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Taupo Thermal Motel & Spa - Adults Only

3.0 star property
3-star beach motel near Taupō Marina and Boat Ramp

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Enjoy breathtaking views of the sea and distant mountains from this stylish room, featuring a comfortable bed, a wooden bench, and a small table.
Enjoy a serene view of the water and distant landscape from the large window in this room, featuring a comfortable bed, a console table, and a sofa.
Relax in a serene outdoor seating area with breathtaking views of the surrounding hills.
Relax by the rectangular pool surrounded by a low deck and lounge chairs.
Relax in a spacious living room with a high ceiling, comfortable sofas, and a large sliding glass door leading to a balcony with a scenic view.

Reviews

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful

Popular amenities

  • Housekeeping
  • Kitchen
  • Air conditioning
  • Parking included
  • Free WiFi

Explore the area

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6 Taharepa Road, Taupo, Waikato, 3330
  • Taupō Hot Springs
    ‪2 min drive‬
  • Taupō Marina and Boat Ramp
    ‪4 min drive‬
  • Wairakei Geothermal Power Station
    ‪4 min drive‬
  • Taupō Airport (TUO)
    ‪10 min drive‬

Room options

View all photos for Lakefront Thermal Spa Studio King Bed Ground Floor (partial view)

Relax in a serene spa area with a hot tub, framed artworks, and lush greenery.

Lakefront Thermal Spa Studio King Bed Ground Floor (partial view)

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(4 reviews)
  • 28 sq m
  • Partial lake view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

View all photos for One Bedroom Thermal Spa Super King Suite Ground Floor (adult only)

Enjoy al fresco dining on the deck overlooking the water.

One Bedroom Thermal Spa Super King Suite Ground Floor (adult only)

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(13 reviews)
  • 38 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

View all photos for Exclusive Studio Suite, 1 Queen Bed, Hot Tub, Ground Floor

Relax in the spacious bathroom with a hot tub, sink, and wine glasses.

Exclusive Studio Suite, 1 Queen Bed, Hot Tub, Ground Floor

  • 26 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

View all photos for 1 Bedroom Super King Suite with Balcony (upper floor no spa)

Relax in this inviting room with a large bed, comfortable bench, and stunning outdoor views.

1 Bedroom Super King Suite with Balcony (upper floor no spa)

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful
(7 reviews)
  • 35 sq m
  • Partial lake view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

View all photos for Deluxe Studio, 1 Queen Bed, Hot Tub, Ground Floor

Relax in this stylish room with a large bed, sliding glass door to a balcony, and a view of the outdoors.

Deluxe Studio, 1 Queen Bed, Hot Tub, Ground Floor

8.6 out of 10
Excellent
(17 reviews)
  • 25 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

View all photos for Deluxe Suite, 2 Bedrooms, Lake View

Enjoy unobstructed ocean views from this spacious balcony with glass-enclosed tables and chairs.

Deluxe Suite, 2 Bedrooms, Lake View

7.0 out of 10
Good
(2 reviews)
  • 78 sq m
  • 2 bedrooms
  • Lake view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Double Bed and 1 King Bed

View all photos for Lakefront 1 Bedrom Super King Suite (upper floor , no spa)

Enjoy a serene view of the water and distant landscape from the large window in this room, featuring a comfortable bed, a console table, and a sofa.

Lakefront 1 Bedrom Super King Suite (upper floor , no spa)

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(2 reviews)
  • 35 sq m
  • Lake view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

About the area

Taupō

Steps from the beach.Your stay at this Taupō Central motel places you within 2 miles (3 km) of Maori Carvings and Waipahihi Botanical Gardens. Taupō Museum and Art Gallery and Taupō Marina and Boat Ramp are also within 2 miles (3 km).
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What's nearby

  • Taupō Hot Springs - 2 min drive - 1.8 km
  • Taupō Museum and Art Gallery - 3 min drive - 1.8 km
  • Taupō Marina and Boat Ramp - 4 min drive - 2.1 km
  • A.C. Baths - 4 min drive - 2.9 km
  • Wairakei Geothermal Power Station - 4 min drive - 3.2 km

Getting around

  • Taupō Airport (TUO) - 8 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪McDonald's - ‬20 min walk
  • ‪Two Mile Bay Sailing Club - ‬2 min drive
  • ‪Malabar Beyond India - ‬2 min drive
  • ‪Mole & Chicken Restaurant, Cafe & Bar - ‬6 min walk
  • ‪Jolly Good Fellows - English Bar - ‬11 min walk

About this property

Taupo Thermal Motel & Spa - Adults Only

3-star beach motel near Taupō Marina and Boat Ramp
Taupo Thermal Motel & Spa - Adults Only offers its guests 4 outdoor swimming pools and a seasonal outdoor pool. WiFi is free in public spaces. Hot springs, a terrace, and tour/ticket assistance are also featured at Taupo Thermal Motel & Spa - Adults Only. Self parking is free.

Smoking is allowed in designated areas at this 3-star Taupō motel.

  • 17 guestrooms or units
  • Poolside lounge chairs
  • Umbrellas for the pool
  • Front desk (limited hours)
  • Storage area for luggage
  • Tour and ticket information
  • Terrace
  • Smoking in designated areas
Taupo Thermal Motel & Spa - Adults Only offers 17 air-conditioned accommodations with coffee/tea makers and hair dryers. Accommodations at this 3-star motel have kitchens with microwaves. Bathrooms include showers and complimentary toiletries.

This Taupō motel provides complimentary wireless Internet access. Flat-screen televisions come with digital channels. Irons/ironing boards, hair dryers, and change of towels can be requested. Housekeeping is provided daily.

Public bath/onsen services include an outdoor mineral hot springs (Japanese-style onsen). There are 11 indoor hot springs and 4 outdoor hot springs open between 2:30 PM and 11:00 PM. The temperature in the hot springs is set to 131°F.

Languages

Chinese (Cantonese), English

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Free self parking on site

Things to do

  • 11 indoor hot springs
  • 4 outdoor pools
  • Hot tub

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Upper floors accessible by stairs only

Room amenities

Entertainment

  • Flat-screen TV with digital channels

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Shower
  • Towels provided

Food and drink

  • Cleaning supplies
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Kitchen
  • Microwave
  • Toaster

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Eco-friendly toiletries
  • Energy-saving switches in guestrooms
  • Iron/ironing board on request
  • LED lighting
  • Mobile key entry
  • Water-efficient showers
  • Water-efficient toilets

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; Check-in end time: 8:30 PM
Contactless check-in available
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 10:00 AM
Contactless check-out available

Special check-in instructions

The property charges 2.5 percent for credit card payments
The front desk is open daily from 2:00 PM - 8:30 PM
Front desk staffed during limited hours
This property doesn't offer after-hours check-in

Access methods

Front desk (limited hours)

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Children and extra beds

  • Children younger than 18 are not allowed at this adults-only property. All guests 18 and older are welcome.
  • Rollaway/extra beds are not available.
  • Cribs (infant beds) are not available.

Property payment types

Important information

Fees

Guests will be asked to pay the following charges at the property:

  • Deposit: NZD 300 per accommodation, per stay
  • Deposit is payable by bank transfer and is due within 48 hours of booking the reservation.

We've listed all charges provided to us by the property.

Optional extras

The fees and deposits listed below will be charged at the time of service, check-in, or check-out.

  • Credit card charges are subject to a surcharge of 2.5 percent

This may not be a comprehensive list. Fees and deposits are subject to change and might not include tax.

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card, or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
This property accepts credit cards, debit cards, and cash
Cashless transactions are available
Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited
This property uses geothermal energy, plus eco-friendly cleaning products
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, and a first aid kit
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
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A cash deposit, credit card, or debit card for incidental charges and government-issued photo identification may be required upon check-in.
Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in. Special requests can't be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.
    This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business, or profession. 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. This property accepts Visa, Mastercard, debit cards, and cash. Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited. This property uses geothermal energy, plus eco-friendly cleaning products. For guests' safety, the property includes a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, and a first aid kit in each accommodation. Cashless payment methods are available for all transactions and guests can access their rooms with a mobile device.

We should mention

  • The seasonal pool will open in January and close in December.
  • Pool access available from noon to 9 PM.
  • Hot springs access available from 2:30 PM to 11:00 PM.
  • This is an adults-only property and guests under 18 years old aren't allowed.
  • Registered guests are the only ones allowed to be in guestrooms.
  • Alcohol isn't served at Taupo Thermal Motel & Spa - Adults Only.
  • This property welcomes guests of all sexual orientations and gender identities (LGBTQ+ friendly).

National rating

For the benefit of our customers, we have provided a rating based on our rating system.

Property is also known as

VU Thermal Lodge Taupo
VU Thermal Taupo
VU Thermal
VU Thermal Lodge
Taupo Thermal & Spa Taupo
Taupo Thermal Motel & Spa Motel
Taupo Thermal Motel & Spa Taupo
Taupo Thermal Motel & Spa Motel Taupo

Taupo Thermal Motel & Spa - Adults Only Reviews

Reviews

9.0

Wonderful

Rating 10 - Excellent. 282 out of 471 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 144 out of 471 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 33 out of 471 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 9 out of 471 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 3 out of 471 reviews

9.2/10

Cleanliness

9.6/10

Staff & service

9.0/10

Amenities

8.6/10

Property conditions & facilities

8.8/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Mikayla

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
This is my first stay in taupo and I absolutely loved this motel, the thermal spa add on was the absolute highlight of the stay. Absolutely quite could not hear no one else that was staying at the motel. Staff absolutely amazing caring and very welcoming. We will definitely be staying again and will tell whānau who haven't stayed to come and stay.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025

6/10 Okay

Mark

Business traveller
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Disliked: Property conditions & facilities
Unfortunately, the Heat Pump was ineffective and also the TV didn't work. Otherwise, all good.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Neil

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Hot water pool very relaxing
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

8/10 Good

Tracey

Business traveller
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
A wonderful welcome and they were happy to let me have a late check out! Spa was super
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Ree

Travelled with partner
Liked: Amenities
Great check-in. Stairs up to unit are steep. Nice size room. Toilet door needs fixing. Bed was a bit hard for me. Nice thermal pools and good changing rooms.
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

8/10 Good

Lorrel

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Had a nice 1 night stay. Had everything we needed. Check-in lady was lovely and quick service. Parking easy. In room mineral spa was a nice bonus at the end of a cold day. Thanks!
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Colleen

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Private thermal spa in unit. Wonderful view over the lake. Very helpful management
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jared

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, room comfort

Wonderful spa pools!

Loved our stay here. We went with the upgraded room with the spa tub in the room but never used it as the spa pools were so wonderful and relaxing. Receptionist was super friendly and helpful. The motel is getting a bit dated though and a slight musty smell to our room.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Tanya

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Like the worlds best marriage between kiwi bath and onsen.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Natalie

Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Levi

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Fantastic little hidden gem, staff were exceptionally nice. Facilities were great, will definitely be returning.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Tim

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Nice place to stay
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kim, Whitby

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Nice, well located motel. Receptionist was lovely and very helpful. Only downside was the narrow stairs to the upstairs units.
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Sally

Travelled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The private thermal tub (“pool”) was excellent! So relaxing after a day of hiking and shopping
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Matthew

Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Les

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Liked having the 4 separate rooms and a balcony with a great view
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2025

8/10 Good

Tony

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The thermal spa was quite good to relax in.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025

8/10 Good

Ann

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Invigorating mineral spa

Stayed in a room with mineral spa which was great and we used it twice daily. Room was a bit tight juggling 2 suitcases. But still had room for small table and great tub chairs. Self contained kitchen was also very compact- not much bench space but adequate. Great size tv. Could hear people in next room moving around and their music playing. Excellent room service, and warm welcome from reception. Great views and seating on external balcony. Was a bit out of town but only a short drive to centre of town. There was a small supermarket and some food options a short walk ( up a step hill).
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Steven

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Thermal stay

Was a great place to stay, great value, pool setting was awesome. Good friendly room service. A bbq near the room or on the main front deck facing the lake would be a nice addition.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Mark C

Business traveller
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Aways very nice to stay
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

6/10 Okay

Jess

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Love the unique lights in the room, great friendly service.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Zach

Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

anthony p

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Spotless and couldn't fault the property

we really enjoyed our stay there, would definitely go again. The room was spotless, comfortable bed ,great spa pool and couldn't fault the place.The viewing deck over the lake another plus.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Lisa

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Loved the mineral hot springs bath! Bed very comfy. Nice views from lookout deck. Walkable to downtown.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

steven

Travelled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Hot tub
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025