Driftwood Kiwi
Driftwood Kiwi, Findlay Street, Waimarino 3948, New Zealand- Public Art
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Stunning Mountain Views:
Alpine Chalets offer unparalleled views of the majestic mountains, providing a picturesque backdrop for your stay. Each unit features a balcony where you can soak in the beauty of the National Park.
Modern Amenities and Comfort:
Enjoy the convenience of a fully equipped kitchenette, complete with a microwave, fridge, toaster, and kettle. Relax in the cozy seating area while watching your favorite shows on the flat-screen TV. The private bathroom with complimentary toiletries ensures a comfortable stay.
Outdoor Activities and Relaxation:
Embrace the great outdoors with skiing and cycling opportunities nearby. After a day of adventure, unwind in the garden and savor a delicious barbecue. Alpine Chalets is your gateway to both excitement and relaxation amidst nature's wonders.
To experience the ultimate mountain retreat with top-notch amenities and activities, book your stay at Alpine Chalets today!
Check-in from
03:00 PM
Check-out by
10:00 AM
Parking
FREE
Children
Not allowed
Pets
Not allowed
Sleeps
Up to 2 guests
2 adults
Beds
Extra-large double bed (Super-king size) (181-210 cm wide)
Room details
30 sqm
Garden View
In-room amenities
Sleeps
Up to 2 guests
2 adults
Beds
Double bed (131-150 cm wide)
Room details
24 sqm
Garden View, Mountain View
In-room amenities
1 Queen Bed OR 2 Large Twin Beds
391-sq-foot room, located on the top floor, deck/patio with mountain and garden views
Internet - Free WiFi
Entertainment - 36-inch Smart TV with digital channels
Food & Drink - Mini-fridge, microwave, electric kettle, and toaster
Sleep - Hypo-allergenic bedding, blackout drapes/curtains, and bed sheets
Bathroom - Private bathroom, shower, free toiletries, and towels
Comfort - Climate-controlled heating and air conditioning, fresh towels every 3 days, fresh bed sheets every 7 days
Eco-friendly - LED light bulbs
Need to Know - No rollaway/extra beds available, toothbrush and toothpaste not available
Non-Smoking
Room is accessed via exterior corridors
Sleeps
Up to 2 guests
2 adults
Beds
Queen Bed (150-160 cm wide)
Room details
36 m2
Garden View, Mountain View
In-room amenities
1 Queen Bed
Deck/patio with mountain views
Internet - Free WiFi
Entertainment - 36-inch Smart TV with digital channels
Food & Drink - Mini-fridge, microwave, electric kettle, and toaster
Sleep - Hypo-allergenic bedding, blackout drapes/curtains, and bed sheets
Bathroom - Private bathroom, shower, free toiletries, and towels
Comfort - Climate-controlled heating and air conditioning, fresh towels every 3 days, fresh bed sheets every 7 days
Eco-friendly - LED light bulbs
Need to Know - No rollaway/extra beds available, toothbrush and toothpaste not available
Non-Smoking
Room is accessed via exterior corridors
Sleeps
Up to 2 guests
2 adults
Beds
Queen Bed (150-160 cm wide)
Room details
Garden View, Mountain View
In-room amenities
1 Queen Bed
Located on the ground floor, deck/patio
Layout - Dining area and sitting area
Internet - Free WiFi
Entertainment - 36-inch Smart TV with digital channels
Food & Drink - Mini-fridge, microwave, electric kettle, and toaster
Sleep - Pillowtop bed, hypo-allergenic bedding, blackout drapes/curtains, and bed sheets
Bathroom - Private bathroom, shower, free toiletries, and a hair dryer
Practical - Wardrobe or closet
Comfort - Climate-controlled heating and air conditioning, fresh towels every 3 days, fresh bed sheets every 7 days
Accessibility - Tile flooring in room
Eco-friendly - LED light bulbs
Need to Know - No rollaway/extra beds available, toothbrush and toothpaste not available
Non-Smoking
Room is accessed via exterior corridors
Sleeps
Up to 2 guests
2 adults
Beds
Queen Bed (150-160 cm wide)
In-room amenities
1 Double Bed and 1 Twin Bunk Bed
Deck/patio with mountain views
Internet - Free WiFi
Entertainment - 36-inch Smart TV with digital channels
Food & Drink - Mini-fridge, microwave, electric kettle, and toaster
Sleep - Hypo-allergenic bedding, blackout drapes/curtains, and bed sheets
Bathroom - Private bathroom, shower, free toiletries, and towels
Comfort - Climate-controlled heating and air conditioning, fresh towels every 3 days, fresh bed sheets every 7 days
Eco-friendly - LED light bulbs
Need to Know - No rollaway/extra beds available, toothbrush and toothpaste not available
Non-Smoking
Room is accessed via exterior corridors
Sleeps
Up to 2 guests
2 adults
Beds
Double bed (131-150 cm wide), Bunk bed (90-99 cm wide)
Room details
Garden View, Mountain View
In-room amenities
Sleeps
Up to 2 guests
2 adults
Beds
Queen bed (151-180 cm wide)
Room details
35 sqm
Mountain View
In-room amenities
Sleeps
Up to 4 guests
2 adults · 2 children
Beds
Double bed (131-150 cm wide), 2 Bunk bed (Variable Size)
Room details
24 sqm
Mountain View
In-room amenities
Sleeps
Up to 2 guests
2 adults
Beds
Double bed (131-150 cm wide)
Room details
15 sqm
Garden View
In-room amenities
Sleeps
Up to 2 guests
2 adults
Beds
Extra-large double bed (Super-king size) (181-210 cm wide), 2 Twin bed (90-130 cm wide)
Room details
24 sqm
Garden View
In-room amenities
Sleeps
Up to 2 guests
2 adults
Beds
Extra-large double bed (Super-king size) (181-210 cm wide), 2 Twin bed (90-130 cm wide)
Room details
24 sqm
Garden View
In-room amenities
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Provider-sourced guest reviews.
房间很新,空调非常暖和,热水很足
Newly built studio apartment
Everything was great
Очень удобно расположено вблизи ресторана и магазина 4 square. В номере было чисто и тепло, есть небольшая кухня с холодильником, микроволновкой и пр. До горнолыжного курорта ехать 15-20 минут.
Цена довольно высокая, но я не жалею
The owner is really easy to deal with, and the level of trust he has in his guests is incredibly high. He’s just so chill about it, he simply asks, “What’s your name?” And that’s it. No ID, no credit card information, nothing else. Just your name, and you’re good to go.
A bidet! A bidet is a must for all hotels, chalets, and motels here in NZ.
Comfy, warm and with lot of space. Nice view during the day.
I would’ve loved if the stove had worked
Nicely refurbished and modern room and facilities.
Cold bathroom
We got upgraded to the new renovated room it was very spacious. Good location for food and grocery considering your in middle of nowhere or closest town. All walking distance fro the hotel
Its not a dislike , unsure what the plans for renovation and facilities or maybe there is already a BBQ or some cooking facility outside, and considering the cold a small sauna or a spa pool would add a lot of value these are just improvement ideas not a must
The Alpine Chalets are an excellent accommodation and we couldn't fault it. The rooms are extremely modern, clean, cosy and very warm. The beds were very comfortable. Excellent bathroom and shower. Close to all amenities. Would definitely stay there again.
Awesome view and good location. Very warm and cosy.
Rubbish coffee but every motel has the same
We had a wonderful stay at Alpine Chalets. The room was very clean, warm and comfortable, which made a big difference during the winter. The location was perfect for visiting Whakapapa Ski Area and Tongariro National Park. The communication was excellent, and Tia was very friendly and welcoming from the moment we arrived. We really appreciated the late check-in arrangements and the clear instructions. We would definitely stay here again and highly recommend it to anyone visiting the area.
Great location for a trip up Whakapapa. We stayed in a newly renovated room with a view of the mountain. Lots of space for storage and a kitchenette. The bathroom room was spacious and modern. Great shower. The bed was soooo comfortable. Our host were friendly and helpful. Really good value for money.
Close to the mountain, everything you need to walk distance. The manager is really friendly, I recommend the place.
The location was beautiful, could see Mt Ruapehu perfectly from the hotel. The staff was lovely, and the hotel is located right next to restaurants and bars.
I didn't like that the room was a bit outdated, but the hotel is undergoing renovations, so I'm sure it will be updated soon.
Clean, warm and great location, the managers went above and beyond
Big room, comfy king bed, lovely and clean. Bathroom good also.
Na
Großes Zimmer
Kein Personal vor Ort
Good location. 2 minute walk to pub, indoor rock climbing4 Square and Liqourland.
The price!! My fault for not checking and comparing acommodation websites. I paid $368 for 2 nights for a very small 3 star room. No chairs, no table, nowhere to sit inside except on the bed. And no bedside lamp. The Chalet's own website has it cheaper. Worse, there is a 4 star motel in town that is cheaper still. Look at my photos of the room and you decide. No matter, this place will fill up in winter.
We were kindly upgraded to one of the newly renovated rooms, which was beautifully presented and had everything needed for a very comfortable stay. The absolute highlight, however, was the view. Watching the spectacular colours of Mount Tongariro transform from sunset, through moonlight, and then waking up to an incredible sunrise was simply unforgettable. We also enjoyed a great meal across the road at the Schnapps Bar, which was the perfect end to the evening.
Great location, charming surroundings. Very comfortable bed, clean room and had all the basics. Nice to arrive to the heat pump being on - room was nice and warm.
Nothing - only suggestion would be a squeegee in the shower to wipe water off the glass, and a heated towel rail for when it’s cold and towels take a while to dry. Other than that, everything was great.
Posizione ottima per escursione al Tongariro (pick-up point della navetta molto vicino). Stanza conoda e pulita. Presenza di pub/ristorante di fronte all'albergo.
Non è prevista la pulizia della stanza, presenza solo di un forno a microonde e bollitore e non dei fornelli
Le faltaba una mesita para poder desayunar o comer algo. Y un velador
Due to a large Cyclone hitting NZ, our host was in regular contact before our stay. She was amazingly helpful, we couldn’t have asked for more. The chalet was recently refurbished, it was clean, comfortable and ideal for our needs. The Schnapps bare across the road was very welcoming and did amazing ribs.
Functional rooms, equipped with everything you need for a short term. Located next to the gas station and the local restaurant bar, close to the route for visiting Tongariro National Park.
Nothing to say. Just mention that the building have two floors and there isn't a lift, so if you have mobility issues let they know to be located in the ground floor
Mary was amazing to deal with - The communication was very clear and I felt ver safe as a solo traveller.
Great views of the mountains. Room is clean and cosy
Si tratta di un motel situato in posizione molto comoda per visitare la zona del Tongariro national Park. La stanza/appartamento era semplice ma ampia, pulita e con tutto il necessario per farne una base per visitare le belle zone dei dintorni. credo che la Struttura stia attraversando un periodo di ristrutturazione perché alcune camere erano più moderne , la nostra situata al secondo piano era un po’ più vecchia come arredamento ma funzionale alle nostre esigenze. Ci vuole la macchina per raggiungere i percorsi escursionistici oppure si possono prenotare degli shuttle. Dalla camera la vista era magnifica!!
La struttura e’ situata vicino alla strada principale , non un’autostrada ma una strada di collegamento importante dove passano tir molto grossi. La notte può capitare che si fermino per dormire o altro in piazzole all’altezza del motel. quindi ci possono essere problemi di rumori di traffico. la Struttura fornisce i tappi . Comunque su due sere, una e’andata bene quindi forse non e’ sempre così
Staff were very friendly and helpful. Views were good and room was clean. Reasonable price as well. Clear instructions and everything went smoothly. Also a bonus at how close amenities are. Thank you.
Some condensation issues, but property is maintained well enough and the air con helps!
Proprietor was pleasant and helpful in finding a more acceptable room since our original allocated room was poor and the staircase was unsafe for us.
Our room was due for refurbishment and was in generally poor condition. Large trucks parked in road at front visiting nearby truck stop cafe.
Great room and facilities for an overnight stay! Perfect spot for staying before and/or after the Tongariro crossing.
Whilst I stayed there was a family with a child that wouldn't stop screaming. I would say the soundproofing of this place is not the best.
The location was second to none. The Four Square and the restaurants were all within a couple of minutes walk. Check in was simple and the manager, Mary, was only a phone call or a text away. The suite was cosy and comfortable and we felt like valued customers, even though we had no actual face to face contact with the people who ran the place.
1) The lack of an elevator. The stairs took a bit of a toll on these 79 year old bones, but that's my problem, not theirs. I should have specified a ground floor unit when I booked. 2) There is a basic kitchen that has a microwave, a jug, and a toaster but there is no table to sit at once you have prepared your breakfast/brunch.
View. Comfortable bed. Where upgraded for free, Upgrade has HUGE bed and mobile shelf at bed side, but smaller kitchenete and small "floor space" and no table. Large bathroom Excellent towels.
For not huge person - definietly would go for reguular - larger kitchennete more floorspace. Only downside of regular is no bedside shelf. Regularf based on looking through window. Wash basin in upgrade narrow despite large bathroom i guess the same in regular. No body gell.
Logement bien situé pour découvrir la région, très belle vue de la chambre. Personnel très agréable .
Alles vorhanden, neu renoviert 👍 super gelegen als Ausgangspunkt zu Wanderungen zu den Vulkanen
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Die notwendigen Eincheck-Infos kamen per Mail. Kostenloser Parkplatz am Haus, Sauberes Zimmer ohne Ausblick auf den Parkplatz wg. einer Art Badezimmerglas. Es gibt aber Zimmer mit Superausblick. Optimale Lage zur Erkundung des Tongarino Nationalparks.. Sehr guter Pub (Schnapps Bar) in der Nähe, Leckeres Frühstück bei The Station (Bahnhof). Klare Empfehlung!
großer Fernseher und bequemes Bett
Preis-Leistungs-Verhältnis.
Top Lage für Tongariro Alpine Crossing Wanderung, Bus hält gegenüber Quartier
Kein Ausblick bei Gartenzimmer wegen Milchglas. Haben bessere Zimmer mit Aussicht. Sonst prima
Wij hadden de kamer op de bovenste verdieping, alwaar we via een smalle trap konden komen. De bedden waren prima, we hebben goed geslapen. Ook spraken we iemand van het personeel de volgende dag, ze was zeer vriendelijk en enthousiast. Het hotel ligt naast een gezellige bar/restaurant waar je lekker kunt eten en gezellig kunt zitten. Elke kamer heeft een eigen gratis parkeerplaats.
De badkamer heeft een kleine douchecabine met gordijn. Het was netjes en schoon, maar krap en aan vervanging toe. De kamer is gedateerd. De chalets worden opgeknapt, dus uiteindelijk zal ook deze kamer er weer mooier uit zien.
The newly renovated rooms (we had 8 on the upper level) are excellent - spotlessly clean, comfortable king bed, new mini-kitchen, new towels, v. hot shower. We thought the road noise would be an issue but the new double glazing was super - and there are ear plugs provided which is a nice touch. Communication was prompt & gave us local information.
It would be good to have more seating/picnic tables outside.
Mary a proposé un upgrade vers une chambre avec kingsbed. Attention, ce n'est pas du tout comparable avec la taille du logement. Je recommande que pour 1 nuit, passage et aux ouvriers.
Ancien, au bord de la route et stationnement camions.
Dejligt sted, dog lidt tæt på hovedvejen Meget fine og rene værelser med alt hvad man skal bruge.
Lidt støj fra hovedvejen i dagtimerne, men da vores lejlighed var placeret i anden række var det ikke noget problem. På den måde fik vi dog ikke udsigt over landskabet.
Ils ont tous fait pour nous upgrader dans une chambre plus moderne et plus confortable et ce sans frais.
Cleanliness
The water pressure was awful
Proximity to National Park. Can walk to some restaurants and a grocery store. Bed was comfortable, shower hot and kitchenette amenities worked.
No privacy without curtains 100% closed and with that the room is very dark. Also fairly noisy, with people walking upstairs, and right outside door, and in adjacent parking and highway.
Good location Room recently refurbished to a good standard Comfy bed
The room was described as garden view suite with separate bedroom on Booking.com. This is incorrect. It was in an annexed. There was no separate bedroom or any sort of view as the only window was obscured glass onto the parking area and the door was solid. The description needs correcting. I would not have booked a room with no view at all as it was claustrophobic. We were told there was no alternative available and offered a refund. It was too far to find somewhere else that night, so agreed to refund of our second night and moved on. We saw empty rooms on ground floor of main building when we left early the following morning, which did have clear windows, so not sure why we could not be moved
Cozy small apartment like room. Very clean. Comfortable bed and quality linen and towels. Convenient with fridge, kettle and cup for warm drinks and generous selection of teas, coffee and hot chocolate in room. Although I didn’t meet the staff they were really kind, they were on touch several times daily via messages and offered great advice for how to make the stay most enjoyable. I was very grateful for that since it was my first time in the area.
My particular unit was on the smaller side, but well furnished. It could have been nice with some shelves or small drawers for personal items, but not a big issue since I travelled light.
Good location, clean, good views, nice bathroom. Stayed there 2 nights to do tongariro crossing
Very helpful Mrs Mary. We had v.nice room. Not so far to the shop .
L’emplacement est idéal , à côté du shuttle pour les randonnées Près de l’épicerie L’accueil est formidable Mary organise tout ce dont vous avez besoin c’est une perle 😊 La vue est incroyable
Rien
Die Zimmer sind schlicht, aber sehr funktional eingerichtet. Die Betten sind gut. Das Bad sehr modern und neu. Es gibt für jede Unit einen zugewiesenen Parkplatz. Es gibt einen Grillplatz und einen Waschraum - beides haben wir aber nicht genutzt. Insgesamt, alles sehr unkompliziert!
It was clean and comfortable, a good sized unitwith easyish access to Whakapapa ski area. Its situated on a main Rd, but traffic noise was a minimum. We would be happy to stay again.
Not enoght privesy
Good basic accommodation close to Tongariro national park.
Not many food options nearby
Väldigt rent och städat, fräsch inredning, luftiga rum. Topputrustat badrum och gott om service i köket. Otroligt fin utsikt. Trevlig kontakt med hotellvärden via meddelande. Lätt in- och utcheckning och bra parkeringsmöjligheter.
Mycket lyhört både utifrån loftgången och andra lägenheter, samt relativt mycket tung trafik (lastbilar) utifrån vägen som också hörs. Wifi med mycket varierande hastighet. Synd att tvättmaskinen var sönder!
Staff were very friendly, ensured we had all we needed for check in and went “above and beyond” to help.
The weather. But that’s not anyone’s fault.
Our host Mary was helpful to us from the moment we confirmed our booking. She provided us with the best studio with front views to the Tongariro mountains. The weather was kind to us providing sunny and clear days during our stay, perfect to enjoy the Alpine views and the starry nights. As a couple, our Tongariro stay was one of the top highlights of our NZ trip as we enjoyed romantic moments which we will cherish forever. Our studio was modern and comfortable one with a king size bed and all the amenities we needed. We were able to rest before we undertook the Tongariro Alpine Crossing and to relax and re-energize afterwards. Thanks again Mary, we will definitely book this accommodation again in our next visit to New Zealand. 100% recommended!
Location so handy to Ski Field. Mary The Manager was so good and friendly and went beyond what we required. Mary the Manager did her best to accommodate us… Thank you
The Wifi was a bit slow and did cut out at times and some noise from other guests. We were warned about it. The room an outdated BUT the room will be renovated as of now…no complaints as our host Manager was super friendly. Thank you
Excellence……..
Nil
Schönes. frisch renoviertes Apartment, neues Badezimmer
Da noch keine Bilder an den Wänden waren, wirkte das Apartment leider etwas kahl
Nice location to National Park.
Water pressure to shower was weak.
It was affordable and a location that was good for a stop along our car journey. Easy access, good communication before arrival
The top floor rooms were renovated and OK - quite sparsely furnished and just the bare minimum. But the downstairs rooms were still old - moldy bathroom, old furniture.
Mary was super responsive and lovely to talk to and get advice about our hike over Mt Tongariro. We were a bit apprehensive about the weather as it was looking quite windy but she provided alternative options if our original plan were to fall through, much appreciated! We were also in a newly renovated upstairs room with a gorgeous mountain view. Earplugs were provided but we didn't need them. Everything was nice and clean too.
Convenient for Tongariro Crossing. Comfy beds, with microwave, fridge and kettle.
Some road noise from lorries driving past and pulling over on the road outside the chalet - though would not prevent us staying there again.
Posizione e ambiente spazioso
Niente
New bed and room facilities, location, view, super warm reception by Mary
Water pressure of the shower
Room was spacious, light and well equipped. Bed was very comfortable. Mary the general manager was so helpful, very friendly and a delight to meet.
The washing machine appeared to be out of order. A bit of updating is needed but they have already started and our room was very nice and suited us well
Standing in the corridor in front of the room, you can see both Mount Ruapenu and Mount Ngauruhoe at the same time. The view is incredible. In unit #10, you can see the snow-capped mountains while lying in bed. Thought the unit near street, but Mary prepared earplugs in the room. Once closed door and windows at night, the noise is ok. I’m actually a light sleeper, but that night I slept very well, I woke up by alarm in the morning! Mary who runs this motel is so nice and so kind, she is very considerate of customers’ needs. She helped me a lot for checkin and check out time. I’m so thankful!!! The unit is very big and super clean. There are no odors smell in the kitchen or around the sink. The towels and bed sheets are very clean, the bed is comfortable. Everything let you feel clean and pleasant.
Water pressure
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Cleanliness
7.88/10Positive reviews noted the place was clean, though some mentioned the need for updating.
Service
8.85/10Mary was highly praised for her responsiveness and helpfulness.
Location
8.69/10Great location near National Park and stunning views of the mountains.
Room Quality
8.04/10Rooms were comfortable but some were noted to be sparsely furnished or in need of updating.
Amenities
8.37/10Amenities like microwave and fridge were appreciated, though some issues with water pressure were mentioned.
Value for Money
8.33/10Affordable rates for the area and overall good service provided.
Food and Beverage
7.88/10No specific mentions, default to standard quality for this hotel tier.
Overall Experience
8.35/10Generally positive experiences despite some minor issues.