Name: Skotel Alpine Resort
Address: 1 Ngauruhoe Place, Whakapapa Village, Tongariro National Park. 3951, 3951 Whakapapa Village, New Zealand, 1 Ngauruhoe Place, Whakapapa Village, Tongariro National Park. 3951, Manawatu, 3951, New Zealand
Rating: 8.0

Skotel Alpine Resort

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About this property

Situated in the heart of Tongariro National Park, Skotel Alpine Resort offers a restaurant, a hot tub and a terrace bar with a fireplace. Most accommodations boast stunning mountain or region views. The highest hotel in New Zealand, Skotel Alpine is 10 minutes’ drive from the Whakapapa Ski Fields. Tongariro Alpine Crossing is 20 minutes’ drive away. Accommodation options include rooms with an en suite bathroom and dormitories with shared bathroom facilities. All accommodations include access to the shared kitchen and lounge area. The Terrace Restaurant offers stunning views of Mt Tongariro and Mt Ngauruhoe and features an à la carte menu. Guests can relax in the hot tub or enjoy a game of table tennis. Ski facilities on site include a ski shop and ski drying room. Guests can book shuttles via the website www.summitshuttles.co.nz and select pick up from Skotel from a drop down menu and select their preferred time slot.

Couples particularly like the location — they rated it 9.5 for a two-person trip.

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Property highlights

Top location: Highly rated by recent guests (9.5)

Free parking available at the hotel

Availability

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Room type	Number of guests
Cabin 4 bunk beds and 1 large double bed
Backpacker Queen with Ensuite (or bathroom) 1 large double bed
Ngauruhoe Room 1 single bed and 1 extra-large double bed
Queen Room 1 large double bed
Ruapehu Room 1 single bed and 1 large double bed
Tongariro Room 1 single bed and 1 extra-large double bed
Family Room 2 bunk beds and 1 large double bed
Backpacker Bunk Room with Shared Bathroom 1 single bed and 2 bunk beds
Superior Queen Room 1 large double bed
Family Room with Shared Bathroom 1 bunk bed and 2 large double beds
Backpackers Double Room with Shared Bathroom 1 double bed
Standard Queen Room 1 large double bed
King Room 1 large double bed
Family Suite 2 double beds and 2 bunk beds and 1 large double bed
Family Room with Shared Bathroom 1 double bed and 2 bunk beds

Guest reviews

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Free WiFi

Guests who stayed here loved

Brian

Australia

“Value for money. Great location. Great bar and restaurant. Great staff.”

Natalie

New Zealand

“Perfect location. Wonderful, professional, warm welcome. Easy instruction, directions, parking. Welcomed to the use of sauna, so nice! And then spa... gorgeous sunset and sit out of veranda of comfortable lounge area. Comfortable bed. We didn't...”

Aimee

Switzerland

“Fantastic ski hut, very traditional feel with wooden beams and authentic furniture. Lovely warm rooms, a bar and restaurant on site, as well as a free for use kitchen. Sauna and jacuzzi available.”

Australia

“- Convenient location in Whakapapa Village, so close to Tongariro National Park walking tracks and short drive to Whakapapa ski field - Excellent meals in restaurant (reasonable prices considering location, meal sizes and quality) - Gorgeous view...”

Kseniia

New Zealand

“I have reviewed Skotel before and as I said it’s our number one choice to stay at when we visit National Park , we go here several times a year and we seriously adjust our dates to Skotel availability :) Our favourite rooms are Ngauruhoe rooms ...”

Bernie

Australia

“Loved staying at Skotel because it is extremely comfortable, clean and has a fantastics view of Mt Ruaephu and Mt Nguaruhoe and Mt Tongarario. Staff are welcoming and helpful. We had assistance with an issue with our shower and the owner ensured...”

Theo

France

“The staff was very understanding and when there was a problem with our booking they upgraded us in order to resolve the problem. Very friendly and very good restaurant.”

Tredouxm

New Zealand

“The room was small as expected at a ski resort but lovely and very clean. The bedding was excellent. Everything looked well maintained.”

Malaysia

“Wooden design warm and cozy as an alpine resort.. close to whakapapa ski field. Paid Shuttle there. Has hot tub $5 pp but we didnt try. Dinner was really good. Lamb shank and pork belly. Curry was sweet not to our liking.”

Carin

New Zealand

“Friendly staff, clean and neat rooms, everything you need in your room or kitchen facilities. Restaurant's food was great”

Hotel surroundings

Restaurants

1 restaurant on site

Skotel Bar & Restaurant

Cuisine
Local

House rules

Skotel Alpine Resort takes special requests - add in the next step!

Check-in

From 15:00 to 19:00

Guests are required to show a photo identification and credit card upon check-in

You'll need to let the property know in advance what time you'll arrive.

Check-out

From 07:00 to 10:00

Cancellation/ prepayment

Cancellation and prepayment policies vary according to accommodation type. Please enter the dates of your stay and check the conditions of your required option.

Children and beds

Child policies

Children of any age are welcome.

Children 3 years and above will be charged as adults at this property.

To see correct prices and occupancy information, please add the number of children in your group and their ages to your search.

Cot and extra bed policies

0 - 1 year

Cot upon request

NZD 15 per child, per night

2+ years

Extra bed upon request

NZD 35 per person, per night

Prices for cots and extra beds are not included in the total price, and will have to be paid for separately during your stay.

The number of extra beds and cots allowed is dependent on the option you choose. Please check your selected option for more information.

All cots and extra beds are subject to availability.

Age restriction

The minimum age for check-in is 18

Pets

Pets are not allowed.

Groups

When booking more than 4 rooms, different policies and additional supplements may apply.

Cards accepted at this hotel

Cash is not accepted

The fine print

Need-to-know information for guests at this property

All requests for late arrival are subject to confirmation by the property.

Guests are required to show a photo identification and credit card upon check-in. Please note that all Special Requests are subject to availability and additional charges may apply.

Please inform Skotel Alpine Resort in advance of your expected arrival time. You can use the Special Requests box when booking, or contact the property directly with the contact details provided in your confirmation.

In response to Coronavirus (COVID-19), additional safety and sanitation measures are in effect at this property.

Food & beverage services at this property may be limited or unavailable due to Coronavirus (COVID-19).

Due to Coronavirus (COVID-19), this property is taking steps to help protect the safety of guests and staff. Certain services and amenities may be reduced or unavailable as a result.

Due to Coronavirus (COVID-19), this property has reduced reception and service operating hours.

In accordance with government guidelines to minimise transmission of the Coronavirus (COVID-19), this property may request additional documentation from guests to validate identity, travel itinerary and other relevant information, during dates where such guidelines exist.

Due to Coronavirus (COVID-19), please ensure that you are only booking this property following the local government guidelines of the destination, including but not limited to the purpose of travel, and maximum allowed group size.

Due to Coronavirus (COVID-19), wearing a face mask is mandatory in all indoor common areas.

It is not possible to stay at this property for Coronavirus (COVID-19) quarantine purposes.