Skotel Alpine Resort

Mount Ruapehu Motel From $90/night

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Check In: 15:00 | Check Out: 10:00

Open Hours: 07:00 to 19:00

100% New Zealand owned and operated.
New Zealand's highest hotel and located within Tongariro National Park.
Rooms for Backpackers to Families.
Restaurant & Bar available.
Snow & Crossing Shuttles leave from the front door and can be booked direct with us.

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.

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 Sky Waka as well as the Mount Ruapehu ski field (Jun-Oct.) are a 6km drive up the mountain.
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.

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.

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.

Facilities

Barbecue
Breakfast Available
Clothes Dryer
Communal Kitchen
Cooking Facilities
Families Welcome
Free parking
Free WiFi
Games Room
Guest Laundry
Guest Lounge
Hairdryer in Room
In-Room Ironing
Laundry Facilities
Licensed Restaurant
Linen Provided
Lounge Area with Fireplace
MasterCard
Meals Available
Non-smoking Rooms
On-Site Parking
Restaurant
Shower Facilities
Ski Storage Area
Spa
TV Lounge
Wireless Internet

Map & Directions

1 Ngauruhoe Pl , Whakapapa Village, Mt Ruapehu, Ruapehu, New Zealand, 3951

Directions

Skotel Alpine Resort is located in the Ruapehu Region on the Thermal Explorer & Volcanic Loop Touring Routes which traverse dramatic landscapes in the heart of the North Island of New Zealand, approximately half way between Auckland and Wellington. Tongariro National Park is about 4.5 hours drive from either city.

Flights to Ruapehu
There are now direct flights from Australia to Rotorua that bring you directly to the Volcanic Plateau and from there it is only a little over two hours to the Skotel. Cars can be hired at the airports.

Trains to Ruapehu
The Ruapehu region is serviced by the Northern Explorer Train service between Auckland and Wellington. The trains stops at about 1pm at the National Park Township which is about 12km from the Skotel. We can arrange a shuttle from the train to the hotel. There is a charge for this service.

Buses to Ruapehu
Intercity travels directly from Auckland via Taumarunui and stops at National Park Village at about 1pm from where a pick-up is required. There is also a service from Wellington to National Park. Details at Intercity.co.nz.

Backpacker Bunk

1-Bedroom | 3 guests

Back to basics rooms ideal for singles travelling together. These rooms (7.5m2) feature a Single sized bed, plus a bunk bed (two singles) linen and towels are included. Room features heating, a small window, small clothes rack, Wi-Fi. Shared bathrooms are available for guests in these rooms. There is also a communal kitchen, laundry and TV/Games lounge for guests using these rooms.

Backpacker Bunk - 2 Nights

1-Bedroom | 3 guests

Backpacker Bunk - 45 Day Advance Purchase

Other | 3 guests

This rate is Non Refundable. Back to basics rooms ideal for singles travelling together. These rooms (7.5m2) feature a Single sized bed, plus a bunk bed (two singles) linen and towels are included. Room features heating, a small window, small clothes rack, Wi-Fi. Shared bathrooms are available for guests in these rooms. There is also a communal kitchen, laundry and TV/Games lounge for guests using these rooms.

Backpacker Double - Shared Bathroom

Queen | 2 guests

Youll find all the essentials in our budget double rooms. These rooms (16m2) feature a Double sized bed only, with a shared bathroom and includes linen and towels. Room features heating, small window, a wardrobe, Wi-Fi, mini fridge, kettle with tea & coffee making facilities. There is also a communal kitchen, laundry and TV/Games lounge for guests using these rooms.

Backpacker Double - Shared Bathroom - 2 Nights

Queen | 2 guests

Backpacker Double - Shared Bathroom - 45 Day Advance Purchase

Queen | 2 guests

This rate is Non Refundable. You will find all the essentials in our budget double rooms. These rooms (16m2) feature a Double sized bed only, with a shared bathroom and includes linen and towels. Room features heating, small window, a wardrobe, Wi-Fi, mini fridge, kettle with tea & coffee making facilities. There is also a communal kitchen, laundry and TV/Games lounge for guests using these rooms.

Backpacker Family Room

1-Bedroom | 5 guests

Back to basics room ideal for a family. This room features 2 queen beds & a single bed. Linen and towels are included. Shared facilities are available for guests including a communal kitchen, laundry and TV lounge.

Backpacker Family Room - 2 Nights

1-Bedroom | 5 guests

Backpacker Family Room - 45 Day Advance Purchase

1-Bedroom | 5 guests

This rate is Non Refundable. Back to basics room ideal for a family. This room features 2 queen beds & a single bed. Linen and towels are included. Shared facilities are available for guests including a communal kitchen, laundry and TV lounge.

Backpacker Queen with Ensuite

1-Bedroom | 2 guests

These rooms (9m2) feature a Queen or Double sized bed, a small ensuite bathroom with shower and includes linen and towels. Room features window, Free & unlimited Wi-Fi, mini fridge, kettle with tea & coffee making facilities. There is also a communal kitchen, laundry and TV/lounge/dining room & games room for guests using these rooms.

Backpacker Queen with Ensuite - 2 Nights

1-Bedroom | 2 guests

Backpacker Queen with Ensuite - 45 Day Advance Purchase

1-Bedroom | 2 guests

This rate is Non Refundable.These rooms (9m2) feature a Queen or Double sized bed, a small ensuite bathroom with shower and includes linen and towels. Room features window, Free & unlimited Wi-Fi, mini fridge, kettle with tea & coffee making facilities. There is also a communal kitchen, laundry and TV/lounge/dining room & games room for guests using these rooms.

Cabin

1-Bedroom | 6 guests

Our back to basics self catering cabins are located down the hill from the main reception and look over the Tongiriro National Park with views of Mount Ngauruhoe. These rooms (30m2) feature a Queen sized bed in the main area and two single bed bunks. Ideal for a family. In the main area there is a dining setting that walks out to a large deck (9m2). Bathroom is a shower only, with separate toilet. Wi-Fi is available, Full kitchenette with crockery and cutlery, full sized refrigerator, Wardrobe, Heating, Digital TV, kettle with tea & coffee making facilities plus a bathroom amentiies including a iron & ironing board plus a hairdryer. A car park is available at the cabin (low ceiling). Room suitable also for baby cot (fee applies)

Cabin - 2 Nights

1-Bedroom | 6 guests

Cabin - 45 Day Advance Purchase

This rate is Non Refundable. Our Standard Queen rooms (16m2) feature a Queen sized bed only, a small ensuite bathroom with shower and includes linen and towels. Wardrobe, Free & unlimited Wi-Fi, mini fridge, kettle with tea & coffee making facilities and bathroom amenities including a hairdryer. These rooms do not feature an outdoor deck. Suitable for baby cot (fee applies)

Superior Queen Room

1-Bedroom | 2 guests

Enjoy views out over the Tongariro National Park whenever you look out of your door and window. These rooms (25m2) feature a King sized bed. Ensuite bathroom with shower only, outdoor furnished balcony (3m2), Free & unlimited Wi-Fi, Heating, Wardrobe, Desk, Digital TV, mini fridge, kettle with tea & coffee making facilities plus a bathroom amenities including a hairdryer. Room suitable also for baby cot or trundle bed (fee applies)

Superior Queen Room - 2 Nights

1-Bedroom | 2 guests

Enjoy view spectacular views out over the Tongariro National Park whenever you look out of your floor to ceiling door and window. These rooms (25m2) feature a Queen sized bed. Ensuite bathroom with shower only, outdoor furnished balcony (3m2), Wi-Fi, Heating, Wardrobe, Desk with lamp, Digital TV, mini fridge, kettle with tea & coffee making facilities plus a bathroom amenities including a hairdryer. Room suitable also for baby cot (fee applies)

Superior Queen Room - 45 Day Advance Purchase

1-Bedroom | 2 guests

This rate is Non Refundable. Enjoy view spectacular views out over the Tongariro National Park whenever you look out of your floor to ceiling door and window. These rooms (25m2) feature a Queen sized bed. Ensuite bathroom with shower only, outdoor furnished balcony (3m2), Wi-Fi, Heating, Wardrobe, Desk with lamp, Digital TV, mini fridge, kettle with tea & coffee making facilities plus a bathroom amenities including a hairdryer. Room suitable also for baby cot (fee applies)

Tongariro Room

1-Bedroom | 3 guests

Enjoy spectacular views out over the Tongariro Dual World Heritage National Park whenever you look out of your floor to ceiling door and window. These rooms (25m2) feature a Queen sized bed. An additional single bed is also available at extra cost. Ensuite bathroom with shower, outdoor furnished balcony (3m2), Wi-Fi, Heating, Wardrobe, Desk, Digital TV, mini fridge, kettle with tea & coffee making facilities plus bathroom amenities including a hairdryer. Room suitable also for baby cot or trundle bed (fee applies)

Tongariro Room - 2 Nights

1-Bedroom | 3 guests

Tongariro Room - 45 Day Advance Purchase

1-Bedroom | 3 guests

This rate is Non Refundable. Enjoy spectacular views out over the Tongariro Dual World Heritage National Park whenever you look out of your floor to ceiling door and window. These rooms (25m2) feature a Queen sized bed. An additional single bed is also available at extra cost. Ensuite bathroom with shower, outdoor furnished balcony (3m2), Wi-Fi, Heating, Wardrobe, Desk, Digital TV, mini fridge, kettle with tea & coffee making facilities plus bathroom amenities including a hairdryer. Room suitable also for baby cot or trundle bed (fee applies)

Cancellation Policy

Standard Cancellation Policy:
Summer 1 November to 30 June
Cancellations within forty-eight (48) hours = 100% of the total accommodation will be charged.
Winter 1 July to 31 October
Cancellations within seventy-two (72) hours = 100% of the total accommodation will be charged.
No-shows - 100% cancellation fee applies. For guests who have checked-in and require early departure - no refund applies.

Skotel Alpine Resort

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Facilities

Map & Directions

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Backpacker Bunk

Backpacker Bunk - 2 Nights

Backpacker Bunk - 45 Day Advance Purchase

Backpacker Double - Shared Bathroom

Backpacker Double - Shared Bathroom - 2 Nights

Backpacker Double - Shared Bathroom - 45 Day Advance Purchase

Backpacker Family Room

Backpacker Family Room - 2 Nights

Backpacker Family Room - 45 Day Advance Purchase

Backpacker Queen with Ensuite

Backpacker Queen with Ensuite - 2 Nights

Backpacker Queen with Ensuite - 45 Day Advance Purchase

Cabin

Cabin - 2 Nights

Cabin - 45 Day Advance Purchase

Family Room

Family Room - 2 Nights

Family Room - 45 Day Advance Purchase

Ngauruhoe Room

Ngauruhoe Room - 2 Nights

Ngauruhoe Room - 45 Day Advance Purchase

Queen Room

Queen Room - 2 Nights

Queen Room - 45 Day Advance Purchase

Ruapehu Room

Ruapehu Room - 2 Nights

Ruapehu Room - 45 Day Advance Purchase

Standard Queen Room

Standard Queen Room - 2 Nights

Standard Queen Room - 45 Day Advance Purchase

Superior Queen Room

Superior Queen Room - 2 Nights

Superior Queen Room - 45 Day Advance Purchase

Tongariro Room

Tongariro Room - 2 Nights

Tongariro Room - 45 Day Advance Purchase

Cancellation Policy

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