About Us

So what sets Discovery Lodge apart from the crowd I hear you ask? Firstly, we do, the team at Discovery. Secondly, the outstanding landscape which surrounds us (and no neighbours to be seen!). And thirdly, we have accommodation for all budgets.

Most of us were born in this area and have been here all our lives. We get out amongst the bush and the mountain tracks everyday regardless of the weather (sometimes not even Gore-Tex can keep up) so we have intimate local knowledge. So who better to help with your Tongariro National Park adventure than passionate locals?

We really do have the most unique location. Across the road is the Tongariro National Park with three active volcanoes in full view. In fact, we are the only tourist accommodation in New Zealand to enjoy a panorama of Tongariro’s active volcanoes. The accommodation is set amongst 10 acres of park like grounds and surrounded by wild farmland and the Tongariro National Park.

We have accommodation for everyone from self-contained chalets & motels, backpacker cabins, tent sites and powered sites. More...

I should also mention our exclusive Tongariro Crossing Transport service. We have operated the earliest shuttle to the start since 2001. We are proud of this because it means our guests get to walk the Crossing is peace and quiet, and miss the crowds. We are also especially proud of our 100% safety record. More…

Our Facilities

Restaurant and Bar
You deserve to sit down and relax after being out and about all day. Let us prepare a good hearty meal to satisfy your hunger and your taste buds. And at the same time, being nice to your wallet. We pride ourselves on friendly service and excellent quality food. Our restaurant serves breakfast, dinner and premium Italian espresso coffee. We can also make up a packed lunch to go, to keep your energy levels at maximum for your next adventures.

Front Deck
A spectacular panorama of Tongariro's volcanoes. Great place to relax in the evening with a wine and watch the evening light on the mountains. Or read a book and catch some sun. Or marvel at your achievement of walking the Tongariro Crossing with a cold beer or illy coffee from the bar.

Guest Lounge
This place is for fun and leisure only - no serious business allowed here. Enjoy a drink or two, meet people from all over the world, play pool, watch the big screen TV, surf the Internet. Or be impressed watching the sun set on the mountains - from inside, or outside on our big deck.

Guest Laundry
For when your clothes can't keep up with the pace anymore, spend just a couple of bucks, and have them smelling like roses again. There is also a drying room for wet gear if you have been out in the elements.

Communal Building for Campers & Cabins
The brand new kitchen and the old pool room (now the dinning room) have great views of Mt Ruapehu. Fortunately there are no views from the toilets and showers! But the showers are free and there is plenty of hot water.

Our Water
We enjoy beautiful drinking water here which is sourced from our private fresh water bore 30m below the ground surface. Not only can you enjoy fresh cool mountain water to drink, you also have the opportunity to do your part for the environment by refilling your water bottles to take with you when you depart.

The Team

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