Located in the beauty of National Park and hosting guests for over forty years, Howard’s Mountain Lodge presents an beautiful and serene base from which to take in the epic scenery of the central plateau region. Featuring several guest lounges with fireplaces, Howard’s Lodge is located in the heart of National Park Village which is on the doorstep of the Tongariro Alpine Crossing and the Mt. Ruapehu Sky Waka {gondola}. Howard’s is known for catering to a wide range of room accommodations, meeting the needs of families, couples, individual travelers, school groups, sports clubs and other small and large groups including retreats and corporate stays and rewards. In the Main building, guests will find a combination of Family and Queen Deluxe Rooms with attached bathroom with private bath facilities. The Ski Lodge building offers our guests a selection of Double & Twin Rms while the private RUAPEHU WING stands as a [5] bedroom accommodations with full a fully stocked kitchen, perfect for couples wanting the ultimate privacy or for visiting groups of friends and families. For the enjoyment of our guests, there are multiple activities within the immediate surrounding area including the world renowned Tongariro Alpine Crossing {with a host of beautiful short walks throughout the valley region}, canoeing and river rafting, numerous mountain biking trails, trout fishing and nearby thermal pools. Howard’s Lodge is within proximity to Taupo where you will find a variety of fine restaurants, outdoor cafes, retail shops plus many exciting adventures and activities. You may be eligible for a Genius discount at Howard’s Mountain Lodge. To check if a Genius discount is available for your selected dates sign in. Genius discounts at this property are subject to actual booking dates and other available deals.