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Our top choices for Whakapapa Ski Area hotels

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

1. Skotel Alpine Resort

Skotel Alpine Resort
3.5 star property
4.1 km from Whakapapa Ski Area
8.4 out of 10, Very good, (875 reviews)
"Great staff and stay."
Australia
Elizabeth
The price is ￥7,865
￥9,134 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 1 - Nov 2
Skotel Alpine Resort
A covered pavilion with a stone base, surrounded by a snow-covered garden with rocks and various plants.

2. The Park Hotel Ruapehu

The Park Hotel Ruapehu
3.0 star property
15 km from Whakapapa Ski Area
8.4 out of 10, Very good, (1,000 reviews)
"Great place to.stay"
Australia
Max
The price is ￥13,167
￥15,268 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 28 - Oct 29
The Park Hotel Ruapehu
A wooden lodge with a balcony, a covered patio, and a sign reading "Mountain Heights Lodge".

3. Mountain Heights Lodge

Mountain Heights Lodge
3.0 star property
14 km from Whakapapa Ski Area
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (250 reviews)
"Felt like a home away from home + was very close to the national park where we wanted to hike."
Canada
JEAN RAYMOND
The price is ￥14,085
￥16,198 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 28 - Oct 29
Mountain Heights Lodge
A modern outdoor seating area with a wooden deck, a white planter with a fern, and a glass door leading to a room.

4. Plateau Lodge

Plateau Lodge
3.0 star property
15.2 km from Whakapapa Ski Area
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (366 reviews)
"Clean, spacious and family friendly"
Australia
David
The price is ￥13,924
￥16,013 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 29 - Oct 30
Plateau Lodge
A modern wooden building with large sliding glass doors, a covered patio area, and a wooden deck.

5. Tongariro Crossing Lodge

Tongariro Crossing Lodge
4.5 star property
15.3 km from Whakapapa Ski Area
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (212 reviews)
"Our hosts were very kind and helpful. Also, the place was very clean and tidy. Overall great stay!"
United States
Cole
The price is ￥20,757
￥23,967 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 29 - Oct 30
Tongariro Crossing Lodge
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.

6. Pipers Lodge

Pipers Lodge
3.0 star property
15.2 km from Whakapapa Ski Area
8.4 out of 10, Very good, (145 reviews)
"We ate in thier restaurant for dinner, nothing special. The rice is so hard to eat. The room is not that clean..and even the bathroom. 2 nights for $700+ is not worth it sorry. 👎"
Australia
Jennifer
The price is ￥10,495
￥12,069 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 29 - Oct 30
Pipers Lodge
A building with a wooden exterior, a covered entrance with a door, two chairs, a table, and a small potted plant.

7. The Crossing Lodge

The Crossing Lodge
2.0 star property
13.6 km from Whakapapa Ski Area
8.0 out of 10, Very good, (60 reviews)
"Good service Good place"
Australia
Sahil
The price is ￥3,761
￥4,425 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 3 - Nov 4
The Crossing Lodge
An outdoor seating area with a table and chairs, a sofa with cushions, and a view of the street.

8. LKNZ Lodge & Cafe

LKNZ Lodge & Cafe
3.5 star property
24.3 km from Whakapapa Ski Area
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (104 reviews)
"Nice place to stay."
Australia
Peter
The price is ￥7,219
￥8,366 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 4 - Nov 5
LKNZ Lodge & Cafe
A snow-covered residential street with houses, a car, and a driveway.

9. The Hobbit Motorlodge

The Hobbit Motorlodge
3.5 star property
23.6 km from Whakapapa Ski Area
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (214 reviews)
"Quick service and very peaceful"
Australia
Abinesh
The price is ￥5,880
￥9,355 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 4 - Nov 5
The Hobbit Motorlodge
A swimming pool with lounge chairs and a fenced deck area, surrounded by buildings with a simple architectural style.

10. Turangi Leisure Lodge

Turangi Leisure Lodge
2.5 star property
35.1 km from Whakapapa Ski Area
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (614 reviews)
"The staff was so welcoming and very supportive..Great Human…Vil visit again"
Australia
Arun
The price is ￥11,178
￥12,855 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 8 - Nov 9
Turangi Leisure Lodge
A wooden staircase leading to a door with "Powderhorn Chateau" carved above it.

11. Powderhorn Chateau

Powderhorn Chateau
4.5 star property
22.2 km from Whakapapa Ski Area
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (354 reviews)
"We enjoyed our stay and the staff were really lovely"
Australia
Hayley
The price is ￥26,418
￥30,503 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 28 - Oct 29
Powderhorn Chateau
An outdoor dining area with tables and chairs, umbrellas, and a view of parked cars and greenery.

12. Parklands Motorlodge

Parklands Motorlodge
3.5 star property
35 km from Whakapapa Ski Area
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (423 reviews)
"Lovely location to stay, helpful and friendly staff, and an excellent restaurant."
Australia
Rod
The price is ￥11,093
￥12,814 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 1 - Nov 2
Parklands Motorlodge
A room with a fireplace, leather chairs, wooden flooring, and large windows with blinds.

13. Tongariro Lodge

Tongariro Lodge
4.0 star property
36.5 km from Whakapapa Ski Area
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (373 reviews)
"The lodge was nice and quiet. friendly staff and the manager was very helpful."
Australia
ian
The price is ￥20,920
￥24,058 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 30 - Oct 31
Tongariro Lodge
A dining area with a wooden table and wicker chairs, a balcony with a view of the sea, and a leather sofa.

14. Pukawa Villas (Formerly Oreti Village Resort)

Pukawa Villas (Formerly Oreti Village Resort)
4.0 star property
38.7 km from Whakapapa Ski Area
10.0 out of 10, Exceptional, (30 reviews)
"Charming location, serene lakeside view, spacious accommodation."
United States
Pedro
The price is ￥20,800
￥23,920 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 7 - Nov 8
Pukawa Villas (Formerly Oreti Village Resort)
An aerial view of a residential area with multiple houses, a large building with a flat roof, and a parking lot.

15. The Oreti Collection- By Vacations in Paradise

The Oreti Collection- By Vacations in Paradise
4.0 star property
38.7 km from Whakapapa Ski Area
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (286 reviews)
"Amazing view, very comfortable stay."
Canada
Derek
The Oreti Collection- By Vacations in Paradise
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.

16. The Peaks Motor Inn

The Peaks Motor Inn
4.0 star property
23.2 km from Whakapapa Ski Area
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (283 reviews)
"Great location to walk to town or to Chateau end, secure, motel large and well equipped. A little dated furniture but overall functional and clean."
Australia
Hayley
The price is ￥14,253
￥16,457 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 29 - Oct 30
The Peaks Motor Inn
A Snowhaven serviced apartment building at night with illuminated windows and a signboard.

17. Snowhaven

Snowhaven
3.0 star property
24.4 km from Whakapapa Ski Area
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (326 reviews)
"Very things was perfect. perfect mountain view location."
Australia
Weiling
The price is ￥11,723
￥13,677 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 17 - Nov 18
Snowhaven
A row of wooden decked cabins with outdoor seating, large windows, and a view of the surrounding greenery.

18. Judges Pool Motel

Judges Pool Motel
3.5 star property
35.3 km from Whakapapa Ski Area
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (558 reviews)
"A beautiful location close to the Turangi river. I will definitely be back! Fantastic communal BBQ facilities and lovely host."
Australia
Nicola
The price is ￥13,154
￥15,253 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 16 - Nov 17
Judges Pool Motel
A compact hotel room with a kitchenette, a TV mounted on the wall, and two beds with pillows.

19. Ohakune Court Motel

Ohakune Court Motel
3.0 star property
23.3 km from Whakapapa Ski Area
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (238 reviews)
"Was great"
Australia
Sarah
The price is ￥11,171
￥12,904 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 1 - Nov 2
Ohakune Court Motel
A black sports car parked in front of a building with large windows and a garage door.

20. Ruapehu Mountain Motel & Lodge

Ruapehu Mountain Motel & Lodge
3.0 star property
22.4 km from Whakapapa Ski Area
8.2 out of 10, Very good, (325 reviews)
"Great location for those who are visiting the mountain."
Australia
Jessica
The price is ￥11,993
￥13,792 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 8 - Nov 9
Ruapehu Mountain Motel & Lodge
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Compare popular hotels close to Whakapapa Ski Area

Property
Star rating
Guest rating
Breakfast included
Pool
Spa
Pet friendly
WiFi included
A covered pavilion with a stone base, surrounded by a snow-covered garden with rocks and various plants.
The Park Hotel Ruapehu
3.0 star property
8.4
Very good
1,000 reviews
View
A spacious living area with a high ceiling, exposed wooden beams, a sofa set, armchairs, a coffee table, and a view of the outdoors.
Manowhenua Lodge - Hostel
2.0 star property
9.4
Exceptional
92 reviews
View
A cozy room with a leather sofa, patterned armchairs, and a glass coffee table. A large window offers a view of a mountain.
Skotel Alpine Resort
3.5 star property
8.4
Very good
875 reviews
View
A wooden lodge with a balcony, a covered patio, and a sign reading "Mountain Heights Lodge".
Mountain Heights Lodge
3.0 star property
9.2
Wonderful
250 reviews
View
A modern wooden building with large sliding glass doors, a covered patio area, and a wooden deck.
Tongariro Crossing Lodge
4.5 star property
9.6
Exceptional
212 reviews
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Top Whakapapa Ski Area Hotel Reviews

Mountain Heights Lodge

Mountain Heights Lodge

10/10 Excellent
"Excellent family run business. Nice and helpful folks."
Srikant 1-night trip
Posted 2 days ago
Mountain Heights Lodge

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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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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