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Top 10 Whakapapa hotels and places to stay

The Park Hotel Ruapehu
3.0 star property
8.0 out of 10, Very good, (1001)
"Great one night stay. Room small but clean and quiet and nice and warm with lovely bedding"
The price is £75
per night
9 May - 10 May
The Park Hotel Ruapehu
Skotel Alpine Resort
3.5 star property
8.4 out of 10, Very good, (637)
"Night stay after walking the Northern circuit. Able to wait in lounge before check in as we finished quite early - comfortable beds and warm rooms. "
Skotel Alpine Resort
Mountain Heights Lodge
3.0 star property
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (99)
"Clean and comfortable "
The price is £91
per night
13 May - 14 May
Mountain Heights Lodge
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Pipers Lodge
3.0 star property
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (117)
"Great stay. Spacious Lounge area and quiet."
The price is £72
per night
16 May - 17 May
Pipers Lodge
Plateau Lodge
3.0 star property
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (293)
"We enjoyed our one night in National Park."
The price is £61
per night
15 May - 16 May
Plateau Lodge
Adventure Lodge & Motel
3.5 star property
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (220)
"Owner Gillian was an excellent host. Did our transfers from/to NP Station. Took us up to Whakapapa to Gondola on our day of arrival. Room was lovely. We had a spacious 2 bed apartment and kitchen. Common kitchen and lounge facilities (while we waited for the train) were excellent."
The price is £57
per night
2 Jun - 3 Jun
Adventure Lodge & Motel
LKNZ Lodge & Cafe
3.5 star property
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (32)
"Nice staff. Thank you"
The price is £42
per night
5 May - 6 May
LKNZ Lodge & Cafe
Powderhorn Chateau
4.5 star property
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (277)
"Nice enough for an overnight. Very rustic, updating needed. Lighting very poor. Balcony was nice but lots of bugs and no screens"
The price is £144
per night
6 May - 7 May
Powderhorn Chateau
Snowman Lodge
2.0 star property
8.0 out of 10, Very good, (50)
"Loved our night in a cabin. So snug and well appointed. A very unique and comfortable stay - we will be back. "
The price is £43
per night
14 May - 15 May
Snowman Lodge
The Hobbit Motorlodge
3.5 star property
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (176)
"Very nice little motor lodge. Very welcoming staff and very clean. Linen and furniture is a little tired, but aside from that it's a very good spot to spend the night between Wellington and Auckland "
The price is £55
per night
2 Jun - 3 Jun
The Hobbit Motorlodge
Snowhaven
3.0 star property
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (247)
"Great room"
The price is £69
per night
14 May - 15 May
Snowhaven
Ruapehu Mountain Motel & Lodge
3.0 star property
8.2 out of 10, Very good, (287)
"Lovely"
The price is £74
per night
30 May - 31 May
Ruapehu Mountain Motel & Lodge
The Peaks Motor Inn
4.0 star property
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (199)
"Great location with everything you need. Loved relaxing in the spa under the stars "
The price is £81
per night
4 May - 5 May
The Peaks Motor Inn
Manowhenua Lodge - Hostel
2.0 star property
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (74)
"Great place"
Manowhenua Lodge - Hostel
Ohakune Court Motel
3.0 star property
8.4 out of 10, Very good, (194)
"Owner was very helpful. Was able to use their secure garage to lock away our e-bikes. Had a dry room to dry our wet gear. "
The price is £64
per night
13 May - 14 May
Ohakune Court Motel
Kings Ohakune
3.5 star property
7.4 out of 10, Good, (59)
"Great location. Good food and bar. Enjoyed the stay."
The price is £70
per night
3 May - 4 May
Kings Ohakune
Howard's Lodge - Hostel
2.0 star property
7.2 out of 10, Good, (117)
"Tidy and comfortable accommodation. Well equiped communal kitchen. Good value for money"
The price is £47
per night
21 May - 22 May
Howard's Lodge - Hostel
Tongariro Crossing Lodge
4.5 star property
9.8 out of 10, Exceptional, (138)
"Property was good for its location. Understandably there are limited dining options in such a sparsely populated area. Gas station was under renovations so we were unable to refill gas in town which was slightly inconvenient."
The price is £95
per night
12 May - 13 May
Tongariro Crossing Lodge
Ossies Motels and Chalets
3.0 star property
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (137)
"Nice, cosy place. Great location just a couple of mins from carrot playground and shops. Kids really like it, and it works well for us too. Will definitely be back again in the future. "
The price is £66
per night
7 May - 8 May
Ossies Motels and Chalets
Waiouru Welcome Inn
3.0 star property
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (78)
"I really love the stay at Waiouru Welcome Inn. The room was clean and tidy. "
The price is £59
per night
13 May - 14 May
Waiouru Welcome Inn
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Whakapapa Travel Info

Number of hotels
300
Highest price
£144
Lowest price
£42
Known attractions
Tongariro National Park, Mount Tongariro and Whakapapa Ski Area
Hotels with skiing
27

Frequently asked questions

Where is the best place to stay in Whakapapa?

Based on our traveller data, Skotel Alpine Resort is one of the top choices for your stay. This hotel offers a restaurant and free parking. Other good choices for your stay in the area are The Park Hotel Ruapehu and Mountain Heights Lodge. See all available top hotels, or vacation rentals in Whakapapa.

What are some of the best holiday rentals that Whakapapa has to offer?

Tongariro Cottage, Cute and rustic old world charm : This holiday home rental outside of Whakapapa is located in a rural location, and has a fireplace, a patio and a BBQ to put you at ease in your new surroundings. It has 3 bedrooms, as well as a kitchen with a fridge, a stovetop and a microwave, so that you can cook with friends or family. You can relax into your holiday with a garden and a selection of books. See all vacation rentals in Whakapapa.

If I need to cancel my hotel reservation in Whakapapa, will I receive a refund?

Yes, the majority of hotel reservations are refundable if you cancel prior to the accommodation's cancellation deadline, which is often 24 or 48 hours before check in. If you have a non-refundable reservation, it might still be possible to cancel it and receive a refund within 24 hours of booking. Filter your search by fully refundable to find flexible hotel deals in Whakapapa.

Where's the best place to stay for a trip to the slopes in Whakapapa?

Skotel Alpine Resort is a top hotel for a winter getaway, and features a ski shuttle and free WiFiThis hotel is located 9 minutes by car from Whakapapa Ski Area. See all ski hotels in Whakapapa.

What are some accommodation options with pools in Whakapapa?

Chateau Tongariro Hotel is a popular 4-star hotel featuring an indoor pool, 2 restaurants and free WiFi.

What is the best spa hotel in Whakapapa?

Chateau Tongariro Hotel is a top spa hotel featuring a fitness centre, a bar and an indoor pool. Spend the afternoon relaxing in the sauna and steam room. Another popular spa hotel in Whakapapa is Skotel Alpine Resort.

What is staying in Whakapapa like?

Luxury-minded travellers will find upscale places to stay in Whakapapa, and visitors give high marks for the top-notch restaurants and lively bar scene. Welcoming and relaxing, this city attracts tourists with its mountain views and skiing. There are 299 hotels and other accommodation options in the surrounding area. Find out more about Whakapapa.

What are the top places to visit in Whakapapa?

Hiking is a great activity, and Tongariro National Park Whakapapa Visitor Centre is one place to visit. You'll also find Tongariro National Park and Whakapapa Ski Area in the area. Take a look at what more there is to see and do in Expedia's Whakapapa guide.

What's the seasonal weather like in Whakapapa?

The hottest months are usually January and February, with an average temperature of 7°C, while the coldest months are July and August, with an average of -1°C. The rainiest months in Whakapapa are September, October, July and May, with each month seeing an average of 198 mm of rainfall.

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