Taupo Thermal Motel & Spa

3.0 star property

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Lakefront Thermal Spa Studio King Bed Ground Floor (partial view) | Iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets
Deluxe Suite, 2 Bedrooms, Lake View | Living area | Flat-screen TV
Outdoor pool
Outdoor pool
View from property

Reviews

9.0 out of 10

Wonderful

Popular amenities

  • Hot tub
  • Pool
  • Housekeeping
  • Laundry
  • Kitchen
  • Air conditioning

Explore the area

Map
6 Taharepa Road, Taupo, Waikato, 3330
  • Lake Taupo
    14 min walk
  • Maori Carvings
    3 min drive
  • Taupo i-SITE Visitor Information Centre
    3 min drive
  • Taupo (TUO)
    8 min drive

Room options

Lakefront Thermal Spa Studio King Bed Ground Floor (partial view)

  • 28 sq m
  • Partial lake view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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

  • 38 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

Exclusive Studio Suite, 1 Queen Bed, Hot Tub, Ground Floor

  • 26 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

1 Bedroom Super King Suite with Balcony (upper floor no spa)

  • 35 sq m
  • Partial lake view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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

  • 25 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

Deluxe Suite, 2 Bedrooms, Lake View

  • 78 sq m
  • Lake view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Double Bed and 1 King Bed

Lakefront 1 Bedrom Super King Suite (upper floor , no spa)

  • 35 sq m
  • Lake view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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About this property

Taupo Thermal Motel & Spa

Adults-only beach motel with outdoor pool
Along with an outdoor pool, this smoke-free motel has a seasonal outdoor pool and laundry facilities. Free WiFi in public areas and free self parking are also provided. Other amenities include tour/ticket assistance. All 17 rooms provide kitchens with microwaves, plus free WiFi and flat-screen TVs with digital channels. Other amenities available to guests include coffee makers, hairdryers and showers. Housekeeping is available on request.
Taupo Thermal Motel & Spa 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.

10 hot tubs are on site along with an outdoor pool. Other recreational amenities include a seasonal outdoor pool.

The recreational activities listed below are available either on-site or nearby; fees may apply.

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.
Our customers tell us that they can't get enough of the helpful staff at Taupo Thermal Motel & Spa. During your stay, you'll be within walking distance of Maori Carvings. Features include free WiFi in public areas and free self-parking, plus an outdoor pool. This comfortable motel has 17 rooms. Each room includes amenities such as free WiFi and a kitchen.
  • Air-conditioned accommodations with kitchens, flat-screen TVs and microwaves
  • Free WiFi
  • Free self-parking
  • Take a swim in the outdoor pool or soak in the 10 hot tubs
  • Services include tour or ticket assistance and luggage storage
  • On-site recreation includes hot springs
  • Just a 2-minute drive from Waipahihi Botanical Gardens and a few minutes from Maori Carvings
Taupo Thermal Motel & Spa 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 Taupo Thermal Motel & Spa. Self parking is free.

This 3-star Taupo motel is smoke free.

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

Conveniences

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

Guest services

  • Change of bedsheets (on request)
  • Change of towels on request
  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • 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 provided

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 staffed during limited hours
This property doesn't offer after-hours check-in

Access methods

Front desk (limited hours)

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 at the property

Important information

Fees

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

  • Deposit: NZD 300 per accommodation, per stay
  • 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

This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business or profession.
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
The front desk at this property is open daily from 2:00 PM - 8:30 PM.
This property doesn't offer after-hours check-in. Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival.

We should mention

  • The seasonal pool will open in January and close in December.
  • Pool access available from 8 AM to 9 PM
  • 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 Taupo Thermal Motel & Spa.

National 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
Taupo Thermal & Spa Taupo
Taupo Thermal Motel & Spa Motel
Taupo Thermal Motel & Spa Taupo
Taupo Thermal Motel & Spa Motel Taupo

Taupo Thermal Motel & Spa Reviews

Reviews

9.0

Wonderful

Rating 10 - Excellent. 206 out of 347 reviews" "
Rating 8 - Good. 109 out of 347 reviews" "
Rating 6 - Okay. 22 out of 347 reviews" "
Rating 4 - Poor. 7 out of 347 reviews" "
Rating 2 - Terrible. 3 out of 347 reviews" "

9.2/10

Cleanliness

9.6/10

Staff & service

9.0/10

Amenities

8.6/10

Property conditions & facilities

8.8/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Shiela

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Excellent place. Beautiful setting. Hot tub is amazingly set up. Very friendly staff.
Stayed 1 night in May 2024

6/10 Okay

Jera

Liked: Staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Rachel

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Great stay
Great service. Room was clean and comfortable. Loved the hot pool. Would stay again!
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Grant and Rowena

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Brad

Business traveller
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Ticked all the boxes. Thumbs up
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Deborah Boisnard

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The room was very comfortable, we loved the thermal tub. Very beautiful view of the lake and mountain just across the road. Close to shops and restaurants
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2024

8/10 Good

Glenn, Auckland

Stayed 1 night in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Shamsia

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Everything about UV Thermal Lodge was excellent. Warm welcome by friendly staff. Excellent conditions. We enjoy the private spa.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Ethan

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Loved how it was adults only and the room was perfect
Stayed 2 nights in May 2024

2/10 Terrible

Oksana

Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Over price compare to room conditions.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2024

4/10 Poor

Susmita

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Stayed 1 night in May 2024

6/10 Okay

Cheryl

The pool was not available. The laundry was not available.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2024

8/10 Good

Rosamund

Liked: Cleanliness
Stayed 1 night in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Rua

Stayed 2 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Una

Stayed 1 night in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Krista

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
So cool to book a room with a private outdoor mineral water tub to use. The room was also nice and comfortable, with some useful kitchen amenities like a French press coffee pot/plunger coffee.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Tim

Stayed 1 night in Mar 2024

8/10 Good

Howard, East islip

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Modest but comfortable small hotel with its own thermal spa and pool. Nice location near the lake. Short drive to town center.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Wayne

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The room was clean and quiet. Loved the thermal spa, it was great to come home to after a day out. Staff were very friendly and welcoming. Would definitely stay again.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2024

10/10 Excellent

Garrick R.A.

Stayed 2 nights in Feb 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