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About this property

Situated in the beauty of National Park and hosting guests for over forty years, Howard’s Mountain Lodge presents an idyllic and serene base from which to take in the epic scenery of the central plateau region. Featuring several guest lounges with fireplaces, Howard’s Lodge is situated in the heart of National Park Village which is on the doorstep of the Tongariro Alpine Crossing and the Mt. Ruapehu Sky Waka {gondola}. Howard’s is known for catering to a wide range of room accommodations, meeting the needs of families, couples, individual travellers, school groups, sports clubs and other small and large groups including retreats and corporate stays and rewards. In the Main building, guests will find a combination of Family and Queen Deluxe Ensuite rooms with private bath facilities. The Ski Lodge building offers our guests a selection of Double & Twin Rms whilst the private RUAPEHU WING stands as a [5] bedroom accommodation with a fully stocked kitchen, perfect for couples wanting the ultimate privacy or for visiting groups of friends and families. For the enjoyment of our guests, there are multiple activities within the immediate surrounding area including the world renowned Tongariro Alpine Crossing {with a host of beautiful short walks throughout the valley region}, canoeing and river rafting, numerous mountain biking trails, trout fishing and nearby thermal pools. Howard’s Lodge is within proximity to Taupo where you will find a variety of fine restaurants, outdoor cafes, retail shops plus many exciting adventures and activities. You may be eligible for a Genius discount at Howard’s Mountain Lodge. To check if a Genius discount is available for your selected dates sign in. Genius discounts at this property are subject to actual booking dates and other available deals.

Couples particularly like the location — they rated it 9.0 for a two-person trip.

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Property highlights

Top location: Highly rated by recent guests (8.9)

  • Free private parking available on-site


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Room type
Number of guests
 
2 single beds
1 single bed
and
1 bunk bed
and
1 large double bed
2 single beds
1 double bed
1 single bed
and
1 large double bed
1 double bed
1 bunk bed
1 bunk bed
and
1 large double bed
Bedroom 1
1 large double bed
Bedroom 2
1 double bed
Bedroom 3
1 double bed
Bedroom 4
2 single beds
Bedroom 5
2 single beds
2 bunk beds
and
1 large double bed
and
1 futon bed
Bedroom 1
2 single beds
Bedroom 2
2 single beds
Bedroom 3
1 double bed
Bedroom 4
1 double bed
Bedroom 5
1 double bed
Bedroom 6
1 double bed
Bedroom 7
1 double bed
Bedroom 8
1 bunk bed
and
1 large double bed
1 single bed
and
1 bunk bed
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Guests who stayed here loved

Tihi
New Zealand New Zealand
Liked everything, location, owners, cleanliness and spacious, we stayed in the house that accommodated for 6 adults a teen and 3 children under 8 it was definitely a family lodge. We will be back.
Utara
New Zealand New Zealand
Booked last minute on line and the place exceeds my expectations, love the rooms and kitchen. Wonderful service from staff; lady at reception with the gentleman on the premises are kind and very friendly. Enjoyed our stay so much it feels like...
Ngawai
New Zealand New Zealand
Great service, comfy beds, very clean and tidy. Lots of parking, great location for the maunga
Andrea
New Zealand New Zealand
Had everything we needed & some- drying room, lounge areas & kitchen. We had a spacious double room with onsuite. We'll be back for our next ski trip
Arnenia
New Zealand New Zealand
The property is well maintained and they accomodated us ..
Sandra
New Zealand New Zealand
A place with everything you need, large equipped kitchen, if you come in a group you have a game room, with pool and a TV with DVD to watch movies. The bed was very soft, but in general everything was very good
Sam
New Zealand New Zealand
Excellent location to skiing field; cozy room and super friendly staff
Delos
New Zealand New Zealand
A comfortable and relaxing stay in a convenient location.
Olivia
Australia Australia
This is the second time that I've booked to stay here. The first time it was to do the Tongariro Alpine Crossing and the most recent time was to ski Mt Ruapehu. The rooms are perfect for what they are, we had a double and bunk beds, there's a...
Paris
Australia Australia
Really homely feel. Perfect location for exploring the national park. Good kitchen facilities. The loft is cool.

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Facilities of Howard's Mountain Lodge

Most popular facilities

  • Free WiFi
  • Free parking
  • Non-smoking rooms
  • Facilities for disabled guests
  • Family rooms

House rules

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Check-in
From 14:00 to 18:00
Guests are required to show a photo identification and credit card upon check-in
You'll need to let the property know in advance what time you'll arrive.
Check-out
From 05:00 to 10:00
Cancellation/ prepayment
Cancellation and prepayment policies vary according to accommodation type. Please enter the dates of your stay and check the conditions of your required option.
Children and beds

Child policies

Children of any age are welcome.

Children 2 years and above will be charged as adults at this property.

To see correct prices and occupancy information, please add the number of children in your group and their ages to your search.

Cot and extra bed policies

Cots and extra beds are not available at this property.

No age restriction
There is no age requirement for check-in
Pets
Pets are not allowed.
Groups
When booking more than 4 rooms, different policies and additional supplements may apply.
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The fine print

Need-to-know information for guests at this property

Guests arriving outside reception opening hours are kindly requested to inform the hotel in advance. Contact details can be found on the booking confirmation.

Please note that there is a 2% charge when you pay with a credit card.

Please advise the property of the age of guests staying in each room. You can use the Special Requests box when booking, or contact the property using the contact details found on the booking confirmation.

Guests are required to show a photo identification and credit card upon check-in. Please note that all Special Requests are subject to availability and additional charges may apply.

Please inform Howard's Mountain Lodge in advance of your expected arrival time. You can use the Special Requests box when booking, or contact the property directly with the contact details provided in your confirmation.

In response to Coronavirus (COVID-19), additional safety and sanitation measures are in effect at this property.

Food & beverage services at this property may be limited or unavailable due to Coronavirus (COVID-19).

Due to Coronavirus (COVID-19), this property is taking steps to help protect the safety of guests and staff. Certain services and amenities may be reduced or unavailable as a result.

Due to Coronavirus (COVID-19), this property has reduced reception and service operating hours.

In accordance with government guidelines to minimise transmission of the Coronavirus (COVID-19), this property may request additional documentation from guests to validate identity, travel itinerary and other relevant information, during dates where such guidelines exist.

Spa and gym facilities at this property are unavailable due to Coronavirus (COVID-19).