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The Hobbit Motorlodge is nestled below the Turoa Skifield of Mt Ruapehu. The site enjoys close proximity to the central business area whilst still offering a peaceful tree surrounded alpine escape. We offer premium rooms ranging from large spacious studios with kitchenette to two bedroom suites with either full kitchen facilities or tea & coffee making facilities on only . We also offer comfortable dormitory rooms for traveller's in our lodge.
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HOTEL STYLE
Family
Quaint
Location
80 Goldfinch Street, Ohakune 4660 New Zealand
The Hobbit Motorlodge
141 reviews
Getting there
Somewhat walkable
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I stayed in the lodge over a weekend since they were the cheapest in the area. They are about a 10-25 walk to the Ohakune information center so still quite close to town. The lodge has four people rooms but I was able to get one to myself. I booked online and did a self check in since I arrived late at night. the reception is located near the rear of the property, keep an eye out for the signs. They have a fairly large lodge with a drying room, kitchen and spa. There is quite a bit of parking on the property but it can get quite cramped particularly when there are larger vehicles there. There are two driveways so you can loop around if one way is a bit tight. Be wary that you do need your own towels in the lodge. Although the rooms are a bit dated, it is still a good value for money and has all the things you would need for a stay. They also have motel rooms available.
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Date of stay: October 2024
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Trip type: Travelled solo
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This is our second stay with The Hobbit Motor Lodge and Fran and Mark were absolutely welcoming and friendly hosts. We'd booked a two bedroom unit and they very kindly upgraded us to one that had cooking facilities as we were staying two nights. Accommodation was spotless, and very comfortable for our family of 4. Fran also asked us what our plans were, and on hearing we were planning on visiting Ruapehu, gave us a 10% voucher to the Sky Waka which was much appreciated!
Our boys enjoyed playing on the trampoline, and it was gorgeous just walking a couple of seconds out of our room to be greeted by the majestic site of Mt Ruapehu. Truly a gorgeous spot. We'll be back!
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Date of stay: December 2019
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Response from TheHobbitMotorlodge, Manager at The Hobbit Motorlodge
Responded 2 Feb 2020
Thank you for taking the time to review The Hobbit. We are delighted to know your trip and stay at The Hobbit was enjoyable. We look forward to your return.
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The Hobbit lodge is a great place to stay when visiting Ohakune, it's a short walk into town and even shorter walk to the best burger joint around. It has all the amenities required during a snow trip and the rooms were tidy, large, and we'll equipped. I wish our stay was longer. A nice bonus was having a spa pool to soak in after a day on the snow. The staff are incredibly friendly and helpful. Will definitely stay here again.
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Date of stay: September 2020
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Response from Sharon Livingston, General Manager at The Hobbit Motorlodge
Responded 30 Sept 2020
Thank you for taking the time to write your lovely review, it's always great to hear guest enjoyed our location and we are just as happy to hear you enjoyed everything The Hobbit has to offer. We hope to see you all again soon. Thank you Sharon and Casey Motel managers
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The backpackers area doesn't have appealing common areas and the kitchen is tiny (size of a house kitchen). I didn't have a good night's sleep on the thinner mattresses, so it would be great to see real matresses used in the 21st century! On the plus side, I had a room to myself which was good once warmed up - it was snowing outside when I arrived. The checkin process was friendly and helpful. All staff I saw were very friendly. WiFi was terrible and difficult to hold a connection where I was. Perhaps need stronger WiFi sometimes a data limit per day helps ease the congestion as I know some of these places don't have fibre which makes it challenging. Can't comment on other room types.
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Date of stay: July 2020
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Response from Sharon Livingston, General Manager at The Hobbit Motorlodge
Responded 29 Aug 2020
Hello Thank you for taking the time to write your review. Sorry to hear you did not enjoy your stay with us, Ohakune does not have high speed internet so sometimes when we have a full house wifi runs slow. Thank you Sharon & Casey Motel Managers
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I stayed here for 3 nights as part of a large group. Friendly reception, with good briefing on facilities. My room was well equipped, very clean and comfortable.
The hotel is situated in a nice quiet location, just a 10 minute walk, or 2 minute drive from the town centre and restaurants.
If I return to Ohakune, I would happily stay at The Hobbit again.
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Date of stay: February 2020
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Response from Vidhu R West, Guest Services / Front Office at The Hobbit Motorlodge
Responded 10 Mar 2021
Kia ora Paul Many thanks for leaving us a wonderful review. We are glad to hear that you enjoyed your stay with us and could make the most out of our central location. We would love to have you back on your next visit. Cheers Vidhu and Chris Motel Managers
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Warm reception on arrival. Unit as shown on website. Spa clean and just right temperature. Location midway between township and old railway station meant easy 10 min walk to either. Would have been nice if host introduced himself by name. Better deal if booking direct through their website. Happy to stay again
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Date of stay: January 2021
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Response from Vidhu R West, Guest Services / Front Office at The Hobbit Motorlodge
Responded 10 Mar 2021
Kia ora thank you for your feedback. We are glad to hear that you had a pleasant stay with us and that our facilities were as per your liking. We look forward to welcoming your again in the future. Cheers
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We stayed in a Luxury 4 person suite, we like room to spread out, plenty of space on the 1st floor. Has kitchen, separate bedroom, little dated but very clean. Fantastic view of the mountain. just a 10 minute walk to town. Super quiet. We would stay again.
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Date of stay: March 2020
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Response from Vidhu R West, Guest Services / Front Office at The Hobbit Motorlodge
Responded 10 Mar 2021
Kia ora @440streetglide, thank you for your feedback. We are glad to hear that you enjoyed staying in our spacious rooms. Providing a clean property to our guests is of prime importance and we are glad that you made notice of it. We look forward to welcoming you again in the future. Cheers Vidhu and Chris Motel Managers
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One night stopover prior to canoeing on the Whanganui river. The two bedroom unit we had was spacious and well appointed, spotlessly clean and comfortable. It is well placed within walking distance of the town and amenities. Very friendly and welcoming owners. Thank you, we would have no hesitation staying in the future.
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Date of stay: March 2020Trip type: Travelled with family
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Response from Vidhu R West, Guest Services / Front Office at The Hobbit Motorlodge
Responded 10 Mar 2021
Kia ora @redgothenburg thank you for leaving us an amazing review. We are glad to hear that the room was as per your liking. We have an amazing neighborhood and its good to know that your were able to explore it during your stay. We look forward to welcoming you on your next visit to Ohakune. Cheers Vidhu and Chris Motel Managers
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Lady at reception was lovely. Room was basic but clean and adequate. The room rate was reasonable for a nights stay. Would go back again. Comfortable bed. More local info in the room would have been helpful.
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Date of stay: March 2023
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Trip type: Travelled as a couple
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This is a most pleasant motel in welcoming surroundings. The owners have only just taken over and were welcoming and obliging. My wife considered that the place needed some updating. Our room was clean and comfortable and we would definately stay here again. All our best for the future.
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Date of stay: June 2023
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Trip type: Travelled with family
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There are more places to choose from in the Ohakune area.
PRICE RANGE
$81 - $99 (Based on Average Rates for a Standard Room)
ALSO KNOWN AS
hobbit motorlodge ohakune
LOCATION
New ZealandNorth IslandManawatu-Wanganui RegionOhakune
NUMBER OF ROOMS
21
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