Snowman Lodge and Spa is centrally located in the town center of Ohakune which is the gateway to Ski Ruapehu, Turoa, Whakapapa and the famous Tongariro National Park.
Rebecca
New Zealand
Hot tubs were amazing, bed was comfortable, good value for money, amenities in bathroom were nice, location was good. More backpacker than lodge but overall was really nice.
Snowhaven offers a range of accommodations in Ohakune, at the base of the mountain at Turoa Skifield. All accommodations includes an LCD TV with cable channels and a DVD player.
Located in Ohakune at the foothills of Mt Ruapehu, Rocky Mountain Chalets Ohakune provides accommodations with free WiFi, mountain views, and access to 2 hot tubs and a sauna.
PiersC
Australia
Very clean accommodation which is just a short walk into the town and also very convenient to all the wonderful areas nearby.
Located just a 30-minute drive from Turoa Ski Area, Ossies Motels and Chalets offers a tranquil retreat. It features a sauna and BBQ facilities.
Brya
New Zealand
The chalet was cosy and the grounds were nice. We didn't actually see the staff but they left clear instructions. Definitely had more character than a motel room.
Located in the town of Ohakune, on the edge of Tongariro National Park, LKNZ Lodge & Cafe is within 5 minutes' walk of restaurants, bars and shops. It features a sauna, hot tubs and an on-site cafe.
Francine
Spain
Staff was great and super responsive outside of reception hours. Room was very clean.
Alpine Motel offers warm and comfortable accommodations in central Ohakune. Outstanding new high speed wifi access in every unit. The motel features a Spa Pool, FREE high speed WIFI and SKY TV.
Catherine
Canada
Compact, efficient unit. Modern, clean, nice bathroom and kitchenette. Walking distance to town, groceries and restaurants.
Very handy for Tongariro Alpine Crossing. We took the Dempsey bus shuttle from Ohakune to the start of the trail,picked up at the end then a ride back to Ohakune. Good value. Great bike rental close by for the Coach Road trail. Fantastic.
Two Rivers Ohakune features free WiFi and views of mountain in Ohakune. The accommodations features ski storage space, a drying room and a hot tub. Guests can enjoy river views.
Susan
United States of America
Fabulous stay just outside of town. Comfortable and clean. Breakfast and snacks were substantial. Hot tub was warmed up and ready to go!
Easy walk to shops nice parks and playground for kids.
Easy walk to shops nice parks and playground for kids. A little skateboard area. Great shops for wandering in summer and skiing shops plus information available. Restaurants and supermarket handy. .nice people too. Loved it. Ate at the family friendly The Cypress Tree. Good food. Had a choc eclair at the Eclair shop. New world supermarket had everything you could need. Good road to Turoa ski field.
Carol
New Zealand
8.0
Scored 8.0
We re-visited the Chocolate Eclair shop after a number of...
We re-visited the Chocolate Eclair shop after a number of years, now under new management, eclairs still amazing. Nice town with the accent on it's access to the snow fields. In the winter season the town would be buzzing but in April very quiet.
Our fish and chip dinner was very disappointing in spite of glowing internet reviews, wouldn't recommend. We should have asked a 'local'
Elizabeth
New Zealand
8.0
Scored 8.0
Really enjoyed our dinner at Osteria - Italian, lovely...
Really enjoyed our dinner at Osteria - Italian, lovely atmosphere, attentive staff, delicious food, very popular. Enjoyed a 3 hr return walk into the Hapuawhenua Viaducts along the Old Coach track (need vehicle/shuttle to get to start) and great area for mountainbiking. Went for a drive up the mountain road with awesome views, and a stop at a nearby waterfall. Then a 1 hr native bush walk ( Mangawhero Forest walk) where friendly little fantails and robins flew about and you could hear the whoosh of wood pigeon high in the trees. Dinner at the PowderKeg - a pub setting with dining area. Again, lovely food and within walking distance of accommodation this time. Good supermarket in town and looked around shops (some vacant as is the case with many small rural towns now) and lovely playground/walkway at the Carrotland Adventure Park, then morning cuppa at the Chocolate eclair shop before departing town.
Heather
New Zealand
8.0
Scored 8.0
We went to Ohakune to walk the Tongariro Alpine crossing.
We went to Ohakune to walk the Tongariro Alpine crossing. it's a 35/40 min drive to the car park.
We didn't arrive until the afternoon, settled in then went out for dinner.
Hiked the next day and chilled the day after which we were very glad to rest as the hike for incredible but my body was a bit sore the next day!!
Left after checkout on the 3rd day.
The best place for dinner was the Cyprus tree (book as it getting really busy) it was one of the pricier places we ate but definitely worth it.
Osteria was nice too, cheaper, and had more of a pub feeling.
We went to the Mountain Rocks cafe for breakfast- it was cheap and cheerful. The coffee was very nice.
we had food off the menu but they had lots of cabinet food which looked nice too. Savoury and sweet treats.
Ohakune is a very small town, it suited us perfectly as we had activities to do. Lots of small walks and a waterfall too.
Phillippa
New Zealand
10
Scored 10
Very likely quieter in Summer than Winter.
Very likely quieter in Summer than Winter.
Lots of walks of easy access, some without a car. Lots of trail rides (MountainstoSea).
Enough shops + New World (small version of it!) and heaps of cafés and restaurants make Ohakune an easy town to venture from in Summer.
Large selection of accommodation, from backpackers to chalets to Powderhorn Chateau.
Pascale
New Zealand
8.0
Scored 8.0
Ohakune is a nice stop on the railway between Auckland and...
Ohakune is a nice stop on the railway between Auckland and Wellington. I was there one day and biked the Ohakune Old Coach Road. I could have stayed one day more and done hiking in the Tongariro National Park or done more biking. A problem is the distance (2.5 - 3 km) to walk between the railway station and the new town center.
The tranquillity and rural setting. The spacious studio has great facilities and generous breakfast supplies. You can also cook for yourself, great after a long day's hiking. Restaurants and supermarket are a few kms away in Ohakune. The lovely host Michelle was very easy to contact and flexible with our arrangements. You definitely need car for this stay. Highly recommended.
Very peaceful setting just outside of Ohakune’s Main Street. Lovely garden with the two rivers (awa rua) burbling in the background. Just the right size for a weekend stay, and the spa was a huge bonus after participating in the Ruapehu Trails festival. Chris was friendly and chatty, and made sure we were well settled in.
booked a standard room. upon arrival asked if there was one with a kitchenette. the hotelier said there had been some cancellations so there was availability. $20 per night. but ended up not taking the additional money. appeared grumpy. heart of gold. thanks man!! really helped our stay
- location, being right in the middle of both ends of town, we enjoyed walking end to end having our motel in the middle.
- staff were fun and humorous on our entry. Made for a great first impression
- the wooden layout of the motel
- was a quiet and peaceful area of Ohakune
Our room was initially not as booked but was rectified promptly & with apologies. Facilities are awesome, enjoyed the spa, played pool & great breakfast. Very friendly staff & we enjoyed chatting with fellow guests in the lodge, lots of fun .
Perfect location. Clean and tidy rooms. Nice and warm. The heater was already on for our arrival. Everything you need for a nice stay. Staff were so helpful and welcoming. Couldn't of asked for anything more!! The spa pools were fantastic!!
Perfect location at the Raethi/Ohakune junction. Really friendly and helpful staff. Treat yourself to a spa after a days hiking/cycling/ski-ing.
Drying room was a bonus
Plenty of off road parking at the rear of the property
Liked the spa, but it's in a shed and that shed could use some sprucing up - clean the roof, replace the rotting wood outside, stain the walls inside and put in some plants or simple artwork.
This was an extremely clean, spacious unit that had been modernized. Parking was right outside the door and it was single level. Everything worked well.
Efficient comms from the owners and an amazing location. Warm and spacious. Affordable. Great spa and great shower. Comfy beds!! Better than the photos
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