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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 modern building with a balcony overlooking a hilly 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

4.1 km from Whakapapa Ski Area

Elizabeth

AU$74

includes taxes & fees

18 Oct - 19 Oct

A covered pavilion with a stone base, surrounded by a snow-covered garden with rocks and various plants.

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.

A cozy bar setting with a wood-burning stove, wooden furniture, and a sign reading "SPIRAL BAR".

2. The Park Hotel Ruapehu

15 km from Whakapapa Ski Area

Harley

AU$116

includes taxes & fees

20 Oct - 21 Oct

A wooden lodge with a balcony, a covered patio, and a sign reading "Mountain Heights Lodge".

A wooden cabin with a hot tub, wooden walls, and a view of a grassy field through windows.

A sculpture of a tree in a landscaped area with a building in the background.

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

14 km from Whakapapa Ski Area

Handro

AU$145

includes taxes & fees

15 Oct - 16 Oct

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 dining area with tables and chairs, a staircase, and a kitchen in the background.

A cozy, wood-paneled lounge area with a sectional sofa, small tables, and a vending machine.

4. Pipers Lodge

15.2 km from Whakapapa Ski Area

Jennifer

AU$108

includes taxes & fees

15 Oct - 16 Oct

A modern outdoor seating area with a wooden deck, a white planter with a fern, and a glass door leading to a room.

A sunlit patio with a seating area, a large window, and indoor plants.

A sign for Plateau Lodge with a stone border and a wooden signboard.

A room with a glass door leading to a balcony with a sofa and cushions.

5. Plateau Lodge

15.2 km from Whakapapa Ski Area

David

AU$105

includes taxes & fees

17 Oct - 18 Oct

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 two-story house with a porch, surrounded by lush greenery and flowering plants.

A modern kitchen with a built-in oven, microwave, and gas stove.

6. Tongariro Crossing Lodge

15.3 km from Whakapapa Ski Area

Cole

AU$210

includes taxes & fees

19 Oct - 20 Oct

A dining room with a wooden deck and picnic tables, a chimney, and a mountain backdrop.

A white SUV parked at an electric vehicle charging station.

A cozy living room with a wooden ceiling, a sofa, a TV, a fireplace, and a dining area with a table and chairs.

A cozy living room with two sofas, a small coffee table, and a TV screen displaying birds flying.

7. The Crossing Lodge

13.6 km from Whakapapa Ski Area

Sahil

AU$42

includes taxes & fees

26 Oct - 27 Oct

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 stone-walled indoor pool with a tiled floor, wooden benches, and a stone wall with a window.

A dining table set with various dishes, a candle, and a glass of red wine.

8. Powderhorn Chateau

22.2 km from Whakapapa Ski Area

Hayley

AU$262

includes taxes & fees

19 Oct - 20 Oct

A modern house with a covered porch, large windows, and a well-lit exterior at dusk.

A bedroom with a bed, a nightstand, a window with blinds, and a bathroom with a towel rack.

A paved road flanked by trees and a signpost in a wooded area.

A restaurant with wooden interiors, multiple dining tables, and hanging pendant lights.

9. Tongariro Lodge

36.5 km from Whakapapa Ski Area

ian

AU$206

includes taxes & fees

10 Nov - 11 Nov

An outdoor seating area with a table and chairs, a sofa with cushions, and a view of the street.

A room with two beds, a bench, a desk, and a flower arrangement.

A hallway with a wooden floor, a white wardrobe, a white shelf unit, and a potted plant.

A living room with a sofa, a coffee table, and a dining area with chairs and a table. There is a kitchen in the background with cabinets and a window.

10. LKNZ Lodge & Cafe

24.3 km from Whakapapa Ski Area

Peter

AU$83

includes taxes & fees

8 Nov - 9 Nov

A snow-covered residential street with houses, a car, and a driveway.

A room with two beds, a small kitchenette, and a dining area.

A circular hot tub surrounded by a brick patio, with wooden benches and a wooden fence in the background.

A compact living space with a kitchenette, a dining area, and a seating area with a sofa and chairs.

11. The Hobbit Motorlodge

23.6 km from Whakapapa Ski Area

Abinesh

AU$84

includes taxes & fees

6 Nov - 7 Nov

A swimming pool with lounge chairs and a fenced deck area, surrounded by buildings with a simple architectural style.

A hotel room with a large bed, a wooden headboard, a red leather sofa, a wooden coffee table, and a dining area with a table and chairs.

A compact kitchen with a sink, stove, and refrigerator, featuring a fire action notice on the wall.

A dining table set with wine glasses, a bottle of wine, and a floral arrangement.

12. Turangi Leisure Lodge

35.1 km from Whakapapa Ski Area

Libby

AU$99

includes taxes & fees

18 Oct - 19 Oct

An outdoor dining area with tables and chairs, umbrellas, and a view of parked cars and greenery.

A hotel room with a bed, a dining table, and a kitchenette.

A resort with a swimming pool, red buildings, and surrounding greenery.

A compact kitchen with a microwave, toaster, and small refrigerator.

13. Parklands Motorlodge

35 km from Whakapapa Ski Area

Rod

AU$113

includes taxes & fees

4 Nov - 5 Nov

A Snowhaven serviced apartment building at night with illuminated windows and a signboard.

A living room with a sofa, a dining table, chairs, a TV, and artwork on the wall.

A hallway with a wooden floor, a rug, and a staircase leading to a room with a red curtain.

A neatly made bed with white linens, a red throw blanket, and a wooden nightstand with a lamp.

14. Snowhaven

24.4 km from Whakapapa Ski Area

Amit

AU$120

includes taxes & fees

15 Oct - 16 Oct

An aerial view of a residential area with multiple houses, a large building with a flat roof, and a parking lot.

A wooden table and chairs on a balcony with a view of a lake and mountains.

A room with a large window overlooking a calm sea and distant mountains.

A bedroom with a large window offering a mountain view, a bed with white and brown bedding, and a wall-mounted light fixture.

15. The Oreti Collection- By Vacations in Paradise

38.7 km from Whakapapa Ski Area

Derek

A dining area with a wooden table and wicker chairs, a balcony with a view of the sea, and a leather sofa.

A rocky shoreline with calm water and a distant hill.

A modern living room with a black leather sofa, wooden coffee table, and a large sliding glass door leading to a balcony.

A spacious living area with a wooden dining table and chairs, a sofa, and a coffee table with a vase. There are large windows providing natural light and views of the outdoors.

16. Pukawa Villas (Formerly Oreti Village Resort)

38.7 km from Whakapapa Ski Area

Pedro

AU$204

includes taxes & fees

13 Nov - 14 Nov

A hotel named "The Peaks Motor Inn" with a sign listing amenities like studio and family units, spa pools, sauna & gym, wireless internet, and a conference room.

A bedroom with a large bed, a bedside table, and a window with a view of greenery.

A compact kitchen with a stove, oven, microwave, sink, and dishwasher.

A landscaped area with a sign for The Peaks Motor Inn in Ohakune.

17. The Peaks Motor Inn

23.2 km from Whakapapa Ski Area

Hayley

AU$132

includes taxes & fees

29 Oct - 30 Oct

A row of wooden decked cabins with outdoor seating, large windows, and a view of the surrounding greenery.

A building labeled "OFFICE" with a paved entrance, potted plants, and a bench.

A sign for Judges Pool Motel with a mailbox and a landscaped area with trees and grass.

A hotel room with a red bed, a black leather sofa, a small round table, a TV mounted on the wall, and a kitchenette area.

18. Judges Pool Motel

35.3 km from Whakapapa Ski Area

Nicola

AU$134

includes taxes & fees

22 Oct - 23 Oct

A compact hotel room with a kitchenette, a TV mounted on the wall, and two beds with pillows.

A parking area with a building labeled "Visitor Inn" in the background, a tree in the foreground, and a clear sky with clouds.

A hotel with a parking lot, picnic tables, and a view of mountains.

A compact kitchen with a dining table, chairs, a microwave, a sink, and a window with a view of greenery.

19. Ohakune Court Motel

23.3 km from Whakapapa Ski Area

Sarah

AU$110

includes taxes & fees

19 Oct - 20 Oct

A black sports car parked in front of a building with large windows and a garage door.

A modern kitchen with a central island, bar stools, and a dining area with a pool table.

A compact kitchen with a stove, oven, sink, and a microwave.

A building labeled "Ruapehu Mountain Motel & Lodge" with a covered entrance, a staircase, and a snow-covered ground.

20. Ruapehu Mountain Motel & Lodge

22.4 km from Whakapapa Ski Area

Jessica

AU$124

includes taxes & fees

26 Oct - 27 Oct

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Compare popular hotels close to Whakapapa Ski Area

Property	Property class	Guest rating
Mountain Heights Lodge	9.2 Wonderful 246 reviews	View
Plateau Lodge	8.8 Excellent 365 reviews	View
Skotel Alpine Resort	8.4 Very good 873 reviews	View
The Park Hotel Ruapehu	8.4 Very good 1,003 reviews	View
Tongariro Suites at The Rocks	10.0 Exceptional 106 reviews	View

Top Whakapapa Ski Area Hotel Reviews

The Park Hotel Ruapehu

8/10 Good

"Nice to stop and relax with a onsite bar and restaurant"

Skotel Alpine Resort

10/10 Excellent

"Great staff and stay."

LKNZ Lodge & Cafe

8/10 Good

"Great place if need a large accommodation for 7 people. Close to the centre of town."

Tongariro Crossing Lodge

10/10 Excellent

"Our hosts were very kind and helpful. Also, the place was very clean and tidy. Overall great stay!"

The Peaks Motor Inn

8/10 Good

"good location and easy late check in"

Plateau Lodge

8/10 Good

"They should"

Cozy chalet with access to all year adventures

10/10 Excellent

"Nice place and good location for mountain activities."

Alpine Chalets

10/10 Excellent

"Stayed for two nights while hiking in the national park. Great location with mountain views, stayed in a newly renovated suite which was lovely. Close to the road but pretty quiet at night."

Great place to stay for large groups or families

10/10 Excellent

"the property was nice and cozy"

Other attractions near Whakapapa Ski Area

A snow-capped mountain with a clear sky and a flat landscape in the foreground.

Tongariro National Park

9.6/10 (227 reviews)

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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Taranaki Falls

9.4/10 (97 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.

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Centennial Chair

10.0/10 (1 review)

You can take time to visit Centennial Chair during your travels to Iwikau. Discover the mountain views and top-notch restaurants in this relaxing area.

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Rockgarden Chair

You can take time to visit Rockgarden Chair during your travels to Iwikau. Discover the mountain views and top-notch restaurants in this relaxing area.

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Hut Flat Rope Tow

You can take time to visit Hut Flat Rope Tow during your travels to Tongariro National Park. Discover the mountain views and top-notch restaurants in this relaxing area.

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Waterfall Express Chair

8.4/10 (5 reviews)

You can take time to visit Waterfall Express Chair during your travels to Tongariro National Park. Discover the mountain views and top-notch restaurants in this relaxing area.

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West Ridge Quad

6.0/10 (1 review)

You can take time to visit West Ridge Quad during your travels to Tongariro National Park. Discover the mountain views and lively bars in this relaxing area.

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Tongariro National Park Whakapapa Visitor Centre

9.2/10 (232 reviews)

You can take time to visit Tongariro National Park Whakapapa Visitor Centre during your travels to Whakapapa. Discover the mountain views and top-notch restaurants in this relaxing area.

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Frequently asked questions

What's the area like around Whakapapa Ski Area?

Whakapapa Ski Area is located in an area that travellers like for its skiing. When you want to settle in and find a place to stay, take a look at some of the hotels and other accommodation options that Expedia offers in the area.

What's the best hotel to stay close to Whakapapa Ski Area?

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 2.6 mi (4.1 km) from Whakapapa Ski Area. Other good options around the area include The Park Hotel Ruapehu and Mountain Heights Lodge.

If I need to cancel the hotel reservation for my stay near Whakapapa Ski Area, will I receive a refund?

Yes! Most room reservations are fully refundable if you cancel prior to the accommodation's cancellation deadline, which is often 24 or 48 hours before your check-in date. If you have a reservation that's non-refundable, you might be able to cancel it and receive a refund within a 24-hour period of your booking. Add dates, click "Search", then use the filter option "fully refundable" to view the best deals near Whakapapa Ski Area.

What can I see and do near Whakapapa Ski Area?

At Tongariro National Park, Taranaki Falls and Mount Ruapehu, you can surround yourself with nature. You might plan a visit to Tongariro National Park Whakapapa Visitor Centre or Waterfall Express Chair while you're in the area. A visit to Lower Tama Lake is worth the trip when you're visiting.

Top Hotels Near Whakapapa Ski Area in Tongariro National Park from AU$42

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Our top choices for Whakapapa Ski Area hotels

1. Skotel Alpine Resort

2. The Park Hotel Ruapehu

3. Mountain Heights Lodge

4. Pipers Lodge

5. Plateau Lodge

6. Tongariro Crossing Lodge

7. The Crossing Lodge

8. Powderhorn Chateau

9. Tongariro Lodge

10. LKNZ Lodge & Cafe

11. The Hobbit Motorlodge

12. Turangi Leisure Lodge

13. Parklands Motorlodge

14. Snowhaven

15. The Oreti Collection- By Vacations in Paradise

16. Pukawa Villas (Formerly Oreti Village Resort)

17. The Peaks Motor Inn

18. Judges Pool Motel

19. Ohakune Court Motel

20. Ruapehu Mountain Motel & Lodge

Compare popular hotels close to Whakapapa Ski Area

Top Whakapapa Ski Area Hotel Reviews

The Park Hotel Ruapehu

Skotel Alpine Resort

LKNZ Lodge & Cafe

Tongariro Crossing Lodge

The Peaks Motor Inn

Plateau Lodge

Cozy chalet with access to all year adventures

Alpine Chalets

Great place to stay for large groups or families

Other attractions near Whakapapa Ski Area

Tongariro National Park

Taranaki Falls

Centennial Chair

Rockgarden Chair

Hut Flat Rope Tow

Waterfall Express Chair

West Ridge Quad

Tongariro National Park Whakapapa Visitor Centre

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