The Park Travellers Lodge

The Park Hotel offers the biggest variety of accommodation in National Park and is the ideal base for exploring New Zealand's most popular one day walk - The Tongariro Alpine Crossing. From spacious hotel style rooms, to self catered family rooms to premium dorm style bunk rooms, there is an accommodation style to suit every guests needs and budget. Enjoy picturesque alpine views of Mts Ruapehu, Tongariro and Ngauruhoe (Mt Doom in the Lord of the Rings filming locations) from the hotel. The on-site Spiral Restaurant & Bar is full of character and is open daily. The outdoor hot tubs, courtyard hammocks & open fireplaces are complimentary for guests and offer the perfect opportunity to relax and unwind after a day of adventure in the Ruapehu region. The Park Hotel offers return transfers to the start of many hiking and cycling trails. Return transfer costs from the hotel Tongariro Crossing 26 per person, Whakapapa Village 26 per person, Mountains to Sea Bike Trails 26 per person, paid direct to the hotel.\n\nLocation\nLocated in the North Islands National Park Village near the base of Mt Ruapehu, at the intersection of State Highway 4 and State Highway 47 on the volcanic plateau. The property is about 1 hours drive south from Taupo.\n\nDistance\n100 kms to the airport (taupo airport)\n320 kms to the airport (auckland airport)\n1 km to the nearest station (national park)\n2 minute walk to the nearest bus stop\n\nRooms\nThe Standard Double / Twin Room are hotel style rooms featuring a standard ensuite with shower, desk and chair, flat screen television, fridge, tea and coffee making facilities and internal heating. Linen, toiletries and towels are provided. Standard Double bedding is one Double Bed and Standard Twin is two Single Beds.\n\nRestaurant\nThe on-site Spiral Restaurant & Bar is full of character and is open daily. There is also a fully equipped commual kitchen for self catering option. There is a large communal lounge and TV area.\n\nExterior\nA low rise wood and stone building.\n\nLobby\nA small check in and reception area with helpful and friendly staff.