Bayview Chateau Tongariro

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.

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.