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Our top choices for Aratiatia Rapids hotels

A table set for dining with a view of a lake and a boat in the distance.

1. Millennium Hotel and Resort Manuels Taupō

Millennium Hotel and Resort Manuels Taupō
4.5 star property
6.8 mi from Aratiatia Rapids
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (1,000 reviews)
"A beautiful day and a stunning view of the lake."
Australia
Denis
The price is £109
includes taxes & fees
13 Dec - 14 Dec
Millennium Hotel and Resort Manuels Taupō
A pool area with lounge chairs, a covered seating area, and a hot tub emitting steam.

2. Hilton Lake Taupo

Hilton Lake Taupo
5.0 star property
6.3 mi from Aratiatia Rapids
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (1,001 reviews)
"The pool and Sauna are great."
Australia
Bronwyn
The price is £100
includes taxes & fees
30 Nov - 1 Dec
Hilton Lake Taupo
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.

3. Lake Taupo Motor Inn

Lake Taupo Motor Inn
3.5 star property
6 mi from Aratiatia Rapids
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 £72
includes taxes & fees
15 Nov - 16 Nov
Lake Taupo Motor Inn
A person seated at a table with a bottle of wine and a glass, overlooking a scenic view of a lake and hills.

4. Suncourt Hotel & Conference Centre

Suncourt Hotel & Conference Centre
4.0 star property
6.1 mi from Aratiatia Rapids
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (1,001 reviews)
"As usual great staff great hotel"
Australia
Steve
The price is £103
includes taxes & fees
30 Nov - 1 Dec
Suncourt Hotel & Conference Centre
A well-lit outdoor area with a lawn, pathway, and wooden furniture.

5. Wairakei Resort Taupo by Accor

Wairakei Resort Taupo by Accor
3.5 star property
2.7 mi from Aratiatia Rapids
7.8 out of 10, Good, (1,001 reviews)
"Always enjoy staying here - staff are very friendly and helpful. Everything you need is all in this one resort to relax and enjoy."
Australia
Lynley
The price is £53
includes taxes & fees
26 Nov - 27 Nov
Wairakei Resort Taupo by Accor
A room with a glass table and chairs, a view of a lake, and a distant island.

6. Cascades Lakefront Motel

Cascades Lakefront Motel
4.0 star property
7.1 mi from Aratiatia Rapids
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (707 reviews)
"Lovely place to stay close to lake"
United Kingdom
Mark
The price is £88
includes taxes & fees
29 Nov - 30 Nov
Cascades Lakefront Motel
A spacious room with a wooden table and white chairs, large windows, and a view of the outdoors.

7. Haka House Taupo

Haka House Taupo
4.0 star property
5.8 mi from Aratiatia Rapids
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (303 reviews)
"clean."
Australia
Truong
The price is £35
includes taxes & fees
24 Nov - 25 Nov
Haka House Taupo
A hotel with a sign indicating it is the Gables Lakefront Motel, offering free WiFi, hot pools, one-bedroom apartments, and family units.

8. Gables Lakefront Motel

Gables Lakefront Motel
2.5 star property
6.3 mi from Aratiatia Rapids
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 £81
includes taxes & fees
13 Dec - 14 Dec
Gables Lakefront Motel
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.

9. Tui Oaks Motel

Tui Oaks Motel
3.5 star property
6.2 mi from Aratiatia Rapids
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (820 reviews)
"Everything was good and excellent view of the lake"
United States
Jalal
The price is £56
includes taxes & fees
17 Nov - 18 Nov
Tui Oaks Motel
A wooden deck with tables and chairs, a large umbrella, and a view of the sea.

10. The Village Resort

The Village Resort
4.0 star property
6.2 mi from Aratiatia Rapids
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (382 reviews)
"Heaps of space in the one-bedroom, all clean and tidy. Great facilities with the pool and tennis court! Handy parking and super easy walking distance to town. Lovely hosts!"
Australia
Nina
The price is £98
includes taxes & fees
30 Nov - 1 Dec
The Village Resort
A rooftop pool area with lounge chairs and umbrellas, a small pool, and a view of the sea.

11. The Reef Resort

The Reef Resort
4.0 star property
6.7 mi from Aratiatia Rapids
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (995 reviews)
"That pool was amazing..."
Australia
Brad
The price is £118
includes taxes & fees
15 Nov - 16 Nov
The Reef Resort
A swimming pool surrounded by tropical plants and a water slide.

12. Taupo DeBretts Spa Resort

Taupo DeBretts Spa Resort
2.5 star property
6.3 mi from Aratiatia Rapids
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (1,000 reviews)
"Enjoyed our stay"
Australia
Rose
The price is £37
includes taxes & fees
17 Nov - 18 Nov
Taupo DeBretts Spa Resort
A hotel room with two beds, a chair, and a ceiling fan.

13. Bella Vista Taupo

Bella Vista Taupo
4.0 star property
5.9 mi from Aratiatia Rapids
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (591 reviews)
"Excellent location"
Australia
Mark
The price is £66
includes taxes & fees
6 Dec - 7 Dec
Bella Vista Taupo
A modern two-story building with a sign reading "OFFICE" on the facade.

14. Dunrovin Motel

Dunrovin Motel
3.0 star property
5.9 mi from Aratiatia Rapids
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (153 reviews)
"EV charging was an unexpected bonus!"
Australia
Ben
The price is £68
includes taxes & fees
29 Nov - 30 Nov
Dunrovin Motel
A modern living room with a glass wall, a sofa, a coffee table, and a view of the sea.

15. Sacred Waters

Sacred Waters
5.0 star property
6.7 mi from Aratiatia Rapids
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (477 reviews)
"Great location by the water and easy to walk into town"
Australia
Amanda
The price is £178
includes taxes & fees
1 Dec - 2 Dec
Sacred Waters
A spacious room with a high ceiling and large windows offering a view of a green landscape and a body of water. There are three sofas with red and blue cushions.

16. Accent on Taupo

Accent on Taupo
3.5 star property
7.2 mi from Aratiatia Rapids
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (386 reviews)
"Very friendly staff"
Australia
Peter
The price is £58
includes taxes & fees
18 Nov - 19 Nov
Accent on Taupo
A room with a large window offering a view of the sea and mountains, a grey sofa, and a vase with orange flowers.

17. Clearwater Motor Lodge

Clearwater Motor Lodge
3.5 star property
6.7 mi from Aratiatia Rapids
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (227 reviews)
"Nice room, close to the lake, and quiet."
United States
Kristi
The price is £90
includes taxes & fees
15 Nov - 16 Nov
Clearwater Motor Lodge
A wooden building with a sign reading "WELLER'S HOTEL" on the side.

18. Lakefront Lodge Taupo

Lakefront Lodge Taupo
3.0 star property
6.2 mi from Aratiatia Rapids
7.6 out of 10, Good, (1,000 reviews)
"Great place to stay."
Australia
Tej Bahadur
The price is £48
includes taxes & fees
15 Nov - 16 Nov
Lakefront Lodge Taupo
A hotel room with a bed, a small desk, a sink, and a view of the outdoors.

19. Beechtree Motel

Beechtree Motel
4.5 star property
6 mi from Aratiatia Rapids
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (1,000 reviews)
"very nice place to stay at"
Australia
shane
The price is £65
includes taxes & fees
15 Nov - 16 Nov
Beechtree Motel
A compact kitchen with blue cabinets, a white dishwasher, and a stove.

20. Silver Fern Lodge

Silver Fern Lodge
3.0 star property
5.8 mi from Aratiatia Rapids
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 £37
includes taxes & fees
15 Nov - 16 Nov
Silver Fern Lodge
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Compare popular hotels close to Aratiatia Rapids

Property
Property class
Guest rating
Breakfast included
Pool
Spa
Pet-friendly
WiFi included
A table set for dining with a view of a lake and a boat in the distance.
Millennium Hotel and Resort Manuels Taupō
4.5 star property
9.0
Wonderful
1,000 reviews
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A pool area with lounge chairs, a covered seating area, and a hot tub emitting steam.
Hilton Lake Taupo
5.0 star property
8.8
Excellent
1,001 reviews
View
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.
Lake Taupo Motor Inn
3.5 star property
9.0
Wonderful
1,000 reviews
View
A person seated at a table with a bottle of wine and a glass, overlooking a scenic view of a lake and hills.
Suncourt Hotel & Conference Centre
4.0 star property
8.8
Excellent
1,001 reviews
View
A well-lit outdoor area with a lawn, pathway, and wooden furniture.
Wairakei Resort Taupo by Accor
3.5 star property
7.8
Good
1,001 reviews
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Top Aratiatia Rapids Hotel Reviews

Wairakei Resort Taupo by Accor

Wairakei Resort Taupo by Accor

8/10 Good
"Older complex and well kept. Comfortable rooms and private outdoor patioswith lots of green space an. Grounds had garden and play areas and the pool was so hot n lovely to soak in after exploring area"
Jami 1-night trip
Posted 2 hours ago
Wairakei Resort Taupo by Accor

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Frequently asked questions

What's the area like around Aratiatia Rapids?
Aratiatia Rapids is located in a welcoming area of Wairakei known for its beautiful lakeside setting. You'll find 10 hotels and other accommodations within a few miles for a convenient home base.
What's the best hotel to stay close to Aratiatia Rapids?
Wairakei Resort Taupo by Accor is one of the top choices for your stay based on our traveller data, and this hotel offers 2 outdoor pools and a golf course. It's located 2.7 mi (4.4 km) from Aratiatia Rapids. Other good options within a few miles include Huka Lodge, Beckons and Grandeur Thermal Spa Resort.
How many hotels will I find near Aratiatia Rapids?
Expedia has 10 hotels and other accommodation options a few miles from Aratiatia Rapids.
If I need to cancel the hotel reservation for my stay near Aratiatia Rapids, will I receive a refund?
Yes, you'll find most room reservations are fully refundable provided that you cancel prior to the accommodation's cancellation deadline, which is usually within 24-48 hours of check in. If you have a reservation that's non-refundable, you might be able to cancel it and be given a refund within 24 hours of booking. Add your dates and click on "Search", then use the filter option "fully refundable" to review top deals close to Aratiatia Rapids.
What can I see and do near Aratiatia Rapids?
You might spend a leisurely day outdoors at Huka Falls and Craters of the Moon. You'll have countless hours of family fun at Mind Junction, Wairakei Natural Thermal Valley and Spa Thermal Park. Wairakei International Golf Course, Rock`n Ropes or Golf Club Taupō are some local sights worth checking out.