Whakapapa Village, SH 48, Nagauruhoe Place Mt Ruapehu, Tongariro National Park, 3951
What's nearby
Tongariro National Park Whakapapa Visitor Centre - 4 min walk
Taranaki Falls - 1 min drive
Mt Ngauruhoe - 4 min drive
Tongariro National Park - 5 min drive
Whakapapa Ski Area - 9 min drive
Getting around
Taupo (TUO) - 76 min drive
Area shuttle (surcharge)
Train station drop-off (surcharge)
Train station pick-up (surcharge)
Ski shuttle (surcharge)
Bus station shuttle (surcharge)
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 features a ski shuttle and puts you just a 5-minute drive from Tongariro National Park. The restaurant is a perfect spot to grab a bite to eat, and guests returning from the slopes can relax at the spa tub or enjoy après-ski drinks at the bar/lounge. A fitness center, a sauna, and a snack bar/deli are other highlights. Ski storage and rentals are also available. Fellow travelers love the helpful staff and location.
Languages
English
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
This property offers transfers from the train station and bus station (surcharges may apply); to arrange pick-up, guests must contact the property 48 hours prior to arrival, using the contact information on the booking confirmation
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
Transfers
Train station shuttle from 8:00 AM to 4:00 PM*
Bus station shuttle*
Off-site
Area shuttle within 50 kilometres*
Ski shuttle*
Other information
Designated smoking areas
Property amenities
Food and drink
Buffet breakfast (surcharge) each morning 7:00 AM–9:00 AM
Buffet breakfast is offered for an extra charge of approximately NZD 27 to 30 for adults, and NZD 15 to 15 for children
Area shuttle and ski shuttle service is offered for an extra charge
Renovations and closures
The following facilities are closed on Sunday, Friday, and Saturday:
Full-service spa
Sauna
Spa tub
Children & extra beds
Cribs/infant beds are available for NZD 15 per night
Rollaway beds are available for NZD 35 per night
Policies
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 and a first aid kit on site.
This property accepts major credit cards, debit cards and cash.
Cashless transactions are available.
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 spa 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.
Skotel Alpine Resort Reviews
Reviews
8.4
Very good
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8.4/10
Cleanliness
8.6/10
Staff & service
8.0/10
Amenities
7.6/10
Property conditions & facilities
8.4/10
Eco-friendliness
Reviews
8/10 Very good
12 January 2025
Martin
Martin, 1-night trip with friends
Verified Hotels.com guest review
10/10 Exceptional
24 December 2024
Verified traveller
7-night family trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review
10/10 Exceptional
14 December 2024
Nathan
Nathan, 3-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional
14 December 2024
This place is hiker friendly!
I like their packed lunch!
Nathan
Nathan, 2-night trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review
8/10 Very good
11 December 2024
Good location very basic rooms.
Great location and food. Friendly helpful staff. The rooms were a bit worn and awkward, but servicable.
Verified traveller
2-night trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review
2/10 Poor
1 December 2024
Kamlesh
Kamlesh, 1-night trip
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8/10 Very good
28 November 2024
A good stay
We had a good stay. Like other people have mentioned, the walls are thin and you can hear people talking next door, but the room was cozy. We had a bunk bed with another single twin bed. It was unexpected that we had to book time in the hot tub and pay $5 for 30 minutes. The scenery around the hotel is beautiful and it's quiet and dark during the night.
Amanda
Amanda, 2-night trip
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8/10 Very good
16 November 2024
Bryan
Bryan, 1-night trip
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2/10 Poor
10 November 2024
Jenbelle
Jenbelle, 1-night trip
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8/10 Very good
10 November 2024
Kierlyn
Kierlyn, 2-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional
5 November 2024
Great staff! Friendly and accommodating. Good hot showers. Good view.
Alexander
Alexander, 1-night trip
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8/10 Very good
17 October 2024
Nice hotel
Winnie
Winnie, 1-night trip
Verified Expedia guest review
8/10 Very good
16 October 2024
We liked being able to use the backpackers kitchen facility option, as we were staying in the other end of the hotel.
Robyn
Robyn, 2-night trip
Verified Expedia guest review
10/10 Exceptional
14 October 2024
Quinn
Quinn, 2-night trip
Verified Expedia guest review
4/10 Fair
14 October 2024
The walls of the hotel are very thin. We could hear our neighbours on all sides - including the other side of the corridor. The rooms have a sink, however the piping is extremely loud so was woken a few times in the night by other people running the tap.
The showers and bathrooms were somewhat clean, but very very cold!
Verified traveller
3-night trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review
6/10 Good
13 October 2024
Great location! Bring earplugs.
The location is fabulous and the staff was friendly. The hotel restaurant served good food. If you're looking for a place to rest and relax, this is probably not the best place to stay. The rooms are very cozy but are not sound proof. You can hear other guests in the hallway and in their rooms. I recommend packing earplugs. The beds are also a little outdated.