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A golf course with a fountain, trees, and a hilly landscape in the background.

A modern kitchen with white cabinetry, a built-in microwave, a coffee machine, and a sink with a mirror above it.

A hotel room with two beds, each with blue bedding and white pillows. There is a framed picture on the wall and a wall-mounted light fixture.

A modern hotel room with a black leather sofa, a small desk with a chair, a bed, and large windows offering a view of other buildings.

1. Alexander Motel

Taumarunui

Kenneth

HK$645

HK$742 total

includes taxes & fees

30 Sept - 1 Oct

A covered outdoor seating area with white chairs and a pool.

A hotel room with a bed, a desk, a chair, a sofa, and a table. There is a window with a view of greenery outside.

A backyard with a swimming pool, picnic tables, and Adirondack chairs.

A two-story house with a sloped roof, a covered porch, and a well-lit front entrance.

2. Central Park Motor Inn

Taumarunui

Craig

HK$755

HK$935 total

includes taxes & fees

30 Sept - 1 Oct

A covered pavilion with a stone base, surrounded by a snow-covered garden with rocks and various plants.

A rooftop pool area with two hot tubs, surrounded by a wooden fence and various tropical plants.

A cozy bar setting with a wood-burning stove, wooden furniture, and a sign reading "SPIRAL BAR".

A restaurant with wooden beams, tables, and chairs. There are windows and an exit sign.

3. The Park Hotel Ruapehu

National Park Village

Harley

HK$599

HK$689 total

includes taxes & fees

30 Sept - 1 Oct

A wooden lodge with a balcony, a covered patio, and a sign reading "Mountain Heights Lodge".

A spacious room with a large bed, a sofa, a TV on a wooden stand, and a view of the outdoors through large windows.

A wooden cabin with a hot tub, wooden walls, and a view of a grassy field through windows.

A sculpture of a tree in a landscaped area with a building in the background.

4. Mountain Heights Lodge

National Park Village

Handro

HK$591

HK$680 total

includes taxes & fees

11 Oct - 12 Oct

A modern outdoor seating area with a wooden deck, a white planter with a fern, and a glass door leading to a room.

A sunlit patio with a seating area, a large window, and indoor plants.

A sign for Plateau Lodge with a stone border and a wooden signboard.

A restaurant with large windows overlooking a snowy mountain landscape.

5. Plateau Lodge

National Park Village

David

HK$479

HK$551 total

includes taxes & fees

13 Oct - 14 Oct

A cozy room with a leather sofa, patterned armchairs, and a glass coffee table. A large window offers a view of a mountain.

A modern building with a balcony overlooking a hilly landscape.

A bedroom with a large bed, a TV, and a view of the landscape.

A hot tub in a wooden cabin with large windows offering a view of the surrounding landscape.

6. Skotel Alpine Resort

Tongariro National Park

Stefanie

HK$420

HK$483 total

includes taxes & fees

12 Oct - 13 Oct

A modern wooden building with large sliding glass doors, a covered patio area, and a wooden deck.

A two-story house with a porch, surrounded by lush greenery and flowering plants.

A modern kitchen with a built-in oven, microwave, and gas stove.

A door with a view of a backyard garden through a window.

7. Tongariro Crossing Lodge

National Park Village

HK$973

HK$1,119 total

includes taxes & fees

11 Oct - 12 Oct

A dining area with a wooden table and wicker chairs, a balcony with a view of the sea, and a leather sofa.

A spacious living area with a wooden dining table and chairs, a sofa, and a coffee table with a vase. There are large windows providing natural light and views of the outdoors.

A modern living room with a black leather sofa, wooden coffee table, and a large sliding glass door leading to a balcony.

A rocky shoreline with calm water and a distant hill.

8. Pukawa Villas (Formerly Oreti Village Resort)

Pukawa

Chloe

HK$878

HK$1,009 total

includes taxes & fees

30 Sept - 1 Oct

A spacious living area with a high ceiling, exposed wooden beams, a sofa set, armchairs, a coffee table, and a view of the outdoors.

A reception area with a wooden counter, a white armchair, a table with brochures, and a poster advertising a bus crossing.

An outdoor deck with wooden benches and tables, surrounded by glass doors and windows, with a view of the sky and trees.

A blue building with a sign reading "Manowhenua Lodge" and an "Office" sign.

9. Manowhenua Lodge - Hostel

National Park Village

Cameron

HK$552

HK$634 total

includes taxes & fees

2 Oct - 3 Oct

A dining room with a wooden deck and picnic tables, a chimney, and a mountain backdrop.

A white SUV parked at an electric vehicle charging station.

A cozy living room with a wooden ceiling, a sofa, a TV, a fireplace, and a dining area with a table and chairs.

A hotel room with a large bed, a smaller bed, a desk, a lamp, and a wall with vertical wooden slats.

10. The Crossing Lodge

Erua

Sahil

HK$220

HK$253 total

includes taxes & fees

30 Sept - 1 Oct

A multi-story building with a red roof, balconies, and a sign indicating it is an Alpine Chalet.

A building with a red roof and a porch area with red chairs.

A hallway with a wooden floor, a trash bin, a desk, a refrigerator, and a door leading outside.

A view from a window of a mountain landscape with a clear sky.

11. Alpine Chalets

National Park Village

Brayden

HK$1,060

HK$1,218 total

includes taxes & fees

30 Sept - 1 Oct

A bar setting with a glass of iced drink garnished with a lime slice, a bottle pouring into the glass, and a tray with multiple glasses.

A dining area with tables and chairs, a staircase, and a kitchen in the background.

A lodge with a staircase leading to a balcony, surrounded by snow-covered trees and parked cars.

12. Pipers Lodge

National Park Village

Jennifer

HK$452

HK$520 total

includes taxes & fees

27 Oct - 28 Oct

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Top Kakahi Hotel Reviews

Mountain Heights Lodge

8/10 Good

"Great base for whakapaka activities. Very cozy and quiet. Clean and comfortable"

The Park Hotel Ruapehu

10/10 Excellent

"Very good experience from A to Z."

Tongariro Crossing Lodge

10/10 Excellent

"Very clean. Well maintained property. Good location. Peaceful and quiet."

Alexander Motel

8/10 Good

"Very welcoming staff clean amenities comfortable bed"

Skotel Alpine Resort

8/10 Good

"Location, staff, and amenities are great. The property is much more beat up than shown, but not dirty. Would recommend"

Plateau Lodge

10/10 Excellent

"The room had everything I needed."

Alpine Chalets

10/10 Excellent

"Stayed for two nights while hiking in the national park. Great location with mountain views, stayed in a newly renovated suite which was lovely. Close to the road but pretty quiet at night."

The Crossing Lodge

8/10 Good

"Was good over all but no fan heater was too hot too much silent in rooms so if some one walking laughing it really disturbed. For groups it was great ."

Pukawa Villas (Formerly Oreti Village Resort)

10/10 Excellent

"Gorgeous view of the lake from the deck! Watched the beautiful sunrise. Well equipped kitchen."

More cheap stays in Kakahi

The Crossing Lodge

9 Erua Rd Erua Manawatu-Wanganui

HK$220

HK$253 total

30 Sept - 1 Oct

includes taxes & fees

8/10 Very good! (59 reviews)

Manowhenua Lodge - Hostel

35 Mackenzie St National Park Village Manawatu-Wanganui

HK$552

HK$634 total

2 Oct - 3 Oct

includes taxes & fees

9.4/10 Exceptional! (92 reviews)

Magpie Cottage - Homestay B&B

37 Rangaroa Road Taumarunui Manawatu-Wanganui

HK$642

HK$739 total

12 Oct - 13 Oct

includes taxes & fees

9/10 Wonderful! (2 reviews)

Tongariro Boutique B&B

18 B Erua Road Erua Waikato

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Tongariro Holiday Park

State highway 47 Tongariro Forest Park

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Tokaanu Lodge Motel

112 Mangaroa St Tokaanu Waikato

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9.2/10 Wonderful! (51 reviews)

Frequently asked questions

What's the best place for a stay in Kakahi?

Located 16.5 mi (26.6 km) from the heart of Kakahi, The Park Hotel Ruapehu is a top choice for your stay, based on our traveller data. Other good choices for your trip to the area are Skotel Alpine Resort and Mountain Heights Lodge. See all available top hotels, or vacation rentals in Kakahi.

What are some of the best holiday rentals that Kakahi has to offer?

Infinity Views - Lake Taupo (free wifi, linen provided): This holiday home rental outside of Kakahi is located on a lake, and has a balcony, a garden and a BBQ to put you at ease in your new surroundings. It has 3 bedrooms, as well as a kitchen with a dishwasher, a fridge and a stovetop, so that you can cook with friends or family. You and your friends and family can relax into your holiday with amenities such as a selection of games. See all vacation rentals in Kakahi.

If I need to cancel my hotel reservation in Kakahi, will I receive a refund?

Yes, most hotel reservations are refundable provided that you cancel prior to the accommodation's cancellation deadline, which is often 24 or 48 hours before the scheduled arrival. If you have a non-refundable reservation, you might still have the option to cancel and be given a refund within a 24-hour period of booking. Filter your search by fully refundable to find flexible hotel deals in Kakahi.

What is staying in Kakahi like?

Visitors to Kakahi will definitely find plenty to explore and enjoy. There are 142 hotels and other accommodation options in the surrounding area. Find out more about Kakahi.

What are the top places to visit in Kakahi?

Places to visit in the wider area include Whakapapa and Whanganui River Confluence, Tongariro Alpine Crossing and Mangatepopo Trail Head. You'll also find Mount Tongariro and Taumarunui Domain in the area. Take a look at what more there is to see and do in Expedia's Kakahi guide.

What's the seasonal weather like in Kakahi?

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 Kakahi are September, October, July and May, with each month seeing an average of 198 mm of rainfall.

Kakahi hotels from HK$253

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Our top choices for Kakahi hotels

1. Alexander Motel

2. Central Park Motor Inn

3. The Park Hotel Ruapehu

4. Mountain Heights Lodge

5. Plateau Lodge

6. Skotel Alpine Resort

7. Tongariro Crossing Lodge

8. Pukawa Villas (Formerly Oreti Village Resort)

9. Manowhenua Lodge - Hostel

10. The Crossing Lodge

11. Alpine Chalets

12. Pipers Lodge

Top Kakahi Hotel Reviews

Mountain Heights Lodge

The Park Hotel Ruapehu

Tongariro Crossing Lodge

Alexander Motel

Skotel Alpine Resort

Plateau Lodge

Alpine Chalets

The Crossing Lodge

Pukawa Villas (Formerly Oreti Village Resort)

More cheap stays in Kakahi

The Crossing Lodge

Manowhenua Lodge - Hostel

Magpie Cottage - Homestay B&B

Tongariro Boutique B&B

Tongariro Holiday Park

Tokaanu Lodge Motel

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