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Our top choices for Tauhara hotels

A traditional house with a covered porch, surrounded by lush greenery and a stone wall.

1. Grandeur Thermal Spa Resort

Grandeur Thermal Spa Resort
3.0 star property
Tauhara
7.2 out of 10, Good, (734 reviews)
"Good value for money."
Australia
Jacky
The price is €44
includes taxes & fees
23 Aug - 24 Aug
Grandeur Thermal Spa Resort
A water park with a large pool, water slides, and lounge areas.

2. Lake Taupo Holiday Resort

Lake Taupo Holiday Resort
3.0 star property
Tauhara
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (174 reviews)
"Perfect place for family. "
Australia
Sangdoo
The price is €183
includes taxes & fees
25 Aug - 26 Aug
Lake Taupo Holiday Resort
A pool area with lounge chairs, a covered seating area, and a hot tub emitting steam.

3. Hilton Lake Taupo

Hilton Lake Taupo
5.0 star property
Hilltop, 2.3 km from Tauhara
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (1,003 reviews)
"Very warm snd cozy."
Australia
kate
The price is €102
includes taxes & fees
31 Aug - 1 Sept
Hilton Lake Taupo
A circular hot tub with a brick border and a metal ladder, surrounded by lush greenery.

4. Taupo DeBretts Spa Resort

Taupo DeBretts Spa Resort
2.5 star property
Hilltop, 2.3 km from Tauhara
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (1,004 reviews)
"Really nice get-away"
Australia
Rebecca
The price is €44
includes taxes & fees
24 Aug - 25 Aug
Taupo DeBretts Spa Resort
An outdoor patio with a table and chairs, surrounded by a well-maintained lawn and a house in the background.

5. Happy Home

Happy Home
4.0 star property
Taupō Central, 1.5 km from Tauhara
10.0 out of 10, Exceptional, (2 reviews)
"The facilities are excellent, and the staff is very helpful. It is conveniently located near the CBD."
Australia
Shiwantha
The price is €88
includes taxes & fees
26 Aug - 27 Aug
Happy Home
A diner with red booths and white tables, checkered floor, and various wall decorations.

6. Stag Park Accommodation

Stag Park Accommodation
2.0 star property
Hilltop, 2.1 km from Tauhara
7.4 out of 10, Good, (78 reviews)
"Room was clean and comfortable. Bathrooms also clean. The location of the property could have been better but it had everything that we needed."
Australia
Tersius
The price is €48
includes taxes & fees
21 Sept - 22 Sept
Stag Park Accommodation
A swimming pool with a tiled edge, surrounded by plants and a building with a balcony.

7. Oasis Beach Motel

Oasis Beach Motel
4.5 star property
Waipahihi, 3.1 km from Tauhara
8.2 out of 10, Very good, (1,003 reviews)
"This hotel was excellent. Nice and quiet and the meals were great"
Australia
David
The price is €60
includes taxes & fees
6 Sept - 7 Sept
Oasis Beach Motel
A balcony with a view of the sea, wicker chairs, a small table, and a white railing.

8. Baycrest Lodge

Baycrest Lodge
4.0 star property
Taupō Central, 2.7 km from Tauhara
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (806 reviews)
"Absolutely LOVED the view of the lake and the proximity to everything. Highly recommend!"
Australia
Jodie
The price is €113
includes taxes & fees
23 Aug - 24 Aug
Baycrest Lodge
A table set for dining with a view of a lake and a boat in the distance.

9. Millennium Hotel and Resort Manuels Taupō

Millennium Hotel and Resort Manuels Taupō
4.5 star property
Waipahihi, 3.1 km from Tauhara
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (1,002 reviews)
"The live music on Friday and Saturday evenings is wonderful."
Australia
Debbie
The price is €108
includes taxes & fees
23 Aug - 24 Aug
Millennium Hotel and Resort Manuels Taupō
A modern kitchen with a built-in oven, a refrigerator, and a dining area with a table and chairs.

10. Beechtree Motel

Beechtree Motel
4.5 star property
Taupō Central, 2.7 km from Tauhara
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (1,011 reviews)
"Great stay, did everything we needed it to do and the bed was super comfortable!"
Australia
Georgia
The price is €73
includes taxes & fees
23 Aug - 24 Aug
Beechtree Motel
A wooden building with a sign reading "WELLER'S HOTEL" on the side.

11. Lakefront Lodge Taupo

Lakefront Lodge Taupo
3.0 star property
Taupō Central, 2.9 km from Tauhara
7.6 out of 10, Good, (1,002 reviews)
"Great place to stay."
Australia
Tej Bahadur
The price is €49
includes taxes & fees
23 Aug - 24 Aug
Lakefront Lodge Taupo
A swimming pool with a thatched-roof gazebo, lounge chairs, and umbrellas.

12. The Reef Resort

The Reef Resort
4.0 star property
Waipahihi, 3 km from Tauhara
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (981 reviews)
"The heated pool"
Australia
Emma
The price is €96
includes taxes & fees
30 Aug - 31 Aug
The Reef Resort
A modern kitchen with a large window overlooking the sea, a fruit bowl on the counter, and a view of the ocean through the window.

13. The Cove Taupo

The Cove Taupo
3.5 star property
Waipahihi, 3 km from Tauhara
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (558 reviews)
"Excellent place to stay!"
Australia
Dixie
The price is €71
includes taxes & fees
24 Aug - 25 Aug
The Cove Taupo
A room with a glass table and chairs, a view of a lake, and a distant island.

14. Cascades Lakefront Motel

Cascades Lakefront Motel
4.0 star property
Two Mile Bay, 3.6 km from Tauhara
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (694 reviews)
"Good location, on the waterfront of Lake Taupo."
Australia
Rachelle
The price is €85
includes taxes & fees
9 Sept - 10 Sept
Cascades Lakefront Motel
A sign for Gables Lakefront Motel advertising free WiFi, hot pools, one-bedroom apartments, and family units.

15. Gables Lakefront Motel

Gables Lakefront Motel
2.5 star property
Taupō Central, 2.8 km from Tauhara
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (495 reviews)
"Was very cold in Taupo and was hard to heat up the unit with the very high ceilings, however the electric blanket kept us cozy. Stayed one night so didn't use spa pool or laundry. Staff were very nice and friendly and the view of the lake is lovely."
Australia
Janet
The price is €84
includes taxes & fees
4 Sept - 5 Sept
Gables Lakefront Motel
A modern conference room with multiple tables and chairs, large windows offering views of the outdoors, and an exit sign on the wall.

16. Quality Inn Acapulco Taupo

Quality Inn Acapulco Taupo
3.5 star property
Taupō Central, 2.9 km from Tauhara
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (1,001 reviews)
"Room was clean and was good value for the money."
Australia
Matt
The price is €70
includes taxes & fees
13 Sept - 14 Sept
Quality Inn Acapulco Taupo
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.

17. Tui Oaks Motel

Tui Oaks Motel
3.5 star property
Taupō Central, 3 km from Tauhara
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (790 reviews)
"Great location and nice views."
Australia
Denyse
The price is €69
includes taxes & fees
23 Aug - 24 Aug
Tui Oaks Motel
A modern living room with a glass wall, a sofa, a coffee table, and a view of the sea.

18. Sacred Waters

Sacred Waters
5.0 star property
Waipahihi, 3.1 km from Tauhara
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (464 reviews)
"Great family holiday"
Australia
han
The price is €174
includes taxes & fees
15 Sept - 16 Sept
Sacred Waters
A room with a dining table and chairs, a sofa, a large sliding glass door leading to a view of the sea, and a ceiling light fixture.

19. Sails On The Lake

Sails On The Lake
3.5 star property
Taupō Central, 2.8 km from Tauhara
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (773 reviews)
"We would definitely stay again"
Australia
Alison
The price is €100
includes taxes & fees
23 Aug - 24 Aug
Sails On The Lake
A deck with wicker furniture and a view of the sea.

20. Taupo Thermal Motel & Spa - Adults Only

Taupo Thermal Motel & Spa - Adults Only
3.0 star property
Taupō Central, 2.7 km from Tauhara
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (666 reviews)
"It was a great stay in room."
Australia
Kanwalnoor chatha
The price is €113
includes taxes & fees
25 Aug - 26 Aug
Taupo Thermal Motel & Spa - Adults Only
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Where to stay in Tauhara

Find the best Tauhara areas for the activities you enjoy most.
A mountainous landscape with a lake and a distant view of islands.

Taupō Central

If you're spending some time in Taupō Central, Lake Taupō and Taupō Marina and Boat Ramp are top sights worth seeing.

A calm lake with boats, a wooden dock, and a forested hillside.

Acacia Bay

Lake views and restaurants are notable features of Acacia Bay. You might consider stopping by Lake Taupō while you're exploring the neighbourhood.

Hashtag Love Taupo sign in front of Lake Taupo in New Zealand.

Wharewaka

While visiting Wharewaka, you might make a stop by sights like Lake Taupō and The Landing Lake Taupō.

A clear blue sea with distant mountains and lush greenery in the foreground.
Photo by Aaron Andersen
Open Photo by Aaron Andersen

Hilltop

While visiting Hilltop, you might make a stop by sights like Taupō Hot Springs and Lake Taupō.

A couple standing by a geothermal area with steam rising from the ground.

Nukuhau

While visiting Nukuhau, you might make a stop by sights like Lake Taupō and Waikato River.

Top Tauhara Hotel Reviews

Ika Nui Taupo

Ika Nui Taupo

10/10 Excellent
"Loved our stay ….. Great location recommend the deluxe room"
Brigitte 2-night trip
Posted 1 hour ago
Ika Nui Taupo

Frequently asked questions

What is Tauhara like?
Travellers to the Tauhara neighbourhood in Taupō will be sure to enjoy their stay. Make sure that you visit Spa Thermal Park and A.C. Baths as part of your Tauhara travel plans.
What's the best accommodation in Tauhara?
Based on our traveller data, Grandeur Thermal Spa Resort is one of the top choices for your stay in Tauhara. This hotel offers an outdoor pool and free parking. Another good option for your stay in the neighbourhood is Lake Taupo Holiday Resort.
How many hotels are there in the Tauhara area?
Expedia has 6 Tauhara hotels and other accommodation options, and one might make a good home base for venturing out into the greater Taupō area.
If I need to cancel my hotel reservation in Tauhara, will I receive a refund?
Yes, most hotel room reservations are fully refundable as long as you cancel before the hotel's cancellation deadline, which is usually within 24-48 hours of your scheduled arrival. If you have a reservation that's non-refundable, you may still be able to cancel and get a refund within a 24-hour period of booking. Plug in your dates, click on "Search", then you can filter by "fully refundable" to get the best deals in Tauhara.
What is there to do in this Taupō neighbourhood?
Create some family memories with a visit to Spa Thermal Park or A.C. Baths while you're in Tauhara. As you're discovering the neighbourhood, Waikato River and Golf Club Taupō are some other places worth a visit. A few places to visit in the area around Tauhara include Taupō Hot Springs, Waipahihi Botanical Gardens and Taupō Museum and Art Gallery. While you're out sightseeing, Taupō Marina and Boat Ramp and Huka Falls are a couple of additional sights to visit in Taupō.

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