Skotel Alpine Resort
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Property Description
Skotel Alpine Resort is 100% owned and operated and New Zealand’s highest hotel, located in the heart of the North Island within the Tongariro National Park.
The hotel offers guests a variety of room types, from Backpacker rooms to View rooms of the Tongariro National Park and the volcanic mountain peaks of Ngauruhoe, Tongariro and Ruapehu.
It is conveniently located in Whakapapa Village at the foot of Mount Ruapehu, within 500 meters of Tongariro National Park Whakapapa Visitor Centre.
Hiking trails start directly at the hotel and the Ska Waka as well as the Mount Ruapehu ski field (Jun-Oct.) are a 6km drive up the mountain.
The hotel is the ideal base for exploring the UNESCO world heritage park – and the many hiking and biking trails in the area. We also offer lunch packages so you won’t get hungry on your adventures.
From the hotel you can walk to Taranaki Falls, Tama Lakes and Silika Rapids and for those up for a day trail walk, the Tongariro Alpine Crossing. Shuttles for the crossing can be booked upon arrival and leave from our doorstep.
After an exciting day hiking, biking, skiing (Jun-Oct) or sight-seeing guests can enjoy a refreshing sauna, a relaxing spa, or unwind over a drink or a meal at the Skotel Restaurant and Bar.
At the Skotel our friendly, experienced staff have all the information to enable you to design your own adventure.
Find out more about Tongariro Northern Circuit, Tongariro Alpine Crossing and more hiking options – click here.
You can also book a wide range of New Zealand tours and attractions via our tour booking partner.
Skotel Alpine Resort offers Free WiFi to guests.
Skotel Alpine Resort is a 3 hour drive from Hamilton Airport, 4.5 hours from the Auckland and Wellington Airports.
Check in 15:00 - 20:00
If arriving outside of office hours or 20:00 please contact us to obtain key collection instructions.
Check out 10:00
Cancellations:
Cancellation and No shows within 2 day cancellation period = 100% of your first nights’ accommodation
The hotel offers guests a variety of room types, from Backpacker rooms to View rooms of the Tongariro National Park and the volcanic mountain peaks of Ngauruhoe, Tongariro and Ruapehu.
It is conveniently located in Whakapapa Village at the foot of Mount Ruapehu, within 500 meters of Tongariro National Park Whakapapa Visitor Centre.
Hiking trails start directly at the hotel and the Ska Waka as well as the Mount Ruapehu ski field (Jun-Oct.) are a 6km drive up the mountain.
The hotel is the ideal base for exploring the UNESCO world heritage park – and the many hiking and biking trails in the area. We also offer lunch packages so you won’t get hungry on your adventures.
From the hotel you can walk to Taranaki Falls, Tama Lakes and Silika Rapids and for those up for a day trail walk, the Tongariro Alpine Crossing. Shuttles for the crossing can be booked upon arrival and leave from our doorstep.
After an exciting day hiking, biking, skiing (Jun-Oct) or sight-seeing guests can enjoy a refreshing sauna, a relaxing spa, or unwind over a drink or a meal at the Skotel Restaurant and Bar.
At the Skotel our friendly, experienced staff have all the information to enable you to design your own adventure.
Find out more about Tongariro Northern Circuit, Tongariro Alpine Crossing and more hiking options – click here.
You can also book a wide range of New Zealand tours and attractions via our tour booking partner.
Skotel Alpine Resort offers Free WiFi to guests.
Skotel Alpine Resort is a 3 hour drive from Hamilton Airport, 4.5 hours from the Auckland and Wellington Airports.
Check in 15:00 - 20:00
If arriving outside of office hours or 20:00 please contact us to obtain key collection instructions.
Check out 10:00
Cancellations:
Cancellation and No shows within 2 day cancellation period = 100% of your first nights’ accommodation
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Latest Reviews
Nov 13, 2023
Location was perfect sitting right in front of the beautiful mountains. My favorite part though was the ownership. They were very friendly at the counter, recommending hiking trails, and having friendly conversation. Altogether it went made for a warm and homy stay. I’ve already recommended it to another traveler fixing to pass through Tongariro.
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Jan 18, 2023
If you want budget accomodation but more privacy than your usual hostel - stay at the skotel. It was amazing value for money. Double room in the backpacker area with access to the community kitchen, the restaurant, bar, fitness room, sauna, etc. Perfectly located if you like to hike and the skotel reception organised our shuttle to/from the Tongariro alpine crossing. Must come back and stay for a couple of more nights, it was absolutely great.
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Jan 11, 2023
It was a lovely location in the national park, close to some trailheads. The staff were very friendly and accommodating.
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Facilities
Free
- Linen Included
- Free Parking
- Towels Included
- Free WiFi
General
- BBQ
- Fitness Centre
- Hot Showers
- Cots Available
- Dryer
- Hot Tub
- Outdoor Terrace
- Parking
- Hair Dryers
- Iron / Ironing Board
- Sauna
- Flexible NRR
Services
- Internet access
- Laundry Facilities
- Luggage Storage
- Tours/Travel Desk
- Reception (limited hours)
Food & Drink
- Restaurant
- Bar
- Meals Available
- Tea & Coffee Making Facilities
Entertainment
- Pool Table
- Wi-Fi
