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A cozy room with a leather sofa, patterned armchairs, and a glass coffee table. A large window offers a view of a mountain.
A bedroom with a large bed, a TV, and a view of the landscape.
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.

1. Skotel Alpine Resort

Skotel Alpine Resort
Tongariro National Park
Australia
Stefanie
AU$82
includes taxes & fees
11 Oct - 12 Oct
Skotel Alpine Resort
A covered pavilion with a stone base, surrounded by a snow-covered garden with rocks and various plants.
A restaurant with wooden beams, tables, and chairs. There are windows and an exit sign.
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
Harley
AU$115
includes taxes & fees
25 Oct - 26 Oct
The Park Hotel Ruapehu
A wooden lodge with a balcony, a covered patio, and a sign reading "Mountain Heights Lodge".
A wooden deck with a table and two chairs, overlooking a natural landscape with hills and trees.
A wooden cabin with a hot tub, wooden walls, and a view of a grassy field through windows.
A spacious room with a large bed, a sofa, a TV on a wooden stand, and a view of the outdoors through large windows.

3. Mountain Heights Lodge

Mountain Heights Lodge
National Park Village
Australia
Handro
AU$124
includes taxes & fees
11 Oct - 12 Oct
Mountain Heights Lodge
A modern outdoor seating area with a wooden deck, a white planter with a fern, and a glass door leading to a room.
A restaurant with large windows overlooking a snowy mountain landscape.
A sunlit patio with a seating area, a large window, and indoor plants.
A room with a glass door leading to a balcony with a sofa and cushions.

4. Plateau Lodge

Plateau Lodge
National Park Village
Australia
David
AU$101
includes taxes & fees
4 Oct - 5 Oct
Plateau Lodge
A modern wooden building with large sliding glass doors, a covered patio area, and a wooden deck.
A door with a view of a backyard garden through a window.
A modern kitchen with a built-in oven, microwave, and gas stove.
A two-story house with a porch, surrounded by lush greenery and flowering plants.

5. Tongariro Crossing Lodge

Tongariro Crossing Lodge
National Park Village
Australia
KJ
AU$195
includes taxes & fees
7 Oct - 8 Oct
Tongariro Crossing Lodge
A spacious living area with a high ceiling, exposed wooden beams, a sofa set, armchairs, a coffee table, and a view of the outdoors.
A reception area with a wooden counter, a white armchair, a table with brochures, and a poster advertising a bus crossing.
An outdoor deck with wooden benches and tables, surrounded by glass doors and windows, with a view of the sky and trees.
A blue building with a sign reading "Manowhenua Lodge" and an "Office" sign.

6. Manowhenua Lodge - Hostel

Manowhenua Lodge - Hostel
National Park Village
Canada
Cameron
AU$112
includes taxes & fees
10 Oct - 11 Oct
Manowhenua Lodge - Hostel
A dining room with a wooden deck and picnic tables, a chimney, and a mountain backdrop.
A hotel room with a large bed, a smaller bed, a desk, a lamp, and a wall with vertical wooden slats.
A white SUV parked at an electric vehicle charging station.
A cozy living room with two sofas, a small coffee table, and a TV screen displaying birds flying.

7. The Crossing Lodge

The Crossing Lodge
Erua
Australia
Sahil
AU$43
includes taxes & fees
22 Oct - 23 Oct
The Crossing Lodge
A multi-story building with a red roof, balconies, and a sign indicating it is an Alpine Chalet.
A view from a window of a mountain landscape with a clear sky.
A hotel room with a bed, a chair, and a balcony with a mountain view.
A building with a red roof and a porch area with red chairs.

8. Alpine Chalets

Alpine Chalets
National Park Village
Australia
Brayden
AU$211
includes taxes & fees
25 Oct - 26 Oct
Alpine Chalets
A wooden staircase leading to a door with "Powderhorn Chateau" carved above it.
A wooden cabin room with a bed, a desk, and a chair.
A dining table set with various dishes, a candle, and a glass of red wine.
A stone-walled indoor pool with a tiled floor, wooden benches, and a stone wall with a window.

9. Powderhorn Chateau

Powderhorn Chateau
Ohakune
Australia
Rhys
AU$273
includes taxes & fees
18 Oct - 19 Oct
Powderhorn Chateau
A bar setting with a glass of iced drink garnished with a lime slice, a bottle pouring into the glass, and a tray with multiple glasses.
A hot tub with a blue light.
A cozy, wood-paneled lounge area with a sectional sofa, small tables, and a vending machine.
A lodge with a staircase leading to a balcony, surrounded by snow-covered trees and parked cars.

10. Pipers Lodge

Pipers Lodge
National Park Village
Australia
Jennifer
AU$97
includes taxes & fees
30 Sept - 1 Oct
Pipers Lodge
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Top Whakapapa Hotel Reviews

The Park Hotel Ruapehu

The Park Hotel Ruapehu

10/10 Excellent
"Very good experience from A to Z."
Elizabeth 2-night trip
Posted 1 day ago
The Park Hotel Ruapehu
Skotel Alpine Resort

Skotel Alpine Resort

8/10 Good
"Location, staff, and amenities are great. The property is much more beat up than shown, but not dirty. Would recommend"
Jake 3-night trip
Posted 13 days ago
Skotel Alpine Resort

Frequently asked questions

What should I expect on my historical trip to Whakapapa?
The historical places in Whakapapa are likely at the top of your travel itinerary. You'll likely want to savour the top-notch restaurants and lively bars during your visit. During your trip to this relaxing area, you can also spend time at the ski slopes.
What are the top historical sites and other places in Whakapapa?
A favourite place to visit is Tongariro National Park Whakapapa Visitor Centre. You'll also find Tongariro National Park and Whakapapa Ski Area in the area.
What is a historic hotel like in Whakapapa?
A historic hotel gives guests a chance to stay in a building officially recognised with a national historic designation. Historic hotels throughout the world have had many former lives and uses, such as stately homes, palaces or even lodges, old police stations or skyscrapers — any place of special interest. These types of hotels in Whakapapa often retain authentic characteristics like traditional architecture and period features in their public spaces or guestrooms.
What is the difference between a historic hotel and a heritage hotel?
You'll often hear the term "heritage hotel" in Asia and Europe, wheareas the term "historic hotel" is more commonly used in the U.S. but overall the terms are quite similar. The architecture and actual building of a historic hotel tends to be the most important aspect. For heritage hotels, it's often the cultural value and how it inspired the community.
Do historic hotels in Whakapapa have modern facilities?
Hotels have the safety features and modern conveniences you might expect, while every effort is made to preserve the historic aspects and traditions. WiFi, heating and air conditioning, updated bathroom facilities, and the normal amenities found at a contemporary hotel will also be available in a historic hotel. Rest assured that when you choose a historic hotel in Whakapapa, you won't be staying at a place that is rundown or uncomfortable.

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