Historic Hotels & Resorts in Tongariro National Park

You’re already probably planning a visit to historical sites during your trip to Tongariro National Park. You’ll likely want to savour the lively bars and top-notch restaurants during your visit. During your trip to this relaxing area, you can also spend time at the ski slopes.

Based on our travel expertise, Skotel Alpine Resort is a top hotel on Expedia for those interested in history, and it features a restaurant and free WiFi. Opotaka Historic Place is a short 4-minute drive away.

Tongariro National Park is home to 2 hotels and other accommodation options bookable on Expedia but not many designated as historic hotels.

Landmarks like Opotaka Historic Place and Te Porere Redoubt in Tongariro National Park might be worth a visit. The mountain views and volcanoes highlight the natural beauty with places to discover including Mount Ruapehu, Tongariro National Park and Taranaki Falls. A couple of additional sights to add to your itinerary are Whakapapa Ski Area and Turoa Ski Area.

When you book a historic hotel, you’ll spend a night or two someplace that has an officially recognised national historic designation. A castle, a palace or even a pub or an old police station can be turned into a historic hotel as long as it’s a place of special interest. Traditional architecture and period features are often found in the public spaces and guestrooms of such hotels in Tongariro National Park, giving a real sense of character.

“Heritage hotel” is a term often used 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 is generally what’s most significant. For a heritage hotel, often it’s the cultural value and how it inspired the community.

Hotels have the safety features and modern conveniences you expect to find, but every effort is made to preserve the historic aspects and traditions. Private rooms with updated bathroom facilities, free WiFi and the normal amenities found in a hotel will also be available in a historic hotel. When you book a historic hotel in Tongariro National Park, don’t worry that you’ll find yourself staying at a place that’s uncomfortable or rundown.