Fodor's Expert Review Discovery Lodge

State Hwy. 47, Whakapapa Village, Manawatu-Wanganui, 3948, New Zealand

The only tourist lodging in the park to give a panoramic view of three active volcanoes is this friendly complex, only minutes from the ski slopes. Most accommodations are in self-contained apartments and chalets. One-bedroom units sleep up to five people. There's also a pair of double rooms priced for backpackers, as well as powered campsites. The restaurant serves breakfast and dinner; packed lunches are available on request. On-site amenities include a fully licensed bar and a guest lounge with sundeck. The lodge also runs its own shuttle to the Tongariro Alpine Crossing, arriving just before 6 am.

PROS

  • handy to the village
  • close to the start of the Tongariro Alpine Crossing and their shuttle gets you there quite early
  • good food

CONS

  • a long way from shops
  • breakfast not included
  • not a good range of shuttle times to the crossing

QUICK FACTS

Apartment
Family
$$$

HOTEL INFO

Phones: 07-892–2744 | 0800-122–122

HOTEL DETAILS

22 rooms
Rate Includes: No Meals

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