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A table set for dining with a view of a lake and a boat in the distance.
A modern hotel room with a large window offering a view of the sea, a sofa with floral cushions, a table, and a lamp.
A living room with a sofa, two chairs, a glass coffee table, and a view of a lake with a dock and boat.
A table set for dining with a view of the water and hills in the background.

1. Millennium Hotel and Resort Manuels Taupō

Millennium Hotel and Resort Manuels Taupō
10.9 km from Aratiatia Rapids
Australia
Sandra
€112
includes taxes & fees
11 Oct - 12 Oct
Millennium Hotel and Resort Manuels Taupō
A pool area with lounge chairs, a covered seating area, and a hot tub emitting steam.
A modern hotel room with a dining area, kitchen, and a large window offering a city view.
A modern multi-story hotel with a swimming pool, surrounded by lush greenery and hilly terrain.
A spacious restaurant with high ceilings, large windows, and a fireplace. Tables are set with wine glasses and plates.

2. Hilton Lake Taupo

Hilton Lake Taupo
10.2 km from Aratiatia Rapids
Australia
Peter
€105
includes taxes & fees
14 Oct - 15 Oct
Hilton Lake Taupo
A modern kitchen with a built-in oven, a refrigerator, and a dining area with a table and chairs.
A staircase with metal railings and wooden steps leading up to a landing.
A hotel room with a bed, a small desk, a sink, and a view of the outdoors.
A modern building with a reception area and a sign indicating a vacancy.

3. Beechtree Motel

Beechtree Motel
9.6 km from Aratiatia Rapids
Australia
Roslyn
€81
includes taxes & fees
12 Oct - 13 Oct
Beechtree Motel
A sign for Gables Lakefront Motel advertising free WiFi, hot pools, one-bedroom apartments, and family units.
A modern kitchen with a large window overlooking the sea, a flat-screen TV mounted on the wall, and stainless steel appliances.
A modern room with a sofa, a TV, and a large sliding glass door leading to a balcony with a view of the sea.
A modern building with a reception area, multiple windows, and a paved courtyard.

4. Gables Lakefront Motel

Gables Lakefront Motel
10.1 km from Aratiatia Rapids
Australia
Colin
€96
includes taxes & fees
22 Oct - 23 Oct
Gables Lakefront Motel
A swimming pool with a thatched-roof gazebo, lounge chairs, and umbrellas.
A hotel room with a balcony, a television, a desk, a sofa, and a chair.
A living room with a large window overlooking a body of water, furnished with a sofa, armchairs, and a coffee table.
A hotel room with a large balcony, a TV, a bed, a sofa, and a table.

5. The Reef Resort

The Reef Resort
10.7 km from Aratiatia Rapids
Australia
Shontelle
€107
includes taxes & fees
12 Oct - 13 Oct
The Reef Resort
A deck with wicker furniture and a view of the sea.
A hotel room with a bed, a desk, and a view of the outdoors.
A hot tub area with a pool, lounge chairs, and a shaded umbrella.
A hotel room with a large window offering a view of the sea and a balcony.

6. Taupo Thermal Motel & Spa - Adults Only

Taupo Thermal Motel & Spa - Adults Only
10.1 km from Aratiatia Rapids
Australia
Joe
€108
includes taxes & fees
1 Nov - 2 Nov
Taupo Thermal Motel & Spa - Adults Only
A room with a view of a calm lake and mountains, featuring two wicker chairs with red cushions, a small table with a remote control, and a window with curtains.
A hotel room with a bed, a bedside lamp, a TV, a window with a view of the sea, and a small table with a chair.
A grassy area with a single tree in the foreground, a clear blue sky, and a calm sea with distant mountains.
A hotel room with a large bed, a desk with a chair, a TV, and a balcony with a view.

7. Tui Oaks Motel

Tui Oaks Motel
10 km from Aratiatia Rapids
Australia
Helasika Kumuduni Perera
€76
includes taxes & fees
13 Oct - 14 Oct
Tui Oaks Motel
A modern hotel room with a large bed, a sitting area with a chair, a flat-screen TV mounted on the wall, and a large bathtub.
A modern building with large glass windows and a covered outdoor area.
A backyard with a swimming pool, a hot tub, and a covered patio area with outdoor seating.
A hotel room with a large bed, a desk, two chairs, a TV on the wall, and a balcony with a view of the city.

8. Lake Taupo Motor Inn

Lake Taupo Motor Inn
9.6 km from Aratiatia Rapids
Australia
Elaine
€86
includes taxes & fees
11 Oct - 12 Oct
Lake Taupo Motor Inn
A room with a glass table and chairs, a view of a lake, and a distant island.
A waterfront property with a paved driveway leading to a brick building with a large window and a door.
A room with a glass table and chairs, a view of the sea, and a window with curtains.
A modern building with large windows and a view of a lake and surrounding houses.

9. Cascades Lakefront Motel

Cascades Lakefront Motel
11.4 km from Aratiatia Rapids
Australia
Jo
€108
includes taxes & fees
22 Oct - 23 Oct
Cascades Lakefront Motel
A balcony with a view of the sea, wicker chairs, a small table, and a white railing.
A pool area with a wooden table, two beer bottles, and a glass.
A residential area with modern houses, a clear view of the sea, and a distant mountain range.
A balcony with two chairs, a table with a bottle of champagne and two glasses, and a view of the sea.

10. Baycrest Lodge

Baycrest Lodge
10.1 km from Aratiatia Rapids
Australia
Ben
€129
includes taxes & fees
11 Oct - 12 Oct
Baycrest Lodge
A person seated at a table with a bottle of wine and a glass, overlooking a scenic view of a lake and hills.
A bar area with a wooden counter, pendant lighting, and a bar stocked with bottles.
A bar and restaurant with a stone facade, large windows, and outdoor seating.
A hotel room with a large bed, a view of the beach, and a tropical wallpaper.

11. Suncourt Hotel & Conference Centre

Suncourt Hotel & Conference Centre
9.9 km from Aratiatia Rapids
Australia
Brent
€120
includes taxes & fees
11 Oct - 12 Oct
Suncourt Hotel & Conference Centre
Lake view
A row of white buildings with hanging flower baskets.
A bedroom with a large bed, a wooden ceiling, a bathtub, a vanity, and a window overlooking a garden.
A modern bathroom with a large freestanding bathtub, a window with a view of the outside, and neatly folded towels on the floor.

12. Cottage Mews Motel

Cottage Mews Motel
11.4 km from Aratiatia Rapids
Australia
kate
€86
includes taxes & fees
12 Oct - 13 Oct
Cottage Mews Motel
A covered outdoor area with a wooden deck, seating, and umbrellas.
A hotel room with a bed, a sofa, a TV, and a dining area.
A balcony with a pool, outdoor seating, and a view of the water and distant hills.
The exterior of the Anchorage Resort Motel with a sign, outdoor seating with umbrellas, and a landscaped area with purple flowers.

13. Anchorage Resort Taupo

Anchorage Resort Taupo
11.8 km from Aratiatia Rapids
Australia
Bryce
€130
includes taxes & fees
11 Oct - 12 Oct
Anchorage Resort Taupo
A spacious room with a high ceiling and large windows offering a view of a green landscape and a body of water. There are three sofas with red and blue cushions.
A wooden hot tub with a bench and a small table with baskets and a potted plant.
A hotel room with a bed, a small table, a chair, a TV, and a painting on the wall.
A wooden deck with a table and chairs, overlooking a scenic landscape with a flag, a lamp post, and a hedge.

14. Accent on Taupo

Accent on Taupo
11.6 km from Aratiatia Rapids
Australia
Peter
€61
includes taxes & fees
12 Oct - 13 Oct
Accent on Taupo
An outdoor dining area with tables and chairs, a wooden bench, and a view of the street and greenery.
A reception area with a modern design, featuring a glass entrance and potted plants.
A swimming pool with a brick border, surrounded by lush greenery and trees.
A restaurant with a large dining area, multiple tables, and chairs.

15. Lakeland Resort Taupo

Lakeland Resort Taupo
11.4 km from Aratiatia Rapids
Australia
Hoani
€72
includes taxes & fees
12 Oct - 13 Oct
Lakeland Resort Taupo
A modern conference room with multiple tables and chairs, large windows offering views of the outdoors, and an exit sign on the wall.
A modern hotel room with a bed, sofa, dining table, chairs, and a balcony with a view.
An outdoor patio with tables and chairs, a grill, and a building with large windows and a sign.
A hotel room with a large bed, a desk, a chair, a TV, and a view of greenery through the window.

16. Quality Inn Acapulco Taupo

Quality Inn Acapulco Taupo
9.8 km from Aratiatia Rapids
Australia
Bradley
€68
includes taxes & fees
30 Oct - 31 Oct
Quality Inn Acapulco Taupo
A modern living room with striped sofas and a small table, large windows with a view of the sea and trees.
A wooden deck with tables and chairs, a large umbrella, and a view of the sea.
A modern living room with a large window offering a scenic view of trees and water.
A pool area with a glass-enclosed section, a sign prohibiting hot tubs, and a view of the sea.

17. The Village Resort

The Village Resort
10 km from Aratiatia Rapids
Australia
Dee
€104
includes taxes & fees
11 Oct - 12 Oct
The Village Resort
A circular hot tub with a brick border and a metal ladder, surrounded by lush greenery.
A road leading to a spa with a sign indicating 'Hot Pools & Day Spa'.
A modern house with a covered porch, a staircase, and a well-maintained garden.
A restaurant with indoor seating, a counter with various items, and a view of the parking area.

18. Taupo DeBretts Spa Resort

Taupo DeBretts Spa Resort
10.2 km from Aratiatia Rapids
Australia
Joanne
€44
includes taxes & fees
11 Oct - 12 Oct
Taupo DeBretts Spa Resort
A modern hotel room with a balcony, a dining area, and a seating area with a sofa and a coffee table.
A hotel room with a desk, a framed certificate of excellence, a vase with white flowers, and a framed picture on the wall.
A modern hotel room with a bed, a desk, a chair, and a television.
A view through a window of a street with parked cars, a road, and a body of water in the distance.

19. Acacia Lake View Motel

Acacia Lake View Motel
10 km from Aratiatia Rapids
Australia
Prue
€117
includes taxes & fees
11 Oct - 12 Oct
Acacia Lake View Motel
A swimming pool with a tiled edge, surrounded by plants and a building with a balcony.
A bedroom with a wooden ceiling, a bed with a pink bedspread, a wardrobe, and a large window with a view of the sea.
A room with a large glass window overlooking a body of water, a sofa with patterned cushions, and a table with a remote control.
A cozy cabin with a wooden interior, a dining area, a sofa, and a kitchen.

20. Oasis Beach Motel

Oasis Beach Motel
10.9 km from Aratiatia Rapids
Australia
Megan
€59
includes taxes & fees
21 Oct - 22 Oct
Oasis Beach Motel
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Compare popular hotels close to Aratiatia Rapids

Property
Property class
Guest rating
Breakfast included
Pool
Spa
Pet-friendly
WiFi included
A table set for dining with a view of a lake and a boat in the distance.
Millennium Hotel and Resort Manuels Taupō
9.0
Wonderful
1,000 reviews
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A pool area with lounge chairs, a covered seating area, and a hot tub emitting steam.
Hilton Lake Taupo
8.8
Excellent
1,001 reviews
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A modern kitchen with a built-in oven, a refrigerator, and a dining area with a table and chairs.
Beechtree Motel
9.0
Wonderful
1,000 reviews
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A sign for Gables Lakefront Motel advertising free WiFi, hot pools, one-bedroom apartments, and family units.
Gables Lakefront Motel
9.4
Exceptional
504 reviews
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A swimming pool with a thatched-roof gazebo, lounge chairs, and umbrellas.
The Reef Resort
9.6
Exceptional
987 reviews
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Top Aratiatia Rapids Hotel Reviews

Ika Nui Taupo

Ika Nui Taupo

8/10 Good
"Great location"
deb 1-night trip
Posted 6 hours ago
Ika Nui Taupo
Hilton Lake Taupo

Hilton Lake Taupo

10/10 Excellent
"Great vacation spot and fantastic service."
Anita 1-night trip
Posted 17 hours ago
Hilton Lake Taupo
Beechtree Motel

Beechtree Motel

10/10 Excellent
"Great stay. Will be back."
Tom 3-night trip
Posted 21 hours ago
Beechtree Motel
Grandeur Thermal Spa Resort

Grandeur Thermal Spa Resort

8/10 Good
"Good basic cheap accommodation"
Aaron 1-night trip
Posted 1 day ago
Grandeur Thermal Spa Resort
Taupo Thermal Motel & Spa - Adults Only

Taupo Thermal Motel & Spa - Adults Only

10/10 Excellent
"10/10"
Arkeylah 4-night trip
Posted 3 days ago
Taupo Thermal Motel & Spa - Adults Only
Twin Peaks Lakeside Inn

Twin Peaks Lakeside Inn

8/10 Good
"Close to town, and a pub right onsite, but quiet and comfortable. Had Sky 55+, so many channels to choose from, and if you get the rooms near the back corner you'll get the sunset for much longer"
Paul 1-night trip
Posted 4 days ago
Twin Peaks Lakeside Inn
Wairakei Resort Taupo by Accor

Wairakei Resort Taupo by Accor

8/10 Good
"Great family option just a short drive from the town centre, easy access to Huka Falls and Craters of the moon. The main pool is hot, approx 36 degrees so ideal for early morning and late evening dips rather then only during busy day time periods with family's Buffet is average but only charged per adult head so if traveling with multiple kids, value for money."
Amie 1-night trip
Posted 4 days ago
Wairakei Resort Taupo by Accor
Quality Inn Acapulco Taupo

Quality Inn Acapulco Taupo

10/10 Excellent
"Had a great stay at the Quality Inn Taupo. Room was nice, breakfast was delicious, staff were great and hotel was in great location. Would definitely stay again."
Bradley 1-night trip
Posted 5 days ago
Quality Inn Acapulco Taupo
Oasis Beach Motel

Oasis Beach Motel

8/10 Good
"The view from the room was spectacular. Walked along the shore right from our room. Room was clean had many useful amenities. The “heated pool” was ice cold. The jacuzzi as barely warm enough to get in. The staff at the check in desk were fantastic. The staff in the dining room were very condescending."
Linda 1-night trip
Posted 8 days ago
Oasis Beach Motel

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Huka Falls

9.4/10 (685 reviews)
Whether viewing from a boat, bridge or the riverbank, this set of waterfalls is a spectacular sight as a huge body of water surges forward and downward.
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A geothermal area with steam vents and green vegetation.

Craters of the Moon

8.6/10 (338 reviews)
Experience a strange volcanic landscape where steam clouds swirl in the air and mud pools pop and boil beneath your feet.
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A geothermal hot spring with green and orange water, surrounded by rocky terrain and mountains.

Spa Thermal Park

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Rock`n Ropes

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Wairakei International Golf Course

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Enjoy a round of golf in Wairakei at Wairakei International Golf Course. Stroll along the lakeside or discover the mountain views in this relaxing area.
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Golf Club Taupō

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Frequently asked questions

What's the area like around Aratiatia Rapids?
Aratiatia Rapids is located in a welcoming area of Wairakei known for its beautiful lakeside setting. You'll find 10 hotels and other accommodations within a few miles for a convenient home base.
What's the best hotel to stay close to Aratiatia Rapids?
Wairakei Resort Taupo by Accor is one of the top choices for your stay based on our traveller data, and this hotel offers 2 outdoor pools and a golf course. It's located 2.7 mi (4.4 km) from Aratiatia Rapids. Other good options within a few miles include Huka Lodge, Beckons and Grandeur Thermal Spa Resort.
How many hotels will I find near Aratiatia Rapids?
Expedia has 10 hotels and other accommodation options a few miles from Aratiatia Rapids.
If I need to cancel the hotel reservation for my stay near Aratiatia Rapids, will I receive a refund?
Yes, you'll find most room reservations are fully refundable provided that you cancel prior to the accommodation's cancellation deadline, which is usually within 24-48 hours of check in. If you have a reservation that's non-refundable, you might be able to cancel it and be given a refund within 24 hours of booking. Add your dates and click on "Search", then use the filter option "fully refundable" to review top deals close to Aratiatia Rapids.
What can I see and do near Aratiatia Rapids?
You might spend a leisurely day outdoors at Huka Falls and Craters of the Moon. You'll have countless hours of family fun at Mind Junction, Wairakei Natural Thermal Valley and Spa Thermal Park. Wairakei International Golf Course, Rock`n Ropes or Golf Club Taupō are some local sights worth checking out.