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The Hobbit Motorlodge

3.5 star property
Enjoy the free WiFi at this 3.5-star Ohakune motel

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Premium Studio, Non Smoking, Kitchenette | Private kitchenette
Outdoor spa tub
Luxury Suite, 1 Bedroom, Jetted Tub, Mountain View | Cribs/infant beds, rollaway beds, free WiFi
Exterior

Reviews

8.8 out of 10
Excellent

Popular amenities

  • Room service
  • Breakfast available
  • Housekeeping
  • Laundry
  • Parking included
  • Free WiFi

Explore the area

Map
80 Goldfinch Street, Ohakune, 4625
  • Ohakune i-SITE Visitor Information Centre
    ‪12 min walk‬
  • Big Carrot
    ‪14 min walk‬
  • Ohakune Old Coach Road
    ‪5 min drive‬

Room options

View all photos for 3 Person Suite (1 Bedroom)

3 Person Suite (1 Bedroom) | Cribs/infant beds, rollaway beds, free WiFi

3 Person Suite (1 Bedroom)

  • 301 sq ft
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Queen Bed and 1 Twin Bed

Mountain View Studio (3 Person)

  • 344 sq ft
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Queen Bed and 1 Twin Bed

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Bunk Room (2 Berth) | Cribs/infant beds, rollaway beds, free WiFi

Bunk Room (2 Berth)

  • 30 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Twin Bunk Bed

View all photos for Luxury 4 Person Suite

Cribs/infant beds, rollaway beds, free WiFi

Luxury 4 Person Suite

  • 570 sq ft
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Queen Bed and 2 Twin Beds

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

Standard Studio, Non Smoking (Lodge Studio) | Cribs/infant beds, rollaway beds, free WiFi

Standard Studio, Non Smoking (Lodge Studio)

  • 205 sq ft
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Queen Bed and 1 Twin Bed

View all photos for Premium Studio, Non Smoking, Kitchenette

Cribs/infant beds, rollaway beds, free WiFi

Premium Studio, Non Smoking, Kitchenette

  • 323 sq ft
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Queen Bed and 1 Twin Bed

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Standard Suite, 2 Bedrooms, Non Smoking, Kitchen (Cooking Unit) | Living area | TV

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

  • 474 sq ft
  • Sleeps 5
  • 1 Queen Bed and 3 Twin Beds

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Standard Suite, 2 Bedrooms, Non Smoking (Non Cooking Unit) | Living area | TV

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

  • 474 sq ft
  • Sleeps 5
  • 1 Queen Bed and 3 Twin Beds

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

Cribs/infant beds, rollaway beds, free WiFi

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

  • 30 sq ft
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Twin Bunk Bed

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

Cribs/infant beds, rollaway beds, free WiFi

Luxury Suite, 1 Bedroom, Jetted Tub, Mountain View

  • 549 sq ft
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Queen Bed and 2 Twin Beds

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4 Bed Mixed Dormitory | Cribs/infant beds, rollaway beds, free WiFi

4 Bed Mixed Dormitory

  • 75 sq ft
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Twin Bunk Beds

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Suite (Luxury 5 person Suite with Spa) | Living area | TV

Suite (Luxury 5 person Suite with Spa)

  • 646 sq ft
  • Sleeps 5
  • 1 Queen Bed and 3 Twin Beds

View all photos for Standard Shared Dormitory, Mixed Dorm

Cribs/infant beds, rollaway beds, free WiFi

Standard Shared Dormitory, Mixed Dorm

  • 30 sq ft
  • Sleeps 6
  • 3 Twin Bunk Beds

About the neighborhood

Ohakune

In Ohakune .Within a 15-minute walk of the motel, you'll find Ohakune Disc Golf and Ohakune i-SITE Visitor Information Centre. Big Carrot and Mountain Bike Station are also within 2 miles (3 km).
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What's nearby

  • Ohakune Disc Golf - 8 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 - 2 min drive - 1.2 miles
  • Ohakune Old Coach Road - 6 min drive - 2.5 miles

Getting around

  • Whanganui (WAG) - 101 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

Enjoy the free WiFi at this 3.5-star Ohakune motel
The Hobbit Motorlodge offers its guests barbecue grills, tour/ticket assistance, and a garden. Public spaces have free WiFi. The Hobbit Motorlodge also features a picnic area, laundry facilities, and room service (during limited hours). Free self parking is available.

This 3.5-star Ohakune motel is smoke free.

  • 21 guestrooms or units
  • Childcare (surcharge)
  • Charging station for electric cars
  • Breakfast available (surcharge)
  • Self-service laundry
  • Front desk (limited hours)
  • Storage area for luggage
  • Front-desk safe
  • Tour and ticket information
  • Garden
  • BBQ grill(s)
  • Outdoor picnic space
  • No smoking on site
The Hobbit Motorlodge offers 21 accommodations with complimentary toiletries. Premium satellite television is provided. This Ohakune motel provides complimentary wireless Internet access. Cribs/infant beds (surcharge) and rollaway/extra beds (surcharge) are also available. Housekeeping is provided daily.

Languages

English

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Property amenities

Family friendly

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

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
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking available

Food and drink

  • Breakfast available for a fee: NZD 10 to 20 per person

Things to do

  • Playground

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible path of travel

Room amenities

Entertainment

  • TV with premium satellite channels

Bedroom

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

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries
  • Towels provided

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

Access methods

Front desk (limited hours)

Pets

  • No pets allowed, but service animals are 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

Important information

Optional extras

The fees and deposits listed below will be charged at the time of service, check-in, or check-out.

  • Breakfast fee: 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

This may not be a comprehensive list. Fees and deposits are subject to change and might not include tax.

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
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A cash deposit, credit card, or debit card for incidental charges and government-issued photo identification may be required upon check-in.
Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in. Special requests can't be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.
    This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business, or profession. This property accepts Visa and Mastercard. For guests' safety, the property includes a smoke detector in each accommodation. At check-in, guests must provide either a negative PCR COVID-19 test result or a record of full COVID-19 vaccination. The negative COVID-19 test result requirement applies to all guests aged 12 and up, and the 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.

National rating

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

Property is 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

How close is The Hobbit Motorlodge to the airport?

The Hobbit Motorlodge is 64.4 mi (101-min drive) away from the Whanganui (WAG) airport, the closest popular airport to the property.

How much does it cost to stay at The Hobbit Motorlodge?

As of May 10, 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at The Hobbit Motorlodge on May 11, 2025 start from $51.37, excluding taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

Does The Hobbit Motorlodge have an airport shuttle?

Airport shuttle services are not available at The Hobbit Motorlodge.

Does The Hobbit Motorlodge offer free breakfast?

Free breakfast isn’t provided at The Hobbit Motorlodge, but breakfast is offered for a fee of between NZD 10.00 and 20.00 per person.

Is there a casino at The Hobbit Motorlodge?

No, there is no casino at this motel.

What time is check-in at The Hobbit Motorlodge?

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

Is there free parking at The Hobbit Motorlodge?

This motel offers free self parking.

Does The Hobbit Motorlodge have a pool?

The Hobbit Motorlodge does not have a pool.

Does The Hobbit Motorlodge have a spa?

There are no spa services available at this motel.

How close is The Hobbit Motorlodge to downtown Ohakune?

The Hobbit Motorlodge is 0.5 mi away from Ohakune.

The Hobbit Motorlodge Reviews

Reviews

8.8

Excellent

Rating 10 - Excellent. 99 out of 197 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 78 out of 197 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 17 out of 197 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 2 out of 197 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 1 out of 197 reviews

9.0/10

Cleanliness

9.2/10

Staff & service

8.6/10

Amenities

8.2/10

Property conditions & facilities

7.8/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Keith

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Lovely place. It would be good to have milk available in the kitchen?
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025

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

10/10 Excellent

Kelvin

Traveled with family
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

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

8/10 Good

Anthony

Traveled with group
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Stayed 1 night in Nov 2024

6/10 Okay

Trent

Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024

8/10 Good

Varun

Traveled with partner
Liked: Staff & service, amenities
Would be nice to have microwave Otherwise solid property for the budget
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024

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

10/10 Excellent

jennie

Traveled with family and small children
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very good for families
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Patrick

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024

6/10 Okay

Jan

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Friendly staff
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Lawerance

Traveled with partner
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

10/10 Excellent

Terry

Traveled with family and small children
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
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.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2024

8/10 Good

Peter

Business traveler
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2024

8/10 Good

Peter

Business traveler
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2024

8/10 Good

Peter

Business traveler
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2024

8/10 Good

Felipe

Business traveler, Traveled with family
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

6/10 Okay

Peter, Cobble Hill

Traveled with partner
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

10/10 Excellent

Jane

Stayed 1 night in Mar 2024

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

10/10 Excellent

Carole

Stayed 1 night in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Andrew

Business traveler
Liked: Staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Clean and well maintained and very convenient to Ohakune and Mt Ruapehu.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2024

6/10 Okay

Lisa

Traveled with group
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

8/10 Good

Bikash

Traveled with family and small children
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Nice motel
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2024

8/10 Good

Verified traveler

Traveled with family
Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2023