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Powderhorn Chateau

4.5 star property

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Interior entrance
Food and drink
Premium bedding, minibar, in-room safe, individually decorated
2 restaurants, lunch served
Indoor pool

Reviews

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful

Popular amenities

  • Parking included
  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Restaurant
  • Air-conditioning
  • Breakfast available

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194 Mangawhero Terrace, Ohakune, 4660
  • Place, Tongariro National Park
    ‪5 min walk‬
  • Place, Mountain Bike Station
    ‪6 min walk‬
  • Place, Ohakune Old Coach Road
    ‪4 min drive‬

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About this property

Powderhorn Chateau

2 restaurants, an indoor pool and a bar/lounge are available at this smoke-free hotel. Free WiFi in public areas and free self parking are also provided. Other amenities include a business centre, laundry facilities and free newspapers.
Powderhorn Chateau offers 32 air-conditioned accommodations with minibars and a safe. This individually decorated accommodation includes desks. Beds feature premium bedding. Guests can make use of the in-room fridges and coffee/tea makers. Bathrooms include bathrobes, complimentary toiletries and hairdryers.

This Ohakune hotel provides complimentary wireless Internet access. LCD televisions come with satellite channels. Housekeeping is provided on a daily basis.

Recreational amenities at the hotel include an indoor pool.

Children aged under 15 years old are not allowed in the swimming pool without adult supervision.

The recreational activities listed below are available either on-site or nearby; fees may apply.

During your stay at Powderhorn Chateau, you're just a quick walk from Tongariro National Park. Enjoy features like free WiFi in public areas and free self-parking, plus 2 restaurants.
  • Free WiFi
  • Free self-parking
  • Enjoy a bite to eat at one of the 2 restaurants
  • Cooked-to-order breakfast served daily for a fee
  • Take a swim in the indoor pool
  • Services include tour or ticket assistance, luggage storage and wedding services
  • 5 minutes by foot from Mountain Bike Station and a 4-minute drive from Big Carrot
  • Local-area shuttle service available for a fee
There are 2 restaurants on site. You can enjoy a drink at the bar/lounge. A business centre and meeting rooms are available.

WiFi is free in public spaces. An indoor pool, a terrace, and ski storage are also featured at the luxury Powderhorn Chateau. Self parking is free.

This 4.5-star Ohakune hotel is smoke free.

For a fee, guests can enjoy cooked-to-order breakfast on weekdays from 7:00 AM to 10:00 AM and at the weekend from 7:00 AM to 11:00 AM.
Powderkeg – This restaurant serves lunch, dinner and light fare. Guests can order drinks at the bar and enjoy al fresco dining (weather permitting). A children's menu is available.
Matterhorn – On-site restaurant. Guests can order drinks at the bar and enjoy al fresco dining (weather permitting). Reservations are required.
Room service (during limited hours) is available.

Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Free offsite parking within 1 metre
  • Street parking available
  • Area shuttle (surcharge)
  • Free self parking on site
  • Limited on-site self parking

Food and drink

  • Cooked-to-order breakfast available for a fee 7:00 AM to 10:00 AM on weekdays and 7:00 AM to 11:00 AM on weekends; NZD 11 to 36 per person
  • 2 restaurants
  • A bar/lounge

Restaurants on site

  • Matterhorn
  • Powderkeg

Things to do

  • Billiards/pool table
  • Indoor pool
  • Ski storage

Family friendly

  • In-room refrigerator
  • Indoor pool
  • Laundry facilities

Conveniences

  • Free newspapers in lobby
  • Laundry facilities
  • Limited-hour front desk
  • Luggage storage
  • Safe at front desk

Guest services

  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Tour and ticket assistance
  • Wedding services

Business services

  • Business centre
  • Meeting rooms

Outdoors

  • In a regional park
  • In the mountains
  • Terrace

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Grab bar near toilet
  • Lift
  • Wheelchair accessibility
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk

More

  • 3 buildings
  • Banquet hall
  • Smoke-free property

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Premium bedding

Bathroom

  • Dressing gowns
  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • LCD TV with cable/satellite channels

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Electric kettle
  • Limited room service
  • Minibar
  • Refrigerator

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Connecting rooms available
  • Desk
  • Individual decor
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Safe

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 2 PM; check-in end time: 9:00 PM
Late check-in subject to availability
Minimum check-in age - 18

Check-out

Check-out before 10 AM
Contactless check-out

Special check-in instructions

The front desk is open daily from 7:00 AM - 9:00 PM
Guests must contact the property in advance for check-in instructions; front desk staffed during limited hours
To make arrangements for check-in please contact the property at least 24 hours before arrival using the information on the booking confirmation
If you are planning to arrive after 9:00 PM please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools
This property comprises the main building and several chalets. The Chalets are located 0.3 miles (500 metres) from the main building.

Access methods

Front desk (limited hours)

Pets

  • No pets allowed, but service animals are welcome

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Rollaway/extra beds are available for NZD 30.0 per night.
  • Cots (infant beds) are available for NZD 20.0 per day.

Payment types at the property

Important information

Fees

Guests will be asked to pay the following charges at the property:

  • Deposit: NZD 285 per accommodation, per stay

We've listed all charges provided to us by the property.

Optional extras

The fees and deposits listed below will be charged at the time of service, check-in, or check-out.

  • Fee for cooked-to-order breakfast: approximately NZD 11 to 36 per person
  • Crib (infant bed) fee: NZD 20.0 per day
  • Rollaway bed fee: NZD 30.0 per night

This may not be a comprehensive list. Fees and deposits are subject to change and might not include tax.

You need to know

This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business or profession.
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 credit cards; cash is not accepted
Cashless transactions are available
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a security system and a first aid kit
The front desk at this property is open daily from 7:00 AM - 9:00 PM.
To arrange for check-in, guests must contact the property at least 24 hours prior to arrival using the information on the booking confirmation. Guests arriving after 9:00 PM must make advance arrangements by contacting the property using the information on the booking confirmation. Guests must contact the property in advance for check-in information. Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property.
Property Registration Number 455195

We should mention

  • Pool access available from 9:00 AM to 9:00 PM
  • Connecting/adjoining rooms are subject to availability and can be requested by contacting the property at the number on your booking confirmation.

National rating

Rating provided by Qualmark®, source of official star ratings for accommodation in New Zealand.

Property is also known as

Powderhorn Chateau
Powderhorn Chateau Hotel
Powderhorn Chateau Hotel Ohakune
Powderhorn Chateau Ohakune
Powderhorn Chateau Mount Ruapehu Hotel Ohakune
Powderhorn Chateau Mount Ruapehu Ohakune
Powderhorn Chateau Mount Ruapehu Ohakune
Powderhorn Chateau Hotel
Powderhorn Chateau Ohakune
Powderhorn Chateau Hotel Ohakune

Powderhorn Chateau Reviews

Reviews

9.2

Wonderful

Rating 10 - Excellent. 215 out of 331 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 94 out of 331 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 19 out of 331 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 3 out of 331 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 331 reviews

9.6/10

Cleanliness

9.4/10

Staff & service

9.2/10

Amenities

9.0/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Jared

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Great staff, Daria was very helpful, and the room was clean and perfect!
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2025

10/10 Excellent

Dr Deepak

Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025

10/10 Excellent

Maree

Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Cathi

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Loved the cosy feel, the pool was great the food was excellent. Need a frequent stay loyalty program.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

8/10 Good

Lisa

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Stayed for one night in queen room. Very cosy but best thing about our stay were the staff in the bar/restaurant. Excellent customer service
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

David

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Lovely hotel with excellent staff. Great location near the railway station.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

mel

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Neil

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Marc

Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Alex

Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

8/10 Good

Raymond, Cambridge

Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Laine

Liked: Amenities
Food 10 /10 excellent service food taste great
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

6/10 Okay

Milad

Travelled with partner
Liked: Staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Beautiful decor. Warm and coy
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Melissa

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The house was beautiful and comfortable with great views!
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Tara

Travelled with family and small children
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We enjoyed our stay here. Everything was clean and tidy and well maintained. Food was great. Swimming pool was nice and warm and cosy.Location was great. We would definitely go back.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Ian

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
it's a great base to explore the mountain, and loved hanging out in the Powderkeg at the end of the day. Excellent food and service. 2nd time staying and will definitely be back. Thank you!
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

6/10 Okay

Judy

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
This property advertises a heated pool. This is the second year that I have stayed at the Powderhorn and the pool has been cold. This is extremely disappointing and I will not return again. Shame for Ohakune.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2025

8/10 Good

PHILIP

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Victor T

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
One of the my favorite hotels on month-long trip to New Zealand. After hiking 6-hour Tongariro, the expansive hot tub-pool at Powderhorn was just what the doc ordered. Laundry room on the floor a plus -- and hotel dining facilities (for dinner and breakfast) were very good.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

David

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great place and fantastic hot pool
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

bertrand

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Hôtel montagnard de bois charmant. Offre des chambres en pavillon principal et 3 chalets adjacents. Ces chalets sont tout équipés ( garage intérieur inclus).Piscine intérieure chauffée appréciée après les randonnées. Belle adresse.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jacquelyn

Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Karen

Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Michael

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Should have stayed more than one night.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025

8/10 Good

Doug

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Still the best hotel in Ohakune - some great improvements to the rooms. Lots of mountain character!
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2025