Skotel Alpine Resort

Skotel Alpine Resort is an accommodation located in Whakapapa Village, New Zealand, at the foot of Mount Ruapehu, within 500 meters of Tongariro National Park Whakapapa Visitor Centre.

It is a rustic lodge with a warm mountain lodge atmosphere, nestled in the tussock on the edge of Whakapapa Village in the heart of the Tongariro National Park. The lodge offers stunning mountain or region views, and it is the highest hotel in New Zealand.

Skotel Alpine Resort is a true alpine retreat that provides a variety of accommodation options, including hotel rooms, backpackers, family rooms, and self-contained fully equipped cabins. The lodge offers rooms with an en suite bathroom and dormitories with shared bathroom facilities. The rooms are equipped with tea and coffee making facilities. The lodge also has a casual restaurant and bar, the Terrace Restaurant and Bar, where guests can unwind over an excellent meal or a drink by the fire. The lodge also has a hot tub and a terrace bar with a fireplace.

Skotel Alpine Resort is conveniently located, just 10 minutes’ drive from the Whakapapa Ski Fields and 20 minutes’ drive away from Tongariro Alpine Crossing. The lodge is an excellent choice for those who love hiking, skiing, biking, or sightseeing.