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Chateau Tongariro Hotel

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State Highway 48, Whakapapa, Tongariro National Park 3951, New Zealand
011 64 7-892 3809
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4.0
1,879 reviews
  • Excellent32%
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  • Poor7%
  • Terrible4%
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State Highway 48, Whakapapa, Tongariro National Park 3951, New Zealand See on map
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Reviewed 2 days ago via mobile
Beautiful location - heaps of character

Just driving up to the hotel you get a sense of grandeur. A beautiful, historic building with a snow capped mountain back drop. The hotel is very clean, and has heaps of charming character. Sitting in the lounge bar in the evenings listening to the...More

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Reviewed 27 September 2017
One of the best getaways in the world

We've been to the Chateau Tongariro several times for the same reason: you're getting as far away from the maddening crowds as possible. Located on the side of an active volcano (comes complete with ski resort and golf course) the Chateau has been a great...More

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Response from UdeySingh, Front Office Manager at Chateau Tongariro HotelResponded 28 September 2017

Thank you very much for your feedback. We are delighted that you enjoyed your stay with us. We look forward to welcome you again.

Reviewed 2 days ago
Do not stay elsewhere when near Tongariro

This hotel, chateau Tongariro, which also included guest suites with cooking facilities (Ferguson apartments) should not be missed when you are near or visiting Tongariro National Park. And, if you are coming to New Zealand, this destination should be high on your list for hiking...More

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Reviewed 3 days ago via mobile
Service great.Easy to go skiing.

We stayed a night and went skiing. Staff are very good. We stayed in the new wing after reading other reviews and had a nice room and bathroom. We managed to get the last (11.30am) shuttle up the mountain which is worth it if the...More

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Response from ChateauHMGT, Front Office Manager at Chateau Tongariro HotelResponded 2 days ago

Dear 00sunshine, thank you very much for your recent stay at the Chateau Tongariro and for taking the time to leave a review of your experience. As we have multiple dining options available for our guests we do always recommend to all our guests to...More

Reviewed 5 days ago
Quaint charm right here

So .... its not the flashest place I've stayed out but it was certainly the most quaint place I've stayed at in NZ. The staff were fabulous. Nothing was too much trouble. The view was to die for! We enjoyed a scrummy high tea. If...More

Thank Donna B
Response from ChateauHMGT, Front Office Manager at Chateau Tongariro HotelResponded 4 days ago

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