Mount Ruapehu Ski Area
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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
Lake views and restaurants are notable features of Acacia Bay. You might consider a stop by Lake Taupō while you're exploring the neighborhood.

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 The Landing Lake Taupō, 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.

Whareroa Village
If you're spending some time in Whareroa Village, Lake Taupō is a top sight worth visiting.

Skotel Alpine Resort
Room was clean and spacious and staff was friendly. The restroom was a bit outdated. Overall it was a good choice, great for access to trails and gondolas. The restaurant is quite good.
Reviewed on 2026/2/5

Turangi Leisure Lodge
Good value, big space.
Reviewed on 2026/2/8

Turangi Bridge Motel
Very spacious and nice spa bath!
Reviewed on 2026/2/11

Motuoapa Bay Chalets
It was pouring with rain when we arrived, so we really appreciated having the carport and entry cover, so we didn’t get soaked hauling our luggage in. Great for a 1nt stay on our way from Wellington to the Coromandel. Because of the weather the Coromandel didn’t happen, but that’s a whole other ...
Reviewed on 2026/1/25

Rocky Mountain Chalets
Yes was very clean and comfortable.
Reviewed on 2026/2/9

Pukawa Villas (Formerly Oreti Village Resort)
Amazing in all regards.
Reviewed on 2026/1/3
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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.

Mount Tongariro
Commune with nature and explore the great outdoors at Mount Tongariro during your travels in Tongariro National Park. Check out the top-notch restaurants or lively bars 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.




