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Wairakei Resort Taupo

4.0 star property
Family-friendly hotel with 2 outdoor pools and a fitness center

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2 outdoor pools
Property entrance
Courtyard
Garden
Superior Room, 1 King Bed (Tauhara) | In-room safe, iron/ironing board, free cribs/infant beds, rollaway beds

Reviews

7.8 out of 10
Good

Popular amenities

  • 24/7 front desk

Explore the area

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640 Wairakei Road, Wairakei, 3352
  • Place, Wairakei Terraces & Thermal Health Spa
    ‪5 min walk‬
  • Place, Huka Falls
    ‪3 min drive‬
  • Place, Craters of the Moon
    ‪13 min drive‬
  • Airport, Taupō Airport (TUO)
    ‪16 min drive‬

Room options

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In-room safe, iron/ironing board, free cribs/infant beds, rollaway beds

Superior Tauhara Twin

  • Sleeps 4

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In-room safe, iron/ironing board, free cribs/infant beds, rollaway beds

Superior Tauhara King

  • Sleeps 2

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Suite, 1 King Bed (Spa) | In-room safe, iron/ironing board, free cribs/infant beds, rollaway beds

Suite, 1 King Bed (Spa)

  • 387 sq ft
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

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Villa, 1 King Bed (Studio) | In-room safe, iron/ironing board, free cribs/infant beds, rollaway beds

Villa, 1 King Bed (Studio)

  • 505 sq ft
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

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Villa, 1 Bedroom | In-room safe, iron/ironing board, free cribs/infant beds, rollaway beds

Villa, 1 Bedroom

  • 495 sq ft
  • Sleeps 5
  • 1 Double Bed

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Standard Room, 2 Double Beds (Huka) | In-room safe, iron/ironing board, free cribs/infant beds, rollaway beds

Standard Room, 2 Double Beds (Huka)

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(3 reviews)
  • 301 sq ft
  • Sleeps 5
  • 2 Double Beds

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Standard Room, 1 King Bed | In-room safe, iron/ironing board, free cribs/infant beds, rollaway beds

Standard Room, 1 King Bed

8.4 out of 10
Very good
(21 reviews)
  • 226 sq ft
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

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Superior Room, 2 Queen Beds | In-room safe, iron/ironing board, free cribs/infant beds, rollaway beds

Superior Room, 2 Queen Beds

  • 355 sq ft
  • Sleeps 5
  • 2 Queen Beds

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Superior Room, 1 King Bed (Tauhara) | In-room safe, iron/ironing board, free cribs/infant beds, rollaway beds

Superior Room, 1 King Bed (Tauhara)

  • 301 sq ft
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

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Superior Room, 2 Queen Beds, Balcony (Tauhara) | In-room safe, iron/ironing board, free cribs/infant beds, rollaway beds

Superior Room, 2 Queen Beds, Balcony (Tauhara)

8.6 out of 10
Excellent
(7 reviews)
  • 301 sq ft
  • Sleeps 5
  • 2 Queen Beds

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Superior Room, 1 King Bed (Waiora) | In-room safe, iron/ironing board, free cribs/infant beds, rollaway beds

Superior Room, 1 King Bed (Waiora)

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(2 reviews)
  • 236 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Suite (Rangatira) | In-room safe, iron/ironing board, free cribs/infant beds, rollaway beds

Suite (Rangatira)

  • Sleeps 5
  • 2 King Beds

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Junior Suite, 1 King Bed | In-room safe, iron/ironing board, free cribs/infant beds, rollaway beds

Junior Suite, 1 King Bed

  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

Superior Twin Room

  • Sleeps 4

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In-room safe, iron/ironing board, free cribs/infant beds, rollaway beds

Superior Waiora Room

  • Sleeps 2

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In-room safe, iron/ironing board, free cribs/infant beds, rollaway beds

Family Villa

  • Sleeps 4

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In-room safe, iron/ironing board, free cribs/infant beds, rollaway beds

Standard Huka Twin Room

  • Sleeps 4

Standard King Room

  • Sleeps 2

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Bathroom | Hair dryer, towels, soap, shampoo

Spa Suite

  • Sleeps 2

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In-room safe, iron/ironing board, free cribs/infant beds, rollaway beds

Rangatira Suite

  • Sleeps 4

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In-room safe, iron/ironing board, free cribs/infant beds, rollaway beds

Studio Villa

  • Sleeps 2

Junior King Suite

  • Sleeps 2

About the neighborhood

Wairakei

Located within a 5-minute walk of Wairakei Terraces & Thermal Health Spa, Wairakei Resort Taupo is within a 15-minute stroll of Wairakei Natural Thermal Valley. This 187-room, 4-star hotel welcomes guests with 2 outdoor pools, a bar/lounge, and free in-room WiFi.

What's nearby

  • Wairakei Terraces & Thermal Health Spa - 5 min walk - 0.3 miles
  • Prawn Farm - 3 min drive - 1.4 miles
  • Huka Falls - 3 min drive - 1.8 miles
  • Spa Thermal Park - 11 min drive - 6.5 miles
  • Craters of the Moon - 13 min drive - 2.9 miles

Getting around

  • Taupō Airport (TUO) - 12 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪The Huka Honey Hive - ‬19 min walk
  • ‪Fast and Fresh Bakery Cafe - ‬7 min drive
  • ‪Baked With Love Eatery - ‬7 min drive
  • ‪Wild Bean Cafe - ‬8 min drive
  • ‪Catch 22 - ‬8 min drive

About this property

Wairakei Resort Taupo

Family-friendly hotel with 2 outdoor pools and a fitness center
Guests staying at Wairakei Resort Taupo enjoy access to 2 outdoor pools, a gym, and a sauna. Free parking is included with your stay. Front-desk staff can answer questions 24/7, and assist with luggage storage, tours or tickets, and securing valuables. Other amenities at this hot springs hotel include free WiFi in public areas, a hot tub, and an outdoor tennis court.
32-inch TVs come with cable channels, and guests can stay connected with free WiFi. Balconies or patios, refrigerators, and electric kettles are also available.
2 outdoor swimming pools are on site along with a hot tub. Other recreational amenities include an outdoor tennis court, a sauna, and a fitness center.

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

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Property amenities

Internet

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

Parking and transportation

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

Food and drink

  • Daily full breakfast available 6:30 AM to 10:00 AM for a fee: NZD 32 for adults and NZD 18 for children
  • A bar/lounge

Restaurants on site

  • Geyser Bar

Things to do

  • 2 outdoor pools
  • Basketball
  • Golf
  • Golf clubs/equipment
  • Golf driving range
  • Gym
  • Hot tub
  • Mini golf
  • Outdoor tennis court
  • Playground
  • Sauna
  • Volleyball

Family friendly

  • 2 outdoor pools
  • In-room crib
  • In-room refrigerator
  • Laundry facilities
  • Mini golf
  • Playground
  • Rollaway/extra bed (surcharge)

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
  • In the mountains
  • Picnic area
  • Terrace

Accessibility

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

More

  • 3 floors
  • Banquet hall
  • Designated smoking areas

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided
  • Free crib
  • Rollaway/extra bed (surcharge)

Bathroom

  • Bathtub or shower
  • Hair dryer
  • Shampoo
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • 32-inch TV with cable channels

Food and drink

  • Electric kettle
  • Refrigerator

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Connecting rooms available
  • Heating
  • 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 available

Special check-in instructions

The property charges 3 percent 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

  • This property doesn't allow pets

Children and extra beds

  • Rollaway/extra beds are available for NZD 100.0 per night
  • Free cribs/infant beds are available

Property payment types

Important information

Optional extras

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

  • Fee for full breakfast: approximately NZD 32 for adults and NZD 18 for children
  • Rollaway bed fee: NZD 100.0 per night
  • Credit card charges are subject to a surcharge of 3 percent

This list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits might not include tax and are subject to change.

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
Safety features at this property include a smoke detector
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children; if you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room
Please note that cultural norms and guest policies may differ by country and by property; the policies listed are provided by the property
  • Check-in: 3:00 PM—-anytime
  • Check-out: 10 AM
  • Minimum check-in age: 18
The front desk is open 24 hours a day. Driving? This property offers free parking.

We should mention

Details about charges, deposits, or other important information:

  • This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business, or profession.
  • This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children. If you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room.
  • Charges for extra guests may apply and vary depending on the property's policy.
  • A cash deposit, credit card, or debit card for incidental charges, as well as a government-issued photo ID, may be required at check-in.
  • Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in and can't be guaranteed. Certain requests may come with additional charges.
  • This property accepts major credit cards. Cash is not accepted.
  • Onsite safety features include a smoke detector.

Additional information about polices, regulations, and more:

  • Connecting or adjoining rooms can be requested, but all rooms are subject to availability. Contact the property using the phone number on your booking confirmation.

National rating

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

Is a free cancellation option available at Wairakei Resort Taupo?

Wairakei Resort Taupo provides free cancellation on certain room rates. To learn more, look at the cancellation policy on Orbitz.

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

As of Nov 10, 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Wairakei Resort Taupo on Nov 17, 2025 start from $67.96, excluding 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.

What's there to do within easy reach of Wairakei Resort Taupo?

This hotel in Wairakei is within a 10-minute walk of Wairakei Terraces & Thermal Health Spa and Wairakei Natural Thermal Valley. You'll also find Lake Taupō and Waikato River within a short drive.

Is parking available on site at Wairakei Resort Taupo?

Yes, self parking is offered for free at the hotel.

Does Wairakei Resort Taupo feature a casino?

No, Wairakei Resort Taupo doesn't have a casino.

Is there an indoor pool at Wairakei Resort Taupo?

No, this hotel doesn't have an indoor pool; however, there are 2 outdoor pools and a hot tub.

Is Wairakei Resort Taupo a good place to stay for couples?

Couples staying at this hotel will appreciate amenities like a bar plus some guestrooms include jetted bathtubs and kitchens.

Are there hot tubs at Wairakei Resort Taupo?

Yes, guests can enjoy a spa tub at this hotel.

Does Wairakei Resort Taupo have a restaurant with a breakfast menu?

Yes, Wairakei Resort Taupo serves a full breakfast for a surcharge each morning at Geyser Bar.

Does Wairakei Resort Taupo allow pets to stay free of charge?

No, pets aren't allowed at Wairakei Resort Taupo.

Are there connecting rooms at Wairakei Resort Taupo?

Yes, this hotel has connecting guestrooms you can book for your group event or vacation.

How far is the airport from Wairakei Resort Taupo?

The closest major airport to Wairakei Resort Taupo is Taupō Airport (TUO), which is 10.8 mi away (12 minutes by car).

Can I book a room with a balcony at Wairakei Resort Taupo?

Yes, every guestroom at Wairakei Resort Taupo comes with a balcony with some featuring garden or resort views.

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