Tongariro Lodge blends rural peace with modern amenities. Enjoy a cooked-to-order breakfast at Riverside Restaurant, terrace dining, or play basketball and volleyball on the grounds. Free in-room WiFi is provided, and the attentive staff earns consistent praise.
Located in Turangi, Tongariro Lodge is in a rural area. While the natural beauty of Lake Taupō and Tongariro National Park can be enjoyed by anyone, those looking for an activity can check out River Vineyard. Fishing offers a great chance to get out on the surrounding water, or you can seek out an adventure with hiking/biking trails, horse riding, and mountain biking nearby. Visit our Turangi travel guide
An airport shuttle, a terrace, and a garden are just a few of the amenities provided at Tongariro Lodge. Adventurous travelers may like the basketball, hunting, and volleyball at this lodge. The on-site local cuisine restaurant, Riverside Restaurant, offers breakfast, dinner, and al fresco dining. In addition to a library and dry cleaning/laundry services, guests can connect to free in-room WiFi.
Other perks at this lodge include:
Free self parking
Cooked-to-order breakfast (surcharge), an outdoor tennis court, and a roundtrip airport shuttle (surcharge)
Babysitting (surcharge), concierge services, and a gift shop
Guest reviews say great things about the helpful staff
Room features
All guestrooms at Tongariro Lodge offer comforts such as air conditioning, as well as amenities like free WiFi.
Extra amenities include:
Showers, tubs or showers, and free toiletries
40-inch TVs with cable channels
Electric kettles, electrical adapters/chargers, and desks
Daily cooked-to-order breakfast available 7:30 AM to 9:30 AM for a fee: NZD 25 to 35 per person
A bar/lounge
A restaurant
Restaurants on site
Riverside Restaurant
Things to do
Basketball
Hunting
Library
Outdoor tennis court
Ski passes
Ski storage
Volleyball
Family friendly
Babysitting (surcharge)
Laundry facilities
Conveniences
Free newspapers in lobby
Gift shop/newsstand
Laundry facilities
Limited-hour front desk
Luggage storage
Guest services
Concierge services
Dry cleaning/laundry service
Multilingual staff
Tour and ticket assistance
Business services
Business center
Meeting room
Outdoors
Garden
Picnic area
Terrace
Accessibility
No elevator
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Banquet hall
Built in 1983
Smoking not allowed
Room amenities
Bedroom
Bedsheets provided
Bathroom
Bathtub or shower
Free toiletries
Hair dryer
Shower
Towels provided
Entertainment
40-inch TV with cable channels
Food and drink
Coffee/tea maker
Electric kettle
More
Air conditioning
Desk
Electrical adapters
Iron/ironing board
Policies
Check-in
Check-in start time: 3 PM; Check-in end time: 10 PM
Contactless check-in available
Minimum check-in age: 18
Check-out
Check-out before 10 AM
Contactless check-out available
Late check-out subject to availability
Late check-out fee: NZD 25
Special check-in instructions
This property offers transfers from the airport (surcharges may apply); guests must contact the property with arrival details before travel, using the contact information on the booking confirmation
The property charges 2.5 percent for credit card payments
The front desk is open daily from 8:00 AM - 10:00 PM
Guests must contact the property in advance for check-in instructions; front desk staffed during limited hours
This property doesn't offer after-hours check-in
To make arrangements for check-in please contact the property ahead of time using the information on the booking confirmation
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools
Access methods
Front desk (limited hours)
Pets
Pets not allowed
Children and extra beds
Children are welcome
2 children, up to the age of 3 years, can stay for free if using existing beds when occupying the parent or guardian's room
Property payment types
Important information
Optional extras
Fee for cooked-to-order breakfast: approximately NZD 25 to 35 per person
Airport shuttle fee: NZD 250 per vehicle (one-way)
Late check-out fee: NZD 25 (subject to availability)
Credit card charges are subject to a surcharge of 2.5 percent
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 major credit cards; cash is not accepted
Cashless transactions are available
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, and a first aid kit
We should mention
This property does not have elevators
National rating
Property class, provided by our rating system, is based on property type, amenities, and services.
Property is also known as
Tongariro Lodge
Tongariro Lodge Turangi
Tongariro Turangi
Tongariro Hotel Turangi
Tongariro Lodge Lodge
Tongariro Lodge Turangi
Tongariro Lodge Lodge Turangi
Frequently asked questions
Is Tongariro Lodge pet-friendly?
No, pets are not allowed at this property.
How much does it cost to stay at Tongariro Lodge?
As of 2026/3/6, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Tongariro Lodge on 2026/4/1 start from NT$4,375, 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.
How much is parking?
Self parking is free at this property.
What time is check-in at Tongariro Lodge?
Check-in start time: 3 PM; Check-in end time: 10 PM. After-hours check-in is not available.
What time is check-out at Tongariro Lodge?
Check-out is at 10 AM. Late check-out is available for NZD 25 (subject to availability).
Does Tongariro Lodge provide a shuttle to the airport?
Yes, there's an airport shuttle. A fee of NZD 250 per vehicle applies.
Where is Tongariro Lodge located?
Situated in a rural location, this lodge is 1.8 mi (2.9 km) from Turangi i-SITE Visitor Centre and 2.5 mi (4 km) from River Vineyard. Lake Taupō and Tongariro National Trout Centre are also within 6 mi (10 km).
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Reviews
Tongariro Lodge Reviews
8.8
Excellent
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Beautiful property, quiet and secluded but close to town. The staff was superb and very professional. Our unit was dated, but clean and comfortable and well equipped. The restaurant was excellent! We would highly recommend the Lodge.
Ginger
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2024
8/10 Good
Victor T
2025/4/22
Liked: Staff & service, room comfort
Central lodge is a short walk from cottages, which are spaced around campus. My cottage was good, but could have used a bit updating (compared to Powederhorn, in Ohakune). If you are hiking the Tongariro, it is very convenient to trailhead. Lodge dining facility was very good.
The staff were really welcoming and accommodating. The restaurant food was excellent. We stayed in a chalet where the Ironing board was small (sleeve size) so a little tricky to use, but otherwise a comfortable pleasant place to stay
Me, my partner & our four girls had a beautiful stay here, everything was up to standards. My children loved the outdoor! The scenery was beautiful & seeing the sun set right outside our villa. Definitely recommend staying here ☺️
Beautiful property. Very friendly staff that helped with our planned hike on Tongariro Crossing by providing early breakfast and lunch to go. Enjoyed the lodge common area and food was excellent
Great spot, staff were super helpful when we had some issues with the wifi. Food at the restaurant is also quite good and they quickly corrected an order when we were provided the wrong breakfast.
We stayed overnight but we would love to come back some time and try the trout fishing. The lodge is on the river and as I walked past I could see large trout swimming. The gardens are stunning. Our chalet was very quiet, comfortable and spacious. We enjoyed an excellent dinner and breakfast here. The service was excellent. I would highly recommend staying here.
Eileen
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024
8/10 Good
Adam
2023/9/10
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Great location in a great setting with immaculate grounds. The villa that we had was great, unfortunately let down by the cleaning inside which could have been better.
We enjoyed the lodge, however, I would have liked a bed frame, not just the mattress on the floor, it was too low for me. They really need to invest in beds for their mattresses.
But the room was clean and the bathroom was good size and the staff was very friendly and helpful.
Donna G
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2025
8/10 Good
Paul
2024/11/15
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
The best thing about our stay here was the dinner, which was outstanding. The rooms are very basic for the price paid. The property, especially the Lodge itself, is unique and rustic - as you might expect for a fishing lodge. If you’re traveling between Auckland and Wellington, it’s conveniently located just off Highway 1. Not much else to choose from around this area.
Staff were amazing from the lovely welcome at reception right through staff we encountered during dinner.
Thank you.
One night is definitely not enough at this awesome location :-)