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Our top choices for Whakapapa Ski Area hotels

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Skotel Alpine Resort

Skotel Alpine Resort

Skotel Alpine Resort
3.5 star property
4.1 km from Whakapapa Ski Area
8.4 out of 10, Very good, (813)
"Great location to the National park trails. "
United States
Rebecca
The price is ฿1,705
฿1,961 total
includes taxes & fees
12 Jan - 13 Jan
Skotel Alpine Resort
Front of property
Mountain Heights Lodge

Mountain Heights Lodge

Mountain Heights Lodge
3.0 star property
14 km from Whakapapa Ski Area
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (186)
"Clean room, nice staff, comfy bed"
United States
Erin
The price is ฿2,640
฿3,036 total
includes taxes & fees
18 Jan - 19 Jan
Mountain Heights Lodge
Premium Suite, 1 Bedroom, Garden Area | Premium bedding, individually decorated, laptop workspace
Tongariro Crossing Lodge

Tongariro Crossing Lodge

Tongariro Crossing Lodge
4.5 star property
15.3 km from Whakapapa Ski Area
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (184)
"All staff were extremely polite and kind, suite was brand new and warm. Would stay here again!"
United States
Scott
The price is ฿4,659
฿5,358 total
includes taxes & fees
27 Jan - 28 Jan
Tongariro Crossing Lodge
Interior detail
Manowhenua Lodge - Hostel

Manowhenua Lodge - Hostel

Manowhenua Lodge - Hostel
2.0 star property
15.5 km from Whakapapa Ski Area
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (86)
"Very nice place to stay "
Australia
David
The price is ฿2,259
฿2,598 total
includes taxes & fees
9 Jan - 10 Jan
Manowhenua Lodge - Hostel
Front of property
Adventure Lodge & Motel

Adventure Lodge & Motel

Adventure Lodge & Motel
3.5 star property
15.2 km from Whakapapa Ski Area
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (277)
"Clean room and bathrooms. Overall great facility!! John drove us to the Alpine crossing and gave us a walkthrough of the history behind the tongariro national park and safety tips for the hike. We had a great experience. Thank you John."
United States
Nakul
The price is ฿1,600
฿1,840 total
includes taxes & fees
18 Jan - 19 Jan
Adventure Lodge & Motel
Exterior
Plateau Lodge

Plateau Lodge

Plateau Lodge
3.0 star property
15.2 km from Whakapapa Ski Area
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (343)
"Everyone was delightful "
United States
Drew
The price is ฿3,122
฿3,590 total
includes taxes & fees
11 Jan - 12 Jan
Plateau Lodge
Reception
The Park Hotel Ruapehu

The Park Hotel Ruapehu

The Park Hotel Ruapehu
3.0 star property
15 km from Whakapapa Ski Area
8.2 out of 10, Very good, (1000)
"Good staff, good room, close to the mountain. "
Australia
Balthazar
The price is ฿2,745
฿3,157 total
includes taxes & fees
9 Jan - 10 Jan
The Park Hotel Ruapehu
Outdoor dining
The Crossing Lodge and Backpackers

The Crossing Lodge and Backpackers

The Crossing Lodge and Backpackers
2.0 star property
13.6 km from Whakapapa Ski Area
7.8 out of 10, Good, (35)
"Great property warm rooms easy check in and out "
Australia
Tamera
The price is ฿994
฿1,143 total
includes taxes & fees
9 Jan - 10 Jan
The Crossing Lodge and Backpackers
Lobby lounge
Pipers Lodge

Pipers Lodge

Pipers Lodge
3.0 star property
15.2 km from Whakapapa Ski Area
8.4 out of 10, Very good, (140)
"It was close to where we wanted to go during our stay."
Australia
Christian
The price is ฿2,039
฿2,345 total
includes taxes & fees
9 Jan - 10 Jan
Pipers Lodge
Front of property
Alpine Chalets

Alpine Chalets

Alpine Chalets
3.0 star property
14.8 km from Whakapapa Ski Area
8.0 out of 10, Very good, (97)
"We’ve had the best time at Alpine Chalets. Amazing hospitality from the staff, the rooms are clean, tidy and very modern. The views were spectacular of the mountains! Highly recommend, will definitely be back :)"
Australia
Marisa
The price is ฿4,522
฿5,200 total
includes taxes & fees
18 Jan - 19 Jan
Alpine Chalets
Tongariro Suite | Terrace/patio
Tongariro Suites at The Rocks

Tongariro Suites at The Rocks

Tongariro Suites at The Rocks
4.0 star property
20.2 km from Whakapapa Ski Area
10.0 out of 10, Exceptional, (105)
"The room was clean and had a hot bath, so I could relax. The starry sky outside the room was the most beautiful I've ever seen in my life!"
Japan
Keiichiro
The price is ฿13,335
฿15,335 total
includes taxes & fees
11 Jan - 12 Jan
Tongariro Suites at The Rocks
Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.
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Top Whakapapa Ski Area Hotel Reviews

The Crossing Lodge and Backpackers

The Crossing Lodge and Backpackers

10/10 Excellent
"Great stay and opportunity to meet others. "
Joy 1-night trip
Posted 9 days ago
The Crossing Lodge and Backpackers
Alpine Chalets

Alpine Chalets

10/10 Excellent
"We’ve had the best time at Alpine Chalets. Amazing hospitality from the staff, the rooms are clean, tidy and very modern. The views were spectacular of the mountains! Highly recommend, will definitely be back :)"
Marisa 2-night trip
Posted 4 months ago
Alpine Chalets

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Emerald Green Lake - Tongariro National Park, New Zealand

Tongariro National Park

Explore New Zealand’s phenomenal volcanic landscape and trek across one of the best known hiking trails in the country.
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Field of gold along Taranaki Falls trail
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Taranaki Falls

4.7/5 (62 reviews)
Explore the great outdoors at Taranaki Falls and enjoy the mountain views during your trip to Tongariro National Park. Savour the top-notch restaurants and lively bars while in town.
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Frequently asked questions

What's the area like around Whakapapa Ski Area?
Whakapapa Ski Area is located in a welcoming area of Tongariro National Park known for its array of dining options and bar scene. When you want to settle in and find a place to stay, take a look at some of the hotels and other accommodation options that Expedia offers in the area.
What's the best hotel to stay close to Whakapapa Ski Area?
Skotel Alpine Resort is one of the top choices for your stay based on our traveller data, and this hotel offers a restaurant and free parking. It's located 2.6 mi (4.1 km) from Whakapapa Ski Area. Other good options around the area include The Park Hotel Ruapehu and Mountain Heights Lodge.
If I need to cancel the hotel reservation for my stay near Whakapapa Ski Area, will I receive a refund?
Yes! Most room reservations are fully refundable if you cancel prior to the accommodation's cancellation deadline, which is often 24 or 48 hours before your check-in date. If you have a reservation that's non-refundable, you might be able to cancel it and receive a refund within a 24-hour period of your booking. Add dates, click "Search", then use the filter option "fully refundable" to view the best deals near Whakapapa Ski Area.
What can I see and do near Whakapapa Ski Area?
At Tongariro National Park, Taranaki Falls and Mount Ruapehu, you can surround yourself with nature. You might plan a visit to Tongariro National Park Whakapapa Visitor Centre or Waterfall Express Chair while you're in the area. A visit to Lower Tama Lake is worth the trip when you're visiting.