What is the difference between a 3-star hotel and a motel in Mount Ruapehu Ski Area?

A motel is a good option if you're planning to tour around Mount Ruapehu Ski Area. These properties are usually found near airports and highways, offer on-site parking and come with basic amenities and services. Book a 3-star hotel and you'll be more centrally located. With a wider choice of rooms and more amenities such as a lobby, gym and conference rooms, you can expect to pay more for hotel lodgings.

Do any 3-star hotels in Mount Ruapehu Ski Area have a pool?

If you're thinking about a holiday in Mount Ruapehu Ski Area during the summer months of December, January or February, consider a hotel with a swimming pool. Quality Suites Huka Falls and Settlers Motel are 3-star properties with this fun perk. January is a great time to get in the water as it's the warmest month. You can expect average daily temperatures between 9ºC at night and 20ºC during the day.

What 3-star hotels in Mount Ruapehu Ski Area have an on-site restaurant?

If your travels through Mount Ruapehu Ski Area include Taupo, check in to Lakefront Lodge Taupo . This 3-star pick has an on-site restaurant in addition to hosted evening meals and a terrace. Wellesley on the Lake Taupo is another top choice in this city. Eat without venturing from the convenience of your accommodation and enjoy access to an ocean view and a garden here.

Do any 3-star hotels in Mount Ruapehu Ski Area have WiFi?

Absolutely, so you can log in wherever you travel in Mount Ruapehu Ski Area. If you're visiting Taupo, Lakefront Lodge Taupo is a 3-star hotel that comes with WiFi. Quest Taupo Serviced Apartments is another recommendation in this city. Book one of these stays and easily read emails, book or plan other parts of your holiday and catch up with your loved ones while you're away.

What 3-star hotels in Mount Ruapehu Ski Area have parking?

Stay in one of our 3-star hotels with parking in Mount Ruapehu Ski Area and avoid the hassle of finding someplace to leave your ride. Settlers Motel and Sportsmans Lodge are two that offer this amenity and so much more. Get ready to be wowed by some of Mount Ruapehu Ski Area's most popular sights like Tongariro National Park and Mount Ruapehu.

Do any 3-star hotels in Mount Ruapehu Ski Area have rooms with a kitchenette?

Quest Taupo Serviced Apartments is one leading stay in Taupo, Mount Ruapehu Ski Area that comes with a kitchenette. This 3-star property also offers a garden and a swimming pool. Or check in and enjoy the flexibility of preparing your own meals at Grandeur Thermal Spa Resort . A garden and a terrace are a couple of other handy amenities here.

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HK$637 total

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22 Sept - 23 Sept

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"Staff very friendly, use of washer / dryer was really helpful. "

HK$683 total

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23 Sept - 24 Sept

"Lovely staff and well oresented.Great food."

HK$469 total

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24 Sept - 25 Sept

"it was a convenient stay being so close to town."

HK$306 total

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12 Oct - 13 Oct

"The hotel locates in a superb location. The hotel is not a new hotel, but I was impressed by the cleanness and the conditions that they maintain."

HK$661 total

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22 Sept - 23 Sept

"Warm comfy beds, everything we need."

HK$384 total

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24 Sept - 25 Sept

"Really lovely apartment, clean and comfortable furniture. The owner was really lovely and responsive to our needs. Would visit again."

HK$887 total

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6 Oct - 7 Oct

"Great place to stay close to everything and the staff are great"

HK$956 total

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1 Oct - 2 Oct

1 bedroom, iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets

"Had an awesome stay"

HK$1,011 total

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23 Sept - 24 Sept

"We really enjoyed our stay! A great place for families "

HK$563 total

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22 Sept - 23 Sept

"Its a beautiful older style building suitable for a weekend getaway"

HK$795 total

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6 Oct - 7 Oct

"Enjoyable stay thanks "

HK$802 total

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13 Oct - 14 Oct

Outdoor pool, pool umbrellas, pool loungers

"Loved our stay here, was cheap, great location and staff were very friendly and helpful "

HK$781 total

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24 Sept - 25 Sept

"Easy check in and check out, staff were awesome room was spacious and very clean. Would definitely stay again "

HK$639 total

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30 Sept - 1 Oct

"Room was provided with ample facilities. Clean, warm and comfortable. The lake view from the room was beautiful. "

HK$668 total

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5 Oct - 6 Oct

"Beautiful room and view and the owners were amazing!!"

HK$1,078 total

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22 Oct - 23 Oct

"It was a great stay, Nice and Calm, excellent area. "

HK$656 total

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"easy to find and book in ,nice units ,easy to get to town "

HK$568 total

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"Amazing experience, great location. Kids friendly and close to dinning and snow mountain "

HK$1,464 total

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"This is now the third time in 5 years that my wife and I have stayed at the Cottage Mews. We really like it there."

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What are the best 3-star hotels in Mount Ruapehu Ski Area?

You'll find a range of 3-star hotels across Mount Ruapehu Ski Area. Our guests highly recommend Quest Taupo Serviced Apartments in Taupo. It features a swimming pool and a garden, and is roughly 1.13 kilometres east of downtown. Lakefront Lodge Taupo is also popular. Around 2 kilometres southeast of central Taupo, it offers a lake view and a swimming pool.

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What is the difference between a 4-star and 3-star hotel in Mount Ruapehu Ski Area?

The biggest difference between a 3- and 4-star hotel in Mount Ruapehu Ski Area is the quality of service and availability of creature comforts. Three-star hotels are generally more affordable and provide the services and amenities required to ensure your comfort, such as WiFi, breakfast and a gym. You can count on a little more at a 4-star hotel — think upmarket interiors, deluxe bathroom products and perks like on-site spa centers.

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Silver Fern Lodge

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Tui Oaks Motel

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Grandeur Thermal Spa Resort

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Ika Nui Taupo

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Acacia Lake View Motel

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Taupo Thermal Motel & Spa - Adults Only

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Skotel Alpine Resort

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Mountain Heights Lodge

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Lake Taupo Motor Inn

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Lakeland Resort Taupo

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The Cove Taupo

Quest Taupo Serviced Apartments

Quest Taupo Serviced Apartments

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Anchorage Resort Taupo

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Quality Inn Acapulco Taupo

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