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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 terrace with wooden furniture and a view of a mountain at sunset.

A bedroom with a large bed, a TV, and a view of the landscape.

A modern building with a balcony overlooking a hilly landscape.

1. Skotel Alpine Resort

4.1 km from Whakapapa Ski Area

Elizabeth

NZ$87

includes taxes & fees

19 Oct - 20 Oct

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

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

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

A wooden deck with a table and two chairs, overlooking a natural landscape with hills and trees.

2. Mountain Heights Lodge

14 km from Whakapapa Ski Area

Handro

NZ$181

includes taxes & fees

28 Oct - 29 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".

3. The Park Hotel Ruapehu

15 km from Whakapapa Ski Area

Harley

NZ$144

includes taxes & fees

20 Oct - 21 Oct

A modern wooden building with large sliding glass doors, a covered patio area, and a wooden deck.

A snow-covered porch with a wooden railing and potted plants.

A door with a view of a backyard garden through a window.

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

4. Tongariro Crossing Lodge

15.3 km from Whakapapa Ski Area

Cole

NZ$263

includes taxes & fees

22 Oct - 23 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 room with a glass door leading to a balcony with a sofa and cushions.

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

5. Plateau Lodge

15.2 km from Whakapapa Ski Area

David

NZ$131

includes taxes & fees

18 Oct - 19 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 lodge with a staircase leading to a balcony, surrounded by snow-covered trees and parked cars.

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.

6. Pipers Lodge

15.2 km from Whakapapa Ski Area

Jennifer

NZ$135

includes taxes & fees

16 Oct - 17 Oct

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

13.6 km from Whakapapa Ski Area

Sahil

NZ$52

includes taxes & fees

26 Oct - 27 Oct

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

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

An aerial view of a residential area with houses surrounded by dense trees and a river.

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

8. Tongariro Lodge

36.5 km from Whakapapa Ski Area

ian

NZ$264

includes taxes & fees

17 Oct - 18 Oct

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

A compact kitchen with modern appliances, a dining area with wooden chairs, and a television in the living space.

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.

9. Turangi Leisure Lodge

35.1 km from Whakapapa Ski Area

Libby

NZ$124

includes taxes & fees

18 Oct - 19 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 cozy interior with a bar area, leather seating, and a fireplace.

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

10. Powderhorn Chateau

22.2 km from Whakapapa Ski Area

Hayley

NZ$332

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

A wooden cabin-style room with a bed, two bedside tables, a desk, and a chair.

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

11. Parklands Motorlodge

35 km from Whakapapa Ski Area

Rod

NZ$140

includes taxes & fees

17 Oct - 18 Oct

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

An indoor swimming pool with clear glass walls, a view of the outdoors, and a concrete ceiling.

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.

12. The Oreti Collection- By Vacations in Paradise

38.7 km from Whakapapa Ski Area

Derek

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

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.

A reception area with a wooden desk, a fish wall, and various informational posters.

13. Judges Pool Motel

35.3 km from Whakapapa Ski Area

Nicola

NZ$167

includes taxes & fees

20 Oct - 21 Oct

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

A cafe with a chalkboard menu listing hot drinks and smoothies, a counter with a variety of beverages, and a seating area with tables and chairs.

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

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.

14. LKNZ Lodge & Cafe

24.3 km from Whakapapa Ski Area

Peter

NZ$103

includes taxes & fees

27 Oct - 28 Oct

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

A wooden sign with multiple text elements advertising a motor lodge, luxury, and wireless internet availability.

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

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

15. The Hobbit Motorlodge

23.6 km from Whakapapa Ski Area

Abinesh

NZ$97

includes taxes & fees

4 Nov - 5 Nov

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 room with two beds, a window, a lamp, and a wall art piece.

16. Pukawa Villas (Formerly Oreti Village Resort)

38.7 km from Whakapapa Ski Area

Pedro

NZ$254

includes taxes & fees

17 Oct - 18 Oct

A wooden gazebo with a glass enclosure, surrounded by a well-manicured lawn and a pond with lily pads.

A modern kitchen with a wooden countertop, a coffee machine, and a vase with flowers.

A modern house with a large porch, outdoor seating, and a well-maintained garden.

A modern house with large glass windows, surrounded by trees and a well-maintained lawn.

17. River Birches

34.4 km from Whakapapa Ski Area

Maiwand

NZ$881

includes taxes & fees

23 Oct - 24 Oct

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

A wooden deck with two hot tubs and a house in the background.

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

18. The Peaks Motor Inn

23.2 km from Whakapapa Ski Area

Hayley

NZ$178

includes taxes & fees

29 Oct - 30 Oct

A wooden cabin with a green roof, surrounded by a well-maintained lawn and various trees.

A wooden dining area with a large table and benches, surrounded by windows with curtains.

A cozy living room with a dark sofa, a wooden coffee table, and a large window.

A wooden cabin with a covered porch, a gravel pathway, and a fenced yard with various plants.

19. The River Lodge

25.8 km from Whakapapa Ski Area

Alisa

A spacious living room with a fireplace, a white sofa, a cheetah statue, and a large chandelier.

A bedroom with a bed, a blue sofa, a wooden side table, and a view of the outside.

A dining area with a wooden table and chairs, a buffet station, and a large window with curtains.

A house with a curved driveway, a patio with outdoor furniture, and a well-maintained garden.

20. Ruapehu Country Lodge

27.1 km from Whakapapa Ski Area

Anonymous traveller

NZ$391

includes taxes & fees

1 Nov - 2 Nov

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Compare popular hotels close to Whakapapa Ski Area

Property	Property class	Guest rating
Plateau Lodge	8.8 Excellent 365 reviews	View
Mountain Heights Lodge	9.2 Wonderful 246 reviews	View
Skotel Alpine Resort	8.4 Very good 873 reviews	View
Tongariro Suites at The Rocks	10.0 Exceptional 106 reviews	View
The Park Hotel Ruapehu	8.4 Very good 1,000 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

"Great base for the family to go skiing, warm and comfortable"

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)

Explore New Zealand’s phenomenal volcanic landscape and trek across one of the best known hiking trails in the country.

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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 NZ$52

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Our top choices for Whakapapa Ski Area hotels

1. Skotel Alpine Resort

2. Mountain Heights Lodge

3. The Park Hotel Ruapehu

4. Tongariro Crossing Lodge

5. Plateau Lodge

6. Pipers Lodge

7. The Crossing Lodge

8. Tongariro Lodge

9. Turangi Leisure Lodge

10. Powderhorn Chateau

11. Parklands Motorlodge

12. The Oreti Collection- By Vacations in Paradise

13. Judges Pool Motel

14. LKNZ Lodge & Cafe

15. The Hobbit Motorlodge

16. Pukawa Villas (Formerly Oreti Village Resort)

17. River Birches

18. The Peaks Motor Inn

19. The River Lodge

20. Ruapehu Country 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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