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OriginDestinationTravel datesFlights from*
CHCAucklandMay 30 to June 1NZ$140
DUDAucklandMay 8 to May 14NZ$168
WLGAucklandApril 25 to April 26NZ$198
PMRAucklandApril 19 to April 23NZ$357
AKLRotoruaApril 28 to April 28NZ$502
BNEAucklandApril 29 to May 19NZ$548
MELAucklandApril 30 to May 14NZ$585
SYDAucklandApril 22 to April 23NZ$860
*Prices include taxes and fees
OriginDestinationTravel datesFlights from*
CHCAucklandApril 5 to April 8NZ$359
BNEAucklandApril 4 to April 15NZ$761
*Prices include taxes and fees

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Score Epic Waikato Accommodation Deals

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$106 per night from 13 Apr to 14 Apr
NZ$106
per night
13 Apr - 14 Apr
Stay at this 3-star motel in Hamilton. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and daily housekeeping. Popular attractions SkyCity Hamilton and Whitiora Bible Church ...
7/10 Good! (883 reviews)
"The bed was a bit soft and too low"

Reviewed on 27 Mar. 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

Little Haven

3.5 out of 5
52 Rifle Range Road, Taupo
The price is NZ$237 per night from 31 Mar to 1 Apr
NZ$237
per night
31 Mar - 1 Apr
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! (218 reviews)
"Friendly hosts Colin and Lisa whose service and plans for our two night stay exceeded our expectations."

Reviewed on 14 Mar. 2025

Little Haven
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 SkyCity Hamilton and Whitiora Bible ...
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$190 per night from 29 Apr to 30 Apr
NZ$190
per night
29 Apr - 30 Apr
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! (292 reviews)
"Comfy bed and well maintained, exactly what we needed."

Reviewed on 27 Mar. 2025

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$81 per night from 28 Apr to 29 Apr
NZ$81
per night
28 Apr - 29 Apr
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! (253 reviews)
"Central, clean and well equipped accommodation"

Reviewed on 28 Feb. 2025

Haka House Taupo
Oceans Resort Whitianga

Oceans Resort Whitianga

4.5 out of 5
18 Eyre Stree, Whitianga
The price is NZ$223 per night from 27 Apr to 28 Apr
NZ$223
per night
27 Apr - 28 Apr
Stay at this 4.5-star luxury aparthotel in Whitianga. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and room service. Popular attractions Lost Spring Thermal Pools and Mercury ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (272 reviews)
"Clean, quiet & handy to hot springs"

Reviewed on 13 Mar. 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$156 per night from 28 Apr to 29 Apr
NZ$156
per night
28 Apr - 29 Apr
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! (503 reviews)
"Clean, friendly, quiet."

Reviewed on 26 Mar. 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$219 per night from 6 Apr to 7 Apr
NZ$219
per night
6 Apr - 7 Apr
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! (618 reviews)
"Staff was super helpful! Went above and beyond to help with some laundry and called when I left something behind- would stay again. Pretty location and clean/ well maintained rooms and grounds! Thanks for a great stay!"

Reviewed on 6 Mar. 2025

Anchorage Resort Taupo
Wairakei Resort Taupo

Wairakei Resort Taupo

4 out of 5
640 Wairakei Road, Wairakei
The price is NZ$150 per night from 8 Apr to 9 Apr
NZ$150
per night
8 Apr - 9 Apr
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. ...
7.8/10 Good! (1,001 reviews)
"Hôtel offrant deux piscines thermales et de grands espaces communs. Restaurant sur place pratique. Installations non récentes mais bien entretenues"

Reviewed on 25 Mar. 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$91 per night from 28 Apr to 29 Apr
NZ$91
per night
28 Apr - 29 Apr
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! (998 reviews)
"Nice stay with shops and dining not far. It was nice having hot pools and slides next door for the boys, you do have to pay entry but discount if staying here. The accommodation was ok but needs some updating as a bit outdated, didnt have many bathroom amenities. Fridge and drawers in kitchen were ..."

Reviewed on 24 Mar. 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$167 per night from 27 Apr to 28 Apr
NZ$167
per night
27 Apr - 28 Apr
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! (1,000 reviews)
"The staff are amazing."

Reviewed on 25 Mar. 2025

Quality Inn Acapulco Taupo
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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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$140. 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?

Jetstar, 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.