THE LODGES

Two warm, welcoming bases on either side of the mountain

PREMIUM ACCESS TO MT RUAPEHU

Tongariro Ski Club is proud to offer two premium, well-loved lodges, one at Whakapapa and one at Ohakune, giving members the freedom to enjoy Mt Ruapehu from both sides. Each lodge is warm, inviting, and designed for easy, memorable ski days with family and friends. With prime locations, cosy bunk rooms, and all the essentials ready and waiting, you spend less time getting to the snow and more time being on it.

WHAKAPAPA LODGE

Top of the Bruce · Ski-in, ski-out

Perched proudly on the mountain, just a five-minute walk from the Top of the Bruce, our Whakapapa lodge offers the kind of access snow lovers dream about. In good conditions, you can click in at the door and glide straight to the Gondola or Rangatira chairlift. Built in the late 90s, the Whakapapa lodge is the newest and best-equipped lodge on the mountain.

Inside, you'll find a warm, communal atmosphere with panoramic alpine views, hearty meals prepared by our resident chef, and spaces designed for relaxing after big days on the hill. Whether you're sharing stories by the open fire or drying gear for tomorrow's adventure, this lodge is the beating heart of our winter season.

Capacity: 32 bunks
Catering: Fully catered
Access: Five-minute walk from Top of the Bruce (no road access)
Season: Winter
Amenities: Drying room, lockers, ski storage, ski workshop, communal lounge with open fire, games room
Bunk rooms: A mix of 2-bed to 5-bed rooms

OHAKUNE LODGE

The Junction · Tūroa side

Our Ohakune lodge sits at the foot of the mountain in the lively Junction area - the perfect base for skiiing, boarding, biking, walking, or simply enjoying Ohakune's cafes and nightlife. With easy road access and plenty of parking, arriving is effortless. From the lodge, it's a short walk to the Tūroa shuttle or a scenic 20‑minute drive up the mountain. Whakapapa is also within reach, just 45 minutes away.

This lodge offers flexibility for families and groups: chef-prepared meals on the weekends, self-catering during the week, and comfortable bunk rooms ready for winter and summer adventures alike.

Capacity: 30 bunks
Catering: Chef-prepared meals on weekends during the winter, self-catered all other times
Access: Road access with on-site parking
Season: Winter and summer
Amenities: Drying room, lockers, ski storage, ski workshop, communal lounge with open fire, games room
Bunk rooms: Mix of 2-bed to 6-bed bunk rooms

WHERE WE STAY

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WHAT TO EXPECT

Our club lodges are relaxed, communal and comfortable. Expect bunkrooms for families and groups, a warm shared living area, a good kitchen or catered meals depending on the lodge and time of season, drying rooms for wet gear, and everything you need to settle in for a weekend or a week. Bring your own bedding, drinks and nibbles, food where meals are self-catered, and your gear.

GETTING BETWEEN THE TWO

It's roughly a 45-minute drive from Ohakune to the Whakapapa ski field, so plenty of members base themselves on one side and make a day trip to the other when the conditions call for it.