Skotel ALpine Resort, New Zealand

Skotel Alpine Resort is 100% New Zealand owned and operated by passionate locals. We are also New Zealand’s highest hotel, located in the heart of the North Island within the Tongariro National Park.
Conveniently located in Whakapapa Village at the foot of Mount Ruapehu, within 500 meters of Tongariro National Park Whakapapa Visitor Centre.
Hiking trails start directly from the hotel, and the Sky Waka as well as the Mount Ruapehu ski field are a 6km drive up the mountain.
Skotel Alpine Resort offers guests excellent onsite facilities and a variety of room types; from Backpacker rooms to View rooms of the Tongariro National Park and the volcanic mountain peaks of Ngauruhoe, Tongariro and Ruapehu.
6 THINGS YOU’LL LOVE

Ski & Hiking Shop

Spa

Sauna

Restaurant

Bar

Situated in Whakapapa Village
Our Rooms

Skotel offers a range of accommodation options including hotel accommodation, backpacker’s accommodation (in separately rented rooms) and small cabins.
THINGS TO DO


Take a Hike! Where to Walk Near Skotel Alpine Resort
Skotel Alpine Resort’s is perfectly located for hikers and walkers of all abilities. The hotel is the ideal base for exploring the UNESCO world heritage park – and the many hiking and biking trails in the area.

Ski Rental & Heated Clothing Shop
For your convenience and ease of getting all your ski/board & alpine gear, here at Skotel Alpine Resort we have Edge to Edge Ski Hire and Chilli Heated Clothing onsite! Edge to Edge Ski Hire Edge to Edge provide the most comprehensive Ski and Snowboard Hire for Mt...

Forgotten World Jet Boat Tours
Immerse yourself and journey further into a Forgotten World. Explore the mighty Whanganui River. Discover natural and human histories unique to this remote and mysterious part of New Zealand, and leave with unforgettable stories.Venture through white water rapids,...
LOCATION

Address
1 Ngauruhoe Place
Whakapapa Village
Mt Ruapehu, Tongariro National Park
Contact Numbers
International: +64 7 892 3719
Nearby Places
New Zealand’s largest ski area: 4km
From nearest airport:
Taupo Airport 91km
Walking attractions:
Emerald Lakes 15km walk
The Tongariro Alpine Crossing