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Skotel Alpine Resort

Property class: 3.5

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Take advantage of a terrace, a garden and an arcade/games room at Skotel Alpine Resort. For some rest and relaxation, visit the sauna or the hot tub. In addition to a library and laundry facilities, guests can connect to free in-room WiFi.

Reviews

8.4 out of 10
Very good

Popular amenities

  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Gym
The current price is RM216
RM248 total
includes taxes & fees
7 Sept - 8 Sept

Room options

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View all photos for Ngauruhoe Room

Free WiFi, bed sheets

Ngauruhoe Room

  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed OR 1 Single Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi

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Free WiFi, bed sheets

Ruapehu Room

  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Single Bed and 1 Queen Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi

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Free WiFi, bed sheets

Tongariro Room

  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Single Bed OR 1 King Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi

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A wooden deck with outdoor seating, a mountain view, and a building with large windows.

Family Room

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(6 reviews)
  • 24 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Queen Bed and 1 Single Bunk Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi

View all photos for Ngauruhoe Room

A room with a large window overlooking a deck with a table and chairs, a mountain in the background, and wooden walls.

Ngauruhoe Room

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(6 reviews)
  • 25 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Single Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi

View all photos for Ruapehu Room

A wooden-paneled room with a bed, a TV, and a shower.

Ruapehu Room

8.6 out of 10
Excellent
(10 reviews)
  • 16 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Single Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi

View all photos for Tongariro Room

A wooden cabin room with a bed, desk, and large windows overlooking a landscape.

Tongariro Room

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(3 reviews)
  • 25 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Single Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi

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A wooden cabin bedroom with a bed, dresser, chair, and a small table.

Cabin

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)
  • 38 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 6
  • 1 Double Bed and 2 Single Bunk Beds
  • Free Wi-Fi

View all photos for Backpacker Queen En-suite

A neatly made bed with a green quilt, a small bedside table with a book, a framed picture on the wall, and a window with sheer curtains.

Backpacker Queen En-suite

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(4 reviews)
  • 9 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi

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A wooden cabin bedroom with a bed, two bedside tables, a framed picture on the wall, and a window with curtains.

Queen Room

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(3 reviews)
  • 16 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi

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A wooden cabin room with bunk beds, a bathroom with a sink and mirror, and a radiator.

Backpacker Bunk - Shared Bathroom

8.6 out of 10
Excellent
(7 reviews)
  • 8 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Single Bed and 1 Single Bunk Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi

View all photos for Superior Queen Room

A wooden cabin bedroom with a large bed, a small desk, and a TV.

Superior Queen Room

8.6 out of 10
Excellent
(4 reviews)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi

View all photos for Family Backpacker, Shared bathroom

A bunk bed room with a window view of a road and greenery.

Family Backpacker, Shared bathroom

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(1 review)
  • 8 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 5
  • 2 Queen Beds and 1 Single Bunk Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi

View all photos for Standard Queen Room

A bedroom with a bed, a vanity with a mirror, a desk, and a wardrobe.

Standard Queen Room

7.8 out of 10
Good
(8 reviews)
  • 16 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi

View all photos for Backpacker Double, Shared Bathroom

A wooden cabin room with two beds, a window with curtains, and a small kitchenette with a sink and towel rack.

Backpacker Double, Shared Bathroom

8.6 out of 10
Excellent
(10 reviews)
  • 8 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi

View all photos for Whanau Backpacker Room

A wooden cabin with bunk beds, a sink, and a door.

Whanau Backpacker Room

  • Garden view
  • 14 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 10
  • 2 Queen Beds, 1 Single Bunk Bed and 1 Double Bunk Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi

View all photos for Room 211

A bedroom with a large bed, a TV, and a view of the landscape.

Room 211

  • Mountain view
  • 30 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi

View all photos for Family Suite

A bunk bed room with three beds, each with patterned bedding.

Family Suite

  • Garden view
  • 47 sq m
  • 2 bedrooms
  • Sleeps 8
  • 1 King Bed, 2 Queen Beds and 2 Single Bunk Beds
  • Free Wi-Fi
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About the area

Located in Whakapapa, Skotel Alpine Resort is in the historical district and near a train station. The area's natural beauty can be seen at Tongariro National Park and Mount Ruapehu. Enjoy the area's slopes with cross-country skiing, downhill skiing and snowboarding, and don't miss out on the sledging. Visit our Whakapapa travel guide
Map
Whakapapa Village, SH 48, Nagauruhoe Place Mt Ruapehu, Tongariro National Park, 3951

What's nearby

  • A snow-capped mountain with a clear sky and a flat landscape in the foreground.
    Tongariro National Park
    1 min walk - 0.0 km
  • Tongariro National Park Whakapapa Visitor Centre
    2 min walk - 0.2 km
  • Whakapapa Ski Area
    10 min drive - 8.6 km
  • Tokaanu Thermal Pools
    45 min drive - 53.5 km
  • Big Carrot
    51 min drive - 62.8 km

Getting around

  • Taupō Airport (TUO)
    76 min drive

Restaurants

  • Knoll Ridge Cafe
  • Lorenz's Bar And Cafe Ruapehu
    7 min drive
  • Ma & Mel’s Coffee Cart
    6 min walk
  • The Pinnacles

About this property

Skotel Alpine Resort

  • Family-friendly hotel near Tongariro National Park
  • You can look forward to a terrace, a garden and an arcade/games room at Skotel Alpine Resort. For some rest and relaxation, visit the sauna or the hot tub. Free in-room WiFi is available to all guests, along with a library and laundry facilities.
  • Additional perks include:
    • Free self-parking
    • Buffet breakfast (surcharge), barbecues and tour/ticket information
    • Snow sports gear, a gift shop and luggage storage
    • Guest reviews speak highly of the helpful staff and location
  • Room features
  • All guest rooms at Skotel Alpine Resort include amenities, such as free WiFi.

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Free uncovered self parking on site
  • Limited on-site self parking

Food and drink

  • Daily buffet breakfast available 7:00 AM to 9:00 AM for a fee: NZD 27 to 30 for adults and NZD 15 to 15 for children
  • A bar/lounge
  • A restaurant
  • Snack bar/deli

Things to do

  • Arcade/game room
  • Gym
  • Hot tub
  • Library
  • Piano
  • Sauna
  • Ski equipment rentals
  • Ski storage
  • Snow sports gear

Family friendly

  • Arcade/game room
  • Baby toys
  • Children's toys
  • Laundry facilities
  • Snack bar/deli

Conveniences

  • Gift shop/newsstand
  • Laundry facilities
  • Limited-hour front desk
  • Luggage storage
  • Shared microwave
  • Shared refrigerator

Guest services

  • Tour and ticket assistance

Outdoors

  • Barbecue grill
  • Garden
  • In a national park
  • In the mountains
  • Picnic area
  • Terrace

Accessibility

  • No lift
  • Thin carpet in public areas

More

  • 2 floors
  • 6 buildings
  • Built in 1986
  • Designated smoking areas

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided

Entertainment

  • Flat-screen TV

More

  • Heating

Policies

Check-in

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

Check-out before 10 AM
Contactless check-out

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
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Renovations and closures

The following facilities are closed on Friday, Saturday and Sunday:
  • Full-service spa
  • Sauna
  • Hot tub

Access methods

Front desk (limited hours)

Pets

Pets not allowed

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
Cots (infant beds) are not available

Payment types at the property

Important information

Optional extras

  • Fee for buffet breakfast: approximately NZD 27 to 30 for adults and NZD 15 to 15 for children

The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may not include tax and are subject to change.

You need to know

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
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
This property accepts credit cards, debit cards and cash
Cashless transactions are available
Noise-free guestrooms cannot be guaranteed
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector and a first aid kit
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios and terraces, which may not be suitable for children; if you have any concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm that they can accommodate you in a suitable room

We should mention

This property does not have any lifts
Only registered guests are allowed in the guestrooms
A car is recommended for transport to and from this property

Property class

Rating provided by Qualmark®, source of official star ratings for accommodation in New Zealand.

Frequently asked questions

Is Skotel Alpine Resort pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much does it cost to stay at Skotel Alpine Resort?

As of 21 Aug 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Skotel Alpine Resort on 7 Sept 2026 start from RM216, excluding taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

How much is parking at Skotel Alpine Resort?

Self-parking is free at this property.

What time is check-in at Skotel Alpine Resort?

Check-in start time: 3 PM; check-in end time: 7:00 PM. Late check-in is available during limited hours.

What time is check-out at Skotel Alpine Resort?

Checkout is at 10 AM.

Where is Skotel Alpine Resort located?

This family-friendly Whakapapa hotel is located in the historical district, within a 5-minute walk of Tongariro National Park and Tongariro National Park Whakapapa Visitor Centre. Taranaki Falls is 1.7 mi (2.7 km) away.

Can I cancel my reservation for free and receive a full refund?

Yes, this property offers free cancellation on selected room rates because flexibility matters! Please refer to the property cancellation policy on our site for more details about any exclusions or requirements.

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