Mount Ruapehu Ski Area
Travel Guide





Visit Mount Ruapehu Ski Area
Where to stay in Mount Ruapehu Ski Area

Taupō Central
While visiting Taupō Central, you might make a stop by sights like Taupō Marina and Boat Ramp and Lake Taupō.

Acacia Bay
Unique features of Acacia Bay include the lake views and restaurants. Make a stop by Lake Taupō or beach near Acacia Bay while you're exploring the area.

Wharewaka
While visiting Wharewaka, you might make a stop by sights like Lake Taupō and The Landing Lake Taupō.

Two Mile Bay
When in Two Mile Bay, you can plan a visit to Taupō Hot Springs and A.C. Baths, some noteworthy sights in the nearby area.

Rainbow Point
If you're spending some time in Rainbow Point, Lake Taupō and Three Mile Bay are top sights worth seeing.

Waiotaka Valley
Waiotaka Valley might not have many top sights, but Tongariro National Trout Centre and River Vineyard are two attractions nearby that you can check out.

The Park Hotel Ruapehu
The staff and restaurant were great. The room had no AC so it was kind of hot until the staff provided fans.
Reviewed on 2026/5/2

Skotel Alpine Resort
The staff provided extremely helpful suggestions regarding what to do in our limited time there.
Reviewed on 2026/5/1

Turangi Leisure Lodge
Late check-in was easy. Room was clean and warm when we arrived. Good value for money.
Reviewed on 2026/5/5

Rocky Mountain Chalets
Great space & walking distance to the downtown area. Super friendly & clean
Reviewed on 2026/5/6

Motuoapa Bay Chalets
Parking was easy, unit was clean and cosy and as pictured, only downside was the main road traffic noise, otherwise a pleasant and convenient stop off midway between Auckland and Wellington.
Reviewed on 2026/3/28

Pukawa Villas (Formerly Oreti Village Resort)
Popular places to visit

Mount Ruapehu
Explore the great outdoors at Mount Ruapehu and enjoy the mountain views during your trip to Tongariro National Park. Check out the lively bars or top-notch restaurants in this relaxing area.

Tongariro National Park
Explore New Zealand’s phenomenal volcanic landscape and trek across one of the best known hiking trails in the country.

Huka Falls
Whether viewing from a boat, bridge or the riverbank, this set of waterfalls is a spectacular sight as a huge body of water surges forward and downward.

Tongariro Alpine Crossing
Explore the great outdoors at Tongariro Alpine Crossing, a lovely green space in Tongariro National Park. Check out the lively bars or top-notch restaurants in this relaxing area.

Turoa Ski Area
Hit the slopes in Tongariro National Park with a visit to Turoa Ski Area. Discover the mountain views and top-notch restaurants in this relaxing area.

Craters of the Moon
Experience a strange volcanic landscape where steam clouds swirl in the air and mud pools pop and boil beneath your feet.




