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Skotel Alpine Resort

3.5 star property
Family-friendly hotel in Tongariro National Park with restaurant and bar/lounge

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Restaurant
Terrace/patio
1 bedroom, individually decorated, individually furnished, free WiFi
Ngauruhoe Room | 1 bedroom, individually decorated, individually furnished, free WiFi
Property grounds
Nestled in the heart of the historical district, Skotel Alpine Resort offers a family-friendly haven. Unwind on the garden terrace or challenge your loved ones at the arcade/game room. With ski equipment rentals and storage, as well as access to a sauna and spa tub, this resort has something for everyone.

Reviews

8.4 out of 10
Very good

Popular amenities

  • Gym
  • Bar
  • Ski facilities
  • Laundry facilities
  • Free WiFi

Main amenities (12)

  • Restaurants and bar/lounge
  • Breakfast available
  • Ski rentals
  • Ski storage
  • Fitness centre
  • Sauna
  • Hot tub
  • Terrace
  • Garden
  • Arcade/games room
  • Library
  • Snack bar/deli

For families (6)

  • Garden
  • Terrace
  • Laundry facilities
  • Arcade/games room
  • BBQ(s)
  • Free self-parking

Room options

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1 bedroom, individually decorated, individually furnished, free WiFi

Superior Queen Room

Highlights

Furnished balcony or patio
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Heating
Mini-fridge
Separate bedroom
Rainfall showerhead
Private bathroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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Ngauruhoe Room | 1 bedroom, individually decorated, individually furnished, free WiFi

Ngauruhoe Room

Highlights

Furnished balcony or patio
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Heating
Mini-fridge
Separate bedroom
Rainfall showerhead
Private bathroom
  • 25 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Single Bed

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Family Room | 1 bedroom, individually decorated, individually furnished, free WiFi

Family Room

Highlights

Furnished balcony or patio
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Heating
Fridge
Separate bedroom
Shower/bath combination
Rainfall showerhead
  • 24 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Queen Bed and 1 Single Bunk Bed

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Backpacker Queen En-suite | 1 bedroom, individually decorated, individually furnished, free WiFi

Backpacker Queen En-suite

Highlights

Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Heating
Mini-fridge
Separate bedroom
Rainfall showerhead
Private bathroom
Electric kettle
  • 9 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

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Backpacker Bunk - Shared Bathroom | 1 bedroom, individually decorated, individually furnished, free WiFi

Backpacker Bunk - Shared Bathroom

Highlights

Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Heating
Separate bedroom
Rainfall showerhead
Shared/communal kitchen
  • 7.5 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Single Bed and 1 Single Bunk Bed

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Cabin | 1 bedroom, individually decorated, individually furnished, free WiFi

Cabin

Highlights

Furnished balcony
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Heating
Kitchen
Full-sized fridge/freezer
Separate bedroom
Rainfall showerhead
  • 38 sq m
  • Sleeps 6
  • 1 Double Bed and 2 Single Bunk Beds

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Queen Room | 1 bedroom, individually decorated, individually furnished, free WiFi

Queen Room

Highlights

Furnished balcony or patio
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Heating
Mini-fridge
Separate bedroom
Rainfall showerhead
Private bathroom
  • 16 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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1 bedroom, individually decorated, individually furnished, free WiFi

Ruapehu Room

Highlights

Furnished balcony or patio
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Heating
Mini-fridge
Separate bedroom
Rainfall showerhead
Private bathroom
  • 16 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Single Bed

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Backpacker Double, Shared Bathroom | 1 bedroom, individually decorated, individually furnished, free WiFi

Backpacker Double, Shared Bathroom

Highlights

Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Heating
Separate bedroom
Rainfall showerhead
Shared/communal kitchen
  • 7.5 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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Standard Queen Room | 1 bedroom, individually decorated, individually furnished, free WiFi

Standard Queen Room

Highlights

Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Heating
Mini-fridge
Separate bedroom
Rainfall showerhead
Private bathroom
Hairdryer
  • 16 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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Tongariro Room | 1 bedroom, individually decorated, individually furnished, free WiFi

Tongariro Room

Highlights

Furnished balcony or patio
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Heating
Mini-fridge
Separate bedroom
Rainfall showerhead
Private bathroom
  • 25 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Single Bed

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Family Backpacker, Shared bathroom | 1 bedroom, individually decorated, individually furnished, free WiFi

Family Backpacker, Shared bathroom

Highlights

Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Heating
Separate bedroom
Rainfall showerhead
Shared/communal kitchen
  • 7.5 sq m
  • Sleeps 5
  • 2 Queen Beds and 1 Single Bunk Bed

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About the area

Map
Whakapapa Village, SH 48, Nagauruhoe Place Mt Ruapehu, Tongariro National Park, 3951

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 - ‬9 min drive
  • ‪Tussock Bar and Restaurant - ‬4 min walk

About this property

Skotel Alpine Resort

Skotel Alpine Resort puts you a short five-minute drive from Tongariro National Park. After visiting the fitness centre for a workout, you can grab a bite to eat at the restaurant or unwind with a drink at the bar/lounge. Other highlights include a hot tub, a sauna and a snack bar/deli. The helpful staff and location get great marks from fellow travellers.

Languages

English

More about this property

VISIBILITY

At a glance

Hotel size

    • 48 rooms
    • Arranged over 2 floors

Arriving/Leaving

    • Check-in start time: 3 PM; check-in end time: 7:00 PM
    • Contactless check-in and check-out are available
    • Late check-in subject to availability
    • Minimum check-in age – 18
    • Check-out time is 10 AM
    • Contactless check-out

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

Required at check-in

    • Credit card required for incidental charges
    • Government-issued photo ID may be required
    • Minimum check-in age is 18

Pets

    • Pets not allowed
    • Service animals welcome

Internet

    • Free WiFi in public areas
    • Free WiFi in rooms

Parking

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

Other information

    • Designated smoking areas
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Property amenities

Food and drink

  • Buffet breakfast (surcharge) each morning 7:00 AM–9:00 AM
  • Restaurant
  • Bar/lounge
  • Barbecue grills
  • Shared microwave
  • Shared fridge
  • Snack bar/deli

Travelling with children

  • Toys

What to do

  • Bike rentals nearby
  • Golfing nearby
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby
  • Downhill skiing nearby
  • Snowboarding nearby
  • Hot springs nearby
  • Fishing nearby

Services

  • Front desk (limited hours)
  • Tour/ticket assistance
  • Laundry facilities
  • Luggage storage
  • Ski equipment hire
  • Ski storage
  • Snow sports gear

Facilities

  • 6 buildings/towers
  • Built in 1986
  • Garden
  • Picnic area
  • Terrace
  • Library
  • Television in common areas
  • Piano
  • Fitness centre
  • Arcade/games room
  • Hot tub
  • Sauna

Accessibility

  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • 1 on-site accessible parking spaces
  • Wheelchair-accessible public bathroom
  • Wheelchair-accessible van parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk height (centimetres): 122
  • Wheelchair-accessible restaurant
  • Wheelchair-accessible lounge
  • Well-lit path to entrance
  • Step-free path to entrance
  • Thin carpet in public areas
ROOM

Room amenities

Home comfort

  • Heating

Sleep well

  • Bed sheets provided

What to enjoy

  • Individually furnished and decorated

Freshen up

  • Towels

Stay connected

  • Free WiFi
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Fees & policies

Optional extras

  • Buffet breakfast is offered for an extra charge of approximately NZD 27 to 30 for adults and NZD 15 to 15 for children

Renovations and closures

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

Children & extra beds

  • Cots/infant beds are available for NZD 15 per night
  • Rollaway beds are available for NZD 35 per night

Policies

This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios and terraces, which may not be suitable for children. If you have any concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm that they can accommodate you in a suitable room.
Noise-free guestrooms cannot be guaranteed.
Only registered guests are allowed in the guestrooms.
This property does not have lifts.
Guests can rest easy knowing that there's a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector and a first aid kit on-site.
This property accepts major credit cards, debit cards and cash.
Credit cards accepted: Visa, Mastercard
Cashless transactions are available.

National rating

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

Also known as

Skotel Alpine Backpackers
Skotel Alpine Resort Hotel & Backpackers
Skotel Alpine Resort Hotel & Backpackers Whakapapa
Skotel Alpine Resort Whakapapa
Skotel Alpine Resort
Skotel Alpine Whakapapa
Skotel Alpine
Skotel Alpine Hotel Whakapapa Village
Skotel Alpine Resort Tongariro National Park
Skotel Alpine Tongariro National Park
Skotel Alpine Resort Hotel Backpackers
Skotel Alpine Resort Hotel
Skotel Alpine Resort Tongariro National Park
Skotel Alpine Resort Hotel Tongariro National Park
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Frequently asked questions

Does Skotel Alpine Resort offer free cancellation for a full refund?

Yes, Skotel Alpine Resort does have fully refundable room rates available to book on our site. If you’ve booked a fully refundable room rate, this can be cancelled up to a few days before check-in, depending on the property's cancellation policy. Just make sure that you check this property's cancellation policy for the exact terms and conditions.

Are pets allowed at Skotel Alpine Resort?

Sorry, pets aren't allowed, but service animals are welcome.

Is parking offered on site at Skotel Alpine Resort?

Yes, there's free self parking.

What are the check-in and check-out times at Skotel Alpine Resort?

Check-in start time: 3 PM; check-in end time: 7:00 PM. Check-out time is 10 AM. Contactless social distancing and check-out are available.

What is there to do at Skotel Alpine Resort and nearby?

Have fun with on-site winter activities such as skiing. Additional recreation nearby includes hot springs. Relax in the hot tub or enjoy the use of other amenities, which include a sauna and a fitness centre. Skotel Alpine Resort also has an arcade and a picnic area, as well as a garden.

Are there restaurants at or near Skotel Alpine Resort?

Yes, there's an on-site restaurant.

What's the area around Skotel Alpine Resort like?

Skotel Alpine Resort is a short 4-minute walk from Tongariro National Park Whakapapa Visitor Centre and 16 minutes' walk from Lower Tama Lake. Travellers say that the hotel is in a great location.

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Skotel Alpine Resort Reviews

Reviews

8.4

Very good

8.4/10

Cleanliness

8.6/10

Staff & service

8.0/10

Amenities

7.6/10

Property conditions & facilities

8.6/10

Eco-friendliness

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What guests liked

  • The restaurant served good food with hearty portions at a great value for money. (8 reviews)
  • The spa facilities, including the hot tub, were highly recommended and provided a relaxing experience. (3 reviews)
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Reviews

10/10

The hotel is good and the area around are breathtaking.
1-night trip

10/10

This hotel is a haven for hikers and nature lovers. Highly recommend!
1-night trip

10/10

Stunning setting. Comfortable friendly and great location

10/10

Stayed here before our hike on Tongariro Crossing. The staff were very polite and the room had the most spectacular view of the mountains. The hotel is a bit tired but clean
1-night trip

10/10

Fantastic stay with beautiful views and great walking trails
1-night trip

8/10

Old but very well maintained, staff hours at the front desk is limited, but they are very helpful even with the daily Niwa weather updates! Restaurant and bar are very good especially the view. If you travel in the high season, make sure to book it early as the park has limited accommodations. Close to hiking tracks and they can even arrange the shuttle to drop off and pick up for the Tongariro Alpine Crossing!

8/10

Great place, pillows could do with sn upgrade
1-night trip

10/10

Lovely staff, great location
2-night trip

10/10

Chef, reception staff and owner went out of their way to make our stay exceptional. Generous size ensuite room with fabulous outlook and balcony. Warm and cosy and totally appropriate to prepare for and then recover from the Tongariro crossing (hot tub) and to explore Ruapehu. We'll be back for a week next time.
2-night trip

10/10

Great place to stay
1-night trip

8/10

Excellent location for hiking. Nice common room and kitchen. Rooms very small with dim lighting.
2-night trip

8/10

Great place for access to the mountain.
1-night trip

10/10

Great location for multiple hikes.
2-night trip

6/10

Probably the best you’re going to find in or near Tongariro National Park. Located right at the trail head of popular hikes, its location can’t be beat. Just keep in mind it’s an alpine motel geared toward backpackers. It’s great if you want to be near the park, but don’t have high expectations. Restaurant was very good for dinner.
1-night trip

10/10

I cannot say enough good about this place! Wonderful service, comfortable room with private bath/shower, great breakfast buffet (extra), bar, & restaurant (reserve your dining time early). Plenty of free parking. Our room looked out directly at the volcano with a sliding door walk out patio. Also, great location. We had planned to leave a vehicle at each end of the Tongariro Alpine Crossing but they counseled us that there is a 4 hr time limit after which you are likely to get towed, so we bought a round trip shuttle. Good to have the heads up!
2-night trip

8/10

Simple accommodations that met my needs. Loved the towel warmer in the bathroom. Thin walls and noisy guests made for sleeping interruptions. Perhaps reinforce quiet hours to guests.
2-night trip

8/10

Nice hotel
1-night trip

10/10

I like their packed lunch!
2-night trip

6/10

Ideal backpacker style facility. Nice food but facilities are dated or do not work, for the money paid.
1-night trip

10/10

We had an excellent time in our chalet. It was spacious and had everything we needed. The hiking and scenery was perfect.
2-night trip

8/10

Food was best so far room are close and you can hear your neighbors
2-night trip

6/10

Very run down hotel but we kind of knew that when we decided to go there. Everyone there was very friendly and everyone was having a good time. Don't think I would ever stay there again because it was a little below my standards.
2-night trip

10/10

The surroundings were beautiful and the staff helpful and friendly.
3-night trip

8/10

Nice and clean.

8/10

Comfortable, convenient, quiet, beautiful, enjoyable.
1-night trip