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The Best Hotels for Skiing in Taupo

Where to Stay for Skiing and Snowboarding in Taupo

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If you're looking for the perfect ski vacation, you can't go wrong with the ski hotels and resorts in Taupo. We've analyzed all of the hotels here based on key criteria and have found the best ski resorts and ski hotels in Taupo, New Zealand. Whether you're looking for ski resorts, ski hotels, cabins, or affordable ski lodging, we've analyzed everything. We have found the cheapest ski lodging, the best ski resort hotels, and the top ski in ski out hotels in Taupo. If you're looking for the biggest ski resorts or the most luxurious ones, we've found those too. You can also opt for ski cabins or a ski lodge for a cozier, more intimate experience. Soon winter will be in full swing, so now is the perfect time book that next ski trip. And when you're ready for a break, the apres ski scene here is always lively. Whether you're a beginner looking for bunny slopes or a seasoned pro seeking out the black diamond runs, you'll want to stay in a great hotel. So, let's get to it: here are the best ski resorts and ski hotels in Taupo for your next trip.

Nearby Mount Ruapehu offers access to the longest running ski season in both Australia and New Zealand. From June until October you can enjoy the largest commercial ski areas around. There are options for everyone from young beginners to experts. The two main ski resorts in the area are Whakapapa Ski Area and Tūroa Ski Area.

(Prices are listed in U.S. Dollars.)

Absolute Lake View Motel

Motel with prices starting at $106 (before taxes) - See All Prices
Perfect for a Ski Trip with Friends
  • Great Value: the price is lower than average for ski hotels.
  • Room service
  • Heated pool
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Located at 58 Lake Terrace, Absolute Lake View Motel has great rooms from $106 (before taxes). It offers skiing, room service, a fitness center, scuba diving, and snorkeling. It has a terrific 7.70 rating out of 10 from previous guests who have stayed here. Only 1.3 km from the city center, skiers will especially love hiking, rooms with kitchens, rooms with kitchenettes, laundry services, and golf at this terrific hotel. Having a kitchenette is a nice way for you to have some meals in the room, too. The price of this hotel is less than average for ski hotels, which makes it a great value.

Ski Hotel Amenities
  • Skiing
  • Room service
  • Hiking
  • Kitchen
  • Laundry service
  • Hot tub
  • Spa and wellness center
  • Indoor pool
  • Heated pool
More Great Amenities
  • Fitness center
  • Scuba diving
  • Snorkeling
  • Kitchenette
  • Pets allowed
  • Free parking
  • Horse riding
  • Fishing
  • Family rooms
  • Microwave
  • Refrigerator
  • Breakfast in the room
  • Infinity pool
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Hilton Lake Taupo

5-star Hotel with prices starting at $144 (before taxes) - See All Prices
Among the Best Hotels for a Ski Getaway
  • Family-Friendly
  • Room service
  • Heated pool
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A great place to stay is Hilton Lake Taupo which has nice rooms starting at $144. Offering an outdoor pool, skiing, room service, a restaurant, and a fitness center, it also has a great guest rating of 8.30 out of 10 from many previous guests. It's located at 80-100 Napier Road. This relaxing hotel is also nice because it offers a bar, rooms with kitchens, rooms with kitchenettes, laundry services, and a hot tub which visitors will enjoy. Also, it's just 2.7 km from the city center. And with the ability to cook your own meals in the kitchen, you can save money and time.

Ski Hotel Amenities
  • Skiing
  • Room service
  • Restaurant
  • Bar/Lounge
  • Kitchen
  • Laundry service
  • Hot tub
  • Heated pool
  • Family-Friendly
More Great Amenities
  • Outdoor pool
  • Fitness center
  • Kitchenette
  • Child pool
  • Bicycle rental
  • Fishing
  • Family rooms
  • Microwave
  • Refrigerator
  • Breakfast in the room
  • Luxury
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The Cove Taupo

Motel with prices starting at $94 (before taxes) - See All Prices
A Perfect Winter Getaway Hotel in Taupo
  • Great Value: the price is lower than average for 3-star hotels.
  • Family-Friendly
  • Room service
  • Heated pool
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We found The Cove Taupo to be a great place to stay, and the price starts at $94. We loved that is has skiing, room service, hiking, mountain views, and rooms with kitchenettes, and it also has a terrific guest rating of 8.30 out of 10 from previous guests. It's located at 213 Lake Terrace. You'll also find laundry services, golf, city views, a hot tub, and free parking which vacationers will love. And this fantastic hotel is just 2.5 km from the center of town. It's always nice having a heated pool to relax in. It's a great value, too, because it's less than the average price for ski hotels.

Ski Hotel Amenities
  • Skiing
  • Room service
  • Hiking
  • Laundry service
  • Hot tub
  • Heated pool
  • Family-Friendly
More Great Amenities
  • Kitchenette
  • Free parking
  • Horse riding
  • Fishing
  • Family rooms
  • Coffee shop
  • Microwave
  • Refrigerator
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Cascades Lakefront Motel

Motel with prices starting at $113 (before taxes) - See All Prices
A Fun Ski Hotel in Taupo
  • High Quality: guest ratings are higher than average.
  • Room service
  • Heated pool
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With terrific rooms from $113, Cascades Lakefront Motel, at 303 Lake Terrace provides an outdoor pool, skiing, room service, mountain views, and rooms with kitchens. Its terrific guest rating is 8.60 out of 10 from previous guests staying here. Skiers and snowboarders will really like this fun hotel which also offers rooms with kitchenettes, child care, laundry services, pet-friendly rooms, and a hot tub. It's located just 3.1 km from the city center, too. Everyone loves a nice pool, and you won't be disappointed with this one.

Ski Hotel Amenities
  • Skiing
  • Room service
  • Kitchen
  • Babysitting / Child Care
  • Laundry service
  • Hot tub
  • Spa and wellness center
  • Heated pool
More Great Amenities
  • Outdoor pool
  • Kitchenette
  • Pets allowed
  • Free parking
  • Bicycle rental
  • Family rooms
  • Microwave
  • Refrigerator
  • Playground
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Colonial Lodge Motel

Motel with prices starting at $109 (before taxes) - See All Prices
A Great Ski Hotel
  • High Quality: guest ratings are higher than average.
  • Room service
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Colonial Lodge Motel has a great guest rating of 8.40 out of 10, and offers skiing, room service, a water park, hiking, and rooms with kitchens. The great rooms here start at $109 before taxes and depending on the season. It can be found at 134 Lake Terrace. Furthermore, it also offers rooms with kitchenettes, child care, golf, a hot tub, and free parking, which is nice for travelers. Just 1.6 km from the city center, this terrific hotel is a terrific choice. Having a water park here is a terrific addition, too.

Ski Hotel Amenities
  • Skiing
  • Room service
  • Water park
  • Hiking
  • Kitchen
  • Babysitting / Child Care
  • Hot tub
More Great Amenities
  • Kitchenette
  • Free parking
  • Fishing
  • Family rooms
  • Microwave
  • Refrigerator
  • Breakfast in the room
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Le Chalet Suisse Motel Taupo

Motel with prices starting at $98 (before taxes) - See All Prices
Near the Slopes in Taupo
  • Great Value: the price is lower than average for 4-star hotels.
  • Family-Friendly
  • Room service
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The great guest rating of Le Chalet Suisse Motel Taupo is 8.20 out of 10. This place has an outdoor pool, skiing, room service, hiking, and mountain views. Prices for the terrific rooms are from $98, and it's located at Corner Titiraupenga & Northcroft Streets P.O. Box 1381. We also love the rooms with kitchens, rooms with kitchenettes, laundry services, a hot tub, and free parking which are great for skiers. And since it's just 1.2 km from the center of the town, the location is great, too. You'll love relaxing in the hot tub at the end of the day, too. The price of this hotel is less than average for ski hotels, which makes it a great value.

Ski Hotel Amenities
  • Skiing
  • Room service
  • Hiking
  • Kitchen
  • Laundry service
  • Hot tub
  • Family-Friendly
More Great Amenities
  • Outdoor pool
  • Kitchenette
  • Free parking
  • Horse riding
  • Fishing
  • Family rooms
  • Microwave
  • Refrigerator
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Bella Vista Motel Taupo

Motel with prices starting at $97 (before taxes) - See All Prices
A Great Hotel for a Family Ski Trip
  • Great Value: the price is lower than average for 4-star hotels.
  • High Quality: guest ratings are higher than average.
  • Family-Friendly
  • Room service
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A cool place is Bella Vista Motel Taupo because it has great rooms that start at $97. It has skiing, room service, rooms with kitchens, rooms with kitchenettes, and child care, it also earned a great guest rating of 8.60 out of 10 from people who have stayed here before. It's found at 145 Heuheu Street. Only 0.8 km from the city center, visitors will especially love laundry services, free parking, laundry facilities, family rooms, and a tour desk at this fantastic hotel. Nothing says relaxation like having room service delivered. It's also less than the average price for ski hotels, so it's a great value.

Ski Hotel Amenities
  • Skiing
  • Room service
  • Kitchen
  • Babysitting / Child Care
  • Laundry service
  • Family-Friendly
More Great Amenities
  • Kitchenette
  • Free parking
  • Family rooms
  • Microwave
  • Refrigerator
  • Breakfast in the room
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Also, take a look at the Ski hotels in nearby destinations: Ohakune and Turangi.

For more terrific hotel ideas in Taupo, make sure you also see Best Family-Friendly Hotels in Taupo, Best Cheap Hotels in Taupo, Best Luxury Hotels in Taupo, Best Pet-Friendly Hotels in Taupo, Best Hotels for First Time Visitors in Taupo, Best Hotels for a Weekend Getaway in Taupo, Best Hotels for One Week in Taupo, Best Hotels for One Night in Taupo, or Best Romantic Hotels for Couples in Taupo.


How much do ski resort hotels cost in Taupo?

Taupo Average Ski Hotel Price
$109

Travelers to Taupo, New Zealand will have a large number of terrific ski accommodation options with a variety of great prices. The price of ski hotels here can vary by amenities, dates, and the neighborhood. Based on thorough data from 7 ski hotels, their average price is a very reasonable $109. If you're interested in more information about hotels here, see our guide to hotel prices in Taupo.

The average prices of our suggested ski hotels by star rating:

  • 5-star hotels: $144
  • 4-star hotels: $104
  • 3-star hotels: $100


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