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Powderhorn Chateau

4.5 star property
4.5-star luxury hotel near Mountain Bike Station

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Meeting facility
The Apartment
Meeting facility
Front of property
2 restaurants, lunch served

Reviews

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful

Popular amenities

  • Bar
  • Room service
  • Breakfast available
  • Housekeeping
  • Laundry

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194 Mangawhero Terrace, Ohakune, 4660
  • Place, Ohakune i-SITE Visitor Information Centre
    ‪3 min drive‬
  • Place, Big Carrot
    ‪3 min drive‬
  • Place, Ohakune Old Coach Road
    ‪4 min drive‬

Room options

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The Apartment

The Apartment

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)
  • 20 sq m
  • 3 bedrooms
  • Sleeps 8
  • 3 Queen Beds, 1 Twin Bed and 1 King Bed

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Premium bedding, minibar, in-room safe, individually decorated

Queen Suite

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(3 reviews)
  • 20 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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Premium bedding, minibar, in-room safe, individually decorated

Twin Suite

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(4 reviews)
  • 20 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Queen Bed and 1 Twin Bed

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Chalet, 3 Bedrooms

Chalet, 3 Bedrooms

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)
  • 106 sq m
  • 3 bedrooms
  • Sleeps 6
  • 1 King Bed, 2 Twin Beds and 1 Queen Bed

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Powderhorn House

Powderhorn House

  • 186 sq m
  • 3 bedrooms
  • Sleeps 6
  • 2 Queen Beds, 1 Twin Bed and 1 King Bed

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Chalet, 2 Bedrooms

Chalet, 2 Bedrooms

  • 100 sq m
  • 2 bedrooms
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed and 2 Twin Beds

The Apartment

  • Sleeps 8

Queen Suite

  • Sleeps 2

Three-Bedroom Chalet

  • Sleeps 6

Three-Bedroom House

  • Sleeps 6

Two-Bedroom Chalet

  • Sleeps 4

Queen Double Suite

  • Sleeps 3

Twin Room

  • Sleeps 3

About the area

Ohakune

In regional park.You'll be within half a mile (1 km) of Mountain Bike Station and 2 miles (3 km) of Ohakune Old Coach Road with a stay here. Big Carrot is within 2 miles (3 km) and Ratana Church is within 9 miles (15 km).

What's nearby

  • Mountain Bike Station - 6 min walk - 0.6 km
  • Ohakune Disc Golf - 15 min walk - 1.3 km
  • Ohakune i-SITE Visitor Information Centre - 3 min drive - 2.6 km
  • Big Carrot - 3 min drive - 2.6 km
  • Ohakune Old Coach Road - 4 min drive - 2.2 km

Getting around

  • Whanganui (WAG) - 83 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪The Powderkeg - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪Big Mountain Burgers - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Utopia Cafe - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Kombi Coffee - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪The Mountain Rocks Cafe & Bar - ‬3 min drive

About this property

Powderhorn Chateau

4.5-star luxury hotel near Mountain Bike Station
There are 2 restaurants on site. You can enjoy a drink at the bar/lounge. A business center 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.

  • 32 guestrooms or units
  • 3 buildings
  • 2 dining venues
  • Meeting rooms
  • Ski equipment storage
  • Business facilities
  • Breakfast available (surcharge)
  • Self-service laundry
  • Front desk (limited hours)
  • Storage area for luggage
  • Front-desk safe
  • Tour and ticket information
  • Wedding services available
  • Pool or billiards table
  • Terrace
  • Newspapers in lobby (free)
  • Elevator
  • No smoking on site
  • Bar or lounge
Powderhorn Chateau offers 32 air-conditioned accommodations with minibars and safes. These individually decorated accommodations include desks. Beds feature premium bedding. Guests can make use of the in-room refrigerators and coffee/tea makers. Bathrooms include bathrobes, complimentary toiletries, and hair dryers.

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

Awards and affiliations

Eco-Certified Property
This property participates in Qualmark Sustainable Tourism Business Award, a program that measures the property's impact on one or more of the following: environment, community, cultural-heritage, the local economy.

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Property amenities

Family friendly

  • In-room refrigerator
  • Indoor pool
  • Laundry facilities

Internet

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

Parking and transportation

  • Free offsite parking
  • Street parking available
  • Area shuttle (surcharge)
  • Free self parking on site

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

Things to do

  • Billiards/pool table
  • Indoor pool
  • Ski storage

Accessibility

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

Room amenities

Entertainment

  • LCD TV with cable/satellite channels

Bedroom

  • Premium bedding

Bathroom

  • Bathrobes
  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Towels provided

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 available

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
This property comprises the main building and several chalets. The Chalets are located 0.3 miles (500 meters) 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.
  • Cribs (infant beds) are available for NZD 20.0 per day.

Property payment types

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

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
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A cash deposit, credit card, or debit card for incidental charges and government-issued photo identification may be required upon check-in.
Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in. Special requests can't be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.
    This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business, or profession. This property accepts Visa, Mastercard, and American Express. Cash is not accepted. For guests' safety, the property includes a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a security system, and a first aid kit in each accommodation. Cashless payment methods are available for all transactions.

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. 207 out of 320 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 92 out of 320 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 18 out of 320 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 3 out of 320 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 320 reviews

9.6/10

Cleanliness

9.4/10

Staff & service

9.4/10

Amenities

9.0/10

Property conditions & facilities

8.8/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

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

10/10 Excellent

Andrew

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Beautiful property and very cozy.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

HENRY, BOCA RATON

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
This is a 5 star property at a 3 star price. The staff was amazing, the rooms more than comfortable and the restaurant had great food
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2025

6/10 Okay

Heather

Travelled with family
Probably the best you can get for the area, but the wear and tear on this place is hard and the maintenance is lagging. If your expectations are not set at high end resort levels you will probably not be disappointed.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Sophie

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Beautiful scenic area with convenient access to mountain (skiing and hiking). Hotel was very comfortable.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Dion, Taupo

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2024

8/10 Good

Susan

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great place to stay inside pool and restaurants. Found the lighting in the room poor and sofa was very uncomfortable to sit on.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Charles

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Marina

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
We had an excellent stay and the staff were friendly and helpful. The facilities are very nice in general. Perhaps some things like the bathrooms looking a little dated but nothing major.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024

6/10 Okay

Henrietta

Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Perrett

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Gorgeous place to stay. Everything you need right there. Room was perfect and the staff were really friendly and professional.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Matthew

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Our favorite bar with fireplace
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Rachael

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Beautiful stay
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Yvonne

Loved the hot spa, unfortunately the temperature wasn’t hot enough a few of the days we stayed there. The pub was amazing, nice open fire, area for the kids to play and great food!
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2024