Today's Status
Open
Knoll Ridge Chalet
9am - 4pm
Open
Lorenz's Bar & Café
8am - 4pm
Open
Happy Valley Bistro
9am - 4pm
Knoll Ridge Chalet
TOP OF THE SKY WAKA GONDOLA
Home to New Zealand’s highest restaurant experience, Knoll Ridge Chalet pairs modern alpine design with panoramic views across the Central Plateau and straight out to The Pinnacles. Sitting high above the clouds at 2,020m, it’s one of the most iconic and unmissable experiences at Whakapapa.
Lorenz’s Bar & Café
BASE AREA
The mountain’s classic ski lodge-style hangout, Lorenz’s Bar & Café is the home of breakfast, barista-made coffee and the best (and only) burgers you'll find on the mountain.
Swing back from 2:30pm daily for our Corona Happy Hour with specials on Corona, Michelob Ultra and Mateus Rosé, bringing those classic après vibes to the base area.
Filled with historic photos and memorabilia, the café celebrates Whakapapa's rich skiing heritage and alpine history, with its name honouring Lorenz Rieser, Ruapehu Alpine Lifts' Chief Engineer for nearly 35 years.
Happy Valley Bistro
DOWN IN HAPPY VALLEY
Located in Whakapapa’s beginner ski and snowplay area, Happy Valley Bistro is the perfect stop between lessons, Double Happy laps or Snowland adventures. Grab pizza, hot cabinet favourites, pastries and sweet treats, with quick bites like chips, pies, sausage rolls and chicken nuggets available throughout the day.
Happy Valley Bistro is a cash-free venue, simply tap and go with a debit or credit card.
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