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Taupo Thermal Motel & Spa - Adults Only

3.0 star property
Adults-only motel with 4 outdoor pools and a seasonal outdoor pool

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VU Thermal Lodge provides a peaceful retreat featuring an indoor mineral hot spring and 11 indoor hot springs. Guests can enjoy the terrace or choose from 10 spa tubs for relaxation after visiting nearby Waipahihi Botanical Gardens or Taupo Museum and Art Gallery.

Reviews

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful

Popular amenities

  • Housekeeping
  • Air conditioning
  • Kitchen
  • Parking included
  • Free WiFi

Room options

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Showing 14 of 14 rooms

View all photos for Deluxe Studio, 1 Queen Bed, Hot Tub, Ground Floor

Deluxe Studio, 1 Queen Bed, Hot Tub, Ground Floor | 1 bedroom, iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets

Deluxe Studio, 1 Queen Bed, Hot Tub, Ground Floor

8.4 out of 10
Very good
(18 reviews)

Highlights

Furnished patio
Private pool
Private indoor hot tub
Air conditioning
Kitchen
Refrigerator
Flat-screen TV
Separate bedroom
  • 25 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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Deluxe Suite, 2 Bedrooms, Lake View | Balcony

Deluxe Suite, 2 Bedrooms, Lake View

7.0 out of 10
Good
(2 reviews)

Highlights

Balcony
Separate sitting area
Air conditioning
Kitchen
Full-sized refrigerator/freezer
Dishwasher
Flat-screen TV
Ceiling fan
  • 78 sq m
  • 2 bedrooms
  • Lake view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Double Bed and 1 King Bed

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Lakefront Thermal Spa Studio King Bed Ground Floor (partial view) | Private spa tub

Lakefront Thermal Spa Studio King Bed Ground Floor (partial view)

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(4 reviews)

Highlights

Furnished patio
Individually decorated
Private pool
Private indoor hot tub
Air conditioning
Kitchen
Refrigerator
Flat-screen TV
  • 28 sq m
  • Partial lake view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

View all photos for Exclusive Studio Suite, 1 Queen Bed, Hot Tub, Ground Floor

Exclusive Studio Suite, 1 Queen Bed, Hot Tub, Ground Floor | 1 bedroom, iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets

Exclusive Studio Suite, 1 Queen Bed, Hot Tub, Ground Floor

7.0 out of 10
Good
(4 reviews)

Highlights

Private plunge pool
Private indoor hot tub
Air conditioning
Kitchen
Refrigerator
Flat-screen TV
Premium bedding
Separate bedroom
  • 26 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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One Bedroom Thermal Spa Super King Suite Ground Floor (adult only) | Terrace/patio

One Bedroom Thermal Spa Super King Suite Ground Floor (adult only)

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
(14 reviews)

Highlights

Furnished patio
Separate dining area
Private indoor hot tub
Air conditioning
Kitchen
Flat-screen TV
Separate bedroom
Private bathroom
  • 38 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

View all photos for 1 Bedroom Super King Suite with Balcony (upper floor no spa)

1 Bedroom Super King Suite with Balcony (upper floor no spa) | 1 bedroom, iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets

1 Bedroom Super King Suite with Balcony (upper floor no spa)

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(8 reviews)

Highlights

Balcony
Separate dining area
Air conditioning
Kitchen
Flat-screen TV
Separate bedroom
Private bathroom
Hair dryer
  • 35 sq m
  • Partial lake view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

View all photos for Lakefront 1 Bedrom Super King Suite (upper floor , no spa)

Lakefront 1 Bedrom Super King Suite (upper floor , no spa) | 1 bedroom, iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets

Lakefront 1 Bedrom Super King Suite (upper floor , no spa)

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(2 reviews)

Highlights

Balcony
Separate dining area
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Kitchen
Flat-screen TV
Separate bedroom
Private bathroom
  • 35 sq m
  • Lake view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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1 bedroom, iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets

Queen Spa Studio Ground Floor

  • Sleeps 2

View all photos for Lakefront King Spa Studio Ground Floor

1 bedroom, iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets

Lakefront King Spa Studio Ground Floor

  • Sleeps 2

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1 bedroom, iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets

Exclusive Queen Spa Studio Ground Floor

  • Sleeps 2

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1 bedroom, iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets

Super King Spa Suite Ground Floor

  • Sleeps 2

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1 bedroom, iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets

Super King Suite With Lake View

  • Sleeps 2

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1 bedroom, iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets

2 Bedroom Suite With Lake View

  • Sleeps 4

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1 bedroom, iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets

Super King Suite With Balcony

  • Sleeps 2

About the neighborhood

Map
6 Taharepa Road, Taupo, Waikato, 3330

What's nearby

  • Taupō Hot Springs - 2 min drive - 1.1 miles
  • Taupō Museum and Art Gallery - 3 min drive - 1.1 miles
  • Taupō Marina and Boat Ramp - 4 min drive - 1.4 miles
  • A.C. Baths - 4 min drive - 1.8 miles
  • Wairakei Geothermal Power Station - 4 min drive - 2.0 miles

Getting around

  • Taupō Airport (TUO) - 8 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪McDonald's - ‬20 min walk
  • ‪The Vine Eatery - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Dixie Brown's Cafe - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Jolly Good Fellows - English Bar - ‬12 min walk
  • ‪Piccolo - ‬2 min drive

About this property

Taupo Thermal Motel & Spa - Adults Only

Motel near Maori Carvings
Located close to Waipahihi Botanical Gardens and Taupō Museum and Art Gallery, Taupo Thermal Motel & Spa - Adults Only provides an outdoor mineral hot spring (onsen) and a terrace. For some rest and relaxation, visit the 11 indoor hot springs. Stay connected with free in-room WiFi.
Additional perks include:
  • 4 outdoor pools along with sun loungers and pool umbrellas
  • Free self parking
  • Hot springs on site, tour/ticket assistance, and luggage storage
  • Guest reviews speak highly of the helpful staff
Room features
All guestrooms at Taupo Thermal Motel & Spa - Adults Only have comforts such as air conditioning, as well as amenities like free WiFi.
Extra conveniences in all rooms include:
  • Bathrooms with eco-friendly toiletries and showers
  • Flat-screen TVs with digital channels
  • LED light bulbs, kitchens, and microwaves

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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

Things to do

  • 11 indoor hot springs
  • 4 outdoor pools
  • Hot tub

Conveniences

  • Limited-hour front desk
  • Luggage storage

Guest services

  • Change of bedsheets (on request)
  • Change of towels on request
  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Tour and ticket assistance

Outdoors

  • Direct access to the beach
  • In a national park
  • On a lake
  • Pool loungers
  • Pool umbrellas
  • Terrace

Spa

  • 11 indoor hot springs
  • 4 outdoor hot springs
  • Hot springs open from 2:30 PM - 11:00 PM
  • Hot springs water temperature - 131 ºF
  • Public outdoor mineral hot springs (onsen)

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Upper floors accessible by stairs only

More

  • 100% renewable energy
  • At least 80% lighting from LEDs
  • Comprehensive recycling policy
  • Designated smoking areas
  • Eco-friendly cleaning products used
  • Local culture and ecosystem education

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Shower
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • Flat-screen TV with digital channels

Food and drink

  • Cleaning supplies
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Kitchen
  • Microwave
  • Toaster

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Eco-friendly toiletries
  • Energy-saving switches in guestrooms
  • Iron/ironing board on request
  • LED lighting
  • Mobile key entry
  • Water-efficient showers
  • Water-efficient toilets

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; Check-in end time: 8:30 PM
Contactless check-in available
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 10:00 AM
Contactless check-out available

Special check-in instructions

The property charges 2.5 percent for credit card payments
The front desk is open daily from 2:00 PM - 8:30 PM
Front desk staffed during limited hours
This property doesn't offer after-hours check-in

Access methods

Front desk (limited hours)

Pets

Pets not allowed

Children and extra beds

Children younger than 18 are not allowed at this adults-only property; all guests 18 and older are welcome
Rollaway/extra beds are not available
Cribs (infant beds) are not available

Property payment types

Important information

Fees

You'll be asked to pay the following charges at the property. Fees may include applicable taxes:

  • Deposit: NZD 300 per accommodation, per stay
  • Deposit is payable by bank transfer and is due within 48 hours of booking the reservation.

We have included all charges provided to us by the property.

Optional extras

  • Credit card charges are subject to a surcharge of 2.5 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, 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 credit cards, debit cards, and cash
Cashless transactions are available
Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited
This property uses geothermal energy, plus eco-friendly cleaning products
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, and a first aid kit
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
The seasonal pool will be open from January to December
Pool access available from noon to 9 PM
Hot springs access available from 2:30 PM to 11:00 PM
Guests under 18 years old are not permitted at this adults-only property
Only registered guests are allowed in the guestrooms
Alcohol is not served at this property
Guests under 16 years old are not allowed in the swimming pool
This property welcomes guests of all sexual orientations and gender identities (LGBTQ+ friendly)

National rating

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

Property is also known as

VU Thermal Lodge Taupo
VU Thermal Taupo
VU Thermal
VU Thermal Lodge
Taupo Thermal & Spa Taupo
Taupo Thermal Motel & Spa Motel
Taupo Thermal Motel & Spa Taupo
Taupo Thermal Motel & Spa Motel Taupo

Frequently asked questions

Does Taupo Thermal Motel & Spa - Adults Only have a pool?

Yes, this property has 4 outdoor pools. Pool access is from noon–9 PM.

Is Taupo Thermal Motel & Spa - Adults Only pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much is parking at Taupo Thermal Motel & Spa - Adults Only?

Self parking is free at this property.

What time is check-in at Taupo Thermal Motel & Spa - Adults Only?

Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; Check-in end time: 8:30 PM. After-hours check-in is not available.

What time is check-out at Taupo Thermal Motel & Spa - Adults Only?

Check-out is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Taupo Thermal Motel & Spa - Adults Only located?

Offering direct access to the beach, this Taupō Central motel is in a national park and within 2 mi (3 km) of Maori Carvings, Waipahihi Botanical Gardens, and Taupō Museum and Art Gallery. Taupō Marina and Boat Ramp and A.C. Baths are also within 3 mi (5 km).

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Reviews

Taupo Thermal Motel & Spa - Adults Only Reviews

9.0

Wonderful

9.2

Cleanliness

9.2

Location

9.6

Staff & service

8.8

Eco-friendliness

8.6

Property conditions & facilities
Rating 10 - Excellent. 309 out of 517 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 157 out of 517 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 37 out of 517 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 10 out of 517 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 4 out of 517 reviews

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

cleveland Alma

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The stay was so relaxing the pool was clean everything about us day was wonderful The host very nice lady
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

8/10 Good

Alan

Liked: Staff & service, amenities
Staff were great Hot pools are a plus
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Josh

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Had an awesome stay
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

8/10 Good

Karmin

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Room was extremely clean, I was running late and hotel owner was accommodating to help out. Spa bath is dated but worked fine and very clean and tidy.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

nikola

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Great room, staff very welcoming. Had a thermal spa room which had everything you would need for a relaxing stay. Highly recommended
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Barry

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We had a spa room at the front with beautiful views of the lake and very private. Our room was excellent and well serviced daily. Checkin was easy and quick and the Owner had plenty of local knowledge. We did not use the thermal spa as we had a private room spa. Only issue was people upstairs walking around the floorboards did creak a little but nothing o whinge about it was a magnificent stay.
Stayed 5 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Brad

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Love the natural thermal mineral spring water spa. So good for all the aches and pains at the end of the day. All in your own room, nice and private. Carol is always such a welcoming hostess as well 👍👍👍
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025

8/10 Good

KAYLENE

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The property was nice and clean. Staff were very helpful. The outdoor pools were also clean and very appealing and private. It would be great if you didnt hear the other people in the next door unit walking around early in the morning and late at night. Good parking and an easy property to locate. Thank you 😊
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Ben

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Every staff member we met was absolutely lovely very friendly very helpful. The room was clean and tidy and kept reasonably up to date as per 90% of accommodation the bed was slightly too firmed for my liking but all in all no complaints
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

8/10 Good

Jean

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very nice and helpful staff. Wonderful location!
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Levi

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Fantastic little hidden gem, staff were exceptionally nice. Facilities were great, will definitely be returning.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025

8/10 Good

Allison

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We had a lovely stay and would recommend this property if your in the area.
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Neil

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Hot water pool very relaxing
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

6/10 Okay

Turake

Liked: Staff & service
Property was clean and tidy but area was small. The shower was excellent
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Cheryl

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Wonderful staff and accommodating
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

8/10 Good

Fiona

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
We booked the room with the mineral pool out the back. What a treat - such luxury to fill the pool with hot water and soak whenever we wanted to. Room very clean. Good bed. Slept well. A/C was struggling - think it needed the filters cleaned but there was no one on reception to talk to when we left.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Les

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Liked having the 4 separate rooms and a balcony with a great view
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Allan

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
The private hot geothemal tub
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Theo

Liked: Amenities
Great friendly service and accommodation was to expectations.
Stayed 5 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Kim

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Nice, well located motel. Receptionist was lovely and very helpful. Only downside was the narrow stairs to the upstairs units.
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2025

8/10 Good

Helen

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Loved our private mineral pool.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Mohammed

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
One off the best place in taupo love it
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Lisa

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Loved the mineral hot springs bath! Bed very comfy. Nice views from lookout deck. Walkable to downtown.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025

8/10 Good

Edward

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
I love this the spa in the room the lady that runs the properties fantastic laundry service was great and really close to everything
Stayed 5 nights in Nov 2024

8/10 Good

Lorrel

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Had a nice 1 night stay. Had everything we needed. Check-in lady was lovely and quick service. Parking easy. In room mineral spa was a nice bonus at the end of a cold day. Thanks!
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

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