Best Lodges in Mount Ruapehu

Providing a garden, Ruapehu Retreat - Waimarino offers accommodations in National Park. This property offers access to a patio, free private parking, and free Wifi. Whakapapa is 14 miles from the vacation home. Offering a terrace and mountain views, the spacious vacation home includes 4 bedrooms, a living room, satellite flat-screen TV, an equipped kitchen, and 2 bathrooms with a walk-in shower. Guests can take in the ambience of the surroundings from an outdoor dining area or keep warm by the fireplace on colder days. The vacation home offers bed linen, towels, and laundry service. Skiing and cycling can be enjoyed nearby, while a ski pass sales point and ski storage space are also available on-site. Mount Ruapehu is 9.4 miles from the vacation home, while Taranaki Falls is 10 miles from the property. Taupo Airport is 58 miles away.

- "great stay" - "couldn't be better!" - "Absolutely wonderful stay in such a magical place ❤️" - "Felt like a home away from home" - "Perfect" - "Best place so far for me." - "Excellent choice!" - "Amazing! Will stay again!" - "Paradise place" - "Cosy, comfortable, home away from home." - "Perfect stay - good value if going to the Mount!!!" - "Great house and hosts. Would highly recommend" - "It was a perfect, Large holiday home to relax and enjoy after a big day out walking. Gas fire, heaters, made the house t"

While you're here, you can enjoy all the comforts of home and more, including free WiFi and a billiards table, as well as a garden and heating. Other amenities include laundry facilities, towels, tour/ticket assistance, and housekeeping.

- "Very good & clean service staff also good " - "very nice and approachable staff, overall it's an excellent place. will surely recommend this!!" - "Great Spa and Sauna to recover from trekking. Friendly staff." - "Accomodation was perfect for what we needed. The staff was friendly and there were plenty of ammenities. Everything was clean and tidy and the common areas and rooms were kept to a lovely warmth. The continental breakfast was a nice addition. "

Mangateitei Views - Rangataua Tiny Home offers accommodations in Ohakune, 14 miles from Turoa. Free Wifi is offered throughout the property and private parking is available on site. The vacation home features 1 bedroom, a fully equipped kitchen with a microwave and a toaster, a washing machine, and 1 bathroom with a hair dryer. The accommodation is non-smoking. Guests can also relax in the garden. Whanganui Airport is 68 miles from the property.

- "Truly amazing" - "Beautiful stay, not to far from town, very romantic" - "Beautiful place. Very friendly host. Loved the outside bath - particularly after walking the Tongariro Alpine crossing!" - "Beautiful and calmimg property- lovely property owners who live next door." - "Great views and relaxing - excellent hosts" - "Beautiful Ruapehu views!" - "Perfect stay in ohakune!!!" - "Fabulous Tiny Home" - "Best holiday my partner and I have had so far. We will definitely be coming back again, and we’ve already recommended th"

While you're here, you can enjoy all the comforts of home and more, including free WiFi and a Smart TV, as well as a garden and a private deck. Other amenities include hypo-allergenic bedding, towels, an electric kettle, and a mini-fridge.

- "Very comfortable stay at Alpine chalets - really clean and comfortable beds, kitchenette had everything it needed. Great communication with the very friendly owner who greeted us and had a little chat. " - "Hospitality was excellent very attentive and communicative. The rooms were warm and cosy, beautiful views of Mt Ruapehu would recommend !" - "Very warm and cozy accomodation. Excellent location. Amazing views and the best part was the host Mary Very pro active with communication. Even gave us plenty of time to check out. We would love to stay here again. "

Ruapehu Rest Accommodation offers accommodations in Rangataua, 13 miles from Turoa. This property offers access to a patio, free private parking, and free Wifi. The apartment has a picnic area and a sauna. The apartment consists of 2 bedrooms, a living room, a fully equipped kitchenette with a microwave and a kettle, and 1 bathroom with a shower and a hair dryer. Towels and bed linen are available in the apartment. The property has an outdoor dining area. Guests at the apartment can enjoy a continental breakfast. Whanganui Airport is 67 miles from the property.

- "Comfortable place for an overnight stay." - "Stunning Location is a beautiful little home away from home" - "A++" - "Relaxing and calm" - "Lovely relaxing stay for one night" - "Restorative and relaxing!" - "A lovely rural retreat, close to all amenities." - "Definitely the highlight of our trip in NZ. Such a good place to spend the night." - "Awesome little house" - "Brilliant!" - "The best Ruapehu staycation"

While you're here, you can enjoy all the comforts of home and more, including free WiFi and a billiards table, as well as an outdoor entertainment area and a garden. Other amenities include laundry facilities, a picnic area, and guidebooks and/or recommendations.

- "Excellent for what we needed and ok price." - "Great stay. It took a little while to get used to the fact that this property is unmanned but it actually worked very well. Check in was easy. The kitchen was well stocked. The shower pressure was great - although the shower is protected only by a curtain so not super private but wasn’t an issue. The bed was comfy. We stayed in a private room which even had a smart tv! Hostel luxury! Would definitely recommend. It is in the middle of nowhere but easy to access Whakapapa village and the other attractions in the area"

National Park Home is located in National Park, just 10 miles from Mount Ruapehu and 10 miles from Taranaki Falls. The vacation home, set in a building dating from 1994, offers free Wifi and free private parking. Whakapapa is 14 miles from the vacation home. The air-conditioned vacation home consists of 3 bedrooms, a living room, a fully equipped kitchen with an oven and a kettle, and 1 bathroom with a bath and a shower. A flat-screen TV with streaming services is featured. The vacation home offers bed linen, towels, and laundry service. Guests can also relax in the garden. The nearest airport is Taupo Airport, 58 miles from the vacation home.

- "Pleasant stay. A home away from home." - "A perfect place for a group to stay." - "Overall great location to do the Alpine Crossing and very close to a few restaurants." - "Unforgettable." - "comfortable stay for the Tongariro crossing track" - "Brilliant stay at central location with everything needed available at the property. Food options and groceries are also" - "Convenient and pleasant location for the Tongariro Alpine Crossing"

Right in the middl\e of National Park, with mountain views.

The perfect spot to enjoy our little slice of paradise. In summer fling the ranch sliders open and it's cool and airy. In winter choose between the cosy atmosphere of a log fire or convenience of the heatpump . Firewood is provided.

Super comfy beds with oversized duvets, electric blankets and plump pillows on all beds. Sheets and towels are provided.

Fully equipped cook's kitchen with all mod cons makes cooking for a family easy. Full size fridge/freezer and large pantry with loads of storage. Basic condiments are provided. Gas BBQ is available.

Great shower pressure with unlimited hot water and a large, deep bath for a relaxing soak after a hard day's skiing, biking or hiking. Master bedroom has ensuite. Both bathrooms have heaters and heated towel rails.

Large drying room gets a whole family's wet gear dry in just a few hours. Full laundry with large capacity washing machine and drier.

HD TV with Freeview, stereo and DVD player - we have a Sky satellite dish so take your decoder if you want to watch Sky. High speed internet is included (no data cap). Some board games, cards, puzzles and books available.

Special conditions:
No smoking, no pets. no parties.
Guests to wash dishes and remove all rubbish and recycling
Compulsory cleaning fee of $70 applies, to be left on departure.

Extras: Cleaning (Required, NZ$70.00 per stay);

- "Nice and Cosy house with all the amenities you would expect and a well equipped kitchen. Conveniently located in the National park village and closer to everything including Park n Ride." - "Beautiful place to stay and so convenient to everything would highly recommend and would definitely stay again. Lovly and clean and we enjoyed the fire place" - "An excellent comfortable house to stay for holiday." - "Great location and accommodation. Recommend to anyone."

Offering a garden, Haven On Tau features accommodations in Ohakune. This country house offers accommodations with a balcony. There's a sun terrace and guests can use free Wifi and free private parking. Towels and bed linen are featured in the country house. The accommodation offers an air conditioning, a heating, and a private bathroom. During warmer months, you can make use of the barbecue facilities and eat on the private patio. Skiing, cycling, and hiking are possible within the area, and the country house offers ski storage space. Turoa is 13 miles from Haven On Tau. Whanganui Airport is 68 miles away.

- "Lovely, clean, and comfortable" - "The place is gorgeous but Maryanne and Rod went above and beyond to make our stay very memorable. We can’t praise them e" - "Private and comfortable" - "Very comfortable accommodation with a great host."

The Mountain Greenie offers a chance to relax in a modern house with a stunning rural setting. It backs onto a bush reserve and looks over the forest at Mt Ruapehu. Originally a railway township Rangataua is a charming town where we walk and ride our bikes on the streets. The trains don't stop these days but you can wave from the deck! Five minutes to Ohakune or the Junction, nothing is far away if needed. In just over 20 minutes you can be in the Turoa carpark!

Close to ski fields, the Old Coach Road mountain bike trail, bush walks in a World Heritage Area and the epic Tongariro Crossing day walk. Also canoeing, kayaking and rail car trips within an hour. Enjoy Cafe's, shops or the library in Ohakune or just chillax at home. There's something for everyone.

Built as a prototype house with a double wall cavity, it's level of insulation is twice the industry standard. It is fitted with thermal blinds, natural flooring (cork, bamboo, linoleum and wool carpets), recycled wooden benches and dining table. The kitchen and bathroom cabinetry is made locally and with beautiful birch plywood. The macrocarpa seating on the large sunny deck was milled just down the road and the outdoor baths will amaze!

In the house you can plug your music into the speakers (standard 3.5mm jack), watch a movie (bring a dvd or USB stick), play board games or flick through magazines. There's also a house information booklet if you'd like to know more about the house you're staying in, how it functions and why it looks like it does.

In the garage there's foosball, table tennis, a spectator couch and a drying room (to help keep the humidity down in the house!) and room to store all your bikes and skis.

The Mountain Greenie is designed to be both a learning opportunity and a wonderful getaway. If you're up for either of those things then it may be just what you're looking for.
Special conditions:
* there is a bond required by 7days before your stay ($300)
* this is a shoes off house (welcome to bring slippers)
* please don't be wasteful of water, we're on tank supply
* the house is not suited to toddlers with floor heaters.
* no WIFI/TV/SKY as you're here for a holiday!
* no pots/dishes straight on wood benches please
* please notify of any breakages/damages/problems asap.

Extras: Cleaning (included); Linen (included);

- "Our family of 4 had a great mini getaway to The Mountain Greenie. The house was very clean -probably one of the cleanest we've stayed in. It had all the things we needed in a well equipped kitchen especially coffee making things like plunger and a mocka pot which we like to have. The house was very warm and comfortable as stated and kept the heat in all night even when it was -4 outside. The kids really enjoyed the games room in the garage and the ample lawn to kick the soccer ball around on. We all loved the outdoor baths. We chose this place for its quiet location which it was. It is near the railway tracks which was a novelty for us but be aware the train comes through 3-4 times during the week night if that sort of thing bothers you. The view to the mountain from the lounge, deck and main bedroom is very cool."

11 miles from Turoa in Ohakune, Ridley Manor offers accommodations with access to a hot tub. This property offers access to a terrace, free private parking, and free Wifi. The air-conditioned vacation home consists of 1 bedroom, a living room, a fully equipped kitchen with a dishwasher and a coffee machine, and 1 bathroom with a hot tub and bathrobes. Guests can take in the views of the mountain from the balcony, which also has outdoor furniture. The vacation home offers bed linen, towels, and laundry service. Guests can relax in the garden at the property. Whanganui Airport is 65 miles from the property.

- "peaceful" - "Great place and location" - "Cozy, comfortable and great mountain views!" - "superb staying in a wonderful place with wonderful hosts" - "Awesome view of the mountain on a clear day from neat little balcony, huge comfy bed and cosy place."

“All the comforts you need. Home away from home. “ - Lee-Ann, Jul 2020

This listing is for a 2-guest configuration of the house. You’ll have access to the rooms and amenities shown in the photos and listed below. There will be locked access to the other bedrooms and amenities of the house.

The living and dining areas are wide open and spacious in the Ti Kouka House. Two sofas face one another and create a comfy spot for lounging. There’s also a wood-burning fireplace that’s oh-so-cozy in the colder months.

Sliding glass doors open wide to the sun-drenched deck. Outside on the deck is a large dining table. When it’s warm, this is a great place to sip your morning coffee and read the paper. Or host an alfresco dinner underneath the stars. There’s a soothing hot tub out here too — great for soaking sore muscles after a long day on the trails.

In the kitchen, bold red accents add style to the efficient space. Stainless steel appliances include a range, vent hood, dishwasher, and refrigerator. There’s also a Nespresso coffee machine, microwave, and toaster. Nearby, the laundry room is equipped with a washer, and a heated drying cupboard.

The master suite features a king-size bed and a flat screen Smart TV. The ensuite master bathroom has a step-in shower and white marble vanity.

Ti Kouka House is the perfect home base for your next trip to Ohakune. Whether you’re coming for the skiing or the sunshine— or maybe a little bit of both— you’ll be in the perfect spot to soak it all in. Tongariro National Park and two popular ski resorts are a short drive from the home. Some of our personal favorite activities are:

The Mangawhero River walk - a beautiful track along a clear mountain stream
Tongariro Crossing - a world famous bucket list activity (requires decent level of fitness)
Old Coach Road - this stunning old rail link is a popular bike path that can also be walked.
Whanganui River adventures.

During the winter season for a night out, you can walk to The Junction— a local hub featuring many delicious restaurants and cafes. We especially recommend:

The Powderkeg Restaurant & Bar - a 10min walk from our Ti Kouka House, the Powderkeg is a central gathering place great for drinks and food from breakfast to sunset dinners.
'Osteria'-a nice selection of Italian style dining. Located in the main part of town, 20-30 mins walk.

“The location is great, we walked to dinner at a great restaurant the first night, and the next day went hiking from the trailheads just a short drive away. Book with confidence, this house and these hosts are supreme. “ - Marina, Jan 2018

- "Although the weather wasn’t great. The place was wonderful, with the spa and fire. Got a little confused about the Tv set up, but nothing better than an escape with no Tv in the lounge- enforced board games :) Hope to return again sometime" - "I was in Ohakune for a few nights, primarily for the Tongariro Crossing; the bach was convenient, clean, and a great place to spend time in the evening. In addition, the spa was very restorative! I will be returning!"

Kaho - Ohakune Holiday Home with Spa offers accommodations in Ohakune, 11 miles from Turoa. Free Wifi is provided throughout the property and private parking is available on site. Guests can use a garden. The vacation home features 3 bedrooms, a fully equipped kitchen with a dishwasher and a microwave, a washing machine, and 2 bathrooms with a hair dryer. A TV is offered. The accommodation is non-smoking. Whanganui Airport is 65 miles away.

- "Perfect family stay" - "We all enjoyed our stay at Kaho." - "Beautiful Place" - "Great place highly recommend" - "Superb accommodation in a lovely location." - "Loved the stay very clean cosy and warm and easy highly recommend to others" - "Absolutely beautiful house to stay at." - "Very pleasant stay"

This is a 2 bedroom near new holiday home (2018), 1 jBathroom, 2 toilets, Double spa bath, (Sleeps 5)
Group bookings available on request. 5 quality homes in the same complex.
Amazing Mountain Views from the dining room.
Cosy fireplace in the lounge with comfortable lounge seats.

Sky sport recently added

Set amongst similar homes in park like setting amongst established trees and native birds and plants. This 2 bedroom home is double glazed and gets the morning sun which streams into the open plan kitchen and living area. There is an outside deck which is surrounded by natural fauna and bird life. Home has a heat pump and wood fire in the main area and wall heaters in the bedrooms for your warmth and comfort. Two double beds with a single child foam mattress bunk above one double bed, for a guaranteed good night's sleep after a day on the mountain. Linen is included plus blankets and duvets and towels. Other modern comforts t.v. stereo, dishwasher, microwave etc...

Separate laundry and drying room for all your ski gear.
Home is very close to all the necessary amenities such as the train station, supermarket, cafes, restaurants the popular Powder keg restaurant and bar. Only a kilometre to The Junction then a short drive up the mountain road to Turoa ski field

Whether you enjoy a day of skiing, hiking or mountain biking you will be glad to get to a warm cosy cottage. There are numerous nature walks,in the area from beginners to advanced. Dont delay book your summer or winter holiday now in this beautiful natural setting of Aotearoa.
Strictly no parties and only checked in guests, no visitors

Special conditions:
Extras: Cleaning and linen fee charged.

Covid 19 outbreak
House will be thoroughly cleaned with disinfectant and aired between bookings..

- "Lovely little house with everything that we could possibly need. Super clean and lovely hosts." - "Excellent accommodation, the photos don’t do it justice this was very clean, the fire was amazing the house was so warm and cozy, the heat pump was on when we arrived. Plenty of cooking equipment and the kids loved the trampoline and the spa bath. we will definitely be back I can not rate this place enough. I didn’t want to leave! Highly recommended to all."

Mangawhero River Chalet offers accommodations in Ohakune, 11 miles from Turoa. Complimentary Wifi is offered throughout the property and private parking is available on site. The vacation home features 3 bedrooms, a fully equipped kitchen with a dishwasher and a microwave, a washing machine, and 2 bathrooms with a hair dryer. The accommodation is non-smoking. Guests can also relax in the garden. Whanganui Airport is 65 miles from the property.

- "Lovely stay, great facilities! Great for families" - "Absolutely stunning! Highly recommend" - "Great Stay and good family feeling"

A comfortable and warm 2 bedroom apartment with wonderful views of Mt Ruapehu and the native bush reserves from the lounge and deck.

Please note the apartment is UPSTAIRS only.

Ohakune is an adventure playground in both Winter and Summer and a great place for your base to explore nearby activities such as:
- Skiing and snowboarding
- Cycling and Mountain biking
- Fishing - many famous Trout Fishing Rivers nearby
- Restaurants and Bars are a 2 minute walk away
- Waterfalls and Rivers
- The world famous Tongariro Crossing
- Bridge to Nowhere
- Canoe Safaris - Overnight and day trips
- Tongariro National Park - fabulous hiking
- Quad biking
- Horse riding
- Scenic Helicopter flights
- Native Bird Life such as Kiwi and Whio (Blue Duck)
Plus much more!!
Special conditions:
NO PETS
NO parties
NO onsite Camping
NO extra guests
No Candles or Fires
- All prices include use of Queen Beds and linen only
- Use of single rollaway beds incur an extra fee for linen and make up
- All weekends during July to October require a minimum 2 night booking
- All holiday weekends require a minimum 3 day booking

Extras: Cleaning (Required, NZ$80.00 per stay); Linen (included);

- "The property was great and had everything you’d want in a holiday stay." - "We stayed in the apartment with family & absolutely loved it. The apartment was so warm & modern. The kitchen was fully equipped with everything you need. The rooms were spacious & warm, the bathroom was modern & overall the space was really clean. Ide say it’s one of the best places to stay in Ohakune, with hot tubs right next door and stunning mountain views from the living area. Host was kind & had great communication. I would stay again!"

Ngauruhoe Yurt - Ohakune Holiday Home offers accommodations in Ohakune, 11 miles from Turoa. Free Wifi is provided throughout the property and private parking is available on site. The vacation home features 3 bedrooms, a fully equipped kitchen with a dishwasher and an oven, a washing machine, and 1 bathroom with a hair dryer. A TV and DVD player, as well as a CD player are available. The accommodation is non-smoking. Guests at Ngauruhoe Yurt - Ohakune Holiday Home will be able to enjoy activities in and around Ohakune, like golfing and fishing. Whanganui Airport is 65 miles away.

- "Excellent accommodation." - "So cosy and functional, hospitable hosts extraordinaire." - "We enjoyed our collaboration of energy"

Adventure Quencher books out the whole (entire) lodge for your group. It has 10 bedrooms sleeping 36 guests (27 individual beds). Please bring your own linen (sheets and pillowcase, or a sleeping bag) and towels. Cuddly fluffy blankets, quilts, and pillows are provided.
An ensuite room with a double bed and kitchenette is perfect for grandparents who need a little quiet time, or for a teacher accompanying a school group. There is also 1 room with a double bed only.
Adventure Quencher Lodge is an ideal place for a reunion, school camp, or family and friends gatherings.
There is a well-equipped kitchen and large dining room/lounge with a massive fireplace to keep you cozy. A separate games room for the kids or use it as a work from home office. A drying room is available for all your snow, tramping or cycling gear.
You’re just a 21-minute drive from Whakapapa and 45 minutes from Turoa. If you’re here to enjoy the great walks in the dual World Heritage Tongariro National Park, the Mangatepopo Tongariro Crossing trailhead is just a 20-minute drive, and the shuttle service from National Park Village is next door!
We are conveniently located between Whakapapa & Turoa ski fields. The new Sky Waka, the largest gondola in the country is open all year round and can take you effortlessly to the Knoll Ridge Chalet with a range of eateries available. You can ski and snowboard from up the top of the Waka in winter or tackle some short alpine walks in the summertime.
There are many different Mountain biking options for the whole family available in the Ruapehu District. Mountain to Sea, Old Coach Road, Timber Trail, Fishers Track, 42 Traverse and the Bridge to Nowhere plus more.
Ohakune is only 25mins away, Taumarunui 30 minutes, or Turangi with its hot pools 35 minutes.
If you need to top up on supplies or need a café, restaurant, or bar, you’ll find a good selection in the village.
A secure shed with charging for e-bikes is planned very soon.

- "Thank you for the well equipped accommodation. I had a school group there and all enjoyed the stay." - "Adventure Quencher lodge was great for our group. Plenty of space and Beth great and easy to deal with. Definitely recommend." - "Perfect for a large group get-together." - "Great place to stay for a large group, well set up and spacious. great for the kids had games to occupy them. And close to the mountain" - "The facility delivered but the mountain didn't. Had a great time though. :)"

The Gingerbread House - Ohakune offers accommodations in Ohakune, 11 miles from Turoa. Free Wifi is featured throughout the property and private parking is available on site. The vacation home features 3 bedrooms, a fully equipped kitchen with a dishwasher and a microwave, a washing machine, and 1 bathroom with a hair dryer. A TV is provided. The accommodation is non-smoking. Guests can also relax in the garden. Whanganui Airport is 65 miles away.

- "Perfect cabin for a girls get away." - "Very enjoyable and good memories." - "Cute getaway cottage" - "Comfortable sized accommodation in good location for family"

A beautifully refurbished warm and cosy original Railway cottage in the quaint village of National Park, the Gateway to the Central Plateau area and the dual World Heritage listed Tongariro National Park.

This has been a family holiday home for thirty years, but now we want to share it with you, so you too, can enjoy the multitude of exciting adventures this stunning part of our country has to offer.

In the well-appointed beautifully sunny, north facing kitchen, you will find everything at your fingertips. We've purposely left out the draws and cupboards so you can see where everything is at a glance and there's a flash new stove with gas hobs.

The cosy, comfortable lounge area is open to the kitchen and dining area.

There are two bedrooms with queen beds and a large bunk room for the kids (2 pairs of bunk beds) which have been custom made, so plenty of head room for adults to sit and read. All the beds have electric blankets. There's heated towel rails in each of the bedrooms and a shower that NEVER runs out of hot water.

Duvets and pillows are provided. All other linen (including snuggly flannette sheets) is available on request and at an extra charge per person for the duration of your stay.

Lockable shed for your bikes and skis, plenty of off-street parking (4+ cars), attractive lawn and garden areas with a large lawn at the back of the house where children can play safely.

A two minute walk to the lovely Station Cafe. Other cafes and pubs are an easy walk. Walk the perimeter of the village in 25 minutes and enjoy the bright starry nights. Our skies are so clear here.

Four hours from Auckland and a little more from Wellington.

Don't forget to check out D.O.C.'s amazing Summer Time Programme. They provide a range of extremely interesting guided one day walks and excursions. There's something for all the family.

Special conditions:
Minimum stay 2 nights
Smoking allowed outside only

Extras: Linen (Optional, NZ$15.00 per person).

NOTE: Under Kiwi bach tradition you are expected to clean the house and do the dishes before you leave.

- "The house was lovely and the wood fire kept it very warm. It was only a 5 minute walk to the shuttle bus area for Whakapapa (Mt Ruapehu) shuttle buses, which was very convenient. Would definitely stay again." - "We had a perfect stay at the cottage. Beautiful high ceilings, perfectly equipped kitchen, felt very spacious and very comfy with the fire place!" - "Beautiful house, surprisingly spacious, and the log burner made it super warm and cosy for our late-winter stay. Handy to Whakapapa for snow activities. Very good, helpful communications from the property manager. Thank you."