Mount Ruapehu Ski Area Travel Guide

Tourist Guide
Craters of the Moon showing landscape views, mountains and tranquil scenes
Turangi featuring a river or creek
Mount Ruapehu Ski Area
Turangi which includes a house and landscape views
Turangi showing mountains as well as an individual male

Where to stay in Mount Ruapehu Ski Area

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Acacia Bay

Lake views and restaurants are notable features of Acacia Bay. You might consider stopping by Lake Taupo while you're exploring the neighbourhood.

Acacia Bay
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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 Taupo Hot Springs and Spa Thermal Park.

Two Mile Bay
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Wharewaka

While visiting Wharewaka, you might make a stop by sights like Lake Taupo and The Landing Lake Taupo.

Wharewaka
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Rainbow Point

While visiting Rainbow Point, you might make a stop by sights like Lake Taupo and Three Mile Bay.

Rainbow Point
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Whareroa Village

You might make a stop by Lake Taupo while you're exploring Whareroa Village.

Whareroa Village
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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.

Waiotaka Valley
Skotel Alpine Resort
Skotel Alpine Resort
3.5 out of 5
Whakapapa Village, SH 48, Nagauruhoe Place Mt Ruapehu, Tongariro National Park
The price is £44 per night from 26 Jan to 27 Jan
£44
includes taxes & fees
26 Jan - 27 Jan
Stay at this 3.5-star ski hotel in Tongariro National Park. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff in ...
8.2/10 Very Good! (705 reviews)
"Whoops this place is in a need of refurbishing as it’s tired and noisy.. paper thin walls and doors and windows just hanging on in there. Yes a motel but tramped through and worn out. But the communal kitchen and bar area are great"

Reviewed on 9 Jan 2025

Skotel Alpine Resort
The Park Hotel Ruapehu
The Park Hotel Ruapehu
3 out of 5
6 Millar Street, Tongariro National Park, National Park Village
The price is £73 per night from 20 Jan to 21 Jan
£73
includes taxes & fees
20 Jan - 21 Jan
Stay at this 3-star hotel in National Park Village. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and 2 hot tubs. Our guests praise the restaurant and the helpful staff in ...
8/10 Very Good! (997 reviews)
"For a small little spot it’s convenient if you’re hiking Tongariro"

Reviewed on 13 Jan 2025

The Park Hotel Ruapehu
Turangi Leisure Lodge
Turangi Leisure Lodge
2.5 out of 5
Ngawaka Place, Turangi
The price is £74 per night from 22 Jan to 23 Jan
£74
includes taxes & fees
22 Jan - 23 Jan
Stay at this spa hotel in Turangi. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and an outdoor pool. Our guests praise the helpful staff in their reviews. Popular attractions ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (351 reviews)
"Chalet-style accommodation was perfect for my family. Large bedroom, dining/lounge and bathroom. Highly recommend."

Reviewed on 13 Jan 2025

Turangi Leisure Lodge
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Rocky Mountain Chalets
Rocky Mountain Chalets
3.5 out of 5
20 Rangataua Road (State Highway 49), Ohakune, NZ3
Stay at this 3.5-star golf chalet in Ohakune. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and 3 hot tubs. Popular attractions Big Carrot and Ohakune Disc Golf are located ...
9.8/10 Exceptional! (51 reviews)
"Absolutely lovely and restful stay"

Reviewed on 29 Sep 2024

Rocky Mountain Chalets
Motuoapa Bay Chalets
Motuoapa Bay Chalets
3.5 out of 5
16 Tangitu St, Motuoapa, Waikato
Stay at this 3.5-star cottage in Motuoapa. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and a garden. Popular attractions River Vineyard and Kuratau Jetty are located ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (72 reviews)
"Very neat and clean. The room had everything we needed from tea/coffee to towels and even make-up remover. The bed was a little uncomfortable but that is due to my preferences of a firm mattress and pillow. All in all is was a great experience."

Reviewed on 2 Jan 2025

Motuoapa Bay Chalets
Alpine Chalets
Alpine Chalets
3 out of 5
3 Findlay St, National Park Village, Manawatu-Wanganui
Stay at this 3-star apartment in National Park Village. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and a garden. Popular attraction Marton Sash and Door Cycling Park is ...
8/10 Very Good! (90 reviews)
"Basic accommodation for a hiking active vacation. Older slightly tired property with a great view of the volcanoes. Great communication with owner /manager"

Reviewed on 8 Jan 2025

Alpine Chalets
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Popular places to visit

Tongariro National Park featuring a sunset, landscape views and mountains

Tongariro National Park

Explore New Zealand’s phenomenal volcanic landscape and trek across one of the best known hiking trails in the country.

Tongariro National Park
Tongariro Alpine Crossing

Tongariro Alpine Crossing

5/5(3 reviews)

Explore the great outdoors at Tongariro Alpine Crossing, a lovely green space in Tongariro National Park. Visit the top-notch restaurants or lively bars in this relaxing area.

Tongariro Alpine Crossing
Huka Falls featuring a bridge and rapids as well as a large group of people

Huka Falls

4.5/5(30 reviews)

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.

Huka Falls
Spa Thermal Park

Spa Thermal Park

Commune with nature and explore the great outdoors at Spa Thermal Park during your travels in Taupo.

Spa Thermal Park
Craters of the Moon which includes mist or fog and tranquil scenes

Craters of the Moon

4.5/5(13 reviews)

Experience a strange volcanic landscape where steam clouds swirl in the air and mud pools pop and boil beneath your feet.

Craters of the Moon
Mount Tongariro

Mount Tongariro

4.5/5(5 reviews)

Commune with nature and explore the great outdoors at Mount Tongariro during your travels in Tongariro National Park. Visit the top-notch restaurants or lively bars in this relaxing area.

Mount Tongariro

Cities near Mount Ruapehu Ski Area

Huka Falls featuring a bridge and rapids as well as a large group of people

Taupo

Photo by Francesca Altaïr

Ohakune