Mount Ruapehu Ski Area

Travel Guide

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

Where to stay in Mount Ruapehu Ski Area

Some may have seen this in photos before, but no photo does it justice; or shows you the awesomeness quite like when you are standing directly on the side of the boat and within metres of this brilliant carving. I took a small boat that served treats, pizza and wine. Although travelling alone I was able to meet people on this trip very easily. I went on the Ernest Kemp Steamboat. Such character and lovely staff.

Acacia Bay

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

Acacia 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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Two Mile Bay

When in Two Mile Bay, you can plan a visit to Taupo Hot Springs and Maori Carvings, some noteworthy sights in the nearby area.

Two Mile Bay
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Rainbow Point

If you're spending some time in Rainbow Point, Lake Taupo and Three Mile Bay are top sights worth seeing.

Rainbow Point
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Waiotaka Valley

Waiotaka Valley might not have many top sights, but Tongariro National Trout Centre and River Vineyard are two attractions nearby that you can check out.

Waiotaka Valley
If you are somewhere around Lake Taupo and you are looking for a camp, come here at the Reids Farm. Waking up just one step from the river is really nice way to start a day. #weekendgetaway

Rangatira Park

If you're spending some time in Rangatira Park, Spa Thermal Park and Waikato River are top sights worth seeing.

Rangatira Park
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 CA $72 per night from Apr. 4 to Apr. 5
CA $72
CA $84 total
includes taxes & fees
Apr 4 - Apr 5
Stay at this 3.5-star ski hotel in Tongariro National Park. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff in ...
8.2/10 Very Good! (747 reviews)
"Excellent facilities. Very nice staffs. Great location for starting hiking in the national park."

Reviewed on Mar. 25, 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 CA $112 per night from Apr. 5 to Apr. 6
CA $112
CA $131 total
includes taxes & fees
Apr 5 - Apr 6
Stay at this 3-star hotel in National Park Village. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and 2 hot tubs. Our guests praise the restaurant and the helpful staff in ...
8/10 Very Good! (997 reviews)
"Ok"

Reviewed on Mar. 19, 2025

The Park Hotel Ruapehu
Turangi Leisure Lodge
Turangi Leisure Lodge
2.5 out of 5
Ngawaka Place, Turangi
The price is CA $99 per night from Apr. 8 to Apr. 9
CA $99
CA $114 total
includes taxes & fees
Apr 8 - Apr 9
Book a stay at this spa hotel in Turangi. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and an outdoor pool. Our guests praise the helpful staff in our reviews. Popular attractions ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (398 reviews)
"Booked a superior apartment room for my partner and I. It was exactly as expected when we arrived. Clean and tidy. Plenty of parking. Close to Tongariro crossing about half an hour away and plenty of takeaways and restaurants at walking distance."

Reviewed on Mar. 25, 2025

Turangi Leisure Lodge
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Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.
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 WiFi, free parking, and 3 hot tubs. Popular attractions Big Carrot and Ohakune Disc Golf are located ...
9.8/10 Exceptional! (67 reviews)
"The facility was immaculate and well kept. All amenities were modernized. The bed was extremely comfortable, all necessities were taken care of. Will at the desk was awesome and gave me some good suggestions for dinner. I certainly would return."

Reviewed on Mar. 8, 2025

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 WiFi, free parking, and a garden. Popular attractions River Vineyard and Kuratau Jetty are located ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (76 reviews)
"Great stay, AC/Heater quite noisy"

Reviewed on Mar. 8, 2025

Motuoapa Bay Chalets
Great value Cottage - 20 mins to Whakapapa
Great value Cottage - 20 mins to Whakapapa
Raurimu
Stay at this chalet in Raurimu. Enjoy a pool table and balconies or patios. Popular attractions Raurimu Spiral and Marton Sash and Door Cycling Park are located ...
9/10 Wonderful! (65 reviews)
Nostalgic
"A couple of nights in this tiny wee Bach. Nostalgic memories going outside to the toilet, Adequate facilities for a short stay, close to the mountain."

Reviewed on Mar. 8, 2025

Great value Cottage - 20 mins to Whakapapa
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Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.

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Tongariro National Park featuring mountains, landscape views and a sunset

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(10 reviews)

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

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

Huka Falls

4.5/5(23 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
Craters of the Moon which includes mist or fog and tranquil scenes

Craters of the Moon

4.5/5(9 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
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
Turangi featuring a river or creek

Taranaki Falls

5/5(3 reviews)

Explore the great outdoors at Taranaki Falls and enjoy the mountain views during your trip to Tongariro National Park. Savor the lively bars and top-notch restaurants while in town.

Taranaki Falls

Cities near Mount Ruapehu Ski Area

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

Taupo

Photo by Francesca Altaïr

Ohakune

Iwikau Village which includes signage

Tongariro National Park