The Powderhorn Chateau (Ohakune, NZ) from 137 £/night

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The Powderhorn Chateau - Ohakune

194 Mangawhero Terrace, Ohakune, New Zealand, ,·View on map

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Overall Score

Great

8.7Great

Cleanliness9.1

Comfort9.1

Location9.1

Staff9.1

Facilities8.9

Who stays here

Couples63%

Families22%

Groups9%

Solo6%

Overview

Overall Score

Great

8.7Great

Cleanliness9.1

Comfort9.1

Location9.1

Staff9.1

Facilities8.9

Who stays here

Couples63%

Families22%

Groups9%

Solo6%

Boutique ski hotel in Ohakune at the entrance to Tongariro National Park

Accommodation Options

Powderhorn Chateau offers two and three-bedroom chalets with full kitchens and laundry facilities for extended stays. Guest rooms include queen suites with private bathrooms and flat-screen TVs with 50 SKY channels. The three-bedroom Powderhorn House provides a lounge, terrace, and wood-fired heater.

Dining and Entertainment

The Powderhorn Chateau has the Powderkeg Restaurant and Bar serving an à la carte menu year-round, with breakfast in the room and kids' meals available. Guests can play billiards and darts or attend happy hour and live sport events in the bar. The hotel also offers packed lunches for day trips and room service.

Location and Activities

Ohakune Powderhorn Chateau is a 27-minute drive from Turoa Ski Field and 45 minutes from Whakapapa Ski Field. Staff at the tour desk can book Tongariro Crossing tours, and the Manganui-O-Te-Ao river provides excellent fishing nearby. Ohakune Station is just 300 metres away, offering rail access.

Facilities and Business

Powderhorn Chateau New Zealand provides an indoor heated swimming pool open all year, with pool towels included. The Matterhorn venue accommodates up to 100 guests for private events, and the conference room includes standard technical equipment. The hotel offers an electric vehicle charging station and accessible parking.

Sustainability and Family

The Powderhorn Chateau holds a yearly tree planting event to offset its carbon footprint. Board games and puzzles are available for children, and the hotel has family rooms and facilities for disabled guests. Ski storage and luggage storage are offered for convenience.

Location: 27-minute drive to Turoa Ski Field
Rooms: Two and three-bedroom chalets with full kitchens
Dining: Powderkeg Restaurant and Bar with à la carte menu
Pool: Heated indoor pool open all year
Events: Matterhorn event space for up to 100 guests
Sustainability: Yearly tree planting to offset carbon footprint

Good to know

Check-in/Check-out

from 14:00-21:00

from 07:00-10:00

Amenities

Wireless internet is available in the hotel rooms for free.

Other information

Pets

Pets are not allowed.

Building

Number of rooms:32

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Rooms and availability

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Family Studio

Max:

4 persons

Shower
Heating

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Three-Bedroom House

Max:

6 persons

Shower
Heating

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Queen Studio

Max:

2 persons
Bed options:

1 Queen-size bed

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Facilities

Main facilities

Free Wi-Fi

Free Wi-Fi in rooms

Free parking

Luggage storage

24-hour services

Food/ Drinks

Bar/ Lounge area

Outdoor dining area

Restaurant

Welcome drink

Swimming pool

Indoor swimming pool

Laundry

Flat-screen TV

Sports & Fitness

Skiing
Hiking
Horseback riding
Cycling
Billiard tables
Darts

Services

Room service
Housekeeping
Laundry
Tours/Ticket assistance
Welcome drink
Happy hour

Dining

In-room breakfast
Restaurant
Bar/ Lounge area
Outdoor dining area
Packed lunches

Business

Business centre
Meeting/ Banquet facilities
Fax/Photocopying

Children

Cots
Board games
Children's menu

Facilities for people with disabilities

Toilet for disabled

Spa & Leisure

Indoor swimming pool
Sun terrace

Room features

Free Wi-Fi in rooms
Air conditioning
Heating
Mini-bar
Sitting area
Patio
Terrace
Garden furniture
Tea and coffee facilities
Dining table
Ironing facilities

Bathroom

Washing machine
Free toiletries

Self-catering

Electric kettle
Dryer
Cookware/ Kitchen utensils

Bedroom

Electric blankets

Media

Flat-screen TV
AM/FM alarm clock

Room decor

Carpeted floor

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Essential information about The Powderhorn Chateau

💵 Lowest room price	137 £
📏 Distance to centre	1.7 km
✈️ Distance to airport	110.7 km
🧳 Nearest airport	Wanganui, WAG

Location

194 Mangawhero Terrace, Ohakune, New Zealand, ,

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194 Mangawhero Terrace, Ohakune, New Zealand, ,

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194 Mangawhero Terrace, Ohakune, New Zealand, ,

City landmarks
Nearby
Restaurants

Amusement Park

Ohakune Carrot Adventure Park

2.2 km

Bridge

Hapuawhenua Viaduct

2.2 km

Landmark

Ohakune museum

770 m

Landmark

Tangiwai Rail Disaster Memorial

2.3 km

Landmark

Mangawhero Forest Walk

770 m

Landmark

Mountain Church

1.2 km

Store

New World Ohakune

2.1 km

Store

SLR

2.0 km

Landmark

Big Carrot

2.2 km

Landmark

Lake Rotokura

2.1 km

Landmark

Saint Johns Anglican Church

2.0 km

Landmark

Rochfort Park

2.6 km

Landmark

Heliview Ruapehu

2.1 km

Landmark

Mangawhero Forest Walk and Rimu Walk

2.1 km

Landmark

Historic railway bridge

2.1 km

Store

Cornercopia Gift Shop

2.1 km

Bicycle Pump Track

470 m

194 Mangawhero Tce

Snow Centre

470 m

Restaurant

The Matterhorn Grill & Bar

60 m

Restaurant

OCR Cafe

80 m

Restaurant

The Kitchen Ohakune

90 m

Reviews of The Powderhorn Chateau

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9.1/ 10

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FAQ about The Powderhorn Chateau

Which attractions can we visit during our stay at the 4-star The Powderhorn Chateau?

During their stay at the 4-star The Powderhorn Chateau guests can visit SLR Ski Shop (2.1 km), Tangiwai Rail Disaster Memorial (2.5 km) as well as Big Carrot (2.3 km) among others.

Can we park our car at the The Powderhorn Chateau?

Yes, the The Powderhorn Chateau provides parking spaces on site.

Are there any dining facilities close to The Powderhorn Chateau hotel?

For an evening meal near The Powderhorn Chateau hotel, guests can go to Powderkeg Restaurant and Bar restaurant placed opposite the property or La Pizzeria & Cafe restaurant located 100 meters away).

Does the 4-star The Powderhorn Chateau hotel serve breakfast?

Yes, guests can enjoy breakfast, served daily in the restaurant of the 4-star The Powderhorn Chateau hotel.

What is the timeframe for check-in and check-out in the hotel?

Guests of the hotel can check in from 14:00 to 21:00 and check out from 07:00.

What payment methods are accepted in the The Powderhorn Chateau hotel?

At the The Powderhorn Chateau hotel, guests can pay using сash, American Express, and Visa as well as other payment methods.

What room types does The Powderhorn Chateau comprise?

The Powderhorn Chateau provides such room types as Two-Bedroom Chalet, Three-Bedroom House, and Three-Bedroom Chalet.

Which facilities are included in the rooms at the 4-star The Powderhorn Chateau?

Some suites at the 4-star The Powderhorn Chateau boast a stone fireplace, a sofa set and a work desk as well as private bathrooms which include hairdryers and complimentary toiletries.

Does the 4-star The Powderhorn Chateau offer special amenities for people with disabilities?

Yes, at the 4-star The Powderhorn Chateau there are rooms with accessible facilities and wheelchair access available for guests with special needs.

Is swimming pool available at the 4-star The Powderhorn Chateau?

Yes, the 4-star The Powderhorn Chateau features an indoor pool.

Which children services are offered at the 4-star The Powderhorn Chateau?

For guests staying at the 4-star The Powderhorn Chateau with their children, babysitting will be very useful.