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Whakapapa
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Photo by Natalie Robinson
Skotel Alpine Resort

Skotel Alpine Resort

3.5 out of 5
Whakapapa Village, SH 48, Nagauruhoe Place Mt Ruapehu, Tongariro National Park
Stay at this 3.5-star family-friendly hotel in Tongariro National Park. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful ...
8.2/10 Very Good! (778 reviews)
"Loved the shower heat and pressure !!!"

Reviewed on 13 Aug 2025

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Skotel Alpine Resort
The Park Hotel Ruapehu

The Park Hotel Ruapehu

3 out of 5
6 Millar Street, Tongariro National Park, National Park Village
The price is €76 per night from 19 Aug to 20 Aug
€76
19 Aug - 20 Aug
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 3-star hotel in National Park Village. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and 2 hot tubs. Our guests praise the restaurant and the helpful staff in ...
8/10 Very Good! (997 reviews)
"Great location and great value accommodation"

Reviewed on 13 Aug 2025

The Park Hotel Ruapehu
Rocky Mountain Chalets

Rocky Mountain Chalets

3.5 out of 5
20 Rangataua Road (State Highway 49), Ohakune, NZ3
The price is €161 per night from 19 Aug to 20 Aug
€161
19 Aug - 20 Aug
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 3.5-star golf chalet in Ohakune. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and 3 hot tubs. Popular attractions Big Carrot and Ohakune Disc Golf are located ...
9.8/10 Exceptional! (74 reviews)
"Lovely little chalet with a full kitchen, had everything we needed for our weekend away. Spa was so nice after a big day up the Mountain. Shops and restaurants nearby as well. Highly recommend for a family getaway."

Reviewed on 17 Aug 2025

Rocky Mountain Chalets
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Rocky Mountain Chalets

Rocky Mountain Chalets

3.5 out of 5
20 Rangataua Road (State Highway 49), Ohakune, NZ3
Stay at this 3.5-star golf chalet in Ohakune. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and 3 hot tubs. Popular attractions Big Carrot and Ohakune Disc Golf are located ...
9.8/10 Exceptional! (74 reviews)
"Lovely little chalet with a full kitchen, had everything we needed for our weekend away. Spa was so nice after a big day up the Mountain. Shops and restaurants nearby as well. Highly recommend for a family getaway."

Reviewed on 17 Aug 2025

Rocky Mountain Chalets
Cosy 4 Bunk Cabin, Mountain Views, Pet Friendly.

Cosy 4 Bunk Cabin, Mountain Views, Pet Friendly.

Ohakune
Stay at this cabin in Ohakune. Popular attractions Big Carrot and Ohakune Disc Golf are located nearby.
8.8/10 Excellent! (17 reviews)
Ohakune
"The man that ran the place was very kind and straight to the point heaps of utilities in the kitchen so you wouldn’t have to bring a whole pan or potato masher, the kitchen and toilet are shared but it was still great. The heater was warm and me and my friends had a great time"

Reviewed on 8 Jul 2025

Cosy 4 Bunk Cabin, Mountain Views, Pet Friendly.
Mountain House located in central Ohakune

Mountain House located in central Ohakune

Ohakune
Book a stay at this ski vacation home in Ohakune. Enjoy free WiFi, a garden, and laundry facilities. Popular attractions Ohakune Disc Golf and Big Carrot are ...
9.6/10 Exceptional! (47 reviews)
"Great!"

Reviewed on 8 Aug 2025

Mountain House located in central Ohakune
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Popular places to visit

Tongariro National Park which includes landscape views, a sunset and mountains

Tongariro National Park

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

Tongariro National Park
Tongariro Alpine Crossing

Tongariro Alpine Crossing

Explore the great outdoors at Tongariro Alpine Crossing, a lovely green space in Tongariro National Park. Visit the lively bars or top-notch restaurants in this relaxing area.

Tongariro Alpine Crossing
Mount Tongariro

Mount Tongariro

Commune with nature and explore the great outdoors at Mount Tongariro during your travels in Tongariro National Park. Visit the top-notch restaurants or lively bars in this relaxing area.

Mount Tongariro
Turangi which includes a river or creek

Taranaki Falls

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.

Taranaki Falls
Mount Ngauruhoe

Mount Ngauruhoe

Commune with nature and explore the great outdoors at Mount Ngauruhoe during your travels in Tongariro National Park. Visit the top-notch restaurants or lively bars in this relaxing area.

Mount Ngauruhoe

Mount Ruapehu

Explore the great outdoors at Mount Ruapehu and enjoy the mountain views during your trip to Tongariro National Park. Visit the top-notch restaurants or lively bars in this relaxing area.

Mount Ruapehu

Things to do

Mt Tongariro and Mt Ngauruhoe

Premium Tongariro Crossing Guided Group Walk

€223
per adult
80% of travellers recommend
Premium Tongariro Crossing Guided Group Walk
Tongariro Crossing: Ketetahi Park & Ride Trailhead Shuttle

Tongariro Crossing: Ketetahi Park & Ride Trailhead Shuttle

€36
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
Tongariro Crossing: Ketetahi Park & Ride Trailhead Shuttle
Private Mt Ruapehu Crater Lake Guided Walk

Private Mt Ruapehu Summit Plateau Guided HIke

€668
per adult
Private Mt Ruapehu Summit Plateau Guided HIke
Private Tongariro Crossing Guided Walk

Private Tongariro Crossing Guided Walk

€668
per adult
Private Tongariro Crossing Guided Walk
14kms of river, over 60 rapids to navigate

Tongariro Thrills: Grade 3 Whitewater Rafting Adventure

€96
per adult
Tongariro Thrills: Grade 3 Whitewater Rafting Adventure
Half Day Tongariro Alpine Guided Group Walk

Half Day Tongariro Alpine Guided Group Walk

€183
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
Half Day Tongariro Alpine Guided Group Walk
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