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The Crossing Lodge and Backpackers

2.0 star property
Lodge in Erua with free parking

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Outdoor dining
Dining room
Theatre show
Microwave
Hallway

Reviews

8.2 out of 10
Very good

Popular amenities

  • Kitchen
  • Laundry
  • Free WiFi
  • Parking included
The current price is NZ$68
includes taxes & fees
23 Sept - 24 Sept

Explore the area

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9 Erua Rd, Erua, Manawatu-Wanganui, 3990
  • Mount Ruapehu
  • Whakapapa Ski Area
  • Tongariro National Park
    ‪9 min drive‬

Room options

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Economy Quadruple Room

Economy Quadruple Room

Highlights

Heating
Shared/communal kitchen
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Twin Bunk Beds

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Family Studio Suite

Family Studio Suite

Highlights

Balcony or patio
Heating
Mini-fridge
LED TV
Private bathroom
Microwave
Shared/communal kitchen
Digital channels
  • Mountain view
  • Sleeps 5
  • 1 Queen Bed and 3 Twin Beds

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Free WiFi, bed sheets

Economy Shared Dormitory (Bed Only)

Highlights

Heating
Shared/communal kitchen
  • Sleeps 1
  • 4 Twin Bunk Beds

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Deluxe Double Room

Deluxe Double Room

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(1 review)

Highlights

Heating
Mini-fridge
LED TV
Private bathroom
Shared/communal kitchen
Digital channels
Netflix
Desk
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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Free WiFi, bed sheets

Economy Twin Room

Highlights

Heating
Shared/communal kitchen
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Twin Bunk Bed

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Economy Shared Dormitory (Bed Only)

Economy Shared Dormitory (Bed Only)

Highlights

Heating
Shared/communal kitchen
  • Sleeps 1
  • 4 Twin Bunk Beds

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Economy Shared Dormitory (Bed Only)

Economy Shared Dormitory (Bed Only)

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(1 review)

Highlights

Heating
Shared/communal kitchen
  • Sleeps 1
  • 4 Twin Bunk Beds

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Economy Triple Room

Economy Triple Room

Highlights

Heating
Shared/communal kitchen
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Twin Bunk Bed and 1 Twin Bed

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Family Studio Suite

Family Studio Suite

Highlights

Balcony or patio
Heating
Mini-fridge
Flat-screen TV
Private bathroom
Microwave
Shared/communal kitchen
Digital channels
  • Mountain view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Queen Bed and 2 Twin Beds

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Free WiFi, bed sheets

Economy Twin Room

Highlights

Heating
Shared/communal kitchen
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Twin Bunk Bed

View all photos for Economy Shared Dormitory (Bed Only)

Free WiFi, bed sheets

Economy Shared Dormitory (Bed Only)

Highlights

Heating
Shared/communal kitchen
  • Sleeps 1
  • 3 Twin Bunk Beds

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Free WiFi, bed sheets

Economy Twin Room

Highlights

Heating
Shared/communal kitchen
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Twin Bunk Bed

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Family House | Living area

Family House

Highlights

Heating
LED TV
3 bedrooms
Private bathroom
Microwave
Shared/communal kitchen
Digital channels
Netflix
  • 3 bedrooms
  • Sleeps 6
  • 2 Queen Beds and 1 Twin Bunk Bed

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Free WiFi, bed sheets

Economy Quadruple Room

Highlights

Heating
Shared/communal kitchen
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Twin Bunk Beds

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Free WiFi, bed sheets

Family Studio Suite

Highlights

Heating
Mini-fridge
Private bathroom
Microwave
Shared/communal kitchen
Laptop workspace
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Queen Bed and 2 Twin Beds

View all photos for Economy Shared Dormitory (Bed Only)

Free WiFi, bed sheets

Economy Shared Dormitory (Bed Only)

Highlights

Heating
Shared/communal kitchen
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Twin Bunk Bed

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Family Room, Multiple Beds

Family Room, Multiple Beds

Highlights

Heating
Shared/communal kitchen
  • Sleeps 5
  • 3 Twin Beds and 1 Double Bed

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Economy Double Room

Economy Double Room

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(1 review)

Highlights

Heating
Shared/communal kitchen
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

About the area

Erua

At The Crossing Lodge and Backpackers, you'll be 4.2 km (2.6 mi) from Tongariro National Park and 7.4 km (4.6 mi) from Fishers Track. Highlights at this lodge include free in-room WiFi. .This smoke-free lodge offers free WiFi in public areas, a garden and a picnic area. Other amenities include laundry facilities and a microwave in a common area. There's also the convenience of free self parking. .In proximity to this Erua lodge you'll find Mount Ruapehu.
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What's nearby

  • Marton Sash and Door Cycling Park - 6 min drive - 7.6 km
  • Tongariro National Park - 9 min drive - 13.6 km
  • Tongariro National Park Whakapapa Visitor Centre - 18 min drive - 25.8 km
  • Ohakune i-SITE Visitor Information Centre - 25 min drive - 36.0 km
  • Mangatepopo Trail Head - 30 min drive - 29.7 km

Restaurants

  • ‪Schnapps Bar - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Spiral Bar - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪Macrocarpa Cafe - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Camo Kai Takeaway - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪Eivins Bar - ‬5 min drive

About this property

The Crossing Lodge and Backpackers

Lodge in Erua with free parking
The Crossing Lodge and Backpackers offers its guests a garden, a picnic area, and laundry facilities. Public spaces have free WiFi. The Crossing Lodge and Backpackers also features dry cleaning/laundry services, express check-in, and express check-out. Self parking is free.

This Erua lodge is smoke free.

  • 20 guestrooms or units
  • Charging station for electric cars
  • Dry cleaning
  • Self-service laundry
  • Express check-in
  • Express check-out
  • Pool or billiards table
  • Garden
  • Outdoor picnic space
  • Television in lobby
  • No smoking on site
  • Microwave in a common area
The Crossing Lodge and Backpackers offers 20 accommodations. Guests can surf the web using the complimentary wireless Internet access (speed: 100+ Mbps (good for 1–2 people or up to 6 devices)). Guests can make use of the shared/communal kitchen. Bathrooms include a shower.

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • In-room WiFi speed: 100+ Mbps (good for 1–2 people or up to 6 devices)
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Electric car charging station on site
  • Free self parking on site

Things to do

  • Billiards/pool table
  • TV in common areas

Family friendly

  • Laundry facilities

Conveniences

  • Guidebooks
  • Laundry facilities
  • Shared microwave

Guest services

  • Dry cleaning/laundry service

Outdoors

  • Garden
  • In a nature reserve
  • Outdoor entertainment area
  • Picnic area

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • 5 steps to reach entrance
  • No lift (single-level property)
  • Well-lit path to entrance

More

  • At least 80% lighting from LEDs
  • Comprehensive food waste policy
  • Comprehensive recycling policy
  • Humane treatment of captive wild animals
  • Smoke-free property

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • Shower

Food and drink

  • Shared kitchen access

More

  • Heating
  • LED lighting
  • Water-efficient showers
  • Water-efficient toilets

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; check-in end time: 4:00 AM
Express check-in available

Check-out

Check-out before 10:00 AM
Express check-out available

Special check-in instructions

There is no front desk at this property
Guests will receive an access code

Access methods

Access code

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Rollaway/extra beds are not available.
  • Cots (infant beds) are not available.

Important information

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
Safety features at this property include a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector and outdoor lighting
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A cash deposit, credit card or debit card for incidental charges and government-issued photo identification may be required upon check-in.
Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in. Special requests can't be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.
    This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business or profession. For guests' safety, the property includes a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector and outdoor lighting in all accommodation.

National rating

For the benefit of our customers, we have provided a rating based on our ratings system.

Property is also known as

9 Erua Road
The Crossing Backpackers Erua
The Crossing Lodge and Backpackers Erua
The Crossing Lodge and Backpackers Lodge
The Crossing Lodge and Backpackers Lodge Erua

Frequently asked questions

Is parking available at The Crossing Lodge and Backpackers?

Yep, The Crossing Lodge and Backpackers has a free self car park.

How much does it cost to stay at The Crossing Lodge and Backpackers?

As of 14 Sept 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at The Crossing Lodge and Backpackers on 23 Sept 2025 start from NZ$67.84, including taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

Is there a free airport shuttle available at The Crossing Lodge and Backpackers?

No, The Crossing Lodge and Backpackers does not offer an airport shuttle service.

What time are check-in & check-out at The Crossing Lodge and Backpackers?

Check-in begins at 2:00 PM. Check-out time is 10:00 AM.

Are pets allowed at The Crossing Lodge and Backpackers?

No, pets are not allowed.