Skotel Alpine Resort

The location is fabulous and the staff was friendly. The hotel restaurant served good food. If you're looking for a place to rest and relax, this is probably not the best place to stay. The rooms are very cozy but are not sound proof. You can hear other guests in the hallway and in their rooms. I recommend packing earplugs. The beds are also a little outdated.

Comfortable, convenient, quiet, beautiful, enjoyable.

good service.

Great alpine hotel Amazing food at the restaurant

Place is run down but was nice and warm , food was yummy but expensive

Location

The surroundings were beautiful and the staff helpful and friendly.

I stayed at Skotel for 5 nights in August 2024. The condition is average with the understanding that renovations cannot be done without extensive consent. I stayed in a Queen Room, it is small for modern day standard, it only fitted a queen size bed, two night stands and a small bar area. The sink is inside the actual bedroom rather than in the bathroom. The overall cleanliness is acceptable, but not hotel standard and is generally comfortable. The price paid is reasonable considering the proximity to Whakapapa ski field. My biggest concerns were the noises that came through. The walls are thin, I could hear every single conversation and phone calls my neighbour made. Sound proving is poor and I didn't get much rest as the noise kept up in the evenings until at least 10pm with neighbours talking and kids walking up at 6am running in the corridor. I loved the short commute to the ski fields which is the main purpose of this trip, however, I would most likely sacrifice a little commute time with better accommodation next time.

The accomodation was neat and tidy. The food from the restaurant was rather good. In general the place could do with a makeover as it is looking old and worn down.

Unique with plenty of accomodation options, close to ski field, on site was a rental gear shop, restaurant, bar, spa, sauna, games room & large guest kitchen for self catering. Staff were really friendly.