A Classic hotel located superbly in the foothills of Mount Ruapehu within the Tongariro national park. Ideal for skiing in winter, or hiking in the summer. Famous throughout New Zealand and Worldwide. The best base for those doing the Tongariro crossing one day hike. SE1008.

A Grand hotel built in 1929, designed on classical lines.

A mixture of room configurations , king, twin or king plus single beds. Tastefully designed in keeping with the heritage style of the property. Most have bathtubs but some with shower only. Disabled facility rooms also available.

There is one formal restaurant and three cafe style dining options. Main dining restaurant is the Ruapehu restaurant. the Pihanga cafe is open all day and is modern cafe style.

A medium sized lobby.

At the foot of Mount Ruapehu in the Tongariro National park. (world Heritage park). 100kms from Taupo, 18kms from National park railway station.

Area Details

• 95 kms to the airport (taupo)
• 364 kms to the airport (auckland)
• 15 km to the nearest station (tongariro national park)