Mount Ruapehu Ski Area Travel Guide
Tourist Guide
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Where to stay in Mount Ruapehu Ski Area
Taupō Central
If you're spending some time in Taupō Central, Taupō Marina and Boat Ramp and Lake Taupō are top sights worth seeing.
Acacia Bay
Lake views and restaurants are notable features of Acacia Bay. You might consider stopping by Lake Taupō while you're exploring the neighbourhood.
Wharewaka
While visiting Wharewaka, you might make a stop by sights like Lake Taupō and The Landing Lake Taupō.
Two Mile Bay
While Two Mile Bay may not have many sights to explore, venturing just a little farther will lead you to top things to see and do like Taupō Hot Springs and Taupō Marina and Boat Ramp.
Rainbow Point
While visiting Rainbow Point, you might make a stop by sights like Lake Taupō and Three Mile Bay.
Waiotaka Valley
When in Waiotaka Valley, you can plan a visit to Tongariro National Trout Centre and River Vineyard, some noteworthy sights in the nearby area.
Skotel Alpine Resort
Great location. Room clean but very basic. Food ... well, there are good options a short drive away.
Reviewed on 25 Mar 2026
The Park Hotel Ruapehu
Great hotel
Reviewed on 4 Apr 2026
Mountain Heights Lodge
Great room
Reviewed on 3 Apr 2026
Rocky Mountain Chalets
We were arriving late so a quick call to arrange late check in was easy. We stayed 3 nights in total with a 4 day trip away in between nights which was made so easy by the owner to allow us the same chalet for each night. Easy walk to town and we did drive some nights. Very quiet and rooms very clean. ...
Reviewed on 25 Mar 2026
Motuoapa Bay Chalets
Parking was easy, unit was clean and cosy and as pictured, only downside was the main road traffic noise, otherwise a pleasant and convenient stop off midway between Auckland and Wellington.
Reviewed on 28 Mar 2026
Pukawa Villas (Formerly Oreti Village Resort)
Such an amazing property! It was superb and stunning views. 5 stars!
Reviewed on 5 Apr 2026
Popular places to visit
Mount Ruapehu
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.
Tongariro National Park
Explore New Zealand’s phenomenal volcanic landscape and trek across one of the best known hiking trails in the country.
Huka Falls
Whether viewing from a boat, bridge or the riverbank, this set of waterfalls is a spectacular sight as a huge body of water surges forward and downward.
Tongariro Alpine Crossing
Explore the great outdoors at Tongariro Alpine Crossing, a lovely green space in Tongariro National Park. Visit the lively bars or top-notch restaurants in this relaxing area.
Craters of the Moon
Experience a strange volcanic landscape where steam clouds swirl in the air and mud pools pop and boil beneath your feet.
Turoa Ski Area
Hit the slopes in Tongariro National Park with a visit to Turoa Ski Area. Discover the mountain views and top-notch restaurants in this relaxing area.
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- Mount Ruapehu
- Lake Taupō
- Tongariro National Park
- Huka Falls
- Taupō Hot Springs
- Whakapapa Ski Area
- Tongariro Alpine Crossing
- Craters of the Moon
- Turoa Ski Area
- Spa Thermal Park
- Tongariro National Park Whakapapa Visitor Centre
- Mount Tongariro
- Taupō Marina and Boat Ramp
- Tokaanu Thermal Pools
- A.C. Baths
- Taranaki Falls
- Taupō i-SITE Visitor Information Centre
- Taupō Museum and Art Gallery
- Ohakune Old Coach Road
- Waipahihi Botanical Gardens
- Maori Carvings
- Big Carrot
- Te Porere Redoubt
- Lake Rotopounamu
- Mount Ngauruhoe
- Golf Club Taupō
- Wairakei International Golf Course
- Ratana Church
- Turangi i-SITE Visitor Centre
- Mangatepopo Trail Head
