Title: Ruapehu's gorgeous historic 5-star OWHANGO OLD POST OFFICE's 1-4 Bdr West-Wing - Latest Reviews, Deals & Photos 2026 - Expedia.ca [See all properties](http://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?regionId=6353157&destination=Owhango%2C+Manawat%C5%AB-Whanganui%2C+New+Zealand&selected=89681002&adults=2&children=&sort=RECOMMENDED&useRewards=false&semdtl=&userIntent=&vip=false) Entire apartment # Ruapehu's gorgeous historic 5-star OWHANGO OLD POST OFFICE's 1-4 Bdr West-Wing ## Photo gallery for Ruapehu's gorgeous historic 5-star OWHANGO OLD POST OFFICE's 1-4 Bdr West-Wing ![Outdoor spa tub - Ruapehu's gorgeous historic 5-star OWHANGO OLD POST OFFICE's 1-4 Bdr West-Wing (Ōwhango, National Park Ward, Ruapehu District)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/90000000/89690000/89681100/89681002/3e6a1b63.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=598&ra=fit) ![Dining - Ruapehu's gorgeous historic 5-star OWHANGO OLD POST OFFICE's 1-4 Bdr West-Wing (Ōwhango, National Park Ward, Ruapehu District)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/90000000/89690000/89681100/89681002/3d357ac5.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![4 bedrooms, iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets - Ruapehu's gorgeous historic 5-star OWHANGO OLD POST OFFICE's 1-4 Bdr West-Wing (Ōwhango, National Park Ward, Ruapehu District)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/90000000/89690000/89681100/89681002/11df5f07.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![TV, fireplace, books, stereo - Ruapehu's gorgeous historic 5-star OWHANGO OLD POST OFFICE's 1-4 Bdr West-Wing (Ōwhango, National Park Ward, Ruapehu District)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/90000000/89690000/89681100/89681002/b476cc1a.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Exterior - Ruapehu's gorgeous historic 5-star OWHANGO OLD POST OFFICE's 1-4 Bdr West-Wing (Ōwhango, National Park Ward, Ruapehu District)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/90000000/89690000/89681100/89681002/6dc93568.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) - Overview - Location - Amenities - Policies Experience the opulence of Ōwhango Post Office's WEST-WING, a lavish Art Deco retreat in the heart of Ruapehu District. This boutique holiday home offers exclusive use of its Back Deck sauna, spa-pool, and fire-pit with Cape Cod style seating perfect for toasting marshmallows. Enjoy stunning Gatsby style Lounge with fireplace and beautiful main Kitchen-Dining. ## Reviews 10 Exceptional ### Entire apartment 4 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 111399 sq ft ## Popular amenities - Hot tub - Kitchen - Washer - Dryer - Free WiFi - Outdoor Space ## Add dates for prices Check-in Check-out Travellers ## About this property ### Ruapehu's gorgeous historic 5-star OWHANGO OLD POST OFFICE's 1-4 Bdr West-Wing Stunningly renovated iconic century-old Ōwhango Post Office furnished in a lavish Art Deco style, located in the heart of the Ruapehu District, on the edge of the Tongariro National Park. Prestigious "5-Star Gold" grading by Qualmark. Nightly rates based on two guests per Queen/Double bed - but don't hesitate to enquire about an alternative arrangement. This listing is for the fully self-contained opulent WEST-WING which includes exclusive use of its Back Deck sauna., spa-pool and fire-pit with Cape Cod style seating ... perfect for toasting marshmallows to make s'mores! NOTE: The entire 7-Bedroomed whole BUNGALOW is also available to reserve for larger bookings. Additionally the lower-priced 1-4 Bedroomed EAST-WING-ONLY includes a well-equipped Kitchen-Dining, Laundry and Bathroom. WEST-WING AMENITIES: \> Romantic primary Bedroom with 4-poster Queen \> Optional stunning 'peacock' Bedroom with Double (the old Postmaster's Office) \> Optional pretty 'triple' bedroom with Double-Single Bunk Bed \> Optional uber cool 'Dorm' room with 4 x Single Beds \> Beautiful main Kitchen-Dining \> Stunning Gatsby style Lounge with fireplace \> Private backyard with Hot-tub spa-pool, Sauna cabin & Fire-pit \> Drying Room cupboard \> Gun Vault (for hunters) \> Washing Machine & Dryer \> Bathroom with Toilet, plus separate Shower (converted from the original Post Office phonebooth) \> Adjacent Garage available to securely store your outdoor gear incl bikes, skis, fishing-rods etc. \> Heat-pumps in the Lounge & Kitchen-Dining, plus Fire in the Lounge, plus heater in every bedroom, and electric blanket on every bed. \> Location of the iconic "42 Traverse" Selfie Wall LOCATION - THE NORTH ISLAND'S OUTDOORS MECCA Located in the heart of the Ruapehu District - outdoors capital of the North Island! - the UNESCO World Heritage Tongariro National Park's conservation areas start just 5-mins walk away at the end of the road, which is also a popular local world-class Fly-Fishing location. Many of NZ's top walking hikes and top cycle trails are just 1-30mins away, including the Tongariro Alpine Crossing, the Timber Trail, Old Coach Rd, and 42 Traverse (which ends at our doorstep), plus NZ's two largest ski-fields Whakapapa & Turoa on Mt Ruapehu ... along with many other regional attractions including the Forgotten Highway, Bridge to Nowhere and mighty Whanganui River. BEDROOM CONFIGURATIONS: \> The basic nightly rate includes up to 6 guests staying in the three Queen/Double bedrooms. \> 7th Guest can sleep in the Top Single Bunk in the 'Triple' bedroom \> 8-11 Guests also includes the Dorm Room with 4 x Single Beds \> NOTE: If you have less Couples and more Singles needing individual beds, you can simply book your reservation guest numbers as per these options to ensure you have the right number of individual beds to suit your unique needs. (Also, don't hesitate to message us with any questions - we're here to help in any way we can.) IN SUMMARY: This is an extraordinarily unique bespoke property, with its gorgeous rich art-deco decor full of authentic historic memorabilia and an impressive attention to detail ... you are stepping back a hundred years (but with all the mod cons). The boutique OLD POST OFFICE LODGE Holiday Home's WEST-WING is especially perfect for small groups of singles/couples and/or families, who are desiring 4-star mid to high-end accom rich with character and nice finishing touches. LOCATION IN DETAIL: Quaint Ōwhango Village, is in the heart of the southern King Country, which is part of the National Park Ward of the Ruapehu District ... with its location known as "Basecamp to the Ruapehu Region!" \> End point for the 42 Traverse trail including the 42 Traverse selfie-wall located next to the Post Office's garage (start point of the trail 25-min drive) \> 1-min walk to fab Blue Hill Cafe & Ruapehu Shuttles HQ \> 5-min walk to pretty Ohinetonga Trail (Tongariro Conservation park) & world-class trout fly-fishing at the Whakapapa River \> 10-min drive to Blazing Adventures HQ (canoeing, jet-boating, fishing & more) \> 10-15 min drive to the historic Kakahi General Store and Kakahi glow-worms (can be seasonal) \> 15-mins south of Taumarunui Town (incl New World Supermarket & Forgotten World Adventures HQ) \> 15-mins north of National Park Village (incl superette, cafes, pubs, restaurants, Fisher Track) \> 25-mins north-west of Chateau Tongariro & Whakapapa Village (another 5-10 mins drive up the Bruce Rd on Mt Ruapehu to the Whakapapa Ski Field and the Sky Waka Gondola) \> 30-mins south of the Timber Trail's shuttles HQ \> 30-mins north of Horopito (Smash Palace, Old Coach Road trail, Tohunga Junction, Ruatiti Valley trail) \> 30-mins to Laurens Lavender Farm with Cafe & 30-mins to the super cute Nevelea Alpacas \> 35-40 mins drives to start & end of the legendary Tongariro Alpine Crossing trek (Ruapehu Shuttle's can do drop-off & pick-up) \> 40-mins north of pretty Ohakune Village with its lots of interesting shops (and the giant carrot kids playground). \> 50-mins west of Turangi Town (on the banks of the Tongariro River) \> 60-mins north of Turoa Ski Field on Mt Ruapehu \> 60-mins north-west of Waiouru & the excellent National Army Museum \> 50-60-mins west of southern Lake Taupo \> 75-mins north of Whanganui River Adventures HQ in Pipiriki (start point for tours to the extraordinary Bridge to Nowhere) \> 90-mins south-west of the major lakefront town of Taupo (also location of nearest domestic airport) OUR COVID-19 PREVENTION DEEP-CLEANING PROTOCOLS • Contactless self-check-in using Key Lockbox. • For bookings not reserving the entire house, no areas are shared between West-Wing-only and East-Wing-only bookings (except garage storage for outdoor equipment). • All rooms are ventilated before cleaning, and cleaning staff wear disposable gloves. • We clean to remove dirt, then disinfect to kill germs, with a strong focus on all frequently touched surfaces (eg light switches, door-knobs, remote-controls, sink-taps, dishwasher & washer/dryer controls, lockbox keypads, hairdryer/straightener, kitchen appliances, kitchen condiments, kitchen/bathroom cabinet handles, etc), and vacuum cleaner emptied between guests. • All bedroom Linen and bathroom Towels are washed at the highest heat seating recommended by their manufacturer. • Supplies provided for guests of antibacterial hand soap, paper towels & tissues. ## Property amenities ### Ski - Close to skiing - Snowboarding nearby ### Pool/Spa - Hot tub - Sauna ### Internet - Available in the apartment: Free WiFi ### Parking and transportation - Onsite parking options include a garage ### Kitchen - Blender - Coffee/tea maker - Cookware, dishware, and utensils - Dishwasher - Electric kettle - Microwave - Oven - Paper towels - Refrigerator - Spices - Stovetop - Toaster ### Dining - Dining table ### Bedrooms - 4 bedrooms - Bedsheets provided ### Bathroom - 2 bathrooms - Hair dryer - Shower - Soap - Toilet paper - Towels provided ### Living spaces - Dining table - Fireplace - Living room ### Entertainment - Books - Games - Stereo - TV with cable/satellite channels ### Outdoor areas - Firepit - Outdoor furniture - Patio ### Laundry - Laundry facilities - Washing machine ### Comfort - Heating ### Pets - No pets allowed ### Suitability/Accessibility - Designated smoking areas ### Services and conveniences - Iron/ironing board ### Location highlights - In a village ### Things to do - 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You will receive an email from Vrbo with a link to a Vrbo account, where you can change or cancel your reservation ## About the area Owhango is home to this apartment. Epic Cycle Adventures and Fishers Track are worth checking out if an activity is on the agenda, while those wishing to experience the area's natural beauty can explore Ohinetonga Scenic Reserve and Whakapapa and Whanganui River Confluence. Discover the area's water adventures with jet skiing and kayaking nearby, or enjoy the great outdoors with hunting and hiking. [Visit our Owhango travel guide](https://www.expedia.ca/Owhango.dx6353157) [View more Apartments in Owhango](https://www.expedia.ca/Owhango-Apartments.d6353157-aaApartments.Travel-Guide-Accommodation) ![Map](https://maps.googleapis.com/maps/api/staticmap?&size=660x330&map_id=3b266eb50d2997c6&zoom=13&markers=icon:https%3A%2F%2Fa.travel-assets.com%2Ftravel-assets-manager%2Feg-maps%2Fproperty.png%7C-38.99963%2C175.37762&channel=expedia-HotelInformation&maptype=roadmap&scale=1&key=AIzaSyCYjQus5kCufOpSj932jFoR_AJiL9yiwOw&signature=nASNzKehOCo-stqzxuP_-NClJe4=) Ōwhango, National Park Ward, Ruapehu District, Manawatu-Wanganui ### What's nearby - ![Tongariro National Park](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6135271/693cc357-f620-4a05-aeb0-ccdeb157ad1d.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=115.61&rh=65.03&ra=fit&q=high) Tongariro National Park 20 min drive \- 32.6 km - ![Turoa Ski Area](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/553248621567596121/9ff6e72e-cc12-4932-8baf-d0770b0f77f1.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=115.61&rh=65.03&ra=fit&q=high) Turoa Ski Area 59 min drive \- 91.6 km - Ohinetonga Scenic Reserve 5 min walk \- 0.4 km - Tongariro National Park Whakapapa Visitor Centre 28 min drive \- 44.7 km - Whakapapa Ski Area 33 min drive \- 50.8 km ### Getting around - Taupō Airport (TUO) 93 min drive ### Restaurants - Owhango Hotel 9 min walk - Café 39 South 3 min walk - Café 39 South 7 min drive ## Frequently asked questions ### Is Ruapehu's gorgeous historic 5-star OWHANGO OLD POST OFFICE's 1-4 Bdr West-Wing pet-friendly? ### How much does it cost to stay at Ruapehu's gorgeous historic 5-star OWHANGO OLD POST OFFICE's 1-4 Bdr West-Wing? ### How much is parking? ### What time is check-in at Ruapehu's gorgeous historic 5-star OWHANGO OLD POST OFFICE's 1-4 Bdr West-Wing? ### What time is check-out at Ruapehu's gorgeous historic 5-star OWHANGO OLD POST OFFICE's 1-4 Bdr West-Wing? ### Where is Ruapehu's gorgeous historic 5-star OWHANGO OLD POST OFFICE's 1-4 Bdr West-Wing located? ## Have a question? Beta Get instant answers with AI powered search of property information and reviews. Ask a question ## Ruapehu's gorgeous historic 5-star OWHANGO OLD POST OFFICE's 1-4 Bdr West-Wing Reviews ## Reviews ### Exceptional All reviews shown are from real guest experiences. Only travellers who have booked a stay with us can submit a review. We verify reviews according to our guidelines and publish all reviews, positive or negative. [More information](https://www.expedia.ca/lp/b/content-guidelines) 10 - Excellent 1 8 - Good 0 6 - Okay 0 4 - Poor 0 2 - Terrible 0 ### 10 Cleanliness ### 10 Location ## Reviews Verified ### 10/10 Excellent #### Petra N. Feb 10, 2026 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy Everything was great! Very comfortable, fun decor and with so many little thoughtful touches - it was exactly what we needed to relax after doing the whanganui river journey! ##### Petra N. Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026