Bayview Chateau Tongariro

Location

The only New Zealand hotel located in a World Heritage Park, Bayview Chateau Tongariro is situated 6kms up State Highway 48 and is within easy reach of New Zealand's two largest cities, Auckland and Wellington. The flight time from Auckland International Airport to Taupo is approximately one hour.

Rooms

Te Heu Heu Suite Enjoy our prestigious Te Heu Heu Suite on the top floor of the new Tongariro Wing. This suite contains spacious living areas with magnificent views of Mt Ruapehu, Mt Ngauruhoe and Mt Tongariro and also surrounding views of the Dual World Heritage Tongariro National Park.

Within our imposing Te Heu Heu Suite you will feel the ambience of an open fireplace, central to the large lounge and entertaining area. Your super king bed is positioned to capture the early morning sunrise on Mt Ngauruhoe. Soak in the large spa bath whilst sipping champagne overlooking the park at sunset.

Your suite contains: Super king bed  & Bathrobes Spa bath and separate shower Under floor bath room heating In-room Safe Kitchen area including tea and coffee making facilities and mini-bar Iron and Ironing board Hairdryer Telescope T.V & In-room movies DVD player Personal Stereo Internet Connection International Direct dial telephones Bed side alarm clock Note: No children will be accepted into any of the Chateau's suites.

Mcclaren Suite Enjoy our elegant McClaren Suite on the top floor of the historic Ruapehu Wing. This suite contains a separate spacious living area with magnificent views of Mt Ngauruhoe and Mt Tongariro and also surrounding views of the Dual World Heritage Tongariro National Park. The McClaren Suite is reminiscent of a bygone era with tastefully decorated furniture and decor.

Your suite contains: Super king bed & Bathrobes Spa Bath and Separate Shower In-room safe Television & DVD player Personal Stereo & in-room movies International direct dial telephones Bed side alarm clock Iron and ironing board Hairdryer tea and coffee making facilities and mini-bar. Note: No children will be accepted into any of the Chateau's suites.

Executive Spa Suite Enjoy our impressive Executive Spa Suites with views of either the surrounding bush in the Tongariro Wing, or Mt Ruapehu in the Ruapehu Wing.

Your Executive Spa Suite contains: Super king bed & Bathrobes Gas fireplace & under floor bathroom heating (1) Spa bath and separate shower in-room safe(1) Television & DVD player International direct dial telephones Bed side alarm clock Personal stereo In-room movies Iron and ironing board Hairdryer Internet connection Tea and coffee making facilities & mini-bar (1) Not available in the Ruapehu Wing Executive Spa Suite.

Tongariro Premium Mountain View Enjoy a room in the newly constructed Tongariro Wing giving you views of Mt Ruapehu, Mt Ngauruhoe or Mt Tongariro.

These well equipped rooms contain: Super king bed & bathrobes Private bathroom with separate bath and shower In-room safe & hairdryer Tea and coffee making facilities and mini-bar Iron and ironing board In-room movies International direct dial telephones Bed side alarm clock Internet connection

Tongariro - Premium Run of House A Tongariro Wing Premium Run of House room is allocated anywhere in the Tongariro Wing. Bookings in this run of house category do not guarantee views of Mt Ruapehu, Mt Ngauruhoe or Mt Tongariro.

All rooms contain: Super king bed & bathrobes Private bathroom with under floor heating In-room safe &  mini-bar Tea and coffee making facilities Iron and ironing board Hairdryer Television & in-room movies International direct dial telephones Internet connection

Ruapehu - Premium Mountain View Enjoy a room in the historic Ruapehu Wing giving you views of Mt Ruapehu, Mt Ngauruhoe or Mt Tongariro.

All rooms contain: King or queen bed & private bathroom Bathrobes & Hairdryer Tea and coffee making facilities Personal mini-bar Iron and ironing board Television  & in-room movies International direct dial telephones

Ruapehu - Premium Run of House A Ruapehu Wing Premium Run of House room is allocated anywhere in the Ruapehu Wing. Bookings in this run of house category do not guarantee views of Mt Ruapehu, Mt Ngauruhoe or Mt Tongariro.

All rooms contain: King or queen bed & Private bathroom Bathrobes & Hairdryer Tea and coffee making facilities Personal mini-bar Iron and ironing board Television & in-room movies International direct dial telephones

Ruapehu - Standard Run of House  Enjoy a spacious run of house standard room within the historic Ruapehu Wing. Bookings in this run of house category do not guarantee views of Mt Ruapehu, Mt Ngauruhoe or Mt Tongariro and are often smaller than Premium rooms.

All rooms contain: King or queen bed  & private bathroom Bathrobes & mini-bar Tea and coffee making facilities Iron and ironing board Hairdryer Television & in-room movies International direct dial telephones

Ruapehu - Family Room Run of House Enjoy a spacious run of house family room within the historic Ruapehu Wing. Bookings in this run of house category do not guarantee views of Mt Ruapehu, Mt Ngauruhoe or Mt Tongariro.

All rooms contain: King or queen bed and 2 singles beds Private bathroom & bathrobes Tea and coffee making facilities Mini-bar & Hairdryer Iron and ironing board Television & in-room movies International direct dial telephones

Services

There's always something interesting going on at Bayview Chateau Tongariro. Relax and enjoy alpine cocktails in front of the majestic open fire in the main lounge.

During the ski season, Tussock Bar & Restaurant and Gourmet Pizzeria is the place to party with live entertainment, special events, and Sky sport.

After a day of alpine activities, Bayview Chateau Tongariro is the perfect place to relax and rejuvenate.

Facilities Include:

  • Lounge bar
  • Billiards
  • Board games
  • Cinema
  • Indoor heated plunge pool
  • Nine hole golf course
  • Tennis
  • Petanque
  • Beauty Therapy (body treatments and massage)

Recreation When you stay at Bayview Chateau Tongariro, there's a world of adventure at your feet. In winter Bayview Chateau Tongariro is the place to be if you're a skier or snowboarder. In Summer there's the famous Tongariro walks, tramping, excellent kayaking, mountain biking, rafting and horse trekking just to name a few. Year round, you're on the doorstep of New Zealand's volcanic playground, with golf, fishing, bungy jumping, and volcanic scenic flights.

Food & Beverages

Bayview Chateau Tongariro has a wide range of superb food and beverage facilities from fine dining through to casual pub style food.

Ruapehu Restaurant - Fine a la carte cuisine Located within the Chateau Tongariro. Superb Pacific Rim a-la-carte dining in the classical setting of the Ruapehu Restaurant. Karl Mueller, Executive Chef, will tantalise your tastebuds with what's new in the culinary world. The Ruapehu Restaurant offers a purely intimate dining experience. Suitable dress is required and reservations are essential

Ruapehu Lounge - Lounge Bar Relax by the open fireplace in the luxurious Ruapehu Lounge or Ngauruhoe Room. Enjoy a game of billards or just unwind in front of the large Ngauruhoe window with views across the National Park

Pihanga Cafe & T-Bar - Affordable Cafe Style Cuisine Located within the Chateau Tongariro, opposite the Chateau Garage. The Pihanga Cafe and T-Bar is open from 11.30am until late, 7 days a week. Enjoy sumptuous and affordable cuisine throughout the day and night. Enjoy a drink in the T-Bar with friends until late. No bookings required.

Fergussons Cafe - Historically Restored Cafe Located between the Department of Conservation Visitor Centre and the Chateau Tongariro. Enjoy lunch or a snack in this historic building within Whakapapa Village. Restored to its former glory, Fergussons Cafe offers hot and cold mountain beverages and the healthiest of cafe cuisine. Soak up the ambience of Fergussons Cafe, located in the heart of Whakapapa Village.

Tussock Bar & Restaurant - Gourmet Pizzeria Located 100 metres below Chateau Tongariro. Enjoy a full view of the mountains from the warmth and comfort of the Tussock fireplace. Have a game of pool in the ambience of the alpine-themed bar and order from our great selection of gourmet burgers, pizzas and hot mountain foods. During summer and spring sit in the sun on the spacious deck. Open 7 days a week from 15:00.