Makakahi Travel Guide
Raetihi
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Popular places to visit
Ratana Church
After visiting Ratana Church, make a plan to see the other sights and activities in Raetihi. Discover the area's mountain views and seek out the ski slopes.
Raetihi Show Ground
Explore the great outdoors at Raetihi Show Ground, a lovely green space in Raetihi. Discover the area's spas and seek out its ski slopes.
The Dinosaur House
You can spend an afternoon browsing the exhibits at The Dinosaur House during your travels in Raetihi. Stroll along the riverfront or experience the area's entertainment choices.
Top hotels in Makakahi

The Park Hotel Ruapehu
6 Millar Street National Park Village
The price is 2.319.150 ₫ per night from 10 Jan to 11 Jan
2.319.150 ₫
2.667.023 ₫ total
10 Jan - 11 Jan 2026
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this hotel in National Park Village. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and 2 hot tubs. Our guests praise the restaurant and the helpful staff in their reviews. ...
8.2/10 Very Good! (1,000 reviews)
The room was very nice and comfortable. Good restaurant. The room was in the second floor with no lift and was quite difficult to carry our cases o the room
Reviewed on 30 Nov 2025

Mountain Heights Lodge
4576 SH 4 National Park Village Manawatu-Wanganui
The price is 2.159.541 ₫ per night from 13 Dec to 14 Dec
2.159.541 ₫
2.483.472 ₫ total
13 Dec - 14 Dec
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this motel in National Park Village. Enjoy free parking, on-site spa services and daily housekeeping. Our guests praise the helpful staff in their reviews. ...
9/10 Wonderful! (176 reviews)
Nice room (full and a single), comfy beds, pleasant staff. Unfortunately, we stayed bc we were doing the Crossing, but the torrential rain and high winds caused it to be cancelled.
Reviewed on 3 Dec 2025

Snowman Lodge
68 Clyde St Ohakune Manawatu-Wanganui
The price is 1.219.741 ₫ per night from 12 Dec to 13 Dec
1.219.741 ₫
1.402.702 ₫ total
12 Dec - 13 Dec
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this guesthouse in Ohakune. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and room service. Popular attractions Big Carrot and Ohakune Disc Golf are located ...
8/10 Very Good! (89 reviews)
Thank you
Reviewed on 19 Nov 2025

Rocky Mountain Chalets
20 Rangataua Road (State Highway 49) Ohakune NZ3
The price is 3.385.947 ₫ per night from 12 Dec to 13 Dec
3.385.947 ₫
3.893.839 ₫ total
12 Dec - 13 Dec
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this golf chalet in Ohakune. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and 3 hot tubs. Popular attractions Big Carrot and Ohakune Disc Golf are located nearby.
9.8/10 Exceptional! (85 reviews)
Very well taken care of. Kind and helpful staff.
Reviewed on 15 Nov 2025

Adventure Lodge & Motel
21 Carroll Street National Park Village
The price is 1.479.659 ₫ per night from 23 Dec to 24 Dec
1.479.659 ₫
1.701.639 ₫ total
23 Dec - 24 Dec
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this family-friendly B&B in National Park Village. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff in their ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (272 reviews)
Easy check-in. Very clean and well equipped room
Reviewed on 24 Nov 2025

LKNZ Lodge & Cafe
1 Rata St Ohakune Manawatu-Wanganui
The price is 1.342.155 ₫ per night from 12 Dec to 13 Dec
1.342.155 ₫
1.543.478 ₫ total
12 Dec - 13 Dec
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this lodge in Ohakune. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and breakfast (surcharge). Popular attractions Big Carrot and Ohakune Disc Golf are located ...
9/10 Wonderful! (75 reviews)
Great location to base out of for hiking. Originally booked for one night but stayed for three. Rooms are clean and it was great to have a microwave and mini fridge. No housekeeping if staying more than one night, but can request extra coffee, milk etc at the front. Ladies up front are wonderful ...
Reviewed on 19 Nov 2025
Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.
Makakahi Travel Guide
- Turoa Ski Area
- Big Carrot
- Bridge to Nowhere
- Ohakune Old Coach Road
- Whanganui National Park
- Ohakune i-SITE Visitor Information Centre
- Waitonga Falls Walk Trailhead
- Fishers Track
- Waimarino Golf Club
- Old Coach Road Bike Trail
- Raetihi Show Ground
- Raurimu Spiral
- Ohakune Disc Golf
- St Joseph's Church
- Kawana Flour Mill
- Mountain Bike Station
