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Offering a barbecue and spa centre, The Ohakune Central Cabins is located in Ohakune. All rooms offer free WiFi. Guests have access to a communal kitchen and a shared lounge area.

This hostel has ski storage space and bike hire is available. You can engage in various activities, such as skiing, golfing and horse riding. Met all our needs. Fabulous setup with 2 bedrooms and 2 bathrooms. Great handy location.

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9.6
Exceptional
6 reviews
Price from
US$104
per night

Set in National Park, within 16 km of Mount Ruapehu and 17 km of Taranaki Falls, Manowhenua Lodge offers accommodation with a shared lounge and free WiFi as well as free private parking for guests who drive. The property is non-smoking and is located 23 km from Whakapapa.

All guest rooms at the hostel come with a shared bathroom and bed linen. Big, well stocked kitchen. Tracey and Thomas could not have been more helpful

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8.4
Very good
244 reviews
Price from
US$72
per night

Situated 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. The property offers a range of accommodation from budget dormitories to private rooms spread over 3 lodges and complimentary unlimited WiFi. Friendly, helpful and lovely staff 😊 Clean and cozy room, equiped with everything you need for a short stay. Only a short drive to the Mangawhero Falls in the tongariro National Park. Only a short walk to the world's largest carrot 😉

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8.2
Very good
607 reviews
Price from
US$38
per night

Set in Palmerston North, 1.2 km from Palmerston North Convention Centre, Penny's B&B Accommodation offers accommodation with a garden, free private parking and a shared lounge. The property is situated 2.4 km from Arena Manawatu, 1.1 km from Palmerston North City Council and 1.8 km from Universal College of Learning. The accommodation features a shared kitchen and free WiFi.

The units at the hostel come with a shared bathroom and bed linen. Got upgraded to a better room than the one I had booked. Check in was smooth and easy despite me arriving outside of office hours, the instructions given to access the lockbox and find my room were easy to follow. Enjoyed breakfast and a good chat in the morning thanks to the lovely owners. Thank you!

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8.7
Fabulous
82 reviews
Price from
US$63
per night

Set in National Park, 15 km from Mount Ruapehu, National Park Backpackers offers accommodation with a garden, free private parking, a shared lounge and barbecue facilities. The accommodation provides a shared kitchen and luggage storage space for guests. Beds were comfortable and the staff was super helpful and friendly.

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7.7
Good
1,725 reviews
Price from
US$19
per night

Located in National Park, 21 km from Mount Ruapehu, The Crossing Lodge & Backpackers provides accommodation with a shared lounge, free private parking and a terrace. Among the facilities at this property are a shared kitchen and a 24-hour front desk, along with free WiFi throughout the property. The property is non-smoking and is situated 22 km from Taranaki Falls. The general experience was great, loved it and I returned back again after 10 days.

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7.8
Good
510 reviews
Price from
US$10
per night

Set in Pahiatua, 37 km from Palmerston North Convention Centre, Club Hotel Pahiatua offers accommodation with a shared lounge, free private parking and a bar. The property is around 38 km from Arena Manawatu, 32 km from IPU New Zealand Tertiary Institute and 35 km from FoodHQ. Free WiFi and a shared kitchen are featured.

The units at the hostel come with a shared bathroom and bed linen. The pub onsite was handy to relax with a drink & the staff were helpful & friendly. Was a good stop while passing through the town.

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2.1
Review score
17 reviews
Price from
US$24
per night

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