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Taupo Thermal Motel & Spa

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

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Lakefront Thermal Spa Studio King Bed Ground Floor (partial view)
Lakefront 1 Bedrom Super King Suite (upper floor , no spa)
4 outdoor pools, open 3:00 PM to 9 PM, pool umbrellas, sun loungers
4 outdoor pools, open 3:00 PM to 9 PM, pool umbrellas, sun loungers
Deluxe Suite, 2 Bedrooms, Lake View | Living area

Reviews

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful

Popular amenities

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

Explore the area

Map
6 Taharepa Road, Taupo, Waikato, 3330
  • Taupo Hot Springs
    ‪2 min drive‬
  • Taupo Marina and Boat Ramp
    ‪4 min drive‬
  • A.C. Baths
    ‪4 min drive‬
  • Taupo (TUO)
    ‪10 min drive‬

Room options

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

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

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

  • 28 sq m
  • Partial lake view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King 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)

  • 38 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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

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

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)

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

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

  • 35 sq m
  • Partial lake view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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

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

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

  • 25 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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

Deluxe Suite, 2 Bedrooms, Lake View | Balcony

Deluxe Suite, 2 Bedrooms, Lake View

  • 78 sq m
  • 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)

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

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

  • 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. Taupo Museum and Art Gallery and Taupo Marina and Boat Ramp are also within 2 miles (3 km).
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What's nearby

  • Taupo Hot Springs - 2 min drive - 1.8 km
  • Spa Thermal Park - 3 min drive - 2.2 km
  • Taupo 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

  • Taupo (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

3-star beach motel near Taupo Marina and Boat Ramp
Taupo Thermal Motel & Spa 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. Self parking is free.

Smoking is allowed in designated areas at this 3-star Taupo 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 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 Taupo 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 3:00 PM 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.
  • 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
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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 Reviews

Reviews

9.0

Wonderful

Rating 10 - Excellent. 278 out of 459 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 141 out of 459 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 28 out of 459 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 9 out of 459 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 3 out of 459 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

Belinda

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
What an amazing place to stay! We had a room with a private thermal spa and garden dining - our room opened out into a cute enclosed courtyard where we ate a romantic dinner then enjoyed a luxurious spa! The spa garden was delightfully decorated with a ceiling of artificial plants, and golden tiles, and romantic lighting. Truly a treat! I should have taken more photos! Also, I loved the silver jewel themed bathroom tiles, and the vintage tea cups. Totally recommended for a unique and special getaway!
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

8/10 Good

Dianne

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Lovely staff and great that you can use the onsite mineral pools which are fantastic. Property although very clean is quite dated. The daily servicing was a pleasant surprise.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025

8/10 Good

Verla

Travelled with partner
Great hospitality
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Eric

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

Eric’s one night stay

We loved our stay. The lady at the front desk was so welcoming and friendly. We enjoyed the view of the sunset and the lake. The spa tub is excellent. Overall an excellent experience.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Cheryl

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Wonderful staff and accommodating
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

8/10 Good

John

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, room comfort
The spa area is amazing. Our room was great except for the door you could see outside between door and door frame, There needs to be some updates,
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Pattie

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Carol (owner)was so pleasant and helpful, room was clean kitchen adequately stocked, thermal hot tub was a nice bonus, beautiful lake view on open decking area, gorgeous sunsets, within easy walking to center of town with plenty of shoppes and food/dining whatever you desired. Big information center in town and super helpful. Throughly enjoyed our stay there so much to see and do. Will recommend it without hesitation.
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Andrew

Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2025

4/10 Poor

Debbie

Disliked: Property conditions & facilities

In need of refurbishment and quite a walk to town

We stayed in downstairs king bed room with spa tub. We booked this room noy knowing that this was the weekend of the NZ Ironman competition , however the room was very expensive and very tired. In fact this is one of the most expensive places we have stayed in NZ and definitely not the best quality. The spa tub and area around also needs updating. The laundry facility mentioned is the host doing the wash for you for a extra charge. The hotel is a 25 minute walk into town where all the restaurants are. The spa pools near reception are nice. Maybe other rooms at the hotel have been refurbished but ours was definitely overdue.
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Vicki

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
This is an older property but it is well maintained and clean. The bed was comfortable with good quality bedding.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Gavin

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Wow! They have 3 large warm thermal pools out the back. They were so lovely we didn't get time to use our room's private spa.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2025

8/10 Good

Sandra

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great Lake view!
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2025

8/10 Good

Janet

Liked: Amenities
Great position, lovely lake view. Enjoyed the mineral spa.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Bede

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Spa vath eas great
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025

8/10 Good

stuart

Travelled with partner
Liked: Property conditions & facilities
Very nice spot and spa pools are a good touch
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2025

8/10 Good

Allison

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We had a lovely stay and would recommend this property if your in the area.
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Nicole, Calgary

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great little hot spring motel, nice rooms with private tubs
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Renata

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Everything! Great nights sleep, excellent cooking facility, awesome staff?!! 😁
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Alok

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Beautiful place to relax and recharge
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Brad

Just such an awesome spot
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2025

8/10 Good

Helen

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Loved our private mineral pool.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Anthony

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

Ticked All the Boxes

Clean, comfortable and good location. Spa experience a bonus.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kelly

Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

CHRISTOPHER

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025