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LKNZ Lodge & Cafe

3.5 star property
Lodge in Ohakune with free parking

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Front of property
Living area
Exterior
Living area
BBQ/picnic area
LKNZ Lodge & Cafe offers a cozy mountain retreat with an on-site coffee shop and billiards table. Guests enjoy practical amenities like WiFi, convenient laundry facilities, and a lobby area to stay updated with current news.

Reviews

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful

Popular amenities

  • Breakfast available
  • Laundry
  • Parking included
  • Free WiFi

Room options

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Basic Room, 1 Double Bed, Shared Bathroom | Free WiFi, bed sheets

Basic Room, 1 Double Bed, Shared Bathroom

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(3 reviews)

Highlights

Heating
Portable fan
4 bathrooms
Cookware/dishes/utensils
Shared/communal kitchen
Located on the ground floor
  • 7 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

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Basic Twin Room, Shared Bathroom | Free WiFi, bed sheets

Basic Twin Room, Shared Bathroom

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)

Highlights

Heating
Portable fan
4 bathrooms
Cookware/dishes/utensils
Shared/communal kitchen
Located on the ground floor
  • 7 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Twin Bunk Bed

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Superior Studio, 1 King Bed, Ensuite, Mountain View | Free WiFi, bed sheets

Superior Studio, 1 King Bed, Ensuite, Mountain View

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(3 reviews)

Highlights

Balcony
Heating
Kitchenette
Mini-fridge
Smart TV
Ceiling fan
Hair dryer
Private bathroom
  • 13 sq m
  • Mountain view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Deluxe Twin Room, 2 Twin Beds, Ensuite | Free WiFi, bed sheets

Deluxe Twin Room, 2 Twin Beds, Ensuite

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(1 review)

Highlights

Balcony
Heating
Kitchenette
Mini-fridge
Smart TV
Portable fan
Hair dryer
Private bathroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Twin Beds

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Economy Triple Room, Shared Bathroom | Free WiFi, bed sheets

Economy Triple Room, Shared Bathroom

Highlights

Heating
Portable fan
Detached private bathroom
6 bathrooms
Cookware/dishes/utensils
Shared/communal kitchen
Located on the ground floor
  • 13 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Twin Bunk Bed

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Family Room, Multiple Beds, Shared Bathroom | Free WiFi, bed sheets

Family Room, Multiple Beds, Shared Bathroom

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)

Highlights

Separate dining area
Heating
Portable fan
2 bathrooms
Cookware/dishes/utensils
Shared/communal kitchen
Located on the top floor
  • 13 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Double Bed and 1 Twin Bunk Bed

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Family Room, Ensuite, Mountain View | Free WiFi, bed sheets

Family Room, Ensuite, Mountain View

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(1 review)

Highlights

Deck/patio
Separate dining area
Heating
Flat-screen TV
Portable fan
Private bathroom
Cookware/dishes/utensils
Shared/communal kitchen
  • 7 sq m
  • Mountain view
  • Sleeps 5
  • 1 Double Bed, 1 Twin Bunk Bed and 1 Twin Bed

View all photos for Standard Room, 1 Queen Bed, Shared Bathroom

Standard Room, 1 Queen Bed, Shared Bathroom | Free WiFi, bed sheets

Standard Room, 1 Queen Bed, Shared Bathroom

Highlights

Separate dining area
Heating
Portable fan
2 bathrooms
Cookware/dishes/utensils
Shared/communal kitchen
Wardrobe or closet
Located on the top floor
  • 7 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

View all photos for Deluxe Double Room, 1 Queen Bed, Ensuite

Deluxe Double Room, 1 Queen Bed, Ensuite | Free WiFi, bed sheets

Deluxe Double Room, 1 Queen Bed, Ensuite

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
(4 reviews)

Highlights

Heating
Kitchenette
Mini-fridge
Smart TV
Portable fan
Private bathroom
Microwave
Cookware/dishes/utensils
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

View all photos for Standard Twin Room, 2 Twin Beds, Shared Bathroom

Standard Twin Room, 2 Twin Beds, Shared Bathroom | Free WiFi, bed sheets

Standard Twin Room, 2 Twin Beds, Shared Bathroom

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(1 review)

Highlights

Separate dining area
Separate sitting area
Heating
Portable fan
Cookware/dishes/utensils
Shared/communal kitchen
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Twin Beds

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Basic Triple Room, Shared Bathroom | Free WiFi, bed sheets

Basic Triple Room, Shared Bathroom

Highlights

Heating
Portable fan
4 bathrooms
Cookware/dishes/utensils
Shared/communal kitchen
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Twin Bunk Bed

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Economy Double Room, Shared Bathroom | Free WiFi, bed sheets

Economy Double Room, Shared Bathroom

Highlights

Heating
Portable fan
Detached private bathroom
6 bathrooms
Cookware/dishes/utensils
Shared/communal kitchen
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

About the neighborhood

Located in Ohakune, LKNZ Lodge & Cafe is in the mountains and in a national park. Kawana Flour Mill and St Joseph's Church are local landmarks, and the area's natural beauty can be seen at Tongariro National Park and Ohakune Old Coach Road. Discover the area's water adventures with fishing nearby, or enjoy the great outdoors with horse riding, mountain biking, and hiking/biking trails.
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1 Rata St, Ohakune, Manawatu-Wanganui, 4625

What's nearby

  • Ohakune i-SITE Visitor Information Centre - 3 min walk - 0.2 miles
  • Big Carrot - 10 min walk - 0.5 miles
  • Ohakune Disc Golf - 15 min walk - 0.8 miles
  • Mountain Bike Station - 3 min drive - 1.6 miles
  • Ohakune Old Coach Road - 5 min drive - 2.5 miles

Getting around

  • Whanganui (WAG) - 101 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪The Powderkeg - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Big Mountain Burgers - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪Utopia Cafe - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪Kombi Coffee - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪The Mountain Rocks Cafe & Bar - ‬3 min walk

About this property

LKNZ Lodge & Cafe

Lodge near Tongariro National Park
LKNZ Lodge & Cafe provides amenities like a coffee shop/cafe and laundry facilities. Guests can connect to free in-room WiFi.
Other perks include:
  • Free self parking
  • Cooked-to-order breakfast (surcharge), a TV in the lobby, and tour/ticket assistance
Room features
All guestrooms at LKNZ Lodge & Cafe offer amenities such as free WiFi.
Other conveniences in all rooms include:
  • Heating and portable fans
  • Cookware/dishes/utensils and housekeeping

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Property amenities

Internet

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

Parking and transportation

  • Ski shuttle nearby
  • Free uncovered self parking on site
  • Onsite parking includes off-street options

Food and drink

  • Daily cooked-to-order breakfast available 8:30 AM to 1:00 PM for a fee: NZD 14 to 24 per person
  • A coffee shop/cafe

Restaurants on site

  • LKNZ Cafe

Things to do

  • Ski storage
  • TV in common areas

Family friendly

  • Laundry facilities

Conveniences

  • Laundry facilities
  • Limited-hour front desk
  • Shared microwave
  • Shared refrigerator

Guest services

  • Housekeeping (on request)
  • Tour and ticket assistance

Outdoors

  • In a national park
  • In the mountains
  • Picnic area

Accessibility

  • No elevator

More

  • Communal living room
  • Smoking not allowed

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • Shower
  • Towels provided

Food and drink

  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils

More

  • Heating
  • Portable fan

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; Check-in end time: 5:00 PM
Early check-in subject to availability
Early check-in is available for a fee
Late check-in subject to availability
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 10:00 AM
Late check-out subject to availability
A late check-out fee will be charged

Special check-in instructions

The front desk is open daily from 8:30 AM - 6:00 PM
Front desk staffed during limited hours
If you are planning to arrive after 5:00 PM please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation
The credit card used to book the reservation must be presented by the cardholder at check-in along with matching photo identification, and other arrangements must be coordinated with the property prior to arrival

Access methods

Front desk (limited hours)

Pets

Pets not allowed

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
Rollaway/extra beds are not available
Cribs (infant beds) are not available

Property payment types

Important information

Optional extras

  • Fee for cooked-to-order breakfast: approximately NZD 14 to 24 per person
  • Early check-in is available for a fee (subject to availability)
  • Late check-out is available for a fee (subject to availability)

The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may 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; cash is not accepted
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a security system, and a first aid kit
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children; if you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room

We should mention

This property does not have elevators

National rating

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

Property is also known as

LKNZ Lodge Cafe
LKNZ Lodge & Cafe Lodge
LKNZ Lodge & Cafe Ohakune
LKNZ Lodge & Cafe Lodge Ohakune

Frequently asked questions

Is LKNZ Lodge & Cafe pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much is parking at LKNZ Lodge & Cafe?

Self parking is free at this property.

What time is check-in at LKNZ Lodge & Cafe?

Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; Check-in end time: 5:00 PM. A fee applies for early check-in (subject to availability). Late check-in is available during limited hours.

What time is check-out at LKNZ Lodge & Cafe?

Check-out is at 10:00 AM. Late check-out is available for a fee (subject to availability).

Where is LKNZ Lodge & Cafe located?

Situated in a national park, this lodge is within a 10-minute walk of Ohakune i-SITE Visitor Information Centre and Big Carrot. Ohakune Disc Golf and Mountain Bike Station are also within 2 mi (3 km).

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LKNZ Lodge & Cafe Reviews

Reviews

9.0

Wonderful

Rating 10 - Excellent. 44 out of 70 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 22 out of 70 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 1 out of 70 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 1 out of 70 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 2 out of 70 reviews

9.6/10

Cleanliness

9.6/10

Staff & service

9.0/10

Amenities

9.2/10

Property conditions & facilities

9.0/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

8/10 Good

Elizabeth

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great value for money. Convenient and great helpful staff.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Claire

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities
So very cosy and warm. Sparkling clean. Excellent value.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

8/10 Good

Luke

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Easy checkin process and all amenities needed. Off street parking.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

ALISTER

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Very pleasant overnight stay.
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jerico carlo

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Everyone's very accomodating and spot-on, they even went out of their way to get me a ride to the train station. Superb service, just superb!! Going to stay there again definitely!!
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2025

8/10 Good

David

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
All good and quiet midweek
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2025

8/10 Good

Bernadette

Liked: Amenities
Arrived late so no staff around but they messaged us with all required instructions and we had no trouble parking or accessing our suite. Thanks LKNZ Lodge
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Sophia

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
This was an excellent place to stay, clean,warm,comfortable. Highly recommend the staff who were very helpful and friendly. Definitely would stay again.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Amber

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We’ve stayed here on a few occasions and been lucky enough to get the same room with incredible mountain view each time (king studio with ensuite). We think this accommodation is excellent value and having 2 spa pools and a sauna is a lovely bonus at the end of a day at the mountain or doing outdoor pursuits. Can easily walk to Main Street for shops, eateries and coffee etc. will always return. Thanks for another great stay.
View from our room (king studio with ensuite).
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

8/10 Good

Andrew

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Lovely location in this village, close to shops & atractions.
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Beverly

Liked: Staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We loved the cafe and you received a discount if you stayed at the property
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Dan Levin

Liked: Amenities
had a bit of trouble with payment but it was on me, and im very thankful that they handled the situation very well! the staff was nice, and the room and place is clean!! this is probably the best accommodation i booked so far with my family and would definitely comeback here again soon!!
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Cornelia

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Friendly staff, clean fresh rooms, clean comfy beds. On site cafe had a great breakfast menu
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Venise

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
The bed was premium and huge, and the reception staff lovely.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Lily

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
amazing customer service, great view. The room clean, great temperature. Aroha to come back. Thank you
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Vicki

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great place to stay, we arrived well ahead of check in time and it wasn't a problem to grab our keys. When we arrived back later they had put the heater on
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Andrea Ursula

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Very pleasent stay...
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2023

10/10 Excellent

Rebecca

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
A great place that was reasonably priced. Staff were very helpful. I would definitely recommend this tidy accommodation.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Aaliyah

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The staff were really friendly and it was a nice clean space and I enjoyed my stay
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024

8/10 Good

Ronald

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Good location.great staff, lovely facilities.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2023

10/10 Excellent

Vicki

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We had an ensuite room with a queen size bed. The room was very clean and the bed was comfortable. The staff was super friendly. We had a nice breakfast in the morning in their cafe.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Claire

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great cheap accommodation in a good location. Clean. Big comfortable bed in a deluxe Queen room with en suite. Instant hot water in the shower. Nice view of the mountains from our window. Great communication with instructions for easy after hours check in.
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Lizy

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
It was a very nice and quiet place
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Elizabeth

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Reasonably pticed and great quality for a lodge.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

William Wah Yick

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Motel is located on the edge of Ohakune, with short distance to main street and tourist locations. Motel staff is very friendly and helpful. She offered me quite facility for video meeting in the evening.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025

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