Heather and Peter are great hosts and make you feel welcome and comfortable immediately. Room was very tastefully decorated and had everything required plus. Heather and Peter had lots of local knowledge about best sights and routes to take. The presence of the alpacas and sheep in the garden which you can feed gives the B&B a USP. Rikki Martin is also adorable!!
Heather and Peter are great hosts and make you feel welcome and comfortable immediately. Room was very tastefully decorated and had everything required plus. Heather and Peter had lots of local knowledge about best sights and routes to take. The presence of the alpacas and sheep in the garden which you can feed gives the B&B a USP. Rikki Martin is also adorable!!
We were just passing through but wished we stayed longer. Rooms were fantastic, had a Queen suite with an en-suite and it was stunning - cannot recommend a stay here enough. I can imagine in ski season this is the perfect spot to begin and end your day, especially with a lovely pub, restaurant and warmed pool!
We were just passing through but wished we stayed longer. Rooms were fantastic, had a Queen suite with an en-suite and it was stunning - cannot recommend a stay here enough. I can imagine in ski season this is the perfect spot to begin and end your day, especially with a lovely pub, restaurant and warmed pool!
Zoe
Reviewed January 23, 2026Reviewed January 23, 2026
We spent three nights at the Lodge. It is an excellent base for exploring Tongariro. Our room was very comfortable and the lodge had a laundry and drying room. Breakfasts were very good. All the staff were very friendly and helpful. Thank you for a lovely stay.
Ps. make sure you meet Lucky, a very friendly feline who befriended us 😻
We spent three nights at the Lodge. It is an excellent base for exploring Tongariro. Our room was very comfortable and the lodge had a laundry and drying room. Breakfasts were very good. All the staff were very friendly and helpful. Thank you for a lovely stay.
Ps. make sure you meet Lucky, a very friendly feline who befriended us 😻
Room very well equipped with lovely outlook
Good parking and easy to walk to restaurants etc.
Enjoyed the walks available
Pretty quiet despite the main road being close.
Room very well equipped with lovely outlook
Good parking and easy to walk to restaurants etc.
Enjoyed the walks available
Pretty quiet despite the main road being close.
Helen
Reviewed February 12, 2025Reviewed February 12, 2025
Manowhenua Lodge was a great accommodation with great facilities that made it fun and feel homely. A big part of that was the service from Tracey too! She even lent me some hiking poles for my trek abd was so knowledgeable. This is the only accommodation I'd stay in, in National Park from now on. It was also great socially. 10/10
Manowhenua Lodge was a great accommodation with great facilities that made it fun and feel homely. A big part of that was the service from Tracey too! She even lent me some hiking poles for my trek abd was so knowledgeable. This is the only accommodation I'd stay in, in National Park from now on. It was also great socially. 10/10
We loved our little chalet. It was really cute. The kitchen was well equipped so we were able to cook there on both nights and the beds were all very comfortable. The chalet was very clean too.
We loved our little chalet. It was really cute. The kitchen was well equipped so we were able to cook there on both nights and the beds were all very comfortable. The chalet was very clean too.
Peter
Reviewed November 9, 2015Reviewed November 9, 2015
Clean, comfy spacious room with comfy bed. Nice outdoor seating area. Would have liked a washing line to dry clothes instead of having to use a dryer. Lovely village.
Clean, comfy spacious room with comfy bed. Nice outdoor seating area. Would have liked a washing line to dry clothes instead of having to use a dryer. Lovely village.
Elizabeth
Reviewed February 12, 2026Reviewed February 12, 2026
Great stay. It took a little while to get used to the fact that this property is unmanned but it actually worked very well. Check in was easy. The kitchen was well stocked. The shower pressure was great - although the shower is protected only by a curtain so not super private but wasn’t an issue. The bed was comfy. We stayed in a private room which even had a smart tv! Hostel luxury! Would definitely recommend. It is in the middle of nowhere but easy to access Whakapapa village and the other...
Great stay. It took a little while to get used to the fact that this property is unmanned but it actually worked very well. Check in was easy. The kitchen was well stocked. The shower pressure was great - although the shower is protected only by a curtain so not super private but wasn’t an issue. The bed was comfy. We stayed in a private room which even had a smart tv! Hostel luxury! Would definitely recommend. It is in the middle of nowhere but easy to access Whakapapa village and the other...
If you and your partner need a romantic holiday, we've got just the thing. Our guests also enjoy Ohakune for its mountain views and skiing. If you want to explore the area, you might head to Big Carrot, Ohakune Old Coach Road or Tongariro National Park. If you'd like to stay close to a certain attraction, you can sort properties by neighbourhood and proximity to top sights, so you'll be able to see everything on your list.
When is the best time of year for a romantic getaway to Ohakune?
If you're hoping to get lost in the rain on your romantic getaway, take a look at these details about year-round temperatures in Ohakune: The hottest months are usually January and February, with an average temperature of 7°C, while the coldest months are July and August, with an average of -1°C. The rainiest months in Ohakune are September, October, July and May, with each month seeing an average of 198 mm of rainfall.
What is there to do in Ohakune?
There's nothing better than experiencing a new destination with your sweetheart, so consider checking out all there is to see and do in Ohakune. Adventurous pairs will enjoy Ohakune for its skiing. Big Carrot, Ohakune Old Coach Road and Tongariro National Park are worth a stop when you're out and about.
What’s the best way to get to Ohakune and around town during my romantic getaway?
These transportation options in Ohakune might help your romantic trip go off without a hitch: If you're looking to fly to Ohakune, the closest major airport is in Whanganui (WAG), located 42.5 mi (68.3 km) from the city centre. If you'd like to explore around the area, you may want to rent a car for your trip.