Skotel Alpine Resort | Hotel in Tongariro National Park

| 8.4 (819 Reviews) |  1 Bathroom
Whakapapa Hotel | Skotel Alpine Resort

Hotel in Whakapapa, Tongariro National Park

Family-friendly hotel with a restaurant and a hot tub
This hotel features a restaurant, a fitness center, and a bar/lounge. Free WiFi in public areas and free self parking are also provided. Additionally, a snack bar/deli, a sauna, and a hot tub are onsite.
Skotel Alpine Resort offers 48 accommodations. Each accommodation is individually furnished and decorated. This Whakapapa hotel provides complimentary wireless Internet access.
Recreational amenities at the hotel include a hot tub, a sauna, and a fitness center.

The recreational activities listed below are available either on site or nearby; fees may apply.

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Amenities

Parking
Designated Smoking Area
Balcony/Terrace
Sports/Activities
Bedding/Linens
Skiing
Wellness Facilities
Spa
Fireplace/Heating
Restaurant
Bar
Guest Services
Entertainment
Breakfast
Barbecue/Outdoor Cooking
Child Friendly
Hot Tub
Internet
Kitchen
Laundry

Facility Overview

Bathrooms
  • Towels
Bedroom
  • Heating
  • Bed sheets
  • Individually furnished
  • Individually decorated
Breakfast
  • 1 restaurant
  • 1 bar
  • Buffet breakfast available for a fee daily 7:00 AM–9:00 AM: NZD 27-30 for adults and NZD 15-15 for children
Parking
  • Free uncovered self parking on site
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking and van parking available
Accessibility
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk height (inches): 48
  • Wheelchair-accessible lounge
  • Wheelchair-accessible van parking
  • Thin carpet in public areas
  • 1 on-site accessible parking spaces
  • Stair-free path to entrance
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • This property does not have elevators
  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Well-lit path to entrance
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible public washroom
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk
  • Wheelchair-accessible restaurant
Activities
  • Mountain climbing
  • Mountain biking
  • Rock climbing
  • Ski lifts
  • Skiing
  • Sledding
  • Downhill skiing
  • Hot springs
  • Ski area
  • Fishing
  • Golfing
  • Bicycle rentals
  • Hiking/biking trails
  • Ski runs
  • Snowboarding
  • Cross-country skiing
  • Sauna
  • Arcade/game room
  • Fitness center
  • Hot tub
General
  • Gift shop/newsstand
  • Library
  • English
  • Shared microwave
  • Shared refrigerator
  • Designated smoking areas
Guest Services
  • Children's toys
  • Snack bar/deli
  • Arcade/game room
  • Laundry facilities
  • Ski storage
  • Luggage storage
  • Snow sports gear
  • Front desk (limited hours)
  • Ski equipment rentals
  • Tour/ticket assistance
  • Laundry facilities
Internet
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi
  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
Outdoors
  • Picnic area
  • BBQ grill(s)
  • Terrace
  • Garden

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
Child Policy
Children are welcome. rollaway/extra beds are available for nzd 35 per night. cribs (infant beds) are available for nzd 15 per night.
Payment Policy
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 the above list may not be comprehensive. fees and deposits may not include tax and are subject to change.
Pet Policy
Pets not allowed (service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees)

Cashless transactions are available 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 noise-free guestrooms cannot be guaranteed safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, and a first aid kit 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 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

Reviews

Andy
Jan 20, 2026 09:07:55 AM
Review Score:   10
Summary: Rustic, national park lodge. Perfect for outdoor orriented travelers looking for a clean room, friendly staff and quality food in an ideal location.
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Room Arrangement

Room Info Facilities
Backpacker Bunk - Shared Bathroom
Room Size: 81 square feet m2
2 Twin Bed and Twin Bunk Bed
Backpacker Bunk - Shared Bathroom

General

Number of living rooms 0, Number of bedrooms - 0, Square feet - 81, Shared/communal kitchen access, Shower only, Shared bathroom, Square meters - 7.5, Number of bathrooms - 1, No rollaway/extra beds, Ping - 2.28, No cribs (infant beds), Rainfall showerhead, Bed count maximum 3, Bed count minimum 3
Superior Queen Room
Room Size: m2
1 Queen Bed
Superior Queen Room

General

Number of living rooms 0, Rollaway/extra beds (surcharge), Hair dryer, Housekeeping on request, Number of bedrooms - 0, Electric kettle, Shared/communal kitchen access, Coffee/tea maker, Shower only, Cribs/infant beds (surcharge), Extra bed count 1, Free toiletries, Number of bathrooms - 1, Mini-fridge, Private bathroom, Furnished balcony or patio, Desk, Iron/ironing board, Rainfall showerhead, Bed count minimum 1, Bed count maximum 1
Cabin
Room Size: 409 square feet m2
3 Double Bed and Twin Bunk Beds
Cabin

General

Rollaway/extra beds (surcharge), Bed count minimum 5, Hair dryer, Housekeeping on request, Electric kettle, Number of bedrooms - 1, Coffee/tea maker, Ping - 11, Full-sized refrigerator/freezer, Microwave, Shower only, Square meters - 38, Stovetop, Cribs/infant beds (surcharge), Extra bed count 1, Free toiletries, Cookware, dishware, and utensils, Private bathroom, Kitchen, Square feet - 409, Iron/ironing board, Bed count maximum 5, Rainfall showerhead, Furnished balcony
Queen Room
Room Size: 172 square feet m2
1 Queen Bed
Queen Room

General

Number of living rooms 0, Hair dryer, Housekeeping on request, Number of bedrooms - 0, Electric kettle, Shared/communal kitchen access, Coffee/tea maker, Shower only, Square meters - 16, Free toiletries, Number of bathrooms - 1, Mini-fridge, Private bathroom, Furnished balcony or patio, No rollaway/extra beds, Square feet - 172, No cribs (infant beds), Iron/ironing board, Rainfall showerhead, Ping - 4.83, Bed count minimum 1, Bed count maximum 1
Ruapehu Room
Room Size: 172 square feet m2
2 King Bed and Twin Bed
Ruapehu Room

General

Rollaway/extra beds (surcharge), Hair dryer, Housekeeping on request, Electric kettle, Ping - 5, Number of bedrooms - 1, Shared/communal kitchen access, Coffee/tea maker, Shower only, Square meters - 16, Cribs/infant beds (surcharge), Extra bed count 1, Free toiletries, Mini-fridge, Private bathroom, Furnished balcony or patio, Square feet - 172, Desk, Iron/ironing board, Rainfall showerhead, Bed count minimum 2, Bed count maximum 2
Backpacker Double, Shared Bathroom
Room Size: 81 square feet m2
1 Queen Bed
Backpacker Double, Shared Bathroom

General

Square feet - 81, Number of bedrooms - 1, Shared/communal kitchen access, Shower only, Shared bathroom, Square meters - 7.5, No rollaway/extra beds, No cribs (infant beds), Shared outdoor bathroom, Ping - 2, Rainfall showerhead, Bed count minimum 1, Bed count maximum 1
Standard Queen Room
Room Size: 172 square feet m2
1 Queen Bed
Standard Queen Room

General

Number of living rooms 0, Hair dryer, Housekeeping on request, Number of bedrooms - 0, Electric kettle, Shared/communal kitchen access, Shower only, Square meters - 16, Free toiletries, Number of bathrooms - 1, Mini-fridge, Private bathroom, No rollaway/extra beds, Square feet - 172, No cribs (infant beds), Rainfall showerhead, Ping - 4.83, Bed count minimum 1, Bed count maximum 1
Tongariro Room
Room Size: 269 square feet m2
2 King Bed and Twin Bed
Tongariro Room

General

Ping - 8, Rollaway/extra beds (surcharge), Square feet - 269, Hair dryer, Housekeeping on request, Electric kettle, Number of bedrooms - 1, Shared/communal kitchen access, Coffee/tea maker, Shower only, Square meters - 25, Cribs/infant beds (surcharge), Extra bed count 1, Free toiletries, Mini-fridge, Private bathroom, Furnished balcony or patio, Desk, Iron/ironing board, Rainfall showerhead, Bed count minimum 2, Bed count maximum 2
Ngauruhoe Room
Room Size: 269 square feet m2
2 King Bed and Twin Bed
Ngauruhoe Room

General

Ping - 8, Number of living rooms 0, Rollaway/extra beds (surcharge), Square feet - 269, Hair dryer, Housekeeping on request, Number of bedrooms - 0, Electric kettle, Shared/communal kitchen access, Coffee/tea maker, Bathtub or shower, Square meters - 25, Cribs/infant beds (surcharge), Extra bed count 1, Free toiletries, Number of bathrooms - 1, Mini-fridge, Private bathroom, Furnished balcony or patio, Desk, Iron/ironing board, Rainfall showerhead, Bed count minimum 2, Bed count maximum 2
Family Room
Room Size: 258 square feet m2
2 Queen Bed and Twin Bunk Bed
Family Room

General

Number of bedrooms - 0, Electric kettle, Ping - 7, Square meters - 24, Cribs/infant beds (surcharge), Extra bed count 1, Iron/ironing board, Bed count minimum 3, Number of living rooms 0, Rollaway/extra beds (surcharge), Square feet - 258, Hair dryer, Housekeeping on request, Shower/tub combination, Shared/communal kitchen access, Coffee/tea maker, Separate bedroom, Free toiletries, Number of bathrooms - 1, Private bathroom, Furnished balcony or patio, Desk, Rainfall showerhead, Refrigerator, Bed count maximum 3
Backpacker Queen En-suite
Room Size: 97 square feet m2
1 Double Bed
Backpacker Queen En-suite

General

Number of living rooms 0, Housekeeping on request, Number of bedrooms - 0, Electric kettle, Shared/communal kitchen access, Coffee/tea maker, Shower only, Number of bathrooms - 1, Mini-fridge, Private bathroom, No rollaway/extra beds, Square meters - 9, No cribs (infant beds), Square feet - 97, Ping - 3, Rainfall showerhead, Bed count minimum 1, Bed count maximum 1
Family Backpacker, Shared bathroom
Room Size: 81 square feet m2
3 Queen Beds and Twin Bunk Bed
Family Backpacker, Shared bathroom

General

Bed count minimum 4, Number of living rooms 0, Housekeeping on request, Number of bedrooms - 0, Square feet - 81, Shared/communal kitchen access, Shower only, Shared bathroom, Square meters - 7.5, Number of bathrooms - 1, No rollaway/extra beds, No cribs (infant beds), Shared outdoor bathroom, Ping - 2, Rainfall showerhead, Bed count maximum 4
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