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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 modern building with a balcony overlooking a hilly landscape.
A bedroom with a large bed, a TV, and a view of the landscape.
A terrace with wooden furniture and a view of a mountain at sunset.

1. Skotel Alpine Resort

Skotel Alpine Resort
Tongariro National Park
Australia
Stefanie
NZ$100
includes taxes & fees
12 Oct - 13 Oct
Skotel Alpine Resort
A covered pavilion with a stone base, surrounded by a snow-covered garden with rocks and various plants.
A restaurant with wooden beams, tables, and chairs. There are windows and an exit sign.
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.

2. The Park Hotel Ruapehu

The Park Hotel Ruapehu
National Park Village
Australia
Harley
NZ$143
includes taxes & fees
21 Oct - 22 Oct
The Park Hotel Ruapehu
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 deck with a table and two chairs, overlooking a natural landscape with hills and trees.
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
Handro
NZ$153
includes taxes & fees
11 Oct - 12 Oct
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 sign for Plateau Lodge with a stone border and a wooden signboard.
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.

4. Plateau Lodge

Plateau Lodge
National Park Village
Australia
David
NZ$125
includes taxes & fees
4 Oct - 5 Oct
Plateau Lodge
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.

5. Tongariro Crossing Lodge

Tongariro Crossing Lodge
National Park Village
Australia
KJ
NZ$242
includes taxes & fees
7 Oct - 8 Oct
Tongariro Crossing Lodge
A wooden staircase leading to a door with "Powderhorn Chateau" carved above it.
A cozy interior with a bar area, leather seating, and a fireplace.
A wooden cabin room with a bed, a desk, and a chair.
A stone-walled indoor pool with a tiled floor, wooden benches, and a stone wall with a window.

6. Powderhorn Chateau

Powderhorn Chateau
Ohakune
Australia
Rhys
NZ$338
includes taxes & fees
18 Oct - 19 Oct
Powderhorn Chateau
A multi-story building with a red roof, balconies, and a sign indicating it is an Alpine Chalet.
A building with a red roof and a porch area with red chairs.
A hallway with a wooden floor, a trash bin, a desk, a refrigerator, and a door leading outside.
A view from a window of a mountain landscape with a clear sky.

7. Alpine Chalets

Alpine Chalets
National Park Village
Australia
Brayden
NZ$261
includes taxes & fees
25 Oct - 26 Oct
Alpine Chalets
A spacious living area with a high ceiling, exposed wooden beams, a sofa set, armchairs, a coffee table, and a view of the outdoors.
A modern bedroom with a large bed, a wooden accent wall, a window with curtains, and a painting on the wall.
A reception area with a wooden counter, a white armchair, a table with brochures, and a poster advertising a bus crossing.
An outdoor deck with wooden benches and tables, surrounded by glass doors and windows, with a view of the sky and trees.

8. Manowhenua Lodge - Hostel

Manowhenua Lodge - Hostel
National Park Village
Canada
Cameron
NZ$142
includes taxes & fees
4 Oct - 5 Oct
Manowhenua Lodge - Hostel
A dining room with a wooden deck and picnic tables, a chimney, and a mountain backdrop.
A white SUV parked at an electric vehicle charging station.
A hotel room with a large bed, a smaller bed, a desk, a lamp, and a wall with vertical wooden slats.
A cozy living room with two sofas, a small coffee table, and a TV screen displaying birds flying.

9. The Crossing Lodge

The Crossing Lodge
Erua
Australia
Sahil
NZ$52
includes taxes & fees
22 Oct - 23 Oct
The Crossing Lodge
A modern building with a sloped roof and large windows.
A modern kitchen with a central island, stainless steel appliances, and a chandelier.
A row of wooden benches with black tops, a yellow caution sign, and a door leading outside.
A living room with a television, a fireplace, and skis leaning against the wall.

10. Rocky Mountain Chalets

Rocky Mountain Chalets
Ohakune
Australia
Melissa
NZ$249
includes taxes & fees
3 Nov - 4 Nov
Rocky Mountain Chalets
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Top Whakapapa Hotel Reviews

Skotel Alpine Resort

Skotel Alpine Resort

8/10 Good
"Property is kept very clean. Shared kitchen was very clean but showers had mildew/mold on the ceilings. Walls are very thin and you can hear plumbing from rooms next to you"
Katelyn 4-night trip
Posted 2 days ago
Skotel Alpine Resort
The Park Hotel Ruapehu

The Park Hotel Ruapehu

10/10 Excellent
"Very good experience from A to Z."
Elizabeth 2-night trip
Posted 5 days ago
The Park Hotel Ruapehu

Frequently asked questions

What should I expect on my historical trip to Whakapapa?
The historical places in Whakapapa are likely at the top of your travel itinerary. You'll likely want to savour the top-notch restaurants and lively bars during your visit. During your trip to this relaxing area, you can also spend time at the ski slopes.
What are the top historical sites and other places in Whakapapa?
A favourite place to visit is Tongariro National Park Whakapapa Visitor Centre. You'll also find Tongariro National Park and Whakapapa Ski Area in the area.
What is a historic hotel like in Whakapapa?
A historic hotel gives guests a chance to stay in a building officially recognised with a national historic designation. Historic hotels throughout the world have had many former lives and uses, such as stately homes, palaces or even lodges, old police stations or skyscrapers — any place of special interest. These types of hotels in Whakapapa often retain authentic characteristics like traditional architecture and period features in their public spaces or guestrooms.
What is the difference between a historic hotel and a heritage hotel?
You'll often hear the term "heritage hotel" 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 tends to be the most important aspect. For heritage hotels, it's often the cultural value and how it inspired the community.
Do historic hotels in Whakapapa have modern facilities?
Hotels have the safety features and modern conveniences you might expect, while every effort is made to preserve the historic aspects and traditions. WiFi, heating and air conditioning, updated bathroom facilities, and the normal amenities found at a contemporary hotel will also be available in a historic hotel. Rest assured that when you choose a historic hotel in Whakapapa, you won't be staying at a place that is rundown or uncomfortable.

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