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Set in tranquil surroundings with large landscaped grounds and a picturesque garden terrace with mountain views, Tongariro Crossing Lodge offers uniquely spacious rooms with historic character. A garden is featured. Everything was outstanding. Thanks again to the owner, especially for the unbeatable breakfast.

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9.1
Superb
380 reviews
Price from
US$171
per night

The spacious holiday home with a terrace and mountain views has 4 bedrooms, a living room, a flat-screen TV, an equipped kitchen with a dishwasher and an oven, and 2 bathrooms with a walk-in shower. Guests can take in the ambience of the surroundings from an outdoor dining area or keep themselves warm by the fireplace on colder days. The holiday home offers bed linen, towels and laundry service.

Skiing and cycling can be enjoyed nearby, while a ski pass sales point and ski storage space are also available on-site. Excellent and spacious-all new

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9.4
Superb
84 reviews

Featuring garden views, National Park Home is located in National Park, around 22 km from Whakapapa. The air-conditioned accommodation is 16 km from Mount Ruapehu, and guests can benefit from private parking available on site and free WiFi. The property is non-smoking and is set 16 km from Taranaki Falls. The location was very nice, The owner cooperated to get back the wristwatch that he left there. I want to compliment them on their support.

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9.2
Superb
48 reviews
Price from
US$219
per night

Situated in the heart of Tongariro National Park, Skotel Alpine Resort offers a restaurant, a hot tub and a terrace bar with a fireplace. Most accommodations boast stunning mountain or region views.

The highest hotel in New Zealand, Skotel Alpine is 10 minutes’ drive from the Whakapapa Ski Fields. Tongariro Alpine Crossing is 20 minutes’ drive away. The room views and dining area. The location to all the mountains.

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8
Very good
1,999 reviews
Price from
US$77
per night

Plateau Lodge is located 15 minutes’ drive from UNESCO World Heritage listed Tongariro National Park, where guests can enjoy skiing, hiking, cycling and paddling activities. A daily, shuttle service is available hourly from 6:00 until 9:00 to the Tongariro Crossing & National park. Free parking is available. Big clean rooms. Great staff. Got room quick. Kitchen has everything. Tv and netflix. Heat was great. Play room that saved ud - children age 6 and 2.

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8.5
Very good
1,731 reviews
Price from
US$115
per night

The Ruapehu Park Hotel is at the foot of a large ski field and volcano at Mt Ruapehu. It is surrounded by two other famous mountains Ngauruhoe and Tongariro.

The natural setting around the Lodge is ideal for mountain biking, rafting, hiking, rock climbing, fishing or relaxing in thermal springs. Great rooms with really friendly staff.

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8
Very good
1,574 reviews
Price from
US$101
per night

Located in National Park, 21 km from Mount Ruapehu, The Crossing Lodge & Backpackers provides accommodation with a shared lounge, free private parking and a terrace. Among the facilities at this property are a shared kitchen and a 24-hour front desk, along with free WiFi throughout the property. The property is non-smoking and is situated 22 km from Taranaki Falls.

You can play billiards at the hostel, and the area is popular for hiking and skiing. The sports lounge, the kitchen, the check in kiosk. Everything was amazing. The heater and the rooms were great.

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8
Very good
598 reviews
Price from
US$11
per night

Situated within 16 km of Taranaki Falls and 22 km of Whakapapa in National Park, Tongariro Estate provides accommodation with seating area. The property has mountain and garden views, and is 16 km from Mount Ruapehu. The apartment features rooms with air conditioning, free private parking and free WiFi.

Guests at the apartment can enjoy skiing and cycling nearby, or make the most of the garden. Easy to locate and owner was responsive, friendly and ensure that we settle in well as we arrived quite late.

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8.5
Very good
224 reviews
Price from
US$175
per night

Set in National Park, 15 km from Mount Ruapehu and 16 km from Taranaki Falls, Alpine Chalets offers accommodation with free WiFi and a garden with a terrace and mountain views.

Ski storage space is available on site and skiing can be enjoyed within close proximity of the lodge. It was super comfy and the manager has been super kind, I highly recommend!

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8.4
Very good
442 reviews
Price from
US$153
per night

Set in National Park, Mountain Heights Lodge offers six self-contained motel units and four ensuite B&B rooms, BnB rooms welcomes children over the age of 14 and above. Private parking is free.

The nearest airport is Taupo Airport, 78 km from Mountain Heights Lodge. My husband and our 6-month-old son stayed at the Family Unit at the Lodge on New Year's Eve and New Year's Day. The staff were very helpful. We told them we were going to arrive late after the check-in time and they had our room ready and available making it easier for us to settle in once we arrived. The room was clean, spacious, warm, and had a nice view out the back. Housekeeping was also provided daily. There were a lot of clean towels and the bed was so comfortable. The small kitchen had all the basic kitchenware that we needed to prepare our own meals for the 2 days. The location was very convenient for us it's close to the Tongariro crossing and just 20 mins away from the Whakapapa Ski Park which we visited. There is also a convenience shop 2 minutes down the road. We also made a day trip to Lake Taupo and back which was just an hour's drive away. Continental breakfast is also served every morning for $15. Highly recommend the lodge if you're planning a trip to Tongariro or the National Park.

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8.4
Very good
619 reviews
Price from
US$108
per night

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