Near Taranaki Falls, The Park Hotel Ruapehu offers a tranquil retreat with a garden and 2 spa tubs. Indulge in the buffet breakfast, connect to WiFi, or unwind at the bar while enjoying helpful staff and great dining options.
6 Millar Street, Tongariro National Park, National Park Village, 3948
What's nearby
Marton Sash and Door Cycling Park - 10 min walk - 0.9 km
Tongariro National Park - 5 min drive - 7.5 km
Raurimu Spiral - 13 min drive - 10.4 km
Tongariro National Park Whakapapa Visitor Centre - 14 min drive - 19.6 km
Whakapapa Ski Area - 20 min drive - 25.7 km
Getting around
Taupō Airport (TUO) - 66 min drive
Restaurants
Schnapps Bar - 3 min walk
Macrocarpa Cafe - 6 min walk
Eivins Bistro Bar - 3 min walk
The Station Cafe and Restaurant - 11 min walk
Basekamp - 9 min walk
About this property
The Park Hotel Ruapehu
At The Park Hotel Ruapehu, you'll be within a 10-minute drive of Tongariro National Park. You can grab a bite to eat at the restaurant or wind down at the end of the day with a drink from the bar/lounge. Other highlights include 2 hot tubs, a terrace, and a garden. Fellow travelers say great things about the helpful staff and restaurant.
Languages
English
At a glance
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Hotel size
78 rooms
Arranged over 2 floors
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Arriving/Leaving
Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; Check-in end time: 8:00 PM
Minimum check-in age: 18
Check-out time is 10 AM
Contactless check-out available
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Special check-in instructions
The property charges 2 percent for credit card payments
The front desk is open daily from 7:00 AM - 8:00 PM
Front desk staffed during limited hours
This property doesn't offer after-hours check-in
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Required at check-in
Credit card, debit card, or cash deposit required for incidental charges
Government-issued photo ID may be required
Minimum guest age is 18
Minimum check-in age is 18
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Pets
Pets not allowed
Service animals welcome
WIFI
Internet
Free WiFi in public areas
Free WiFi in rooms
LOCAL_PARKING
Parking
Free onsite self parking
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Other information
Smoke-free property
Property amenities
Food and drink
Buffet breakfast (surcharge) each morning 6:30 AM–9:30 AM
Restaurant
Bar/lounge
What to do
Golfing nearby
Hiking/biking trails nearby
Mountain biking nearby
Kayaking nearby
Downhill skiing nearby
Skydiving nearby
Snowboarding nearby
Working away
Conference space
Services
Front desk (limited hours)
Tour/ticket assistance
Laundry facilities
Luggage storage
Facilities
Built in 2006
Garden
Terrace
2 hot tubs
Banquet hall
Accessibility
Upper floors accessible by stairs only
Room amenities
Be entertained
Flat-screen television
Home comfort
Heating
Electric kettle
Iron/ironing board (on request)
Sleep well
Bed sheets provided
Freshen up
Shower only
Hair dryer (on request)
Towels
Stay connected
Free WiFi
Food and drink
Refrigerator
More
Daily housekeeping
Fees & policies
Optional extras
Buffet breakfast is offered for an extra charge of approximately NZD 28 for adults and NZD 14 for children
Credit card charges are subject to an extra charge of 2 percent
Policies
This property does not have elevators.
Guests can rest easy knowing there's a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, and a first aid kit on site.
This property accepts credit cards and cash.
Credit cards accepted: Visa, Mastercard
Cashless transactions are available.
Also known as
Park Travellers
Park Travellers Lodge
Park Hotel Ruapehu National Park Village
Park Hotel Ruapehu
Park Ruapehu National Park Village
Park Ruapehu
The Park Travellers Hotel National Village
The Park Hotel Ruapehu Hostel/Backpacker accommodation
The Park Hotel Ruapehu Hostel
The Park Hotel Ruapehu Hotel
The Park Hotel Ruapehu National Park Village
The Park Hotel Ruapehu Hotel National Park Village
Frequently asked questions
Does The Park Hotel Ruapehu offer free cancellation for a full refund?
Yes, The Park Hotel Ruapehu does have fully refundable room rates available to book on our site. If you’ve booked a fully refundable room rate, this can be cancelled up to a few days before check-in depending on the property's cancellation policy. Just make sure to check this property's cancellation policy for the exact terms and conditions.
Are pets allowed at The Park Hotel Ruapehu?
Sorry, pets aren't allowed, but service animals are welcome.
Is parking offered on site at The Park Hotel Ruapehu?
Yes, there's free self parking.
What are the check-in and check-out times at The Park Hotel Ruapehu?
Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; Check-in end time: 8:00 PM. Check-out time is 10 AM. Contactless check-out is available.
What is there to do at The Park Hotel Ruapehu and nearby?
Have fun with activities like hiking, kayaking, and mountain biking, and practice your swing at the nearby golf course. Soothe your senses in one of the 2 hot tubs or enjoy the use of a garden.
Are there restaurants at or near The Park Hotel Ruapehu?
Yes, there's an onsite restaurant.
What's the area around The Park Hotel Ruapehu like?
The Park Hotel Ruapehu is a short 12-minute walk from Fishers Track and 14 minutes' walk from Marton Sash and Door Cycling Park.
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The Park Hotel Ruapehu Reviews
Reviews
8.2
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8.6/10
Cleanliness
8.6/10
Staff & service
8.0/10
Amenities
7.8/10
Property conditions & facilities
8.0/10
Eco-friendliness
Popular mentions
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Restaurant
Service staff
Food
Location
Value
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Family friendly
Bathroom
Mountain
What guests liked
The in-house restaurant offered well-prepared meals, was reasonably priced, and had a cozy atmosphere with a wood fire. (15 reviews)
The hot tubs were wonderful and super clean, perfect for relaxation after a long hike. (6 reviews)
The spa was excellent, offering great relaxation options with two spa pools. (3 reviews)
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Reviews
10/10
A comfortable room, great food at the restaurant, and only 20ish minutes from Whakapapa made this place perfect for us
Adrian
2-night trip
8/10
Stay was really good. Check in and check out was like a breeze. Friendly staff.
Deepa
2-night trip
10/10
Great location and property for functions. Enjoyed the accommodation and service
Rachel
2-night trip
10/10
Always a great stay!
Raelene
2-night trip
8/10
Good place to stay, nothing fancy but has all you need
Stanislavs
1-night trip
10/10
Great stay, clean comfy rooms, nice bar and restaurant.
Patrick
2-night trip
10/10
Great place, would recommend
Steph
1-night trip
8/10
Third time staying here as it has been a convenient stopover on long drives to charge the EV. Unfortunately the hotel EV charger was out of action, I hope this will be reinstated
James
1-night trip
10/10
Great location to visit the park and do the Tongariro Alpine hike.
Malik
1-night trip
10/10
Good value for short stay. Nice restaurant facility
Terry
1-night trip
10/10
Lovely hotel, staff very helpful and friendly. Great restaurant.
Julia
2-night trip
10/10
Amazing place to stay. Excellent all round with super, on site restaurant. Thoroughly recommend a stay!!
William
1-night trip
10/10
The location was quick and easy to access the gondola ride and to see the visitor center, which has quite a bit of information as well as Gollum‘s pool know as Tawhai waterfall
Steven
1-night trip
10/10
The location of the property next to the highway and in the national park
and the family like atmosphere in the resturant
srinivas
2-night trip
10/10
Well located with a good testaurant.
Jean pierre
1-night trip
8/10
Overall good property
Paul
2-night trip
6/10
Restaurant food and service was good.
Room was ok - bathroom was spartan.
Don
1-night trip
10/10
Great staff, stunning views and a top bar and restaurant
Ian
1-night trip
8/10
Its pretty adequately placed near to the hiking spot for the alpine crossing about 25 mins away from katetahi car park.
Avinash
2-night trip
10/10
Nice clean hotel great value buffet breakfast good location for skiing.
michael
1-night trip
8/10
A great experience overall:)
Ian
1-night trip
8/10
The rooms are not really confortable but the value is Ok because it is cheap.
BENOIT
1-night trip
10/10
Second time staying at this property and it is always great! Great location if you are planning on doing the Tongariro Alpine Crossing. Room was spacious and clean. Staff was friendly.
Lindsay
5-night trip
8/10
Exceeded our expectations.
Cathryn
1-night trip
10/10
For a small little spot it’s convenient if you’re hiking Tongariro