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4.5 out of 5

"We enjoyed our stay here, its very family friendly and excellent place to stay for a trip to the mountains and areas nearby. With unlimited tea/coffee ... " More

By a verified traveller on Sun 09 Jul 2023

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Hotel Description

At Pipers Lodge, you'll be 15.8 km (9.8 mi) from Tongariro National Park Whakapapa Visitor Centre and 16 km (10 mi) from Taranaki Falls. Highlights at this lodge include a restaurant, free self parking, and a bar/lounge.

Pipers Lodge Bar is open for breakfast. Added amenities include free WiFi in public areas, coffee/tea in a common area, and laundry facilities. English breakfast is available daily between 7:30 AM and 9:00 AM. There's also the convenience of an area shuttle.

Places within a 15-minute drive of this 3-star National Park Village lodge include Mt Ngauruhoe and Opotaka Historic Place.

Double Room

Bed Count 1 Full Bed Maximum Occupancy 2 Max
AU$122* Per night/room 13 Apr. - 14 Apr.

Twin Room

Bed Count 2 Twin Beds Maximum Occupancy 2 Max

Six Bed Dorm

Bed Count room.options.bedSize.BunkBed Maximum Occupancy 6 Max

Six Bed Ensuite Dorm

Bed Count room.options.bedSize.BunkBed Maximum Occupancy 6 Max

Quad Room

Bed Count room.options.bedSize.BunkBed Maximum Occupancy 4 Max

Ensuite Room

Bed Count 1 Full Bed Maximum Occupancy 4 Max

Pipers Lodge ratings based on 22 Verified Reviews

Review Summary
4.5 out of 5 4.5 out of 5.0
Room cleanliness 4.5 out of 5.0
Service & staff 5.0 out of 5.0
Room comfort 4.5 out of 5.0
Hotel condition 4.0 out of 5.0

Guest reviews for Pipers Lodge

Everyone (16) Couples (1) Family (3)
5 out of 5
Great

Posted by on 25 Sep. 2023

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2 out of 5
All staff were so kind, always willing to help, and very professional. So thank you to each and everyone for everything! However, the premises are in serious need of renovation and update, and the couches should be replaced by new ones, with no stains or holes. Also, while the communal area was decently heated at night, it was quite cold in the morning. Finally, breakfast was a little too basic for the price we paid (the average price of a 5-star hotel). So altogether, overpriced accommodation with a large room for improvement.

Posted by on 3 Sep. 2023

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Comment from Hotel Management

10 Sep. 2023 by Akuila

Hi Francesco,Thank you for taking the time to write a review about your recent stay with us. We certainly pride ourselves in the experience & professional service of our very friendly staff, hence thank you for acknowledging that.The FREE breakfast you got is something that we've just thrown in since May this year when we reopened our restaurant. It's just a touch for those keen and adventurous guests who always leave early in the morning for their respective activities. It doesn't have a value in the rate you paid.We are for sure not for those who are after a luxury getaway but comfort. Also the rate we offer on our website is way less than what you'd paid for on this site.Lastly, in case you aren't aware we've just taken over the lodge and we agree that most of our facilities desperately needs love & attention. We are committed to improving all this.Thank you!

5 out of 5
We enjoyed our stay here, its very family friendly and excellent place to stay for a trip to the mountains and areas nearby. With unlimited tea/coffee and a wonderful lobby area with games to play and a fireplace, made the stay really enjoyable !

Posted by on 9 Jul. 2023

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16 Jul. 2023 by Akuila

Kia Ora,Thank you for taking the time to review us, Greatly appreciated. We're indeed pleased to note that you and your family enjoyed the facilities and the service rendered to you during your stay.We can't wait to welcome you back to Pipers when you do decide to return.Thank you.

4 out of 5

Posted by on 8 Apr. 2023

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Comment from Hotel Management

5 Aug. 2023 by Akuila

Thank you Adela for taking the time to rate your recent stay with us.

5 out of 5
Affordable jumping off point if you want to stay in the National Park Village for its nearby activities. Great for families.

Posted by on 28 Aug. 2022

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5 out of 5
They make me feel very welcome on rival and allowed me to park my motorbike while I did the Alpine Crossing walk which I really appreciated

Posted by on 9 Jan. 2021

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Comment from Hotel Management

9 Jan. 2021 by Bruce

Thanks very much, it was absolutely no problem at all. Cheers Bruce and Di

5 out of 5
Nice, cozy lounge area; room was clean, soft towels. Can hear neighbors next door, but ear plugs or white noise will take care of that.

Posted by on 23 Feb. 2020

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Comment from Hotel Management

24 Feb. 2020 by Bruce

Thank you very much for your review, we are working on the, next door neighbor noises one room at a time.. regards Bruce

4 out of 5
The staff are friendly and accommodating The complex is clean and tidy with a homely feel about it!

Posted by on 25 Jan. 2020

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Comment from Hotel Management

25 Jan. 2020 by Bruce

Thanks very much for taking the time to post a review. Regards Bruce

5 out of 5
Very nice kitchen facilities. Very friendly staff. Enjoyed the spa.

Posted by on 5 Jan. 2020

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5 Jan. 2020 by Bruce

Thank you very much for taking the time to post a review

4 out of 5
It was clean but pretty hectic. The staff were very helpful and if was value for money

Posted by on 28 Oct. 2019

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Comment from Hotel Management

18 Dec. 2019 by Bruce

Thanks for your comments, they are always welcome. Regards Bruce and Di

Property Features

There's a restaurant on site. You can enjoy a drink at the bar/lounge. Public spaces have free WiFi. A library, tour/ticket assistance, and an arcade/game room are also featured at Pipers Lodge. Self parking is free. Smoking is allowed in designated areas at this 3-star National Park Village lodge.

  • 40 guestrooms or units
  • Breakfast available (surcharge)
  • Coffee in lobby
  • Self-service laundry
  • Front desk (limited hours)
  • Storage area for luggage
  • Tour and ticket information
  • Game room or arcade
  • Library
  • Garden
  • Television in lobby
  • Smoking in designated areas
  • Microwave in a common area
  • Refrigerator in a common area
  • Bar or lounge
  • Dining venue

Family Friendly Amenities

  • Free WiFi
  • Laundry facilities

Internet

Available in all rooms: Free WiFi

Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking

Free self parking

Transport

  • Property shuttles: Area shuttle
  • Parking: Free self parking

Room Amenities

Pipers Lodge offers 40 accommodations. Guests can surf the web using the complimentary wireless Internet access. Guests can make use of the shared/communal kitchen. Housekeeping is offered on request and irons/ironing boards can be requested.

  • Communal kitchen access
  • Housekeeping (on request)
  • Iron and ironing board available
  • Heating

Food & Drink

For a fee, guests can enjoy English breakfast daily from 7:30 AM to 9:00 AM.

Pipers Lodge Bar - This lobby lounge serves breakfast only.

Hotel Policies

Check-in

  • Check-in time starts at 2 PM
  • Minimum check-in age is: 18
  • Check-in time ends at 9:00 PM

Special check-in instructions:

The front desk is open daily from 7 AM - 9 PM. Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival. For more details, please contact the property using the information on the booking confirmation.

The front desk at this property is open daily from 7 AM - 9 PM.
Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival. For more details, please contact the property using the information on the booking confirmation.

Check-out

  • Check-out by 10 AM

Payment types

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Rollaway/extra beds are not available.
  • Cribs (infant beds) are not available.

Pet Policy

  • No pets allowed

Policies

Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.

A cash deposit, credit card, or debit card for incidental charges and government-issued photo identification may be required upon check-in.

Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in. Special requests can't be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.

This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business, or profession. This property accepts Visa, Mastercard, and debit cards. Cash is not accepted. For guests' safety, the property includes a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, and a first aid kit in each accommodation.

  • No rollaway/extra beds available
  • No cots (infant beds) available
  • No lifts
  • Front desk opens daily at 7 AM
  • Front desk closes daily at 9 PM
  • Debit cards
  • Staffed front desk
  • Smoke detector
  • Property is cleaned with disinfectant
  • Property confirms they are implementing enhanced cleaning measures
  • Bed sheets and towels are washed at a temperature of at least 60°C/140°F
  • Property is not currently implementing any guest safety measures
  • Guest accommodation is not sealed after cleaning
  • Electrostatic spray is not used for disinfection
  • Property follows sanitisation practices of COVID-19 Guidelines (CDC)

Fees

Optional extras

The fees and deposits listed below will be charged at the time of service, check-in, or check-out.

  • Fee for English breakfast: approximately NZD 10–20 for adults, and NZD 10–20 for children
  • Credit card charges are subject to a surcharge of 2 percent

This may not be a comprehensive list. Fees and deposits are subject to change and might not include tax.

Hotel Names

  • Pipers Lodge National Park Village
  • Pipers National Park Village
  • Pipers Lodge Lodge
  • Pipers Lodge National Park Village
  • Pipers Lodge Lodge National Park Village

National Rating

This property does not have a Qualmark® rating. For the benefit of our customers, we have provided a rating based on our rating system.

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Frequently Asked Questions

*Price based on the lowest price found within past 24 hours and based upon one night stay for two adults over the next thirty days. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.