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Indoor spa tub
Adventure Lodge & Motel

Adventure Lodge & Motel

Adventure Lodge & Motel
3.5 star property
16.1 km from Waterfall Express Chair
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (277)
"Clean room and bathrooms. Overall great facility!! John drove us to the Alpine crossing and gave us a walkthrough of the history behind the tongariro national park and safety tips for the hike. We had a great experience. Thank you John."
United States
Nakul
The price is AU$89
includes taxes & fees
18 Jan - 19 Jan 2026
Adventure Lodge & Motel
Lobby sitting area
Manowhenua Lodge - Hostel

Manowhenua Lodge - Hostel

Manowhenua Lodge - Hostel
2.0 star property
16.4 km from Waterfall Express Chair
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (85)
"Very nice place to stay "
Australia
David
The price is AU$118
includes taxes & fees
3 Jan - 4 Jan 2026
Manowhenua Lodge - Hostel
Standard Double or Twin Room, 1 Bedroom, Shared Bathroom, Garden View | Terrace/patio
Plateau Lodge

Plateau Lodge

Plateau Lodge
3.0 star property
16.1 km from Waterfall Express Chair
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (341)
"Everyone was delightful "
United States
Drew
The price is AU$165
includes taxes & fees
9 Jan - 10 Jan 2026
Plateau Lodge
Outdoor dining
The Crossing Lodge and Backpackers

The Crossing Lodge and Backpackers

The Crossing Lodge and Backpackers
2.0 star property
14.2 km from Waterfall Express Chair
8.0 out of 10, Very good, (31)
"Great property warm rooms easy check in and out "
Australia
Tamera
The price is AU$52
includes taxes & fees
7 Jan - 8 Jan 2026
The Crossing Lodge and Backpackers
Restaurant
The Park Hotel Ruapehu

The Park Hotel Ruapehu

The Park Hotel Ruapehu
3.0 star property
15.9 km from Waterfall Express Chair
8.2 out of 10, Very good, (1002)
"Good staff, good room, close to the mountain. "
Australia
Balthazar
The price is AU$142
includes taxes & fees
8 Jan - 9 Jan 2026
The Park Hotel Ruapehu
Outdoor spa tub
Pipers Lodge

Pipers Lodge

Pipers Lodge
3.0 star property
16 km from Waterfall Express Chair
8.4 out of 10, Very good, (140)
"It was close to where we wanted to go during our stay."
Australia
Christian
The price is AU$113
includes taxes & fees
30 Dec - 31 Dec
Pipers Lodge
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.
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Top Waterfall Express Chair Hotel Reviews

Mountain Heights Lodge

Mountain Heights Lodge

10/10 Excellent
"Large clean room, comfy beds with high quality linens. We got the deluxe room which was very spacious, bright and has a large balcony. Only downside is that it is right on a busy road, but at night the traffic dies down and we didn’t even notice it. "
Ingrid 1-night trip
Posted 8 days ago
Mountain Heights Lodge

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Emerald Green Lake - Tongariro National Park, New Zealand

Tongariro National Park

With active volcanoes, moon-like landscapes, hot mud pools, icy lakes and thick forests, Tongariro National Park has New Zealand written all over it.
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Tongariro crossing in winter,Mount ngauruhoe, the great walk, New Zealand, Tongariro National park

Mount Ruapehu

4.6/5 (369 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.
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Frequently asked questions

What's the area like around Waterfall Express Chair?
Waterfall Express Chair is located in a welcoming area of Tongariro National Park known for its array of dining options and skiing. If you're looking for a convenient place to stay, you could search for properties close to public transport so it's easy to get around.
Where is the best place to stay near Waterfall Express Chair?
Skotel Alpine Resort is one of the top choices for your stay based on our traveller data, and this hotel offers a restaurant and free parking. It's located 3.2 mi (5.2 km) from Waterfall Express Chair. Other good choices in the area include The Park Hotel Ruapehu and Mountain Heights Lodge.
If I need to cancel the hotel reservation for my stay near Waterfall Express Chair, will I receive a refund?
Yes! Most hotel room reservations are refundable provided that you cancel before the hotel's cancellation deadline, which is usually within 24-48 hours of the scheduled arrival. If you booked a non-refundable reservation, you may still be able to cancel and be given a refund within a 24-hour period of booking. Add dates, click "Search", then use the filter option "fully refundable" to review the top deals on offer near Waterfall Express Chair.
What can I see and do near Waterfall Express Chair?
Head up the mountain to Whakapapa Ski Area or Turoa Ski Area to see the views or enjoy some snowy fun. Tongariro National Park, Mount Ruapehu and Taranaki Falls are beautiful places to appreciate nature. Tongariro National Park Whakapapa Visitor Centre, Hut Flat Rope Tow and Rockgarden Chair are worth a stop while you're in the area.