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Check availability on Whakapapa Cheap Hotels

Tonight
25 Aug - 26 Aug
Tomorrow
26 Aug - 27 Aug
This weekend
28 Aug - 30 Aug
Next weekend
4 Sept - 6 Sept

Our top choices for Whakapapa cheap hotels

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 bedroom with a large bed, a TV, and a view of the landscape.
A hot tub in a wooden cabin with large windows offering a view of the surrounding landscape.

1. Skotel Alpine Resort

Skotel Alpine Resort
Tongariro National Park
Australia
Michelle
NZ$92
includes taxes & fees
7 Sept - 8 Sept
Skotel Alpine Resort
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 cozy bar setting with a wood-burning stove, wooden furniture, and a sign reading "SPIRAL BAR".
A rooftop pool area with two hot tubs, surrounded by a wooden fence and various tropical plants.

2. The Park Hotel Ruapehu

The Park Hotel Ruapehu
National Park Village
Australia
Rhys
NZ$144
includes taxes & fees
7 Sept - 8 Sept
The Park Hotel Ruapehu
A wooden lodge with a balcony, a covered patio, and a sign reading "Mountain Heights Lodge".
A wooden deck with a table and two chairs, overlooking a natural landscape with hills and trees.
A spacious room with a large bed, a sofa, a TV on a wooden stand, and a view of the outdoors through large windows.
A wooden cabin with a hot tub, wooden walls, and a view of a grassy field through windows.

3. Mountain Heights Lodge

Mountain Heights Lodge
National Park Village
Australia
Lachlan
NZ$156
includes taxes & fees
3 Sept - 4 Sept
Mountain Heights Lodge
A modern outdoor seating area with a wooden deck, a white planter with a fern, and a glass door leading to a room.
A room with a glass door leading to a balcony with a sofa and cushions.
A restaurant with large windows overlooking a snowy mountain landscape.
A sign for Plateau Lodge with a stone border and a wooden signboard.

4. Plateau Lodge

Plateau Lodge
National Park Village
Australia
David
NZ$152
includes taxes & fees
27 Aug - 28 Aug
Plateau Lodge
A dining room with a wooden deck and picnic tables, a chimney, and a mountain backdrop.
A cozy living room with a wooden ceiling, a sofa, a TV, a fireplace, and a dining area with a table and chairs.
A two-story building with a gravel driveway, a parked car, and a mountain backdrop.
A white SUV parked at an electric vehicle charging station.

5. The Crossing Lodge

The Crossing Lodge
Erua
Australia
Sahil
NZ$68
includes taxes & fees
25 Aug - 26 Aug
The Crossing Lodge
A modern wooden building with large sliding glass doors, a covered patio area, and a wooden deck.
A two-story house with a porch, surrounded by lush greenery and flowering 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.

6. Tongariro Crossing Lodge

Tongariro Crossing Lodge
National Park Village
Australia
John
NZ$213
includes taxes & fees
14 Sept - 15 Sept
Tongariro Crossing Lodge
A covered outdoor area with a wooden deck, metal roof, and a gravel path leading to a building with glass doors.
A hotel room with a bed, a chair, a window with curtains, a wall-mounted light, and a fire safety sign.
A modern building with large windows and wooden slats on the exterior.
A modern kitchen with a microwave, a coffee maker, and a small refrigerator. There is a dining area with a table and chairs.

7. Tongariro Boutique B&B

Tongariro Boutique B&B
Erua
Australia
Kelly
NZ$141
includes taxes & fees
25 Aug - 26 Aug
Tongariro Boutique B&B
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 hot tub with a blue light.
A lodge with a staircase leading to a balcony, surrounded by snow-covered trees and parked cars.
A cozy, wood-paneled lounge area with a sectional sofa, small tables, and a vending machine.

8. Pipers Lodge

Pipers Lodge
National Park Village
Australia
Jennifer
NZ$130
includes taxes & fees
25 Aug - 26 Aug
Pipers Lodge
A multi-story building with a red roof, balconies, and a sign indicating it is an Alpine Chalet.
A hotel room with a bed, a chair, and a balcony with a mountain view.
A view from a window of a mountain landscape with a clear sky.
A building with a red roof and a porch area with red chairs.

9. Alpine Chalets

Alpine Chalets
National Park Village
Australia
Brayden
NZ$264
includes taxes & fees
25 Aug - 26 Aug
Alpine Chalets
A wooden building with a sign reading "Matterhorn Restaurant & Bar".
A patio with a table and chairs, a black umbrella, and a wooden fence.
A well-lit street with a building featuring a porch and multiple windows.
A wooden staircase leading to a door with "Powderhorn Chateau" carved above it.

10. Powderhorn Chateau

Powderhorn Chateau
Ohakune
Australia
Ian
NZ$328
includes taxes & fees
25 Aug - 26 Aug
Powderhorn Chateau
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Top Whakapapa Hotel Reviews

The Park Hotel Ruapehu

The Park Hotel Ruapehu

10/10 Excellent
"Reasonable price."
Danny 4-night trip
Posted 3 days ago
The Park Hotel Ruapehu
Skotel Alpine Resort

Skotel Alpine Resort

8/10 Good
"Friendly staff"
Yamila 2-night trip
Posted 7 days ago
Skotel Alpine Resort

Frequently asked questions

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When is the best time for a budget trip to Whakapapa?
Weather is probably a major factor when you plan your trip to Whakapapa, but bear in mind that cheaper options are usually available when the weather isn't as good. The hottest months are usually January and February, with an average temperature of 7°C, while the coldest months are July and August, with an average of -1°C. The rainiest months in Whakapapa are September, October, July and May, with each month seeing an average of 198 mm of rainfall.
What is there to see and do in Whakapapa?
Whakapapa attracts visitors with its fantastic dining options and bar scene, and offers plenty to see and do without spending a fortune. You can budget for the local attractions that interest you most, and then fill your itinerary with sights that cost little or nothing at all. If you're eager to get outdoors, you can enjoy the natural setting at Tongariro National Park, Mount Ruapehu or Mount Tongariro.
How can I get to Whakapapa and get around on a budget?
Scoping out the transportation options in Whakapapa is a smart way to keep your trip affordable. The nearest airport is Taupō Airport (TUO), situated 42.7 mi (68.7 km) away. Whakapapa might not have very many public transport options so a rental car could be an economical alternative to explore more of the area.

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