Skotel Alpine Resort

3.5 star property
Family-friendly 3.5-star hotel near Tongariro National Park

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Restaurant
Terrace/patio
Individually decorated, individually furnished, free WiFi, bed sheets
Reception
Property grounds

Reviews

8.4 out of 10
Very good

Popular amenities

  • Gym
  • Bar
  • Breakfast available
  • Laundry

Explore the area

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Whakapapa Village, SH 48, Nagauruhoe Place Mt Ruapehu, Tongariro National Park, 3951
  • Place, Tongariro National Park Whakapapa Visitor Centre
    ‪2 min walk‬
  • Place, Tongariro National Park
    ‪6 min drive‬
  • Place, Whakapapa Ski Area
    ‪7 min drive‬

Room options

Ruapehu Room

  • Sleeps 3

Backpacker Bunk Room with Shared Bathroom

  • Sleeps 3

Standard Queen Room

  • Sleeps 2

Cabin

  • Sleeps 6

Family Room

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(6 reviews)
  • 24 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Queen Bed and 1 Twin Bunk Bed

Ngauruhoe Room

8.6 out of 10
Excellent
(4 reviews)
  • 25 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Twin Bed

Ruapehu Room

8.4 out of 10
Very good
(8 reviews)
  • 16 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Twin Bed

Tongariro Room

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(3 reviews)
  • 25 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Twin Bed

Cabin

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)
  • 38 sq m
  • Sleeps 6
  • 1 Double Bed and 2 Twin Bunk Beds

Backpacker Queen En-suite

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(3 reviews)
  • 9 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

Queen Room

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(2 reviews)
  • 16 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

Backpacker Bunk - Shared Bathroom

8.6 out of 10
Excellent
(7 reviews)
  • 8 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Twin Bed and 1 Twin Bunk Bed

Superior Queen Room

8.6 out of 10
Excellent
(4 reviews)
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

Family Backpacker, Shared bathroom

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(1 review)
  • 8 sq m
  • Sleeps 5
  • 2 Queen Beds and 1 Twin Bunk Bed

Standard Queen Room

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(7 reviews)
  • 16 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

Backpacker Double, Shared Bathroom

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(8 reviews)
  • 8 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

Backpacker Family Room with Shared Bathroom

  • Sleeps 5

Backpacker Queen Room With Ensuite

  • Sleeps 2

Backpacker Double Room With Shared Bathroom

  • Sleeps 2

Queen Room

  • Sleeps 2

King Room

  • Sleeps 2

Family Suite

  • Sleeps 8

Superior Queen Room

  • Sleeps 2

Family Room

  • Sleeps 4

About the area

Whakapapa

In historical district.You'll be within half a mile (1 km) of Tongariro National Park Whakapapa Visitor Centre and 2 miles (3 km) of Lower Tama Lake with a stay here. Also, Taranaki Falls is within 2 miles (3 km) and Tongariro National Park is within 6 miles (10 km).

What's nearby

  • Tongariro National Park Whakapapa Visitor Centre - 2 min walk - 0.2 km
  • Lower Tama Lake - 18 min walk - 1.5 km
  • Tongariro National Park - 6 min drive - 7.9 km
  • Whakapapa Ski Area - 7 min drive - 6.5 km
  • Mangatepopo Trail Head - 23 min drive - 20.0 km

Getting around

  • Taupō Airport (TUO) - 76 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Lorenz's Bar And Cafe Ruapehu - ‬7 min drive
  • ‪Ma & Mel’s Coffee Cart - ‬6 min walk
  • Knoll Ridge Cafe
  • ‪Fergusson's Cafe - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪Happy Valley Bistro - ‬7 min drive

About this property

Skotel Alpine Resort

Family-friendly 3.5-star hotel near Tongariro National Park
Skotel Alpine Resort offers its guests a hot tub, a sauna, and a fitness center. There's a restaurant on site, as well as a snack bar/deli. You can enjoy a drink at the bar/lounge. WiFi is free in public spaces.

A library, a terrace, and barbecue grills are also featured at the family-friendly Skotel Alpine Resort. Self parking is free.

Smoking is allowed in designated areas at this 3.5-star Tongariro National Park hotel.

  • 48 guestrooms or units
  • 2 levels
  • 6 buildings
  • Built in 1986
  • Deli
  • Ski equipment storage
  • Ski equipment rentals
  • Breakfast available (surcharge)
  • Self-service laundry
  • Front desk (limited hours)
  • Storage area for luggage
  • Tour and ticket information
  • Game room or arcade
  • Library
  • Terrace
  • Garden
  • BBQ grill(s)
  • Outdoor picnic space
  • Gift shop
  • Smoking in designated areas
  • Microwave in a common area
  • Refrigerator in a common area
  • Bar or lounge
  • Dining venue
Skotel Alpine Resort offers 48 accommodations. Each accommodation is individually furnished and decorated. This Tongariro National Park hotel provides complimentary wireless Internet access.

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Property amenities

Family friendly

  • Arcade/game room
  • Baby toys
  • Children's toys
  • Laundry facilities
  • Snack bar/deli

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Free uncovered self parking on site
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking and van parking available

Food and drink

  • Daily buffet breakfast available 7:00 AM to 9:00 AM for a fee: NZD 27 to 30 for adults and NZD 15 to 15 for children
  • A bar/lounge
  • A restaurant
  • Snack bar/deli

Things to do

  • Arcade/game room
  • Gym
  • Hot tub
  • Library
  • Piano
  • Sauna
  • Ski equipment rentals
  • Ski storage
  • Snow sports gear

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • 1 accessible parking space
  • No elevator
  • Stair-free path to entrance
  • Thin carpet in public areas
  • Well-lit path to entrance
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible lounge
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible public washroom
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk (48 inches high)
  • Wheelchair-accessible restaurant
  • Wheelchair-accessible van parking

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • Towels provided

More

  • Heating
  • Individual decor
  • Individual furnishings

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3 PM; Check-in end time: 7:00 PM
Contactless check-in available
Late check-in subject to availability
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 10 AM
Contactless check-out available

Special check-in instructions

The front desk is open daily from 7:00 AM - 7:00 PM
Front desk staffed during limited hours
If you are planning to arrive after 5:00 PM please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation

Renovations and closures

The following facilities are closed on Friday, Saturday, and Sunday:
  • Full-service spa
  • Sauna
  • Hot tub

Access methods

Front desk (limited hours)

Pets

  • No pets allowed, but service animals are welcome

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Rollaway/extra beds are available for NZD 35 per night.
  • Cribs (infant beds) are available for NZD 15 per night.

Property payment types

Important information

Optional extras

The fees and deposits listed below will be charged at the time of service, check-in, or check-out.

  • Fee for buffet breakfast: approximately NZD 27 to 30 for adults, and NZD 15 to 15 for children
  • Crib (infant bed) fee: NZD 15 per night
  • Rollaway bed fee: NZD 35 per night

This may not be a comprehensive list. Fees and deposits are subject to change and might not include tax.

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
This property accepts major credit cards, debit cards, and cash
Cashless transactions are available
Noise-free guestrooms cannot be guaranteed
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, and a first aid kit
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children; if you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A credit card for incidental charges and government-issued photo identification may be required upon check-in.
Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in. Special requests can't be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.
    This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business, or profession. This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children. If you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room. This property accepts major credit cards, Visa, Mastercard, debit cards, and cash. Noise-free guestrooms cannot be guaranteed. For guests' safety, the property includes a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, and a first aid kit in each accommodation. Cashless payment methods are available for all transactions.

We should mention

  • Registered guests are the only ones allowed to be in guestrooms.

National rating

Rating provided by Qualmark®, source of official star ratings for accommodation in New Zealand.

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