Ruapehu Country Lodge is located within a 15-minute drive of Tongariro National Park, home of the world-renowned Tongariro Crossing. Free Wi-Fi access is available in this lodge. The rooms offer private access to a courtyard, and come with a seating area, flat-screen TV, and tea-and-coffee making facilities. Each private bathroom includes a hairdryer and free toiletries. Guests can relax in the garden, shared lounge area or the library. BBQ facilities are available, and packed lunches can be provided upon request. There is also a fitness center on site. Ruapehu Country Lodge is located alongside Waimarino Golf Course, and is just a 5-minute drive from Ohakune's town center. Wanganui Airport is 1 hour and 15 minutes' drive away.

Couples in particular like the location – they rated it 9.5 for a two-person trip.

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Property highlights

Top Location: Highly rated by recent guests (9.5)

Free Private Parking Available On Site


Availability

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Room Type
Number of guests
 
1 king bed
or
2 twin beds
1 king bed
or
2 twin beds
1 king bed
or
2 twin beds
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Guest reviews

Categories:

Staff
9.9
Facilities
9.5
Cleanliness
9.9
Comfort
9.8
Value for money
9.3
Location
9.5
Free Wifi
9.2
High score for Ohakune
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Guests who stayed here loved

  • Andrew
    United States of America United States of America
    We loved this place. The staff were so welcoming and thoughtful - an excellent B&B experience. Rooms were comfortable and lodge area was very comfortable. A delicious, home cooked breakfast was included. Finally, they place has a number of animals...
  • John
    United States of America United States of America
    Marie and Bernie were the ultimate hosts. It was a lovely stay.
  • Geraldine
    New Zealand New Zealand
    the grounds are lovely and the breakfast was really nice, Marie and her husband were really warm and pleasant, suggested a few places to visit on our stay and a couple of places to eat dinner at. Would recommend this place to my friends.
  • Celia
    Taiwan Taiwan
    The breakfast is super nice! Various choices and all of them tastes so good. The hosts are very friendly and kind, makes us feel like a home. We arrived late and they are so caring, helped us with food and heater etc. The animals are so adorable,...
  • Stephen
    United Kingdom United Kingdom
    We were warmly welcomed by our two hosts. Nothing was too much trouble. The homemade jams and rhubarb compote which accompanied Breakfast were a nice touch and very tasty. The added personal touches really made our stay. For example, our hosts...
  • Karleen
    New Zealand New Zealand
    The hosts were so welcoming the location was peaceful and the breakfast was excellent I will be staying again.
  • J
    James
    United Kingdom United Kingdom
    Bernie & Marie were very welcoming and helpful and really looked after us. Nothing was too much trouble.
  • Marina
    New Zealand New Zealand
    Very nice & helpful hosts. big breakfast including cooked.
  • Virginia
    New Zealand New Zealand
    Everything!! Especially the hosts they were awesome to talk to and really helpful when we had no transportation to and from the train. Will definitely be back soon!! The breakfast was wicked too and perfectly set out for us to enjoy each morning.
  • C
    Chloe
    New Zealand New Zealand
    Was very welcoming, good heating, nice property, very nice breakfasts, lovely house owners

Area info

Amenities of Ruapehu Country Lodge
Great facilities! Review score, 9.5

Most popular amenities
  • Free Wifi
  • Free parking
  • Non-smoking rooms
  • Facilities for disabled guests
  • Breakfast
Bathroom
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels
  • Private Bathroom
  • Toilet
  • Free toiletries
  • Hairdryer
  • Shower
Bedroom
  • Linens
  • Wardrobe or closet
  • Alarm clock
  • Walk-in closet
View
  • Garden view
  • View
Outdoors
  • Outdoor fireplace
  • Picnic area
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Sun deck
  • BBQ facilities
  • Patio
  • Terrace
  • Garden
Kitchen
  • Electric kettle
Room Amenities
  • Socket near the bed
Ski
  • Ski storage
Activities
  • Bicycle rental
    Additional charge
  • Cycling
    Off-site
  • Hiking
    Off-site
  • Skiing
    Off-site
  • Fishing
    Off-site
  • Golf course (within 2 miles)
    Additional charge
Living Area
  • Sitting area
Media & Technology
  • Flat-screen TV
  • Radio
Food & Drink
  • Special diet meals (on request)
Internet
Wifi is available in all areas and is free of charge.
Parking
Free private parking is available on site (reservation is not needed).
    Services
    • Shuttle service
      Additional charge
    • Daily housekeeping
    • Shared lounge/TV area
    • Baggage storage
    • Tour desk
    • Laundry
      Additional charge
    Front Desk Services
    • Invoice provided
    Entertainment & Family Services
    • Board games/Puzzles
    Safety & security
    • Fire extinguishers
    • Smoke alarms
    General
    • Adults only
    • Electric blankets
    • Smoke-free property
    • Heating
    • Soundproof
    • Private entrance
    • Carpeted
    • Soundproof rooms
    • Fan
    • Ironing facilities
    • Facilities for disabled guests
    • Non-smoking rooms
    • Iron
    Accessibility
    • Entire unit wheelchair accessible
    • Entire unit located on ground floor
    Spa
    • Hot tub/Jacuzzi
      Additional charge
    Languages Spoken
    • English

    House rules
    Ruapehu Country Lodge takes special requests – add in the next step!

    Check-in
    From 3:00 PM to 9:00 PM
    You need to let the property know what time you'll be arriving in advance.
    Check-out
    From 7:30 AM to 10:00 AM
    Cancellation/ prepayment
    Cancelation and prepayment policies vary according to accommodation type. Enter your stay dates and check the conditions of your selected option.
    Children & Beds

    Child policies

    Children not allowed.

    Crib and extra bed policies

    Cribs and extra beds aren't available at this property.

    No age restriction
    There's no age requirement for check-in
    Pets
    Pets are not allowed.
    Accepted payment methods
    VisaMastercardCash

    The fine print
    Must-know information for guests at this property

    Please note that there is a 2% charge when you pay with a credit card.

    Please inform Ruapehu Country Lodge of your expected arrival time in advance. You can use the Special Requests box when booking, or contact the property directly using the contact details in your confirmation.

    FAQs about Ruapehu Country Lodge

    • Yes, there's a hot tub. You can find out more about this and the other facilities at Ruapehu Country Lodge on this page.

    • Ruapehu Country Lodge is 2.6 miles from the center of Ohakune. All distances are measured in straight lines. Actual travel distances may vary.

    • Ruapehu Country Lodge offers the following activities/services (charges may apply):

      • Hot tub/Jacuzzi
      • Cycling
      • Hiking
      • Skiing
      • Fishing
      • Golf course (within 2 miles)
      • Bicycle rental
    • Room options at Ruapehu Country Lodge include:

      • Double
      • Twin/Double
    • The prices at Ruapehu Country Lodge may vary depending on your stay (e.g. dates, hotel's policy etc.). To see prices, enter your dates.

    • Check-in at Ruapehu Country Lodge is from 3:00 PM, and check-out is until 10:00 AM.