The Best Hotels Closest to Whakapapa Ski Area in Tongariro National Park for 2026

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A cozy room with a leather sofa, patterned armchairs, and a glass coffee table. A large window offers a view of a mountain.

A terrace with wooden furniture and a view of a mountain at sunset.

A hot tub in a wooden cabin with large windows offering a view of the surrounding landscape.

A modern building with a balcony overlooking a hilly landscape.

1. Skotel Alpine Resort

4.1 km from Whakapapa Ski Area

Stefanie

￥6,855

￥8,051 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 20 - Sep 21

A covered pavilion with a stone base, surrounded by a snow-covered garden with rocks and various plants.

A cozy bar setting with a wood-burning stove, wooden furniture, and a sign reading "SPIRAL BAR".

A hotel with red roofs, a covered outdoor area, and a view of a mountain range.

A restaurant with wooden beams, tables, and chairs. There are windows and an exit sign.

2. The Park Hotel Ruapehu

15 km from Whakapapa Ski Area

Clive

￥11,195

￥13,001 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 21 - Sep 22

A wooden lodge with a balcony, a covered patio, and a sign reading "Mountain Heights Lodge".

A wooden deck with a table and two chairs, overlooking a natural landscape with hills and trees.

A spacious room with a large bed, a sofa, a TV on a wooden stand, and a view of the outdoors through large windows.

A wooden cabin with a hot tub, wooden walls, and a view of a grassy field through windows.

3. Mountain Heights Lodge

14 km from Whakapapa Ski Area

Handro

￥11,883

￥13,665 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 20 - Sep 21

A modern outdoor seating area with a wooden deck, a white planter with a fern, and a glass door leading to a room.

A sunlit patio with a seating area, a large window, and indoor plants.

A restaurant with large windows overlooking a snowy mountain landscape.

A sign for Plateau Lodge with a stone border and a wooden signboard.

4. Plateau Lodge

15.2 km from Whakapapa Ski Area

David

￥11,114

￥12,781 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 20 - Sep 21

A dining room with a wooden deck and picnic tables, a chimney, and a mountain backdrop.

A white SUV parked at an electric vehicle charging station.

A hotel room with a large bed, a smaller bed, a desk, a lamp, and a wall with vertical wooden slats.

A lodge with a reception area, a sign indicating reception and check-in, and a mailbox.

5. The Crossing Lodge

13.6 km from Whakapapa Ski Area

Sahil

￥3,758

￥4,421 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 22 - Sep 23

A modern wooden building with large sliding glass doors, a covered patio area, and a wooden deck.

A modern kitchen with a built-in oven, microwave, and gas stove.

A door with a view of a backyard garden through a window.

A two-story house with a porch, surrounded by lush greenery and flowering plants.

6. Tongariro Crossing Lodge

15.3 km from Whakapapa Ski Area

John

￥16,552

￥19,193 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 21 - Sep 22

A covered outdoor seating area with a table and chairs, a sofa with cushions, and a view of buildings in the background.

A cafe with a chalkboard menu listing hot drinks and smoothies, a counter with a variety of beverages, and a seating area with tables and chairs.

A room with two beds, a bench, a desk, and a flower arrangement.

A hallway with a wooden floor, a white wardrobe, a white shelf unit, and a potted plant.

7. LKNZ Lodge & Cafe

24.3 km from Whakapapa Ski Area

Peter

￥9,051

￥10,440 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 18 - Oct 19

A swimming pool with lounge chairs and a fenced deck area, surrounded by buildings with a simple architectural style.

A dining table set with wine glasses, a bottle of wine, and a vase with flowers.

A compact kitchen with a sink, stove, and refrigerator, featuring a fire action notice on the wall.

A compact kitchen with modern appliances, a dining area with wooden chairs, and a television in the living space.

8. Turangi Leisure Lodge

35.1 km from Whakapapa Ski Area

Libby

￥10,077

￥11,651 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 21 - Sep 22

A bar setting with a glass of iced drink garnished with a lime slice, a bottle pouring into the glass, and a tray with multiple glasses.

A lodge with a staircase leading to a balcony, surrounded by snow-covered trees and parked cars.

A dining area with tables and chairs, a staircase, and a kitchen in the background.

9. Pipers Lodge

15.2 km from Whakapapa Ski Area

Jennifer

￥9,320

￥10,718 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 18 - Sep 19

A snow-covered residential street with houses, a car, and a driveway.

A circular hot tub surrounded by a brick patio, with wooden benches and a wooden fence in the background.

A room with two beds, a small kitchenette, and a dining area.

A wooden sign with multiple text elements advertising a motor lodge, luxury, and wireless internet availability.

10. The Hobbit Motorlodge

23.6 km from Whakapapa Ski Area

Abinesh

￥6,946

￥10,578 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 21 - Sep 22

An outdoor dining area with tables and chairs, umbrellas, and a view of parked cars and greenery.

A wooden cabin-style room with a bed, two bedside tables, a desk, and a chair.

A resort with a swimming pool, red buildings, and surrounding greenery.

A hotel room with a bed, a dining table, and a kitchenette.

11. Parklands Motorlodge

35 km from Whakapapa Ski Area

Rod

￥9,087

￥10,450 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 1 - Oct 2

A cozy lounge area with a stone fireplace, leather seating, and a mounted deer head above the mantel.

An outdoor patio with wooden tables and benches, a wooden fence, and a building with windows and a green roof.

A house with a covered porch and a well-maintained lawn.

A row of white cabins with balconies, surrounded by well-maintained gardens and a clear blue sky.

12. Turangi Bridge Motel

35.8 km from Whakapapa Ski Area

Montana

￥11,414

￥13,165 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 22 - Sep 23

A well-maintained lawn with a patio area and a building with a dark roof.

A rural landscape with a river, houses, and autumn foliage.

A hotel room with a large bed, a desk, and a view of the outdoors through a sliding door.

A modern living room with a sofa set, coffee table, and a bookshelf filled with books.

13. Tongariro Lodge

36.5 km from Whakapapa Ski Area

Robert

￥23,222

￥26,705 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 18 - Sep 19

A wooden staircase leading to a door with "Powderhorn Chateau" carved above it.

A dining table set with various dishes, a candle, and a glass of red wine.

A wooden cabin room with a bed, a desk, and a chair.

A cozy interior with a bar area, leather seating, and a fireplace.

14. Powderhorn Chateau

22.2 km from Whakapapa Ski Area

natasha

￥26,404

￥30,487 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 18 - Oct 19

A modern kitchen with a central island, two wooden stools, a refrigerator, a stove, and a window with a view of trees.

A spacious living room with a large fireplace, a sofa, a coffee table, and a view of the outdoors through large windows.

A single-story house with a white exterior, a red roof, and a chimney. It has large windows and a visible satellite dish.

A cozy living room with a sofa, patterned cushions, a large window with curtains, a fireplace, and a wood box for refills.

15. Turquoise Lodge, National Park 36 Carroll Street National Park

15.4 km from Whakapapa Ski Area

John F.

￥16,077

￥36,977 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 18 - Sep 19

A dining area with a wooden table and wicker chairs, a balcony with a view of the sea, and a leather sofa.

A room with two beds, a window, a lamp, and a wall art piece.

A modern living room with a black leather sofa, wooden coffee table, and a large sliding glass door leading to a balcony.

A spacious living area with a wooden dining table and chairs, a sofa, and a coffee table with a vase. There are large windows providing natural light and views of the outdoors.

16. Pukawa Villas (Formerly Oreti Village Resort)

38.7 km from Whakapapa Ski Area

Chloe

￥18,822

￥21,763 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 20 - Sep 21

A hotel named "The Peaks Motor Inn" with a sign listing amenities like studio and family units, spa pools, sauna & gym, wireless internet, and a conference room.

A compact kitchen with a stove and sink, a dining area with four chairs, and a door leading to another room.

A wooden deck with two hot tubs and a house in the background.

A bedroom with a large bed, a bedside table, and a window with a view of greenery.

17. The Peaks Motor Inn

23.2 km from Whakapapa Ski Area

James

￥14,622

￥16,955 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 2 - Oct 3

A black sports car parked in front of a building with large windows and a garage door.

A family in a small, round, blue pool with wooden walls.

A compact kitchen with a stove, oven, sink, and a microwave.

A building labeled "Ruapehu Mountain Motel & Lodge" with a covered entrance, a staircase, and a snow-covered ground.

18. Ruapehu Mountain Motel & Lodge

22.4 km from Whakapapa Ski Area

Jessica

￥11,906

￥13,826 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 18 - Oct 19

A row of wooden decked cabins with outdoor seating, large windows, and a view of the surrounding greenery.

A hotel room with a red bed, a black leather sofa, a small round table, a TV mounted on the wall, and a kitchenette area.

A sign for Judges Pool Motel with a mailbox and a landscaped area with trees and grass.

A building labeled "OFFICE" with a paved entrance, potted plants, and a bench.

19. Judges Pool Motel

35.3 km from Whakapapa Ski Area

Shirley

￥15,168

￥17,614 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 21 - Sep 22

A Snowhaven serviced apartment building at night with illuminated windows and a signboard.

A living room with a sofa, a dining table, chairs, a TV, and artwork on the wall.

A snow-covered building with a sign advertising studio apartments, townhouses, and lodges.

A hallway with a wooden floor, a rug, and a staircase leading to a room with a red curtain.

20. Snowhaven

24.4 km from Whakapapa Ski Area

Amit

￥11,831

￥13,781 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 21 - Sep 22

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Compare popular hotels close to Whakapapa Ski Area

Property	Star rating	Guest rating
Mountain Heights Lodge	9.2 Wonderful 241 reviews	View
Skotel Alpine Resort	8.4 Very good 866 reviews	View
Plateau Lodge	8.8 Excellent 363 reviews	View
Tongariro Suites at The Rocks	10.0 Exceptional 106 reviews	View
The Park Hotel Ruapehu	8.4 Very good 1,001 reviews	View

Top Whakapapa Ski Area Hotel Reviews

Powderhorn Chateau

10/10 Excellent

"Great spot love the Powderhorn. Plunger coffee in the room is 👌👌👌"

Skotel Alpine Resort

8/10 Good

"Location, staff, and amenities are great. The property is much more beat up than shown, but not dirty. Would recommend"

Mountain Heights Lodge

10/10 Excellent

"Was an excellent place to stay to stopover before we headed up the mountain."

The Park Hotel Ruapehu

8/10 Good

"The location of this hotel was perfect, offering amazing views of Mt Ngauruhoe and Mt Ruapehu. It was close to the 4 square store and petrol station and a couple of lovely eateries."

Plateau Lodge

10/10 Excellent

"The room had everything I needed."

Alpine Chalets

10/10 Excellent

"Stayed for two nights while hiking in the national park. Great location with mountain views, stayed in a newly renovated suite which was lovely. Close to the road but pretty quiet at night."

The Crossing Lodge

8/10 Good

"Was good over all but no fan heater was too hot too much silent in rooms so if some one walking laughing it really disturbed. For groups it was great ."

Traverse Cabin. Cosy three bedroom holiday home

10/10 Excellent

"Clean warm and tidy with everything you need on hand. Would highly recommend."

Cozy chalet with access to all year adventures

8/10 Good

"This is a lovely cosy cottage and we really enjoyed staying here while we took the kids for their first snow adventures. Well set up to keep warm with heaters in each room, the heat pump and the fireplace - we were super cosy! Thanks! We would li e to stay again sometime!"

Other attractions near Whakapapa Ski Area

A snow-capped mountain with a clear sky and a flat landscape in the foreground.

Tongariro National Park

9.6/10 (227 reviews)

Explore New Zealand’s phenomenal volcanic landscape and trek across one of the best known hiking trails in the country.

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A waterfall surrounded by lush greenery and rocky terrain.

Taranaki Falls

9.4/10 (97 reviews)

Explore the great outdoors at Taranaki Falls and enjoy the mountain views during your trip to Tongariro National Park. Savor the top-notch restaurants and lively bars while in town.

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Centennial Chair

10.0/10 (1 review)

You can take time to visit Centennial Chair during your travels to Iwikau. Discover the mountain views and top-notch restaurants in this relaxing area.

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Rockgarden Chair

You can take time to visit Rockgarden Chair during your travels to Iwikau. Discover the mountain views and top-notch restaurants in this relaxing area.

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Hut Flat Rope Tow

You can take time to visit Hut Flat Rope Tow during your travels to Tongariro National Park. Discover the mountain views and top-notch restaurants in this relaxing area.

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Waterfall Express Chair

8.4/10 (5 reviews)

You can take time to visit Waterfall Express Chair during your travels to Tongariro National Park. Discover the mountain views and top-notch restaurants in this relaxing area.

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West Ridge Quad

6.0/10 (1 review)

You can take time to visit West Ridge Quad during your travels to Tongariro National Park. Discover the mountain views and lively bars in this relaxing area.

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Tongariro National Park Whakapapa Visitor Centre

9.2/10 (232 reviews)

You can take time to visit Tongariro National Park Whakapapa Visitor Centre during your travels to Whakapapa. Discover the mountain views and top-notch restaurants in this relaxing area.

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Frequently asked questions

What's the area like around Whakapapa Ski Area?

Whakapapa Ski Area is located in an area that travelers like for its ski areas. When you want to settle in and find a place to stay, check out some of the hotels and other accommodations that Expedia offers in the area.

Where is the best place to stay close to Whakapapa Ski Area?

Skotel Alpine Resort is one of the top choices for your stay based on our traveler 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 hotel room reservations are fully refundable if cancelled before the hotel's cancellation deadline, which in most cases is within 24 or 48 hours of your check-in date. If you booked a non-refundable reservation, you might be able to still cancel and get a refund within 24 hours of your booking. Add dates, click "Search", then use the "fully refundable" filter to get the top deals on offer near Whakapapa Ski Area.

Where can I learn more about changing or cancelling my trip in the area near Whakapapa Ski Area?

For additional details about changing or cancelling your stay near Whakapapa Ski Area, click here.

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.

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Our top choices for Whakapapa Ski Area hotels

1. Skotel Alpine Resort

2. The Park Hotel Ruapehu

3. Mountain Heights Lodge

4. Plateau Lodge

5. The Crossing Lodge

6. Tongariro Crossing Lodge

7. LKNZ Lodge & Cafe

8. Turangi Leisure Lodge

9. Pipers Lodge

10. The Hobbit Motorlodge

11. Parklands Motorlodge

12. Turangi Bridge Motel

13. Tongariro Lodge

14. Powderhorn Chateau

15. Turquoise Lodge, National Park 36 Carroll Street National Park

16. Pukawa Villas (Formerly Oreti Village Resort)

17. The Peaks Motor Inn

18. Ruapehu Mountain Motel & Lodge

19. Judges Pool Motel

20. Snowhaven

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Top Whakapapa Ski Area Hotel Reviews

Powderhorn Chateau

Skotel Alpine Resort

Mountain Heights Lodge

The Park Hotel Ruapehu

Plateau Lodge

Alpine Chalets

The Crossing Lodge

Traverse Cabin. Cosy three bedroom holiday home

Cozy chalet with access to all year adventures

Other attractions near Whakapapa Ski Area

Tongariro National Park

Taranaki Falls

Centennial Chair

Rockgarden Chair

Hut Flat Rope Tow

Waterfall Express Chair

West Ridge Quad

Tongariro National Park Whakapapa Visitor Centre

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