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VU Thermal Lodge

3.0 star property
Adults-only beach motel

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Lakefront Thermal Spa Studio King Bed Ground Floor (partial view)
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Property grounds
Deluxe Suite, 2 Bedrooms, Lake View | Living area
Deluxe Suite, 2 Bedrooms, Lake View | Lake view
Reviews
9.0

Wonderful

Popular amenities

  • Hot tub
  • Pool
  • KitchenKitchenKitchen
  • LaundryLaundryLaundry
  • Parking includedParking includedParking included
  • HousekeepingHousekeepingHousekeeping

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Map
2 Taharepa Road, Taupo, Waikato, 3330
  • Popular LocationTaupo Hot Springs2 min drive
  • Popular LocationTaupo Marina and Boat Ramp3 min drive
  • Popular LocationTaupo Museum and Art Gallery3 min drive
  • AirportTaupo (TUO)6 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)

9.2/10 Wonderful

Highlights

Furnished patio
Individually decorated
Private pool
Private indoor hot tub
Air conditioning
Kitchen
Fridge
Flat-screen TV
  • 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)

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

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

10/10 Exceptional

Highlights

Furnished patio
Separate dining area
Private indoor hot tub
Air conditioning
Kitchen
Flat-screen TV
Separate bedroom
Hairdryer
  • 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

10/10 Exceptional

Highlights

Private plunge pool
Private indoor hot tub
Air conditioning
Kitchen
Fridge
Flat-screen TV
Premium bedding
Hairdryer
  • 26 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

View all photos for Economy Studio, 1 King Bed, Ground Floor

Economy Studio, 1 King Bed, Ground Floor

Economy Studio, 1 King Bed, Ground Floor

10/10 Exceptional

Highlights

Air conditioning
Kitchen
Fridge
Flat-screen TV
Memory foam bed
Hairdryer
Private bathroom
Eco-friendly toiletries
  • 18 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King 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)

10/10 Exceptional

Highlights

Balcony or patio
Separate dining area
Air conditioning
Kitchen
Flat-screen TV
Hairdryer
Private bathroom
Eco-friendly toiletries
  • 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

10/10 Exceptional

Highlights

Furnished patio
Private pool
Private indoor hot tub
Air conditioning
Kitchen
Fridge
Flat-screen TV
Hairdryer
  • 25 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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

Private spa tub

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

10/10 Exceptional

Highlights

Furnished patio
Individually furnished
Private pool
Private indoor hot tub
Air conditioning
Kitchen
Fridge
Flat-screen TV
  • 25 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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

Deluxe Suite, 2 Bedrooms, Lake View | Balcony

Deluxe Suite, 2 Bedrooms, Lake View

7.5/10 Good

Highlights

Balcony
Separate sitting area
Air conditioning
Kitchen
Full-sized fridge/freezer
Dishwasher
Flat-screen TV
2 bedrooms
  • 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)

Highlights

Balcony
Separate dining area
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Kitchen
Flat-screen TV
Hairdryer
Private bathroom
  • 35 sq m
  • Lake view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Exterior
Lake Taupo Motor Inn
Pool
Hot tub
Parking included
Free WiFi
4.6 out of 5, Wonderful, (1000)
The price is NZ$194
for 1 night
includes taxes & fees
5 Jun - 6 Jun
Lake Taupo Motor Inn

About the area

Taupo

At VU Thermal Lodge you'll be within a 30-minute stroll of Waipahihi Botanical Gardens and Maori Carvings. Highlights at this beach motel include 10 hot tubs, and in-room kitchens and free WiFi. .Flat-screen TVs, coffee/tea makers and hairdryers are featured in all 17 rooms. Additionally, kitchens, microwaves and free toiletries are available. Housekeeping is available on request. .This smoke-free motel offers an outdoor pool, free WiFi in public areas and a terrace. Added amenities include a seasonal outdoor swimming pool and laundry facilities. There's also the convenience of free self parking. .Places within a 30-minute walk of this 3-property class Taupo motel include Taupo Marina and Boat Ramp and Taupo Museum and Art Gallery.
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What's nearby

  • Taupo Hot Springs - 2 min drive
  • Wairakei Geothermal Power Station - 3 min drive
  • Taupo Marina and Boat Ramp - 3 min drive
  • Taupo Museum and Art Gallery - 3 min drive
  • A.C. Baths - 5 min drive

Getting around

  • Taupo (TUO) - 7 min drive

Restaurants

  • McDonald's - 3 min drive
  • Dixie Brown's - 2 min drive
  • Master of India - 3 min drive
  • Mole & Chicken Restaurant, Cafe & Bar - 6 min walk
  • Finn Maccuhal's Irish Pub - 3 min drive

About this property

VU Thermal Lodge

Adults-only beach motel
VU Thermal Lodge offers its guests 10 hot tubs and an outdoor pool. WiFi is free in public spaces. Hot springs, a terrace, and tour/ticket assistance are also featured at VU Thermal Lodge. Self parking is free.

This 3-star Taupo motel is smoke free.

  • 17 guestrooms or units
  • Self-service laundry
  • Front desk (limited hours)
  • Storage area for luggage
  • Tour and ticket information
  • Terrace
  • No smoking on site
VU Thermal Lodge offers 17 air-conditioned accommodations with coffee/tea makers and a hairdryer. Accommodation at this 3-star motel has kitchens with microwaves. Bathrooms include a shower and complimentary toiletries.

This Taupo motel provides complimentary wireless Internet access. Flat-screen televisions come with digital channels. An iron/ironing board, hairdryers and change of towels can be requested. Housekeeping is provided on a daily basis.

Public bath/onsen services include an indoor mineral hot spring (onsen). This service features shared men's and women's areas. There are 11 indoor hot springs and outdoor hot springs open between 4:00 PM and 11:00 PM. The temperature in the hot springs is set to 149°F.

Languages

Chinese (Cantonese), English

Property amenities

Internet

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

Parking and transport

  • Free self parking on site

Things to do

  • 11 indoor hot springs
  • Outdoor pool
  • Spa tub

Conveniences

  • Laundry facilities
  • Limited-hour front desk
  • Luggage storage

Guest services

  • Change of bedsheets on request
  • Change of towels on request
  • Daily housekeeping
  • Tour and ticket assistance

Outdoors

  • Direct access to the beach
  • In a national park
  • On a lake
  • Terrace

Spa

  • 11 indoor hot springs
  • Hot springs open from 4:00 PM - 11:00 PM
  • Hot springs water temperature - 65 ºC
  • Indoor mineral hot springs (onsen)
  • Outdoor hot spring
  • Shared men and women areas

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

More

  • 100% renewable energy
  • At least 80% lighting from LEDs
  • Comprehensive recycling policy
  • Eco-friendly cleaning products used
  • Local culture and ecosystem education
  • Smoke-free property

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

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

Entertainment

  • Flat-screen TV with digital channels

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 and check-out are available
Minimum check-in age - 18

Check-out

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

Special check-in instructions

The property charges 2.5 per cent for credit card payments
The front desk is open daily from 2:00 PM - 8:30 PM
Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival
This property doesn't offer after-hours check-in

Renovations and closures

The property will be renovating from 16 March 2024 to 31 August 2024 (completion date subject to change). The following areas are affected:
  • Swimming pool
During renovations, the motel will make every effort to minimise noise and disturbance.

Access methods

Staffed front desk

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.
  • Cots (infant beds) are not available.

Payment types

Important information

Fees

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

  • Deposit: NZD 300 per accommodation
  • 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 per cent

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
On-site 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 and a first aid kit
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 accepts Visa, Mastercard, debit cards and cash. On-site 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 all accommodation. Cashless payment methods are available for all transactions and guests can access their rooms with a mobile device. Contactless check-in and contactless check-out are available.

We should mention

  • The outdoor pool closes for the season in December.
  • Hot springs access available from 4:00 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 VU Thermal Lodge.

National rating

This property does not have a Qualmark® rating. For the benefit of our customers, we have provided a rating based on our ratings system.

Property is also known as

VU Thermal Lodge Taupo
VU Thermal Taupo
VU Thermal
VU Thermal Lodge Motel
VU Thermal Lodge Taupo
VU Thermal Lodge Motel Taupo

Frequently asked questions

What is the cancellation policy at VU Thermal Lodge?

VU Thermal Lodge offers free cancellation on select room rates. Check out the cancellation policy for more info.

How much does it cost to stay at VU Thermal Lodge?

As of 22 May 2024, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at VU Thermal Lodge on 26 May 2024 start from NZ$197.10, including taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

Is parking available at VU Thermal Lodge?

Yep, VU Thermal Lodge has a free self car park.

Does VU Thermal Lodge have a pool?

VU Thermal Lodge has a seasonal outdoor pool. The property will be renovating the swimming pool from March 16 2024 until August 31 2024 (completion date subject to change).

Is VU Thermal Lodge family-friendly?

No, VU Thermal Lodge is an adults-only property.

Is there a free airport shuttle available at VU Thermal Lodge?

No, VU Thermal Lodge does not offer an airport shuttle service.

What time are check-in & check-out at VU Thermal Lodge?

Check-in begins at 2:00 PM. Check-out time is 10:00 AM.

Are pets allowed at VU Thermal Lodge?

No, pets are not allowed.

VU Thermal Lodge Reviews

Reviews

9.0

Wonderful

Rating 10 - Excellent. 173 out of 296 reviews" "
Rating 8 - Good. 98 out of 296 reviews" "
Rating 6 - Okay. 17 out of 296 reviews" "
Rating 4 - Poor. 6 out of 296 reviews" "
Rating 2 - Terrible. 2 out of 296 reviews" "

9.2/10

Cleanliness

9.6/10

Staff & service

9.0/10

Amenities

8.6/10

Property conditions & facilities

8.4/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Tim

Stayed 1 night in Mar 2024

6/10 Okay

Rachelle

Travelled with partner
Disliked: Property conditions & facilities
A little out-dated and minor upgrades would benefit the overall look of the suites. Units could benefit from patio friendly dishes to use when bbqing. No BBQ brush. Dated interior (brown carpet). Amenities do not seem to be cleaned or taken care of. Only one pack of coffee for the morning (not useful for couples). Also tiles and blocks around the pool are concern for safety.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2024

2/10 Terrible

Max

Stayed 1 night in Feb 2024

8/10 Good

Thomas

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2024

6/10 Okay

Karen

Travelled with partner
Liked: Staff & service
Great location, loved the thermal tub in our King room but this place needs an upgrade! Very outdated & the pavers around entrance at steps to pool were loose & covered with fake grass which was dangerous! Has great potential though with some much needed love & attention :)
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2024

10/10 Excellent

JOSE

Stayed 1 night in Feb 2024

10/10 Excellent

Ira, Missoula

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Hotel staff are exceptional
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2024

10/10 Excellent

Steph

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2023

10/10 Excellent

Emma

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The motel is in a great location, set back from the main road so you don't hear the traffic noise, but just across the road from the lake front. The thermal baths were wonderful to soak in too. The staff were all very lovely and helpful. Would definitely recommend.
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2023

10/10 Excellent

Megan

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2023