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Tongariro Crossing Lodge
LODGE $$$
( 07-892 2688;
www.tongarirocrossinglodge.com
;
27 Carroll St; s $115-125, d $155-165; )
As
pretty as a picture, this white weatherboard cottage is decorated with a baby-blue trim
and rambling blooms in summer. Cosy accommodation ranges from standard doubles to
larger self-contained apartments, and is dotted with period furniture. Breakfast is option-
al ($17 to $26) but wi-fi and use of the barbecue and sunny patio are free.
Adventure Lodge & Motel
LODGE, MOTEL $$$
( 07-892 2991;
www.adventurenationalpark.co.nz
;
21 Carroll St; d/tw $50/70, units from $110;
)
This place caters particularly to Tongariro Alpine Crossing trampers, offering ac-
commodation and transfers, with all-inclusive packages available (two nights' accom-
modation, breakfasts, lunch, dinner, T-shirt and transport for $170 to $265). Chill out
post-walk in the relaxing lounge, spa pool or barbecue area. The motel units are clean but
unspectacular.
Discovery Lodge
LODGE $$$
OFFLINE MAP
( 07-892 2744;
www.discovery.net.nz
;
SH47; cabins per person $30, units d $145-225)
Midway
between the village and the Whakapapa turn-off, this complex has a range of rooms from
basic cabins and beige motel room, to upmarket chalets sleeping four people. An on-site
restaurant has views of Ruapehu, plus there's a large deck, bar and comfy lounge. The
zealous owner is keen to help you discover his world; shuttles available.
Eating & Drinking
Station
CAFE $$$
( 07-892 2881;
www.stationcafe.co.nz
;
cnr Findlay St & Station Rd; lunch $9-18, dinner $29-38;
9am-late Wed-Mon, to 3pm Tue)
Count your blessings ye who find this little railway sta-
tion along the line, a lovely old dear, restored with care and now serving eggy brunches,
sandwiches, coffee and yummy cakes, plus an impressive à la carte evening menu.
Sunday roasts ($35) and Curry Thursdays ($16) are dinnertime highlights.
Four Square Supermarket
SELF-CATERING $
(cnr SH4 & Waimarino-Takaanu Rd; 7am-7pm)
This shop-cum-service-station stocks gro-
ceries, tramping food and a cornucopia of other useful wares.
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