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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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Terrace/patio
Microwave, coffee/tea maker, toaster, cleaning supplies
Spa
Deluxe Studio, 1 Queen Bed, Hot Tub, Ground Floor
Lakefront Thermal Spa Studio King Bed Ground Floor (partial view)

Reviews

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful

Popular amenities

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

Explore the area

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6 Taharepa Road, Taupo, Waikato, 3330
  • Place, Taupō Hot Springs
    ‪2 min drive‬
  • Place, Taupō Museum and Art Gallery
    ‪2 min drive‬
  • Place, Taupō Marina and Boat Ramp
    ‪3 min drive‬
  • Airport, Taupō Airport (TUO)
    ‪8 min drive‬

Room options

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

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

8.2 out of 10
Very good
(22 reviews)
  • 25 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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Deluxe Suite, 2 Bedrooms, Lake View | Balcony

Deluxe Suite, 2 Bedrooms, Lake View

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

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Lakefront Thermal Spa Studio King Bed Ground Floor (partial view) | Private spa tub

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

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

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

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

7.6 out of 10
Good
(5 reviews)
  • 26 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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One Bedroom Thermal Spa Super King Suite Ground Floor (adult only) | Terrace/patio

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

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

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

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

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
(11 reviews)
  • Partial lake view
  • 35 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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

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

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

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Iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets

Queen Spa Studio Ground Floor

  • Sleeps 2

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Iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets

Lakefront King Spa Studio Ground Floor

  • Sleeps 2

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Iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets

Exclusive Queen Spa Studio Ground Floor

  • Sleeps 2

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Iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets

Super King Spa Suite Ground Floor

  • Sleeps 2

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Iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets

Super King Suite With Lake View

  • Sleeps 2

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Iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets

2 Bedroom Suite With Lake View

  • Sleeps 4

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Iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets

Super King Suite With Balcony

  • Sleeps 2

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
  • Maori Carvings - 2 min drive - 1.8 km
  • Taupō Museum and Art Gallery - 2 min drive - 1.8 km
  • Taupō i-SITE Visitor Information Centre - 2 min drive - 1.8 km
  • Taupō Marina and Boat Ramp - 3 min drive - 2.1 km

Getting around

  • Taupō Airport (TUO) - 8 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪McDonald's - ‬20 min walk
  • ‪Dixie Brown's Cafe - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Cafe Baku - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Replete Food Company - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Piccolo - ‬2 min drive

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.

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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
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

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

Property class, provided by our rating system, is based on property type, amenities, and services.

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. 358 out of 586 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 173 out of 586 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 40 out of 586 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 11 out of 586 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 4 out of 586 reviews

9.2/10

Cleanliness

9.6/10

Staff & service

9.0/10

Amenities

8.6/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Jian

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The front desk staff is excellent, and the hot tub is great. The room is slightly smaller than average, but the lake view is gorgeous and it’s within walking distance to the bars and the lakefront trail. Parking is free.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

Joshua

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Carol at the front desk made the entire stay lovely and enjoyable. She had great advice. The pools were amazing, bring plastic cups as no glass is allowed.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

Joanne

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Stay here for the spa facilities! We absolutely loved access to the outdoor spa facilities, with 5 different temperature tubs. We also enjoyed the tub in our room. The facilities were perfect to recover from the Tongariro Alpine Crossing! The lady on reception was a delight. Housekeeping were great - nice clean room. The kitchenette and its items could do with a bit of an upgrade but we enjoyed eating out in this area anyway. Thanks for a great stay.
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

Alli

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Clean room, amazing spa and great location!
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

Pele

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Clean with good cooking facility. Mineral bath was very good.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kathy

Travelled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Very relaxing private spa
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025

8/10 Good

Monique

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
The spa area was very nice and the 4 thermal pools were definitely the highlight of this property. I would give that area 5 stars. The room, however, I would only give 2 stars due to the age of facility and it being very dated and in desperate need of remodeling and repair. The room was clean and the bed was fairly comfortable. We had a king suite on the 2nd floor and during our stay it rained heavily and the roof in the dining room began leaking and dripping onto the carpet. When we brought this up to the property owner, she did not seemed too concerned about it and also seemed to be aware of the leak. She did not offer to compensate us in any way or offer another room. If you visit, I highly recommended the spa but skip the motel stay.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

Olivia

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
amazing staff, huuuge room, the pools were amazing. we really enjoyed our stay here and will definitely be back! super quiet as well
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025

8/10 Good

Brian

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Super friendly staff. Room comfortable and well-equipped but a little dated. Excellent location
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

Virginia

Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025

8/10 Good

Tia

Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

J.Fidel

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Nice hot spring tub
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

Abigail

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Fantastic service, the lady who checked us in was wonderful. The motel itself is fab, with good size rooms. Having the thermal pool attached to the room was such a plus.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

Sara

Travelled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities
This hotel completely exceeded my expectations! Super happy with the service, the owner upgraded our room for free when we checked in. The room was clean, spacious and beautiful. Staff were incredibly friendly too. Couldn’t be happier and highly recommend staying here.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

cleveland Alma

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The stay was so relaxing the pool was clean everything about us day was wonderful The host very nice lady
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Heather

Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Sharlene

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Spa pool is not a spa pool, there are no jets, in the king studio. Its a tub with thermal water. But its hot, you can add what tempeture you like. King bed is hard. Thermal pools are really nice, there are 5, all at different tempetures. It was a great and relaxing motel. Very close to the lake, staff are awesome and friendly.
From our king studio deck
Thermal tub
Lounge/bedroom
Nice kitchen
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Andy

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Clean and comfy
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Sai

Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Barry

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We had a spa room at the front with beautiful views of the lake and very private. Our room was excellent and well serviced daily. Checkin was easy and quick and the Owner had plenty of local knowledge. We did not use the thermal spa as we had a private room spa. Only issue was people upstairs walking around the floorboards did creak a little but nothing o whinge about it was a magnificent stay.
Stayed 5 nights in Oct 2025

8/10 Good

Agata

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Slightly dated but clean rooms, you can tell they have been updated in certain areas. Staff was very friendly and the pools were great.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2025

8/10 Good

Donna

Travelled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
4 nights in lake front room. Balcony on side, good. Bed comfy. Kitchenette great. Cooked 3 nights. Stairs to unit were a challenge with heavy bags. Shower hose a challnge to wrangle but got there. Thermal pools amazing. Great to relax after a day of site sightseeing. Host very welcoming and friendly. Walkable to restaurants and town. Lake walk lovely, close to hot beach. Parking on site. Quite even though on main road.
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kathy

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Lovely 😍
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

8/10 Good

Daina

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Beautifully clean and spacious room bathroom was a tad small but the private spa made it worth it - kitchen was clean and tidy. We were off the road in a middle unit but not hard to walk out and caputre the beauty of taupo
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Trudy

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Loved my personal geo thermal hot tub. Ideal for solo traveler.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025