?

Yes, this motel offers private spa tubs in some guestrooms.

Does The Hobbit Motorlodge feature a restaurant that includes a breakfast menu?

The Hobbit Motorlodge offers breakfast for a surcharge though there is no restaurant.

Does The Hobbit Motorlodge allow pets to stay free of charge?

No, pets aren't allowed at The Hobbit Motorlodge though service animals are welcome.

Are there connecting rooms at The Hobbit Motorlodge?

No, this motel doesn't feature connecting guestrooms.

Are there rooms with balconies at The Hobbit Motorlodge?

No, at The Hobbit Motorlodge, there aren't any guestrooms that list a balcony.

The Hobbit Motorlodge Reviews

Reviews

8.8

Excellent

Rating 10 - Excellent. 99 out of 197 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 78 out of 197 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 17 out of 197 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 2 out of 197 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 1 out of 197 reviews

9.0/10

Cleanliness

9.2/10

Staff & service

8.6/10

Amenities

8.2/10

Property conditions & facilities

7.8/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Keith

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Lovely place. It would be good to have milk available in the kitchen?
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Roger

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

Great Value for money

We have now stayed at the Hobbit several times and each time has been great. It's not 5-star but it doesn't pretend to be - it's just a good solid Kiwi motel! It's got a nice quiet location, is always very clean and tidy, and is great value for money. The Hobbit will always be our first choice whenever we're in the area.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kelvin

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
10 mins walk to the supermarket and food caravans , coffee . Because the town is very small once you’re at the shops it’s easy to find your way round .
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kristen

Traveled with family
It was more spacious and nice than the photos could portray. We really enjoyed the friendly staff and roomy cozy space. Great heating too, even in the summer when the temperature dropped a lot at night.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2025

8/10 Good

Roger

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

Value for money

Good value for money. Friendly and efficient service
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2024

8/10 Good

Anthony

Traveled with group
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Stayed 1 night in Nov 2024

6/10 Okay

Trent

Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024

8/10 Good

Varun

Traveled with partner
Liked: Staff & service, amenities
Would be nice to have microwave Otherwise solid property for the budget
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024

8/10 Good

Shelby

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
This motel was nice and quiet. I was there in the ‘off’ season for skiing but it was great for getting some spring time hikes in. Great location for hiking to Waitonga Falls and also being able to walk to the town of Ohakune. Staff were friendly and helpful.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

jennie

Traveled with family and small children
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very good for families
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Patrick

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024

6/10 Okay

Jan

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Friendly staff
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Yann

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Very clean, quiet, confortable
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Lawerance

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Close to town. Great stay for reasonable pricing. Bed was good and good service provided.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Terry

Traveled with family and small children
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
I town with a group of relatives for a burial. We all stayed with The Hobit and were treated with the greatest of respect and top service. Thank you for great accommodation again. Look forward to our next stay.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2024

8/10 Good

Peter

Business traveler
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2024

8/10 Good

Peter

Business traveler
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2024

8/10 Good

Peter

Business traveler
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2024

8/10 Good

Felipe

Business traveler, Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very nice little motor lodge. Very welcoming staff and very clean. Linen and furniture is a little tired, but aside from that it's a very good spot to spend the night between Wellington and Auckland
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2024

6/10 Okay

Peter, Cobble Hill

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
This was an average 3 star motel in a good location. The price was right! The bed was one of the worst I've slept on but the room was clean. You can hear your next door neighbours.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jane

Stayed 1 night in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

William

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

Park right outside your door.

An older property that has been kept up nicely. Very friendly staff and clean comfy room. Very quiet area in town and a short drive to restaurants.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Carole

Stayed 1 night in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Andrew

Business traveler
Liked: Staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Clean and well maintained and very convenient to Ohakune and Mt Ruapehu.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2024

6/10 Okay

Lisa

Traveled with group
Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Property conditions & facilities
The bunk beds were so creaky I thought I was going to squash my friend sleeping on the bottom and the room smelt a bit weird, but other than that the bathrooms were all very clean and the reception lady was very nice
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2024