The Lodges
Whakapapa Lodge
The Clubs premier on-mountain accommodation in the Iwikau Village, the Ngauruhoe Whakapapa lodge is located in the Iwikau Village high on the slopes of Mt Ruapehu, just 150m south west from the carpark at the top of the Bruce Road. Built on the site of the Clubs original building (which was burnt down by fire in 1988), it has won an architectural award for the excellence of its design. With 32 beds, impressive exposed beams, natural timber cladding, extensive stonework, and a comfortable interior, this is one of the most sought after places to stay on the mountain.
For most of the season - usually from July - October - there is a custodian in residence, providing catering for evening meals and breakfasts. When staying at the lodge, it is only necessary to bring a towel, sheets, and a pillowslip - duvets are provided. Members are able to host non-members to the Club, and all participate in a simple roster of duties, coordinated by a Lodge Officer who is also a senior Club Member.
What better opportunity to end a days skiing on the Mountain by skiing off the slopes directly to the front door of the lodge - followed by a sauna, hot showers, and conversations and hospitality around a roaring fire.
And at other times of the year the Lodge is available for use (a minimum of 5 persons) to enjoy the outdoors in this magnificent location. Try using the lodge as a base for mountain walks, bush walks, fishing, golf, and just enjoying everything that the Tongariro National Park has to offer.
Ohakune Lodge
When you ski Turoa, you should stay at our Ohakune Lodge. Set in a village enclave just off the main road, it has commanding views up to the Mountain. All rooms have ensuite facilities - four double bedrooms, and four bunk rooms sleeping four people each - family friendly accommodation for up to 24 people. A fully equipped kitchen, dining, and lounge area with fire provides a comfortable haven after a hard days skiing.
A local resident is engaged to provide custodial supervision of the Lodge - provisioning and general security - as well a cooking the Saturday night evening meal every weekend, and the evening meal six nights a week during the public school holidays. Members are able to host non - members to the Club, and all participate in a simple roster of duties. Duvets and pillows are provided, so guest only need to bring sheets, pillowcases, and towels, in addition to their personal gear.
You can drive your vehicle right to the door of this Lodge - a feature of appeal to many visitors. It is ideally suited to out of season use, with many activities on offer in the area, including walking and cycling tracks, easy access to white water rafting and kayaking on the Whanganui River, world renowned trout fishing on Tongariro river and golf at the Waimarino Club.