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
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 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
"Hotel was in exelent located for the mount Ruapehu. Looked like some staff were in training and one night the forgot out food order for over 1 hour. All very plesent and apologize. Not much tea and coffee in room on arrival"
Reviewed on May 31, 2026
Mountain Heights Lodge
"Place was great for the car event we were at! Was right in the middle of the track & the local shops."
Reviewed on May 24, 2026
Turangi Leisure Lodge
"Didn't like the shower curtain"
Reviewed on May 30, 2026
Rocky Mountain Chalets
"Great place to stsy"
Reviewed on May 16, 2026
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 Mar 28, 2026
Pukawa Villas (Formerly Oreti Village Resort)
"Excellent place to stay. Beautiful views, very quiet. Good parking."
Reviewed on May 22, 2026
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.
Explore a world of travel with Expedia
- Mount Ruapehu
- Lake Taupō
- Tongariro National Park
- Taupō Hot Springs
- Whakapapa Ski Area
- Tongariro Alpine Crossing
- Huka Falls
- Turoa Ski Area
- Craters of the Moon
- A.C. Baths
- Spa Thermal Park
- Mount Tongariro
- Tongariro National Park Whakapapa Visitor Centre
- Wairakei International Golf Course
- Big Carrot
- Taupō Museum and Art Gallery
- The Landing Lake Taupō
- Maori Carvings
- Taranaki Falls
- Tokaanu Thermal Pools
- Ohakune Old Coach Road
- Te Porere Redoubt
- Ohakune i-SITE Visitor Information Centre
- Mount Ngauruhoe
- Waimarino Golf Club
- Waipahihi Botanical Gardens
