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A room with a view of a calm lake and mountains, featuring two wicker chairs with red cushions, a small table with a remote control, and a window with curtains.
A grassy area with a single tree in the foreground, a clear blue sky, and a calm sea with distant mountains.
A modern hotel room with a sofa, a dining table, a TV, and a view of the sea.
A hotel room with a bed, a bedside lamp, a TV, a window with a view of the sea, and a small table with a chair.

1. Tui Oaks Motel

Tui Oaks Motel
Taupō Central
Australia
Helasika Kumuduni Perera
€69
includes taxes & fees
18 Oct - 19 Oct
Tui Oaks Motel
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 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
Dylan
€78
includes taxes & fees
21 Oct - 22 Oct
The Park Hotel Ruapehu
A wooden building with a sign reading "WELLER'S HOTEL" on the side.
A spacious lobby with a wooden staircase, comfortable seating areas, and a stone-tiled floor.
A cozy lodge interior with a stone fireplace, leather armchairs, and a dining area.
A wooden interior with a large table and chairs, large windows with a view of the sea, and a stained glass window above.

3. Lakefront Lodge Taupo

Lakefront Lodge Taupo
Taupō Central
Australia
Tej Bahadur
€55
includes taxes & fees
18 Oct - 19 Oct
Lakefront Lodge Taupo
A deck with wicker furniture and a view of the sea.
A hot tub area with a pool, lounge chairs, and a shaded umbrella.
A hotel room with a bed, a desk, and a view of the outdoors.
A kitchen with a large window, a sink, and a stove.

4. Taupo Thermal Motel & Spa - Adults Only

Taupo Thermal Motel & Spa - Adults Only
Taupō Central
United States
Stacy
€110
includes taxes & fees
1 Nov - 2 Nov
Taupo Thermal Motel & Spa - Adults Only
A traditional house with a covered porch, surrounded by lush greenery and a stone wall.
A two-story house with a fenced backyard, a wooden picnic table, and a barbecue grill.
A stone sculpture of a seated figure in a park setting.
A modern kitchen with a stainless steel sink, a refrigerator, and a backsplash with a mosaic tile design.

5. Grandeur Thermal Spa Resort

Grandeur Thermal Spa Resort
Tauhara
Australia
Aaron
€43
includes taxes & fees
18 Oct - 19 Oct
Grandeur Thermal Spa Resort
A modern conference room with multiple tables and chairs, large windows offering views of the outdoors, and an exit sign on the wall.
An outdoor patio with tables and chairs, a grill, and a building with large windows and a sign.
An aerial view of a residential area with houses, a large building with a flat roof, and a parking lot.
A modern hotel room with a bed, sofa, dining table, chairs, and a balcony with a view.

6. Quality Inn Acapulco Taupo

Quality Inn Acapulco Taupo
Taupō Central
Australia
Bradley
€68
includes taxes & fees
16 Nov - 17 Nov
Quality Inn Acapulco Taupo
A cozy room with a leather sofa, patterned armchairs, and a glass coffee table. A large window offers a view of a mountain.
A hot tub in a wooden cabin with large windows offering a view of the surrounding landscape.
A terrace with wooden furniture and a view of a mountain at sunset.
A bedroom with a large bed, a TV, and a view of the landscape.

7. Skotel Alpine Resort

Skotel Alpine Resort
Tongariro National Park
Australia
Elizabeth
€48
includes taxes & fees
18 Oct - 19 Oct
Skotel Alpine Resort
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 sculpture of a tree in a landscaped area with a building in the background.
A wooden cabin with a hot tub, wooden walls, and a view of a grassy field through windows.

8. Mountain Heights Lodge

Mountain Heights Lodge
National Park Village
Australia
Handro
€87
includes taxes & fees
30 Oct - 31 Oct
Mountain Heights Lodge
A room with large windows offering a view of the sea, a parking area, and a few chairs.
A hotel room with a view of the sea, a sofa, armchairs, a small table with a lamp, and a television.
A modern living room with a grey sofa, a wooden coffee table with a flower vase, and a view of the sea through large windows.
A modern living room with two grey sofas, a wooden coffee table, and a ceiling fan. Large windows offer a view of the sea.

9. Ika Nui Taupo

Ika Nui Taupo
Taupō Central
Australia
deb
€98
includes taxes & fees
19 Oct - 20 Oct
Ika Nui Taupo
A hotel room with a bed, a sofa, a TV, and a balcony with a view.
A hotel room with a glass dining table, wooden chairs, a kitchenette, a bathroom, and a sliding door leading to a balcony.
An outdoor cafe with tables and chairs, a sign with a flag, and a view of the sea.
A room with a glass-top table surrounded by wicker chairs, a flat-screen TV mounted on the wall, and a kitchenette with a microwave and stove.

10. Twin Peaks Lakeside Inn

Twin Peaks Lakeside Inn
Taupō Central
Australia
Leena
€72
includes taxes & fees
27 Oct - 28 Oct
Twin Peaks Lakeside Inn
A room with a dining table and chairs, a sofa, a large sliding glass door leading to a view of the sea, and a ceiling light fixture.
A hotel room with a large sliding glass door to the balcony, a flat-screen TV mounted on the wall, a sofa, a dining table with chairs, and a small desk.
A modern living room with a large sliding glass door leading to a balcony with a view of the sea and a parked van.
A modern kitchen with a dishwasher, a sink, and a view of the sea through large windows.

11. Sails On The Lake

Sails On The Lake
Taupō Central
Australia
Ilana
€110
includes taxes & fees
18 Oct - 19 Oct
Sails On The Lake
A covered outdoor area with a wooden deck, seating, and umbrellas.
A balcony with a pool, outdoor seating, and a view of the water and distant hills.
A hotel room with a bed, a sofa, a TV, and a dining area.
The exterior of the Anchorage Resort Motel with a sign, outdoor seating with umbrellas, and a landscaped area with purple flowers.

12. Anchorage Resort Taupo

Anchorage Resort Taupo
Two Mile Bay
Australia
Bryce
€130
includes taxes & fees
21 Oct - 22 Oct
Anchorage Resort Taupo
A modern kitchen with a large window overlooking the sea, a fruit bowl on the counter, and a view of the ocean through the window.
A modern building with large cylindrical structures, a paved area with small plants, and a view of a body of water.
A balcony with a chair and a sofa, large windows with a view of the sea and mountains, and a potted plant.
A terrace with wicker furniture, a table with two wine glasses and a bottle, and a view of a lake with mountains in the distance.

13. The Cove Taupo

The Cove Taupo
Waipahihi
Australia
Dixie
€70
includes taxes & fees
19 Oct - 20 Oct
The Cove Taupo
A hotel room with a bed, two bedside tables, a desk, a chair, and a television on the wall.
A hotel room with a bed, bedside table, chair, desk, and a window.
A bedroom with a bed, a window, and a sliding glass door leading to an outdoor patio area with a table and chairs.
A building with a green roof, brick walls, and large windows. There is a paved driveway and a landscaped area with yellow and purple plants.

14. Aspen Court Motel Taihape

Aspen Court Motel Taihape
Taihape
Australia
Greg
€83
includes taxes & fees
24 Oct - 25 Oct
Aspen Court Motel Taihape
A modern hotel room with a large bed, a sitting area with a chair, a flat-screen TV mounted on the wall, and a large bathtub.
A backyard with a swimming pool, a hot tub, and a covered patio area with outdoor seating.
A hotel room with a large bed, a desk, two chairs, a TV on the wall, and a balcony with a view of the city.
A modern building with large glass windows and a covered outdoor area.

15. Lake Taupo Motor Inn

Lake Taupo Motor Inn
Taupō Central
Australia
Elaine
€90
includes taxes & fees
18 Oct - 19 Oct
Lake Taupo Motor Inn
An outdoor dining area with tables and chairs, a wooden bench, and a view of the street and greenery.
A swimming pool with a brick border, surrounded by lush greenery and trees.
A restaurant interior with a wooden ceiling, a chef statue, a fireplace, and leather seating.
A restaurant with a large dining area, multiple tables, and chairs.

16. Lakeland Resort Taupo

Lakeland Resort Taupo
Two Mile Bay
Australia
Jermaine
€77
includes taxes & fees
19 Oct - 20 Oct
Lakeland Resort Taupo
A modern hotel room with a balcony, a dining area, and a seating area with a sofa and a coffee table.
A view through a window of a street with parked cars, a road, and a body of water in the distance.
A modern hotel room with a bed, a desk, a chair, and a television.
A parking lot with vehicles and a view of the sea.

17. Acacia Lake View Motel

Acacia Lake View Motel
Taupō Central
Australia
Susan
€117
includes taxes & fees
18 Oct - 19 Oct
Acacia Lake View Motel
A Snowhaven serviced apartment building at night with illuminated windows and a signboard.
A hallway with a wooden floor, a rug, and a staircase leading to a room with a red curtain.
A neatly made bed with white linens, a red throw blanket, and a wooden nightstand with a lamp.
A snow-covered building with a sign advertising studio apartments, townhouses, and lodges.

18. Snowhaven

Snowhaven
Ohakune
Australia
Amit
€79
includes taxes & fees
30 Oct - 31 Oct
Snowhaven
A room with a dining table, chairs, a TV, a staircase, and a bed.
A hotel entrance with a covered patio, a sign encouraging visitors to enjoy New Zealand, and a view of the surrounding landscape.
A modern reception area with a curved counter, a seating area with a red table, and a large window providing a view.
A grassy area with picnic tables and a view of the sunset over water.

19. Chelmswood Motel Taupo

Chelmswood Motel Taupo
Two Mile Bay
Australia
Mitchell
€62
includes taxes & fees
11 Nov - 12 Nov
Chelmswood Motel Taupo
Lake view
A modern bathroom with a large freestanding bathtub, a window with a view of the outside, and neatly folded towels on the floor.
A bedroom with a large bed, a wooden ceiling, a bathtub, a vanity, and a window overlooking a garden.
A row of white buildings with hanging flower baskets.

20. Cottage Mews Motel

Cottage Mews Motel
Two Mile Bay
Australia
kate
€87
includes taxes & fees
19 Oct - 20 Oct
Cottage Mews Motel
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includes taxes & fees
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includes taxes & fees
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€128
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includes taxes & fees
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A snow-capped mountain range, a green valley, and a large tree.

Top Mount Ruapehu Ski Area Hotel Reviews

The Park Hotel Ruapehu

The Park Hotel Ruapehu

8/10 Good
"Nice to stop and relax with a onsite bar and restaurant"
Victoria 1-night trip
Posted 2 days ago
The Park Hotel Ruapehu
Plateau Lodge

Plateau Lodge

8/10 Good
"They should"
Melissa 1-night trip
Posted 12 days ago
Plateau Lodge

Frequently asked questions

What are the best 3-star hotels in Mount Ruapehu Ski Area?
You'll find a range of 3-star hotels across Mount Ruapehu Ski Area. Our guests highly recommend Quest Taupo Serviced Apartments in Taupo. It features a swimming pool and a garden, and is roughly 1.13 kilometres east of downtown. Lakefront Lodge Taupo is also popular. Around 2 kilometres southeast of central Taupo, it offers a lake view and a swimming pool.
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What is the difference between a 4-star and 3-star hotel in Mount Ruapehu Ski Area?
The biggest difference between a 3- and 4-star hotel in Mount Ruapehu Ski Area is the quality of service and availability of creature comforts. Three-star hotels are generally more affordable and provide the services and amenities required to ensure your comfort, such as WiFi, breakfast and a gym. You can count on a little more at a 4-star hotel — think upmarket interiors, deluxe bathroom products and perks like on-site spa centres.