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Our top choices for Whakapapa cheap hotels

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 modern building with a balcony overlooking a hilly landscape.
A hot tub in a wooden cabin with large windows offering a view of the surrounding landscape.

1. Skotel Alpine Resort

Skotel Alpine Resort
Tongariro National Park
Australia
Michelle
￥7,683
￥9,023 total
includes taxes & fees
Aug 25 - Aug 26
Skotel Alpine Resort
A covered pavilion with a stone base, surrounded by a snow-covered garden with rocks and various plants.
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.
A rooftop pool area with two hot tubs, surrounded by a wooden fence and various tropical plants.

2. The Park Hotel Ruapehu

The Park Hotel Ruapehu
National Park Village
Australia
Rhys
￥11,850
￥13,761 total
includes taxes & fees
Aug 23 - Aug 24
The Park Hotel Ruapehu
A wooden lodge with a balcony, a covered patio, and a sign reading "Mountain Heights Lodge".
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.
A wooden deck with a table and two chairs, overlooking a natural landscape with hills and trees.

3. Mountain Heights Lodge

Mountain Heights Lodge
National Park Village
Australia
Lachlan
￥12,851
￥14,779 total
includes taxes & fees
Sep 1 - Sep 2
Mountain Heights Lodge
A dining room with a wooden deck and picnic tables, a chimney, and a mountain backdrop.
A cozy living room with a wooden ceiling, a sofa, a TV, a fireplace, and a dining area with a table and chairs.
A hotel room with a large bed, a smaller bed, a desk, a lamp, and a wall with vertical wooden slats.
A two-story building with a gravel driveway, a parked car, and a mountain backdrop.

4. The Crossing Lodge

The Crossing Lodge
Erua
Australia
Sahil
￥5,020
￥5,773 total
includes taxes & fees
Aug 24 - Aug 25
The Crossing Lodge
A modern outdoor seating area with a wooden deck, a white planter with a fern, and a glass door leading to a room.
A sign for Plateau Lodge with a stone border and a wooden signboard.
A sunlit patio with a seating area, a large window, and indoor plants.
A restaurant with large windows overlooking a snowy mountain landscape.

5. Plateau Lodge

Plateau Lodge
National Park Village
Australia
David
￥12,503
￥14,378 total
includes taxes & fees
Aug 23 - Aug 24
Plateau Lodge
A wooden deck with a small table and chairs, a bed in the background, and a set of wooden steps leading to a door.
A reception desk with a sign labeled "Office" and a flower arrangement.
A bar area with a glass jar filled with sliced fruits, a stainless steel appliance, and various bottles and glasses.
A modern hotel room with a sofa, a small table, a bed, a kitchenette, and a bathroom.

6. Snowman Lodge

Snowman Lodge
Ohakune
Australia
Nicole
￥7,588
￥8,739 total
includes taxes & fees
Aug 23 - Aug 24
Snowman Lodge
A covered outdoor seating area with a table and chairs, a sofa with cushions, and a view of buildings in the background.
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.
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.

7. LKNZ Lodge & Cafe

LKNZ Lodge & Cafe
Ohakune
Australia
Peter
￥10,102
￥11,670 total
includes taxes & fees
Aug 26 - Aug 27
LKNZ Lodge & Cafe
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 dining area with tables and chairs, a staircase, and a kitchen in the background.
A lodge with a staircase leading to a balcony, surrounded by snow-covered trees and parked cars.
A hot tub with a blue light.

8. Pipers Lodge

Pipers Lodge
National Park Village
Australia
Jennifer
￥10,686
￥12,289 total
includes taxes & fees
Aug 23 - Aug 24
Pipers Lodge
A modern wooden building with large sliding glass doors, a covered patio area, and a wooden deck.
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.
A modern kitchen with a built-in oven, microwave, and gas stove.

9. Tongariro Crossing Lodge

Tongariro Crossing Lodge
National Park Village
Australia
John
￥17,518
￥20,313 total
includes taxes & fees
Aug 24 - Aug 25
Tongariro Crossing Lodge
A snow-covered residential street with houses, a car, and a driveway.
A wooden sign with multiple text elements advertising a motor lodge, luxury, and wireless internet availability.
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.

10. The Hobbit Motorlodge

The Hobbit Motorlodge
Ohakune
Australia
Abinesh
￥8,427
￥9,689 total
includes taxes & fees
Sep 20 - Sep 21
The Hobbit Motorlodge
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Top Whakapapa Hotel Reviews

The Park Hotel Ruapehu

The Park Hotel Ruapehu

10/10 Excellent
"Reasonable price."
Danny 4-night trip
Posted 4 hours ago
The Park Hotel Ruapehu
Skotel Alpine Resort

Skotel Alpine Resort

8/10 Good
"Friendly staff"
Yamila 2-night trip
Posted 4 days ago
Skotel Alpine Resort

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When is the best time for a budget trip to Whakapapa?
Weather is probably a major factor when you plan your trip to Whakapapa, and keep in mind that cheaper options are usually available when the weather isn't as good. The hottest months are usually January and February with an average temp of 45°F, while the coldest months are July and August with an average of 31°F. The rainiest months in Whakapapa are September, October, July, and May, with each month seeing an average of 8 inches of rainfall.
What is there to see and do in Whakapapa?
Whakapapa attracts visitors with its fantastic dining options and bar scene, and offers plenty to see and do without spending a fortune. You can budget for the local attractions that interest you most, and then fill your itinerary with sights that are easy on the wallet. If you're eager to get outdoors, you can enjoy the natural setting at Tongariro National Park, Mount Ruapehu, or Mount Tongariro.
How can I get to Whakapapa and get around on a budget?
Scoping out the transportation options in Whakapapa is a smart way to keep your trip affordable. The most convenient airport is 42.7 mi (68.7 km) away from the center in Taupō Airport (TUO). Whakapapa may not have many public transit options so a rental car could be an economical alternative to explore the area.

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