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Our top choices for Wairakei motels

A rooftop pool area with lounge chairs and umbrellas, a small pool, and a view of the sea.

1. The Reef Resort

The Reef Resort
4.0 star property
Waipahihi
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (995 reviews)
"That pool was amazing..."
Australia
Brad
The price is Rp2.508.271
Rp2.884.512 total
includes taxes & fees
22 Nov - 23 Nov
The Reef Resort
A deck with wicker furniture and a view of the sea.

2. Taupo Thermal Motel & Spa - Adults Only

Taupo Thermal Motel & Spa - Adults Only
3.0 star property
Taupō Central
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (702 reviews)
"Very clean great location and the hot pool was awesome"
Australia
Michael
The price is Rp1.811.340
Rp2.083.041 total
includes taxes & fees
6 Dec - 7 Dec
Taupo Thermal Motel & Spa - Adults Only
A room with a glass table and chairs, a view of a lake, and a distant island.

3. Cascades Lakefront Motel

Cascades Lakefront Motel
4.0 star property
Two Mile Bay
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (707 reviews)
"Lovely place to stay close to lake"
United Kingdom
Mark
The price is Rp1.836.713
Rp2.112.220 total
includes taxes & fees
29 Nov - 30 Nov
Cascades Lakefront Motel
A modern room with a sofa, a TV, and a large sliding glass door leading to a balcony with a view of the sea.

4. Gables Lakefront Motel

Gables Lakefront Motel
2.5 star property
Taupō Central
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (511 reviews)
"Great location, spa was great and staff were helpful if you had any spa issues."
Australia
Amy
The price is Rp1.746.561
Rp2.008.515 total
includes taxes & fees
2 Dec - 3 Dec
Gables Lakefront Motel
A modern hotel room with a large bed, a sofa, a dining area, and a balcony with a view of the sea.

5. Boulevard Waters

Boulevard Waters
4.0 star property
Waipahihi
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (340 reviews)
"View was amazing and room was comfortable. Could use a touch up but everything else was great."
Australia
Tasha
The price is Rp1.695.507
Rp1.949.833 total
includes taxes & fees
29 Nov - 30 Nov
Boulevard Waters
A wooden cabin with a TV, fireplace, wicker furniture, and a view of the ocean.

6. Oasis Beach Motel

Oasis Beach Motel
4.5 star property
Waipahihi
8.2 out of 10, Very good, (1,000 reviews)
"The location and pool."
Australia
Ann
The price is Rp1.027.395
Rp1.181.509 total
includes taxes & fees
1 Dec - 2 Dec
Oasis Beach 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.

7. Lake Taupo Motor Inn

Lake Taupo Motor Inn
3.5 star property
Taupō Central
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (1,000 reviews)
"Great location, clean room, friendly staff. Would definitely stay again - I wish we had motels like this in the states!"
United States
Gretchen
The price is Rp1.562.311
Rp1.796.658 total
includes taxes & fees
22 Nov - 23 Nov
Lake Taupo Motor Inn
A hotel room with a bed, a small desk, a sink, and a view of the outdoors.

8. Beechtree Motel

Beechtree Motel
4.5 star property
Taupō Central
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (1,001 reviews)
"very nice place to stay at"
Australia
shane
The price is Rp1.409.159
Rp1.620.513 total
includes taxes & fees
24 Nov - 25 Nov
Beechtree Motel
A balcony with white railings, a hanging basket, and outdoor furniture.

9. Lakeside Taupo

Lakeside Taupo
4.0 star property
Taupō Central
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (581 reviews)
"Room was clean. Easy check in process. Bed was comfy. Great location"
Australia
Ryan
The price is Rp1.478.335
Rp1.700.085 total
includes taxes & fees
18 Nov - 19 Nov
Lakeside Taupo
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.

10. Sails On The Lake

Sails On The Lake
3.5 star property
Taupō Central
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (784 reviews)
"Nice and clean room. Has everything we need. Close to all the sites of interest."
Singapore
Hung Yong James
The price is Rp1.924.416
Rp2.213.129 total
includes taxes & fees
18 Nov - 19 Nov
Sails On The Lake
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.

11. The Cove Taupo

The Cove Taupo
3.5 star property
Waipahihi
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (572 reviews)
"Good position on the lake but the motel is starting to look a little tired and dated. Some deep cleaning needed around windows that look to be dusty/mouldy in places. My room has a couch which was broken and slumped."
Australia
Ryan
The price is Rp1.224.628
Rp1.408.322 total
includes taxes & fees
16 Nov - 17 Nov
The Cove 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.

12. Tui Oaks Motel

Tui Oaks Motel
3.5 star property
Taupō Central
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (821 reviews)
"Everything was good and excellent view of the lake"
United States
Jalal
The price is Rp1.251.773
Rp1.439.539 total
includes taxes & fees
22 Nov - 23 Nov
Tui Oaks Motel
A swimming pool with a wooden deck and a thatched roof structure.

13. Le Chalet Suisse Motel Apartments

Le Chalet Suisse Motel Apartments
4.0 star property
Taupō Central
8.4 out of 10, Very good, (662 reviews)
"Our room was clean and staff were great."
Australia
Michelle
The price is Rp1.644.538
Rp1.891.219 total
includes taxes & fees
16 Nov - 17 Nov
Le Chalet Suisse Motel Apartments
A modern hotel room with a large bed, a desk, a chair, a TV, and a view of the outdoors.

14. Silver Fern Lodge

Silver Fern Lodge
3.0 star property
Taupō Central
7.8 out of 10, Good, (914 reviews)
"Kitchen did to clean no soap for diswasher staff need to speak English probably clean tables toilet needed to be cleaned to"
Australia
Tahi
The price is Rp935.987
Rp1.076.385 total
includes taxes & fees
16 Nov - 17 Nov
Silver Fern Lodge
Living area

15. Ashbrook Motel Taupo

Ashbrook Motel Taupo
3.0 star property
Taupō Central
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (336 reviews)
"Excellent motel, very modern and clean with very nice employees."
Canada
Lisa
The price is Rp1.519.011
Rp1.746.863 total
includes taxes & fees
16 Nov - 17 Nov
Ashbrook Motel Taupo
A modern hotel room with a balcony, a dining area, and a seating area with a sofa and a coffee table.

16. Acacia Lake View Motel

Acacia Lake View Motel
3.0 star property
Taupō Central
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (634 reviews)
"It had everything we needed & great location"
Australia
Prue
The price is Rp2.046.925
Rp2.353.964 total
includes taxes & fees
21 Nov - 22 Nov
Acacia Lake View Motel
A sign for 'The Lake' motel with a retro design, featuring a black background and white lettering.

17. The Lake Motel

The Lake Motel
3.5 star property
Taupō Central
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (348 reviews)
"Outstanding value! Clean, well maintained, generous size, quiet and comfortable. This is a small 'boutique motel'. We loved the two bicycles that are available for free use to ride on the path along the lake's shore. We loved our stay here and highly recommend."
United States
Robert
The price is Rp1.674.980
Rp1.926.227 total
includes taxes & fees
17 Nov - 18 Nov
The Lake Motel
A hotel room with two beds, a chair, and a ceiling fan.

18. Bella Vista Taupo

Bella Vista Taupo
4.0 star property
Taupō Central
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (591 reviews)
"Excellent location"
Australia
Mark
The price is Rp1.569.309
Rp1.804.705 total
includes taxes & fees
22 Nov - 23 Nov
Bella Vista Taupo
A hotel room with two beds, each with red and white bedding, a nightstand with a lamp, a painting on the wall, and a view of the outdoors through the window.

19. Great Lake Motel Taupo

Great Lake Motel Taupo
2.5 star property
Taupō Central
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (223 reviews)
"always stay at the great lake motel ticks all the boxes"
Australia
graham
The price is Rp1.824.913
Rp2.098.650 total
includes taxes & fees
29 Nov - 30 Nov
Great Lake Motel Taupo
A balcony with a view of the sea, wicker chairs, a small table, and a white railing.

20. Baycrest Lodge

Baycrest Lodge
4.5 star property
Taupō Central
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (820 reviews)
"Nice overnight stopover."
Australia
Kelly
The price is Rp2.772.949
Rp3.188.917 total
includes taxes & fees
16 Nov - 17 Nov
Baycrest Lodge
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Learn more about Wairakei

Geothermal wonders await at Wairakei Terraces, where you can soak in mineral-rich pools while watching steam rise from sculpted silica formations. Nearby Huka Falls offers thrilling jet boat rides and walking trails where you'll witness the Waikato River dramatically narrow into a thundering blue torrent.

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Top reviews in Wairakei

A deck with wicker furniture and a view of the sea.
Taupo Thermal Motel & Spa - Adults Only

Taupo Thermal Motel & Spa - Adults Only

Taupo Thermal Motel & Spa - Adults Only
Taupō Central

10/10 Excellent

Amazing views over Taupo to the mountain range, great stay and excellent service!!
United Kingdom
Samuel
Reviewed May 15, 2026
Taupo Thermal Motel & Spa - Adults Only

Frequently Asked Questions

What can I expect from a motel trip to Wairakei?

If you're having trouble locating a motel in Wairakei, let Expedia help you find a motel or something similar from more than 821 lodging options in the larger area. Simply use our search tools to filter by price per night or cost-saving amenities such as free parking and free breakfast.

What's it like to stay in a motel?

When you stay at a motel, you'll often find an outdoor pool and free parking. With a stay at a motel, you'll usually access your room directly from the car park. Motels made their debut in the 1920s as convenient lodging for the tired traveller taking a road trip along the major roadways of America.

What are the best motels in Wairakei?

Here are some of our customers' top motels to book in the larger area. Oasis Beach Motel is located 9.1 km from the heart of Wairakei. Enjoy access to the health club, and freebies including WiFi and self-parking. Beechtree Motel: Free WiFi, free parking and a computer station are available during your stay. Central Wairakei is 4.5 mi (7.3 km) away. Taupo Thermal Motel & Spa - Adults Only: Enjoy access to the 4 outdoor pools, and freebies including WiFi and self-parking. Located 5 mi (8.1 km) from the heart of Wairakei. Tui Oaks Motel: Central Wairakei is 4.8 mi (7.6 km) away. Free WiFi, free parking and a conference centre are available during your stay. Le Chalet Suisse Motel Apartments: 4.6 mi (7.3 km) from the heart of Wairakei. Enjoy access to the terrace, and freebies including WiFi and self-parking.

What things can I to do in Wairakei?

As you explore this relaxing, family-friendly area, explore the spas. Those visiting Wairakei have good things to say about the restaurants. These are some of the parks and outdoorsy places: Wairakei Terraces & Thermal Health Spa, Craters of the Moon and Waikato River. Attractions the whole family can enjoy include Wairakei Natural Thermal Valley and Mind Junction. During your trip, here are some other places to visit: Wairakei International Golf Course, Rock`n Ropes and Aratiatia Rapids.

What's the seasonal weather like in Wairakei?

Weather can make or break a road trip, so here's some data about year-round temperatures in Wairakei to help you plan yours: The hottest months are usually January and February, with an average temperature of 16°C, while the coldest months are July and August, with an average of 7°C. Average annual precipitation for Wairakei is 1398 mm.

What are my options for getting around Wairakei while staying in a motel?

We’ve gathered some information about local transportation options in Wairakei to help you navigate your stay: Fly into Taupō Airport (TUO), which is located 7.9 mi (12.7 km) away from the city centre. If you'd like to venture out around the area, you may want to rent a car for your trip.