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Wairakei Resort Taupo

4.0 star property
Hotel in Wairakei with 2 outdoor pools and full-service spa

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2 outdoor pools
Spa Suite | Living area
Courtyard
Aerial view
Waiora King

Reviews

8.0 out of 10
Very good

Popular amenities

  • 24/7 front desk
  • Hot tub
  • Bar
  • Spa
  • Breakfast available
  • Pool
The current price is NZ$162
includes taxes & fees
23 Mar - 24 Mar

Explore the area

Map
640 Wairakei Road, Wairakei, 3352
  • Wairakei Terraces & Thermal Health Spa
    ‪4 min walk‬
  • Wairakei Natural Thermal Valley
    ‪7 min walk‬
  • Prawn Farm
    ‪3 min drive‬
  • Taupo (TUO)
    ‪12 min drive‬

Room options

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Tauhara King

Tauhara King

Highlights

Balcony or patio
Air conditioning
Free cots/infant beds
Fridge
TV
Private bathroom
Hairdryer
Electric kettle
  • 28.08 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed OR 2 Single Beds

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Waiora King

Waiora King

Highlights

Balcony or patio
Air conditioning
Free cots/infant beds
Fridge
TV
Hairdryer
Private bathroom
Shower/bath combination
  • 22.82 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed OR 2 Single Beds

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Superior Twin

Superior Twin

Highlights

Balcony or patio
Air conditioning
Free cots/infant beds
Fridge
TV
Hairdryer
Private bathroom
Shower/bath combination
  • 33.82 sq m
  • Sleeps 5
  • 2 Queen Beds

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Studio King

Studio King

Highlights

Balcony or patio
Separate sitting area
Heating
Free cots/infant beds
Fridge
TV
Fan
Private bathroom
  • 25.63 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

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Family Villa

Family Villa

Highlights

Balcony or patio
Separate dining area
Separate sitting area
Heating
Free cots/infant beds
Fridge
TV
Fan
  • 45.59 sq m
  • Sleeps 5
  • 1 King Bed and 2 Single Sofa Beds

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Junior Suite

Junior Suite

Highlights

Balcony or patio
Separate sitting area
Free cots/infant beds
Fridge
TV
Ceiling fan
Separate bedroom
Hairdryer
  • 36.05 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

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Economy King

Economy King

Highlights

Balcony or patio
Free cots/infant beds
Fridge
TV
Ceiling fan
Hairdryer
Private bathroom
Shower/bath combination
  • 21.35 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed OR 2 Single Beds

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Spa Suite

Spa Suite

Highlights

Balcony or patio
Separate sitting area
Private indoor hot tub
Air conditioning
Free cots/infant beds
Fridge
TV
Separate bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

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Tauhara Twin

Tauhara Twin

Highlights

Balcony or patio
Air conditioning
Free cots/infant beds
Fridge
TV
Hairdryer
Private bathroom
Shower/bath combination
  • 28.08 sq m
  • Sleeps 5
  • 2 Queen Beds

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Huka Twin

Huka Twin

Highlights

Balcony or patio
Heating
Free cots/infant beds
Fridge
TV
Ceiling fan
Hairdryer
Private bathroom
  • 28.4 sq m
  • Sleeps 5
  • 2 Double Beds

Economy Room

  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed OR 2 Single Beds

Tauhara King

  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

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In-room safe, iron/ironing board, free cots/infant beds, free WiFi

Studio King

  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

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In-room safe, iron/ironing board, free cots/infant beds, free WiFi

Tauhara Twin

  • Sleeps 5
  • 2 Queen Beds

Superior Twin Room

  • Sleeps 5
  • 2 Queen Beds

Family Villa

  • Sleeps 5
  • 1 Single Sofa Bed, 1 King Bed and 1 Single Bed

Waiora Room

  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed OR 2 Single Beds

Spa Suite

  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

Huka Twin Room

  • Sleeps 5
  • 2 Double Beds

Junior Suite

  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

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About the area

Wairakei

At Wairakei Resort Taupo you'll be within just a 10-minute stroll of Wairakei Terraces & Thermal Health Spa and Wairakei Natural Thermal Valley. Highlights at this hotel include 2 outdoor swimming pools, a full-service spa and free self-parking. .A day of pampering can include massages, body wraps and mani/pedis. Geyser Bar is the hotel's own bar. Enjoy the gym, Hot tub and sauna as well as access to bike hire. Plus you'll find free Wi-Fi in public areas and laundry facilities. Each morning full breakfast is served between 6:30 AM and 10 AM. There's also the convenience of limited parking. .In proximity to this 4-property class Wairakei hotel you'll find Lake Taupo.

What's nearby

  • Wairakei Terraces & Thermal Health Spa - 4 min walk
  • Huka Falls - 4 min drive
  • Wairakei International Golf Course - 4 min drive
  • Spa Thermal Park - 8 min drive
  • Craters of the Moon - 9 min drive

Getting around

  • Taupo (TUO) - 12 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Huka Falls - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Embra - ‬8 min drive
  • ‪Bubu Coffee Roasters - ‬7 min drive
  • ‪Catch 22 Takeaways - ‬8 min drive
  • ‪Fast and Fresh Bakery Cafe - ‬7 min drive

About this property

Wairakei Resort Taupo

Hotel in Wairakei with 2 outdoor pools and full-service spa
Wairakei Resort Taupo offers its guests a full-service spa, 2 outdoor swimming pools, Access to hot tub, and a sauna. WiFi is free in public spaces. You can enjoy a drink at the bar/lounge. A fitness centre, a terrace, and tour/ticket assistance are also featured at Wairakei Resort Taupo. Limited free parking is available on a first-come, first-served basis.

Smoking is allowed in designated areas at this 4-star Wairakei hotel.

  • 187 guestrooms or units
  • 3 levels
  • Breakfast available (surcharge)
  • Self-service laundry
  • Front desk (24 hours)
  • Storage area for luggage
  • Front desk safe
  • Tour and ticket information
  • Terrace
  • Garden
  • Outdoor picnic space
  • Newspapers in lobby (free)
  • Lift
  • Smoking in designated areas
  • Bar or lounge
Wairakei Resort Taupo offers 187 accommodations with a safe and a hairdryer. Rooms open to balconies or patios. Cable televisions are provided. Guests can surf the web using complimentary wireless Internet access. Cots/infant beds (complimentary) are also available. Housekeeping is provided on a daily basis.
Guests can indulge in a pampering treatment at the hotel's full-service spa. Services include facials, body wraps, body treatments and manicures and pedicures.

Languages

Chinese (Mandarin), English, Hindi

Property amenities

Internet

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

Parking and transport

  • Free self parking on site
  • Limited on-site parking
  • Onsite parking includes off-street options

Food and drink

  • Daily full breakfast available 6:30 AM to 10 AM for a fee: NZD 46 for adults and NZD 30 for children
  • A bar/lounge

Restaurants on site

  • Geyser Bar

Things to do

  • 2 outdoor pools
  • Bicycle rentals
  • Full-service spa
  • Golf
  • Gym
  • Playground
  • Sauna
  • Spa tub

Family friendly

  • 2 outdoor pools
  • Free cot
  • In-room refrigerator
  • Laundry facilities
  • Playground

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Free newspapers in lobby
  • Laundry facilities
  • Luggage storage
  • Safe at front desk

Guest services

  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Tour and ticket assistance

Outdoors

  • Garden
  • In a national park
  • Picnic area
  • Terrace

Full-service spa

  • Body wraps
  • Facials
  • Manicures/pedicures
  • Massage

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Lift
  • Stair-free path to entrance
  • Well-lit path to entrance
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided
  • Free cot

Bathroom

  • Hair dryer
  • Shampoo
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • 32-inch TV with cable channels

Food and drink

  • Electric kettle
  • Refrigerator

More

  • Iron/ironing board
  • Phone
  • Safe

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; check-in end time: anytime
Minimum check-in age - 18

Check-out

Check-out before 10 AM
Contactless check-out

Special check-in instructions

The property charges 3 per cent for credit card payments
Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
For any questions, please contact the property using the information on the booking confirmation

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Free cots (infant beds)!

Payment types

Important information

Optional extras

The fees and deposits listed below will be charged at the time of service, check-in, or check-out.

  • Fee for full breakfast: from approximately NZD 46 for adults and from NZD 30 for children
  • Credit card charges are subject to a surcharge of 3 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 major credit cards; cash is not accepted
Please note that cultural norms and guest policies may differ by country and by property; the policies listed are provided by the property
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 major credit cards, Visa, Mastercard, American Express, Diners Club, JCB International and Union Pay. Cash is not accepted. For guests' safety, the property includes a smoke detector in all accommodation.

National rating

For the benefit of our customers, we have provided a rating based on our ratings system.

Property is also known as

Wairakei Resort Taupo
Bayview Wairakei Hotel Taupo
Hotel Bayview Wairakei
Resort Taupo
Wairakei Taupo
Wairakei Resort Taupo Hotel
Wairakei Resort Taupo Wairakei
Wairakei Resort Taupo Hotel Wairakei

Frequently asked questions

What is the cancellation policy at Wairakei Resort Taupo?

Wairakei Resort Taupo offers free cancellation on select room rates. Check out the cancellation policy for more info.

How much does it cost to stay at Wairakei Resort Taupo?

As of 22 Feb 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Wairakei Resort Taupo on 23 Mar 2025 start from NZ$162.00, 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 Wairakei Resort Taupo?

Yep, Wairakei Resort Taupo has a free self car park. Onsite parking is limited.

Is there a spa on site at Wairakei Resort Taupo?

Yep, there is an onsite spa at Wairakei Resort Taupo. You'll enjoy heaps of services like body wraps, facials and body treatments.

Does Wairakei Resort Taupo have a pool?

Yep, and guests love it! Wairakei Resort Taupo has 2 outdoor swimming pools.

What makes Wairakei Resort Taupo a romantic place to stay?

1 hot tub and a lounge bar, as well as private balconies in the guestrooms, all help set the scene for a romantic weekend at Wairakei Resort Taupo.

Is Wairakei Resort Taupo family-friendly?

You bet! With amenities such as a playground and 2 outdoor pools, as well as free infant beds in the guestrooms, it's no surprise that Wairakei Resort Taupo is a hit with families.

Does Wairakei Resort Taupo serve breakfast?

Sure does, full brekkie is served daily between 6:30 AM and 10 AM.

Is there a free airport shuttle available at Wairakei Resort Taupo?

No, Wairakei Resort Taupo does not offer an airport shuttle service.

What time are check-in & check-out at Wairakei Resort Taupo?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM. Check-out time is 10 AM.

Are pets allowed at Wairakei Resort Taupo?

No, pets are not allowed.

Wairakei Resort Taupo Reviews

Reviews

8.0

Very good

Rating 10 - Excellent. 371 out of 1001 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 355 out of 1001 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 168 out of 1001 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 72 out of 1001 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 35 out of 1001 reviews

8.4/10

Cleanliness

8.6/10

Staff & service

8.0/10

Amenities

7.4/10

Property conditions & facilities

7.4/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

6/10 Okay

Siobhan

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Expensive restaurant with limited menu
Stayed 6 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Anne

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Excellent had everything there. good buffet breakfast Nice room and great hot swimming pool plus spas and a sauna.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2025

6/10 Okay

Megan

Travelled with family
Liked: Staff & service, amenities
Pool facilities were great. Clean and warm! Rest of the property, including rooms, were very dated and in some, parts quite shabby. Staff were wonderful.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2025

4/10 Poor

Ashley

Travelled with family and small children
Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
This would be our 4th stay at Wairakai Resort. Nothing has changed since the early 2000s. Decor is dated as is the rooms. As there is no room service, I would expect a kitchenette in the rooms with plates and cutlery. Certain areas was in a state of disrepair. The bar by the pool was not operational and doesn’t look like it’s been maintained in years. The pool was great but needed to be cleaned more regularly as there was sand in the bottom. The spa pool area was no longer operational. Our rooms were not cleaned to a high standard. On day 2 our beds were definitely not made up satisfactorily. The duvet and sheets were simply thrown over the bed and was not even tucked in. It felt as if this resort is being used for emergency housing with some of the clientele seen. Won’t be returning unless a major upgrade takes place..
Stayed 4 nights in Jan 2025

8/10 Good

CatherineWayne

Travelled with family and small children
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Great location and facilities. If I had to be picky I’d say there needs to be more parking.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Stevo

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Amazing place and great buffet breakfast, all spas and pools are great
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2025

6/10 Okay

Sean

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2025

8/10 Good

Derek

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great 👍
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2024

8/10 Good

iain

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Our stay was ok , we thought the bar and restaurant were a bit pricey , Accommodation was fairly average compared to other places we stayed in recently, Think I’d look elsewhere
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Clive

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
It is close to Taupo, yet you feel like you are in a very relaxing environments. The staff are fantastic.
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2024

8/10 Good

Haylee

Travelled with family and small children
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great place to stay sith great facilities.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Michael

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Enjoyed the hot mineral pools. The veranda outside our room allowed us to have a nice morning coffee, even while it was raining.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Sharon

Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024

6/10 Okay

Nikki

Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024

8/10 Good

Anand, Seffner

Travelled with family
Liked: Staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Lovely quiet place
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Luis

Travelled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Very nice stay! And a short drive to the shopping area in taupo as well as the falls and craters of the moon. The floors where creaky and noisy though, and there was only two guest accessible washing machines for the entire compound, which where both confusing to locate and constantly in use. Very nice staff though, even security!
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Amy

Travelled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
What a lovely serene place to stay! The staff were amazing, friendly and helpful. Highlight would be the service and food at the Geyser Bar - Food was top notch and the staff were wonderful. Highly recommend. Facilities were great as well with the heated pool being a definite bonus.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2024

6/10 Okay

Shanil

Travelled with family and small children
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Disliked: Property conditions & facilities
Been to this resort few times previously, but it’s about time the management invested in upgrading the rooms. Our stay was uncomfortable. The room itself was outdated. Bed was in a bad state. The mattress is way outdated and needs replacement. It’s actually a health and safety issue with no springs left at the end of mattress and not safe with kids around.
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

E. Y.

Stayed 1 night in Nov 2024

8/10 Good

Fiona

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
I didn't like the squeezy soap dispensers in bathroom. As they hurt my arthritic hands to squeeze them.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2024

4/10 Poor

Graham

Stayed 1 night in Nov 2024

2/10 Terrible

Francisco

Stayed 1 night in Nov 2024

6/10 Okay

Angela

Travelled with partner
Liked: Staff & service
They say that you get what you pay for, and in this was true. We booked an economy king room and were checked into room 414, in the '400 wing'. Although the bedding and towels were clean, the carpet was stained, the bathtub was badly worn and it felt like it hadn't been refurbished since the 1960s. To top it all, breakfast was offered at $48 per person! I'm sure people go for the outdoor spa pools, but we wouldn't recommend it for a single overnight stay.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Andrew

Travelled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Good price and availability
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2024

8/10 Good

Chris

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Its rather dated but clean & tidy
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024