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1. Gables Lakefront Motel

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glenn1gc
glenn1gc
@glenn1gc
Reviewed on 17 Feb 2021
Awesome
"Great 2 night stay at the Gables Handy location to town Very friendly host Nice view of the lake Clean and comfortable room with awesome hot pool Happily recommend to other travellers Will definitely stay here again"
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#1 Best Value of 165 places to stay in Taupo
Helen and Tony W
By Helen and Tony W
"One of the most best presented motel units we have stayed in recently. Also has great views of the lake - and only 2 minutes walk to swim in the lake as we did. The spa pool is always very nice."
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2. Hilton Lake Taupo

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hannahsB2256BY
hannahsB2256BY
@hannahsB2256BY
Reviewed on 15 Feb 2022
Wonderful Stay
"The room was spacious, bed extremely comfortable, nice big tv and we also had a bath in the bathroom which was a nice relaxing bonus."
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#2 Best Value of 165 places to stay in Taupo
Julie C
By Julie C
"Large bedroom, wonderful comfortable bed. Bathroom has bath and separate shower. Really this accomodation is top of the range. We enjoyed a beautiful meal in the restaurant, staff friendly,and helpful."
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Interior-one bedroom motel

3. Taupo DeBretts Spa Resort

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Camping/Caravan site
Johanna S
Johanna S
@JohannaS663
Reviewed on 7 Jun 2021
A lovely stay
"We encountered some lovely staff, super clean room."
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#3 Best Value of 165 places to stay in Taupo
Chrisandjoe
By Chrisandjoe
"Large easily accessible sites. Clean and well appointed amenities. Good showers, Reception staff are friendly and helpful. Location is easy to get to but need to drive or bike to the lake or into the town."
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King Size Beds with Premium Bedding
This is one of the most booked hotels in Taupo over the last 60 days.

4. Sails On The Lake

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RabnDazz
RabnDazz
@Darren P
Reviewed on 23 Jun 2021
Clean Relaxing and Great View
"Our room was spotlessly clean,tidy, well equipped and quiet."
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#4 Best Value of 165 places to stay in Taupo
Anj
By Anj
"Very clean and well equipped kitchenette. Owners were really friendly and even gave us extra towels for swimming in the lake, which was just across the road (dig down and find warm water)."
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5. Millennium Hotel And Resort Manuels Taupo

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peggy c
peggy c
@peggyc892
Reviewed on 25 Oct 2023
Wonderful hotel,right on Lake Taupo
"... of choices.The hotel has a wonderful lobby area to sit in,view the lake and have a drink.Our room was clean, bed was comfortable,and it had all the amenities.We highly recommend The Millenium if you're visitin..."
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#5 Best Value of 165 places to stay in Taupo
bbarra426468
By bbarra426468
"We stayed for 3 nights and from arrival to leaving the staff couldn't do enough for us. Clean, comfortable with excellent food and facilities. We loved the Grotto spa pool and outdoor swimming pool."
Haka Lodge Taupo

6. Haka Lodge Taupō

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Sel
Sel
@Explore42686634229
Reviewed on 20 Feb 2022
Very good place to stay!
"Our room was clean and tidy…Also, location is perfect, it took us only few minutes walk going to Taupo centre."
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#6 Best Value of 165 places to stay in Taupo
Mana5584
By Mana5584
"Great service, Friendly staff. Booked on the spot still get real affordable price. Communal area was pretty tidy, easy and secured check in for after hours. Close to lake as well with parking on site."
The 60’s suite is a private self-contained unit, with queen size bed in the bedroom and twin sin

7. The Lake Motel

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Small Hotel
Cush78
Cush78
@Cush78
Reviewed on 7 Jan 2022
Dog Friendly Boutique Motel handy to the Lakefront
"The room had a separate bedroom and living space and the room facilities were excellent."
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#7 Best Value of 165 places to stay in Taupo
Lisa
By Lisa
"Big clean well spaced room we had with extra bed. Big well vented bathroom with access to backyard area. Great location with easy walking distance to town. Pet friendly which is a huge bonus for us."

8. Wairakei Resort Taupo

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Steve
Steve
@tvhello_7877
Reviewed on 4 Jun 2021
Wonderful Memories
"The following morning we had an awesome cooked breakfast in their beautiful dining room , the staff are professional and very friendly , will stay longer next time :-)"
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#8 Best Value of 165 places to stay in Taupo
Allan H
By Allan H
"Great service and efforts made to please. Special thanks to Felix, Mit, Jessie and Praveen. Room was clean and well fitted out. Nice swimming pools and adequate gym. Absolutely wonderful breakfast buffet."

9. Cottage Mews Motel

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Emma
Emma
@graceshiney
Reviewed on 27 Apr 2023
Great, comfortable spot on the lakeside!
"A great place right on the lake and just a short stroll to the sailing club for delicious pizza. The room was a great size and the amenities were great. Friendly welcome on arrival. All very cosy and the spa bath..."
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#9 Best Value of 165 places to stay in Taupo
Catherine
By Catherine
"One of the cleanest, well presented motels we have been to. Loved all the personal touches in the room like the air conditioning being on at arrival. The freindly staff went out of their way to make us welcome."
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10. Boulevard Waters Motor Lodge

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Awhi B
Awhi B
@awhib2018
Reviewed on 18 Apr 2022
Beautiful place to stay and very friendly host
"The lake is right outside your door and the view is amazing Room: The room was so comfortable and has everything you need."
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#10 Best Value of 165 places to stay in Taupo
Rebecca U
By Rebecca U
"Kitchen perfect for a weeks stay; laundry facilities very handy. Hot pool was awesome plus the kids loved our in room spa bath! Lake front location beautiful, and little outdoor area lovely."

11. The Reef Resort

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Frank H
Frank H
@frankhU2972AL
Reviewed on 29 Apr 2023
Comfortable and enjoyable - everything you need.
"Our room was clean and well serviced with the most wonderfully comfortable bed and pillows!"
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#11 Best Value of 165 places to stay in Taupo
Barry H
By Barry H
"A warm welcome and pool towels provided immediately on arrival. Room was spacious and very well appointed and stocked. Cooking facilities available in room, nice cutlery and glasses and plenty of leisure space."

12. Beechtree Motel

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KimW173893
KimW173893
@KimW173893
Reviewed on 22 Apr 2021
Perfect
"Absolutely beautiful room and spa bath was amazing a huge Easy check in from an online booking."
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#12 Best Value of 165 places to stay in Taupo
KimW173893
By KimW173893
"Absolutely beautiful room and spa bath was amazing a huge Easy check in from an online booking. Super clean and great linen. Air con and sky great to have also. Walking distance to main centre."

13. Suncourt Hotel & Conference Centre

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SharonFisher28
SharonFisher28
@SharonFisher28
Reviewed on 23 Feb 2022
Great location
"Really friendly, helpful staff in reception and the bar/restaurant and room exceptionally clean."
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#13 Best Value of 165 places to stay in Taupo
M M
By M M
"Very clean throughout and housekeeping was done very well. Excellent location, central and within walking distance to town and a great market on Sunday just out the front of the complex."

14. Sacred Waters Apartments

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Chrystal James
Chrystal James
@Chrystalrogan
Reviewed on 11 Jun 2023
Amazing stay
"Amazing stay! Loved the apartment and the staff were very friendly. Beautiful view of the lake and amazing heated swimming pool, gets up to around 35 degrees! Apartment was large enough for my husband and two kids..."
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#14 Best Value of 165 places to stay in Taupo
Golfers13
By Golfers13
"Underfloor heating very nice and warm. Good balcont area with thermal hot tub - excellent. Each bedroom has own bathroom which are well maintained and appointed. Rooms are serviced daily to a high standard."

15. Lakeland Resort Taupo

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Wirazzin
Wirazzin
@Wirazzin
Reviewed on 10 Feb 2023
Pleasant stay
"Room was clean and comfortable but nothing to write home about."
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#15 Best Value of 165 places to stay in Taupo
Wirazzin
By Wirazzin
"Room was clean and comfortable but nothing to write home about. Reception was accommodating with our requests including us doing some laundry prior to checking in officially!! Bar and restaurant were also quite good."

16. The Cove on the Lake

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mike385
mike385
@mike385
Reviewed on 25 Mar 2021
Little details need attention
"The bed was excellent and the room was clean and tidy."
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#16 Best Value of 165 places to stay in Taupo
Richard E
By Richard E
"1 with a disabled parking space right outside. The room was very spacious with a small kitchenette / lounge area and outside space with a partial view of the lake. Extremely good value for money what you get."
This is one of the most booked hotels in Acacia Bay over the last 60 days.
Breakfast included

17. Belle Vue Boutique Lodge

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Bed and Breakfast
MBeth10
MBeth10
@MBeth10
Reviewed on 9 Jan 2021
You need to stay here!
"The lodges position is perfect, you can sit on the deck off your room overlooking the lake or take a short drive into town."
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#17 Best Value of 165 places to stay in Taupo
Martin A
By Martin A
"Well appointed rooms, with fittings, fixtures and furnishings top class. Comfortable beds, fast free wireless, nespresso coffee machine (plenty of high quality coffee pods)."

18. BASED BY THE LAKE

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Hostel
grace
grace
@graciepacie2022
Reviewed on 17 Apr 2022
pleasantly suprised
"stayed in room with a double bed, warm room with great view."
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#18 Best Value of 165 places to stay in Taupo
backpackerfrankie
By backpackerfrankie
"They also let us check in early because our room is ready. Major perks is free got chocolate all the time because you can get very bored of the crappy coffee powder while travelling."

19. Le Chalet Suisse Motel

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Geoff R
Geoff R
@geoffr1980
Reviewed on 3 Oct 2023
Taupo Central
"Clean and comfy room with a great view of Lake Taupo and the mountains beyond."
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#19 Best Value of 165 places to stay in Taupo
saffjackson
By saffjackson
"The place was really tidy and just what we needed for a short stay in Taupo. Also was near the lake and easy to find! Bed was super comfortable and there was a handy little kitchen in the video."
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20. Lakefront Lodge

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Liz H
Liz H
@Wanderer42321873673
Reviewed on 14 Jul 2023
Unclean
"Double bed and two singles in room. Beds were reasonably comfy. Cleanliness wasn't up to scratch though.Rubbish left under bed from previous people. Shower was dirty with mould around floor edges. Fan in bathroom..."
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#20 Best Value of 165 places to stay in Taupo
Gareth & Gem
By Gareth & Gem
"Room suited us for one night. Friendly welcome at reception upon check in. Pricey considering the uncomfortable beds. Spa and pool, our kids loved it. Was a nice way to unwind after a long drive."

21. Turangi Leisure Lodge

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Phillip B
Phillip B
@PhillipB294
Reviewed on 15 Jan 2023
Great stop over location
"Stopped over here for one night. We checked in late and left early so sadly never got to use the pool. Easy check in. Nice room with everything that we needed. Big bathroom with plenty of soap and shampoo supplied..."
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#21 Best Value of 165 places to stay in Taupo
Phillip B
By Phillip B
"Nice room with everything that we needed. Big bathroom with plenty of soap and shampoo supplied. As a non tea and coffee drinker they even had a couple of hot chocolate sachets."

22. Quest Taupo Serviced Apartments

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Anesh Krishna
Anesh Krishna
@Anesh1999
Reviewed on 19 May 2021
Excellent and pleasant stay. WOW !!
"Dont know where to start, Room was clean, wanderfull service, fast internet, amazing ambiance and surrounding, just a 10 minutes walk away from the lake and 13 to town."
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#22 Best Value of 165 places to stay in Taupo
kiwinz2016
By kiwinz2016
"Had requested an earlier midday check in and extra roll away bed which was very sturdy. Friendly staff, pool ok but not heated. Room is large and fairly modern, with washing machine and drier in bathroom."

23. Silver Fern Lodge

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Road27132812693
Road27132812693
@Road27132812693
Reviewed on 20 Mar 2023
Expectations exceeded
"Great room, friendly staff, clean, spacious and a balcony and view of the Lake if you lean, awesomr👏🏼👍🏼🙏"
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#23 Best Value of 165 places to stay in Taupo
Olivia Garcia
By Olivia Garcia
"Lovely room, modern and spacious.Very friendly welcome and checkin. Room was clean & well appointed. A huge laundry facilities also. Couldn't really pick fault with this place."

24. Waitahanui Lodge

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Chrissie J
Chrissie J
@845chrissiej
Reviewed on 22 Jun 2023
A beautiful place to be
"We hired the whole lodge for a family event. Bron and Anthony were wonderful. Accomodating and helpful. The rooms, beds and environment were of a high standard. We all had an excellent time. Thank you both. "
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#24 Best Value of 165 places to stay in Taupo
Iain Macleod
By Iain Macleod
"The cottage was a 5 star kiwi batch with everything provided. Very well fitted out with a modern spacious bathroom as well as comfortable lounge recliners plus super comfortable bed."

25. Accent on Taupo Motor Lodge

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Wendy C
Wendy C
@WendyC175
Reviewed on 10 Apr 2023
Cheap and Cheerful
"Highly recommend Accent! It’s very well priced, very clean , right across from the lake and management are so friendly and helpful. It’s slightly out of town centre but there’s a great lakefront walking/ bike path..."
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#25 Best Value of 165 places to stay in Taupo
Guanny L
By Guanny L
"The managers were so warm and friendly, really went out of their way when we needed help with anything. Amenities were great considering the good value. Everything was sparkling clean and the showers were sooo good."

26. Oasis Beach Resort

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jacquitohc
jacquitohc
@jacquitohc
Reviewed on 29 Nov 2023
Tranquil setting at Oasis Beach resort
"Oasis Beach Resort –the moment we stopped travelling, it was peaceful & tranquil – we had lakefront views, terrace, with swans just doing their thing (feeding); ducks wander off the lake come to look at us, because..."
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#26 Best Value of 165 places to stay in Taupo
624HelenC16
By 624HelenC16
"Dated motel but clean and comfy bed and in a perfect location. Guests can use all the facilities next door at the upmarket Millennium Hotel including an indoor pool and nice restaurant (the Edgewater)."

27. Camellia Court Motel

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Jo
Jo
@leepertravells
Reviewed on 14 Sept 2022
School Hockey Group
"Layout of rooms was ideal for our group, although we had to muck around moving a day after we got there due to mixup, had a major ant problem in every room, the dryer was out of order in the laundry (no sign to..."
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#27 Best Value of 165 places to stay in Taupo
Nortay
By Nortay
"Managed to get the bathroom and kitchen sink ones working but not the most important one, the shower. Must have tried 50 times, gave up so no shower for us."

28. Quality Inn Acapulco

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Caroline D
Caroline D
@Caroline D
Reviewed on 10 Jan 2022
Welcomed with a smile
"We had just the one night but we were welcomed with a smile before a great nights sleep, a faultless breakfast and a lovely clean room."
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#28 Best Value of 165 places to stay in Taupo
FarAway55663718948
By FarAway55663718948
"Room was clean and very inviting arrived a little late lights and heater on very thankful as was a very cold evening. Awesome spa bath, great shower pressure and fluffy white towels. Great location easy walk to town."
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29. Phoenix Resort

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Renata D
Renata D
@renz632019
Reviewed on 4 Oct 2022
Great Experience
"Pulled up at 6pm after a long drive, they were very accommodating, great price, nice clean room with a kitchen and a private mineral pool."
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#29 Best Value of 165 places to stay in Taupo
Eleven Roe
By Eleven Roe
"Fridge & freezer, dishwasher, stovetop, microwave. The private hot tubs in each room are a big perk. They fill up fast and it's easy to manage the temperature. What a luxury to have your very own refillable hot pool!"

30. Grandeur Thermal Spa & Resort

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Happyhappy121
Happyhappy121
@Happyhappy121
Reviewed on 17 Oct 2023
Rundown, tired, unkempt...
"The initial thought when we pulled up was that this was a scene from a 1940's western movie and that a tumbleweed was about to roll past our vehicle. Everything was run down and unkempt, which is an absolute shame..."
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#30 Best Value of 165 places to stay in Taupo
Phil B
By Phil B
"Bathroom looked brand new with lovely power shower. Double bed had crisp bed linen and was super comfy. Upper mezzanine level had two comfortable single beds. Kitchenette was like new and well kitted out."

Taupo Accommodations Information

Accommodations in Taupo

160

Accommodations Prices From

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Travel high season

Sep - Nov

Travel low season

Dec - Feb

High season avg price

$332

Low season avg price

$225
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Price trends, weather and things to do can help you make a decision.
Season
Avg. price/night
Avg. temperature
Avg. precipitation
Dec - Feb
Avg. price/night
$255
LOWEST
$108$984
Avg. temperature
18ºC
Avg. precipitation
66mm
DRIEST
56 mm118 mm
Mar - May
Avg. price/night
$261
$108$984
Avg. temperature
-
Avg. precipitation
98mm
56 mm118 mm
Jun - Aug
Avg. price/night
$315
$108$984
Avg. temperature
-
Avg. precipitation
114mm
WETTEST
56 mm118 mm
Sep - Nov
Avg. price/night
$373
HIGHEST
$108$984
Avg. temperature
-
Avg. precipitation
84mm
56 mm118 mm
Price trend information excludes taxes and fees and is based on base rates for a nightly stay for 2 adults found in the last 7 days on our site and averaged for commonly viewed hotels in Taupo. Select dates and complete search for nightly totals inclusive of taxes and fees.

Hotels near the sights

  • Huka Falls tracks
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  • Aratiatia Rapids
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  • Lake Taupo
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  • Craters of the Moon
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  • Lava Glass
    Lava Glass is an art glass gallery, glassblowing studio & glass sculpture garden by world-renowned master glassblower Lynden Over. It is the first net carbon-zero glass studio in the world. The complex offers a unique and fascinating window into the world of glassblowing. You can watch the glass artists at work, buy a unique piece of New Zealand glass art and stroll through a garden with more than 600 glass sculptures. The garden has been endorsed as a national 'Garden of Significance'. Admission tickets: Glassblowing Studio $12.50 per person 40 per family* Glass Sculpture Garden $12.50 per person 40 per family* Combination Ticket Glassblowing Studio & Glass Sculpture Garden $20 per person $70 per family* *family - 2 x adults 2 x children, under 5 years free. additional tickets - $10 p.p. i Lava Glass pieces are also available for sale in our online store. We offer insured worldwide shipping. Opening hours: Daily 9 am - 5 pm
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  • L'Arte
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  • Spa Thermal Park and Riverbank Recreational and Scenic Reserve
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  • Waipahihi Botanical Gardens
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  • Maori Rock Carvings
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  • Taupo Museum
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Frequently Asked Questions about Taupo hotels
eMotel, Gables Lakefront Motel, and The Reef Resort are some of the most popular hotels for travellers looking to stay near Huka Falls tracks. See the full list: Hotels near Huka Falls tracks.
Wairakei Resort Taupo, Turangi Leisure Lodge, and Quality Suites Huka Falls are all popular resorts for travellers staying in Taupo. See the full list: Taupo Resorts.
Popular hotels close to Craters of the Moon include eMotel, Gables Lakefront Motel, and The Reef Resort. See the full list: Hotels near Craters of the Moon.
Popular hotels close to Rotorua Airport include Aura Accommodation, Arista of Rotorua, and Capri on Fenton. See the full list: Hotels near Rotorua Airport.
A few of the most popular hotels near Huka Prawn Park are eMotel, Gables Lakefront Motel, and Sails On The Lake. See the full list: Hotels near Huka Prawn Park.
Some of the most popular pet-friendly hotels in Taupo are Accent on Taupo Motor Lodge, Cascades Lakefront Motel, and Tui Oaks Motel. See the full list: Pet Friendly Hotels in Taupo.
Popular cheap hotels in Taupo include Gables Lakefront Motel, The Reef Resort, and Bella Vista Motel Taupo. See the full list: Cheap Hotels in Taupo.
The Reef Resort, Anchorage Resort Taupo, and Baycrest Lodge have a spa and received excellent reviews from travellers in Taupo. See the full list: Spa Resorts Taupo.
Gables Lakefront Motel, The Reef Resort, and Cottage Mews Motel all received great reviews from families travelling in Taupo. See the full list: Family Hotels Taupo.
Popular hotels by the beach in Taupo include Gables Lakefront Motel, The Reef Resort, and Boulevard Waters Motor Lodge. See the full list: Taupo Beach Hotels.
Gables Lakefront Motel, The Reef Resort, and Cottage Mews Motel received great reviews from travellers looking for a romantic hotel in Taupo. See the full list: Romantic Hotels Taupo.