Lodge

Chateau Tongariro Hotel

Whakapapa Village, Manawatū-Whanganui

Historic grand hotel at the foot of Ruapehu. Good for tea, even if you don't stay.

Cost
Paid
Booking
Best to book

The Chateau opened in 1929 and still dominates Whakapapa Village. You can drop in for a coffee or afternoon tea and a look around, even if you don't stay.

Good to know

  • Stop in for coffee and the view
  • Book rooms early in ski season
Best time
Any time
Open
All year
Getting there
Sealed road
Vehicles
Campervans fine
Dogs
No dogs

Facilities

  • Toilets
  • Wi-Fi

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