The Powderhorn Chateau is a favourite destination for travelers, ski and mountain enthusiasts and is an ideal venue for events and special occasions.
For visitors to Tongariro National Park and Whanganui National Park, Ohakune is an ideal base. Stay at the Powderhorn, and enjoy the ambience of an alpine lodge along with the all the comfort of a Qualmark rated four star boutique hotel.
Our accommodation is located at the start or finishing point of the Old Coach Road cycle and walkway. For summer visitors we're 40 minutes from the start of the Tongariro Alpine Crossing and 30 minutes from Pipiriki the starting point for trips on the Whanganui River.
To our most gracious hosts…
The Powderhorn stands alone in my mind as the single most nurturing oasis on this sacred island! Nestled in the crisp mountain air, beckoning us forever to return, you rival our most pleasurable elf retreats.
— Sean Astin (SAM)
Our comfortable accommodation include cosy hotel suites, and a self-contained apartment that accommodates up to eight people. Dine in the famous Powderkeg restaurant.
There is an abundance of outdoor activity in the Ruapehu district. The walking opportunities are endless, the most well known being the Tongariro Alpine Crossing.
Another great day trip is a jet boat tour on the Whanganui River and walk to the Bridge to Nowhere. Another "must do" is the Old Coach Road cycle and walkway.
