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

  • Restaurant and bar/lounge
  • Breakfast available
  • Ski rentals
  • Ski storage
  • Fitness center
  • Sauna
  • Hot tub
  • Terrace
  • Garden
  • Arcade/game room
  • Library
  • Snack bar/deli

For families (6)

  • Garden
  • Terrace
  • Laundry facilities
  • Arcade/game room
  • Barbecue grill(s)
  • Free self parking
The current price is CNY391
CNY450 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 7 - Oct 8

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Family Room | Individually decorated, individually furnished, free WiFi, bed sheets

Family Room

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(6 reviews)

Highlights

Furnished balcony or patio
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Heating
Refrigerator
Hair dryer
Private bathroom
Shower/tub combination
  • 24 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Queen Bed and 1 Twin Bunk Bed

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Ngauruhoe Room | Individually decorated, individually furnished, free WiFi, bed sheets

Ngauruhoe Room

8.6 out of 10
Excellent
(4 reviews)

Highlights

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

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Individually decorated, individually furnished, free WiFi, bed sheets

Ruapehu Room

8.6 out of 10
Excellent
(9 reviews)

Highlights

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

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Tongariro Room | Individually decorated, individually furnished, free WiFi, bed sheets

Tongariro Room

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(3 reviews)

Highlights

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

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Cabin | Individually decorated, individually furnished, free WiFi, bed sheets

Cabin

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)

Highlights

Furnished balcony
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Heating
Kitchen
Full-sized refrigerator/freezer
Rainfall showerhead
Hair dryer
  • 38 sq m
  • Sleeps 6
  • 1 Double Bed and 2 Twin Bunk Beds

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Backpacker Queen En-suite | Individually decorated, individually furnished, free WiFi, bed sheets

Backpacker Queen En-suite

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(3 reviews)

Highlights

Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Heating
Mini-fridge
Private bathroom
Rainfall showerhead
Electric kettle
Coffee/tea maker
  • 9 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

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Queen Room | Individually decorated, individually furnished, free WiFi, bed sheets

Queen Room

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(2 reviews)

Highlights

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

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Backpacker Bunk - Shared Bathroom | Individually decorated, individually furnished, free WiFi, bed sheets

Backpacker Bunk - Shared Bathroom

8.6 out of 10
Excellent
(7 reviews)

Highlights

Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Heating
Rainfall showerhead
Shared/communal kitchen
  • 8 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Twin Bed and 1 Twin Bunk Bed

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Individually decorated, individually furnished, free WiFi, bed sheets

Superior Queen Room

8.6 out of 10
Excellent
(4 reviews)

Highlights

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

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Family Backpacker, Shared bathroom | Individually decorated, individually furnished, free WiFi, bed sheets

Family Backpacker, Shared bathroom

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(1 review)

Highlights

Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Heating
Rainfall showerhead
Shared/communal kitchen
  • 8 sq m
  • Sleeps 5
  • 2 Queen Beds and 1 Twin Bunk Bed

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Standard Queen Room | Individually decorated, individually furnished, free WiFi, bed sheets

Standard Queen Room

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(7 reviews)

Highlights

Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Heating
Mini-fridge
Rainfall showerhead
Hair dryer
Private bathroom
Shared/communal kitchen
  • 16 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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Backpacker Double, Shared Bathroom | Individually decorated, individually furnished, free WiFi, bed sheets

Backpacker Double, Shared Bathroom

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(8 reviews)

Highlights

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

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About the neighborhood

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 - ‬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

Skotel Alpine Resort puts you just a 5-minute drive from Tongariro National Park. After visiting the fitness center 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 travelers.

At a glance

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Hotel size

    • 48 rooms
    • Arranged over 2 floors
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Arriving/Leaving

    • 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 time is 10 AM
    • Contactless check-out available
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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
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Required at check-in

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

    • Pets not allowed
    • Service animals welcome
WIFI

Internet

    • Free WiFi in public areas
    • Free WiFi in rooms
LOCAL_PARKING

Parking

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

    • Designated smoking areas

Property amenities

Food and drink

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

Traveling with children

  • Toys

What to do

  • Bicycle 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 rentals
  • Ski storage
  • Snow sports gear

Facilities

  • 6 buildings/towers
  • Built in 1986
  • Garden
  • Picnic area
  • Terrace
  • Library
  • Piano
  • Fitness center
  • Arcade/game room
  • Hot tub
  • Sauna

Accessibility

  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • 1 on-site accessible parking spaces
  • Wheelchair-accessible public washroom
  • Wheelchair-accessible van parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk height (inches): 48
  • Wheelchair-accessible restaurant
  • Wheelchair-accessible lounge
  • Well-lit path to entrance
  • Stair-free path to entrance
  • Thin carpet in public areas

Room amenities

Home comfort

  • Heating

Sleep well

  • Bed sheets provided

What to enjoy

  • Individually furnished and decorated

Freshen up

  • Towels

Stay connected

  • Free WiFi

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

  • Cribs/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, 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.
Noise-free guestrooms cannot be guaranteed.
Only registered guests are allowed in the guestrooms.
This property does not have elevators.
Guests can rest easy knowing 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

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 to 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 check-in and check-out are available.

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

Have fun with onsite winter activities like 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 center. 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 onsite 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. Travelers say that the hotel is in a great location.

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