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Just 5 minutes’ walk from Turangi town centre, Creel Lodge is a 4.5-star Qualmark rated motel offering self-contained suites with a private patio and BBQ facilities.

Lake Taupo and Tokaanu Thermal Pools are within 5 minutes’ drive from Creel Lodge. The Tongariro National Park’s ski fields and walking trails are 40 minutes’ drive away. We didn't pay too much attention when booking this accommodation, as we just wanted a place to rest for a night after the Tongariro Alpine Crossing and before driving to Wellington. What a lovely surprise this place was! I absolutely loved staying here - spacious and clean rooms, a comfortable bed and a covered terrace in front of the apartment. Even though we didn't get to use the kitchen, it was supplied with pretty much all apliences one would need. Some details I appreciated and haven't seen before were the parking spots next to every apartment and the Netflix account the apartment had for guests. The gardens were pretty and well kept. However, I have to admit that what helped tremendously with my experience at the Creel Lodge hotel was the beautiful and incredibly friendly cat that decided to make us his friends and waited for us to wake up the next morning in front of our door.

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9.2
Superb
1,150 reviews
Price from
US$104
per night

The Reef Resort Motel offers self-contained accommodation on the edge of the Lake Taupo. The property features an outdoor heated freshwater pool and a thermal pool with a hot tub.

The modern units have either lake, mountain or pool views and all include a spa bath and a well-equipped kitchenette. Modern amenities include air conditioning and TV reception. Spacious, spotlessly clean, and extremely well equipped.

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9.1
Superb
691 reviews
Price from
US$174
per night

Whakaipo Lodge has garden views, free WiFi and free private parking, situated in Taupo, 38 km from Orakei Korako Cave and Thermal Park.

Fitted with a patio, the units offer air conditioning and feature a flat-screen TV and a private bathroom with shower and free toiletries. A fridge and kettle are also available. Wonderful location Absolutely awesomely sincere and caring hosts There is NOTHING they could or should have done differently!

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9.3
Superb
13 reviews
Price from
US$379
per night

The motel features stunning lake views from all apartments. Some rooms have a private balcony and a spa bath. A flat-screen TV, refrigerator, microwave and tea/coffee making facilities are also provided. Everything in this property was clean & we had room service every morning for the last 4 days we have stayed here. The receptionist man is very helpful too we are on our last day here & he has made our stay here an awesome one he helped us from the start up until our last day which was meant to be today but we enjoyed it so we added one more night because of their services and how helpful and clean they are, we also got the first room to the right so the view looking at the beach in the morning when the sunrise is up until it sets was one of my highlights and it's just close to all the shops and walking distance too. I will recommend this place to anyone looking for somewhere to stay visiting Taupo, definitely wont be my last time here i'll be back for sure with the rest of my family one day.

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8.1
Very good
1,303 reviews
Price from
US$109
per night

Located on the edge of Lake Taupo, The Cove- On The Lake offers luxury rooms with satellite TV and either fully equipped kitchens or kitchenettes. It features a tour desk that can book local activities, including trout fishing, skydiving and mountain biking. Free parking is available on site. Oh what a friendly ad joyful place . We enjoyed the spa and the closeness to HOT BEACH was a super treat

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8.1
Very good
1,334 reviews
Price from
US$81
per night

Just 2 minutes’ walk from Lake Taupo, Acapulco Motor Inn offers air-conditioned rooms with free Wi-Fi, flat-screen satellite TV and a DVD player. It features a hot tub and a barbecue area with outdoor seating. Free parking is available on site. We had a 2 bedroom hotel room. The beds were comfortable, breakfast was included. The hotel is in a nice location near the lake, free parking.

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8.1
Very good
1,235 reviews
Price from
US$93
per night

Offering free Wi-Fi and free parking, Cottage Mews features direct access to Two Mile Bay Beach. All rooms offer a refrigerator, microwave and a TV with satellite channels.

Each room at The Cottage Mews Motel includes heating and tea/coffee making supplies. Each has a private bathroom with a toilet and a shower.10 units offer a spa bath. Very central, metres from the lake and a walk. Close to tourist attractions. The unit was clean, spa bath a bonus. Great to have a washing machine and dryer to use! Thanks - We liked it so much we stayed an extra night. The hostess was so Accomodating and helpful, we will definitely be back. Thanks for such a lovely stay! ♥️

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8.7
Fabulous
1,580 reviews
Price from
US$153
per night

Taupo DeBretts Spa Resort is just 800 metres from Lake Taupo crater lake. It has a natural thermal spa and is only 5 minutes' drive from the Taupo town centre. Free Wi-Fi is available.

DeBretts Spa offers a wide variety of accommodation options including studio and family motels to spa chalets and luxury lodges. We really like that you can come and go to the pools all day, and that they are such a short walk from the rooms. We also like the chairs in the shade around the pools.

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8.1
Very good
4,259 reviews
Price from
US$90
per night

Suncourt Hotel & Conference Centre offers spectacular views of Lake Taupo and the volcanoes of Tongariro National Park. All individually air-conditioned rooms include free WiFi, free on-site parking and a 55 inch Smart TV with Freeview and casting/streaming abilities. Close to the lake, close to downtown,restaurant & Lounge

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8.4
Very good
1,205 reviews
Price from
US$134
per night

Hilton Lake Taupo includes free pool and gym access and features views over Lake Taupo and is just minutes away from the town centre. It is a 15-minute drive from Taupo Airport.

Enjoy a meal at the on-site Bistro Lago Restaurant and indulge in a menu created by chef Gareth Stewart. Relax with a refreshing beverage in the lounge bar. Its location and appearance and customer service

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8.3
Very good
1,692 reviews
Price from
US$181
per night

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