Title: Tongariro National Park Travel Guide: Best of Tongariro National Park, Manawatū-Whanganui Travel 2026 | Expedia.co.uk [Hotels in Tongariro National Park](https://expedia.co.uk/Tongariro-National-Park-Hotels.d6353232.Travel-Guide-Hotels)[Holiday Rentals in Tongariro National Park](https://expedia.co.uk/Tongariro-National-Park-Holiday-Rentals.d6353232.Travel-Guide-HolidayRentals)[Things to do in Tongariro National Park](https://expedia.co.uk/Things-To-Do-In-Tongariro-National-Park.d6353232.Travel-Guide-Activities)[Tongariro National Park Car Hire](https://expedia.co.uk/Compare-Cheap-Car-Hire-In-Tongariro-National-Park.d6353232.Car-Hire-Guide)[Tongariro National Park Holidays](https://expedia.co.uk/Tongariro-National-Park.d6353232.Holidays-City-Breaks) # Tongariro National Park Travel Guide ## Tourist Guide ![Mount Ruapehu from Ohakune; Shutterstock ID 3963082; Purchase Order: -](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6353232/f5972f24-55af-4107-b82d-b14f88279caa.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) ![Tongariro National Park](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6353232/defb64c8-594b-4cca-8ca8-2c703fab2196.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) ![Tongariro National Park](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6353232/f84931a5-976c-4d7f-a586-2c8488f2435d.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) ![Tongariro National Park](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6353232/b4cc6039-3525-4793-b559-dd93193c6c5a.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) ![Tongariro National Park](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6353232/cc696828-e3d5-4605-b7af-b3ba552f9577.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) ## Visit Tongariro National Park Things to do - Top hotels in Tongariro National Park - Top Holiday Rentals in Tongariro National Park ![Skotel Alpine Resort](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/1000000/992600/992507/e167d9c2_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150) ### Skotel Alpine Resort Whakapapa Village, SH 48 Tongariro National Park £36 27 Apr - 28 Apr includes taxes & fees Stay at this family-friendly hotel in Whakapapa. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff in their reviews. ... 8.4/10 Very Good! (833 reviews) Great location. Room clean but very basic. Food ... well, there are good options a short drive away. Reviewed on 25 Mar 2026 [](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=27%2F04%2F2026&endDate=28%2F04%2F2026&selected=992507&PinnedHotelID=992507&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=6353232) ![The Park Hotel Ruapehu](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/4000000/3890000/3888600/3888552/a136b43d_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150) ### The Park Hotel Ruapehu 6 Millar Street National Park Village £60 26 Apr - 27 Apr includes taxes & fees Stay at this hotel in National Park Village. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and 2 hot tubs. Our guests praise the restaurant and the helpful staff in their reviews. ... 8.2/10 Very Good! (1,000 reviews) The bed was comfy, room was cozy, close to national park and restaurants. Hot tub area needs some attention. Chairs were worn and cushions moldy. No instructions on how to work hot tub. TV only has 13 channels. Otherwise perfect for 1 night. Reviewed on 23 Mar 2026 [](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=26%2F04%2F2026&endDate=27%2F04%2F2026&selected=3888552&PinnedHotelID=3888552&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=6353232) ![Mountain Heights Lodge](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/38000000/37750000/37748900/37748813/0d3eb25b_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150) ### Mountain Heights Lodge 4576 SH 4 National Park Village Manawatu-Wanganui £67 27 Apr - 28 Apr includes taxes & fees Stay at this motel in National Park Village. Enjoy free parking, on-site spa services and daily housekeeping. Our guests praise the helpful staff in their reviews. ... 9/10 Wonderful! (211 reviews) Classic traditional lodge, love the wooden structures and homey feel, felt welcome. Nice patio to watch the sunset!! Reviewed on 24 Mar 2026 [](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=27%2F04%2F2026&endDate=28%2F04%2F2026&selected=37748813&PinnedHotelID=37748813&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=6353232) [See all 473 properties in Tongariro National Park](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?rfrrid=TG.LP.Hotels.DestinationExperience&startDate=29%2F03%2F2026&endDate=30%2F03%2F2026®ionId=6353232) Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply. ![Rocky Mountain Chalets](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/10000000/9850000/9847200/9847107/f5e25352_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150) ### Rocky Mountain Chalets 20 Rangataua Road (State Highway 49) Ohakune NZ3 Stay at this golf chalet in Ohakune. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and 3 hot tubs. Popular attractions Big Carrot and Ohakune Disc Golf are located nearby. 9.8/10 Exceptional! (102 reviews) We were arriving late so a quick call to arrange late check in was easy. We stayed 3 nights in total with a 4 day trip away in between nights which was made so easy by the owner to allow us the same chalet for each night. Easy walk to town and we did drive some nights. Very quiet and rooms very clean. ... Reviewed on 25 Mar 2026 [](https://expedia.co.uk/Ohakune-Hotels-Rocky-Mountain-Chalets.h9847107.Hotel-Information) ![Motuoapa Bay Chalets](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/83000000/82800000/82797600/82797522/d42240a8_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150) ### Motuoapa Bay Chalets 16 Tangitu St Motuoapa Waikato Stay at this cottage in Motuoapa. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and a garden. Popular attraction River Vineyard is located nearby. 9/10 Wonderful! (93 reviews) The cabin was fantastic, very clean and tidy - most of all very, very quiet. The attention from the female caretaker was outstanding, she made sure everything was to our satisfaction, all in all a great stay. Would recommend to anyone to stay there. Reviewed on 23 Mar 2026 [](https://expedia.co.uk/Motuoapa-Hotels-Motuoapa-Bay-Chalets.h82797522.Hotel-Information) ![Pukawa Villas (Formerly Oreti Village Resort)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/121000000/120530000/120527000/120526993/3d3106a4_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150) ### Pukawa Villas (Formerly Oreti Village Resort) 88 Pukawa Road Pukawa Stay at this aparthotel in Pukawa. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and breakfast (surcharge). Popular attractions Tokaanu Thermal Pools and River Vineyard are ... 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Additional terms may apply. ## Check Tongariro National Park hotel availability [Tonight ](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?rfrrid=TG.LP.CheckPrices.DestinationExperience&adults=2&openPlayBack=true®ionId=6353232&startDate=2026-03-28&endDate=2026-03-29)[28 Mar - 29 Mar](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?rfrrid=TG.LP.CheckPrices.DestinationExperience&adults=2&openPlayBack=true®ionId=6353232&startDate=2026-03-28&endDate=2026-03-29) [Tomorrow night ](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?rfrrid=TG.LP.CheckPrices.DestinationExperience&adults=2&openPlayBack=true®ionId=6353232&startDate=2026-03-29&endDate=2026-03-30)[29 Mar - 30 Mar](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?rfrrid=TG.LP.CheckPrices.DestinationExperience&adults=2&openPlayBack=true®ionId=6353232&startDate=2026-03-29&endDate=2026-03-30) [Next weekend ](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?rfrrid=TG.LP.CheckPrices.DestinationExperience&adults=2&openPlayBack=true®ionId=6353232&startDate=03%2F04%2F2026&endDate=05%2F04%2F2026)[3 Apr - 5 Apr](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?rfrrid=TG.LP.CheckPrices.DestinationExperience&adults=2&openPlayBack=true®ionId=6353232&startDate=03%2F04%2F2026&endDate=05%2F04%2F2026) ### Popular places to visit ![Tongariro crossing in winter,Mount ngauruhoe, the great walk, New Zealand, Tongariro National park](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/553248621532610726/3e7d02fb-0759-4800-b6bc-42d4b2050256.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Mount Ruapehu 4.5/5(4 reviews) Explore the great outdoors at Mount Ruapehu and enjoy the mountain views during your trip to Tongariro National Park. Visit the lively bars or top-notch restaurants in this relaxing area. [](https://expedia.co.uk/Mount-Ruapehu-Tongariro-National-Park.d553248621532610726.Attraction) ![Tongariro National Park](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6135271/a1534402-9b72-45fb-958d-198f5c904a0b.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Tongariro National Park Explore New Zealand’s phenomenal volcanic landscape and trek across one of the best known hiking trails in the country. [](https://expedia.co.uk/Tongariro-National-Park-Tongariro-National-Park.d6135271.Attraction) ![Caption---- Emerald Lakes in Tongariro Alpine Crossing, New Zealand](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6293955/7d6df5ab-52cd-489f-ad42-c380e25a16da.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Tongariro Alpine Crossing 5/5(3 reviews) 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. [](https://expedia.co.uk/Tongariro-Alpine-Crossing-Tongariro-National-Park.d6293955.Attraction) ![Turoa Ski Area](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/553248621567596121/9ff6e72e-cc12-4932-8baf-d0770b0f77f1.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Turoa Ski Area 3.5/5(2 reviews) Hit the slopes in Tongariro National Park with a visit to Turoa Ski Area. Discover the mountain views and top-notch restaurants in this relaxing area. [](https://expedia.co.uk/Turoa-Ski-Area-Tongariro-National-Park.d553248621567596121.Attraction) ![0_E007820](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/553248634015588017/b372cb65-c531-488f-9c12-f719a50875f5.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Mount Tongariro 4.5/5(5 reviews) 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. [](https://expedia.co.uk/Mount-Tongariro-Tongariro-National-Park.d553248634015588017.Attraction) ![Taranaki Falls](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/553248634015586491/430054f2-6af3-464f-a7fa-d0813a5b65db.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Taranaki Falls 4.5/5(3 reviews) 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. [](https://expedia.co.uk/Taranaki-Falls-Tongariro-National-Park.d553248634015586491.Attraction) ### Things to do ![Tongariro Alpine Crossing: Mountain Shuttle Services](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/49285042/657374cb-42a4-4b8e-8328-5d4fc610780c.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Tongariro Alpine Crossing: Mountain Shuttle Services £52 per adult [](https://expedia.co.uk/things-to-do/tongariro-alpine-crossing-mountain-shuttle-services.a49285042.activity-details) ![Mt Ruapehu](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/1396589/02412de7-87d3-4d7c-b973-3896d61eee2d.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Premium Mt Ruapehu Summit Plateau Guided Group Hike £222 per adult [](https://expedia.co.uk/things-to-do/premium-mt-ruapehu-summit-plateau-guided-group-hike.a1396589.activity-details) ![Private Mt Ruapehu Crater Lake Guided Walk](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/2264028/bd3b3c8e-2bc1-4a58-800a-6108008c8a05.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Private Mt Ruapehu Summit Plateau Guided HIke £572 per adult [](https://expedia.co.uk/things-to-do/private-mt-ruapehu-summit-plateau-guided-hike.a2264028.activity-details) [See all activities in Tongariro National Park](https://expedia.co.uk/Things-To-Do-In-Tongariro-National-Park.d6353232.Travel-Guide-Activities) ## Cities near Tongariro National Park ![Mount Ruapehu](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6123363/fcc89cc7-8d58-4a2d-b288-53e98fbe142f.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=512&h=288&q=medium) ### Ohakune ![Sealy Tarns Track view, Aoraki, Mount Cook, New Zealand, NZ](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6129192/6d90b35e-ffa7-44f1-999c-5c7f2fbf1335.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=512&h=288&q=medium) ### National Park Village - Cities near Tongariro National Park - Places of interest [Ohakune](https://expedia.co.uk/Ohakune.dx6123363)[National Park Village](https://expedia.co.uk/National-Park-Village.dx6129192) - [Mount Ruapehu ](https://expedia.co.uk/Mount-Ruapehu-Tongariro-National-Park.d553248621532610726.Attraction) - [Whakapapa Ski Area ](https://expedia.co.uk/Whakapapa-Ski-Area-Tongariro-National-Park.d553248621532610725.Attraction) - [Tongariro Alpine Crossing ](https://expedia.co.uk/Tongariro-Alpine-Crossing-Tongariro-National-Park.d6293955.Attraction) - [Taranaki Falls ](https://expedia.co.uk/Taranaki-Falls-Tongariro-National-Park.d553248634015586491.Attraction) ![](https://a.travel-assets.com/mad-service/footer/bnaBanners/BEX_Footer.jpg) ## Go further with the Expedia app Save on select hotels when you book in the app. Our app deals help you to save on trips so you can travel more and manage it all on the go. 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