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The Hobbit Motorlodge

Property class: 3.5

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A snow-covered residential street with houses, a car, and a driveway. - The Hobbit Motorlodge (Ohakune)
A circular hot tub surrounded by a brick patio, with wooden benches and a wooden fence in the background. - The Hobbit Motorlodge (Ohakune)
A room with two beds, a small kitchenette, and a dining area. - The Hobbit Motorlodge (Ohakune)
A compact living space with a kitchenette, a dining area, and a seating area with a sofa and chairs. - The Hobbit Motorlodge (Ohakune)
A wooden sign with multiple text elements advertising a motor lodge, luxury, and wireless internet availability. - The Hobbit Motorlodge (Ohakune)
Consider a stay at The Hobbit Motorlodge and take advantage of a garden, a playground, and laundry facilities. For some rest and relaxation, visit the hot tub. Guests can connect to free in-room WiFi.

Reviews

8.8 out of 10
Excellent

Popular amenities

  • Pool
  • Hot tub
  • Parking included
  • Free WiFi
  • Breakfast available
  • Laundry

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Room options

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View all photos for Premium Studio, Non Smoking, Kitchenette

A double bed with a wooden headboard and two pillows, a bedside table with a lamp, and a window with curtains.

Premium Studio, Non Smoking, Kitchenette

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(1 review)
  • 30 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Queen Bed and 1 Twin Bed

View all photos for Standard Studio, Non Smoking (Lodge Studio)

A bedroom with a bed, a bedside table, a nightstand, a window with curtains, and a door.

Standard Studio, Non Smoking (Lodge Studio)

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful
(7 reviews)
  • 19 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Queen Bed and 1 Twin Bed

View all photos for Standard Shared Dormitory, Non Smoking, Shared Bathroom (Lodge Bunk Bed)

A dormitory room with bunk beds, wooden headboards, and a window with curtains.

Standard Shared Dormitory, Non Smoking, Shared Bathroom (Lodge Bunk Bed)

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Twin Bunk Bed

View all photos for Luxury Suite, 1 Bedroom, Jetted Tub, Mountain View

A compact kitchen with a microwave, refrigerator, and sink. There is a sofa with orange cushions and a dining table with chairs. The room has wooden beams on the ceiling and a window with curtains.

Luxury Suite, 1 Bedroom, Jetted Tub, Mountain View

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(2 reviews)
  • 51 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Queen Bed and 2 Twin Beds

View all photos for Standard Suite, 2 Bedrooms, Non Smoking, Kitchen (Cooking Unit)

A small, cozy room with a bed, a sofa, a table, and a TV.

Standard Suite, 2 Bedrooms, Non Smoking, Kitchen (Cooking Unit)

  • 44 sq m
  • 2 bedrooms
  • Sleeps 5
  • 1 Queen Bed and 3 Twin Beds

View all photos for Standard Suite, 2 Bedrooms, Non Smoking (Non Cooking Unit)

A room with a bed, a sofa, a table, a TV, and a window with curtains.

Standard Suite, 2 Bedrooms, Non Smoking (Non Cooking Unit)

7.0 out of 10
Good
(2 reviews)
  • 44 sq m
  • Sleeps 5
  • 1 Queen Bed and 3 Twin Beds

View all photos for 4 Bed Mixed Dormitory

A bunk bed room with a wooden headboard, a small wooden dresser, and a plaid blanket on the lower bunk.

4 Bed Mixed Dormitory

  • 7 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Twin Bunk Beds

View all photos for 3 Person Suite (1 Bedroom)

A hotel room with a large bed, two bedside tables, a nightstand, a window with curtains, and a view of greenery outside.

3 Person Suite (1 Bedroom)

  • 28 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Queen Bed and 1 Twin Bed

Mountain View Studio (3 Person)

  • 32 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Queen Bed and 1 Twin Bed

View all photos for Luxury 4 Person Suite

A compact kitchen with a microwave, refrigerator, and sink. There is a sofa with orange cushions and a dining table with chairs. The room has wooden beams on the ceiling and a window with curtains.

Luxury 4 Person Suite

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)
  • 53 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Queen Bed and 2 Twin Beds

View all photos for Bunk Room (2 Berth)

A bunk bed with pink bedding, a wooden nightstand with drawers, and a window with curtains.

Bunk Room (2 Berth)

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(1 review)
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Twin Bunk Bed

View all photos for Suite (Luxury 5 person Suite with Spa)

A room with two sofas, a table, and a bed. There is a painting on the wall and a lamp on the wall.

Suite (Luxury 5 person Suite with Spa)

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)
  • 60 sq m
  • Sleeps 5
  • 1 Queen Bed and 3 Twin Beds

View all photos for Standard Shared Dormitory, Mixed Dorm

A dormitory room with bunk beds, wooden headboards, and a window with curtains.

Standard Shared Dormitory, Mixed Dorm

  • Sleeps 6
  • 3 Twin Bunk Beds

View all photos for Luxury 4 Person Suite with Spa Bath

A compact living space with a kitchenette, a bed, a television, and a dining area.

Luxury 4 Person Suite with Spa Bath

  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Queen Bed and 2 Twin Beds

View all photos for Studio with Mountain View

A hotel room with a bed, a nightstand, a wall-mounted light, and a painting.

Studio with Mountain View

  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Twin Bed and 1 Double Bed

View all photos for Luxury 5 Person Suite with Spa Bath

A bathroom with a bathtub, a sink, and a toilet.

Luxury 5 Person Suite with Spa Bath

  • Sleeps 5
  • 3 Twin Beds and 1 Queen Bed

About the neighborhood

Ohakune is home to The Hobbit Motorlodge. Ohakune Disc Golf and Mountain Bike Station are worth checking out if an activity is on the agenda, while those wishing to experience the area's natural beauty can explore Tongariro National Park and Ohakune Old Coach Road. Fishing offers a great chance to get out on the surrounding water, or you can seek out an adventure with horse riding and hiking/biking trails nearby. Visit our Ohakune travel guide
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80 Goldfinch Street, Ohakune, 4625

What's nearby

  • A snow-capped mountain with a clear sky and a flat landscape in the foreground.
    Tongariro National Park
    5 min drive - 2.5 miles
  • Ohakune Disc Golf
    10 min walk - 0.5 miles
  • Ohakune i-SITE Visitor Information Centre
    11 min walk - 0.6 miles
  • Big Carrot
    13 min walk - 0.7 miles
  • Mountain Bike Station
    6 min drive - 1.4 miles

Getting around

  • Whanganui (WAG)
    101 min drive

Restaurants

  • Utopia Cafe
    12 min walk
  • Mountain Kebabs
    13 min walk
  • The Powderkeg
    2 min drive
  • La Pizzeria
    2 min drive
  • Kings Bar
    19 min walk

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Property amenities

Internet

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

Parking and transportation

  • Electric car charging station on site
  • Free self parking on site

Food and drink

  • Daily continental breakfast available 7:30 AM to 9:30 AM for a fee: NZD 10 to 20 per person

Things to do

  • Hot tub
  • Outdoor pool
  • Playground

Family friendly

  • Babysitting (surcharge)
  • Crib (surcharge)
  • Fenced pool
  • Laundry facilities
  • Outdoor pool
  • Playground
  • Rollaway/extra bed (surcharge)

Conveniences

  • Laundry facilities
  • Limited-hour front desk
  • Luggage storage
  • Safe at front desk

Guest services

  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Tour and ticket assistance

Outdoors

  • Barbecue grill
  • Garden
  • Picnic area

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • No elevator
  • Well-lit path to entrance

More

  • Smoking not allowed

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Crib (surcharge)
  • Rollaway/extra bed (surcharge)

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • TV with satellite premium channels

Food and drink

  • Limited room service

More

  • Heating

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 2 PM; Check-in end time: 9:00 PM

Check-out

Check-out before 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 up, 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 up; guests must have received complete vaccination at least 14 days prior to check-in

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Access methods

Front desk (limited hours)

Pets

Pets not allowed (service animals welcome)

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome

Rollaway/extra beds are available for NZD 29.0 per night

Cribs (infant beds) are available for NZD 25.0 per stay

Property payment types

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Important information

Optional extras

  • Fee for continental breakfast: approximately NZD 10.00 to 20.00 per person
  • Crib (infant bed) fee: NZD 25.0 per stay
  • Rollaway bed fee: NZD 29.0 per night

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
Safety features at this property include a smoke detector

We should mention

This property does not have elevators

Property class

Property class, provided by our rating system, is based on property type, amenities, and services.

Frequently asked questions

Does The Hobbit Motorlodge have a pool?

Yes, this property has an outdoor pool.

Is The Hobbit Motorlodge pet-friendly?

No, only service animals are welcome at the property.

How much is parking?

Self parking is free at this property.

What time is check-in at The Hobbit Motorlodge?

Check-in start time: 2 PM; Check-in end time: 9:00 PM.

What time is check-out at The Hobbit Motorlodge?

Check-out is at 10 AM.

Where is The Hobbit Motorlodge located?

Situated in Ohakune, this motel is within a 15-minute walk of Ohakune Disc Golf, Ohakune i-SITE Visitor Information Centre, and Big Carrot. Mountain Bike Station and Tongariro National Park are also within 2 mi (3 km).

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Reviews

The Hobbit Motorlodge Reviews

8.8

Excellent

8.8

Cleanliness

8.8

Location

9.2

Staff & service

8.2

Property conditions & facilities
Rating 10 - Excellent. 107 out of 213 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 84 out of 213 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 19 out of 213 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 2 out of 213 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 1 out of 213 reviews

Reviews

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10/10 Excellent

Jason

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Very spacious with a good view and friendly staff.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025
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8/10 Good

Tian

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Close to the supermarket, restaurants ,clean room.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Margo

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Good clean accommodations. Friendly staff.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Jacqueline

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Good property, close to snow boarding, plenty blankets and beds were comfy
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2023
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10/10 Excellent

jennie

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very good for families
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2024
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10/10 Excellent

Lawerance

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Close to town. Great stay for reasonable pricing. Bed was good and good service provided.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2024
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10/10 Excellent

Yann

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Very clean, quiet, confortable
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2024
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6/10 Okay

Jan

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Friendly staff
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2024
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8/10 Good

Felipe

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
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
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2024
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10/10 Excellent

Kristen

It was more spacious and nice than the photos could portray. We really enjoyed the friendly staff and roomy cozy space. Great heating too, even in the summer when the temperature dropped a lot at night.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2025
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8/10 Good

Shelby

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
This motel was nice and quiet. I was there in the ‘off’ season for skiing but it was great for getting some spring time hikes in. Great location for hiking to Waitonga Falls and also being able to walk to the town of Ohakune. Staff were friendly and helpful.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2024
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8/10 Good

Jim

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Clean and comfortable. Spa room accommodated two adults and older kids nicely.
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Kelvin

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
10 mins walk to the supermarket and food caravans , coffee . Because the town is very small once you’re at the shops it’s easy to find your way round .
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2025
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10/10 Excellent

William

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

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.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2024
Verified review

8/10 Good

Yvette

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Large apartment, friendly staff. Good parking at the property. Extensive kitchen facilities. There's only a ceiling fan (no air conditioning), so it can get warm quickly. This is the only downside to this accommodation.
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2025
Verified review

8/10 Good

Roger

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Value for money

Good value for money. Friendly and efficient service
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2024
Verified review

8/10 Good

Matthew

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The parking is pretty cramped, but the unit was nice and tidy.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2023
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10/10 Excellent

Roger

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Great Value for money

We have now stayed at the Hobbit several times and each time has been great. It's not 5-star but it doesn't pretend to be - it's just a good solid Kiwi motel! It's got a nice quiet location, is always very clean and tidy, and is great value for money. The Hobbit will always be our first choice whenever we're in the area.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2025
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6/10 Okay

Lisa

Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Property conditions & facilities
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
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2024
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10/10 Excellent

Ian

Liked: Staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
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)
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2023
Verified review

6/10 Okay

Peter

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
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.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2024
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10/10 Excellent

Xianhan

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Good location
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2026
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6/10 Okay

Rafaela

Liked: Staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
I love how you have laundry room and kitchen but my partner noticed that some of the glassware is dirty and the spoon as well. But It’s comfy. Overall we enjoy our stay as we also enjoy the town
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Abinesh

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Quick service and very peaceful
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Manpreet Singh

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
They have proper kitchen and staff is very friendly
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025