Mount Ruapehu Ski Area Travel Guide
Tourist Guide
Visit Mount Ruapehu Ski Area
Where to stay in Mount Ruapehu Ski Area
Taupō Central
If you're spending some time in Taupō Central, Taupō Marina and Boat Ramp and Lake Taupō are top sights worth seeing.
Acacia Bay
Lake views and restaurants are notable features of Acacia Bay. You might consider stopping by Lake Taupō while you're exploring the neighbourhood.
Wharewaka
While visiting Wharewaka, you might make a stop by sights like Lake Taupō and The Landing Lake Taupō.
Two Mile Bay
While Two Mile Bay may not have many sights to explore, venturing just a little farther will lead you to top things to see and do like Taupō Hot Springs and Taupō Marina and Boat Ramp.
Rainbow Point
While visiting Rainbow Point, you might make a stop by sights like Lake Taupō and Three Mile Bay.
Waiotaka Valley
When in Waiotaka Valley, you can plan a visit to Tongariro National Trout Centre and River Vineyard, some noteworthy sights in the nearby area.
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 2 May 2026
Skotel Alpine Resort
The staff provided extremely helpful suggestions regarding what to do in our limited time there.
Reviewed on 1 May 2026
Turangi Leisure Lodge
Late check-in was easy. Room was clean and warm when we arrived. Good value for money.
Reviewed on 5 May 2026
Rocky Mountain Chalets
Chalet was will appointed and felt very comfortable, plenty of heating options too for those cold nights
Reviewed on 12 May 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 28 Mar 2026
Pukawa Villas (Formerly Oreti Village Resort)
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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. Visit the lively bars or top-notch restaurants in this relaxing area.
Tongariro National Park
Enjoy the mountain views and explore Tongariro National Park, a lovely green space in Tongariro National Park. Savour the top-notch restaurants and lively bars while in town.
Huka Falls
Enjoy the mountain views and explore Huka Falls, a lovely green space in Rotokawa. Stroll along the lakeside or visit the spas in this relaxing area.
Tongariro Alpine Crossing
Explore the great outdoors at Tongariro Alpine Crossing, a lovely green space in Tongariro National Park. Visit 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
Enjoy the mountain views and explore Craters of the Moon, a lovely green space in Wairakei. Stroll along the lakeside or visit the spas in this relaxing area.
- Mount Ruapehu
- Lake Taupō
- Taupō Hot Springs
- Huka Falls
- Turoa Ski Area
- Tongariro Alpine Crossing
- Craters of the Moon
- Spa Thermal Park
- A.C. Baths
- Mount Tongariro
- Taupō Marina and Boat Ramp
- Taupō i-SITE Visitor Information Centre
- Taranaki Falls
- Big Carrot
- Taupō Museum and Art Gallery
- Ohakune Old Coach Road
- Te Porere Redoubt
- The Landing Lake Taupō
- Tongariro National Trout Centre
- Mount Ngauruhoe
- Kuratau Jetty
- Waimarino Golf Club
- Waipahihi Botanical Gardens
