Location: Wairakei
Guest rating: 7.8/10 (Good, 1002 reviews)
Price: £53, includes taxes & fees, 26 Nov - 27 Nov
Review: Always enjoy staying here - staff are very friendly and helpful. Everything you need is all in this one resort to relax and enjoy., by Lynley

2. Grandeur Thermal Spa Resort

A traditional house with a covered porch, surrounded by lush greenery and a stone wall.

Location: Tauhara
Guest rating: 7.2/10 (Good, 765 reviews)
Price: £35, includes taxes & fees, 30 Nov - 1 Dec
Review: Quiet place , affordable, super friendly staff, many thanks, by FARQAD

3. Hilton Lake Taupo

A modern house with a swimming pool, lounge chairs, and a view of the surrounding forest.

Location: Hilltop
Guest rating: 8.8/10 (Excellent, 1001 reviews)
Price: £102, includes taxes & fees, 30 Nov - 1 Dec
Review: The pool and Sauna are great., by Bronwyn

4. Stag Park Accommodation

A diner with red booths and white tables, checkered floor, and various wall decorations.

Location: Hilltop
Guest rating: 7.4/10 (Good, 86 reviews)
Price: £39, includes taxes & fees, 17 Nov - 18 Nov
Review: The room was dated but very clean and quiet, by graeme

5. Taupo DeBretts Spa Resort

A swimming pool surrounded by tropical plants and a water slide.

Location: Hilltop
Guest rating: 8.8/10 (Excellent, 1000 reviews)
Price: £37, includes taxes & fees, 16 Nov - 17 Nov
Review: Enjoyed our stay, by Rose

6. Oasis Beach Motel

A wooden deck with outdoor furniture overlooking a body of water and a distant shoreline.

Location: Waipahihi
Guest rating: 8.2/10 (Very good, 1000 reviews)
Price: £49, includes taxes & fees, 20 Nov - 21 Nov
Review: The location and pool., by Ann

7. Lakefront Lodge Taupo

A wooden building with a sign reading "WELLER'S HOTEL" on the side.

Location: Taupō Central
Guest rating: 7.6/10 (Good, 1002 reviews)
Price: £48, includes taxes & fees, 1 Dec - 2 Dec
Review: Loved the breakfast option over the weekend and the beds were soft but comfy! The bathroom had a bit of mold in the caulked edges but other then that the space was very clean! The people were very friendly and helpful too!, by Mariella jeanette

8. Lakeland Resort Taupo

An outdoor dining area with tables and chairs, a wooden bench, and a view of the street and greenery.

Location: Two Mile Bay
Guest rating: 8/10 (Very good, 1001 reviews)
Price: £61, includes taxes & fees, 17 Nov - 18 Nov
Review: Clean room, friendly staff great location, by Jermaine

9. The Cove Taupo

A shower area with a grab bar, a showerhead, and a tiled wall.

Location: Waipahihi
Guest rating: 8.6/10 (Excellent, 571 reviews)
Price: £59, includes taxes & fees, 16 Nov - 17 Nov
Review: Good position on the lake but the motel is starting to look a little tired and dated. Some deep cleaning needed around windows that look to be dusty/mouldy in places. My room has a couch which was broken and slumped., by Ryan

10. Silver Fern Lodge

A modern hotel room with a large bed, a desk, a chair, a TV, and a view of the outdoors.

Location: Taupō Central
Guest rating: 7.8/10 (Good, 914 reviews)
Price: £40, includes taxes & fees, 17 Nov - 18 Nov
Review: Kitchen did to clean no soap for diswasher staff need to speak English probably clean tables toilet needed to be cleaned to, by Tahi

11. Millennium Hotel and Resort Manuels Taupō

A room with a view of a lake, featuring a table and chairs, a lamp, and a patterned rug.

Location: Waipahihi
Guest rating: 9/10 (Wonderful, 1002 reviews)
Price: £109, includes taxes & fees, 16 Dec - 17 Dec
Review: A beautiful day and a stunning view of the lake., by Denis

12. Tui Oaks Motel

A coastal landscape with a grassy path beside a clear blue sea, a tree, and distant hills.

Location: Taupō Central
Guest rating: 8.8/10 (Excellent, 820 reviews)
Price: £56, includes taxes & fees, 17 Nov - 18 Nov
Review: Everything was good and excellent view of the lake, by Jalal

13. Cascades Lakefront Motel

A patio with outdoor furniture, a large umbrella, and a view of the sea.

Location: Two Mile Bay
Guest rating: 9/10 (Wonderful, 707 reviews)
Price: £88, includes taxes & fees, 29 Nov - 30 Nov
Review: Lovely place to stay close to lake, by Mark

14. Chelmswood Motel Taupo

A hotel with a well-lit facade, multiple windows, and a covered outdoor seating area.

Location: Two Mile Bay
Guest rating: 8.2/10 (Very good, 386 reviews)
Price: £46, includes taxes & fees, 25 Nov - 26 Nov
Review: The room was clean, there was free parking, overall it was a good motel to stay the night., by Dilkushi

15. Taupo Thermal Motel & Spa - Adults Only

A covered outdoor area with a table and chairs, a white railing, and a view of the water and mountains.

Location: Taupō Central
Guest rating: 9.2/10 (Wonderful, 701 reviews)
Price: £91, includes taxes & fees, 6 Dec - 7 Dec
Review: Very clean great location and the hot pool was awesome, by Michael

16. Lake Taupo Holiday Resort

An aerial view of a water park with multiple pools, slides, and a large umbrella structure.

Location: Tauhara
Guest rating: 9/10 (Wonderful, 177 reviews)
Price: £127, includes taxes & fees, 18 Nov - 19 Nov
Review: Great resort for kids, pool very warm, easy to walk to amenities for kids, a fun time !, by Kathryn

17. Boulevard Waters

A balcony with a view of a calm lake and distant mountains.

Location: Waipahihi
Guest rating: 9.6/10 (Exceptional, 340 reviews)
Price: £77, includes taxes & fees, 30 Nov - 1 Dec
Review: View was amazing and room was comfortable. Could use a touch up but everything else was great., by Tasha

18. Gables Lakefront Motel

A modern room with a sofa, a TV, and a large sliding glass door leading to a balcony with a view of the sea.

Location: Taupō Central
Guest rating: 9.4/10 (Exceptional, 511 reviews)
Price: £81, includes taxes & fees, 15 Dec - 16 Dec
Review: Great location, spa was great and staff were helpful if you had any spa issues., by Amy

19. The Reef Resort

A modern house with a patio, a barbecue grill, and a view of the water.

Location: Waipahihi
Guest rating: 9.4/10 (Exceptional, 995 reviews)
Price: £118, includes taxes & fees, 22 Nov - 23 Nov
Review: That pool was amazing..., by Brad

20. Accent on Taupo

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.

Location: Two Mile Bay
Guest rating: 9.2/10 (Wonderful, 386 reviews)
Price: £58, includes taxes & fees, 17 Nov - 18 Nov
Review: Very friendly staff, by Peter

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Top Ohaaki Hotel Reviews

Belle vue Boutique Lodge

A covered balcony with a white balustrade, overlooking a landscaped garden and a view of the sea.

Location: Acacia Bay
Review: Very tastefully decorated and beautifully furnished accommodation with lovely views out over Lake Taupo. The suite had everything we needed and more. Lots of lovely little touches. Breakfast was excellent. Liz and Steve were very welcoming hosts and we would not hesitate to recommend Belle Vue. We shall certainly stay here again if we come back to Taupo., by Mary, 10 May 2026, rated 10/10 Excellent

The Reef Resort

Address: 219 Lake Terrace, Taupo, 3330, NZ
Location: Waipahihi
Star rating: 4/5
Guest rating: 9.4/10 (995 reviews)
Review: We stayed here for 2 nights in the luxury studio. We had stunning views out to the lake, great to enjoy from the balcony. Room was well equipped and had plenty of space. There was a regular pool and also a geo-thermally heated pool which was really relaxing and amazingly hot!! Hosts were really friendly and helpful with advising on activities to do whilst we were there. (would defientley recommend a kayak trip to see the mauri carvings). It is quite a walk down to the main part of Taupo - would..., by Paul, 2 August 2015, rated 10/10 Excellent

Hilton Lake Taupo

Address: 80-100 Napier Road, Taupo, 3330, NZ
Location: Hilltop
Star rating: 5/5
Guest rating: 8.8/10 (1001 reviews)
Review: Great stay in a very comfy room. Pool was great and staff were really friendly and helpful!, by Megan, 18 June 2026, rated 10/10 Excellent

Baycrest Lodge

A balcony with a view of the sea, wicker chairs, a small table, and a white railing.

Location: Taupō Central
Review: Very pleasant check in and the room was spacious and very clean. The view of the lake was amazing and the chairs on the balcony were very comfortable so great to sit and enjoy it. Good kitchen area and fridge with milk was a nice touch. Easy 20 min walk into town. Would definitely book again. Thank you., by Sue, 11 October 2026, rated 10/10 Excellent

Taupo Thermal Motel & Spa - Adults Only

Address: 6 Taharepa Road, Taupo, Waikato, 3330, NZ
Location: Taupō Central
Star rating: 3/5
Guest rating: 9.2/10 (701 reviews)
Review: Amazing views over Taupo to the mountain range, great stay and excellent service!!, by Samuel, 15 May 2026, rated 10/10 Excellent

Ashbrook Motel Taupo

A modern kitchen with white cabinetry, a built-in oven, and a stainless steel sink.

Location: Taupō Central
Review: One night stay. The room was in good condition amd clean except for one dead cockroach by the front door. Facilities are good, and we slept well., by James, 23 January 2020, rated 10/10 Excellent

Sacred Waters

A modern living room with a glass wall, a sofa, a coffee table, and a view of the sea.

Location: Waipahihi
Review: Very nice property and helpful staff at check in. The bed was very comfortable and the property was very clean. small issues, the toilet was constantly running and it would have been nice to have beer glasses., by Lisa, 11 December 2024, rated 10/10 Excellent

Acacia Lake View Motel

A lakeside view with a bench and picnic table, a railing, and a distant house across the water.

Location: Taupō Central
Review: Easy parking, spacious clean room in excellent condition. Friendly and helpful staff. On site laundry., by Ian, 31 March 2026, rated 10/10 Excellent

Gables Lakefront Motel

Address: 130 Lake Terrace, Taupo, 3330, NZ
Location: Taupō Central
Star rating: 2.5/5
Guest rating: 9.4/10 (511 reviews)
Review: Nice stay for our overnight trip. Lovely hosts and evrything you need. Very clean and tidy. Nice views of the Lake and quiet area., by Susan, 27 April 2026, rated 10/10 Excellent

Cascades Lakefront Motel

Address: 303 Lake Terrace, Taupo, 3330, NZ
Location: Two Mile Bay
Star rating: 4/5
Guest rating: 9/10 (707 reviews)
Review: The hosts were extremely friendly and welcoming. The accommodation was spacious and spotless. Location was excellent. One small nice touch was the little container of fresh milk offered for our hot drinks. Able to have a dip in the lake a few yards away Very good value and would definitely stay there again, by Tony, 15 February 2024, rated 10/10 Excellent

Sails On The Lake

A hotel room with a large sliding glass door to the balcony, a flat-screen TV mounted on the wall, a sofa, a dining table with chairs, and a small desk.

Location: Taupō Central
Review: Stayed here for a few days at Lake Taupo. Can't fault the service or experience., by Paul, 20 November 2017, rated 10/10 Excellent

The Lake Motel

Location: Taupō Central
Review: Helpful staff excellent facilities and very clean, by John, 4 February 2026, rated 10/10 Excellent

Taupo DeBretts Spa Resort

Address: 76 Napier-Taupo Road, SH 5, Taupo, 3330, NZ
Location: Hilltop
Star rating: 2.5/5
Guest rating: 8.8/10 (1000 reviews)
Review: Fantastic place to stay in Taupō. We booked a basic cabin but were given a cabin with a mini kitchen and lots of extra space. Having a kettle, microwave, sink etc was very helpful and contributed to a comfortable stay. We were also given a small bottle of milk for teas and coffees in the room. The cabin was cosy, warm, and very close to the shared bathroom facilities. The facilities at this resort were spotless, spacious and there were an abundance of showers and toilets. The thermal baths..., by DYLAN, 2 June 2026, rated 10/10 Excellent

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What are some of the best holiday rentals that Ohaaki has to offer?

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If I need to cancel my hotel reservation in Ohaaki, will I receive a refund?

Yes! The majority of room reservations are refundable provided that you cancel prior to the hotel's cancellation deadline, which often is within 24-48 hours of the scheduled arrival. If your reservation is non-refundable, you might still have the option to cancel and be given a refund within a 24-hour period of booking. Filter your search by fully refundable to find flexible hotel deals in Ohaaki.

What is staying in Ohaaki like?

Visitors to Ohaaki will definitely find plenty to explore and enjoy. There are 742 hotels and other accommodation options in the surrounding area. Find out more about Ohaaki.

What should I see while I'm in Ohaaki?

A favourite place to visit is Waikato River. You'll also find Orakei Korako Geothermal Park and Cave and Wai-O-Tapu Thermal Wonderland in the area. Take a look at what more there is to see and do in Expedia's Ohaaki guide.

What's the weather like in Ohaaki?

The hottest months are usually January and February, with an average temperature of 16°C, while the coldest months are July and August, with an average of 7°C. Average annual precipitation for Ohaaki is 1398 mm.

Where is the best place for a stay in Ohaaki?

Located 18 mi (28.9 km) from the heart of Ohaaki, Oasis Beach Motel is a top choice for your stay, based on our traveller data. Other good choices for your trip to the area are Beechtree Motel and Wairakei Resort Taupo by Accor. See all available top hotels, or vacation rentals in Ohaaki.

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