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OriginDestinationTravel datesFlights from*
WLGAucklandFebruary 15 to February 16NZ$128
CHCAucklandFebruary 12 to February 22NZ$216
DUDAucklandApril 20 to May 12NZ$244
MELAucklandFebruary 28 to March 5NZ$546
*Prices include taxes and fees
OriginDestinationTravel datesFlights from*
WLGAucklandJanuary 25 to January 28NZ$221
DUDAucklandJanuary 26 to January 30NZ$359
CHCAucklandJanuary 25 to February 2NZ$396
AKLTaurangaJanuary 26 to January 28NZ$403
*Prices include taxes and fees

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Camellia Court Family Motel

Camellia Court Family Motel

3 out of 5
50 Tonga Street, Taupo
Stay at this 3-star motel in Taupo. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and a garden. Popular attractions A.C. Baths and Spa Thermal Park are located nearby.
6.2/10 (487 reviews)
"I was impressed with the cleanliness. The area was peaceful and also closer to the shops which was helpful. The rooms were spacious for small families. The beds were perfect as well."

Reviewed on 22 Jan. 2021

Camellia Court Family Motel
Utopian Motel Taupo - Hostel

Utopian Motel Taupo - Hostel

2 out of 5
76 Kaimanawa Street, Taupo
Stay at this hostel in Taupo. Enjoy a sauna, laundry facilities, and an in-room coffeemaker. Popular attractions Taupo Museum and Art Gallery and Taupo Marina ...
6/10 (166 reviews)
Cheap & cheerful
"Friendly hosgt couldn't have been more accommodating. Clean,tidy room, relatively quiet for a hostel-type place. Would recommend for those seeking a good room at a bargain price."

Reviewed on 21 Jan. 2018

Utopian Motel Taupo - Hostel
Taupo Urban Retreat - Hostel

Taupo Urban Retreat - Hostel

2 out of 5
65 Heuheu Street, Taupo
Stay at this hostel in Taupo. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and a fitness center. Popular attractions Taupo Museum and Art Gallery and Taupo Marina and Boat ...
8/10 Very Good! (113 reviews)
"Its not what we expected"

Reviewed on 11 Jun. 2021

Taupo Urban Retreat - Hostel
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Grosvenor Motor Inn

Grosvenor Motor Inn

3 out of 5
165 Ulster Street, Hamilton
The price is NZ$123 per night from 24 Jan to 25 Jan
NZ$123
includes taxes & fees
24 Jan - 25 Jan
Stay at this 3-star motel in Hamilton. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and daily housekeeping. Popular attractions Whitiora Bible Church and Waikato Stadium are ...
7/10 Good! (876 reviews)
"It was clean and had a nice bathroom. It was also close to Paknsave and city centre."

Reviewed on 12 Jan. 2025

Grosvenor Motor Inn
Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.

Hotels With Airport Transportation

Little Haven (formerly 52 on Rifle Motel)

Little Haven (formerly 52 on Rifle Motel)

3.5 out of 5
52 Rifle Range Road, Taupo
The price is NZ$264 per night from 27 Jan to 28 Jan
NZ$264
includes taxes & fees
27 Jan - 28 Jan
Stay at this 3.5-star motel in Taupo. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and an outdoor pool. Popular attractions Taupo Museum and Art Gallery and Taupo Marina and ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (214 reviews)
"Lovely stay and rooms were so nice&clean. We had everything we needed and hosts were very kind. We will be back 🙂"

Reviewed on 17 Jan. 2025

Little Haven (formerly 52 on Rifle Motel)
Aaron Court Motor Inn

Aaron Court Motor Inn

3.5 out of 5
250 Ulster Street, Hamilton
Stay at this 3.5-star hotel in Hamilton. Enjoy free parking, breakfast (surcharge), and room service. Popular attractions Whitiora Bible Church and Prodrive ...
8.2/10 Very Good! (287 reviews)
"I was a little disappointed, there was only one towel and the hot water ran out. The staff where really good with the late check in and the room was clean and nice."

Reviewed on 18 Nov. 2018

Aaron Court Motor Inn
Acacia Cliffs Lodge

Acacia Cliffs Lodge

5 out of 5
1/133 Mapara Road, Acacia Bay, Taupo, Waikato
Stay at this 5-star luxury lodge in Taupo. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and free parking. Popular attractions Taupo Marina and Boat Ramp and Taupo Museum ...
9.8/10 Exceptional! (10 reviews)
Absolutely fabulous
"The hosts are so attentive and welcoming from the minute you arrive. The Lodge and rooms are spotless and very comfortable and the view is seriously amazing!! A lovely private getaway - definitely recommend"

Reviewed on 21 Feb. 2020

Acacia Cliffs Lodge
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Albert Court Motor Lodge

Albert Court Motor Lodge

4.5 out of 5
29 Albert Street, Hamilton
The price is NZ$187 per night from 27 Jan to 28 Jan
NZ$187
includes taxes & fees
27 Jan - 28 Jan
Stay at this 4.5-star motel in Hamilton. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and a free area shuttle. Our guests praise the helpful staff in our reviews. Popular ...
9.6/10 Exceptional! (271 reviews)
"Friendly staff. Extremely clean and tidy. Had everything we needed."

Reviewed on 25 Dec. 2024

Albert Court Motor Lodge
Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.

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Sportsmans Lodge

Sportsmans Lodge

3 out of 5
15 Taupahi Road, Turangi
Stay at this 3-star hotel in Turangi. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and a garden. Popular attractions River Vineyard and Tongariro National Trout Centre are ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (312 reviews)
Three Night Stay
"Three night stay in the cottage. Matt was great gave us some great advice on what to see and do. Had a great general knowlege of the area."

Reviewed on 12 Jan. 2024

Sportsmans Lodge
Haka House Taupo

Haka House Taupo

2 out of 5
56 Kaimanawa Street, Taupo
The price is NZ$124 per night from 3 Feb to 4 Feb
NZ$124
includes taxes & fees
3 Feb - 4 Feb
Stay at this hostel in Taupo. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and daily housekeeping. Popular attractions Taupo Museum and Art Gallery and Taupo Marina and Boat ...
8.4/10 Very Good! (246 reviews)
"Minus: My room was just sufficient, but not practical. And at night I had to tape cardboard on the window pane to screen from the outside electrical light, and to darken the room enough for sleep. Plus: good location, good atmosphere, good facilities."

Reviewed on 16 Jan. 2025

Haka House Taupo
Oceans Resort Whitianga

Oceans Resort Whitianga

4.5 out of 5
18 Eyre Stree, Whitianga
The price is NZ$259 per night from 11 Feb to 12 Feb
NZ$259
includes taxes & fees
11 Feb - 12 Feb
Stay at this 4.5-star luxury aparthotel in Whitianga. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and room service. Popular attractions Cathedral Cove and Lost Spring Thermal ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (257 reviews)
"Pros - nice area, nice suite Cons - only bathroom on 3rd floor. No condiments including salt or pepper for cooking We booked a one bedroom suite and when we checked in, we were given a 3 bedroom 3 level suite. You could only use one bedroom, so we chose the one on the 3rd floor. There were only bathrooms ..."

Reviewed on 16 Jan. 2025

Oceans Resort Whitianga
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Judges Pool Motel

Judges Pool Motel

3.5 out of 5
92 Taupahi Road, Turangi
The price is NZ$143 per night from 26 Jan to 27 Jan
NZ$143
includes taxes & fees
26 Jan - 27 Jan
Stay at this 3.5-star ski motel in Turangi. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and room service. Our guests praise the helpful staff in our reviews. Popular attractions ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (486 reviews)
"Basic, but very clean, and helpful staff"

Reviewed on 19 Jan. 2025

Judges Pool Motel
Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.

Family Friendly Hotels in

Anchorage Resort Taupo

Anchorage Resort Taupo

3.5 out of 5
346 Lake Terrace, Taupo
The price is NZ$227 per night from 11 Feb to 12 Feb
NZ$227
includes taxes & fees
11 Feb - 12 Feb
Stay at this 3.5-star ski motel in Taupo. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and 3 outdoor pools. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms in our ...
9.4/10 Exceptional! (608 reviews)
"Strongly recommended"

Reviewed on 6 Jan. 2025

Anchorage Resort Taupo
Wairakei Resort Taupo

Wairakei Resort Taupo

4 out of 5
640 Wairakei Road, Wairakei
The price is NZ$162 per night from 18 Feb to 19 Feb
NZ$162
includes taxes & fees
18 Feb - 19 Feb
Stay at this 4-star spa hotel in Wairakei. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and 2 outdoor pools. Our guests praise the pool and the helpful staff in our reviews. ...
8/10 Very Good! (1,004 reviews)
"It's a lovely resort but if you want to leave you have to drive as it is well out of town."

Reviewed on 14 Jan. 2025

Wairakei Resort Taupo
Taupo DeBretts Spa Resort

Taupo DeBretts Spa Resort

4.5 out of 5
76 Napier-Taupo Road, SH 5, Taupo
The price is NZ$99 per night from 31 Jan to 1 Feb
NZ$99
includes taxes & fees
31 Jan - 1 Feb
Stay at this 4.5-star luxury holiday park in Taupo. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and 2 outdoor pools. Our guests praise the pool and the helpful staff in our ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (1,002 reviews)
"nice location"

Reviewed on 16 Jan. 2025

Taupo DeBretts Spa Resort
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Quality Inn Acapulco Taupo

Quality Inn Acapulco Taupo

3.5 out of 5
19 Rifle Range Road, Taupo
The price is NZ$189 per night from 4 Feb to 5 Feb
NZ$189
includes taxes & fees
4 Feb - 5 Feb
Stay at this motel in Taupo. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and breakfast (surcharge). Popular attractions Taupo Museum and Art Gallery and Taupo Marina and ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (1,001 reviews)
Very Comfortable
"Second time I have stayed here, and it was fabulous. Happy to stay again, hopefully for more than 1 night."

Reviewed on 12 Jan. 2025

Quality Inn Acapulco Taupo
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How to book cheap flights

What is the lowest price on Wotif for a flight to Waikato?

Flights to Waikato start as low as NZ$128. Once you’ve snagged your flight, it’s time to build that itinerary. If your flight touches down in a bustling city, you’ll want a head start, so you can get from jet-way to getaway as quickly as possible. Flying for business? Squeeze in some sightseeing and a snack at a locally loved restaurant between meetings—you’ll have plenty of cash thanks to our cheap business class flights to Waikato. You know what they say about all work and no play, after all.

What are the most popular airlines that fly to Waikato?

Air New Zealand. Pack your favourite magazines or stack your video queue for a mini-marathon of that television show your co-workers have been raving about. And if you get hooked a few episodes in, don’t worry; there’s always the return flight to finish the binge. Ready to book cheap flights to Waikato? Check out our selection of airfares and start putting together a holiday that fits your schedule and price range. We offer sweet deals, so you don’t have to move mountains to see the world. In fact, we’ll help you get to those mountains (or ocean, or forest) today!

What are the cheapest days to fly?

Here’s an insider tip: Tuesday is typically the cheapest day to fly! Looking at flight booked on Wotif.co.nz in 2021, we found that flights departing on a Tuesday generally had the lowest average price. Wotif data also shows Wednesdays and Fridays generally have the highest average ticket prices according to our demand data.

What is the best day to buy a plane ticket?

Guess what? Saturday is actually the best day to score the cheapest plane tickets. Looking at flight demand on Wotif.co.nz in 2021, we found that flights purchased on Saturdays had the lowest airfares on average. Thursday, on the other hand, can be the most expensive day of the week to buy your airfare, with generally a higher than average ticket value.

What is the cheapest month to fly?

When comparing 2021 flight demand on Wotif.co.nz, September is one of the cheapest months to fly, when ticket prices are generally at their lowest. May is a close second for the cheapest time to fly. The months December and January are often the most expensive ones to travel, with higher than average ticket prices, so plan ahead and book early for your travel plans.

How far in advance can you book a flight?

Are you a super organised traveller? Even though not all airlines release their fares a year in advance, you can start researching your flights 12 months in advance for many carriers. It’s good to book your international flights to popular destinations early, particularly in peak holiday periods. According to Wotif’s 2021 travel trends, last minute planners can also bag a bargain with some of the cheapest fares appearing 1-2 weeks prior to travel.

*According to flight demand on Wotif.co.nz from January to December 2021. Savings are subject to change and may vary depending on selections made.