Tongariro Suites @ The Rocks & Night Sky Cottage
near Ohakune, Central Plateau
Suites & Romantic Cottage with mountain views
Conveniently located for the Tongariro Crossing, mountain biking with the Old Coach Roach Cycle trail starting at our door step, walking in Tongariro National Park and exploring the Whanganui River by jet boat and canoe, not to mention paddle boarding and quadbike adventures close by as well.
For winter activities, we are located halfway between both of the main ski fields on the North Island, Whakapapa and Turoa ski fields are just a 30 minute drive from Tongariro Suites.
Tongariro Suites @ The Rocks is set in 1 hectare of New Zealand native landscaped gardens, surrounded by only peace and quiet with views towards Mt Ruapehu from your suite. 4 luxury suites, close to cafes in Ohakune.
Night Sky Cottage is also set on a 1-hectare block with NZ native and protected Manuka bush and several ancient NZ native beech trees you will enjoy a new level of luxury not offered anywhere near Tongariro National Park.
A choice of restaurants is available within a 10-15 minute drive and offer outstanding kiwi cuisine. There is also a range of eateries and cafes available in Ohakune.
Tongariro Suites @ the Rocks
Accommodation
Set in 1 hectare of New Zealand native landscaped gardens. While just a few hundred meters from the highway, you will be surrounded by only peace and quiet while admiring the views of Mt Ruapehu from your suite.
All four suites overlook the pond and landscaped gardens with fantastic views of Mt Ruapehu. Each suite has comfortable lounge seating for 2, a separate dining table and chairs, and a king-size bed with a maximum occupancy of 2. Luxurious bathrobes, tea and coffee-making facilities, microwaves, homemade candles, and bath salts will make your stay special. Each suite has its own private deck. All guests have access to the guest lounge with fireplace, library, and games. This guest lounge opens up to the Sun Deck with BBQ, hot tub, and sun loungers. Great place to meet other guests and watch the sunset.
Tongariro Suite
The most luxurious suite is approx 45m² in size and offers one of the best mountain views of all 4 suites. It has a romantic gas fireplace and the bed is positioned so you can wake up and see the sunrise. The bathroom has a spacious walk-in shower and freestanding bath. Covered deck with rocking chairs and breakfast setting. This suite also has direct access to the hot tub.
Ruapehu Suite
This suite is approx 48m² in size and in addition to the spacious walk-in shower offers a freestanding bath overlooking the gardens. Covered deck with rocking chairs and breakfast setting.
Whakapapa Suite
This suite is approx 42m² and the full bathroom also offers a freestanding bath with garden views and separate walk-in shower. Uncovered deck with rocking chairs.
Turoa Suite
This suite is our smallest but is still generous at 35m². The bed is positioned to wake up and see the sunrise. The deck is uncovered and has 2 chairs and coffee table. The bathroom has a spacious walk-in shower.
Meals
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Continental breakfast provisions are provided daily
Facilities
- Free unlimited Wifi
- Free use of BBQ
- Free use of hot tub
- Sun deck
- Guest lounge with library and games
- Native NZ planted gardens
Night Sky Cottage
Accommodation
All rooms in the cottage look out into native bush in a 100% private setting. Access to the cottage is by 50m boardwalk only. With the skylights in the lounge you can enjoy star gazing from the luxury of your couch. The unique bathroom has two side by side freestanding baths looking out into the bush for a romantic time together.
The cottage is approx 90 sq m in size and offers 2 bedrooms with luxury king-size beds. Spacious living with cozy wood fire, dining, and kitchen.
Each room looks out into the native bush to provide you with 100 % privacy. Access is by way of a 50m boardwalk only.
The bathroom is unique by offering two side-by-side freestanding baths. Create your own blend of therapeutic bath salts or bath oil from a range of essential oils, selected for their relaxing properties. Light a candle and relax.
Majestic full views of Mt Ruapehu are visible when you are driving up to the cottage. While in your cottage it is just a 50 m walk to the picnic area in the bush clearing to enjoy a picture framed view of Mt Ruapehu.
The cottage has been set up with a sustainable lifestyle in mind. All bathroom amenities and cleaning materials are made in NZ with only natural ingredients and are fully compostable including any packaging. Try our selection of herbal teas blended with Manuka and horopito leaves harvested from our own native bush. Due to the protected status of the Manuka Bush and NZ beech trees, smoking is only allowed in the car parking area.
Meals
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Continental breakfast provisions provided.
Facilities
- Free unlimited Wifi
- Kitchen & BBQ
- Sun deck
- Stargazing
Price: $280 to $750
ROOMS 4 & COTTAGE 1 | MAX GUESTS 12
Directions
From SH1 North, just after Turangi, turn right onto SH 41. After 2.7 km, turn left onto SH47. 6.3km later, turn left onto SH42. Travel past the historic Horopito School Hall on your left. Slow down further, you are almost there. 300 meters from the School Hall, turn right. (53 minutes)
From SH1 South, just after Waioru, turn right onto SH49. 36.1 km later, turn right onto SH4. After 4.9km, you reach Middle Road and sign saying Erua Forest on your left. Slow down and continue another 400m. (30 minutes)
From Wanganui. Follow SH4 all the way until you reach Middle Road and sign saying Erua Forest on your left. Slow down and continue another 400m. (1:30 minutes).
Turn into Hutiwai Road and B&B sign on your left. Drive to the end of this road and turn left at number 27. Drive another 180 metres, park your car and relax.
Guests for Night Sky Cottage will then be taken to the cottage, a few minutes' drive away, at 41 Ruapehu Downs, Horopito, Ohakune.
It would be helpful if you can advise your approximate arrival time especially if planning to arrive after 5 pm.
Terms
CHILD POLICY No children under 16
CHECK-IN between 3 and 7 pm. Check-in after 7 pm by prior arrangement only | CHECK-OUT 10 am
CANCELLATION 7 days 100%
- Alexis
- T +64 6 385 4431 / M: 027 204 0651
- W www.tongarirosuites.co.nz
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27 Hutiwai Road, Horopito, near Ohakune
Recommendations:
Ruapehu district offers many outdoor pursuits including the Tongariro Crossing, mountain biking with the Old Coach Roach Cycle trail starting at our door step and exploring the Whanganui River by jet boat and canoe. In winter, Whakapapa and Turoa ski fields are just a 30 minute drive.