Ohakune i-SITE Visitor Information Centre - 12 min walk
Big Carrot - 14 min walk
Mountain Bike Station - 19 min walk
Ohakune Old Coach Road - 5 min drive
Getting around
Whanganui (WAG) - 101 min drive
Taupo (TUO) - 103 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
The Hobbit Motorlodge puts you just a 5-minute drive from Tongariro National Park. Freebies like WiFi and self parking are added perks, and guests looking to stay active can check out the nearby hiking/biking trails.
Languages
English
At a glance
Hotel size
21 rooms
Arriving/Leaving
Check-in start time: 2 PM; check-in end time: 9:00 PM
Check-out time is 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 over, 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 over; guests must have received complete vaccination at least 14 days prior to check-in
Required at check-in
Credit card, debit card or cash deposit required for incidental charges
Government-issued photo ID may be required
Children
Babysitting*
Pets
Pets not allowed
Service animals welcome
Internet
Free WiFi in public areas
Free WiFi in rooms
Parking
Free on-site self-parking
Wheelchair-accessible parking on site
Electric vehicle charging point on site
Other information
Smoke-free property
Property amenities
Food and drink
Breakfast available (surcharge)
Barbecue grills
Room service (limited hours)
Traveling with children
Playground
Babysitting (surcharge)
What to do
Hiking/biking trails nearby
Horse riding nearby
Skiing nearby
Services
Front desk (limited hours)
Tour/ticket assistance
Laundry facilities
Luggage storage
Facilities
Safe-deposit box at front desk
Garden
Picnic area
Accessibility
Wheelchair-accessible path of travel
Wheelchair-accessible parking
Room amenities
Be entertained
Television
Premium satellite channels
Home comfort
Heating
Sleep well
Crib/infant bed (surcharge)
Rollaway/extra bed (surcharge)
Freshen up
Free toiletries
Towels
Stay connected
Free WiFi
More
Daily housekeeping
Fees & policies
Optional extras
Breakfast costs approximately NZD 10.00 to 20.00 per person
Children & extra beds
Babysitting is available for an extra charge
Cribs/infant beds are available for NZD 25.0 per stay
Rollaway beds are available for NZD 29.0 per night
Policies
This property accepts credit cards.
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
Are pets allowed at The Hobbit Motorlodge?
Sorry, pets aren't allowed, but service animals are welcome.
Is parking offered on site at The Hobbit Motorlodge?
Yes, there's free self parking. Electric vehicle charging is available.
What are the check-in and check-out times at The Hobbit Motorlodge?
Check-in start time: 2 PM; Check-in end time: 9:00 PM. Check-out time is 10 AM.
What is there to do at The Hobbit Motorlodge and nearby?
During the winter, enjoy nearby recreation like skiing and return when the snow melts for hiking and horseback riding. Enjoy amenities like a picnic area and a garden.
What's the area around The Hobbit Motorlodge like?
The Hobbit Motorlodge is a short 14-minute walk from Big Carrot and 19 minutes' walk from Mountain Bike Station.
The Hobbit Motorlodge Reviews
Reviews
8,8
Excellent
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9,0/10
Cleanliness
9,2/10
Staff & service
8,8/10
Amenities
8,2/10
Property conditions & facilities
7,8/10
Eco-friendliness
Reviews
10/10 Exceptional
11 September 2024
Very good for families
jennie
jennie, 1-night family trip
Verified Wotif guest review
10/10 Exceptional
04 August 2024
Patrick
Patrick, 2-night trip
Verified Expedia guest review
6/10 Good
30 July 2024
Friendly staff
Jan
Jan, 1-night trip
Verified Wotif guest review
10/10 Exceptional
29 July 2024
Very clean, quiet, confortable
Yann
Yann, 3-night family trip
Verified Orbitz guest review
10/10 Exceptional
06 July 2024
Close to town. Great stay for reasonable pricing. Bed was good and good service provided.
Lawerance
Lawerance, 2-night romance trip
Verified Expedia guest review
10/10 Exceptional
09 June 2024
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.
Terry
Terry, 1-night family trip
Verified Expedia guest review
8/10 Very good
01 April 2024
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
Felipe
Felipe, 1-night family trip
Verified Expedia guest review
6/10 Good
31 March 2024
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.
Peter
Peter, 1-night romance trip
Verified Expedia guest review
10/10 Exceptional
30 March 2024
Jane
Jane, 1-night trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review
10/10 Exceptional
24 March 2024
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.
William
William, 1-night trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review
10/10 Exceptional
08 March 2024
Carole
Carole, 1-night trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review
10/10 Exceptional
25 February 2024
Clean and well maintained and very convenient to Ohakune and Mt Ruapehu.
Andrew
Andrew, 1-night business trip
Verified Expedia guest review
6/10 Good
04 February 2024
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
Lisa
Lisa, 1-night trip with friends
Verified Expedia guest review
8/10 Very good
08 January 2024
Nice motel
Bikash
Bikash, 1-night family trip
Verified Wotif guest review
8/10 Very good
07 January 2024
Verified traveller
1-night family trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review
8/10 Very good
06 January 2024
Clean and comfortable. Spa room accommodated two adults and older kids nicely.
Jim
Verified Travelocity guest review
10/10 Exceptional
30 December 2023
the staff not only gave us the keys, but also walked us to the unit to show us exactly where it was. The room was spacious for the four of us (parents plus 2 teenagers)
Ian
Ian, 1-night family trip
Verified Expedia guest review
10/10 Exceptional
29 December 2023
Karina
Karina, 1-night trip
Verified Expedia guest review
8/10 Very good
10 December 2023
Annette
Annette, 2-night family trip
Verified Wotif guest review
8/10 Very good
18 September 2023
Hazel
Hazel, 2-night family trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review
8/10 Very good
10 September 2023
The parking is pretty cramped, but the unit was nice and tidy.
Matthew
Matthew, 2-night family trip
Verified Expedia guest review
10/10 Exceptional
29 August 2023
Good property, close to snow boarding, plenty blankets and beds were comfy
Jacqueline
Jacqueline, 1-night family trip
Verified Expedia guest review
6/10 Good
09 August 2023
We arrived at 2 pm and had to wait until 3.20 pm for the owner to get back home from walking the dog