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Wairakei Resort Taupo

4.0 star property
Family-friendly hotel with 2 outdoor pools and a full-service spa

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2 outdoor pools
Garden
Property entrance
Courtyard
Superior Room, 1 King Bed (Tauhara) | In-room safe, iron/ironing board, free cribs/infant beds, rollaway beds
Wairakei Resort Taupo, located in a national park, offers an upscale retreat. Guests can enjoy golf, spa treatments, or two outdoor pools. The resort provides free WiFi and laundry facilities. Staff consistently receive high marks from visitors.

Reviews

8.0 out of 10
Very good

Popular amenities

  • Hot Tub
  • Bar
  • Spa
  • Gym
Spa

Spa

The on-site spa has a variety of ways to help you relax. The hotel's spa offers massages as well as pampering treatments such as body wraps, facials, and manicures/pedicures. Other on-site facilities include a sauna and a hot tub.

Room options

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Suite, 1 King Bed (Spa) | In-room safe, iron/ironing board, free cribs/infant beds, rollaway beds

Suite, 1 King Bed (Spa)

Highlights

Balcony or patio
Air conditioning
Heating
Connecting rooms available
Free cribs/infant beds
Refrigerator
TV
Hair dryer
  • 36 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

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Superior Room, 1 King Bed (Tauhara) | In-room safe, iron/ironing board, free cribs/infant beds, rollaway beds

Superior Room, 1 King Bed (Tauhara)

Highlights

Balcony or patio
Air conditioning
Heating
Connecting rooms available
Free cribs/infant beds
Refrigerator
TV
Hair dryer
  • 28 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

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Superior Room, 2 Queen Beds, Balcony (Tauhara) | In-room safe, iron/ironing board, free cribs/infant beds, rollaway beds

Superior Room, 2 Queen Beds, Balcony (Tauhara)

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(5 reviews)

Highlights

Balcony or patio
Air conditioning
Heating
Connecting rooms available
Free cribs/infant beds
Refrigerator
TV
Hair dryer
  • 28 sq m
  • Sleeps 5
  • 2 Queen Beds

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Junior Suite, 1 King Bed | In-room safe, iron/ironing board, free cribs/infant beds, rollaway beds

Junior Suite, 1 King Bed

Highlights

Balcony or patio
Air conditioning
Heating
Connecting rooms available
Free cribs/infant beds
Refrigerator
TV
Hair dryer
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

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Suite (Rangatira) | In-room safe, iron/ironing board, free cribs/infant beds, rollaway beds

Suite (Rangatira)

Highlights

Balcony or patio
Air conditioning
Heating
Connecting rooms available
Free cribs/infant beds
Refrigerator
TV
Hair dryer
  • Sleeps 5
  • 2 King Beds

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Superior Room, 2 Queen Beds | In-room safe, iron/ironing board, free cribs/infant beds, rollaway beds

Superior Room, 2 Queen Beds

Highlights

Balcony or patio
Air conditioning
Heating
Connecting rooms available
Free cribs/infant beds
Refrigerator
TV
Hair dryer
  • 33 sq m
  • Sleeps 5
  • 2 Queen Beds

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Villa, 1 King Bed (Studio) | In-room safe, iron/ironing board, free cribs/infant beds, rollaway beds

Villa, 1 King Bed (Studio)

Highlights

Balcony or patio
Air conditioning
Heating
Connecting rooms available
Free cribs/infant beds
Refrigerator
TV
Hair dryer
  • 47 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

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Standard Room, 1 King Bed | In-room safe, iron/ironing board, free cribs/infant beds, rollaway beds

Standard Room, 1 King Bed

8.6 out of 10
Excellent
(17 reviews)

Highlights

Balcony or patio
Air conditioning
Heating
Connecting rooms available
Free cribs/infant beds
Refrigerator
TV
Hair dryer
  • 21 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

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Superior Room, 1 King Bed (Waiora) | In-room safe, iron/ironing board, free cribs/infant beds, rollaway beds

Superior Room, 1 King Bed (Waiora)

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(2 reviews)

Highlights

Balcony or patio
Air conditioning
Heating
Connecting rooms available
Free cribs/infant beds
Refrigerator
TV
Hair dryer
  • 22 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Standard Room, 2 Double Beds (Huka) | In-room safe, iron/ironing board, free cribs/infant beds, rollaway beds

Standard Room, 2 Double Beds (Huka)

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(1 review)

Highlights

Balcony or patio
Air conditioning
Heating
Connecting rooms available
Free cribs/infant beds
Refrigerator
TV
Hair dryer
  • 28 sq m
  • Sleeps 5
  • 2 Double Beds

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Villa, 1 Bedroom | In-room safe, iron/ironing board, free cribs/infant beds, rollaway beds

Villa, 1 Bedroom

Highlights

Balcony or patio
Air conditioning
Heating
Connecting rooms available
Free cribs/infant beds
Refrigerator
TV
Hair dryer
  • 46 sq m
  • Sleeps 5
  • 1 Double Bed

Economy Room

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)
  • Sleeps 3

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In-room safe, iron/ironing board, free cribs/infant beds, rollaway beds

Tauhara King

  • Sleeps 3

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In-room safe, iron/ironing board, free cribs/infant beds, rollaway beds

Studio King

  • Sleeps 3

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In-room safe, iron/ironing board, free cribs/infant beds, rollaway beds

Tauhara Twin

  • Sleeps 5

Superior Twin Room

  • Sleeps 5

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In-room safe, iron/ironing board, free cribs/infant beds, rollaway beds

Family Villa

  • Sleeps 5

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In-room safe, iron/ironing board, free cribs/infant beds, rollaway beds

Waiora Room

  • Sleeps 2

Spa Suite

  • Sleeps 3

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In-room safe, iron/ironing board, free cribs/infant beds, rollaway beds

Huka Twin Room

  • Sleeps 5

Junior Suite

  • Sleeps 3

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In-room safe, iron/ironing board, free cribs/infant beds, rollaway beds

Rangatira Suite

  • Sleeps 5

Standard King Room

  • Sleeps 3

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In-room safe, iron/ironing board, free cribs/infant beds, rollaway beds

Executive Villa

  • Sleeps 2

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Bathroom | Hair dryer, towels, soap, shampoo

Executive Junior King Suite

  • Sleeps 3

About the neighborhood

Located in Wairakei, Wairakei Resort Taupo is in the mountains and in a national park. A.C. Baths and Maori Carvings are local landmarks, and some of the area's activities can be experienced at Rock`n Ropes and Wairakei International Golf Course. Traveling with kids? Consider Wairakei Natural Thermal Valley and Mind Junction. Practice your golf swing on a nearby course, or enjoy other activities in the great outdoors, such as hiking/biking trails in the area.
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640 Wairakei Road, Wairakei, 3352

What's nearby

  • Wairakei Terraces & Thermal Health Spa - 5 min walk - 0.3 miles
  • Prawn Farm - 3 min drive - 1.4 miles
  • Huka Falls - 3 min drive - 1.6 miles
  • Spa Thermal Park - 12 min drive - 6.5 miles
  • Craters of the Moon - 14 min drive - 2.7 miles

Getting around

  • Taupō Airport (TUO) - 12 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Embra - ‬8 min drive
  • ‪Piccolo - ‬8 min drive
  • ‪The Mira - ‬8 min drive
  • ‪Seakraft - ‬8 min drive
  • ‪Replete Food Company - ‬8 min drive

About this property

Wairakei Resort Taupo

Upscale family-friendly hotel near Lake Taupō
Take advantage of golfing on site, a terrace, and mini golf at Wairakei Resort Taupo. Tee up with amenities like a driving range at this hotel. Treat yourself to a manicure/pedicure, a body treatment, or a body wrap at the onsite spa. Enjoy the gym, as well as activities like basketball and volleyball. In addition to a garden and a playground, guests can connect to free in-room WiFi.
Additional perks include:
  • 2 outdoor pools
  • Free self parking
  • Full breakfast (surcharge), an outdoor tennis court, and luggage storage
  • Free newspapers, a front-desk safe, and an elevator
  • Guest reviews say great things the pool, helpful staff, and location
Room features
All 187 rooms feature comforts such as air conditioning, in addition to thoughtful touches like free WiFi and safes. Guest reviews speak positively of the clean rooms at the property.
Other amenities include:
  • Rollaway/extra beds (surcharge) and free cribs/infant beds
  • Tubs or showers, hair dryers, and shampoo
  • 32-inch TVs with cable channels
  • Balconies or patios, wardrobes/closets, and refrigerators

Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Free self parking on site
  • Limited onsite parking
  • Onsite parking includes off-street options

Food and drink

  • Daily full breakfast available 6:30 AM to 10:00 AM for a fee: NZD 32 for adults and NZD 18 for children
  • A bar/lounge

Restaurants on site

  • Geyser Bar

Things to do

  • 2 outdoor pools
  • Basketball
  • Full-service spa
  • Golf
  • Golf clubs/equipment
  • Golf driving range
  • Gym
  • Hot tub
  • Mini golf
  • Outdoor tennis court
  • Playground
  • Sauna
  • Volleyball

Family friendly

  • 2 outdoor pools
  • In-room crib
  • In-room refrigerator
  • Laundry facilities
  • Mini golf
  • Playground
  • Rollaway/extra bed (surcharge)

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Free newspapers in lobby
  • Laundry facilities
  • Luggage storage
  • Safe at front desk

Guest services

  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Tour and ticket assistance

Outdoors

  • Garden
  • In a national park
  • In the mountains
  • Picnic area
  • Terrace

Full-service spa

  • Body wraps
  • Facials
  • Manicures/pedicures
  • Massage

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Elevator
  • Stair-free path to entrance
  • Well-lit path to entrance
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)

More

  • 3 floors
  • Banquet hall
  • Designated smoking areas

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided
  • Free crib
  • Rollaway/extra bed (surcharge)

Bathroom

  • Bathtub or shower
  • Hair dryer
  • Shampoo
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • 32-inch TV with cable channels

Food and drink

  • Electric kettle
  • Refrigerator

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Connecting rooms available
  • Heating
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Phone
  • Safe

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: anytime
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 10 AM
Contactless check-out available

Special check-in instructions

The property charges 3 percent for credit card payments
Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
For any questions, please contact the property using the information on the booking confirmation

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

Pets not allowed

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
Rollaway/extra beds are available for NZD 100.0 per night
Free cribs are available on request at the property

Property payment types

Important information

Optional extras

  • Fee for full breakfast: approximately NZD 32 for adults and NZD 18 for children
  • Rollaway bed fee: NZD 100.0 per night
  • Credit card charges are subject to a surcharge of 3 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 major credit cards; cash is not accepted
Safety features at this property include a smoke detector
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
Please note that cultural norms and guest policies may differ by country and by property; the policies listed are provided by the property
Connecting rooms may be available for the Family Unit and Studio King room categories only.

We should mention

The property has connecting/adjoining rooms, which are subject to availability and can be requested by contacting the property using the number on the booking confirmation

National rating

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

Property is also known as

Wairakei Resort Taupo
Bayview Wairakei Hotel Taupo
Hotel Bayview Wairakei
Resort Taupo
Wairakei Taupo
Wairakei Resort Taupo Hotel
Wairakei Resort Taupo Wairakei
Wairakei Resort Taupo Hotel Wairakei

Frequently asked questions

Does Wairakei Resort Taupo have a pool?

Yes, this property has 2 outdoor pools.

Is Wairakei Resort Taupo pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much is parking at Wairakei Resort Taupo?

Self parking is free at this property.

What time is check-in at Wairakei Resort Taupo?

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: anytime.

What time is check-out at Wairakei Resort Taupo?

Check-out is at 10 AM.

Where is Wairakei Resort Taupo located?

This family-friendly Wairakei hotel is located in a national park, within a 10-minute walk of Wairakei Terraces & Thermal Health Spa and Wairakei Natural Thermal Valley. Wairakei International Golf Course and Prawn Farm are also within 2 mi (3 km).

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Wairakei Resort Taupo Reviews

Reviews

8.0

Very Good

Rating 10 - Excellent. 360 out of 1000 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 342 out of 1000 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 178 out of 1000 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 81 out of 1000 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 39 out of 1000 reviews

8.2/10

Cleanliness

8.4/10

Staff & service

8.0/10

Amenities

7.2/10

Property conditions & facilities

7.4/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Kamran

Liked: Amenities
Good breakfast and wonderful resort
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Caryll

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very pleasant place to stay for a few nights.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025

8/10 Good

neil

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Nice location will stay again great value for money
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Lisa

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Had a great stay with the kids. Had been to the snow earlier in the day so was awesome to heat up in the pools. Breakfast was great and staff were friendly
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Johanna

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
We had a really nice stay of two nights and would book it again surely!
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

CAROLYN

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
The pool facilities. are great
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Gabrielle

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
There was nothing to hate about this place. Buffet breakfast was amazing, staff friendly and eager to help whn asked. Everything was absolutely perfect!!
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Hannah

Loved the pool and great place for kids with lots of things to do on site
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Marg

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
We have stayed at the Wairakei on numerous occasions and have always loved it there. The hot pool is superb, and the beds are really comfy. The staff have always been obliging and helpful. We also love the casualness of the place where you don't have to dress up for dinner etc. We would definitely recommend this hotel to others
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Cara

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We had a lovely stay. The kids wanted to live there. Great having the pool, gym and activities.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

JASON

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The spa's are the main draw point of the accomodation. Affordable rooms, clean, and in a great area for tourism. Place was so great, I booked again 2 weeks later.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

8/10 Good

Jane

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We particularly enjoyed the hot pools and location of this resort meant we could easily access things to do outside.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025

8/10 Good

Peter

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We liked the tranquility the pools wer great and location is excellent also the cleaners dd a great job cleaning excellent dinning at restaurant with friendly staff..overall it was a excellent place for a weekend away ..
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

8/10 Good

Kittichon

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The resort facilities such as heated pool, spas, and sports grounds were great features. The breakfast as adequate. The staff were excellent at reception, bar and breakfast area. The rooms are due for a renovation as well as the gym. The grounds were beautifully kept. Overall a great, relaxing family stay. Will be back for sure!
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

8/10 Good

Clare

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great base for holidaying with kids of all ages in Taupo
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2025

8/10 Good

Karen

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Was great for a stover on the way South as handy to the motorway. Friendly, welcome staff on our late night arrival. Easy to find room. Although a little aged, was a comfortable bed and spacious room.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

8/10 Good

sheryl

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Hot pools were great ,very comfortable rooms
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Anthony

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Buffet breakfast spa was good
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Aroha

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Loved having a descent gym on site, plus hot pools, spa's and sauna. Was perfect for our relaxing weekend away.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

8/10 Good

Donna

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Nice room and hot spa
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

nick

Liked: Staff & service
The pool side are awesome breakfast was quite expensive
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

8/10 Good

Meena

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Loved the outdoor heated pool. Very nice in winter.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

6/10 Okay

Adam

Disliked: Property conditions & facilities
Needs a full renovation simple as .
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

8/10 Good

Sharon

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
The room was dated, the over the bath shower was old and the pillows were terrible. The room was clean and warm and overall good enough value for money.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025

8/10 Good

Stan

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities
Good Stay
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

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