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Aparthotel

Sacred Waters

5.0 star property
Lakefront aparthotel with a fitness center and an outdoor pool

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Sacred Waters provides a peaceful getaway with its outdoor pool, garden and entertainment area. Travelers can rejuvenate in the spa tub or maintain their fitness routine in the gym. The property's excellent condition consistently earns high praise from visitors.

Reviews

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • Dryer
  • Washer
  • Kitchen
  • Gym

Room options

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Thermal Apartment Two Bedroom | Terrace/patio

Thermal Apartment Two Bedroom

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)

Highlights

Balcony or patio
Private outdoor hot tub
Air conditioning
Heating
Kitchen
Refrigerator
Dishwasher
Flat-screen TV
  • 100 sq m
  • 2 bedrooms
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Queen Bed and 1 King Bed

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Thermal Apartment Three Bedroom | Living area | 50-cm flat-screen TV with satellite channels, TV

Thermal Apartment Three Bedroom

Highlights

Balcony or patio
Private outdoor hot tub
Air conditioning
Heating
Kitchen
Refrigerator
Dishwasher
Flat-screen TV
  • 130 sq m
  • 3 bedrooms
  • Sleeps 5
  • 2 Queen Beds and 1 Twin Bed

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Lake Front Three Bedroom | Terrace/patio

Lake Front Three Bedroom

Highlights

Balcony or patio
Private outdoor hot tub
Air conditioning
Heating
Kitchen
Refrigerator
Dishwasher
Flat-screen TV
  • 156 sq m
  • 3 bedrooms
  • Sleeps 6
  • 1 Queen Bed and 2 King Beds

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Lake Front Four Bedroom Apartment | Terrace/patio

Lake Front Four Bedroom Apartment

Highlights

Balcony or patio
Private outdoor hot tub
Air conditioning
Heating
Kitchen
Refrigerator
Dishwasher
Flat-screen TV
  • 167 sq m
  • 4 bedrooms
  • Sleeps 7
  • 1 Queen Bed, 3 Twin Beds and 1 King Bed

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Lake View Two Bedroom Penthouse | Living area | 50-cm flat-screen TV with satellite channels, TV

Lake View Two Bedroom Penthouse

Highlights

Balcony or patio
Private outdoor hot tub
Air conditioning
Heating
Kitchen
Refrigerator
Dishwasher
Flat-screen TV
  • 205 sq m
  • 2 bedrooms
  • Lake view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 King Beds

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Lake View Three Bedroom Apartment | Living area | 50-cm flat-screen TV with satellite channels, TV

Lake View Three Bedroom Apartment

Highlights

Balcony or patio
Private outdoor hot tub
Air conditioning
Heating
Kitchen
Refrigerator
Dishwasher
Flat-screen TV
  • 154 sq m
  • 3 bedrooms
  • Lake view
  • Sleeps 5
  • 1 King Bed, 1 Twin Bed and 1 Queen Bed

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Double Bedroom Studio Apartment | 3 bedrooms, in-room safe, laptop workspace, iron/ironing board

Double Bedroom Studio Apartment

Highlights

Balcony or patio
Private outdoor hot tub
Air conditioning
Heating
Kitchen
Refrigerator
Dishwasher
Flat-screen TV
  • 85 sq m
  • 2 bedrooms
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed and 2 Twin Beds

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Lake View Two Bedroom Apartment | View from room

Lake View Two Bedroom Apartment

Highlights

Balcony or patio
Private outdoor hot tub
Air conditioning
Heating
Kitchen
Refrigerator
Dishwasher
Flat-screen TV
  • 125 sq m
  • 2 bedrooms
  • Lake view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Queen Bed

View all photos for Thermal Apartment Three Bedroom Sleeps 6

Thermal Apartment Three Bedroom Sleeps 6 | View from room

Thermal Apartment Three Bedroom Sleeps 6

Highlights

Balcony or patio
Private outdoor hot tub
Air conditioning
Heating
Kitchen
Refrigerator
Dishwasher
Flat-screen TV
  • 140 sq m
  • 3 bedrooms
  • Sleeps 6
  • 1 King Bed, 1 Queen Bed and 2 Twin Beds

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Penthouse, 4 Bedrooms, Lake View | 3 bedrooms, in-room safe, laptop workspace, iron/ironing board

Penthouse, 4 Bedrooms, Lake View

Highlights

Balcony or patio
Private outdoor hot tub
Air conditioning
Heating
Kitchen
Refrigerator
Dishwasher
Flat-screen TV
  • 150 sq m
  • 4 bedrooms
  • Lake view
  • Sleeps 8
  • 3 King Beds and 2 Twin Beds

About the neighborhood

Map
221-225 Lake Terrace, Waipahihi, Taupo, Waikato, 2730

What's nearby

  • Taupō Hot Springs - 14 min walk - 0.8 miles
  • Wairakei Geothermal Power Station - 3 min drive - 1.8 miles
  • Spa Thermal Park - 4 min drive - 2.1 miles
  • A.C. Baths - 5 min drive - 2.5 miles
  • Huka Falls - 10 min drive - 5.2 miles

Getting around

  • Taupō Airport (TUO) - 5 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪McDonald's - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Starbucks - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Industrie French Kitchen - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪The Vine Eatery - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Dixie Brown's Cafe - ‬5 min drive

About this property

Sacred Waters

Lakefront aparthotel with a fitness center and an outdoor pool
An outdoor pool, a fitness center, and a hot tub are available at this smoke-free aparthotel. Free WiFi in public areas and free self parking are also provided. Additionally, tour/ticket assistance, a garden, and a front-desk safe are onsite. Each apartment has 3 bedrooms and offers free WiFi and an espresso maker. A kitchen comes with a refrigerator and an oven, and guests will also find upscale touches like an outdoor private hot tub and a heated floor (bathroom).
Sacred Waters offers 18 air-conditioned accommodations with outdoor private hot tubs and washers/dryers. Rooms open to balconies or patios. 50-cm flat-screen televisions come with premium satellite channels. Accommodations at this 5-star aparthotel have kitchens with refrigerators, stovetops, microwaves, and cookware/dishes/utensils. Bathrooms include bathrobes, complimentary toiletries, and hair dryers.

This Taupō aparthotel provides complimentary wireless Internet access. Business-friendly amenities include safes and phones. Additionally, rooms include espresso makers and coffee/tea makers. Housekeeping is provided daily.

An outdoor pool and a hot tub are on site. Other recreational amenities include a fitness center.

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

Awards and affiliations

Eco-Certified Property
This property participates in Qualmark Sustainable Tourism Business Award, a program that measures the property's impact on one or more of the following: environment, community, cultural-heritage, the local economy.

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Property amenities

Beach

  • White sand beach nearby

Pool/Spa

  • Hot tub
  • Outdoor pool
  • Pool loungers
  • Private outdoor hot tub

Internet

  • Available in the apartment: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Electric car charging station on site
  • Onsite parking available only on request
  • Free self parking on site
  • Onsite parking options include a carport

Family friendly

  • Babysitting (surcharge)
  • Children stay free (see details)
  • High chair

Kitchen

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Dishwasher
  • Electric kettle
  • Espresso maker
  • Freezer
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Refrigerator
  • Stovetop
  • Toaster

Bedrooms

  • 3 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided
  • Rollaway/extra bed: NZD 45 per night

Bathroom

  • Bathrobes
  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Heated bathroom floor
  • Shampoo
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Living room

Entertainment

  • 50-cm flat-screen TV with premium satellite channels

Outdoor areas

  • Balcony/patio
  • Garden
  • Outdoor entertainment area
  • Outdoor furniture

Laundry

  • Washer/dryer

Work spaces

  • Laptop workspace

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Suitability/Accessibility

  • No elevator
  • Smoking not allowed

Services and conveniences

  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Luggage storage
  • Phone
  • Safe
  • Safe at front desk
  • Tour and ticket assistance

Location highlights

  • In a national park
  • In the mountains
  • Near the airport
  • Near the boardwalk/promenade
  • On a lake

Things to do

  • Gym
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby
  • Skydiving nearby
  • Swimming nearby

Safety features

  • Carbon monoxide detector not reported (host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector)
  • Smoke detector (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property)

General

  • 18 units
  • 4 floors
  • Built in 2006
  • Electric car charging station
  • Garden

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; Check-in end time: 6:00 PM
Late check-in subject to availability
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 10 AM

Special check-in instructions

The property charges 3.50 percent for credit card payments
The front desk is open Monday - Friday (8:00 AM - 6:00 PM) and Saturday - Sunday (9:00 AM - 5:00 PM)
Guests must contact the property in advance for check-in instructions; front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
To make arrangements for check-in please contact the property at least 48 hours before arrival using the information on the booking confirmation
If you are planning to arrive after 6:00 PM please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation
The credit card used to book the reservation must be presented by the cardholder at check-in along with matching photo identification, and other arrangements must be coordinated with the property prior to arrival

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

Pets not allowed

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
1 child, up to the age of 1, can stay for free if using existing beds when occupying the parent or guardian's room
Rollaway/extra beds are available for NZD 45 per night
Cribs (infant beds) are available for NZD 35.0 per stay

Property payment types

Important information

Optional extras

  • Crib (infant bed) fee: NZD 35.0 per stay
  • Rollaway bed fee: NZD 45 per night
  • High chair fee: NZD 15 per stay
  • Credit card charges are subject to a surcharge of 3.50 percent

The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may 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 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
Guests must contact this property in advance to reserve onsite parking
This property accepts credit cards, debit cards, and cash
This property reserves the right to pre-authorize the guest's credit card prior to arrival.
Host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector with you on the trip
Host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property
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

We should mention

This property does not have elevators

National rating

Rating provided by Qualmark®, source of official star ratings for accommodation in New Zealand.

Property is also known as

Sacred Waters Apartment
Sacred Waters Apartment Taupo
Sacred Waters Taupo
Clarion Hotel Taupo
Clarion Sacred Waters
Clarion Taupo
Sacred Waters Taupo Luxury Apartments Hotel Taupo
Taupo Clarion
Clarion Hotel Taupo
Clarion Taupo
Taupo Clarion
Clarion Sacred Waters
Sacred Waters Taupo
Sacred Waters Aparthotel
Sacred Waters Aparthotel Taupo

Frequently asked questions

Does Sacred Waters have a pool?

Yes, this property has an outdoor pool.

Is Sacred Waters pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much is parking at Sacred Waters?

Self parking is free at this property.

What time is check-in at Sacred Waters?

Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; Check-in end time: 6:00 PM. Late check-in is available during limited hours.

What time is check-out at Sacred Waters?

Check-out is at 10 AM.

Where is Sacred Waters located?

This family-friendly Taupō aparthotel is located near the airport, within 3 mi (5 km) of Taupō Hot Springs and A.C. Baths. Huka Falls and Craters of the Moon are also within 6 mi (10 km).

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Reviews

Sacred Waters Reviews

9.6

Exceptional

9.6

Cleanliness

9.6

Location

9.4

Staff & service

8.8

Eco-friendliness

9.4

Property conditions & facilities
Rating 10 - Excellent. 349 out of 436 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 63 out of 436 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 11 out of 436 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 11 out of 436 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 2 out of 436 reviews

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Michaella

Liked: Cleanliness
Beautiful stay!
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Vladimir

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
Pros: Spacious suites, lake access, hot pool, friendly staff. Cons: tight parking, lake view limited.
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

tania

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
Great location
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2024

8/10 Good

Colin

Liked: Amenities, property conditions & facilities
Nice place to stay
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Amani

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
Great accommodation, friendly staff. Perfect for a weekend away.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Sandy

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
A lovely lakeside property with nice walks along the lake. Rooms are large and spotless with everything you need. Easy parking in attached garage.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Philip

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
Very spacious, quiet with nice walks along the seafront
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2024

10/10 Excellent

Rupesh

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
Great staff and very helpful . Great property .
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

Danielle

Liked: Amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
Very nice apartment with great amenities and awesome heated pool. Lovely location right in the lake with stunning views. Friendly staff. Would definitely recommend this accommodation.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Lyn

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, communication
Fabulous position with stunning lake view. Enjoyed the hot tub, full kitchen, 3 bedrooms, comfy lounge with plenty of seating for relaxing and dining. I wouldn’t rate the property itself as luxury 5 star however, as it needs some maintenance and updating, especially in bathrooms.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Fiona

Liked: Cleanliness, room comfort, communication

Spacious Apartment

Check in easy, manager friendly and polite. We stayed in room 9 and it was clean comfortable, warm and well equipped. Would happily book again and have no idea why bad reviews as our experience was all positive.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

David

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
The hot pool and geothermal tubs were a spectacular cherry on the lovely cake of a spacious, beautiful, fully equipped suite. I wish we'd stayed longer, as the waters left us all feeling refreshed and invigorated in a really special way!
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Manav

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
Exceptional
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2023

8/10 Good

Diane

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, communication
Was only given two towels the second night and two pool towels even though there was 3 of us. The cleaners left a bag of rubbish outside the door from them cleaning that day.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2023

8/10 Good

Andrea

Liked: Amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
I booked the apartment because I needed a full size fridge/freezer as I was in the process of moving & needed somewhere to keep things frozen. It was VERY warm & stuffy inside the apartment but opening the windows & turning the aircon on solved that. Even the underground parking was overly warm. I was late checking in but the instructions for where to find the key etc were clear & I had no problem at all until I went out to get food. On coming back the garage door was down & the remote to open the door id been given was not working & id left the paper with the after hours phone number in the apartment. Luckily another resident helped me out & I was able to get in. Overall it was a lovely one night stay. You could quite happily stay for a few weeks & be comfortable. The kitchen looked to have everything you’d need to be able to cook well. The bed was comfy, shower hot & apart from the noise of kids in the pool at times it was quiet.

6/10 Okay

Vanessa

Liked: Cleanliness
Andy and Mel were friendly. Caitlyn was awesome. We extended our stay thanks to Caitlyn. We even upgraded to the Penthouse We were staying in the Thermal 3 Bedroom, near the heated pool. It was noisey. The lights were flickering. We had to go to Reception to get toilet paper, and towels. We got none in the room. One of the sliding doors didn’t lock. These are just some of the things we encountered So, we upgraded, thinking it would be better. We went to a 2 Bedroom Penthouse. The AC in the Master Room needed to be replaced. The bathroom doors were noisey, so we had to open them. The sliding doors were noisey with the wind blowing. The outdoor furniture moved a lot, so we had to make sure they didn’t and we were safe. There were 5 in total, 2 adults and 3 kids. In the second room, there was a fold out bed. But at 3am, the youngest fold out bed, the head collapsed, so she had to get in the other two’s bed. The parking was terrible. The front passenger seat, I couldn’t get in. So my husband had to move the vehicle so I can get it. I told my husband to park, the way I could get in and out the vehicle To give you perspective, I am recovering from a Stroke 18/09/2022, which really affected my right side and my talking. I have Dysarthia, and I am right handed and in my right arm I have Tremours
Stayed 9 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Michael

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, communication
We had a wonderful time at Sacred Waters - room was clean and spacious, view over the lake was wonderful, and we loved the warm pool!!
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2025

4/10 Poor

Ghengis

Disliked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, communication
No water for showers or to flush toilet and didn’t get refund
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jess

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
Lovely spot with huge apartments, great views and friendly staff! We didn’t make it into the pool but it looked glorious, and the private spas are lovely.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Roshan

Bathroom shower leaking water from the door ,missing seal Other than it was a nice stay.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Charles

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
Super well Equipped. Not much to fault.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Hamish

Liked: Amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great place to stay, pool and facilities are great
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

6/10 Okay

George

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Absolutely a beautiful property, unfortunately the person on reception was trying to be as unhelpful as she could possibly be. We wanted to purchase some milk: she told use to go to the BP across the road, which we had already been to and they were out of stock which was why we went back to reception, but she wouldn’t allow us to purchase anything at any cost It was just disappointing
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

MITAL

Liked: Room comfort, communication
It’s very nice
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

6/10 Okay

Dharmendra

Liked: Amenities, communication
Disliked: Cleanliness
Nice property, just needed vacuuming properly and bathroom showers cleaned better. Bed was uncomfortable and was 2 beds joined together which a few places do also but not good. Pillowed we’re too firm / high so I ended up using a cushion instead. Otherwise nice place and really good value if more than a couple stay as had 3 bedrooms. Otherwise good.
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

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