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Our top choices for Waterfall Express Chair hotels

A wooden cabin with bunk beds, a sink, and a door.

1. Skotel Alpine Resort

Skotel Alpine Resort
3.5 star property
5.2 km from Waterfall Express Chair
8.4 out of 10, Very good, (879 reviews)
"Loved the location, view out our window of a volcano and very close to multiple hiking trails"
Canada
David
The price is NZ$102
includes taxes & fees
17 Nov - 18 Nov
Skotel Alpine Resort
A covered pavilion with a stone base, surrounded by a snow-covered garden with rocks and various plants.

2. The Park Hotel Ruapehu

The Park Hotel Ruapehu
3.0 star property
15.9 km from Waterfall Express Chair
8.4 out of 10, Very good, (1,001 reviews)
"Great place to.stay"
Australia
Max
The price is NZ$172
includes taxes & fees
14 Nov - 15 Nov
The Park Hotel Ruapehu
A wooden lodge with a balcony, a covered patio, and a sign reading "Mountain Heights Lodge".

3. Mountain Heights Lodge

Mountain Heights Lodge
3.0 star property
14.8 km from Waterfall Express Chair
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (253 reviews)
"Felt like a home away from home + was very close to the national park where we wanted to hike."
Canada
JEAN RAYMOND
The price is NZ$194
includes taxes & fees
6 Dec - 7 Dec
Mountain Heights Lodge
A reception area with a wooden counter, a white armchair, a table with brochures, and a poster advertising a bus crossing.

4. Manowhenua Lodge - Hostel

Manowhenua Lodge - Hostel
2.0 star property
16.4 km from Waterfall Express Chair
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (92 reviews)
"Staff were fantastic and the accommodation was clean! "
Canada
Cameron
The price is NZ$145
includes taxes & fees
14 Nov - 15 Nov
Manowhenua Lodge - Hostel
A sign for Plateau Lodge with a stone border and a wooden signboard.

5. Plateau Lodge

Plateau Lodge
4.0 star property
16.1 km from Waterfall Express Chair
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (368 reviews)
"Clean, spacious and family friendly"
Australia
David
The price is NZ$166
includes taxes & fees
13 Dec - 14 Dec
Plateau Lodge
A room with a leather sofa, a couch, and a reception desk with information kiosks.

6. The Crossing Lodge

The Crossing Lodge
2.0 star property
14.2 km from Waterfall Express Chair
8.0 out of 10, Very good, (62 reviews)
"Good service Good place"
Australia
Sahil
The price is NZ$50
includes taxes & fees
16 Nov - 17 Nov
The Crossing Lodge
A glass of red wine and a bottle of Merlot 2022 on a table with a view of a heated pool.

7. Pipers Lodge

Pipers Lodge
3.0 star property
16.1 km from Waterfall Express Chair
8.4 out of 10, Very good, (145 reviews)
"It was close to where we wanted to go during our stay."
Australia
Christian
The price is NZ$135
includes taxes & fees
16 Nov - 17 Nov
Pipers Lodge
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Compare popular hotels close to Waterfall Express Chair

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Property class
Guest rating
Breakfast included
Pool
Spa
Pet-friendly
WiFi included
A hot tub in a wooden cabin with large windows offering a view of the surrounding landscape.
Skotel Alpine Resort
3.5 star property
8.4
Very good
879 reviews
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A covered pavilion with a stone base, surrounded by a snow-covered garden with rocks and various plants.
The Park Hotel Ruapehu
3.0 star property
8.4
Very good
1,001 reviews
View
A wooden lodge with a balcony, a covered patio, and a sign reading "Mountain Heights Lodge".
Mountain Heights Lodge
3.0 star property
9.2
Wonderful
253 reviews
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A spacious living area with a high ceiling, exposed wooden beams, a sofa set, armchairs, a coffee table, and a view of the outdoors.
Manowhenua Lodge - Hostel
2.0 star property
9.4
Exceptional
92 reviews
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A room with a glass door leading to a balcony with a sofa and cushions.
Plateau Lodge
4.0 star property
8.8
Excellent
368 reviews
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Other attractions near Waterfall Express Chair

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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Top Waterfall Express Chair Hotel Reviews

A hot tub in a wooden cabin with large windows offering a view of the surrounding landscape.
Skotel Alpine Resort

Skotel Alpine Resort

Skotel Alpine Resort
Tongariro National Park

10/10 Excellent

Overall good, very convenient for skiing.
Australia
Sarang
Reviewed July 28, 2023
Skotel Alpine Resort

Frequently Asked Questions

What's the area like around Waterfall Express Chair?

Waterfall Express Chair is located in an area that travellers like for its skiing. If you're looking for a convenient place to stay, you could search for properties close to public transport so it's easy to get around.

Where is the best place to stay near Waterfall Express Chair?

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 3.2 mi (5.2 km) from Waterfall Express Chair. Other good choices in the area include The Park Hotel Ruapehu and Mountain Heights Lodge.

If I need to cancel the hotel reservation for my stay near Waterfall Express Chair, will I receive a refund?

Yes! Most hotel room reservations are refundable provided that you cancel before the hotel’s cancellation deadline, which is usually within 24-48 hours of the scheduled arrival. If you booked a non-refundable reservation, you may still be able to cancel and be given a refund within a 24-hour period of booking. Add dates, click "Search", then use the filter option "fully refundable" to review the top deals on offer near Waterfall Express Chair.

What can I see and do near Waterfall Express Chair?

Head up the mountain to Whakapapa Ski Area or Turoa Ski Area to see the views or enjoy some snowy fun. Tongariro National Park, Mount Ruapehu and Taranaki Falls are beautiful places to appreciate nature. Tongariro National Park Whakapapa Visitor Centre, Hut Flat Rope Tow and Rockgarden Chair are worth a stop while you're in the area.

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