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Powderhorn Chateau

4.5 star property
Escape to an unforgettable mountain retreat with al fresco dining options and exhilarating activities just outside your doorstep.

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2 restaurants, lunch served
The Apartment | Premium bedding, minibar, in-room safe, individually decorated
Chalet, 2 Bedrooms | Premium bedding, minibar, in-room safe, individually decorated
Fridge, coffee/tea maker, electric kettle
Front of property

Reviews

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful

Popular amenities

  • Bar
  • Room service
  • Breakfast available
  • Housekeeping
  • Air conditioning
The current price is AED 596
AED 685 total
includes taxes & fees
24 Feb - 25 Feb

Room options

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The Apartment | Premium bedding, minibar, in-room safe, individually decorated

The Apartment

Highlights

Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Kitchenette
Refrigerator
Dishwasher
LCD TV
Day bed
  • 20 sq m
  • Sleeps 8
  • 3 Queen Beds and 2 Twin Beds

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

Chalet, 2 Bedrooms

Highlights

Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Refrigerator
LCD TV
Day bed
Premium bedding
2 bedrooms
  • 100 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed and 2 Twin Beds

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Powderhorn House | Premium bedding, minibar, in-room safe, individually decorated

Powderhorn House

Highlights

Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Kitchen
Refrigerator
LCD TV
Premium bedding
Day bed
  • 186 sq m
  • Sleeps 6
  • 2 Queen Beds and 2 Twin Beds

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

Queen Suite

Highlights

Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Refrigerator
LCD TV
Premium bedding
Day bed
Bathrobes
  • 20 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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Chalet, 3 Bedrooms | Premium bedding, minibar, in-room safe, individually decorated

Chalet, 3 Bedrooms

Highlights

Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Refrigerator
LCD TV
Day bed
Premium bedding
3 bedrooms
  • 106 sq m
  • Sleeps 6
  • 1 King Bed, 2 Twin Beds and 1 Queen Bed

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

Queen Double

Highlights

Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Refrigerator
LCD TV
Premium bedding
Day bed
Separate bathtub and shower
  • 20 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Queen Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed OR 1 Queen Bed and 1 Twin Bed

Twin Room

  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Double Bed and 1 Twin Bed

Queen Suite

  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

The Apartment

  • Sleeps 8
  • 3 Queen Beds and 2 Twin Beds

Two-Bedroom Chalet

  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Queen Bed and 2 Twin Beds

Three-Bedroom House

  • Sleeps 6
  • 2 Twin Beds, 1 King Bed and 1 Queen Bed

Three-Bedroom Chalet

  • Sleeps 6
  • 2 Twin Beds and 2 Queen Beds

Queen Double Suite

  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Queen Bed and 1 Twin Bed

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About the neighborhood

Map
194 Mangawhero Terrace, Ohakune, 4660

What's nearby

  • Mountain Bike Station - 5 min walk
  • Ohakune Disc Golf - 19 min walk
  • Ohakune i-SITE Visitor Information Centre - 3 min drive
  • Big Carrot - 4 min drive
  • Ohakune Old Coach Road - 4 min drive

Getting around

  • Whanganui (WAG) - 83 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Powderkeg Restaurant and Bar - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪The Chocolate Eclair Shop - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Utopia Cafe - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Kings Ohakune - ‬5 min walk
  • ‪Mountain Kebabs - ‬3 min drive

About this property

Powderhorn Chateau

Luxury eco-certified hotel near Mountain Bike Station
Located close to Ohakune Old Coach Road and Big Carrot, Powderhorn Chateau provides a terrace, laundry facilities, and a bar. At the two on-site restaurants, enjoy lunch, dinner, kids' meals, light fare, and al fresco dining. Free in-room WiFi and a business center are available to all guests.
Other perks include:
  • An indoor pool
  • Free self parking
  • Cooked-to-order breakfast (surcharge), an area shuttle, and a billiards/pool table
  • Free newspapers, an elevator, and meeting rooms
Room features
All guestrooms are individually decorated, and include comforts such as premium bedding and air conditioning, in addition to thoughtful touches like free WiFi and safes.
More amenities include:
  • Rollaway/extra beds (surcharge) and day beds
  • Free toiletries and hair dryers
  • LCD TVs with satellite channels
  • Refrigerators, electric kettles, and daily housekeeping

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.

Languages

English

Property amenities

Internet

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

Parking and transportation

  • Free self parking on site
  • Free offsite parking within 3 ft
  • Street parking available
  • Area shuttle (surcharge)

Food and drink

  • Cooked-to-order breakfast available for a fee 7:00 AM–10:00 AM on weekdays and 7:00 AM–11:00 AM on weekends: NZD 11-36 per person
  • 2 restaurants
  • 1 bar
  • Room service available

Restaurants on site

  • Powderkeg
  • Matterhorn

Things to do

  • Billiards/pool table
  • Indoor pool

Family friendly

  • Indoor pool
  • Laundry facilities
  • Refrigerator
  • Rollaway/extra beds (surcharge)

Conveniences

  • Banquet hall
  • Elevator
  • Free newspapers in lobby
  • Front-desk safe

Guest services

  • Daily housekeeping
  • Front desk (limited hours)
  • Laundry facilities
  • Luggage storage
  • Ski storage
  • Tour/ticket assistance
  • Wedding services

Business services

  • Business center
  • Meeting rooms

Outdoors

  • Terrace

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
  • In-room accessibility
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)

More

  • Smoke-free property

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Air conditioning
  • Bed sheets
  • Day bed
  • Premium bedding
  • Rollaway/extra beds (surcharge)

Bathroom

  • Bathrobes
  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Towels

Entertainment

  • LCD TV
  • Satellite channels

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Electric kettle
  • Minibar
  • Refrigerator

More

  • Connecting rooms available
  • Desk
  • Individually decorated
  • 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

Pets not allowed (service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees)

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
Rollaway/extra beds are available for NZD 30 per night
Cribs (infant beds) are not available

Property payment types

Important information

Fees

You'll be asked to pay the following charges at the property. Fees may include applicable taxes:

  • Deposit: NZD 285 per accommodation, per stay

We have included all charges provided to us by the property.

Optional extras

  • Fee for cooked-to-order breakfast: approximately NZD 11 to 36 per person
  • Rollaway bed fee: NZD 30 per night

The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may not include tax and are subject to change.

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 security system, and a first aid kit
Property Registration Number 455195

We should mention

Pool access available from 9:00 AM to 9:00 PM
The property has connecting/adjoining rooms, which are subject to availability and can be requested by contacting the property using the number on the booking confirmation
Children under 15 years old are not allowed in the swimming pool without adult supervision

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

Frequently asked questions

Does Powderhorn Chateau have a pool?

Yes, this property has an indoor pool. Pool access is from 9:00 AM–9:00 PM.

Is Powderhorn Chateau pet-friendly?

No, only service animals are welcome at the property.

How much is parking at Powderhorn Chateau?

Self parking is free at this property; nearby parking is also free.

What time is check-in at Powderhorn Chateau?

Check-in start time: 2 PM; Check-in end time: 9:00 PM. Late check-in is available during limited hours.

What time is check-out at Powderhorn Chateau?

Check-out is at 10 AM.

Where is Powderhorn Chateau located?

Situated in a regional park, this luxury hotel is within 2 mi (3 km) of Mountain Bike Station, Ohakune Old Coach Road, and Big Carrot. Ratana Church and Raetihi Show Ground are also within 9 mi (15 km).

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Powderhorn Chateau Reviews

Reviews

9.2

Wonderful

Rating 10 - Excellent. 191 out of 297 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 87 out of 297 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 16 out of 297 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 3 out of 297 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 297 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

Andrew

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

10/10 Excellent

HENRY

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

8/10 Good

Doug

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

Michael

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

10/10 Excellent

Sophie

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

Rachael

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

8/10 Good

Paula

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great place to stay for a day on the mountain skiing.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Perrett

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

8/10 Good

Susan

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

6/10 Okay

Heather

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

Aaron

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Rooms were really comfortable but more importantly warm.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Chloe

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We had a great stay and would love to come back.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2023

8/10 Good

Tamara

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
The property is a bit dated but it was clean and the staff was great. Breakfast at the restaurant was a win!
Stayed 1 night in Jun 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

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

10/10 Excellent

Raymond

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Great atmosphere, warm and friendly.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Marina

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

8/10 Good

Ian

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great atmosphere, lovely pool, and good bar food and breakfasts. Bathroom looked brand new. Would definitely stay again.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2022

10/10 Excellent

Judy

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The swimming pool was a great hit and it is fantastic to get a new towel for the pool each time we went swimming. The staff were great and helpful with suggestions of things to do and places to go.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Nancy

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Loved the hot tub pool, the decor and the uniqueness
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2023

10/10 Excellent

Patsy

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Beautiful Hotel, awesome swimming pool, great location, lose to all amenities 😁
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2022

10/10 Excellent

J. Erin

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Beautiful and charming rooms. Nice pool area. Great restaurant.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2023

10/10 Excellent

Matthew

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Favorite place
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Felix

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The breakfast was very good, the pool was fantastic and the Aperol Spritz was even better. Love the spaciousness of the rooms. We would highly recommend!!!!
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2024

10/10 Excellent

Rebecca

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
The staff and hospitality were beyond excellent. Everyone was helpful and friendly. They offered transportation and information about the area.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2024