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Wairakei Resort Taupo

4.0 star property
Family-friendly hotel in Wairakei with 2 outdoor pools and golf course

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Nestled in a national park, Wairakei Resort Taupo offers an upscale retreat. Tee off on the golf course, relax with a spa treatment, or unwind by one of the 2 outdoor pools. With free WiFi and laundry facilities nearby you can enjoy your stay without worrying about little things; previous guests rave about the helpful staff.

Reviews

7.8 out of 10
Good

Popular amenities

  • Bar
  • 24/7 front desk
  • Connecting rooms available

Main amenities (12)

  • Daily housekeeping
  • Golf course
  • 2 outdoor pools
  • Breakfast available
  • Outdoor tennis court
  • Fitness center
  • Sauna
  • Hot tub
  • Bar/lounge
  • Terrace
  • 24-hour front desk
  • Garden

For families (6)

  • Free cribs/infant beds
  • Playground on site
  • Refrigerator
  • Connecting/adjoining rooms available
  • Television
  • Garden
$73 nightly
The total price is $84
Dec 16 - Dec 17
Total with taxes and fees

Room options

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In-room safe, iron/ironing board, free cribs/infant beds, rollaway beds

Superior Tauhara Twin

  • Sleeps 4

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In-room safe, iron/ironing board, free cribs/infant beds, rollaway beds

Superior Tauhara King

  • Sleeps 2

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Suite, 1 King Bed (Spa) | In-room safe, iron/ironing board, free cribs/infant beds, rollaway beds

Suite, 1 King Bed (Spa)

Highlights

Balcony or patio
Air conditioning
Heating
Connecting rooms available
Free cribs/infant beds
Refrigerator
TV
Hair dryer
  • 387 sq ft
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

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Villa, 1 King Bed (Studio) | In-room safe, iron/ironing board, free cribs/infant beds, rollaway beds

Villa, 1 King Bed (Studio)

Highlights

Balcony or patio
Air conditioning
Heating
Connecting rooms available
Free cribs/infant beds
Refrigerator
TV
Hair dryer
  • 505 sq ft
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

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Villa, 1 Bedroom | In-room safe, iron/ironing board, free cribs/infant beds, rollaway beds

Villa, 1 Bedroom

Highlights

Balcony or patio
Air conditioning
Heating
Connecting rooms available
Free cribs/infant beds
Refrigerator
TV
Hair dryer
  • 495 sq ft
  • Sleeps 5
  • 1 Double Bed

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Standard Room, 2 Double Beds (Huka) | In-room safe, iron/ironing board, free cribs/infant beds, rollaway beds

Standard Room, 2 Double Beds (Huka)

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(3 reviews)

Highlights

Balcony or patio
Heating
Connecting rooms available
Free cribs/infant beds
Refrigerator
TV
Hair dryer
Private bathroom
  • 301 sq ft
  • Sleeps 5
  • 2 Double Beds

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Standard Room, 1 King Bed | In-room safe, iron/ironing board, free cribs/infant beds, rollaway beds

Standard Room, 1 King Bed

8.6 out of 10
Excellent
(22 reviews)

Highlights

Balcony or patio
Heating
Connecting rooms available
Free cribs/infant beds
Refrigerator
TV
Hair dryer
Private bathroom
  • 226 sq ft
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

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Superior Room, 2 Queen Beds | In-room safe, iron/ironing board, free cribs/infant beds, rollaway beds

Superior Room, 2 Queen Beds

Highlights

Balcony or patio
Heating
Connecting rooms available
Free cribs/infant beds
Refrigerator
TV
Hair dryer
Private bathroom
  • 355 sq ft
  • Sleeps 5
  • 2 Queen Beds

View all photos for Superior Room, 1 King Bed (Tauhara)

Superior Room, 1 King Bed (Tauhara) | In-room safe, iron/ironing board, free cribs/infant beds, rollaway beds

Superior Room, 1 King Bed (Tauhara)

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(1 review)

Highlights

Balcony or patio
Heating
Connecting rooms available
Free cribs/infant beds
Refrigerator
TV
Hair dryer
Private bathroom
  • 301 sq ft
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

View all photos for Superior Room, 2 Queen Beds, Balcony (Tauhara)

Superior Room, 2 Queen Beds, Balcony (Tauhara) | In-room safe, iron/ironing board, free cribs/infant beds, rollaway beds

Superior Room, 2 Queen Beds, Balcony (Tauhara)

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(8 reviews)

Highlights

Balcony or patio
Heating
Connecting rooms available
Free cribs/infant beds
Refrigerator
TV
Hair dryer
Private bathroom
  • 301 sq ft
  • Sleeps 5
  • 2 Queen Beds

View all photos for Superior Room, 1 King Bed (Waiora)

Superior Room, 1 King Bed (Waiora) | In-room safe, iron/ironing board, free cribs/infant beds, rollaway beds

Superior Room, 1 King Bed (Waiora)

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(2 reviews)

Highlights

Balcony or patio
Air conditioning
Heating
Connecting rooms available
Free cribs/infant beds
Refrigerator
TV
Hair dryer
  • 236 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Suite (Rangatira) | In-room safe, iron/ironing board, free cribs/infant beds, rollaway beds

Suite (Rangatira)

Highlights

Balcony or patio
Air conditioning
Heating
Connecting rooms available
Free cribs/infant beds
Refrigerator
TV
Hair dryer
  • Sleeps 5
  • 2 King Beds

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Junior Suite, 1 King Bed | In-room safe, iron/ironing board, free cribs/infant beds, rollaway beds

Junior Suite, 1 King Bed

Highlights

Balcony or patio
Air conditioning
Heating
Connecting rooms available
Free cribs/infant beds
Refrigerator
TV
Hair dryer
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

Superior Twin Room

  • Sleeps 4

View all photos for Superior Waiora Room

In-room safe, iron/ironing board, free cribs/infant beds, rollaway beds

Superior Waiora Room

  • Sleeps 2

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In-room safe, iron/ironing board, free cribs/infant beds, rollaway beds

Family Villa

  • Sleeps 4

View all photos for Standard Huka Twin Room

In-room safe, iron/ironing board, free cribs/infant beds, rollaway beds

Standard Huka Twin Room

  • Sleeps 4

Standard King Room

  • Sleeps 2

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Bathroom | Hair dryer, towels, soap, shampoo

Spa Suite

  • Sleeps 2

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In-room safe, iron/ironing board, free cribs/infant beds, rollaway beds

Rangatira Suite

  • Sleeps 4

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In-room safe, iron/ironing board, free cribs/infant beds, rollaway beds

Studio Villa

  • Sleeps 2

Junior King Suite

  • Sleeps 2

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About the neighborhood

Map
640 Wairakei Road, Wairakei, 3352

What's nearby

  • Wairakei Terraces & Thermal Health Spa - 5 min walk - 0.5 km
  • Wairakei Natural Thermal Valley - 7 min walk - 0.6 km
  • Rock`n Ropes - 19 min walk - 1.6 km
  • Prawn Farm - 3 min drive - 2.2 km
  • Taupō Hot Springs - 9 min drive - 13.6 km

Getting around

  • Taupō Airport (TUO) - 12 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Fast and Fresh Bakery Cafe - ‬7 min drive
  • ‪The Huka Honey Hive - ‬19 min walk
  • ‪Heli Cafe - ‬2 min drive
  • ‪Baked With Love Eatery - ‬7 min drive
  • ‪Japan Deli - ‬7 min drive

About this property

Wairakei Resort Taupo

Featuring a golf course, Wairakei Resort Taupo puts you within a 10-minute drive of Lake Taupō. You can relax at the hot tub, work out at the fitness center, or unwind with a drink at the bar/lounge. Other highlights include 2 outdoor pools, an outdoor tennis court, and a sauna. Fellow travelers love the pool and helpful staff.

At a glance

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Hotel size

    • 187 rooms
    • Arranged over 3 floors
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Arriving/Leaving

    • Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: anytime
    • Minimum check-in age: 18
    • Check-out time is 10 AM
    • Contactless check-out available
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Special check-in instructions

    • The property charges 3 percent for credit card payments
    • Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
    • For any questions, please contact the property using the information on the booking confirmation
    • Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools
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Required at check-in

    • Credit card, debit card, or cash deposit required for incidental charges
    • Government-issued photo ID may be required
    • Minimum check-in age is 18
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Pets

    • Pets not allowed
WIFI

Internet

    • Free WiFi in public areas
    • Free WiFi in rooms
LOCAL_PARKING

Parking

    • Free onsite self parking
    • Onsite parking limited
    • Onsite parking includes off-street options
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Other information

    • Designated smoking areas

Property amenities

Food and drink

  • Full breakfast (surcharge) each morning 6:30 AM–10 AM
  • Bar/lounge

Traveling with children

  • Mini golf
  • Playground

What to do

  • Tennis
  • Basketball
  • Volleyball
  • Golfing
  • Mini golf
  • Golfing nearby
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby
  • Hot springs nearby

Services

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Tour/ticket assistance
  • Laundry facilities
  • Free newspapers in lobby
  • Luggage storage
  • Golf clubs on site

Facilities

  • Safe-deposit box at front desk
  • Garden
  • Picnic area
  • Terrace
  • Fitness center
  • Golf course on site
  • 2 outdoor pools
  • Golf pro shop on site
  • Hot tub
  • Outdoor tennis court
  • Sauna
  • Banquet hall

Accessibility

  • Elevator
  • Well-lit path to entrance
  • Stair-free path to entrance

Room amenities

Be entertained

  • 32-inch TV
  • Cable TV channels

Home comfort

  • Heating
  • Electric kettle
  • Iron/ironing board

Sleep well

  • Free crib/infant bed
  • Rollaway/extra bed (surcharge)
  • Bed sheets provided

What to enjoy

  • Balcony or patio

Freshen up

  • Bathtub or shower
  • Soap and shampoo
  • Hair dryer
  • Towels
  • Toilet paper

Stay connected

  • Free WiFi
  • Phone

Food and drink

  • Refrigerator

More

  • Daily housekeeping
  • In-room safe
  • Connecting/adjoining rooms available

Special features

Dining

Geyser Bar - Onsite bar.

Fees & policies

Optional extras

  • Full breakfast is offered for an extra charge of approximately NZD 32 for adults and NZD 18 for children
  • Credit card charges are subject to an extra charge of 3 percent

Children & extra beds

  • Rollaway beds are available for NZD 50 per night

Policies

This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children. If you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room.
The property has connecting/adjoining rooms, which are subject to availability and can be requested by contacting the property using the number on the booking confirmation.
Guests can rest easy knowing there's a smoke detector on site.
This property accepts major credit cards. Cash is not accepted.
Credit cards accepted: Visa, Mastercard, American Express, Diners Club, JCB International, Union Pay
Please note that cultural norms and guest policies may differ by country and by property. The policies listed are provided by the property.
Connecting rooms may be available for the Family Unit and Studio King room categories only.

Also known as

Wairakei Resort Taupo
Bayview Wairakei Hotel Taupo
Hotel Bayview Wairakei
Resort Taupo
Wairakei Taupo
Wairakei Resort Taupo Hotel
Wairakei Resort Taupo Wairakei
Wairakei Resort Taupo Hotel Wairakei

Frequently asked questions

Does Wairakei Resort Taupo offer free cancellation for a full refund?

Yes, Wairakei Resort Taupo does have fully refundable room rates available to book on our site. If you’ve booked a fully refundable room rate, this can be cancelled up to a few days before check-in depending on the property's cancellation policy. Just make sure to check this property's cancellation policy for the exact terms and conditions.

Is there a pool at Wairakei Resort Taupo?

Yes, there are 2 outdoor pools.

Are pets allowed at Wairakei Resort Taupo?

Sorry, pets aren't allowed.

Is parking offered on site at Wairakei Resort Taupo?

Yes, there's free self parking. Parking spots may be limited.

What are the check-in and check-out times at Wairakei Resort Taupo?

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: anytime. Check-out time is 10 AM. Contactless check-out is available.

What is there to do at Wairakei Resort Taupo and nearby?

Tee off at the onsite golf course, and improve your game on the tennis courts. Additional recreation onsite includes basketball and volleyball. Relax in the hot tub or enjoy the use of other amenities, which include 2 outdoor pools and a sauna. Wairakei Resort Taupo also has a fitness center and a picnic area, as well as a garden.

Does Wairakei Resort Taupo have any outdoor private spaces?

Yes, every room features a balcony or patio.

What's the area around Wairakei Resort Taupo like?

Wairakei Resort Taupo is a short 4-minute walk from Wairakei Terraces & Thermal Health Spa and 7 minutes' walk from Wairakei Natural Thermal Valley. Travelers give top marks for the hotel's prime location.

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Wairakei Resort Taupo Reviews

Reviews

7.8

Good

8.2/10

Cleanliness

8.4/10

Staff & service

8.0/10

Amenities

7.0/10

Property conditions & facilities

7.4/10

Eco-friendliness

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Location

Reviews

8/10 Very good

We have stayed here several times and would return again Handy location
Susan, 2-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Great staff, clean, lovely facilities, spacious room, beautiful setting
Abigail, 2-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Friendly staff
Søren, 1-night trip

8/10 Very good

Great checkin
Kay, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Great place to stay, will be back
Mike, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Good breakfast and wonderful resort
Kamran, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Very pleasant place to stay for a few nights.
Caryll, 3-night trip

8/10 Very good

Nice location will stay again great value for money
neil, 4-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Great stay, nice facilities. Spa pool was ideal
Minette, 1-night trip

8/10 Very good

The property was really spacious with plenty of parking spaces. The staffs were really lovely and check-in process was really easy
Lehor, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Great location and facilities!
Karl, 2-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Lovely resort with lots of facilities. Nice restaurant. Handy location
Annette, 2-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

We had a really nice stay of two nights and would book it again surely!
Johanna, 2-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Had a great stay with the kids. Had been to the snow earlier in the day so was awesome to heat up in the pools. Breakfast was great and staff were friendly
Lisa, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

The pool facilities. are great
CAROLYN, 2-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Loved the pool and great place for kids with lots of things to do on site
Hannah, 2-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

The reception was professional and helpful, and friendly. The outdoor pool was wonderful. Plenty of delicious food for dinner.
John, 1-night trip

8/10 Very good

Stayed in a Standard King room. It was small and dated. Bed was comfortable. Staff were very friendly and facilities on site were great.
Steve, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

They were so accommodating , friendly and easy to deal with
Gaylene, 2-night trip

8/10 Very good

We particularly enjoyed the hot pools and location of this resort meant we could easily access things to do outside.
Jane, 3-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

There was nothing to hate about this place. Buffet breakfast was amazing, staff friendly and eager to help whn asked. Everything was absolutely perfect!!
Gabrielle, 2-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

The staff was welcoming and pleasant to meet
William, 2-night trip

8/10 Very good

Stayed with kids for a ski trip. 24hr reception made late arrival/early checkout a breeze.
Linda, 2-night trip

8/10 Very good

We liked the tranquility the pools wer great and location is excellent also the cleaners dd a great job cleaning excellent dinning at restaurant with friendly staff..overall it was a excellent place for a weekend away ..
Peter, 2-night trip

8/10 Very good

Hot pools were great ,very comfortable rooms
sheryl, 3-night trip